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