New additions position groov as a complete edge appliance for industrial automation and Internet of Things applications Temecula, CA – October 24, 2017 – Industrial automation manufacturer and Industrial Internet of Things tools developer Opto 22 today announced a new version of groov, embedding key IIoT technologies MQTT and OPC-UA drivers directly into its industrial…
Opto 22 Announces New Director of Training
Instructor-led, free hands-on classes to be continued; additional online courses will offer structured content to a wider audience and focus on Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) technologies. Industrial automation manufacturer and Internet of Things platform developer Opto 22 announces the promotion of Norma Rodriguez to Director of Training. In this position Rodriguez will continue to…
Opto 22 adds advanced trending capabilities to the groov mobile operator interface solution
Industrial automation manufacturer and Internet of Things platform developer Opto 22 has announced groov 3.4 — an update to its mobile operator interface system. With this new version of groov, operators can trend a lot more data over a much longer period: up to 5 years. groov’s built in trend gadget now offers an interactive type…
Motion-platform maker standardizes on Sensoray I/O for measurement and motion control
Servos & Simulation Inc. is a manufacturer of motion platforms and control loaders. Recently the systems builder picked a Model 826 analog and digital I/O system on a PCI Express board from Oregon-based Sensoray for the primary measurement and control interface for their full product line. Servos and Simulation provides motion platforms and control loaders…
Connectivity and Control at the Edge: Sealevel SeaConnect 370
The new SeaConnect 370 IoT edge device allows users to monitor and control real-world processes and trigger actions with SeaCloud, a cloud-based, built-in event engine. Ideal for a variety of applications including asset management, data acquisition, environmental monitoring and facility management, the SeaConnect 370 originally emerged as a solution for sign monitoring and notification. A…
Fast and flexible automation
Phoenix Contact introduces Axioline, a real-time control and remote I/O system for high-speed data acquisition common in machine-building applications. Like all Phoenix Contact controllers, Axiocontrol (AXC) is programmed using PC WORX, an IEC 61131 programming language. The platform includes PROFINET master or slave operation, easy I/O configuration, and “last-breath” operation in the event of power…
PC + Controller in One Compact Package!
Trio’s PC-MCAT 64 is an innovative “Motion + PC Solution”. A powerful quad core Intel processor is used to drive both a high performance motion and machine controller, and a compact PC that can run user applications under Windows. Run up to 64 axes of EtherCAT motion, Trio’s new Flexslice of I/O, plus any compatible…
EtherCAT Remote I/O Modules for Distributed Control Systems
Advantech Launches EtherCAT Remote I/O Modules for Distributed Control Systems Advantech’s IIoT Automation Group is pleased to announce the launch of the AMAX-4800 series of industrial EtherCAT slave modules equipped with the EtherCAT protocol. Their compact size and integrated DIN-rail mount kit ensure easy cabinet installation and Euro-type pluggable terminal blocks with an LED indicator…
Opto 22 and Dell Bridge the OT/IT Gap to Deliver Industrial IoT Solutions at Hannover Messe 2017
Opto 22 and Dell announce joint exhibition at the Hannover Messe 2017 industrial automation trade show, 24–28 April, in Hannover, Germany, at Hall 8 Stand F31. Products from both companies will be showcased, demonstrating how to integrate and deliver edge computing applications and connect real-world signals and industrial “things” to the digital world of information…
New BACnet MS/TP Interface from Beckhoff Connects up to 64 BACnet Field Devices
With the introduction of the new EL6861 EtherCAT Terminal, Beckhoff now supports BACnet MS/TP (Master Slave/Token Passing) in addition to BACnet/IP for building automation. This serial interface can be used to directly control and monitor BACnet-compatible field devices, such as pumps, drives, frequency converters or similar, as sub-bus systems without the need for additional gateways…
Weidmuller’s u-remote distributed I/O platform certified for offshore applications
Weidmuller announces that its “u-remote” distributed I/O platform meets the requirements for use in the demanding maritime and offshore sectors. u-remote has received certification from several classification agencies including DNV GL (formerly Det Norske Veritas and Germanischer Lloyd), BV (Bureau Veritas), LR (Lloyds Register), and RINA (Registro Italiano Navale). This certification applies to most areas…
New Product Literature for Five Product Groups
WAGO announces the availability of five new informational brochures: EPSITRON® Power Supplies: A wide range of power supplies delivers constant supply voltages for a variety of industrial applications, now with multiple mounting options. 811 Series: Class CC and Midget fuse holders with lever actuation make wiring quick and intuitive. Power CAGE CLAMP®: Now with a…
New Add-On Instructions for WAGO- I/O- SYSTEM Intrinsically Safe Module
WAGO announces new Add-On Instructions (AOI) for the 750-486 Intrinsically Safe I/O Module. WAGO AOIs for Allen-Bradley® RS LogixTM 5000 software allow users to easily implement control logic that supports the functionality of WAGO’s distributed I/O modules. AOIs supporting several popular high-density digital, analog, and specialty I/O modules are available. Implementation is as easy as…
New Graphite Edge Controller for Extreme Industrial Environments
Red Lion Controls announced the new Graphite® Edge Controller. The compact rugged industrial controller offers highly scalable I/O and combines networking and data visualization with industry standard IEC 61131 control capabilities in a small, easy-to-deploy footprint. The Graphite Edge Controller is ideal for process and factory automation customers who require a rugged industrial controller with…
Launch of CC-Link IE Field Basic
The CC-Link Partner Association, working to expand the adoption of the industrial open network CC-Link IE, has announced the launch of CC-Link IE Field Basic. This is an open field network using general-purpose 100Mbps Ethernet communication and is a new network mode in the CC-Link IE Ethernet-based integrated network lineup. Specifications enabling communication compatibility with…
Advantech Launches Short-depth Front I/O Chassis
Advantech’s IIoT Automation Group is pleased to announce the launch of a 4U front I/O short-depth (350mm) industrial chassis, the IPC-631. Responding to market requests for a rack-mountable, front I/O, high scalability, and power computing solution, Advantech’s IPC-631 is ideal for these needs. With its front I/O design, support of a 500W single or redundant…
WAGO Announces 2017 Schedule for Free Customer Training
WAGO offers customer trainings at no charge, held at WAGO Corporation headquarters in Germantown, Wisconsin. The 2017 schedule includes training on the WAGO-I/O-SYSTEM along with WAGO-I/O-PRO and e!COCKPIT Programming Software packages: WAGO provides all course materials and meals. Attendees are responsible for bringing an Ethernet-ready laptop with a RJ45 connection, as well as for transportation…
Acromag’s New 3U OpenVPX™ Single Board Computer
Acromag, Inc. announced the release of the AcroExpressTM VPX6600 3U OpenVPX single board computer. The VPX6600 series utilizes the 6th Generation Skylake Intel® Xeon® processor and C230 PCH chipset for extensive I/O support. Expanded memory performance comes with up to 32GB of DDR4 ECC SODIMMs that are firmly attached to the board and are removable…
New Intrinsically Safe I/O Platform Improves Connectivity in Hazardous Areas
Manufacturers and industrial operators can now bring devices deployed in hazardous areas into The Connected Enterprise via EtherNet/IP using the new Allen-Bradley Bulletin 1719 Ex I/O platform from Rockwell Automation. With the new platform, users can access data from field devices and more easily control process operations in hazardous areas. As part of the PlantPAx…
Opto 22 announces relationship with Dell to develop and deploy Internet of Things (IoT) applications
Industrial automation manufacturer and Internet of Things (IoT) application toolset provider Opto 22 announces that it has joined the Dell IoT Solutions Partner Program. This relationship provides a product and solution ecosystem for connecting real-world signals and industrial “things” to the digital world of information technology, mobile, and cloud computing. A technology revolution is gaining…
Advantech Launches New High Performance Industrial Computers
Advantech’s IIoT Automation Group is pleased to announce the launch of the UNO-3283G and the UNO-3382/3384G fanless industrial computers. Advanech’s UNO-3000 series of industrial computers are renowned for their high performance, large number of I/O ports, and flexible expansion. They include dual-front hot-swappable SSD/HDD bays with RAID 0/1 support. The HDD/SSD are installed in drive…
Opto 22 connects real-world industrial devices to millions of Raspberry Pi® single-board computers
Industrial automation manufacturer and Internet of Things platform developer Opto 22 has announced the release of the Digital I/O Carrier Board for the versatile Raspberry Pi single-board computer, enabling the Pi to sense or switch up to 16 individually selectable electrical loads ranging from 2.5 to 280 VAC/VDC, with solid-state power and reliability. This new…
New Compact 8 Channel Analog Output Module
WAGO’s new 8-Channel Analog Output Module offers connection with 2-wire sensors in compact 12mm housing. At an extremely competitive price, this new module offers eight individually configurable channels (0 V to 10 V or -10 V to 10 V), high speed conversions (1.25 ms per channel), and very narrow margins of error (less than 0.1%…
Control system makes MEMS coating process a SNAP
Reducing MEMS wear and stiction requires controlling the topography and chemical composition of MEMS contacting surfaces during manufacturing. But reducing wear and stiction isn’t just about the type of coating used; it’s also about the process. As MEMS become smaller, it’s increasingly difficult to apply a complete coating to the entire surface of these mechanical…
Bel Power Solutions’ PFE1100 1100W front-end series includes Screw type input connector
Bel Fuse Inc., a global manufacturer of power management devices, announced the expansion of Bel Power Solutions’ PFE1100 1100W front-end series to include Screw type input connector for normal airflow PFE1100-12-054SD and reverse airflow PFE1100-12-054TD airflow Power Supplies. This product provides a 12VDC output with 5V or 3.3V pin-selectable standby. Exceeding CSCI Platinum targets, the…