Industrial Networks
New controller supports Visual Studio .Net programming
Advantech launches a RISC-based controller designed for easy user program development. » more
Embedded PC series features multi-core processors and extended temperature range
Beckhoff Automation announces new CX2000 embedded PC Series, aims at replacing larger cabinet models. » more
Self-contained wireless photoelectric sensor
Banner Engineering SureCross Q45 is the world’s first self-contained, wireless standard photoelectric sensor designed for control and monitoring applications, the company said. » more
PLC Ethernet adapter serves as micro PLC alternative
The FX3U-ENET-ADP by Mitsubishi Electric designed to be an alternative to micro PLCs to connect PLCs and HMIs. It also uses GX Works to create a direct connection and synchronizes a PLC's internal... » more
Distributed safety IO modules without controller
SafetyBridge technology from Phoenix Contact allows a user to distribute I/O modules in a network without a safety controller. » more
Technologies inside: Gigabit Ethernet, PLC, servos, drives for new packaging machine
Newly designed VC999 thermoformer packaging machine uses a Gigabit Ethernet bus network, CC-Link and Mitsubishi L Series PLC, servo motors and drives, and I/O modules. » more
Data acquisition, control system captures analog, digital, serial input
The Ethernet Data Acquisition System (EDAS CE) by Intelligent Instrumentation captures analog, digital, and/or serial inputs. It also provides real-time control and storage during network downtimes. » more
8-port gigabit industrial switches
The LNX-802AG multi- and single-mode industrial switches by Aaxeon have a wide-ranging power design and are enclosed in an IP30 aluminum case for harsh environments. » more
Network interface modules can add or change protocols
netJack by Hilscher is designed to add or change fieldbus and Industrial Ethernet protocols in automation devices. » more
Leaders Under 40: Deadline extended to Aug. 15
Nominate today! Control Engineering leaders under 40 years of age will be highlighted in the October 2012 monthly issue and online; the Leaders Under 40 program identifies and recognizes young... » more
Wireless gateway equipped with native EtherNet/IP output
Emerson’s Smart Wireless gateway reduces the time and cost to establish a wireless field network with an EtherNet/IP PLC. » more
Isolated analog signal conditioner
The 8B43 analog signal conditioner by Dataforth includes 10 modules and has a special input circuit that provides protections against accidental connection of power-line voltages up to 240 V AC. » more
Technologies used at Saugatuck Brewing industrial Ethernet upgrade
Saugatuck Brewing expanded beer output by fourfold in two years, with help of EtherCAT industrial Ethernet and Beckhoff Automation PC-based controls. » more
Analog device server
Lantronix's xSenso analog device server enables sensors with analog outputs to transparently send real-time to any node on the network or over the Internet. » more
Industrial data cables
Low-capacitance data cables by AutomationDirect are designed for RS-232/422 and RS-485 communication in industrial environments. » more
Stepper drive for motion controller
DMC-30016 1-axis motion controller by Galil Motion Control has been packaged with a 1.4A/phase stepper drive in a single package. » more
Signal conditioning modules, more than 250, for data acquisition, control
The 5B signal conditioning modules by Dataforth include 19 family groups and 250 modules. They are designed for industrial plant environments and are fully encapsulated. » more
Panelboard certified as touch-safe
The ProLine Panelboard by ABB has been rated touch-safe per IP20 standards. The rating assures that an operator is isolated from hazardous or dangerous materials during operations and maintenance. » more
Free online tool aids wireless instrumentation network planning
The Smart Wireless planning tool from Emerson helps users design a customized WirelessHART network. » more
CNC software tools for job shops
IMTS 2012: The Sinumerik 828D Basix T (turning) and Basic M (milling) by Siemens are designed to enhance job shop performance. » more
Small controllers have expandable memory, Modbus TCP
Phoenix Contact ILC 1x1 compact controllers make advanced control options available to small- and medium-sized systems, including support for Modbus TCP protocol. » more
Design tool for fieldbus segments updated
Fieldbus Foundation releases new version of DesignMate to simplify planning, validation, and documentation of H1 segments. » more
Fieldbus Foundation releases new version of DesignMate to simplify planning, validation, and documentation of H1 segments. » more
New controller supports Visual Studio .Net programmingAdvantech launches a RISC-based controller designed for easy user program development. » more
Embedded PC series features multi-core processors and extended temperature rangeBeckhoff Automation announces new CX2000 embedded PC Series, aims at replacing larger cabinet models. » more
Self-contained wireless photoelectric sensorBanner Engineering SureCross Q45 is the world’s first self-contained, wireless standard photoelectric sensor designed for control and monitoring applications, the company said. » more
Multiprotocol technology for industrial Ethernet
The Industrial Ethernet Multiprotocol technology by Turck can be applied for anything that uses a host system with Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, or Profinet. » more
The Industrial Ethernet Multiprotocol technology by Turck can be applied for anything that uses a host system with Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, or Profinet. » more
PLC Ethernet adapter serves as micro PLC alternativeThe FX3U-ENET-ADP by Mitsubishi Electric designed to be an alternative to micro PLCs to connect PLCs and HMIs. It also uses GX Works to create a direct connection and synchronizes a PLC's internal... » more
Distributed safety IO modules without controllerSafetyBridge technology from Phoenix Contact allows a user to distribute I/O modules in a network without a safety controller. » more
Technologies inside: Gigabit Ethernet, PLC, servos, drives for new packaging machineNewly designed VC999 thermoformer packaging machine uses a Gigabit Ethernet bus network, CC-Link and Mitsubishi L Series PLC, servo motors and drives, and I/O modules. » more
Data acquisition, control system captures analog, digital, serial inputThe Ethernet Data Acquisition System (EDAS CE) by Intelligent Instrumentation captures analog, digital, and/or serial inputs. It also provides real-time control and storage during network downtimes. » more
8-port gigabit industrial switchesThe LNX-802AG multi- and single-mode industrial switches by Aaxeon have a wide-ranging power design and are enclosed in an IP30 aluminum case for harsh environments. » more
Network interface modules can add or change protocolsnetJack by Hilscher is designed to add or change fieldbus and Industrial Ethernet protocols in automation devices. » more
Leaders Under 40: Deadline extended to Aug. 15Nominate today! Control Engineering leaders under 40 years of age will be highlighted in the October 2012 monthly issue and online; the Leaders Under 40 program identifies and recognizes young... » more
Wireless gateway equipped with native EtherNet/IP outputEmerson’s Smart Wireless gateway reduces the time and cost to establish a wireless field network with an EtherNet/IP PLC. » more
Isolated analog signal conditionerThe 8B43 analog signal conditioner by Dataforth includes 10 modules and has a special input circuit that provides protections against accidental connection of power-line voltages up to 240 V AC. » more
Technologies used at Saugatuck Brewing industrial Ethernet upgrade Saugatuck Brewing expanded beer output by fourfold in two years, with help of EtherCAT industrial Ethernet and Beckhoff Automation PC-based controls. » more
Analog device serverLantronix's xSenso analog device server enables sensors with analog outputs to transparently send real-time to any node on the network or over the Internet. » more
Industrial data cablesLow-capacitance data cables by AutomationDirect are designed for RS-232/422 and RS-485 communication in industrial environments. » more
Stepper drive for motion controllerDMC-30016 1-axis motion controller by Galil Motion Control has been packaged with a 1.4A/phase stepper drive in a single package. » more
Signal conditioning modules, more than 250, for data acquisition, controlThe 5B signal conditioning modules by Dataforth include 19 family groups and 250 modules. They are designed for industrial plant environments and are fully encapsulated. » more
Panelboard certified as touch-safeThe ProLine Panelboard by ABB has been rated touch-safe per IP20 standards. The rating assures that an operator is isolated from hazardous or dangerous materials during operations and maintenance. » more
Free online tool aids wireless instrumentation network planningThe Smart Wireless planning tool from Emerson helps users design a customized WirelessHART network. » more
CNC software tools for job shopsIMTS 2012: The Sinumerik 828D Basix T (turning) and Basic M (milling) by Siemens are designed to enhance job shop performance. » more
Profinet modules added to automation product range
The LioN-M IO Profinet module by Belden has been added to the Lumberg Automation product range. The modules support real time (RT) and isochronous real time (IRT) standards. » more
The LioN-M IO Profinet module by Belden has been added to the Lumberg Automation product range. The modules support real time (RT) and isochronous real time (IRT) standards. » more
Small controllers have expandable memory, Modbus TCPPhoenix Contact ILC 1x1 compact controllers make advanced control options available to small- and medium-sized systems, including support for Modbus TCP protocol. » more
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