PLCs and PACs
Integrated PLC, robotic controller eliminates need for 2nd PLC
ABB’s PLC mounted inside controller cabinet door offers cost, space savings, ease of use, powerful performance for robotic production cells. » more
Modular cabinets for corrosion resistant applications
A line of non-metallic modular cabinets from Midwest Plastic Fabricators has been designed for corrosion resistant applications and to include wall or floor mount features. » more
IEC 61131-3, CoDeSys standardize control logic programming
Ease control programming across multiple controller platforms using IEC 61131-3 CoDeSys programming software. IEC 61131-3 standard programming drives efficiencies through reduced development and... » more
DIN-rail PCs feature CPUs, automatic data flow control
Two DIN-rail PCs from Advantech Corporation feature AMD Geode LX 800, 500-MHz processors and are equipped with a VGA port, 1 x RS-232 and 2 x RS-232/422/485 ports with automatic data flow control,... » more
Vehicle controller delivers big performance in tight spaces, tough conditions
Kollmorgen produces CVC600 Vehicle Controller that offers robust operation in a compact size, which enables lift truck manufacturers to gain space on automated lift trucks and AGVs, without... » more
Motion controller can rejuvenate your machine
Add productivity to your hydraulic machine with a new motion controller. Adding an electro-hydraulic motion controller can increase machine productivity. PLCs typically do not have instruction sets... » more
Networked safety in three steps
Networked safety is increasing, where programmable controllers replace relays, doing for functional safety what the PLC did for machine control. Most machine owners no longer view safety as a burden... » more
Control unit allows flexibility of parameter selection for inputs, outputs
The new “eloFlex” system from elobau has been designed for the flexibility of parameter selection for logic control of sensor inputs and relay outputs. The user can choose between... » more
Serial synchronous interface module for motion control, position sensing applications
Opto 22 Snap-SCM-SSI serial module offers a communications interface between digital encoders and Snap PAC System I/P processors or programmable automation controllers; designed for use in motion... » more
PLC with built-in HMI operator panel
The Vision1040 from Unitronics is a PLC with a built-in HMI Operator Panel with nine programmable function keys. » more
Inside Machines: Wireless Ethernet, PLCs add productivity to Blue Bell Creameries
Upgrade with Siemens Scalance WLAN and Simatic PLCs adds productivity and eases training on aging automated storage and retrieval system for Blue Bell Creameries, a Texas-based ice cream maker. » more
Video: Bosch Rexroth integrates machine, motion control
Integrating machine and motion control saves time and money in machine design, according to Dan Throne, Bosch Rexroth industry sector manager for food packaging and printing industries. See a 2:33... » more
Cover story: Integrating Disparate Control Systems
Advancements in open systems and network technologies are showing vendors and manufacturers alike that ‘playing nice on the same wire’ can build bridges among once-isolated islands of automation and... » more
Micro brick PLCs add standard CPU units, 4 I/O combinations
The line of Click micro brick PLCs now includes standard CPU units featuring discrete inputs and outputs, available in four combinations of built-in I/O types. » more
FPGA kit enables quick evaluation with flexible I/O
Kontron COM Express starter kit features Altera Cyclone IV GX FPGA and two HSMC boards. » more
Motion controller with IEC 61131-3 functionality
Yaskawa motion controller extends advanced control, monitoring and communications functionality to 1 and 1.5 axis applications. » more
Application Update: A/C controls handle the heat of a growing shop floor
YH America Inc. cuts HVAC energy consumption using A/C control system, while adding 600 hp of growth, for energy savings and feedback expected to help machine maintenance. » more
Integrated PLC, robotic controller eliminates need for 2nd PLCABB’s PLC mounted inside controller cabinet door offers cost, space savings, ease of use, powerful performance for robotic production cells. » more
Modular cabinets for corrosion resistant applicationsA line of non-metallic modular cabinets from Midwest Plastic Fabricators has been designed for corrosion resistant applications and to include wall or floor mount features. » more
PC enclosures for food process applications, NEMA 4X
A line of thermoplastic custom PC enclosures from Midwest Plastic Fabricators are intended to replace heavy traditional materials with their light-weight design and absence of draft angles. They have... » more
A line of thermoplastic custom PC enclosures from Midwest Plastic Fabricators are intended to replace heavy traditional materials with their light-weight design and absence of draft angles. They have... » more
Advanced machine tool automation projects get $1.6 million in R&D from Poland
Real-time monitoring for mechatronics, computer numerical controls, and machine tools projects received a $1.6 million R&D funding boost from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education in Poland... » more
Real-time monitoring for mechatronics, computer numerical controls, and machine tools projects received a $1.6 million R&D funding boost from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education in Poland... » more
IEC 61131-3, CoDeSys standardize control logic programmingEase control programming across multiple controller platforms using IEC 61131-3 CoDeSys programming software. IEC 61131-3 standard programming drives efficiencies through reduced development and... » more
DIN-rail PCs feature CPUs, automatic data flow controlTwo DIN-rail PCs from Advantech Corporation feature AMD Geode LX 800, 500-MHz processors and are equipped with a VGA port, 1 x RS-232 and 2 x RS-232/422/485 ports with automatic data flow control,... » more
Vehicle controller delivers big performance in tight spaces, tough conditionsKollmorgen produces CVC600 Vehicle Controller that offers robust operation in a compact size, which enables lift truck manufacturers to gain space on automated lift trucks and AGVs, without... » more
Motion controller can rejuvenate your machineAdd productivity to your hydraulic machine with a new motion controller. Adding an electro-hydraulic motion controller can increase machine productivity. PLCs typically do not have instruction sets... » more
Networked safety in three stepsNetworked safety is increasing, where programmable controllers replace relays, doing for functional safety what the PLC did for machine control. Most machine owners no longer view safety as a burden... » more
Control unit allows flexibility of parameter selection for inputs, outputsThe new “eloFlex” system from elobau has been designed for the flexibility of parameter selection for logic control of sensor inputs and relay outputs. The user can choose between... » more
Serial synchronous interface module for motion control, position sensing applicationsOpto 22 Snap-SCM-SSI serial module offers a communications interface between digital encoders and Snap PAC System I/P processors or programmable automation controllers; designed for use in motion... » more
PLC with built-in HMI operator panelThe Vision1040 from Unitronics is a PLC with a built-in HMI Operator Panel with nine programmable function keys. » more
Inside Machines: Wireless Ethernet, PLCs add productivity to Blue Bell CreameriesUpgrade with Siemens Scalance WLAN and Simatic PLCs adds productivity and eases training on aging automated storage and retrieval system for Blue Bell Creameries, a Texas-based ice cream maker. » more
Video: Bosch Rexroth integrates machine, motion controlIntegrating machine and motion control saves time and money in machine design, according to Dan Throne, Bosch Rexroth industry sector manager for food packaging and printing industries. See a 2:33... » more
Cover story: Integrating Disparate Control SystemsAdvancements in open systems and network technologies are showing vendors and manufacturers alike that ‘playing nice on the same wire’ can build bridges among once-isolated islands of automation and... » more
Top Control Engineering articles, November 2010
Most visited articles at www.controleng.com during November 2010 included new motor technology, the Engineers’ Choice Award nomination and voting page, patent help, acquisition news, and Leaders... » more
Most visited articles at www.controleng.com during November 2010 included new motor technology, the Engineers’ Choice Award nomination and voting page, patent help, acquisition news, and Leaders... » more
Micro brick PLCs add standard CPU units, 4 I/O combinationsThe line of Click micro brick PLCs now includes standard CPU units featuring discrete inputs and outputs, available in four combinations of built-in I/O types. » more
FPGA kit enables quick evaluation with flexible I/OKontron COM Express starter kit features Altera Cyclone IV GX FPGA and two HSMC boards. » more
Motion controller with IEC 61131-3 functionalityYaskawa motion controller extends advanced control, monitoring and communications functionality to 1 and 1.5 axis applications. » more
Application Update: A/C controls handle the heat of a growing shop floorYH America Inc. cuts HVAC energy consumption using A/C control system, while adding 600 hp of growth, for energy savings and feedback expected to help machine maintenance. » more
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