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NEW PRODUCTS

RS Components introduce industrial control line card with the

latest IIoT technologies

Over 2,000 added items include the latest IIoT sensors and machine safety systems for Smart Manufacturing developments

S Components, has expanded its industrial include food and beverage, robotics, machine process control. It also
Rcontrol portfolio with a range of IIoT- tools, packaging and materials handling. allows machine builders
enabled technologies from SICK. As a result of Available in a variety of detection ranges, to implement preventative
the ongoing strategic partnership between the SICK’s IO-Link photoelectric sensors reliably maintenance and service
two companies, RS will now support SICK’s M12 detect objects of assorted colours and textures, measures, and changeover
and M18 inductive proximity sensors, IO-Link as well as transparent items. The IO-Link times for product or format
sensors, and light curtains. communication protocol can be parametrised adjustments can be reduced
A significant introduction for RS is SICK’s and monitored via field bus to enable full significantly.
M12 and M18 inductive proximity sensors The new SLG range of
for non-contact detection of metallic objects. non-safety, through-beam
Available in cylindrical or rectangular formats, light curtains features a
or encapsulated in flat housing, these sensors small, slim, and sleek design.
are characterised by a long service life and Using only 8 mm for the
extreme ruggedness. Typical applications optics, they fit discreetly
inside machines, frames
and doors to detect objects
as they move through an
area. Typical applications
include overhang detection
on conveyor belts, access
control and part ejection
detection. With a one-
touch setup and effective
alignment aid, the SLG light
curtains are easy to install. n

Detecting where others cannot 150 mm and can measure with linearity and
repeatability less than +/- 1 cm. The T30R can
reliably detect high-dielectric targets such as
urck Banner has introduced a sensor that sensors mounted close together. The compact metal or large amounts of water, as well as
Toffers a robust, long-range alternative radar sensor has an IP67-rated housing for challenging lower-dielectric materials such as
to ultrasonics. The T30R offers more robust use in challenging environments. It is resistant wood, rock or organic material.
detection capabilities and longer range than to ambient weather such as sunlight, wind,
ultrasonic solutions in a similar package size rain and snow, that can be problematic. Radar Easy setup and simple integration
without the risk of cross-talk from multiple waves are not affected by ambient temperature The T30R can be programmed using the free and
changes, providing consistent measurement intuitive configuration software, remote teach
from -40 to 65° C. The 15 m range and excellent input, push buttons or IO-Link for flexible setup
performance in harsh environments make the and configuration. Dual discrete outputs are
T30R ideal for outdoor detection at loading available for slow and stop positions and analog
docks, tolls, gates and car washes. and IO-Link options are available for absolute
distance measurement. The T30R also features
More precise and reliable alternative to Banner’s Pulse Pro output that can connect
traditional 24 GHz radar directly to a variety of Banner lights, to provide
Like other Banner radar sensors, the T30R direct process feedback to the operator by
features frequency modulated continuous illuminating a light green to yellow to red, or any
wave (FMCW) for detection of both stationary custom configuration. Pulse Pro only requires
and moving targets. However, the T30R has power, and no separate controller is needed. n
much more precise detection of a wider variety
of materials than traditional 24 GHz radar. For more information email
Banner’s T30R can detect objects as close as brandon.topham@turckbanner.co.za