New iX Series operator panels from Mitsubishi Electric

Mitsubishi Electric UK is launching a new generation of iX Series high performance operation panels (HMIs). The iX Series offers a modern look and feel and many new features, such as navigation tools like swipe and scroll to improve operator interaction.   iX panels offer high-performance CPUs and the latest technology with LED backlight resulting in […]

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Mitsubishi FX3U-1PG Pulse Output Positioning Module replaces FX2N-1PG

    Mitsubishi Electric UK has updated its pulse output module with a new special function module for the FX3 family, the FX3U-1PG is a single axis positioning module.  The new unit is an   efficient single-axis positioning module for controlling either step drives or servo drives (by external regulator) with a pulse chain. It has […]

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Altivar AVT61 slows down for quicker energy saving

  Controlling the motor speed in flow applications offers some of the fastest energy saving pay-back times around, and below we show you how.  The Altivar ATV61 drive from Schneider Electric UK is designed specifically to replace the valves and dampers used to control the flow of fluids (mostly air and water but any gasses […]

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DriveConfig PC kit from ABB UK supports ACS55 micro drives

Drive configuration tool   The DriveConfig kit is a drive configuration tool for ABB component drives, ACS55, offering fast and safe configuration of unpowered drives. It is a PC tool that enables parameter setting and software updating without the need for a power connection. The drives can remain in their delivery boxes during configuration.   […]

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Automation barriers live longer with ABB ACS55 micro drives

    ABB ACS 55 micro drives were selected by a European automatic barrier maker facing the dual challenges of shortening barrier opening times to reduce equipment damage and reducing vibration through the mechanical linkage to extend service life.   A variable speed drive was needed that could increase the operating speed of the electric […]

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