Ethernet for Control Automation Technology (EtherCAT) was developed by Beckhoff. It’s based on the CANopen protocol and on Ethernet but differs from internet communication or network communications in being specifically optimized for industrial automation control. The standards are defined and maintained by the EtherCAT technology group. Using the OSI network model, Ethernet and EtherCAT rely […]
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EtherCAT Technology Group releases EtherCAT P specification documents
The EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG) published a first draft of the official EtherCAT P technology specification last autumn. Now, the documents have been released to coincide with the last ETG Technical Committee Meeting. The specification provides device manufacturers with an official, reliable foundation to implement EtherCAT P technology, which enables data and power transmission on […]
ETG at Hannover demonstrates how EtherCAT supports Industrie 4.0 and IoT developments
There is nothing new about the suitability of EtherCAT when enabling the concepts of Industrie 4.0. The technology has, by design, all the tools necessary to support the digital transformation. As the world’s largest fieldbus user organization, the EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG) strives to be actively involved in the developments surrounding Industrie 4.0 and IoT. […]
EtherCAT Technology Group canvases globe with technology events
With the continually increased distribution of EtherCAT technology, and the introduction of EtherCAT P technology, worldwide demand is rapidly growing for events to support and inform both existing and potential EtherCAT users. The ETG consistently demonstrates how important educational initiatives in the field are within the organization: In 2016, the association conducted an impressive 48 […]
EtherCAT Plug Fest fully booked again
The EtherCAT Plug Fests take place at venues all over the world and continue to enjoy great popularity within the industrial Ethernet community. This trend continues with the 21st event, the 2016 Spring European EtherCAT Plug Fest, which was recently organized and conducted by the EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG). An ETG member company typically acts […]
Trends in networks: Connecting to the Internet of Things
Back in 1982, General Motors demanded that all automation control suppliers develop a communication standard that would let the automaker gather data easily from all its machines. This attempt was known as the Manufacturing Automation Protocol (MAP) and it was a huge failure. The controls vendors did not cooperate, resulting in a seven-layer monster that […]
EtherCAT’s EK18xx coupler series integrates digital I/Os
EtherCAT’s (www.ethercat.org) EK18xx coupler series efficiently integrates important functionalities of the EK1100 EtherCAT coupler and the standard digital Input/Outputs in just a single housing. The result is a compact design which has the dimensions of minimally 44x100x68 mm especially suitable for applications whose number of I/Os are relatively smaller. Similar to the regular EK1100 coupler, […]
JVL unveils an EtherCat module for integrated servo motors
JVL (www.jvlusa.com), a leading company in the field of integrated stepper and servo motors, has unveiled an EtherCat module equipped with M12 connectors as well as internal switch technology with Ethernet IN/OUT — the EtherCAT Industrial Ethernet Module. Specifically developed to meet the demand of the market for a new module that features EtherCAT and […]
Lenze introduces Controller 3200 C with EtherCat
Lenze (www.lenze.com), a leading specialist in drive and automation technology, has announced that its ECS servo system now comes with a clock-synchronized EtherCAT interface. The company’s new ECS servo system offers the servo drives high dynamic performance, which is vital in motion tasks requiring the highest precision and speed. Specifically engineered for multi-axis applications in […]
Fast EtherCAT Encoders from Baumer
Southington, Conn. – Offering extremely fast cycle times of just 62 ms, Baumer’s new high speed Absolute ATD EtherCAT Encoders deliver extremely fast positioning, speed control and motor feedback data to simplify communication between drives and control systems in multi-I/O equipment. These compact encoders experience very little clock phase jitter and are available with optional […]
