August 2017
DENSO RC8A Robot Controller
Safety Motion function facilitates human-robot collaboration
DENSO Robotics has announced the new RC8A robot controller that adds DENSO Safety Motion, which allows creation of virtual fences around the robot in addition to the list of advanced-performance features and functions already available with the RC8 Model.

Safety Motion uses two optical sensors to detect an approaching operator and controls the speed of the robot accordingly. The sensors create virtual safe zones that trigger an incremental reduction in the speed of the robot to safe levels depending on the distance of the operator .

BOGEN New X-Class Micro-Encoder
Smallest magnetic measuring head for industrial applications
The magnetic specialist, BOGEN Electronic GmbH, is presenting the extension of the X-class product series with the new micro-encoder X-IKS19 . With this product, measurement solutions can be realized in the smallest possible space because the very small measuring head is arranged flat above the linear scale. The measuring head and scale can be implemented in a space of 20 mm length, 6 mm width and 5 mm height. This makes the X-IKS19 the smallest available magnetic measuring head for industrial applications.
The X-IKS19 offers a resolution of up to 80 nanometers and, together with BOGEN’s X-class linear scales, a measuring accuracy better than 5 micrometers per meter is achieved. It has a digital ABZ interface, which is suitable for movement speeds up to 10 m/s and an output frequency up to 12.5 MHz.

UMA Polyurethane (PUR) Safety Mats
Robust area protection for harsh environments
Omron's UMA Safety Mat System offers quick-connect M8 connectors on the mat that easily conceal under the trim offering easier installation and quick replacement. The system can be used with the MC3 and MC6 4-wire controller; UMA mats can also be directly connected to NX-S or G9SP programmable safety controllers eliminating the need for intermediate controllers.

Safety Mats are ideally suited to harsh environments where devices such as laser scanners and light curtains can false trip due to contaminants in the environment. 

  • PUR offers increased durability and chemical resistance compared to PVC mats.
  • Improved manufacturing techniques shorten lead times.
  • Combine with MC3, MC6, G9SP, or NX-S Safety Controllers for a complete system.
S8FS-G Power Supply with Built-in Transformer
Reduces cost and panel space
Omron's S8FS-G power supplies are ideal for machine tools and Semiconductor manufacturing equipment. An IEC 61558-2-16 compliant transformer is built into the Power Supply to eliminate the need for a transformer with compound windings for control circuits for which IEC 60204-1 Machinery Directive is specified. This helps reduce cost and space requirements.

  • Stable operation in tough environments: wide temperature range, strong vibration resistance, overvoltage spikes and high altitude.
  • 3-year warranty reassures OEMs that they are not compromising on quality and durability.
  • Customers can standardize on a single series: Models range from 15W to 600W.
When 1 Gig Isn't Enough, 10G
Simple solution to bandwidth issues
The increase in camera deployment and the addition of other high bandwidth objects, such as the aggregation of multiple network switches, often cripple Gigabit Ethernet networks.
To simplify the design and increase the bandwidth even further, 10G Ethernet networks are implemented utilizing Antaira LNP-1002G-10G-SFP Series switches .
Deploying an Antaira LNP-1002G-10G-SFP-24 will solve the bandwidth issue, as well as other challenges confronting vision systems in industrial environments, by having two 10G SFP ports. This switch has 8 PoE+ Gigabit ports capable of supplying both power and connectivity to devices.

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