Kollmorgen has launched its AKMA servo motor built specifically for durability, cleanability, and versatility. The motor employs a hardened anodised aluminium surface to offer machine designers a cost-effective hygienic option to stainless steel in medium- to heavy-washdown applications.

Discover PI’s featured applications for micro-precision 6-axis hexapod parallel kinematic robots, cartesian robots (gantries), and high precision linear-motor and torque motor stages at the 2023 Robotics Summit.

See Phoenix Contact at MachineBuilding.Live, 4 October 2023, on stand 16

Idec introduces the SA2E general-purpose photoelectric (PE) sensor family, in five major models, each which improve on or replace proven SA1E products.

Southco has expanded its line of VISE ACTION compression latches with a new version that allows visual confirmation of latch open status. Southco’s E3 VISE ACTION compression latch with visual indicator features red, reflective indicator wings that can be easily viewed when the latch is open, allowing latch status to be monitored at all times.

Wago TOPJOB S mount terminal blocks now have three actuation options: lever, push-button, or operating slot. They offer fast and tool-free connection – 264% faster than screws, just push and connect.

See TR Electronic at MachineBuilding.Live, 4 October 2023, on stand 61

The CC-Link Partner Association (CLPA) has released an immersive 3D virtual experience that showcases how its open networking technologies support companies at every stage of their digital transformation.

STOBER says the new fourth generation of the PH series servo planetary gear units are the largest on the market in their performance class and offer even more benefits.

Stephen Hayes, managing director at automation and control technology specialist Beckhoff UK, explores the risks that surround using complex software for automation and how machine builders can mitigate these risks.