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TOKYO, May 3, 2021 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/ --

Over 2,000 added items include the latest IIoT sensors and machine safety

systems for Smart Manufacturing developments

RS Components (RS)[ https://jp.rs-online.com/web/ ], a trading brand of

Electrocomponents plc (LSE: ECM), a global omni-channel solutions partner for

industrial customers and suppliers, has expanded its industrial control

portfolio with a range of IIoT-enabled technologies from SICK. As a result of

the ongoing strategic partnership between the two companies, RS will now

support SICK's M12 and M18 inductive proximity sensors, IO-Link sensors, and

light curtains.

A significant introduction for RS is SICK's M12 and M18 inductive proximity

sensors [

https://jp.rs-online.com/web/c/automation-control-gear/sensors/proximity-sensors/?applied-dimensions=4294966181,4291784993,4291882620,4291945096

]for non-contact detection of metallic objects. Available in cylindrical or

rectangular formats, or encapsulated in flat housing, these sensors are

characterised by a long service life and extreme ruggedness. Typical

applications include food and beverage, robotics, machine tools, packaging and

materials handling.

Available in a variety of detection ranges, SICK's IO-Link photoelectric

sensors reliably detect objects of assorted colours and textures [

https://jp.rs-online.com/web/c/automation-control-gear/sensors/photoelectric-sensors/?applied-dimensions=4294966181,4291934105

], as well as transparent items. The IO-Link communication protocol can be

parametrised and monitored via field bus to enable full process control. It

also allows machine builders to implement preventative maintenance and service

measures, and changeover times for product or format adjustments can be reduced

significantly.

The new SLG range of non-safety, through-beam light curtains [

https://jp.rs-online.com/web/c/automation-control-gear/sensors/light-curtains/?applied-dimensions=4291861991

]features a small, slim, and sleek design. Using only 8 mm for the optics, they

fit discreetly inside machines, frames and doors to detect objects as they move

through an area. Typical applications include overhang detection on conveyor

belts, access control and part ejection detection. With a one-touch setup and

effective alignment aid, the SLG light curtains are easy to install.

SICK's range of IIoT-enabled technologies is shipping now from RS in Japan [

https://jp.rs-online.com/web/ ].

Source: RS Components