WERMA eSIGN Series LED Signal Towers from AutomationDirect
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WERMA eSIGN Series LED Signal Towers from AutomationDirect

May 31, 2023 – AutomationDirect has added new WERMA eSIGN series LED signal towers to their lineup of pre-assembled stacklights. These new signal towers, available in 9- and 15-tier models, feature a variety of customizable operating modes and lighting effects. eSIGN signal towers provide full-surface signaling with electronic modularity and can operate as a traditional…
New IronHorse Motor Controls from AutomationDirect
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New IronHorse Motor Controls from AutomationDirect

AutomationDirect has added new IronHorse manual motor protectors, contactors, thermal overload relays, and a wide variety of supported accessories to their growing lineup of motor control products.  The IronHorse HMC series contactors are a very economical solution and feature an advanced design with a sealed structure to prevent arc flash exposure; electronic coils are available…
Newsletter Volume 25 Issue 5
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Newsletter Volume 25 Issue 5

Modern PLCs Provide Support for Advanced Data AccessAlthough many think of PLCs as primarily for real-time control, modern versions make it easy to implement extensive data connectivity and analytics. While everyday consumers are familiar with getting things their way, this type of flexibility has often been less available within the industrial manufacturing arena. This is…
C-more CM5 HMIs from AutomationDirect
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C-more CM5 HMIs from AutomationDirect

May 24, 2023 – AutomationDirect has added the next generation of the popular C-more HMI product line. The CM5 HMI series offers lower cost, high-performance HMIs in sizes from 4 inches to an impressive 22 inches. These HMIs have an amazing 1.6 GHz processor in the larger units (10” and above), 43 Mbytes of memory,…
New I/O, Communication, and Power Options for the Productivity Family of Controllers from AutomationDirect
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New I/O, Communication, and Power Options for the Productivity Family of Controllers from AutomationDirect

May 10th, 2023 – AutomationDirect has released several new modules for the Productivity family of controllers. Two new lower-cost, high-resolution, four-channel analog input modules, supporting current (0-20 mA) or voltage (0-10 VDC) signals, are now available for the Productivity1000 PLC. The ProductivityOpen Arduino-based controller line now offers a 2-port serial communications shield that provides a…
More Murrelektronik A-Coded Sensor and Signal Connection Cables from AutomationDirect
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More Murrelektronik A-Coded Sensor and Signal Connection Cables from AutomationDirect

May 10th, 2023 – AutomationDirect’s newest addition of A-coded sensor and signal connection cables from Murrelektronik provides easy and reliable connections between panels and field devices. These cables offer several configurations including axial or right-angle female M8 or M12 screw-lock connector to pigtail, axial male to axial female with M8 or M12 screw-lock connectors, and…
Stahlin Enclosures from AutomationDirect
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Stahlin Enclosures from AutomationDirect

May 3, 2023 – AutomationdDirect has added Stahlin wall-mount enclosure selections to their extensive inventory of non-metallic industrial electrical enclosures. Diamond Shield, Classic, N, J, RJ, JW, RJW, and FatBoy versions are NEMA 1, 3, 3S, 12, 13, and 4X rated, and are constructed of fiberglass reinforced polyester. They are offered in a range of…
Wenglor TPL Vision Lighting from AutomationDirect
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Wenglor TPL Vision Lighting from AutomationDirect

May 3rd, 2023 – AutomationDirect has added new Wenglor TPL series vision lighting components to their Barcode/RFID/Vision products.  Vision lighting provides the proper amount of contrast, brightness, and uniformity to an imaging surface so a good image of the code or object can be achieved. Built using high-quality LEDs, these Wenglor lighting components offer several…
Newsletter Volume 25 Issue 4
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Newsletter Volume 25 Issue 4

Linear Actuator OptionsLinear actuators, driven with servo or stepper motors, are an effective way to implement accurate automated machine motion. Linear actuators can also be driven by pneumatic or hydraulic methods, depending on the force, speed, accuracy, and cost requirements of an application. Electrically-driven actuators are the preferred solution for many applications, especially when automated…