Small to midrange system controller
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty Ltd
The AC 700F controller is designed to close the gap between generic PLCs and complex process control systems.
Motor management system
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: Schneider Electric
TeSys T is an advanced, flexible motor management and protection system which currently supports the DeviceNet, Modbus, Profibus DP and CANopen communication protocols.
Safety card for servo amplifier
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: Pilz Australia Industrial Automation LP
Pilz has launched a safety card for the servo amplifiers PMCprotego D, so that safety is integrated directly into the drive. When fitted with the safety card PMCprotego S, the servo amplifiers can provide a safe drive solution with numerous safety functions, ranging from safe stop and safe motion functions through to safe brake functions.
SCADA platform
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: Miri Technologies
Areal is introducing version 5.0 of its Topkapi SCADA platform. With an SQL interface based on ADO.NET technology, it offers a flexible and effective link with database management systems such as Oracle, SQL Server and many others.
Operator panel
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: Siemens Ltd
The Simatic HMI TP 177B 4" widescreen operator panel has a fully graphical 4.3" touch screen and four tactile function buttons. This screen from the 170 family of panels is notable for its compact format and a visualisation screen that is one-third larger than that of comparable devices.
IP65 HMI bezels
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: Soanar Limited
Human machine interfaces (HMIs) often need to be designed to protect them against water, cleaning materials and grease during production. Wincomm’s IP65 stainless steel bezels provide this protection.
Programmable logic controller
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: Direct Automation Pty Ltd
The Click PLC is the first of a range of inexpensive PLC components designed to offer practical features in an easy-to-use, compact yet expandable design. This line of micro-brick PLCs with stackable I/O modules and free programming software is suitable for first-time users as well as experienced programmers.
RTU for hazardous areas
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: Ovarro
The Kingfisher G30 RTU has successfully completed the MET certification process for safety standards UL 1604, Electrical Equipment for Use in Class I and Class II, Division 2, and Class III Hazardous (Classified) Locations; and CSA 22.2 No. 213-M1987, Non-Incendive Electrical Equipment for Use in Class I, Division 2 Hazardous Locations.
Component HMIs
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation Australia
Suitable for OEMs and other industrial operators, the Allen-Bradley PanelView Component operator interface provides the right amount of control at a cost-effective price.
Compact Modbus RTU master
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: Moore Industries
The microNCS Modbus RTU master and distributed I/O system can be used to send just a few, or hundreds of, process signals between the field or factory floor and a control system.
ALD control system
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: AVT Services Pty Limited
The AVT ALD system enables automation of an atomic layer deposition (ALD) process. It is a PC-based control system that is supplied with electronic hardware that is integrated with any existing ALD equipment for full automation of its process.
Citect integrates operations with Schneider Electric
23 October, 2008
SCADA provider Citect is integrating its field operations with that of parent company, Schneider Electric and has announced plans to further invest in R&D.
From telemetry to the enterprise — the evolution of the 21st century SCADA system
22 October, 2008 | Supplied by: Schneider Electric
The SCADA system of the early 21st century is vastly different from the system it was in its earliest beginnings, just 50 or so years ago.
Micro PLC
20 October, 2008 | Supplied by: http://www.control-logic.com.au
Panasonic has released six add-on cassettes for the micro PLC, the FP-X. There are now 16 I/O and communication cassette options available, the highlight being an ethernet communications cassette.
Accolades for Yokogawa's distributed control system
20 October, 2008
Yokogawa has won the 2008 Frost & Sullivan Asia–Pacific Distributed Control System (DCS) Company of the Year for the outstanding performance of its DCS across the Asia–Pacific region.
