Omron NX1 series automation controllers
21 June, 2018Based on, and compatible with, Omron's SYSMAC platform, the NX1 series has attained OPC UA certification and provides dual EtherNet/IP and EtherCAT ports.
IDEC WindEDIT Lite app
21 March, 2018IDEC Corporation has released the WindEDIT Lite app for iOS and Android devices, providing two-way access to its range of MicroSmart FC6A PLCs.
GE QuickPanel+ operator interfaces
13 March, 2018The GE QuickPanel+ operator interfaces range integrates process control, view and an option to run an embedded data historian for real-time control in one complete unit.
Automation solution a reason for popping corks
01 March, 2018A special disgorgement line at a champagne production facility in Riems, France, was imposing several technical restrictions on the operators of the facility.
Automation firm hatches plan to boost poultry production
09 February, 2018A Sydney-based engineering company has developed a control system that improves egg production.
Panasonic FP0H micro-sized PLC
02 February, 2018The Panasonic FP0H micro-sized PLC takes up only 42 mm of DIN rail space, and combines onboard data logging and flexible connectivity options.
Phoenix Contact PLCnext Control controller
06 December, 2017Based on Phoneix Contact's PLCnext Technology, the PLCnext Control controller is said to combine the robustness and security of a classic PLC with the openness and flexibility of the world of smart devices.
Rockwell Automation Project Sherlock artificial intelligence module
04 December, 2017Rockwell Automation has announced its Project Sherlock artificial intelligence (AI) module, in which a data-driven analytics algorithm is provided that fits directly into a controller chassis.
IDEC Corporation MicroSmart FC6A Plus PLC
30 November, 2017With its expanded I/O capacity of up to 2060 local I/O, the Microsmart FC6A Plus PLC is said to be able to control and monitor the largest machines or entire small-scale manufacturing facilities.
GE RSTi-EP CPE100 controller
10 October, 2017The GE RSTi-EP CPE100 controller is a compact yet flexible high-performance controller that is suitable for multiple applications.
SMC JXC series direct-input step motor controller
11 September, 2017The JXC series direct-input step motor controller now offers three additional communication protocols, namely DeviceNet, EtherCAT and Profinet, in addition to the EtherNet/IP fieldbus protocol that was available on previous models.
Omron E5CD and E5ED digital temperature controllers
30 August, 2017Omron's E5CD/E5ED digital temperature controllers are adaptive, using artificial intelligence to adjust PID loop parameters automatically.
Omron appoints new director for Oceania region
17 August, 2017Omron Electronics Oceania has appointed a new director for its operations in the Oceania region.
Turck TBEN-PLC CODESYS 3 compact IP67 PLC
15 August, 2017Due to its robust housing and high degree of environmental protection, the TBEN-PLC can operate directly on-machine, enabling the implementation of machine control without the need for a control cabinet.
ICP DAS WP-5231PM-3GWA-CE7 compact PAC PC
14 August, 2017The WP-5231PM-3GWA-CE7 is a compact PAC PC running Windows Embedded Compact 7.0 that provides a solution for integrating HMI, data acquisition and control in a single PAC.
