The Low Pressure Connectors Europe Division of Parker Hannifin announces the launch of its new Parker Legris axial valve that uniquely combines both valve and actuation functions. Designed with pneumatic or electro-pneumatic control, Parker says this valve addresses many limitations associated with traditional actuators, setting a new standard in the industry.

Sensor Technology has introduced the SGR523, a state-of-the-art digital rotary torque sensor equipped with an integrated incremental angle encoder. The company says this addition to the TorqSense SGR series sets a new benchmark for precision in torque and angular position monitoring across various industrial applications.

Stepper motors are at the heart of precision motion control, powering everything from robotics to medical devices. But achieving optimal performance and longevity starts with choosing the best motor for the job. Here, Dave Walsha, director of sales and marketing at EMS, offers his guidance on selecting the right stepper motor.

IO-Link as a global standard for smart sensor integration opens up a wide range of possibilities for customers in automation. And this is exactly where SICK comes in. The new SIG300 IO-Link Master from SICK combines flexibility, connectivity and user-friendliness, making it a crucial component for efficient automation tasks.

Unexpected battery failures can lead to costly downtime, compromised safety, and poor system performance. DOLD's BA9054 Battery Symmetry Monitoring device delivers high-accuracy detection of voltage imbalances in battery systems with centre tapping, helping design engineers and contractors optimise battery performance, extend lifespan, and prevent failures before they happen.

FLIR, a Teledyne Technologies company, has released two new thermal imaging spot temperature cameras: the FLIR TG268 and TG298. Built on the robust success of the FLIR TG267 and TG297, these next-generation thermal imagers provide lightweight, handheld, affordable condition monitoring tools featuring a number of key improvements.

SICK Sensor Intelligence has launched the PBST touchscreen pressure sensor. Building on and complementing the company's existing range of high accuracy, reliable and robust pressure sensors/switches, the PBST multifunctional IO-Link sensor is SICK's first ceramic cell pressure measurement sensor, delivering suppression of pressure spikes and surges, as well as corrosion resistance.

In mechanical engineering, there are often several variants of a machine that differ in terms of their range of functions, configuration, and topology of the connected devices. The I/O Connection Manager in the LASAL automation software from SIGMATEK ensures that communication between the control and the connected I/O is flexible and scalable.

Machine builders are beginning to implement artificial intelligence (AI) for a variety of tasks, such as predictive maintenance and control systems. If AI is used within control systems, there can be safety implications. For example, AI might determine how a robot reacts when a person enters its operating zone. Derek Coulson, compliance specialist at Hold Tech Files, explains.

maxon has enhanced its ESCON2 speed and current controller with CANopen communications. The update is available with new firmware and applies to controllers already in use as well as new products. ESCON2 operates with DC and brushless DC (BLDC) motors. Additional firmware developments have also improved the device's speed control capabilities.