Hygienic diaphragm seal.

WIKA has developed a new diaphragm seal system with IO-Link for sterile processes in intelligent plant systems. The model DSSA11SA is also available with a switch function and on-site status indication.

The 3-A and EHEDG-approved diaphragm seal system is extremely compact and therefore fits into almost any installation environment. It is adapted via a TriClamp® connection. Its hygienic design meets the requirements of CIP and SIP processes.

The IO-Link version of the DSSA11SA also enables integration into digitalised structures and also remote configuration of the instrument. It also has a diagnostic function that gives the user a permanent overview of the instrument status, which makes maintenance easier. A 360° LED indication with traffic-light colours also provides quick status information on site.

The new measuring system can be used either for continuous pressure monitoring or as a PNP/NPN switch for process control. Switching points can be set at the factory or at the measuring location via IO-Link or the teach function.

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• WIKA products are marketed in Ireland through Instrument Technology. 

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Marking important anniversary.

Anglia Components has presented its franchised supplier, Phoenix Contact* with an engraved silver salver to commemorate the company's 100th anniversary. Phoenix Contact was the recipient of Anglia's inaugural Supplier of the Year award earlier this year, and last year Anglia itself celebrated its 50th anniversary.

LtoR: John Bowman, Marketing Director, Anglia; Colin Green, Managing Director & Gary Nelson, Sales and Marketing Manager, Device Connections, Phoenix Contact; David Pearson, Technical Director, Anglia; Frank Possel-Dolken, Chief Digital Officer, Phoenix Contact.

John Bowman, Marketing Director at Anglia, said, “One hundred years is an exceptional milestone in our industry, and a testament to Phoenix Contact's ability to maintain its core values of exceptional quality and service, whilst at the same time continually innovating and adapting to ensure that its products deliver the performance and features needed for today's electronic and electrical designs."

Accepting the award, Colin Green, Managing Director, Phoenix Contact UK, said, “Anglia is an exceptional partner, who themselves have a long track record in the industry. We were honoured to have been recognised as Anglia’s Supplier of the Year and are grateful for this additional recognition of the strength of our partnership with them."

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* A market leader in Device Connection Solutions and Terminal Blocks, Phoenix Contact has been in partnership with Anglia for 15 years.

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Mitigating increased cyber threats

Schneider Electric have launched a Managed Security Services (MSS) offering to help customers in operational technology (OT) environments address the increased cyber risk associated with the demand for remote access and connectivity technologies. 1 With the manufacturing industry reporting the highest share of cyberattacks in 2022, business owners increasingly recognize the need for innovative cybersecurity solutions to help minimize downtime, loss of intellectual property and other disruption caused by system vulnerabilities.   Powered by Schneider Electric’s global Cybersecurity Connected Service Hub (CCSH), this new offering provides proven technologies as flexible services to monitor cyber threats and proactively respond on behalf of customers. Few companies, especially those in the OT space, have the specialized cybersecurity resources or expertise in house.   “Managed Security Services will help our customers implement cybersecurity industry-leading practices, proactively address risk, and align to regulatory requirements, giving them the ability to focus on their core operations,” commented Jay Abdallah, Vice President of Cybersecurity Solutions and Services at Schneider Electric. “As part of our wide range of solutions to make organizations run more efficiently, this new cybersecurity offering is continuously evolving, helping to protect our customers against new cyber threats that can, and will, arise.”  Schneider Electric is one of the few global MSS providers to integrate security monitoring and remediation support, defending digital infrastructures across all business types and industries. This MSS solution monitors known risks and protects networks, systems and data across IT, OT and cloud environments – each of which have specific protocols and attack vectors. This new service can help customers to reduce the risk of emerging threats and sophisticated attacks that these unique technical and operational environments face.  As a vendor-agnostic solution, MSS fits into an organization’s existing IT/OT infrastructure, scaling to their budget and maturity. Backed by advanced machine learning capabilities and trend analysis, MSS continuously optimizes processes and addresses real-time threats. The services include 24/7/365 support through Schneider Electric’s CCSH, with a global engineering and support team available around the clock.

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1Related resources:  Read the blog: Maximizing Your Digital Potential: The Role of Managed Security Services in Cybersecurity Risk Mitigation  Learn more about Managed Security Services

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Explosion proof servo-motor.

Kollmorgen have announced the ATEX certification and IECEx/cETLus listing for the explosion proof Goldline EBH 480 Vac servo motor. These new explosion proof approvals for the high-voltage Goldline EBH servo motor exemplify Kollmorgen’s commitment to advancing the state of the art in motion control and meeting the most demanding application requirements.

The high-voltage Goldline EBH servo motor joins a broad selection of Kollmorgen explosion proof motors certified and listed according to UL, ATEX, IECEx and/or CSA standards. Explosion proof motors are required in hazardous locations where flammable gases, mists or vapors may exist in explosive or ignitable concentrations. Such environments are often found in mines, oil & gas refineries, textile mills and industrial paint booths.

For high-voltage applications in hazardous locations, Goldline EBH servo motors offer speeds up to 7,500 rpm with exceptionally high torque density for maximum performance in a minimal installation footprint. Rugged resolver feedback and a built-in thermostat support reliable operation under harsh environmental conditions.

Goldline EBH servo motors in frame sizes 1 – 6 join other explosion proof motors in the Goldline EB family that meet ATEX/IECEx standards, and more specifically CE 0081 Ex II 2 G Ex d IIB T3 Gb –40ºC ≤ Ta ≤ 40ºC. This classification indicates that the motors are suitable for use in any above-ground industry where easily ignited gases such as ethylene are likely to be present in the atmosphere for 10 to 1,000 hours/year during normal operation (Zones 1 and 2). Kollmorgen applies a flameproof method of protection to the motor so that any internal ignition is contained within the motor housing without the possibility of escape into the external atmosphere. The maximum surface temperature of the motor under fault conditions is 200°C.

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High speed and high resolution.

In industrial automation, the optimisation of processes is often primarily about higher efficiency and accuracy. 10GigE cameras, such as those in the uEye Warp10 camera family from IDS Imaging Development Systems, set standards here. They enable high-speed image processing in Gigabit Ethernet-based networks even with large amounts of data and over long cable distances. For even more precision, the company is now introducing new models with sensors up to 45 MP that reliably capture even the smallest details.

The new industrial cameras are equipped with the onsemi global shutter sensors XGS20000 (20 MP, 1.3"), XGS30000 (30 MP, 1.5") and XGS45000 (45 MP, 2"). They are primarily used in high-precision quality assurance tasks when motion blur needs to be minimised and data needs to be quickly available on the network. The 10GigE cameras offer up to ten times the transmission bandwidth of 1GigE cameras and are about twice as fast as cameras with USB3 interfaces.

Accuracy and speed go hand in hand when it comes to these models. This has advantages for many applications, e.g. in inspection systems for status and end checks at production lines with high cycle rates – such as semiconductor or solar panel inspection. Users also benefit from the fact that even large scenes and image sections can be precisely monitored and evaluated with these cameras. This proves its worth, for example, in logistics tasks for incoming goods and in the warehouse.

The large format onsemi XGS sensors require correspondingly large optics. Therefore, unlike the previous uEye+ Warp10 models, they are equipped with a TFL mount (M35x0.75). For secure mounting, TFL lenses can be firmly screwed to the cameras. The flange focal distance is standardised and, at 17.526 mm, the same as for the previously available cameras with C-mount. To ensure optimal image quality, IDS recommends the use of Active Heat Sinks. They can be mounted both on and under the models, reduce the operating temperature and are optionally available as accessories.

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Isolated Converter.

Transparently converts RS-232 signals into isolated RS-422 or RS-485

The Advantech ADAM-4520A robust RS-232 to RS-422/485 Isolated Converter is now available from stock. Featuring an enhanced ruggedised design the ADAM-4520Acan operate in harsh industrial environments and features wide operating wide temperature range and wide-range power inputs with up to 3KV isolation protection.

The ADAM-4520/4522 converter allows users to take advantage of RS-422 and RS-485 on systems originally equipped with RS-232. It transparently converts RS-232 signals into isolated RS-422 or RS-485 signals without the need to change computer hardware or software. The ADAM-4520 facilitates a simple to build industrial grade, long distance communication system with standard PC hardware. It can extend the communication distance by 4000 ft. (1200 m) or increase the maximum number of connected nodes by 32.

It has many industrial grade features, provides reliable and stable operation in a wide range of applications, and is supplied with a 2-year warranty. Key features include:

• Converts RS-232 to RS-422/485 signals.
• Extends RS-232 data signals up to 1.2 km.
• Data rate: 115.2 kbps.
• 3000 VDC Isolation.
• Auto-detection on baud rate / data format.
• DIP switch for RS-422 or RS-485 selection.
• Built-in 120ohm termination resistors.
• Power requirement +10 to +48 VDC.
• Operating Temperature -40 ~ 85° C (-40 ~ 185° F).

This robust RS-232 to RS-422/485 Isolated Converter is among the products featured in Advantech’s recently published comprehensive overview of their edge-to-edge-cloud solutions in the 2023 edition of their Industrial Systems and Devices Star Product Guide. The free to download 28 page brochure is a complete guide to their market leading IIoT product range, providing customers with everything they need to know to stay ahead of the curve with IIoT deployment; from IIoT hardware to innovative software for intelligent factories to industrial automation and their IoTMart/AOnline direct sales channels.

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5G RF Conformance Testing.

Anritsu Corporation has released its New Radio RF Conformance Test System ME7873NR Lite Model supporting 5G Sub-6 GHz (FR1) TRx tests.

5G services primarily using FR1 are expanding gradually, especially in major advanced economies. As a result, demand for FR1 certification conformance tests is expected to increase. However, 5G conformance tests take longer because 5G NR supports flexible numerology with a wide range of frequencies and scheduling for diverse services, which requires a large number of test cases. Consequently, engineers face challenges in meeting development deadlines and obtaining prompt certification. One solution is the purchase of a new conformance test system, however this requires a large additional investment. Anritsu’s extended ME7873NR Lite Model solves this problem by supporting more efficient testing without large extra costs.

Another key benefit of the distributed modular VNA solution is the MN25132A control module, which greatly simplifies installation. It acts as a junction for the cables and supplies power to the two MS46131A VNAs. There is no need to attach separate power supplies to the two VNA heads. The control module also interfaces the two VNAs to a laptop configured with ShockLine software.

Product Outline The ME7873NR Lite Model is configured using only one MT8000A, unlike the conventional ME7873NR platform consisting of multiple test instruments. This simple configuration has the following key benefits for customers:

• Optimizes capital investment Supports 5G FR1 TRx test cases at lower cost and with flexible upgrade path for required test case coverage.
1. Upgradeable to Lite Model from own MT8000A to support FR1 conformance test cases
2. Upgradeable from Lite Model to full ME7873NR model for full conformance test cases
• Reduces test times Simplified hardware configuration reduces test times by about 20% compared to conventional platform.
• Same user experience Keeping same user interface eliminates unfamiliarity for existing users.
• Supports 5G conformance test verification

In addition to conformance tests, automated regression tests, etc., support device verification.

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