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 H1 ITK (Interoperability Test Kit) 6.0. […]
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DEPRAG introduces control systems for top functionality
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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 networks such as Modbus-TCP, EtherCAT, Profinet, CANopen, […]
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 with other devices on a […]
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 […]
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 or Bus Couplers, the HD Bus Terminals […]
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 cogeneration […]
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 expanded, dynamic fold out selection chart comparing all the different […]
FOUNDATION™ Fieldbus Developer Training Offered During May In Austin, Texas
Austin, TX – The Fieldbus Foundation will offer FOUNDATION™ fieldbus developer training during May 2009 at its headquarters in Austin, Texas. The vendor-neutral “Introduction to FOUNDATION Fieldbus” and “Advanced Principles of FOUNDATION Fieldbus” courses cover all key aspects of open, non-proprietary FOUNDATION fieldbus technology. The one-day “Introduction to FOUNDATION Fieldbus” course will be conducted on […]
Murrelektronik’s Cube67 Sets Benchmark in Automation Systems
Duluth, Georgia – Murrelektronik’s Cube67 is a modular and flexible field bus automation system. Through a newly developed extension, the module provides more power to the bus system to assist in the operation of high power demand valves and other devices. Murrelektronik Cube67 is a modular and flexible field bus automation system that considerably reduces […]
