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.
Honeywell partners with Cisco to extend wireless offering
01 November, 2011Honeywell is partnering with Cisco Systems to deliver wireless technology.
Interworld Electronics APXG-Q5420 industrial wireless access point
31 October, 2011The APXG-Q5420 industrial wireless access point is designed to enable M2M equipment to become the centre of a self-sufficient Wi-Fi network. The APXG-Q5420 allows access to serial data and network resources from Wi-Fi-enabled devices, including laptops, tablets and handhelds powered by Android, iOS, or Windows.
Honeywell OneWireless Adapter (OWA) for HART instruments
28 October, 2011 byThe Honeywell OneWireless Adapter (OWA) allows manufacturers to improve plant efficiency by converting field devices that use the HART protocol into devices that can transmit data over an ISA100.11a-compliant wireless network.
Phoenix Contact CSMA-LAMBDA/4-2.0-BS-SET coaxial protective adapter for SMA connectors
22 October, 2011The CSMA-LAMBDA/4-2.0-BS-SET coaxial protective adapter from Phoenix Contact protects radio system antenna connectors for narrowband signals with a frequency range from 1.7 to 2.3 GHz.
Westermo MR-270 mobile broadband router
06 September, 2011 byThe Westermo MR-270 mobile broadband router is designed to eliminate the need for time-consuming site visits. It provides a network infrastructure suitable for industrial remote access using the internet. It provides users with access to SCADA systems, HMI and PLCs. The resilient network minimises downtime and dual SIMs provide high availability in critical situations. Fail-over technologies ensure high availability, as the MR-270 is easily integrated with external ADSL devices, Falcon and DR-260, allowing wired and wireless access.
Harvest time
12 August, 2011Energy harvesting is the process by which energy (ambient, motion, wind, light), derived from external sources, is captured and stored to supply power for low-energy electronics. Ambient energy is available in abundance in the process industry and it is here that energy harvesting is beginning to make its mark.
Quatech Airborne wireless ethernet bridges and routers
05 July, 2011 byInterworld has expanded its range of Quatech ethernet-to-Wi-Fi products.
Achieving next-generation connectivity
15 June, 2011Industrial ethernet impacts every aspect of the operation. Building a strong industrial ethernet system and harnessing the power of its wireless component can reap unanticipated benefits for the entire facility.
Integrating a network of wireless sensors with standard control systems
02 June, 2011Wireless mesh networks are designed to provide high bandwidth communications channels between wireless sensing nodes over a specific coverage area.
Banner Engineering SureCross Performance wireless I/O gateways and nodes
20 April, 2011 byBanner Engineering’s SureCross Performance wireless I/O gateways and nodes now feature a high-power RF design with 1 W transmit power in the 900 MHz ISM band, providing an increased range between devices of up to 10 km.
Wireless LAN system at petrochemical plant
17 March, 2011Shell Eastern Petroleum Ltd (SEPL) has recently completed its Ethylene Cracker Complex (ECC) as part of its Houdini project on the island of Pulau Bukom, Singapore. The full project included modifications and additions to the existing Bukom refinery.
