Rockwell Automation Inc. announced the CompactLogix 5390 controller, a new addition to the Integrated Architecture controller family. The controller is designed for machine builders and manufacturers that need control, safety, security, data and networking functions in automation systems. Industrial operations are using more connected devices and generating more data, increasing demands on control systems. Applications […]
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Emerson automates data center infrastructure for AI workloads
Emerson’s DeltaV Automation Platform for Data Centers is an automation portfolio designed for data centers supporting AI workloads. It provides monitoring and control for critical infrastructure by connecting thermal, mechanical and electrical subsystems within a scalable automation architecture. AI-related data center growth is shortening project timelines and increasing coordination requirements across supply chains, engineering teams, […]
Applied Motion Products adds motion and I/O systems
Applied Motion Products has introduced several automation technologies, including the MCA6 Motion PLC, MET2 Remote I/O System, and AK Series StepSERVO Motors and Drives. The products are designed to support machine control, motion coordination and system integration for machine builders and automation engineers. The additions address common machine design requirements, including multi-axis coordination, distributed I/O […]
New Motion-PLC combines motion and logic, reducing cost and complexity of machine design
Trio Motion Technology has launched Motion-PLC, a new class of machine controller that combines motion, robotics, and logic. Motion-PLC provides Trio’s advanced motion control performance with the functionality and simplicity of a PLC to reduce the cost and complexity of machine design. The new controller combines multi-axis motion control and IEC language programming with Trio’s […]
Combined PLC+HMI from IDEC is compact, feature packed
IDEC Corporation has updated its SmartAXIS touch family with the new FT1J Series combined PLC+HMI. This device combines a built-in full function controller, both onboard and expandable I/O, and an advanced technology 4.3-in. touchscreen display, in a compact all-in-one form factor that is rightsized for visualizing and automating a wide range of applications. The FT1J […]
Combined PLC+HMI increases display size, I/O options
IDEC Corporation has expanded its SmartAXIS touch family with the new FT2J Series combined PLC+HMI. A compact all-in-one form factor combines built-in full function controller features and functions, both onboard and expandable I/O, and an advanced technology 7-in. touchscreen display, providing many advantages for a wide variety of industries. An all-in-one PLC+HMI is compact and […]
Consumer-product production and distribution top automation drivers
For the annual Design World Trends issue, dozens of industry experts shared their insights. Here is additional information from some of those experts on the design, manufacture, and distribution of consumer products. Especially since COVID, the manufacture and distribution of home appliances, consumer electronics, and have evolved with advanced automation technologies. MEET THE EXPERTS Abdullah […]
Fast set-up of motor control systems from igus with no lengthy programming
The programming of motor control systems and the integration into machine environments often takes several days and can cost thousands of dollars. Now, igus, the leader in motion plastics and moving cable management systems, has removed the barrier. With free motion sample programs available from igus, it is possible to commission the dryve® series motor […]
Compact controllers sport built-in security, open protocols
The new PACSystems RSTi-EP CPE 200 programmable automation controllers (PAC) from Emerson are a family of compact PACs to help OEMs successfully meet customer requirements by minimizing the need for specialized software engineering talent. CPE 200 controllers deliver large programmable logic controller (PLC) capability in a small, cost-effective, IIoT-ready form factor so machine manufacturers don’t […]
Low-cost motion control offered with CLICK PLUS PLCs from AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect has released the new CLICK PLC programming software version 3.30, which allows any CLICK PLUS CPU to be configured as a 3-axis PTO/PWM motion controller. 100-kHz high-speed inputs and outputs are offered with any dc option slot I/O module placed in slot 0 of the CPU. With this module, CLICK PLUS PLCs can easily […]
