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October 2023 Newsletter

Powermation President - Al Rausch

Power/mation welcomes Al Rausch as President to lead our next phase of growth

 

As Al began his journey at Power/mation on September 28th, there is confidence that, under his leadership, we will continue to thrive, innovate, and achieve even greater success in the automation industry. His experience not only promises growth for the company but also the fulfillment of a vision for the future.

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Partner Spotlight

    Application Solving with Andrew Jagger

    Integrating Horner OCS with Banner Safety Controllers

    In a recent video interview hosted by Horner Automation, Andrew Jagger, a Business Development Manager here at Power/mation, shared valuable insights on the integration of Horner Operator Control Systems (OCS) with Banner Safety Controllers.

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    Product Spotlights

      Festo Automation System_CPX-AP-I

      New Automation system CPX-AP-I

      Decentralized remote I/O to increase productivity and improve overall energy efficiency

       

      Festo's new CPX-AP product family is a modular distributed I/O system that is positioned to revolutionize the way we approach pneumatic control. The CPX-AP offers remote I/O with real-time capabilities for deterministic behavior (e.g., motion control and machine safety) and a wide range of communication interfaces.

       

      The performance of the system is future-proof in terms of the forthcoming demands on the digital factory and advantageous compared with a slow point-to-point connection.

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      Asset Monitoring Gateway with SNAP ID - Banner Engineering
      Banner Engineering

      New Scalable Condition Monitoring Solution

       

      Get real-time insights into the operation and performance of the assets in your facility with the Asset Monitoring Gateway (AMG) with SNAP ID from Banner Engineering.

       

      By collecting and analyzing data from up to 20 connected sensors, the Asset Monitoring Gateway helps you make informed decisions about an asset: decisions that can increase productivity, save energy, and prevent unexpected maintenance issues.

       

      Find the right AMG for your application πŸš₯🌐➑️

      Coming Soon tGard IO-Link Safety

       

      Fortress has announced the upcoming launch of tGard IO-Link Safety in early 2024. This expands their Medium Duty range of configurable access & control solutions and incorporates all the benefits of the tGard range including: ​

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      βœ… Robust & durable solutions rated IP65 and 3rd party approved for use in applications up to Cat.3/PLd or SIL 2​

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      βœ… Customizable with pushbuttons, lamps, Emergency Stop options ​

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      βœ… Efficient installation on aluminum profiles, flat surfaces, and back of panels via two mounting holes at the top and bottom of the unit​

       

      Sign up for updates on the IO-Link launch πŸ“βž‘οΈ

       

      Learn more about the tGard πŸ”’βž‘οΈ

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      Turck Custom Connectivity Engineering
      Turck

      Custom Connectivity Product Engineering

       
      Work with Turck's Custom Connectivity Product Engineering group to get a solution that fits your exact application with delivery times that suit your needs. Turck can even provide samples to test out in the field.
       

      Watch the intro video πŸŽ₯➑️

      PNOZsigma Safety Relays

       
      The Pilz PNOZsigma Safety Relays are designed to oversee a wide range of safety functions, including but not limited to emergency stop systems, safety gates, light barriers, light curtains, two-hand controls, speed monitoring, standstill detection, and many other safety-related tasks.

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      With exceptionally compact housing dimensions and a comprehensive feature set integrated into each unit, the Pilz PNOZSigma relay offers 
      the highest level of functionality within a minimal width. This enables the swift implementation of safety technology with increased flexibility and efficiency, all while optimizing space utilization.
       

      Explore the PNOZsigma 🚸➑️

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      Control Techniques

      You need drives. We have drives.

       
      Control Techniques is pleased to announce 4-week lead times on most drive families including:
      • Commander S Micro AC Drives
      • Commander C General Purpose AC Drives
      • Unidrive M600, M700, M701, M702 Universal AC/Servo Drives
      • Pump Drive F600
      • HVAC Drive H300
      • Digitax HD Servo Drives

      In addition, most smaller drives (<10 HP) are in stock and available to ship immediately.

       

      Get a quote with new lead times ⏱️➑️

      News and Events

        Training & Events

        Visit our Training & Events page to stay up to date on the latest webinars, events, and registration information.

        • October 17, 2023 | Webinar | Horner | Application Stories with Jim Hausch
        • November 2, 2023 | In-Person | Power/mation | Elk Grove Automation Fusion Fest
        • November 14-15, 2023 | In-Person | Horner | Advanced OCS Factory Training

        Price Adjustments

          Upcoming

           

          December 1, 2023

          Phoenix Contact

           

          January 1, 2024

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          Industry News

          • September 6, 2023 | Emerson | A New Generation of PLCs Takes on Machine Builder Challenges
          • September 20, 2023 | Rittal | 3 Things Manufacturers Should Know About Industry 5.0
          • October 11, 2023 | Design News | Manufacturing Trends that Matter

          Have Questions?

            Need consultation on a project? Want clarification on a product? Connect with an expert by calling (800) 843-9859 or sending us a contact form on our website.

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