Process Control and Instrumentation Products
Embedded PLCs with Ethernet
New FMD series PLCs from Triangle Research offers low-cost processing with high connectivity. » more
Technology Update: Why WirelessHART?
With other industrial wireless communications options available, process industry engineers may ask, ‘What is WirelessHART, and what is it good for?’ » more
Panels as powerful as an industrial PC
New generation of Power Panels from B&R Automation handles applications that used to require full industrial PCs. » more
New Ethernet-capable optical data couplers enable live video communication
Pepperl+Fuchs LS680 combines user-friendly operation with higher data transmission speeds for new levels of communication. » 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
Bosch Rexroth commits to ODVA, EtherNet/IP advancements
Bosch Rexroth has become a principal member of ODVA, joining industrial suppliers Cisco Systems, Rockwell Automation, Omron, and Schneider Electric. » more
7 steps to maximize central plant efficiency; get savings up to 60%
Central plant optimization is a process with seven key steps, and when implemented holistically, central plant optimization can deliver sustained energy savings of up to 60%, according to a Johnson... » 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
Integrated user interface for machine tools
Siemens’ Sinumerik Operate integrates HMI-advanced, ShopMill, ShopTurn in one user interface for machine tools. » more
Touch screen vision sensors accommodate rapid product changeover
Banner's iVu Plus stores up to 30 inspections, distinguishes up to 10 patterns with new Sort sensor function. » more
Pluggable, high-density I/O modules earn GL Marine Approval
Wago Corporation’s 753 Series Pluggable I/O Modules and High-Density 16-Point I/O Modules have earned GL Marine Approval » 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
10 tips for deploying EtherNet/IP, the ODVA Ethernet protocol
Industrial applications using plantwide EtherNet/IP should follow these 10 industrial network design recommendations from Cisco and Rockwell Automation. » more
Packaged burner controls lower costs, improve safety
Standards for safety instrumented systems (SISs) can be embedded in burner management controls. » more
Connector carries control signals, power, water for laser
A customized Harting connector allows mixed-purpose inserts that can carry control signals, power, and cooling water from the instrument console to a handheld laser tool. This versatility has helped... » more
Feedback: Advanced motor designs, gain scheduling
Readers provide feedback on Control Engineering articles on advance motor designs and on gain scheduling. See links, comments, below. » more
Turbine flowmeter for low volumes
Cox device uses low-friction ball bearings to perform in water, hydrocarbon, and cryogenic fluid applications. » more
Sensor measures particulates in stack gas
Particulate CEM from FilterSense monitors effectiveness of baghouses, ESPs, and other dust collection systems. » more
Compact bus coupler for star wiring topologies, EtherNet/IP connectivity
Beckhoff Automation's BK9055 Compact Bus Coupler offers EtherNet/IP connectivity options when used with the Bus Terminal system. » more
Beckhoff Automation's BK9055 Compact Bus Coupler offers EtherNet/IP connectivity options when used with the Bus Terminal system. » more
Embedded PLCs with EthernetNew FMD series PLCs from Triangle Research offers low-cost processing with high connectivity. » more
Technology Update: Why WirelessHART?With other industrial wireless communications options available, process industry engineers may ask, ‘What is WirelessHART, and what is it good for?’ » more
Panels as powerful as an industrial PCNew generation of Power Panels from B&R Automation handles applications that used to require full industrial PCs. » more
Virtualization platforms now support 64-bit Windows
Upgrades to INtime and eVM for Windows from TenAsys enable larger real-time applications, better support for virtualization. » more
Upgrades to INtime and eVM for Windows from TenAsys enable larger real-time applications, better support for virtualization. » more
New Ethernet-capable optical data couplers enable live video communication Pepperl+Fuchs LS680 combines user-friendly operation with higher data transmission speeds for new levels of communication. » more
New, more secure OPC connectivity for SCADA systems
Open Automation Software announces new version of OPC Systems.net to support HMIs and SCADA systems. » more
Open Automation Software announces new version of OPC Systems.net to support HMIs and SCADA systems. » 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
Bosch Rexroth commits to ODVA, EtherNet/IP advancementsBosch Rexroth has become a principal member of ODVA, joining industrial suppliers Cisco Systems, Rockwell Automation, Omron, and Schneider Electric. » more
7 steps to maximize central plant efficiency; get savings up to 60%Central plant optimization is a process with seven key steps, and when implemented holistically, central plant optimization can deliver sustained energy savings of up to 60%, according to a Johnson... » 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
Integrated user interface for machine toolsSiemens’ Sinumerik Operate integrates HMI-advanced, ShopMill, ShopTurn in one user interface for machine tools. » more
Touch screen vision sensors accommodate rapid product changeover Banner's iVu Plus stores up to 30 inspections, distinguishes up to 10 patterns with new Sort sensor function. » more
Pluggable, high-density I/O modules earn GL Marine ApprovalWago Corporation’s 753 Series Pluggable I/O Modules and High-Density 16-Point I/O Modules have earned GL Marine Approval » 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
10 tips for deploying EtherNet/IP, the ODVA Ethernet protocolIndustrial applications using plantwide EtherNet/IP should follow these 10 industrial network design recommendations from Cisco and Rockwell Automation. » more
Packaged burner controls lower costs, improve safetyStandards for safety instrumented systems (SISs) can be embedded in burner management controls. » more
Connector carries control signals, power, water for laserA customized Harting connector allows mixed-purpose inserts that can carry control signals, power, and cooling water from the instrument console to a handheld laser tool. This versatility has helped... » more
Feedback: Advanced motor designs, gain schedulingReaders provide feedback on Control Engineering articles on advance motor designs and on gain scheduling. See links, comments, below. » more
Ceramic jacket protects thermocouple in high-temp applications
CaO-stabilized zirconia tube from Morgan Technical Ceramics can operate in furnace environments up to 2,000 °C, outlasting alumina alternatives. » more
CaO-stabilized zirconia tube from Morgan Technical Ceramics can operate in furnace environments up to 2,000 °C, outlasting alumina alternatives. » more
Turbine flowmeter for low volumesCox device uses low-friction ball bearings to perform in water, hydrocarbon, and cryogenic fluid applications. » more
Sensor measures particulates in stack gasParticulate CEM from FilterSense monitors effectiveness of baghouses, ESPs, and other dust collection systems. » more
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