Yaskawa says its latest YRC1000 robot controls provide an important solution for the recovery of robot braking energy, and is offers this feature as standard on its larger Motoman robots with a payload upwards of 50kg.

Euchner recognises that there are many processes and crucial stages that machine manufacturers must comply with to ensure European directives and national and international standards are achieved. To support machine builders on that journey, Euchner Safety Services provides professional solutions to support any machinery safety issues and concerns that may be encountered.

Designed with maximum functionality in mind, samos PRO from Wieland Electric is a compact modular safety controller for machine and automation control.

Flowsort from FATH is a modular plug-n-play diverter that has been especially designed for swift and smooth integration into existing conveyor systems.

There are many good reasons to use multi-colour signal beacons, but the key advantage of the Patlite NE-USB series from Lenze Selection is that it is super easy to set up and program.

MMC series electromagnetic clutches from jbj Techniques are designed for use with hydraulic pumps, many of which are used in marine winch drives. Typically flange or plate mounted, they engage and disengage the pump.

The key to a long operational life of any product is correctly ensuring that the components capability is within the design requirements. When it comes to precision ball screws, the experts at Abssac are adept at transferring great product knowledge to achieve customer goals.

Touch panel products for the European market must comply with European directives and be CE certified. An essential requirement is that these products meet the requirements for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), as the experts at Schurter explain.

Robots are gaining momentum in both traditional and new industries, with sectors in which robots had so far failed to get an ‘arm’ in the door now investigating automation out of sheer necessity. Schaeffler offers a number of innovations to support this growth.

The safe, simple, and efficient operation of three-phase asynchronous motors is an important objective in a large number of applications. The Contactron Speed Starter from Phoenix Contact is the new device class that bridges the gap between motor starters and frequency converters with easy operation.