Industrial Factory Automation

Alrad has announced that it is offering Streampix 4 digital video recording software, which can be used to view, control and acquire from multiple cameras simultaneously using just one interface. Streampix 4's user interface provides a complete management console for cameras, which can simplify the setup, control and acquisition from any number and type of cameras, both locally and remotely connected. Streampix 4 can support an infinite number of cameras. The number of cameras supported is limited by a condition where the combined data rate of the cameras exceeds the PCI bus bandwidth or processor capabilities of the computer. Features of Streampix 4 include: compatibility with Windows XP and Vista (32 and 64 bit); support for 100+ camera lines; works with any camera that has a WDM driver; record data from up to 16 cameras on a single computer; record directly to RAM for ultra-high-speed capture; and record to sequence file on disk (raw or compressed).

Parker Hannifin has launched the Compax3F electrohydraulic controller, designed to help engineers increase productivity and machine performance. The control features optimised force/pressure control, controller pre-setting for closed-loop position control, an updated valve library with the latest Parker valves, and a multi-axis tool supported by a comprehensive database of multi-axis applications. Compax3F is particularly suitable for applications such as die casting, metal forming, blow moulding and tube bending. Up to 31 motion profiles can be selected including absolute/relative position, force/pressure control, positioning or electronic gearing, with the controller providing synchronous running for up to two hydraulic axes, including replacement for NC 100 axis in new projects. With absolute/relative positioning, for example, a motion set defines a complete group of motions by target position, travel speed, maximum acceleration, maximum deceleration and maximum jerk. In the case o...