Westermo has launched a new range of compact, easy-to-use unmanaged industrial Ethernet switches. The SandCat five port fast Ethernet switch series offers a cost-effective, plug and play solution for industrial applications that complements Westermo’s range of managed switches.

The new AXC F XT SPLC 3000 safety controller from Phoenix Contact can be operated as a left-side extension module on the PLCnext Control AXC F 2152 and AXC F3152 devices.

If a connection has to be released during use, such as for inspection or maintenance, this reduces the environmental protection for the period of work. Protective caps for binder’s 670- and 770-series cable connectors reliably protect the components against any ingress of dust and liquids when unmated. The requirements of protection degree IP67 are thereby met.

When designing custom housings for electrical/electronic equipment, FDB Panel Fittings asserts that it is essential to match door/frame depths to the door lock so as to ensure the required degree of sealing (IP rating) and gasket pull-down.

METCASE has launched elegant new TECHNOMET-CONTROL aluminium enclosures for electronic control systems, panel PCs and HMI electronics. They are specifically designed for mounting on standard VESA brackets/arms, walls, machines and round poles.

New from IDEC is the FT2J series, combining a PLC with an operator interface. This compact, energy-efficient solution offers a sleek design and advanced connectivity, perfect for space-constrained environments.

Pepperl+Fuchs has introduced the intrinsically safe Smart-Ex 03, a new and resilient 5G- and Wi-Fi 6-enabled smartphone. The 6-inch device combines all the expertise and know-how of the Pepperl+Fuchs subsidiaries ECOM Instruments as a pioneer in intrinsically safe mobile devices, and Aava Mobile as an expert in industrial tablets and wireless technologies.

With Automation1 XA4 and iXA4, Aerotech is launching two new digital PWM drives. The slimline single and multi-axis servo motor drives are designed for use with Aerotech’s Automation1 platform and offer a lower price compared to Aerotech’s higher performance drives.

Phoenix Contact has demonstrated an integrated TSN system consisting of a controller and managed switches for Profinet. The TSN system enables the implementation of convergent IT/OT networks, including for AI applications such as machine learning.

Teledyne FLIR has launched its improved K-Series firefighting and search and rescue (SAR) thermal imaging cameras (TICs). This TIC series now includes greater image clarity and sharpness, especially in low-contrast scenes, offering better overall perception to improve operator safety and efficiency.