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Stay up to date on the latest product news, events and resources.PCC premieres it’s new Robotic Machine Tending Solution at Oktoberfest 2018
At PCC's 2018 Oktoberfest - Tap into Technology event on September 27, PCC premiered its new Robotic Machine Tending Solution- a collaborative robotics based automation system for loading and unloading raw material for production machines such as lathes,...
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PCC’s Oktoberfest 2018
Thank you to everyone who attended PCC's 2018 Oktoberfest - Tap into Technology Event! This year we moved Oktoberfest from our Germantown headquarters to the more spacious Washington County Fair Park and Conference Center in West Bend, WI. The...
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DMC’s DrinkBot on Exhibit at PCC’s Oktoberfest
Working together for over a year, a group of DMC engineers built our very own DrinkBot. We developed it during a FedEx Day and improved the DrinkBot over a second FedEx Day. DMC's DrinkBot finally made its debut at the Siemens Automation Summit 2017. The...
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PCC Oktoberfest – Wago Innovations in Action Mobile Tour
Tour the Wago Innovation in Action Mobile Showcase at this year's Oktoberfest - Tap into Technology 2018! Wago's showcase is one of the many exciting displays you'll have access to when you register for PCC's Oktoberfest. Wago's Showcase: From our...
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Siemens – Driving the Digital Enterprise Mobile Showcase
At this year's Oktoberfest, PCC is exciting to announce we will have the Siemens mobile exhibit "Driving the Digital Enterprise" open for guided tours inside our event venue! The new exhibit focuses on benefits to the Design or Commissioning Engineer...
read moreOktoberfest – Siemens Realizing Engineering Efficiencies Hands-On Booth
During PCC’s Oktoberfest, Siemens will be hosting a hands-on product booth titled “Realizing Engineering Efficiencies – Hands-on Workshop with TIA Portal.” Attendees will have the opportunity to experience the Totally Integrated Automation Portal (TIA Portal) can reduce engineering development and machine downtime.
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Whitepaper: New UL Type 1 vs NEMA 1 enclosure ratings
In this paper, the author examines the various characteristics of electric drive enclosures labeled NEMA 1 and UL Type 1, detailing the differences and similarities, with an explanation of why the NEMA 1 enclosure rating does not meet the new UL Type 1...
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FREE PROFINET Training June 21, 2018
This no-cost class prepares the student to apply PROFINET in his own project. An introduction and technical details of the technology are provided along with practical demonstrations. Lunch is included.
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The Split KVT-ER Cord Grip by Icotek
IP66/IP68 Cord Grip for Cables with & without Connectors Split Cord Grip KVT-ER Sets New Standards in Connectorized Cable Routing By introducing the all-new split cord grip KVT-ER, icotek is setting new standards in connectorized cable entry. The KVT-ER cord grip is a...
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Carlo Gavazzi Launches New CD34 Series Liquid Level Capacitive Sensors
Carlo Gavazzi’s NEW CD34 Series liquid level capacitive proximity sensors are perfect for level applications in Packaging, Food+Beverage, Agriculture and Water Treatment markets.
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Qlight’s LED Strobe Signal Light and Audible Alarm Combinations
Qlight's QWCD signal alarm lights introduce a new concept of using the horn cover as a light globe. Product Specs By using the horn cover as a light globe, the size of the product has been reduced significantly Easy device customization with...
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The New Siemens SIMATIC Industrial Tablet PC
The SIMATIC ITP1000 brings the performance of SIMATIC Industrial PCs to the tablet format. You benefit from maximum performance for mobile computing in your production – for many years, thanks to the latest processor technology, industrial-grade designs and long-term...
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A New Way of Motion
Easy to program, system simulation, integrated safety and built-in diagnostics To compete in a global market, machine builders must deliver high-performance machines that are faster, more automated and more flexible – while meeting specific customer...
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A Video Introduction to PROFINET
Brand new to PROFINET? Or Industrial Ethernet in general. This new video from PROFI-Times describes what PROFINET is and how it works. It explains core PROFINET concepts in a fun and didactic way for beginners that need an introduction to the technology.
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