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The 17th Shenzhen International Battery Technology Exhibition, which lasted for 3 days, has come to an end! Thank you to every partner who visited booth [10T109-1] in Hall 10. It was your enthusiastic participation that made this new energy industry automation event shine brilliantly! Highlight moment, vividly remembered We showcased hardcore exhibits such as industrial connectors, sensors, unmanaged switches, and industrial power supplies, attracting countless attention. The product traceability solution and flexible and intelligent distributed IO solution have sparked in-depth discussions, and the on-site communication atmosphere is lively. The audience of the hot melt and heat sealing control system booth came in droves like they were attracted by magnets, and the small booth was surrounded by three layers inside and three layers outside. Industry experts bent down to observe the operation of the equipment, lightly tapping their fingers on precision components to explore process optimization. The intense discussion ignited the entire exhibition area. A shining moment of international style Hardcore exhibits have become a "hot commodity" in the eyes of international friends! In front of the booth, executives from various countries frequently stopped by, holding product manuals to carefully inquire about product parameters and adaptation scenarios, and delved into practical applications in local new energy projects. Discuss with our team how to integrate the solution with the existing production line. Although the exhibition has ended, the exploration of the future of new energy automation will never stop! We will continue to deepen our technological innovation and bring more high-quality solutions to the industry. Looking forward to meeting you all again in the future and working together to write a new chapter in new energy automation!  

    Kronz offers various series of connectors (M8/M12/7/8”/branch connectors/industrial Ethernet connectors) with over 1,000 models to choose from, meeting diverse industrial application needs. These include field wireable connections, pre-assembled connections, flange connections, and distribution boxes.     Kronz also provides industry-specific products to meet the unique requirements of different applications. According to customers' specific requirements, Kronz can provide a variety of custom products and comprehensive connection solutions. Kronz’s circular connectors are widely used in the automotive, packaging, and semiconductor industries for various automation equipment and production lines. M8 Circular Connectors     The M8 circular connector is one of the most commonly used connectors in the current field of factory automation. Designed to the IEC 61076-2-104 standard, it is primarily developed for sensors with an 8MM connection diameter in factory automation. It is widely used in factory automation sensors, packaging and conveying systems, outdoor LED modules, safety light curtains, and new energy signal control. The M8 connector features a compact design, making it suitable for space-constrained equipment installations, and offers stable and reliable connections with anti-vibration and anti-rotation designs post-installation. Available in 3/4/5/6/8-pin configurations Customizable pre-assembled cable specifications, with shielded and unshielded options Flange connectors available with solder cups or PCB soldering options Industrial protection rating: IP67 Rated voltage: 60V, rated current: 4A~1A Anti-vibration design M12 Circular Connectors (A-CODE)     The M12 circular connector is one of the most commonly used connectors in the field of factory automation. Designed to the IEC 61076-2-101 standard, it is primarily developed for factory automation sensors and actuators. The M12 connector is designed to withstand harsh environments, meeting various climate and application requirements such as resistance to high and low temperatures, hydrolysis, oil, corrosion, UV, bending, wear, and bending drag chains. The M12 A-code features a specific A-type keyway design to differentiate it from other keying types such as B, C, D, X, S, T, K, L, and Y. Available in 3/4/5/8/12-pin configurations Options include pre-assembled cables, assembly connectors, and flange connectors Cable length customizable according to customer needs, with shielded and unshielded options Protection rating: IP67 Rated voltage: 250V, 60V, 30V; rated current: 4A, 2A, 1.5A 360° anti-electromagnetic interference Anti-vibration design with screw structure 7/8" Circular Connectors (A-CODE)     The 7/8" inch threaded connector is one of the most important connectors in factory automation and field bus applications. The 7/8" connector meets the structural requirements of integrating signal and power transmission and is widely used in sensors and actuators, motor drives, packaging and conveying systems, outdoor LED modules, rail transit, marine radar and navigation, and open network systems such as DeviceNet and NMEA 2000. The 7/8" inch connector is designed to withstand harsh environments, meeting various climate and application requirements such as resistance to high and low temperatures, water alkalinity, oil, corrosion, UV, bending, wear, and plugging. Available in 3/4/5-pin configurations Options include molded pre-assembled cables, assembly connectors, and flange connectors Customizable cable specifications, with shielded and unshielded options Flange connectors available with soldered and PCB pin options Industrial protection rating: IP67 Rated voltage: 300V/600V Rated current: 8A, 9A Distributor     M12 Y-type connector branches, available in fixed (Y-type head) or (Y-type cable), are designed to split a signal or current from one connector into two separate connectors, providing a simple and economical solution for extending more devices or sensors in the field. The internal circuit of the connector is designed in parallel, allowing simultaneous operation or triggering of two devices. The connector is robust and reliable, with a protection rating of IP67 and an operating temperature range of -25~+85℃. Available in 3/4/5-pin configurations with plastic bodies Options include M12 Y-type branches and M12 T-type branches Customizable port (male/female) configurations Shielded and unshielded options Anti-vibration design Industrial Ethernet Connectors     Industrial Ethernet connectors are crucial components in industrial automation, supporting high-speed data transmission and meeting the needs of industrial automation systems for real-time and large data transmission. They have excellent anti-interference capabilities, enabling stable operation in complex electromagnetic environments without being affected by external interference. Available in 4/8-pin configurations Options include M12 pre-assembled and RJ45 straight or angled connectors Industrial protection rating: IP67 Anti-vibration design Shielded and unshielded options Available with Ethernet/IP, ProfiNet, and EtherCAT protocols

     The M12 connector is a metric circular connector designed for industrial automation and other harsh environments requiring compact, robust, and reliable power, signal, and data transmission performance. It is one of the most common connectors in the industrial market and is considered a backbone connector for IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) systems.      Kronz offers a wide range of connector solutions. The M12 connectors from Kronz are built with durable product design, featuring optimized technical characteristics during the comprehensive update of the product series. Installation and maintenance are simpler and more convenient, while maintaining high cost-effectiveness.      Kronz's M12 connectors comply with the IEC-61076-2-101 standard. They are highly versatile, offering various locking mechanisms and other options. According to the standard, these connectors are interchangeable and backward compatible with other M12 interfaces of the same coding. They can handle bandwidth requirements up to 10Gb/s and support Profinet, SPE, and field bus protocols.      Widely used in industrial automation, rail transit, marine, and new energy fields, the product range includes molded, assembled, and panel-mounted structures. Features of Kronz M12 Connectors: Pin Configurations: Available in 3 to 12-pin options. Terminal Types: PCB, solder, screw-lock, and crimp terminal types. Industrial Interface Coding: A, B, C, D, S, T, and X-coding types EMI/RFI Protection: Options for shielded and unshielded connectors and cable assemblies to protect against electromagnetic interference (EMI) or radio frequency interference (RFI). Connector Types: Includes molded, assembled, panel-mounted, adapters, branch connectors, terminators. Locking Mechanisms: Threaded locking, quick-lock, and quick-release locking types. Cable Jackets: Available in PVC and PUR. Cable Specifications: Profibus, DeviceNet, CAN-BUS (with OD up to 11mm) cables available, as well as customizable tail-end processing methods.

     With the continuous development of industrial automation technology, the application of distributed I/O in the field of industrial automation is becoming increasingly widespread. As an advanced control technology, distributed I/O can achieve distributed control and monitoring of devices, improve production efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and decrease failure rates.        In traditional industrial automation production, centralized control mode is often used for equipment control and monitoring. This mode has many drawbacks, such as complex equipment connections, slow data transmission speed, high failure rate, and poor scalability. However, distributed I/O uses distributed control methods to scientifically and reasonably distribute devices based on production processes, thereby achieving nearby control and monitoring of devices. This method of network cabling is very convenient and can be connected through the network, greatly reducing complex long-distance circuit wiring and effectively lowering the cost and difficulty of cabling. At the same time, it can be easily expanded to large-scale systems to meet complex industrial environments or continuously changing application requirements. Kronz KA series distributed I/O module features: 1. Supports multiple communication buses: EtherCAT, Profinet. 2.I/O modules can be divided into digital input/output modules, analog input/output modules, and functional modules. 3. It can be matched according to the actual needs on site. 4. Up to 32 sub modules can be expanded, excluding power modules. Case 1: Intelligent Warehouse System     Install sensors (such as photoelectric sensors) at various locations on the storage shelves, connect these sensors through distributed I/O modules, and place the distributed I/O modules in suitable positions near the shelves.The control signals and status feedback of equipment such as handling robots and stackers are also connected to the distributed I/O module.Real time collection of storage status of storage locations (whether there are goods) can be carried out, and the data can be quickly transmitted to the main controller (PLC, etc.) of the warehouse management system for inventory counting and location management.When robots and other devices are running, distributed IO modules can timely collect data on the operating status of the devices, such as motor current, speed, position, etc., to ensure safe and stable operation of the devices, and can promptly alarm in case of any faults. Case 2: Intelligent Pharmaceutical Workshop     Install distributed I/O modules next to key process points on the pharmaceutical production line, such as mixing equipment, drying equipment, packaging equipment, etc.Connect monitoring devices such as temperature sensors, humidity sensors, pressure sensors, as well as control valves, motors, and other execution devices.Real time monitoring of production environment and equipment operating parameters to ensure that the drug production process complies with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) requirements, such as adjusting the air conditioning system in a timely manner when temperature and humidity exceed the range.For some key ingredient processes, precise control of the opening and timing of the feeding valve is achieved through distributed I/O modules to ensure the accuracy of the ingredients.     Kronz distributed I/O modules, with their excellent product features, provide reliable and flexible solutions for various industrial automation scenarios. The key role of distributed I/O in the field of industrial automation cannot be underestimated. It has demonstrated enormous value in improving production efficiency, reducing energy consumption and failure rates, and meeting diverse practical application needs.

In the realm of network switches, switches are primarily categorized into unmanaged and managed types. What distinguishes unmanaged switches from managed switches? Simply put, managed switches offer more advanced functionalities compared to unmanaged ones. Unmanaged switches, often referred to as "dumb switches," have the same technical specifications and functional parameters as managed switches but lack management features. They require no initial configuration; just plug in the cables and they are ready to use. Differences Between Unmanaged and Managed Switches: 1.Management Mode The main difference between managed and unmanaged switches is their management capabilities. Unmanaged switches require no setup and come pre-configured from the factory, offering plug-and-play functionality. They lack advanced features like flow control and routing capabilities, and they typically include basic security measures such as port shutdown in the event of issues to ensure network safety. In contrast, managed switches can be configured and managed through serial ports, web interfaces, or network management software. They support advanced features and allow for extensive configuration via simple network protocols. Managed switches provide greater flexibility, enabling network administrators to monitor and control network performance and security more effectively. 2.Configuration Options Managed switches allow users to manage, configure, and create new LAN networks, monitor existing networks, and build flexible network topologies. They provide customizable port options based on varying needs and offer the ability to recover data in the event of a failure. In contrast, unmanaged switches have a fixed configuration that cannot be altered. 3.Performance Management Managed switches use priority channels to manage performance and employ simple network protocols to monitor the performance of connected devices. They support web-based visual interfaces for comprehensive, real-time performance analysis. On the other hand, unmanaged switches are plug-and-play and come with built-in Quality of Service (QoS) but do not offer performance management features. Features Comparison Feature Managed Switch Unmanaged Switch Control Provides flexibility for network admins Plug-and-play, often referred to as "dumb" Security Extensive security features Basic security features Configuration Advanced features, allows configuration and monitoring Fixed configuration Performance Monitoring Supports SNMP performance monitoring Built-in QoS Cost Generally more expensive More affordable Product Features: Utilizes high-quality optoelectronic integrated modules for excellent optical and electrical characteristics. Ensures reliable data transmission and long service life. Supports full-duplex or half-duplex modes with auto-negotiation capabilities. Ports support automatic crossover detection. Includes a store-and-forward mechanism and supports various protocols. Complies with industrial standards with an average fault-free operation time of over 300,000 hours. Provides reverse polarity protection for power supply. Surge protection (power supply): 5000A (8/20μs). Advantages of Deploying Unmanaged Switches: Cost-Effective: Ideal for environments with high PC density, offering a lower price to reduce expenses. Port Density: High port density suitable for applications requiring numerous ports. Ease of Use: Plug-and-play functionality with flexible, straightforward use.

In the current era of accelerated promotion of Industry 4.0 and intelligent manufacturing, RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) technology has become the core support for improving automation level and management accuracy in industrial scenarios due to its non-contact data collection, high stability, and strong environmental adaptability. The Kronz industrial RFID series products are built with high-frequency gateway modules, readers, and code carriers to provide a complete solution that directly addresses the pain points of the manufacturing industry in harsh environments, multi protocol compatibility, and full process traceability. They have been validated in industries such as new energy, automotive, pharmaceutical, and 3C electronics. Product characteristics 1.HF Gateway module a,Compact structure, high protection level, strong corrosion resistance, and can be used in harsh industrial environments. b,Supports multiple mainstream PLCs, provides mature PLC function blocks/routines, and supports industrial communication such as Modbus TCP, PROFINET, EtherCat, and Ethernet/IP. c,High stability and reliability. 2.HF read/write head a,Cylindrical (M18/M30) and square (Q50/Q80) specifications are available for selection, b,Multiple communication interface methods, including RS-485, RS-232, IO Link, TCP/IP, c,Fast read and write speeds help accelerate the pace of the factory, d,Strong corrosion resistance and can be used in harsh industrial environments. 3.Carrier Code Body a.Flexible adaptation to various shapes, b.IP68 waterproof and metal resistant material, c. High temperature resistance and metal resistance can be used in complex working conditions. Empirical analysis of multi industry application scenarios 1,Pharmaceutical industry: RFID readers are deployed on sorting lines to identify tray labels, achieve visual control of production lines, and improve production efficiency. 2,3C Electronics Industry: Fixture installation with corrosion-resistant carrier code body instead of QR code, 100000 write life reduces replacement costs, and accurately traces the entire product lifecycle. 3,New Energy Lithium Battery Industry: Empowering traceability, anti-counterfeiting, and lifespan prediction through battery tracking, intelligent pairing, and recycling management.   4,Automotive/home appliance/photovoltaic industry: covering parts tracking, vehicle assembly data management, and MES system integration for silicon wafer production, promoting full process automation and quality control upgrades. Industrial RFID technology is adopting a "recognition as management" model, from real-time collection of production line data to full cycle traceability of the supply chain. With high reliability and scene adaptability, the Kronz industrial RFID series products provide enterprises with one-stop support from hardware to solutions. If you need to learn more about product details or customize industry solutions, please feel free to consult us at any time. Let intelligent recognition technology empower your production line upgrade!

        In the current acceleration of intelligent manufacturing transformation, in traditional industrial automation production, equipment control and monitoring usually adopt centralized control methods. However, traditional centralized control faces pain points such as signal delay, complex wiring, and poor scalability, while the Kronz distributed I/O (two-stage) KB series systematically reconstructs the performance standards of industrial control with three core advantages. 1.High speed real-time response: using industrial Ethernet protocols such as Profinet, EtherCAT, Modbus TCP, Ethernet/IP, CC-LINK IE, etc., data transmission far exceeds the response speed of traditional buses. 2. Modular expansion: ultra-thin design, saving installation space; Two section design, no need to rewire when replacing modules, with spring type pluggable terminals for easy maintenance. Digital, analog, temperature, high-speed counting, communication and other functional modules can be flexibly configured as needed. A single coupler can expand up to 32 modules to meet different needs. 3. Distributed nearby deployment: Distribute control nodes to the device site, shorten signal transmission distance, combine anti-interference design, improve data stability, and reduce failure rate. Distributed I/O application in the new energy industry: Intelligent manufacturing of lithium batteries Polar coating process: Real time acquisition of scraper pressure and slurry flow signals through a 16 bit analog module, combined with EtherCAT synchronous control, achieves precision control of coating thickness and rapidly improves yield. PACK line integration: Distributed deployment of DI/DO modules to collect photoelectric switch and cylinder positioning signals, control welding robot fixture movements, achieve millisecond level response with 300+I/O points on a single production line, replacing traditional centralized solutions and reducing wiring costs. Photovoltaic module manufacturing Component laminating process: The temperature module monitors the signals of each temperature zone of the laminating machine in real time, feeds back to the PLC through the bus, dynamically adjusts the heating and pressure, and improves the product qualification rate. Kronz's ‌Two-Stage Plug-in I/O system is based on the core concept of "high speed, precision, and flexibility", providing solutions from the equipment layer to the system layer for the new energy industry. To accelerate the evolution of industrial automation towards "smarter, more efficient, and greener" direction, choosing this technology is to choose the competitiveness of intelligent manufacturing in the next decade.

    In the power battery industry, the manufacturing process has always had high requirements for intelligence, and Kronz products can excellently solve many difficult problems in this process. 1. Problems encountered by customers     This project adopts a single machine equipment for liquid injection. Previously, the customer pasted a QR code on the fixture (tray for battery installation). However, the stability of QR codes in production environments is poor and is influenced by many factors. For example, stains or other objects generated during the production process can easily block QR codes, and natural wear and corrosion are also common, which can lead to data being unrecognizable and have a serious negative impact on production efficiency. 2.RFID technology solves customers' pain points     When solving problems for customers, technicians initially recommended RFID systems to them. The customer initially specified the use of a well-known European brand, but due to the inability of the brand's delivery time to meet their needs, the technical staff recommended the customer to replace it with KRONZ products. After adopting Kronz's RFID system, the problem of product interference in harsh production environments has been successfully solved, and the problem of delivery time has also been resolved. On site, Omron PCL, EtherCAT bus protocol, RS485 serial communication are used, and the read/write header carrier needs to have anti electrolyte corrosion performance. Kronz products fully meet the above conditions. 3. Advantages of RFID technology compared to barcodes (1). The data is invisible, and read and write operations can penetrate non-metallic materials such as wood and plastic. This feature allows data reading to be unrestricted by material obstruction, improving the convenience and accuracy of reading. (2). Able to adapt to harsh environments (such as dust, paint, etc.) and work stably in complex production scenarios, ensuring normal data reading and writing. (3). Fast data reading speed, supporting dynamic read and write speeds of 10m/s, can quickly obtain data in high-speed production processes, helping to improve production efficiency. (4). Reusable, with a long lifespan, supporting 10 billion write operations and unlimited read operations, greatly reducing usage costs. (5). The data storage capacity is large, with a maximum capacity of 8192 bytes, which can meet the data storage needs of different production scenarios. 4.Overview of Application Products On site installation pictures 5.Customer feedback     After a period of operation, Kronz's products have been highly recognized by customers. It not only solves the problem of delivery time, but also has a price advantage, achieving the goal of cost reduction and efficiency improvement, allowing customers to invest more time and cost into the production process. What is an RFlD used for? Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is an abbreviation for Radio Frequency Identification. The principle is non-contact data communication between the reader and the tag to achieve the goal of identifying the target. The application fields of RFID technology are very extensive, covering many industries such as warehousing and logistics, library management, asset management, commodity inventory, electronic fences, animal management, automobiles, new energy, tobacco, etc. Kronz will also continue to strive to provide customers with higher quality products and services.

Application Cases of Lithium Energy Storage Industry     The client is a company specializing in the research and development, production, and sales of battery energy storage components and equipment such as lithium batteries, hydrogen fuel cells, and solid-state batteries. In order to improve production efficiency and quality, they chose Kronz as their partner and used Kronz products to enhance their production line. Kronz provides efficient automation solutions for customers' battery wafer, chip, testing, and assembly equipment series. 1. Infrared temperature sensor solves the problem of high temperature monitoring In the application of the module line, the infrared temperature sensor KTP-M18H-150 from Kronz is used, effectively solving the problem of customers monitoring high temperatures online. Our infrared thermometer is integrated and all components are housed in a stainless steel casing. It also comes with blue, red, and green indicator lights to display the working status in real-time. In addition, we also offer various options such as mounting brackets, adjustable mounting brackets, blowing protective covers, etc. to meet the needs of different working conditions. 2.KZ series bus module solves the problem of long delivery time and high price The module line extensively utilizes the Kronz KZ series bus modules, including digital input and output, analog input and output, helping enterprises solve Siemens' problems of long lead times and high prices. The Kronz KZ series bus module is perfectly compatible with Siemens PLC, providing customers with a more convenient and economical solution. 3. Switch solves communication problems The module line is widely used in the Kronz 100Mbps switch because Siemens PLC has special requirements for the communication mechanism of the switch. If a regular 100Mbps unmanaged switch is used, occasional network disconnection may occur when the data volume increases to a certain extent. By applying the Kronz multicast filtering switch, this problem has been effectively solved, ensuring the stability and reliability of communication. Customers are satisfied with the diversity of our products and have adopted multiple series of products. Kronez will continue to strive and innovate to provide customers with more high-quality products and solutions, and grow together with customers.

Kronz supports the beverage equipment industry by providing enterprises with professional software and hardware solutions ranging from digital factories and top-level planning consulting to industry-specific solutions. 1 Customer Introduction Kronz's customers are the leaders in the beverage equipment industry, with many remarkable end users worldwide, including beverage giants such as Coca Cola, Pepsi, Nestle, Danone, CR Yibao, and Nongfu Spring. Our main products include large equipment such as blow molding machines, canning machines, packaging machines, labeling machines, palletizing machines, etc. 2. Resolve customer issues The customer is using KRONZ's remote module on the bottle blowing machine to connect to Siemens PLC. KRONZ brand modules have stable communication performance and strong anti-interference ability, and can also work stably for a long time in strong interference situations such as bottle blowing machines with slip rings. The KRONZ module has solid workmanship and complete module functions, meeting various on-site needs. The customer originally used Siemens remote modules, but due to the unstable delivery time and multiple price increases of Siemens modules, it has had a significant impact on the delivery of the customer's equipment. After using the KRONZ module, the customer achieved cost reduction and improved production efficiency. 3. Advantages of Kronz products With years of accumulated rich experience and strong capabilities, Kronz has the ability to quickly provide customers with high-quality and reliable products. Meanwhile, fast delivery is one of our biggest advantages. All product production processes, from new product development to manufacturing and after-sales service, are completed by professionals from Kronz in the company's professional premises. This ensures that we have complete control over all manufacturing processes and are able to flexibly and quickly meet customer needs. We strictly adhere to the principles of lean production. All products manufactured in our factory undergo consistent strict quality control and undergo repeated inspections at all stages. 4. Customer satisfaction The advantages of KRONZ brand modules have been recognized and acknowledged by customers, becoming an important tool for reducing costs and increasing efficiency in the beverage equipment industry. KRONZ brand will continue to explore and innovate, providing customers with more stable and high-quality products and services.