ODVA releases new specifications
03 June, 2010
The Open DeviceNet Vendors Association (ODVA) has published new editions of the specifications for ODVA networks.
Determinism in industrial ethernet: the EtherCAT protocol
23 May, 2010 by Glenn Johnson
Last year we published a review of technologies that are used to provide real-time or near-real-time operation over Ethernet networks. This month we examine one of them in more depth.
Interworld Electronics QSU2-540 industrial communications module
06 May, 2010 | Supplied by: http://www.ieci.com.au/products/product_page2.asp?Product_ID=5396
The QSU2-540 industrial communications module has four independent serial ports with each port able to support RS232, RS422 or RS485 protocols.
Ethernet for Brisbane container terminal
04 May, 2010 | Supplied by: CrispTech Pty Ltd
The Patrick Autostrad Terminal at Brisbane is now benefitting from remote control via industrial ethernet technology.
Hirschmann Eagle Tofino security switches
28 April, 2010 | Supplied by: Belden Australia Pty Ltd
Belden has announced a range of zone-level security switches that are designed to protect control systems against network problems and cyber threats. The Hirschmann Eagle Tofino range combines a security appliance with a collection of software modules that are intended to together provide practical and effective industrial network security that is simple to implement and does not require plant shutdowns.
Siemens Simatic ET 200S PM-E RO power module and function blocks
20 April, 2010 | Supplied by: Siemens Ltd
Siemens has launched its first Profienergy products: the Simatic ET 200S PM-E RO power module for the Simatic ET 200S High Feature distributed I/O system, and function blocks for Simatic controllers. The power module specifically switches off individual inputs and outputs of the Simatic ET 200S High Feature I/O system and disconnects their connected loads from the power supply.
Turck industrial ethernet switches
20 April, 2010 | Supplied by: Turck Australia Pty Ltd
Turck’s line of rugged, harsh-duty ethernet switches has been updated to include unmanaged models that will support either 4- or 8-pin M12 twisted pair cable, as well as 4- and 5-pin 7/8-16UN power cable. The 4-pin switch is suitable for EtherNet/IP applications with both managed and unmanaged options, while the 8-pin switch is suitable for standard ethernet applications.
Hirschmann BAT controllers WLC25, WLC50 and WLC100
20 April, 2010 | Supplied by: Belden Australia Pty Ltd
The Hirschmann BAT controllers WLC25, WLC50 and WLC100 are designed for use in switch cabinets and can be used to centrally configure and manage 25, 50 or 100 WLAN access points respectively. As these controllers are fully compatible to all Hirschmann access points in the BAT series, existing BAT equipment does not need to be replaced.
Moxa MXview industrial network management
20 April, 2010 | Supplied by: Madison Technologies
The Moxa MXview industrial network management software (iNMS) package for industrial ethernet automation networks is a web-based network management tool that supports up to 500 network devices across distributed subnets. MXview can scan a network to create a visual map of the network to help network administrators quickly discover, monitor and troubleshoot complex traffic and network events.
Turck PB-XEPI Ethernet/Profibus device coupler
20 April, 2010 | Supplied by: Turck Australia Pty Ltd
The PB-XEPI Ethernet/Profibus device coupler combines integrated web server software with diagnostic functionality, to enable users to monitor Profibus networks remotely through a web browser, without disrupting network operations. The PB-XEPI may be integrated into new or existing Profibus networks in pharmaceutical, food and beverage, and packaging applications.
Siemens X108PoE, X308-2M PoE and XR324-4M PoE ethernet switches
24 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Siemens Ltd
Siemens has fitted three of its industrial ethernet switches with power over ethernet (PoE) functionality in accordance with ethernet standard IEEE 802.3af. Depending on the scope and requirements of the application, the unmanaged switch X108PoE as well as the modular managed switches X308-2M PoE and XR324-4M PoE supply two, four or eight PoE-compatible terminal devices with data and power on a common line.
Brandywine PTP80 Grandmaster PTP clock
24 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Unitronix Pty Ltd
Brandywine has released a range of dedicated instruments utilising the IEEE 1588 PTP protocol.
Turck single-segment redundant backplane
10 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Turck Australia Pty Ltd
Turck has expanded its diagnostic power conditioner system with a single-segment redundant backplane that can combine two isolated power supply modules into one FOUNDATION fieldbus segment. The backplane includes an integrated diagnostic unit used to monitor the redundancy of the external bulk power supply along with the H1 power supply - aiding in the availability of the H1 segment. System status is available via a relay contact.
Honeywell joins field device integration cooperation
25 February, 2010 | Supplied by: Honeywell Process Solutions
FDI Specification can help lower total cost of ownership of digital field devices.
Wolverine DDW-120 ethernet SHDSL extender
22 February, 2010 | Supplied by: Madison Technologies
An updated version of the Wolverine DDW-120 ethernet SHDSL extender with increased data rate is now available. The DDW-120, enhanced for industrial applications, can be used to establish reliable long-distance, high-speed remote connections between simple and complex ethernet networks using any existing twisted pair copper cables.
