Pilz PITmode operating mode selector switch
17 May, 2010 | Pilz Australia Industrial Automation LP
Pilz has expanded its range of operator and visualisation systems with the PITmode operating mode selector switch. The PITmode provides two functions in one compact unit: selection of operating mode and authorisation control for machine access. The operating mode selector switch has been developed for use in plant and machinery with a range of control sequences and operating modes.
Wonderware IntelaTrac 4.0 workforce management system
17 May, 2010 | Invensys Process Systems (S) Pte Ltd
Invensys Operations Management has announced the availability of an updated version of its Wonderware IntelaTrac mobile workforce management and decision-support system.
Turck Interface and Intrinsic Safety Quick Reference Guide
17 May, 2010 | Turck Australia Pty Ltd
Turck has released its Interface and Intrinsic Safety Quick Reference Guide, providing an overview of the company’s intrinsically safe products, including switching amplifiers, analog I/O, solenoid drivers, rotational speed monitors, and relay and power supplies. The guide also features new intrinsically safe models, such as FDT/DTM amplifiers that can be programmed with PACTware.
FlexLink X45 and X45e small products conveyor platforms
17 May, 2010 | FlexCAM
The FlexLink X45 and X45e small products conveyor platforms are designed to be easy to integrate and offer simple controls design.
Invensys Triconex/Tofino OPC firewall
17 May, 2010 | Invensys Process Systems (S) Pte Ltd
The Triconex/Tofino OPC firewall is designed to harden industrial safety systems against network accidents and attacks. It is claimed to be the first firewall that protects integrated applications based on OPC Classic, the widely used industrial integration protocol.
Metso iCV control valve range
17 May, 2010 | Metso Automation (ANZ) Pty Ltd
Metso’s iCV control valves are suitable for both general and demanding applications, especially in hydrocarbon processing plants. They are designed to help process plants to meet environmental regulations by using control valve constructions that provide high performance, reliability and control accuracy.
Hirschmann BAT54-Rail Single WLAN access point
17 May, 2010 | Daanet Pty Ltd
Belden has extended its range of Hirschmann products to include the BAT54-Rail Single WLAN access point. This device is designed for mounting on DIN rail and can be used both as access point and access client. Unlike its ‘big brother’ the BAT54-Rail, this access point has only one WLAN interface, making it a cost-effective alternative for applications that do not require a second interface. In common with the BAT54-Rail, however, the BAT54-Rail Single offers the full range of functions supported by the HiLCOS operating system.
Gems Sensors & Controls CAP-100/-200 Series capacitive level sensors
17 May, 2010 | Control Components Pty Ltd
The CAP-100 and CAP-200 Series capacitive liquid level sensors, from Gems Sensors & Controls, are designed to offer a level sensing solution for a wide variety of bottle types including plastic, glass and fibreglass. These compact sensors are suitable for medical applications such as waste, reagent or diluent liquids as well as dark, sticky or viscous fluids. Easy to calibrate, both sensor series are available in both aqueous and non-aqueous versions and can be delivered with factory preset sensitivity for quick installation for OEM orders. They may also be used as a proximity sensor to detect the presence of solids such as paper or pulp.
Watlow Ez-Zone RM multiloop temperature/process controller
17 May, 2010 | Cynebar
Watlow has introduced the Ez-Zone RM, a configurable multiloop temperature and process controller. The Ez-Zone RM integrates an entire assembly of control loop functionality in one DIN rail mounted package.
Siemens Simatic CPU 317TF-2DP controller
17 May, 2010 | Siemens Ltd
The Simatic CPU 317TF-2DP controller from Siemens implements motion control, safety and standard tasks in one device. The controller utilises PLCopen-compatible motion control blocks and is suitable for coupled motion sequences of multiple axes.
Siemens PLM Software 2D DCM and Vero VISI Progress software integration
17 May, 2010 | Siemens Ltd
Siemens PLM Software and Vero Software PLC, a provider of CAD, CAM and CAE solutions for the tooling industry, have announced the integration of the D-Cubed software 2D Dimensional Constraint Manager (2D DCM) component from Siemens PLM Software in Vero’s VISI Progress software.
Beijer Electronics Exter T150-st stainless steel HMI
17 May, 2010 | Global Automation Asia-Pacific Pty Ltd
Beijer Electronics has added the T150-st to its Exter series of operator panels. The Exter T150-st has an acid-resistant stainless steel construction, so it is suited to those situations where acid-based cleaning agents are used.
Quatech ABDG-ET-IN5010 industrial wireless ethernet bridge
17 May, 2010 | Interworld Electronics and Computer Industries
Interworld Electronics has released the Quatech ABDG-ET-IN5010 Airborne industrial wireless ethernet bridge. The Airborne products are a line of integrated 802.11 radios and device servers, designed to address the demands of complex machine-to-machine (M2M) applications.
ASM PCFP25 magnetostrictive linear position sensor
17 May, 2010 | Automated Control Pty Ltd
The ASM PCFP25, which has been specifically designed for harsh applications with limited space, is a slim, non-contact linear position sensor using magnetostrictive sensing technology. With a profile of 8 x 28 mm, it can fit into areas that were previously inaccessible.
Turck IM21 rotational speed interface module
17 May, 2010 | Turck Australia Pty Ltd
Turck has enhanced its interface module (IM) family with the FM approved IM21 rotational speed interface module, programmable via push-buttons or using a PC - which simplifies device set-up and saves installation time. The modules employ FDT/DTM software, together with PACTware, enabling users to efficiently set and save multiple application parameters.
