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Next-Generation Controller Provides Enhanced Multiple Robot and System-Level Controls
Yaskawa Motoman‘s energy-saving DX100 features faster processing speeds, advanced robot arm control, built-in collision avoidance and quicker I/O response.
Lincoln Electric Introduces Fuel-Saving Option on its Ranger 305 G Multi-Process Welder/Generator
Lincoln Electric‘s K3928-1 Ranger 305 G EFI combines a powerful multi-process, engine-driven welder with a Kohler 25-hp electronic-fuel-injection (EFI) engine.
Spindle Cable for Machine Tools Saves Space in the Shop

This single core cable design from igus is an alternative to thick servo cables with larger bend radii that go beyond the permissible space of the machine tool.
Bernard TGX Semi-Automatic MIG Gun Excels on Light- to Medium-Duty Welding Applications
Bernard is now offering its air-cooled TGX™ Semi-Automatic MIG Gun for medium-duty welding applications.
Robot Does Highly Complex Operations Performed by Humans
Mitsubishi Electric Automation has introduced the F-series industrial robots, the latest of its high performance robots, designed for extremely dexterous, complex operations.
Wireless Data Acquisition Makes Inspection More Effective

Integrated MarConnect transmitters and software from Mahr Federal can take a measurement and transmit the measuring data directly into MS Excel or via a keyboard code into any Windows program without cumbersome cables.
High-End Harness Testing Becomes Affordable

The N3 line from Nanovea combines nanometer range and controlled load and depth with a competitive price in the $20K market.
Optical Measurement System to Be Used by Premium German Carmaker
NextSense presented the CALIPRI optical measurement system at CONTROL 2013 and was awarded a contract worth millions by German premium carmaker.
Gap and Flush Measurements Achieved Using Robot-Mounted 3D Smart Cameras
LMI‘s Gocator 3D smart camera mounted on a robot arm offers a rapid and accurate way of making gap and flush measurements on automotive panels.
Laser Micrometer Interface Streamlines Setup And Operation
LaserLinc’s NetLinc interface streamlines the setup process by enabling transmission of measurement data via a standard Ethernet cable.
Angle Encoders Offer Functional Safety
HEIDENHAIN now offers its RCN Series angle encoders with “Functional Safety”.
Infrared Vision Sensor for Inspection Prevents the Need for Shielding

The BVS vision sensor from Balluff uses built-in infrared lighting with an integrated daylight filter for efficient inspection, bar code and text reading processes.