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The first industrial 5G router is now available to aid remote access New GS series can be retrofitted
Interlock switches help to keep machines safer Keyence has introduced a new range of safety interlock switches suitable for a broad spectrum of machine safety applications. Available in mechanical locking and non-contact versions, the GS series combines ultra-compact size with a robust build which makes it easy to design into or retrofit to any machine. The locking type negates the possibility of unintended or unauthorised access to hazardous areas, and costly machine stoppage, by locking these units during machine operation. Meanwhile, the non-contact type confirms closure of all access points during machine operation, triggering appropriate machine stoppage measures if any doors are opened. Both models can be directly mounted to a machine frame. T 01908 696900 W www.keyence.co.uk
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he Scalance MUM856-1 – the first industrial 5G router from Siemens – is available now. The device connects local industrial applications to public 5G, 4G (LTE), and 3G (UMTS) mobile wireless networks. The router can be used to remotely monitor and service plants, machines, control elements, and other industrial devices via a public 5G network – flexibly and with high data rates. Demand for this type of solution is growing in industry. In addition, the device can be integrated into private 5G networks. The Scalance MUM856-1 therefore supports futureoriented applications such as mobile robots in manufacturing, autonomous vehicles in logistics or augmented reality applications for service technicians. Thanks to a robust IP65 housing, the router can also be used outside the control cabinet, for example under harsh conditions in production. To ensure the powerful
connection of Ethernet-based subnetworks and automation devices, the Scalance MUM856-1 supports Release 15 of the 5G standard. The device offers high bandwidths of up to 1000 Mbps for the downlink and up to 500 Mbps for the uplink – providing high data rates for data-intensive applications such as the remote implementation of firmware updates. Thanks to IPv6 support, the devices can also be implemented in modern communication networks. Various security functions are included in order to monitor data traffic and protect against unauthorised access: for example, an integrated firewall as well as authentication of communication devices and encryption of data transmission via VPN. If there is no available 5G network, the device switches automatically to 4G or 3G networks. T 0845 850 7600 W www.siemens.co.uk
Latest image processing software offers a range of new easy to use options for users wenglor says its latest release of the modular uniVision image processing software has it all: while in the past an external analysis module always had to be used to evaluate 2D/3D profile recordings, the smart 2D/3D profile sensors now combine sensor and analysis modules directly in the compact housing thanks to uniVision 2.4. New overlays also provide even more user comfort and high-resolution digital cameras with 12 MP offer an
even greater choice in the configuration of vision systems. All of the 80 models in the weCat3D series can now also be used as a smart version, with no external analysis module required. Both the profile recording and evaluation then take wenglor’s latest software is a ‘smarter’ option place directly in the sensor housing, while the space is at a premium. T 01536 313580 smart 2D/3D profile sensors W www.wenglor.com are particularly useful where
Gearbox is a high power choice Wittenstein says its new XP+ high torque planetary gearbox in the alpha’s Premium Line offers the highest torque density and torsional rigidity of any planetary gearbox currently available in the market. Several enhancements underline this claim: up to 144% more torque density than the market’s second best planetary gearbox of this kind, double the torsional rigidity, two-and-a-half times better tilting moment capacity and 15% less overall length without any increase in size or 30% less overall length and 50% less weight with comparable performance. TOP PERFORMANCE The XP+ high torque stands for systematically increased performance and space-saving downsizing. Furthermore, thanks to cynapse – an integrated sensor module with a data logger and an IO-Link communication interface – this gearbox enables futureproof connections to digitalised drive axes and machines. Machine tools, packaging equipment, automated handling systems and special-purpose machines can profit from the performance characteristics. It can be used in any application where: • Very high positioning accuracy and repeatability are called for, • Frequent changes of direction are the norm, • Very short cycle times are required, and • Maximum compactness and space savings matter. The new series will kick off with a coaxial planetary gearbox in four different sizes, with five gear ratios and three output shapes on offer. T 01782 286427 W www.wittenstein.co.uk
