September 2019

n Leuze Electronics is launching several new products, including an industrial IP camera, and a safety laser scanner with a Profinet interface; n Multipix Imaging Components will showcase its latest 3D camera offering, the Photoneo MotionCam 3D; n Ibis Packaging Solutions is launching the GoPal 800 – a self-driving mobile robot that transports pallets automatically; n Endoline Machinery will unveil a high- speed, automated, three-in-one erecting, packaging and sealing system; n the smart cable manufacturer Icotek will be showing its latest cable entry plate; and n Fortress Technology will debut its latest metal detector, the Interceptor DF, which is designed to inspect high-value, low profile foods both vertically and horizontally at the same time. “This year’s PPMA Total Show is topical for a number of reasons,” says Richard Little, show director for the PPMA Group of Associations. “Not only will it be the biggest PPMA show in the Association’s history; it’s taking place in the same month that the UK is scheduled to leave the European Union. As a result, it’s encouraging more businesses to think laterally about investing in new machinery and equipment to ensure they maintain a competitive edge. “New technology, working machinery and live demonstrations are always a big draw for visitors to our shows, and this year’s Total Show will be no exception,”he adds.“Pre-registration is again up year-on-year, which proves that, despite the global economic slowdown, demand remains high for PPMA shows and there’s a real appetite for companies wanting to exhibit to grow their customer-base. “The environmental agenda is also continuing to push the boundaries of our industry,” Little continues, “particularly waste reduction and the use of plastic, so sustainability and waste reduction are topical themes for PPMA Total Show 2019. This is supported by a first-class speaker 56 n PPMA PREVIEW September 2019 www.drivesncontrols.com Designed to withstand harsh environmental conditions Carlo Gavazzi UK Ltd. - 4.4 Frimley Business Park, Frimley, Camberley, Surrey GU16 7SG Tel: 01276 854 110 - www. DBSMPHBWB[[J DP VL PD30ET Series: The new photoelectric stainless steel sensor family. See us at PPMA – Stand no. G80 Outstanding resistance to high-pressure wash-down, aggressive cleaning agents and disinfectants, which are frequently used in the Food & Beverage industry. • AISI 316L stainless steel housing • High-performance plastic materials such as PEEK, PPSU, PES and FKM • IP67, IP68 and IP69K ratings • ECOLAB, CE and cULus approved • Top potentiometer set-up • N.O. and N.C. outputs, NPN or PNP versions • Connection cable • M8-4pin male connector Omron will be demonstrating its flexible production system for the first time in the UK. The display will depict an end-to-end automated manufacturing line including activities such as component retrieval, assembly and quality inspection, performed by autonomous robot technologies. Data from the digitised system will be displayed on a dashboard. Visitors will be able to interact with the system in real time, drawing up specifications, placing orders, and customising them at any stage of the process from order entry to delivery.