Contrinex has developed new Photoelectric Smart sensors. Available as Basic, Digital or Analogue Smart Measurement sensors, they are offered as versions of Contrinex's high-performing cubic C23 and cylindrical M18 photoelectric sensor families, providing new sensing solutions to enhance efficiency in manufacturing.

As the agricultural sector continues to evolve, the integration of renewable energy and advanced control technologies will be critical in addressing the dual challenges of food security and climate change, as the experts at Nidec Drives explain.

ROCOL has launched its first-ever Calcium Sulphonate-based grease, SAPPHIRE Dynamic, designed to give engineers maximum performance in a breadth of applications, and as a versatile alternative to traditional Lithium-based greases.

The drylin NT-60-4 telescopic rail from igus offers an extension of two metres, and is made with PTFE-free iglidur JGPF to ensure the low-friction and quiet operation.

Leuze presents the 33C and 35C sensor series with stainless-steel housings, ideal for hygiene-sensitive production and demanding industrial cleaning processes. With advanced Power PinPoint LED technology, these sensors enable quick and precise alignment.

Distributors of SICK and Universal Robots are excited by the prospect of safe, collision-free, reliable collaboration between humans and robots across a wide range of industrial settings, thanks to the develop of the End-of-Arm-Safeguard (EOAS) by SICK for Universal Robots cobots.

maxon has released the IDX 70 brushless DC (BLDC) motor with the GB65 right-angle gearbox. Integrating a maxon EPOS4 position controller and housed within a robust IP65-rated enclosure, the new drive system is a compact unit for demanding applications in robotics, automation, and logistics.

The Cincon LFM550S and LFM550M fanless power supplies from Relec are engineered for reliability, flexibility and efficiency, providing rugged power solutions for anything from advanced medical equipment to remote industrial systems.

Artificial intelligence is now a reality and it is starting to impact our personal and working lives. Machine builders are already looking at using artificial intelligence (AI) for a variety of tasks, including within control systems for automation and robotics. Derek Coulson, founder of Safe Machine, explains what machine builders need to know about the EU AI Act.