Feature Exhibition Preview Automation for the people continued
Continued from page 23, Automation magazine takes a closer look at some of the key exhibitors at Southern Manufacturing & Electronics 2014, to be held at FIVE, Farnborough, on 12th-13th February
Stand V89: Micro-Epsilon will present its full range of sensor technologies, including non-contact eddy current and laser displacement sensors, infrared tem- perature sensors, thermal imaging cameras, draw wire sensors, and colour recog- nition sensors. Products on show will include the company’s new scanCONTROL 2600/2900,
the eddyNCDT 3100 displacement thermoIMAGER TIM 450. sensor and the latest
The stand will stage a number of live working demonstrations, where sen- sors will be set-up to capture measurements from a variety of real world applications. Visitors will also be invited to take part in Micro-Epsilon’s sen- sor challenge, ‘Measure your Strength’, using the high precision capa6200 capacitive displacement sensor series. The winner will receive an iPod mini.
www.micro-epsilon.co.uk T: 0151 355 6070
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Stand C61/62: Finder will be showcasing its expanded range of solid state relays that includes high current ‘hockey puck’ style relays, offering rapid cycling and near infinite switching capability. The new 77 Series relays are well suited for applications that require the con-
trol of high inrush current demands, such as in LED and other low energy light- ing, switch mode power supplies, building control and motor switching.
Stand U82: FANUC will have several demonstrations based around its three core business groups - Robotics, Robomachines and CNC, and will illustrate how straightforward a variety of typical manufacturing demands can be met by using its line-up of machine tools, robots and CNC control products. Taking centre stage at the show will be the recently launched FANUC ROBODRILL α-DiA series vertical machining centre integrated with a FANUC
With a sealed construction and no wearing parts, they are less sensitive to
environmental factors such as mechanical shock, vibration, humidity and exter- nal magnetic fields, providing an increased lifetime of the relay. The ‘hockey puck’ relays are electronically clean with low emissions, no contact
bounce and no electrical arcing, making them suitable for sensitive environments.
www.findernet.com T: 01785 818 100
LRMate robot loading and unloading a machined component. Now offering standard and high power spindle versions, improved chip discharging, ther- mal displacement compensation and higher resolution axis feed, the ROBO- DRILL focuses on features that reduce cycle times, improve surface finish and increase accuracy.
www.fanuc.eu T: 0247 663 9669
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Stand D50: Binder UK is showing a range of circular connectors that will feature the new series 770 NCC that is IP67 unmated. Originally designed for medical equipment this connector system is designed so that the contacts are protected to IP67 when not connected without the need of a protective cap. This makes it well suited for all types of portable and handheld measuring equipment, control devices and other applications where it is an advantage to make rapid set-up changes.
Stand F48: A range of motion control components and motion system solu- tions will be on show from LG Motion. The company’s product line extends from individual motors, drives and motion controls through to complete cus- tomised mechatronic motion sub-systems as part of machine solutions for automated manufacture and test, or for research and development. The selection of products at the show will include LG Motion’s range of
Also featured will be the Binder 620 and 720 series of low cost, snap-in IP67
circular connectors. These all-plastic, modular connectors are lightweight and compact. Internal seals provide protection to IP67 and the snap-in mating provides a convenient and safe connect and disconnect action. Samples will be available free of charge for product evaluation.
www.binder-connector.co.uk T: 07766 200 642
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precision linear, rotary and elevation motion stages complete with stepper or servo motors, drives and motion controls. Also featured will be linear and rotary moving coil actuators from SMAC
Europe as well as low cost positioning solutions from LG Motion’s UniSlide, BiSlide and XSlide linear positioning stage range.
www.lg-motion.co.uk T: 01256 365 600
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Stand J49: REO will be showcasing its range of products including the CNW933 Sinewave filter, the energy saving CNW903 choke and the long life CNW961 Sinusoidal filter Plus++. These products meet the needs of drive and motor man- ufacturers as well as systems integrators and control panel manufacturers. REO’s stand will also feature a demonstration of an optimised drive installation. The CNW933 sinewave filters are used to eliminate problems arising from long
Stand F50: Designers and engineers visiting Southern Manufacturing who aim to use the show to develop ideas for production and test machinery will find plenty of scope in MiniTec’s Profile System machine framing range. Profile System is in essence a modular kit of aluminium or stainless steel
profiles and a selection of associated ancillary components for machine and equipment construction.
cable runs between an inverter drive and motor, by reducing dV/dt peak voltages to a benign level. Pulse width modulation produces asymmetric voltage and current wave forms, which the filter can convert back to an almost pure sine wave. This reduces radio frequency interference and means that shielded cables are no longer needed. Motor noise, temperature and mechanical stresses are also reduced.
www.reo.co.uk T: 01588 673 411
MiniTec will also show visitors how straightforward it is to assemble Profile System with a demonstration of the Powerlock fastener system that allows rapid system assembly without costly pre-machining. Visitors can also see how MiniTec’s iCAD software allows OEMs, machine builders and system integrators to visualise, plan and cost their own Profile System concepts.
www.minitec.co.uk T: 01256 365 605
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