PLCs and PACs
PLC Family tackles wide array of machine applications
Rexroth’s new family of IndraLogic XLC PLC controllers combines all planning, configuration, programming and diagnostic functions in one single engineering environment. IndraLogic XLC can be... » more
Product Exclusive: Panel wiring system saves time, space
Eaton transforms panel wiring, lowering total cost of ownership, improving system reliability for original equipment manufacturers. This is a March 2011 Control Engineering Product Exclusive. » more
High-density Ethernet IP communication coupler features ODVA authorization
APAX-5072, a high-density Ethernet IP communication coupler from Advantech Corporation, links with any Ethernet IP master to easily build a reliable Ethernet IP remote I/O solution. » more
Digital temperature controller offers broad working range
New controller from Selco Products handles over 2,000 °F with easy configuration and installation. » more
Rapid design, prototyping of PID controllers
Computer models can simulate processes, allowing you to design and refine PID controller action before it is implemented and deployed. » more
Top Control Engineering articles, February 2011
Most visited Control Engineering articles during February 2011 included “world’s fastest” PLC, advanced control at a steel mill, 2011 Engineers’ Choice Awards, help with engineering contracts,... » more
Embedded PLCs with Ethernet
New FMD series PLCs from Triangle Research offers low-cost processing with high connectivity. » more
PLC performs high-speed sequencing, interlocking operations, extends larger control platforms
Honeywell's Master Logic programmable logic controllers bring power and robustness to very high-speed logic, interlock and sequencing applications. » more
2011 Engineers’ Choice Awards - Spotlight on Innovation
Cover story: Best automation, control, and instrumentation products in 30 categories. » more
Product Exclusive: Ethernet 2.0 controller; SD card adds 8 GB
Get up to 1000 instructions in 235μ for industrial Ethernet applications in the Wago Corp. 750-880 Ethernet 2.0 Programmable Fieldbus Controller, with 1 MB data memory and an SD port allowing up to 8... » more
Family of 32-bit microcontrollers lower power consumption
A six-member family of 32-bit PIC32MX5/6/7 microcontrollers from Microchip Technology Inc. intends to provide the same integrated Ethernet, CAN, USB and serial connectivity peripherals with new... » more
Which Industry will Fuel the Chinese Motion Controls Market?
IMS Research report sees high demand for motion control products used in end-equipments, machinery in Chinese GMC market » more
Robots speak simpler programming languages
Robotics programmers can now use PAC platforms and languages they already know when deploying robots in material-handling applications. » more
Ethernet integration: Decentralized control gives GM manufacturing flexibility
A decentralized control network at a General Motors' powertrain plant supports overall workflow with extremely flexible assembly line configuration options. PLCs, CNCs, HMIs, RFID system and... » more
Machine control on the water via iPad
Ethernet UDP communications and marine certified PLCs provide state-of-the-yacht control. » more
World’s fastest PLC based on CPU scanning speed?
Yokogawa FA-M3V is a high-performance PLC with the world’s fastest CPU scanning speed, capable of scanning a 100,000-step program in one millisecond, according to Yokogawa Electric Corp., in a Feb. 7... » more
Industrial server board equipped with intelligent security features
The PICMG 1.3 System Host Board Kontron PCI-761 features the Intel Q57 Express chipset for real-time and image processing applications as well as intelligent security features and I/O-technology. » more
Cover Story: Balancing PLCs, PACs, IPCs
Do you need a PLC, PAC, or IPC for your next control application? Will programmable logic controllers (PLCs) evolve into programmable automation controllers (PACs) or industrial PCs (IPCs)? Whatever... » more
PVC cabinets with lift-off door for pole, pad mount
A line of non-metallic cabinets from Midwest Plastic Fabricators have been designed to support the unrestricted use of Automated Meter Reading technologies to provide protection for the metering and... » more
PLCS, PACs, IPCs – Does it matter?
Get the right functionality and most-advantageous programming software for your next controller application, no matter what the technology. Here’s a sampling of controllers for your next set of... » more
Top 20 Control Engineering articles of 2010 at www.controleng.com
Link to the most-read Control Engineering articles of 2010 at www.controleng.com. Energy-efficient motor technology topics, pushed by a Dec. 19 regulatory deadline and increased sustainable... » more
PLC Family tackles wide array of machine applicationsRexroth’s new family of IndraLogic XLC PLC controllers combines all planning, configuration, programming and diagnostic functions in one single engineering environment. IndraLogic XLC can be... » more
Product Exclusive: Panel wiring system saves time, spaceEaton transforms panel wiring, lowering total cost of ownership, improving system reliability for original equipment manufacturers. This is a March 2011 Control Engineering Product Exclusive. » more
High-density Ethernet IP communication coupler features ODVA authorizationAPAX-5072, a high-density Ethernet IP communication coupler from Advantech Corporation, links with any Ethernet IP master to easily build a reliable Ethernet IP remote I/O solution. » more
Digital temperature controller offers broad working rangeNew controller from Selco Products handles over 2,000 °F with easy configuration and installation. » more
Rapid design, prototyping of PID controllersComputer models can simulate processes, allowing you to design and refine PID controller action before it is implemented and deployed. » more
Top Control Engineering articles, February 2011Most visited Control Engineering articles during February 2011 included “world’s fastest” PLC, advanced control at a steel mill, 2011 Engineers’ Choice Awards, help with engineering contracts,... » more
Embedded PLCs with EthernetNew FMD series PLCs from Triangle Research offers low-cost processing with high connectivity. » more
PLC performs high-speed sequencing, interlocking operations, extends larger control platformsHoneywell's Master Logic programmable logic controllers bring power and robustness to very high-speed logic, interlock and sequencing applications. » more
Honorable mentions for 2011 Engineers' Choice Awards
HONORABLE MENTIONS - click on the link for each product to learn more. » more
HONORABLE MENTIONS - click on the link for each product to learn more. » more
2011 Engineers’ Choice Awards - Spotlight on InnovationCover story: Best automation, control, and instrumentation products in 30 categories. » more
Product Exclusive: Ethernet 2.0 controller; SD card adds 8 GBGet up to 1000 instructions in 235μ for industrial Ethernet applications in the Wago Corp. 750-880 Ethernet 2.0 Programmable Fieldbus Controller, with 1 MB data memory and an SD port allowing up to 8... » more
Family of 32-bit microcontrollers lower power consumptionA six-member family of 32-bit PIC32MX5/6/7 microcontrollers from Microchip Technology Inc. intends to provide the same integrated Ethernet, CAN, USB and serial connectivity peripherals with new... » more
AAI joins JMP Engineering, expands batch, energy expertise
Automation Applications Inc., LLC, an industrial engineering and systems integrator has joined JMP Engineering Inc., expanding JMP's client base and knowledge in batch automation and industrial... » more
Automation Applications Inc., LLC, an industrial engineering and systems integrator has joined JMP Engineering Inc., expanding JMP's client base and knowledge in batch automation and industrial... » more
Which Industry will Fuel the Chinese Motion Controls Market? IMS Research report sees high demand for motion control products used in end-equipments, machinery in Chinese GMC market » more
Robots speak simpler programming languagesRobotics programmers can now use PAC platforms and languages they already know when deploying robots in material-handling applications. » more
Ethernet integration: Decentralized control gives GM manufacturing flexibilityA decentralized control network at a General Motors' powertrain plant supports overall workflow with extremely flexible assembly line configuration options. PLCs, CNCs, HMIs, RFID system and... » more
Machine control on the water via iPadEthernet UDP communications and marine certified PLCs provide state-of-the-yacht control. » more
World’s fastest PLC based on CPU scanning speed?Yokogawa FA-M3V is a high-performance PLC with the world’s fastest CPU scanning speed, capable of scanning a 100,000-step program in one millisecond, according to Yokogawa Electric Corp., in a Feb. 7... » more
Industrial server board equipped with intelligent security featuresThe PICMG 1.3 System Host Board Kontron PCI-761 features the Intel Q57 Express chipset for real-time and image processing applications as well as intelligent security features and I/O-technology. » more
Cover Story: Balancing PLCs, PACs, IPCsDo you need a PLC, PAC, or IPC for your next control application? Will programmable logic controllers (PLCs) evolve into programmable automation controllers (PACs) or industrial PCs (IPCs)? Whatever... » more
PVC cabinets with lift-off door for pole, pad mountA line of non-metallic cabinets from Midwest Plastic Fabricators have been designed to support the unrestricted use of Automated Meter Reading technologies to provide protection for the metering and... » more
PLCS, PACs, IPCs – Does it matter?Get the right functionality and most-advantageous programming software for your next controller application, no matter what the technology. Here’s a sampling of controllers for your next set of... » more
Top 20 Control Engineering articles of 2010 at www.controleng.comLink to the most-read Control Engineering articles of 2010 at www.controleng.com. Energy-efficient motor technology topics, pushed by a Dec. 19 regulatory deadline and increased sustainable... » more
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