Expanding plant networks with WirelessHART
26 February, 2013With process instruments getting ‘smarter’ every year, their capabilities are often underutilised. Important data that could help save costs remains unused. This potential can be tapped by using WirelessHART.
Phoenix Contact WLAN ethernet adapter
08 February, 2013Phoenix Contact now offers an industrial WLAN Ethernet adapter for integrating ethernet-capable devices into WLAN IEEE 802.11a/n networks in the 5 GHz frequency band.
Acksys ruggedised wireless equipment for industrial and transport applications
13 December, 2012Acksys offers a wide range of ruggedised wireless equipment for industrial and transportation applications using the Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n standard in 2.4 and 5 GHz bands.
Banner Engineering SureCross B2Q Gateway Module
05 November, 2012With its board-level design and easy mounting capabilities, the Banner Q45 B2Q gateway is easily embedded inside equipment, enclosures and on control panels.
Emerson Smart Wireless Gateway with EtherNet/IP output
07 August, 2012Emerson has introduced a Smart Wireless Gateway with native EtherNet/IP output, providing ease of integration and enhanced security functionality.
Chemical plant avoids fugitive emissions with wireless valve monitoring
04 July, 2012Harcros Chemicals has been using manual valves for sampling, directing, injection and extraction processes at its Kansas City plant. Installing wireless valve monitoring has increased safety in hazardous areas and reduced the risk of fugitive emissions.
Schneider Electric Trio data radio range
14 June, 2012Schneider Electric’s range of Trio data radios is claimed to reduce installation and maintenance costs associated with the monitoring and control of remote telemetry systems while ensuring data integrity over short- and long-haul distances.
Competing for the future - does wireless play a part?
10 June, 2012 by Brett Biondi, Wireless Business Development Manager ANZ and Michael Totten, Wireless Specialist ANZ, Emerson Process ManagementThere can be no doubt that the heart of any operation is the process control system. More recently, industry is embracing a paradigm shift away from localised operations via distributed control, to embracing the need for remote operations centres controlling and monitoring multiple facilities.
National Instruments NI 9795 C Series wireless gateway and NI WSN-3230, WSN-3231 measurement nodes
03 May, 2012National Instruments has announced the NI 9795 C Series wireless gateway and the NI WSN-3230 and WSN-3231 measurement nodes, extending the capabilities of the NI wireless sensor network (WSN) platform.
Schneider Electric Accutech range of wireless instrumentation
15 April, 2012The Accutech range of wireless instrumentation products is designed to provide cost-effective and easy-to-install alternatives to traditional, hard-wired sensors.
Moxa AWK-3131-M12 wireless AP/bridge with M12 connectors
01 March, 2012Created specifically for applications where strong vibrations can cause networking problems, the AWK-3131-M12 from Moxa provides the secure reliability of M12 connectors and protect wired connections from the inevitable wear and tear of vibration, moisture and dust.
Wireless communication in track-guided transport systems
14 February, 2012Track-guided transport systems have been used in highly automated production environments for some time now. Whether in automobile production, automation of material flow or warehouse logistics, rail-based mobile units transport the required parts in all of these areas. Normally, communication to the mobile units is established using contact lines and mechanical contacts.
Hirschmann OpenBAT range of WLAN access point routers
06 February, 2012The Hirschmann OpenBAT range is a modular system that enables industry-standard WLAN access points and clients to be configured via the internet.
Moxa AWK-3121 3-in-1 industrial wireless AP/bridge/client
20 January, 2012 byThe Moxa AWK-3121 is a 3-in-1 industrial wireless AP/bridge/client that is suitable for applications such as power automation, transportation automation, and oil and gas applications. It supports multiple IEEE 802.11 standards and higher security levels, including wireless communication in the 5 GHz band.
Moxa AWK-3131 and AWK-4131 series 3-in-1 wireless AP/bridge/clients
01 January, 2012 byMoxa has released the AWK-3131 and AWK-4131 series, two high-bandwidth 3-in-1 industrial wireless AP/bridge/clients that provide secure wireless coverage both indoors and out. Both series are fully compliant with the IEEE 802.11n standard for a maximum bandwidth of 300 Mbps and are backward compatible with existing 802.11 a/b/g deployments.
