Collecting data from existing analog sensors is simple and cost-effective with Banner’s new R45C Modbus to Dual Analog Input/Output Converters. Two input/output ports can capture and convert incoming analog current or voltage signals to Modbus, and also drive analog outputs for system design flexibility. Port mirroring lets operators capture sensor data without breaking communication with a PLC.

We have recently released a new feature to our amGardpro networked range. We can now offer EtherCAT with FSoE on our ethernet-enabled interlocks and control pods.

To start off the launch of our content toolkits we have created an EtherCAT focused toolkit.

The new K100 Basic Beacon offers Daylight Visible models that ensure visibility, even in direct sunlight. ​​​​​Each device is available in a single color, with five options to choose from. It has four built-in animations and boasts IP66, NEMA 4X, and IK10 ratings, to make sure it can withstand challenging environments. Audible and non-audible models are available.

With a growing market share, EtherCAT is a widely used network protocol that enables fast and reliable communication between industrial devices. proNet is the network communication module that allows amGardpro to communicate with the main industrial network protocols.

Quickly and Easily Add Discrete Devices to your IO-Link System. Integrating discrete devices into an IO-Link system is quick and easy with the R95C-8B22-KQ 8-Port 2-Channel Discrete IO-Link Hub. This configurable IO-Link hub can transmit 16 discrete inputs or drive 16 discrete outputs. Multiple delay modes and port mirroring also give powerful flexibility to system designers.

Dual Discrete Laser Sensor with Extended Range Banner introduces a new addition to its series of best-in-class laser sensors, the Q5X 3m Dual Discrete model. This device features an extended detection range of 3 meters, compared to the existing 2-meter Dual Discrete Q5X sensor. Because the sensor uses a laser with high excess gain, it excels at detecting challenging targets, such as dark objects against dark backgrounds. It also features dual discrete outputs, which can send independent signals.

Whether it’s the speed, position or direction of rotation – how can you measure these values efficiently? We can help  you find the right encoder: from the standard model to the premium completely contactless encoder.

Watch the video here: Reliable Encoder Solutions: Get the Right Encoder for your Motion Control Application

With a wide range of options, Turck has the encoder for you – from price sensitive encoder to particularly robust and wear-free devices.

RSK is a compact key pod with ability to act as a standalone key station or integrate with an amGardpro interlock. RSK helps reduce key management processes.

• Enables misplaced keys to be replaced with a new re-coded key – reducing downtime
• Can be hard-wired, have OSSD inputs / outputs, xommunicate over Ethernet using PROFINET / PROFIsafe, Ethernet IP / CIP safety.

Designed to enhance and improve industrial workstations, the TL50 Basic Andon Tower Light is a tower light and a control box combination for easy-to-see status. These 3 or 4 segment tower light assemblies are rugged, versatile, easy to install, and simple to operate. The control box features capacitive touch buttons for built-in reliability; simply activate or deactivate tower light segments with quick touch or press-and-hold hold functionality.

The LCA130T is an integral capacitive touch button control box ideal for controlling lights with just the press of a button. Simply connect the LCA130T to any light and the programmed status LEDs can mimic the light’s status.

The High Level Coded (HLC) element for the tGard configurable access & control unit for machine guarding provides protection against defeat with a high misalignment tolerance on the actuator and provides safety outputs through OSSD or SSR configurations.

The tGard High Level Coded (HLC) element can also incorporate safety contacts from associated tGard elements.

✅ Perfect for small guards and tight spaces.

✅ High coded RFID actuator.

✅ Versatile high misalignment.

✅ Allows a person to escape if they become trapped inside a safeguarded space.

✅ Escape release must be manually operated from inside the area and generates a stop command.

The CT-600A current monitoring sensor is a split-core transformer used to monitor AC current on large conductor wires handling heavy current loads, such as in large motors. This sensor will help maintenance teams stay ahead of potential problems by monitoring for unusual current rise in production machines to ensure assets remain productive.

This new module adds EtherCAT communication to Banner’s existing XS26 series of expandable safety controllers. This allows In-Series Diagnostics (ISD) device status and performance data to be shared with EtherCAT-enabled PLCs.

The Q20-2 is a new polarized retroreflective photoelectric sensor designed for reliable detection, quick installation, and precise beam alignment. Its bright, visible red LED features best-in-class bore sighting, ensuring that the beam spot hits repeatably where it is intended. The Q20-2 features an industry-standard compact housing and robust threaded 3-mm mounting holes.

Banner’s newest controller, the DXMR110-8K 8-Port IO-Link Master comes with cloud connectivity and advanced programming options via ScriptBasic and action rules. Its compact size, minimal weight, convenient cordset placement and multiprotocol interface offers system designers many options.

Turck will now manufacture the M12 Field Wireable Junction Boxes, providing more control over manufacturing instead of purchasing them outside of the company. These new junction boxes are RoHS compliant and carry CE approval. Please see the Product Change Notification for the affected part numbers, suggested alternative part numbers, description of changes and additional details.

Banner presents the new T30RW Washdown Radar Sensor, which expands upon the 15-meter T30R sensor by adding a heavy-duty IP69K-rated housing for particularly harsh environments. It provides accurate measurement and robust signal return, even in the presence of moisture, steam, precipitation, temperature changes, sunlight, or darkness. The T30RW is perfect for tank-level measurement and applications involving high-pressure water spray, such as automated car washes.

Turck’s newest generation of inclinometer sensors, which fuse MEMS and gyroscope technologies, are now available in dual setpoint outputs for position monitoring. This new variant switches when a threshold value or switching window is reached. Two switching windows can be set and used in NO or NC operation. These sensors are ideal for use in applications where a simple switching signal in a PNP or NPN logic circuit is sufficient to indicate a specific inclination angle has been reached. These rugged IP68/IP69K rated sensors can be programmed for custom ranges via IO-Link. Key applications include leveling platforms, lifting equipment, rotational arms and any place you need to detect angular or rotary position.

The LC25T In-Line Touch Switch is a sealed, capacitive touch switch that can be connected in-line with many types of DC devices for on/off and PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) control. With a 4-amp output capacity, it can control even the largest of Banner’s DC lights. Its touch interface and visual status indication make the LC25T easy to use.

Banner’s new R90C Serial Analog Output Hub features a Modbus RTU interface and four analog output ports with standard 4-pin M12 connections. The hub can be easily configured to generate either a current (4–20 mA) or voltage output (0–10 V) on each of the four unique analog ports. It reduces wiring and is ideal for controlling devices such as dimmable lights and proportional pneumatic valves.

Easy to install, operate, and troubleshoot, the new S4B Heavy-Duty Type 4 Safety Light Curtain delivers durable, dependable safety sensing for a wide variety of applications. The 30 mm resolution makes it optimal for hand detection. With end-to-end sensing in lengths from 300 mm to 1800 mm and having a 12 meter range, the S4B can tackle a wide variety of safety applications while meeting the highest safety standards.

The addition to Banner Engineering’s Snap Signal series of plug-and-play connections delivers quick and easy over-current protection anywhere it’s needed in a circuit. The rugged IP68 over-molded housing allows use in harsh environments, and the visual feedback system gives quick status updates at a glance. 

PTL110 pick-to-light devices now offer 14 segments and a three-digit display for more ways to indicate part count, use additional letters, and provide instructions. These multifunctional indicators improve speed, productivity, and quality in picking, kitting, and other related applications.​​​​​

The TL15 series of small, modular tower lights has expanded to include TL15A audible segments for audible alert indication. The TL15A in-line audible alert indicators can be used as standalone devices, connected in-line with TL15 tower lights, or paired with sensors so users can receive color status and audio alerts locally.

Banner K50R and K50R Pro radar sensors are now more customizable, offering performance modes fine-tuned for different detection requirements. The sensors in this series can be programmed with one of three available performance modes:

• Standard, with a range of 0.1 to 2.5 meters
• Faster Response, with a response time that is twice as fast
• High Power, with more signal strength to detect weaker targets

With the introduction of the S15S temperature and humidity sensor, remote environment monitoring now comes in a compact, rugged, and cost-effective form factor for installation nearly anywhere. It easily connects in-line or directly to a DXM industrial controller to help ensure a safe operating environment for machines and equipment.

The K70 series of touch buttons now includes programmable models with an integrated audible alarm, expanding the product functionality to provide additional indication and feedback. Banner’s exclusive Pro Editor software enables users to program the K70 Pro with a variety of statuses, colors, and animations. 

Now you can extend sensing range without the use of an additional power supply.  No setup and no programming required. Simply install the repeater and increase the distance between an IO-Link Master and your device by up to 240m. Designed in a rugged IP68/IP69K stainless-steel housing, this device allows for direct field mounting without parameterization and provides cost-saving installation for spatially isolated IO-Link devices. Ideal for use in the automotive industry and applications where the sensor is a long distance from the control block. The IO-Link Repeater supports all transmission rates for IO-Link COM1, COM2 and COM3 in one device.

As part of a comprehensive IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) solution, the Banner DXMR90-4K IO-Link Master collects factory data from IO-Link devices and sends it directly to PLCs, SCADAs, and HMIs. It combines signals from four IO-Link ports and outputs process and diagnostic data via Ethernet IP, Modbus TCP/IP, and PROFINET. The DXMR90-4K also serves as a compact and programmable controller device.

The MiniLine family covers DIN rail power supplies for low and medium power range from 15W to 100W. The units, in their rugged plastic housing are highly efficient, compact, reliable and can be installed in seconds.

MiniLine users are convinced by an excellent cost-benefit ratio and a high power density. So a 30W device requires a space of only 22.5mm on the DIN rail.

Choose the right unit for your requirements from 26 different MiniLine power supplies.

A new long-range model has been added to Banner’s T30R series of compact and durable radar sensors. This sensor can accurately measure targets up to 25 meters away—a 10-meter increase over previous models. T30R sensors excel in outdoor environments subject to precipitation, fog, moisture, or changes in light and temperature.

The R95C IO-Link Hub is Banner’s new connection solution for converting and consolidating discrete signals into an IO-Link data stream. Featuring a durable IP67/IP68-rated housing, a stackable design, and eight separate ports with two discrete input channels each (PNP or NPN), the R95C captures discrete sensor signals from larger factory operations and routes them to an IO-Link Master.

The R95C IO-Link Hub also has the ability to drive discrete outputs on each port. This compact, robust, and economical device significantly reduces cabling complexity while expanding Snap Signal IIoT connectivity. 

Banner Engineering introduces two new slot sensors for labeling items on an automated production line. The SLE3 and SLU4 Series Label Sensors are compact devices that use an infrared LED or an ultrasonic emitter, respectively, to detect labels at high speeds.

Banner’s Cloud Data Services (CDS) software is a web-based platform that allows users to access, store, protect, and export critical data collected by wired and wireless sensors. CDS has analytics and visualization tools that deliver insights and alerts to help solve factory floor challenges. The software complements Banner’s wireless and Snap Signal product portfolios and provides customers with complete end-to-end IIoT solutions.

Banner’s new DXMR90-4K IO-Link Master allows collection of factory data from IO-Link devices and sends it directly to cloud systems, PLCs, SCADAs, and HMIs. Both a part of the Snap Signal smart-factory ecosystem and compatible with industry IO-Link standard devices, it combines signals from four IO-Link ports and outputs process and diagnostic data via Ethernet IP and Modbus TCP/IP. The DXMR90-4K is also a self-contained controller offering the option of custom programmablity.

The Water Controller with IO-Link monitors flow rate and alerts users for any potential leaks.  This solution identifies tip off and insufficient flow to prevent damage to other devices in the weld cell, saving downtime and costly damage.  This easy-to-integrate solution doesn’t require a PLC and uses IO-Link to provide more detailed insight into process parameters and application status, remotely.  These pre-engineered solutions are ideal for use by integrators that build MIG and resistance welding cells for the automotive industry.

Banner introduces the wireless Q45UPSD Universal Pressure Node. The node, combined with Banner pressure transducers, will monitor pressurized systems and transmit levels to a wireless controller or performance gateway. The new node is compatible with the full range of Banner pressure transducers, which can collect measurements from 0 to 3000 psi. The node and transducers feature quick-disconnect ports for instant connection.

The K50 Pro Compact Touch with Display is the ideal interface device for pick-to-light, operator guidance and interaction, or advanced information communication. It has two independent touch areas and perimeter indication that provide a bidirectional interface to improve process efficiency and speed issue response. Control via IO-Link® or PICK-IQ™ serial interface gives full access to color, animation, and display settings. This K50 works well for condition monitoring applications and blends seamlessly into Banner’s Snap Signal ecosystem.   

The K50 Pro Touch Button family now features models with an integrated audible alarm, expanding the product functionality to provide additional indication and feedback, improving the interaction between operators and equipment. It is available with 14 different tones with customizable intensity. I/O logic, colors, animations, and audible settings can be configured with the Pro Editor software or via IO-Link.

The Banner SPS30 AC/DC In-Line Power Converter adapts 100–240 V AC to 24 V DC to power DC sensors, actuators, or other devices. Its 4-amp SPST relay allows it to switch AC or DC loads, and it has an AC input wire for remote teach or activating a job input on an actuator.

Banner’s new Q2X sensors fit into confined industrial spaces and equipment. These sensors deliver reliability, competitive performance, robust excess gain, and sensing precision to detect challenging targets. The series includes a new standard adjustable-field background-suppression model with either a visible red photoelectric LED or a Class 1 laser emitter, a cost-effective polarized retro-reflective model, and an easy-to-align opposed-mode sensor pair.

The newest addition to Banner’s Snap Signal product family, the compact and robust DXMR90 Industrial Controller is a central hub for IIoT device monitoring…

Scanner Engineering has released the SX5-B6, a new version of its standalone safety laser scanner with enhanced features…

Banner’s expanding line of plug-and-play in-line Converters, Adapters, and Filters unlocks valuable data and simplifies wiring. All Snap Signal products utilize industry standard M12 connectors for fast and easy installation…

The WLS28 LED strip light with IO-Link or Pro Editor capability has a sturdy aluminum housing and shatterproof windows, making it an ideal general-purpose LED light for machine, enclosure, or other industrial lighting applications…

Banner’s SmartSolutions Expansion Kit is a predictive maintenance solution that allows asset and process managers to expand monitoring systems by adding up to 40 sensors…

Introducing the TS+ sensor, a line of programmable temperature sensors that are used to measure and display process temperatures…

The Q4X600 high resolution models are now available with analog output and even higher excess gain to solve more applications. This versatile, rugged laser measurement sensor is available in barrel or flush mount housing…

Turck has expanded its line of TX700 HMIs to include new variants designed for Food and Beverage and outdoor applications. The TX700FB devices have an IP69K stainless steel front with polyester coating…

The newest model of the DXM1200 series wireless controllers maintain the same programming and logic capabilities of their predecessors while increasing installation flexibility…

Introducing the LUS211 Ultrasonic Level Sensor, Turck’s first ultrasonic sensor with a local LED display. The LUS211 is a programmable sensor that is used to measure solid and liquid level in an enclosure. Since the sensor is non-contact, it is not susceptible to material build-up or damage, ensuring a long service life.

Converting condition monitoring and process sensors to enable OEE initiatives just got easier with the new S15C Series In-Line Converters from Banner…