AutomationDirect Adds Synchronous Drive Components
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AutomationDirect Adds Synchronous Drive Components

AutomationDirect’s new SureMotion line of power transmission products includes timing pulleys (or sprockets), bushings and timing belts that allow you to change speed and torque while connecting mechanically rotating components. Starting at $5.25, the SureMotion XL timing pulleys have a 1/5-inch pitch and 1/4 or 3/8-inch width and are available in aluminum or steel, with…
HMI Best Practices for an Effective HMI Every Time
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HMI Best Practices for an Effective HMI Every Time

There are many ways to develop human machine interface (HMI) screens for machine automation and related applications, but effective implementation requires discipline in design. The look, feel and ease-of-use of an HMI can vary widely with all the tools, object libraries, animation and colors available with modern HMI software—but there are some HMI best practices…
Get to Know ProSense…for FREE!
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Get to Know ProSense…for FREE!

What is ProSense you ask? Well, ProSense is our line of process instrumentation products including sensors, controllers, transmitters, switches, and gauges that can be used to accurately detect process variables such as pressure, flow, and temperature. From simple float switches, to digital pressure controllers, to our newly released magnetic-inductive transmitters, this line is constantly growing…
Wera Tools: Ergonomics Helps “Get a Grip” On Products
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Wera Tools: Ergonomics Helps “Get a Grip” On Products

When medieval knights first used a primitive screwdriver to secure their jousting armor, they never could have imagined that such a tool would still be used centuries later. In fact, the general concept of a screwdriver hasn’t changed very much since the Middle Ages. People still need a screwdriver to turn screws and fasten things…
AutomationDirect Expands Proximity Sensor Line
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AutomationDirect Expands Proximity Sensor Line

AutomationDirect’s new PN series inductive proximity sensors are IP 69K-rated short-body sensors with metal housings.  These three-wire 10-30 VDC sensors are equipped with LED status indicators and are available with an attached two-meter output cable or M12 quick-disconnect. All styles are available with shielded or unshielded housings as well as normally-open or normally-closed and PNP…
What is Ladder Logic?
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What is Ladder Logic?

PLCs have exploded in the controls market and are used throughout the world. Over time they have advanced to become more user friendly, efficient, smaller and less expensive. Different types of programming languages have also been developed for PLCs but the most frequently used is still Ladder Logic.   The Origins of Ladder Logic – Relay…