Industrial Networks
Product Exclusive: Wireless gateway
B&B Electronics Zlinx Wireless Gateway provides an alternative to expensive field calls or manual monitoring processes. This is a May 2011 Control Engineering Product Exclusive. » more
Interface function block adds efficiency
Wago’s J1939 interface function block increases large engine efficiency by tracking, and reacting to, engine performance parameters via Wago-I/O-System. » more
IP67-managed Ethernet switches, rugged, redundant in tough environments
Ethernet switches from Advantech Corporation allow for certified and redundant connections in Ethernet networks. EKI-6558TI and EKI-6559TMI managed switches are built to withstand harsh environmental... » more
Inside Machines: How to Select a Motion Control Network
Maximize reliability, speed, and ease of operation and maintenance by by selecting an appropriate motion control network. » more
Automation company sells one millionth I/O module
Advantech sold their one millionth ADAM Remote I/O module to B+B Electronics Manufacturing Company Inc. » more
Wireless Application: Western refining cuts wiring costs, improves performance
After a site survey, a wireless system is being integrated with existing power and network infrastructure. Up to 90% of the installed cost of conventional measurement technology can be for cable,... » more
Wireless application: Toyota plant monitors detention ponds wirelessly
Wireless monitoring of detention pond levels helps Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky comply with requirements of the Water Quality Act of 1987. » more
Application-oriented range of current transformers provide safety, flexibility
Carlo Gavazzi's CTD Series is a range of solid core current transformers are connectable with various wiring terminals and can be installed on DIN-rail or directly to the back panel. » more
ABB invests in technology for data center energy efficiency
Major stake in Validus DC Systems provides innovative electrical distribution technology that lowers total facility costs by up to 30% » more
40 Under 40: Nominate for 2011, link to winners, Control Engineering class of 2010
Control Engineering leaders under 40 years of age will be highlighted in the October 2011 monthly issue and online; 40 Under 40 identifies and recognizes young engineers who have made significant... » more
WLAN access points approved for use in explosive zones
Belden's Hirshmann WLAN Access Points and Clients are certified for use in potentially explosive environments such as those found in the oil, gas or mining industries. » more
Multi-wire connectors protect against dirt, stress in industrial environments
AutomationDirect's ZIPport product line has been expanded to include heavy duty multi-wire connectors to protect against dirt, moisture and mechanical stress. » more
ODVA industrial network organization announces leaders for 2011-2012
ODVA board of directors includes leaders from automation companies: Bosch Rexroth, Cisco Systems, Rockwell Automation, Omron, Schneider Electric and Weidmüller. ODVA supports DeviceNet, EtherNet/IP,... » more
UPS product line gets UL listing
Falcon Electric's 220 Vac SSG Series UPS product line is ideal for harsh industrial, military and IT power environments and has obtained Underwriters Laboratory listing. » more
Industrial core switches added to line of Ethernet infrastructure products
Moxa's ICS series joins a suite of switches and the MXview industrial network management software, creating industrial Ethernet platforms with high scalability, performance, reliability, and ease of... » more
Wireless networks connecting with industrial users
World shipments of industrial products that are wireless-enabled are reportedly set to grow from an estimated 1.2 million to over 3 million in 2015. » more
Field wireable connectors safely extend Ethernet cables
Turck's CAT6 RJ45 field wireable connectors provide a secure way to extend an Ethernet cable in the field. » more
AS-interface gateways provide seamless communication with standard, safety networks
Pepperl+Fuchs' ENX Series AS-Interface Gateways supports Modbus/TCP and Ethernet/IP protocols with advanced features for enhanced network performance and diagnostics retrieval. » more
Wireless Ethernet radio transmits data from high interference remote locations
Phoenix Contact's TWE-Basic is a Trusted Wireless Ethernet radio that transmits Ethernet data from remote locations with high interference. » more
Adapter creates tool-free interface to IO modules
Wago Corporation's Interface Adapter provides a tool-free interface and captures analog/digital signals for eight combined modules - ideal for machines requiring large amounts of input/output signals. » more
Top Control Engineering articles, April 2011
Most visited articles at www.controleng.com during April 2011 included features about award-winning products, Stuxnet, controller selection, wireless, Kaizen, and PID simulation, among other articles. » more
Quick release mechanism protects against vibration shakeout
Speed Connect from Siemens Industry Inc. protects against vibration shakeout on its Motion-Connect line of power and signal cables. » more
Product Exclusive: Wireless gatewayB&B Electronics Zlinx Wireless Gateway provides an alternative to expensive field calls or manual monitoring processes. This is a May 2011 Control Engineering Product Exclusive. » more
Interface function block adds efficiencyWago’s J1939 interface function block increases large engine efficiency by tracking, and reacting to, engine performance parameters via Wago-I/O-System. » more
IP67-managed Ethernet switches, rugged, redundant in tough environmentsEthernet switches from Advantech Corporation allow for certified and redundant connections in Ethernet networks. EKI-6558TI and EKI-6559TMI managed switches are built to withstand harsh environmental... » more
Inside Machines: How to Select a Motion Control NetworkMaximize reliability, speed, and ease of operation and maintenance by by selecting an appropriate motion control network. » more
Automation company sells one millionth I/O moduleAdvantech sold their one millionth ADAM Remote I/O module to B+B Electronics Manufacturing Company Inc. » more
Extender kits for ABB industrial control networks
Symphony Harmony Users can Now Cost Effectively Upgrade and Extend the Reach of their Control Systems » more
Symphony Harmony Users can Now Cost Effectively Upgrade and Extend the Reach of their Control Systems » more
Wireless Application: Western refining cuts wiring costs, improves performanceAfter a site survey, a wireless system is being integrated with existing power and network infrastructure. Up to 90% of the installed cost of conventional measurement technology can be for cable,... » more
Wireless application: Toyota plant monitors detention ponds wirelesslyWireless monitoring of detention pond levels helps Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky comply with requirements of the Water Quality Act of 1987. » more
Application-oriented range of current transformers provide safety, flexibilityCarlo Gavazzi's CTD Series is a range of solid core current transformers are connectable with various wiring terminals and can be installed on DIN-rail or directly to the back panel. » more
ABB invests in technology for data center energy efficiency Major stake in Validus DC Systems provides innovative electrical distribution technology that lowers total facility costs by up to 30% » more
40 Under 40: Nominate for 2011, link to winners, Control Engineering class of 2010Control Engineering leaders under 40 years of age will be highlighted in the October 2011 monthly issue and online; 40 Under 40 identifies and recognizes young engineers who have made significant... » more
WLAN access points approved for use in explosive zonesBelden's Hirshmann WLAN Access Points and Clients are certified for use in potentially explosive environments such as those found in the oil, gas or mining industries. » more
Multi-wire connectors protect against dirt, stress in industrial environmentsAutomationDirect's ZIPport product line has been expanded to include heavy duty multi-wire connectors to protect against dirt, moisture and mechanical stress. » more
ODVA industrial network organization announces leaders for 2011-2012ODVA board of directors includes leaders from automation companies: Bosch Rexroth, Cisco Systems, Rockwell Automation, Omron, Schneider Electric and Weidmüller. ODVA supports DeviceNet, EtherNet/IP,... » more
UPS product line gets UL listingFalcon Electric's 220 Vac SSG Series UPS product line is ideal for harsh industrial, military and IT power environments and has obtained Underwriters Laboratory listing. » more
Industrial core switches added to line of Ethernet infrastructure productsMoxa's ICS series joins a suite of switches and the MXview industrial network management software, creating industrial Ethernet platforms with high scalability, performance, reliability, and ease of... » more
Wireless networks connecting with industrial usersWorld shipments of industrial products that are wireless-enabled are reportedly set to grow from an estimated 1.2 million to over 3 million in 2015. » more
Field wireable connectors safely extend Ethernet cablesTurck's CAT6 RJ45 field wireable connectors provide a secure way to extend an Ethernet cable in the field. » more
AS-interface gateways provide seamless communication with standard, safety networksPepperl+Fuchs' ENX Series AS-Interface Gateways supports Modbus/TCP and Ethernet/IP protocols with advanced features for enhanced network performance and diagnostics retrieval. » more
Wireless Ethernet radio transmits data from high interference remote locationsPhoenix Contact's TWE-Basic is a Trusted Wireless Ethernet radio that transmits Ethernet data from remote locations with high interference. » more
Adapter creates tool-free interface to IO modulesWago Corporation's Interface Adapter provides a tool-free interface and captures analog/digital signals for eight combined modules - ideal for machines requiring large amounts of input/output signals. » more
Communication technology provides simple, secure wireless communication
WirelessHART from the HART Communication Foundation has earned international standard status. » more
WirelessHART from the HART Communication Foundation has earned international standard status. » more
Top Control Engineering articles, April 2011Most visited articles at www.controleng.com during April 2011 included features about award-winning products, Stuxnet, controller selection, wireless, Kaizen, and PID simulation, among other articles. » more
Quick release mechanism protects against vibration shakeoutSpeed Connect from Siemens Industry Inc. protects against vibration shakeout on its Motion-Connect line of power and signal cables. » more
EnOcean Alliance announces TCP/IP for sensors and controls
TCP/IP interoperability allows flexibility for energy harvesting sensors and control systems. » more
TCP/IP interoperability allows flexibility for energy harvesting sensors and control systems. » more
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