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Omron has introduced the advanced FZ3 color vision sensor that makes it possible to automate inspection of low-contrast color objects at high speed with reliable results by using true color technology and intelligent cameras.  Omron’s Advanced Real Color Sensing (ARCS) engine captures and processes 16.77 million colors, approaching human color perception, and out-performs systems that...

Effective January 1, 2012, machine builders and integrators must use EN ISO 13849-1:2008 to prove presumption of conformity with the Machinery Directive.  On January 1, 2012, EN 954-1:1996 and EN ISO 13849-1:1999 may no longer be used for this purpose.  Omron STI has resources available to help machine builders and integrators successfully make the transition....

I never served in our military, but I thank those who have whenever I can. I thank them at airport terminals and at cab stands. I see them at the State Fair wearing caps designating them from wars 60 years ago and I thank them; I see them at the mall or at baseball games...

Omron has introduced EtherNet/IP remote I/O blocks (shown left) with both short- and open-circuit detection to reduce troubleshooting time and maintain productivity. Innovative-IDM is a leading distributor for Omron Electronics. The ERT1 series EtherNet/IP slave I/O blocks are available as high-density, 32-point, in-panel IP20 models with removable cage clamp I/O connections and power connections that...

Omron has expanded the industrial communication options for its compact Omron 3G3MX2 AC Drives to simplify integration into production lines and work cells.  The front panel mounting EtherNet/IP communication interface unit (3G3AX-MX2-EIP-A) imparts network slave capabilities to the AC Drives.  The EtherNet/IP interface makes it easy for machine builder OEMs to standardize on 3G3MX2 AC...

New E2CY-SD11 Proximity Sensor Amplifier for Non-Ferrous Metal Detection Offers Digital Display for Simple Setting Omron Industrial Automation has launched the E2CY-SD11 proximity sensor amplifier with 4-digit display to simplify setup, fine-tuning and monitoring for non-ferrous metal object detection applications.  This model replaces the E2CY-T11 amplifier with bar graph display discontinued at the end of...