ISA’s Wireless and Networking Track to cover fieldbus implementation

The International Society of Automation (ISA) is proud to announce the features of its Wireless and Networking Track at the ISA Automation Week 2010, which starts from October 4 to 7 at Westin Galleria, Houston, Texas.The Wireless and Networking Track will cover fieldbus implementation, fiber optic solutions, wireless and the infrastructure, and radio... [Read more]

Dresser Masoneilan launches ValScope-Pro Portable Control Valve Diagnostic Tool

Dresser Masoneilan (www.dressermasoneilan.com) is proud to announce the release of the next generation ValScope-PRO – a diagnostic tool for control valves with digital and conventional positioners.The ValScope-PRO helps users identify problems through a scientific evaluation of valves during operation. Since the tool is portable, machine operators... [Read more]

Fieldbus Foundation’s updated Technical Specification

The Fieldbus Foundation (www.fieldbus.org) is proud to announce the release of the updated version of FOUNDATION fieldbus technical specification. The latest specification includes guidance supporting the development of host systems and fieldbus devices that use advanced field diagnostics as per the NAMUR NE107 recommendation, and support for the upcoming... [Read more]

DEPRAG introduces control systems for top functionality

Almost 300 million people around the world suffer from bronchial asthma. However, the disease’s origin is still unclear. With a series of treatment methods, it is certain that the number of asthma cases can be reduced and the symptoms can be relieved. Among the most effective therapies for this disease is inhalation.When assembling an inhaler,... [Read more]

New two-port EtherNet/IP Plug-in-module fosters industrial automation from HMS

HMS Industrial Networks (www.hms.se) is proud to announce its extended Anybus-CC family with the new two-port EtherNet/IP communication module with integrated switch. This is the latest addition to the Anybus-CC family of plug-in communication modules from HMS, giving interchangeable connectivity solutions for all Industrial Ethernet and major fieldbus... [Read more]

Bridging Modbus-TCP and Profibus using Anybus X-gateway™ from HMS Industrial Networks

HMS Industrial Networks (www.anybus.com) is proud to announce the new Anybus X-gateway, which enables system integrators to transfer I/O data between two different programmable logic controller (“PLC”) networks and systems. The new X-gateway is a stand-alone gateway which can be configured to allow plant-floor devices on a Profibus network communicate... [Read more]

New Pepperl+Fuchs Segment Checker design software for easy and quick validation of Profibus and Fieldbus PA Segments

Pepperl+Fuchs (www.pepperl-fuchs.us) is proud to announce the new Segment Checker version 1.20. The unique and easy-to-use Segment Checker is a tool use for validating the design of all Profibus PA and Foundation fieldbus segments, as well as hazardous areas. Machine builders can simply drag and drop components to the project window, and edit the attributes... [Read more]

The new space-saving HD Bus Terminals with 16 Channel I/O in 12 mm format from Beckhoff

Beckhoff Automation (www.beckhoff.com) announced its latest Bus Terminal I/O system to deliver progressively compact I/O solutions for machine builders and manufacturers. These expanded Bus Terminals with the latest ultra-compact HD Bus Terminals featuring 16 digital I/O channels in 12 mm electronic terminal block housing. Using DIN rail-mounted controllers... [Read more]

Farmers use CC-Link fieldbus control to make money from wastes

German farmers are using CC-Link (Control and Communication Link) fieldbus control system to produce power from biogas through slurry extraction. The biogas is transferred to fuel cogeneration plants and is used to heat power machinery, buildings or export it to the grid. Dreyer & Bosse (D&B) , a German power plant specialist, provides autonomous... [Read more]

Animatics Corp. Publishes New Motion Systems Catalog

Animatics Corporation has published a new 145 page catalog on their expanded line of Motion Systems Products and Peripherals. This comprehensive catalog includes eight product segments fully detailing SmartMotor™ specifications, FieldBus Protocols, Brake Options, Connectivity, Peripherals, Power Supplies, Gear Heads, and Software.Included is an... [Read more]