Pickering Interfaces has announced the expansion of its 41-670 (PXI) and 43-670 (PXIe) LVDT, RVDT and resolver simulator modules to include high-speed resolver simulation up to 130kRPM rotation, addressing the growing need for precise and reliable testing of advanced servo systems in critical industries such as automotive, aerospace and defence.

Delta has announced that its 5,500W 19-inch (1RU) and ORv3 21-inch (1OU) high-power redundant power supplies for AI servers have recently become the world's first to attain the industry's highest energy efficiency certification 80 PLUS Ruby due to their peak efficiency as high as 97.5%, and a power factor of 0.99 under full load.

OKW has extended its RAILTEC B range of DIN rail enclosures by adding a new panel version with pluggable front and side panels.

FANUC has launched what it says is the world's first ever explosion-proof, ATEX-rated collaborative robot for industrial painting applications. Ideal for wet spraying, dry powder coating and multiple other processes that include adhesive dispensing, the CRX-10iA/L PAINT will improve the precision of paint jobs, reduce waste, increase productivity and boost safety by protecting workers from paint fumes.

What really grinds manufacturers' gears? Costly downtime and worn-out machinery. Maglev technology takes friction out of the equation, reducing the need for both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activity. Here, Mark Richards, UK sales manager at Beckhoff Automation UK, explains the long- and short-term benefits of maglev technology for maintenance engineering.

Flow control specialist Burkert has released a new pinch valve for use in single-use biopharma applications. The new Type 2707 Pinch Valve ensures process safety and reliability with a stainless steel locking and pinch mechanism that optimises flow while protecting the tube insertion.

As part of its commitment to continuous improvement, WAGO has launched two new products, designed to provide users with more choice and greater efficiency, without ever compromising on quality.

The Bluemark E.Card UV inkjet printer from Phoenix Contact is said to set new standards in industrial identification. It delivers efficient material processing, low-maintenance printing technology, and optimal print results on plastic and metal card materials.

ifm introduces the UGT3 - a full-metal ultrasonic sensor designed to excel in the most demanding industrial environments. Combining exceptional durability with advanced ultrasonic technology, the UGT3 combines precision, reliability and toughness in extreme conditions.

Three aspects of sensor technology are particularly important in image processing for industrial automation: performance, flexibility and usability. Simple Vision sensors meet these requirements. They are as easy to operate as optical sensors, plus they are as powerful as camera systems. Leuze offers this concept as a quick and straightforward introduction to vision technology.