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Decentralization at Its Finest Greater flexibility and modularity are major trends in machine and plant engineering. It is increasingly common for standard machines and optional additional units to be manufactured as separate mechanical and electronic units that are joined together only shortly before commissioning the full system. The installation hardware must live up to the modularity of the machine. The Murrelektronik Cube67 field bus system is exactly the right solution. With the combination of a Cube67 Diagnostics Gateway and the straightforward integration of IO-Link, Cube67 paves the way toward decentralization and digitalization in the cloud using OPC UA. The Murrelektronik Cube67 system advances the trend toward flexibility and is designed for modularity – including even the finest details. Already used in well over 100,000 machines and plants in diverse industries and applications worldwide, the system can boast an impressively large number of different products. Many of these are equipped with multifunctional ports that can be configured as inputs or outputs, enabling flexible installation concepts that are customized for number of IOs at the sensor/actuator level in order to meet the customer’s precise needs. This cost-efficient solution leaves practically no port unused to achieve decentralization at its finest. One major advantages of the Cube system is the “one cable strategy:” both communication and power are carried over just one system cable. This leaves cable channels and energy chains available meaning that they can be designed smaller from the start, or even eliminated entirely. The six-pole M12 connector also eliminates the possibility of wiring errors. Up to 32 modules can be connected to each bus node, using four lines within an installation radius of 60 m, making the Cube system perfectly suited for even extensive installations. The lines are protected by integrated electronic fuses (MICO), the proven Murrelektronik current monitoring system. This saves space in the control cabinet by removing the need for circuit breakers. A complete portfolio of modules ranging from protection level IP20 to IP67 and even IP69K is available for installations. Meanwhile, the communication only ever runs through a single bus node, which can also be swapped out depending on the protocol in use. As a result, it is also possible to “change the protocol without changing the system.” In other words, an identical installation concept (Profibus, ProfiNet, Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT) can be designed for different protocols by simply choosing the appropriate bus node. The streamlining potential of this concept is unbelievable. Machine option management – one concept for all versions To prevent difficulties when getting different machine modules to work together, the Cube system offers machine option management (MOM). The related hardware and software planning is carried out virtually based on a standardized full configuration. The components actually present in the real machine are activated automatically, making configuration for all the different parts of the machine a breeze. This simplification streamlines everything for the user. Optional add-ons can be configured easily with the press of a button. No need for time-consuming software modifications. Direct integration of safety signals The idea of streamlined machine installations poses a particular challenge when it comes to integrating safety aspects. The Cube system offers an extremely appealing solution to this problem: combining Cube67 K3 modules with the MVK Metal Safety block module is an affordable way to duplicate safety outputs. The safety outputs of the MVK Metal Safety module will securely switch off up to 12 standard outputs, controlled by a ProfiNet/PROFIsafe control system (K3 functionality). They are divided between two safety circuits, each with three ports suitable for double connections. This multiplication of the safety outputs is a simple but effective way to reduce both costs and labor. Safety sensors are integrated directly into the installation concept with this approach, and eliminating the need for a safety relay significantly reduces the wiring workload while saving considerable space in the rack cabinet. Highly detailed diagnosis of the entire installation One of the core advantages of the Cube system is its impressive range of informative diagnostic capabilities, which extend from the bus node across the entire installation down to the individual modules and channels. The extensive information saves time during commissioning and is of particular advantage during troubleshooting taking into consideration the immense costs that can result from even short downtimes. Cube offers easily identifiable diagnostics with red LEDs that show maintenance at a glance which port is affected by an error. This diagnostic functionality can be used in detail via programming on the relevant control system. The Cube67 Diagnostics Gateway certainly offers a more efficient, time-saving, and highly integrated method of diagnosis as it allows troubleshooting without any programming at all. The module is unique in the market and is suitable for both new and existing installations. The Cube67 Diagnostics Gateway precisely evaluates all signals and diagnostic messages from the entire installation, independently of the control system. The network topology and any errors that arise are clearly visualized in a user-friendly, multilingual web interface. The data is also available over a standard OPC UA interface for further analysis in any cloud system. This all takes place entirely independently of the control system, making it an integral aspect of the installation that need not be changed even if the control system is changed. 52 smart IO-Link devices in a single node Thanks to specially designed modules, Cube67 is also excellently suited for the integration of smart IO-Link sensors. Up to 52 IO-Link devices can be connected to a single node – an impressive number compared to the competition! Murrelektronik makes installation even easier with a wide selection of accessories for IO-Link integration, including analog/IO-Link converters, inductive couplers, and hubs. Anyone looking to realize flexible and modular installation concepts and increase the modularity of existing machines and systems will find the Cube67 to be a versatile and powerful solution. The system opens the door to Industry 4.0, but not only for new installations. The Cube67 Diagnostics Gateway also makes it possible to optimally upgrade existing solutions with new standards.

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At HSB Automation, we stand for tailored linear technology solutions – practical in design, carefully engineered, and built to perform reliably in real-world applications. In addition to purposefully modified standard units, we deliver customized solutions such as cleanroom, ATEX, and stainless-steel versions, as well as temperature- and contamination-resistant designs. Our portfolio covers a wide range of applications: from powerful manifold linear units, right-left, dual-drive, and double-stroke linear units for complex motion tasks in compact spaces, to toothed belt units with rear-mounted Omega drives, rotary feedthroughs, robust gantry axes with steel base profiles, and heavy-duty linear tables for demanding loads. And if your requirements go beyond what’s listed here, we will develop the right solution to meet them.

For many years, manufacturing custom-designed enclosures and components using different materials and processing methods has been part of our range of services and products. In addition, and on request, we manufacture prototypes for fault-analysis and very small runs for field tests. Learn about the manufacturing method of your choice: ● Plastic enclosures ● Metal enclosures ● Aluminium profiles ● Die-cast enclosures ● Prototypes

Technically evaluated. Implemented on a project-by-project basis. Not every connector combination is compatible with every cable type. Several technical parameters must be taken into account to ensure optimal signal transmission. Key Factors - Characteristic impedance (50 or 75 ohms) - Outer diameter and dielectric - Connection type: solder or crimp - Shielding configuration (important for shield attenuation) - Frequency range of the application - Mechanical requirements and operating environment We test every combination for technical feasibility and optimal performance to ensure a reliable solution for your project. Custom-made solutions Instead of standardized products, ASSMANN WSW manufactures coaxial cables exclusively according to individual customer requirements. Our services include: - custom cable lengths - custom connector combinations - project-specific testing procedures - prototype and series production This ensures you receive a connection solution precisely tailored to your application.

The complete cable set - from a single source: We implement individual requirements for functionality and quality as well as design and the technical connection of the product to the end device. This starts with the cable length. And goes beyond different pole patterns and connections for easy installation, surfaces and flexibility to special requirements for the material with regard to approvals (UL, Med, etc.). And what does your cable/connector have to look like on the B-side? We take care of that. With different assembly options for convenient connection, from the common crimp solution or solder connection to integrated electronics. Take advantage of phg's assembly expertise for the complete cable set from a single source - economically and 100% final tested. More information: https://www.phg.de/en/connection-technology

Customized cable thermometers made in Germany by Delta-R from Mannheim. More and more sensor manufacturers are producing their cable sensors in subsidiaries in other European, Asian, or Arab countries. The resulting cost savings from lower wages, even before the pandemic and tariffs, came at the expense of delivery speed and flexibility. Significantly increased shipping costs and trade barriers have made domestic manufacturers more attractive. Customers have also shifted their thinking. Reliable supply chains are now considered essential. Local sourcing is trending. Procurement close to home is also preferred for environmental reasons. Increasingly, consumers are asking themselves, not just when it comes to clothing, whether products have to travel halfway around the world before they are finished. Delta-R has consciously chosen to continue manufacturing exclusively in Germany. Customer proximity fosters both speed and flexibility in the production of customized cable thermometers. Due to internationally limited supply chains and the resulting delivery times of sometimes several years, variability in sensor manufacturing has become essential. At Delta-R, this flexibility extends to allowing customers to supply their own raw materials upon request. Contact person: Dr. Angelika Carstens Phone: +49 621/48-242-44 Website: www.delta-r.de Delta-R GmbH is a company specializing in temperature sensors. Founded in Mannheim in 2001, the companies portfolio includes consulting services related to sensor technology, manufacturer-independent trading of sensor components, and the custom assembly of cable sensors.

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The Cut & Strip Family E400 cut and strip machine impresses with its high performance, optimized operability and outstanding process reliability. Standard applications include the stripping of the outer jacket in several steps, as well as full and partial strips – also on both sides – with conductor cross sections from 0.14 to 16 mm2 (26 to 6 AWG) and cable diameters from 0.8 to 12.5 mm (0.032" to 0.49").