Rockwell Automation (www.rockwellautomation.com) proudly offers a fully integrated motion solution that operates on similar high-level communications protocol such as those running on other parent automation systems. With the enhancements on its programmable automation controllers (PACs) portfolio, the company now offers Integrated Motion over EtherNet/IP technology. This new technology helps companies optimize their machine design flexibility, […]
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Rockwell’s new component servo drive
Rockwell Automation (www.rockwellautomation.com) is proud to announce the release of its component servo drive that avoids the complexity of traditional servos. Capable of delivering an instantaneous torque of up to 12.55Nm and available from 50W to 1.5kW, the Allen-Bradley Kinetix 3 allows axes to be tailored to the actual power requirements of a machine, thus […]
Molex introduces Brad SST PB3 Remote Module for PROFIBUS connectivity
Molex Incorporated (www.molex.com) is proud to launch its all-new Brad SST PB3 Remote Module for PROFIBUS connectivity, which was displayed at the Molex booth 1028 during the Automation Fair last November 3. The stand-alone hardware platform includes Ethernet and PROFIBUS communication ports that enable easy and fast connectivity to any CompactLogix and ControlLogix controller from […]
Rockwell’s Ultra 3000 Family
Rockwell Automation, Inc. (www.ab.com) has unveiled the new Ultra3000 family that provides solution through its complete set of servo drives, which range from simple standalone index applications to multi-axis integrated motion. Ranging between 110V and 460V power input, these digital servo drives conform to global voltage requirements and offer flexibility to perform in several machine […]
A single network from information technology to motion control
Machine builders have achieved new levels of design flexibility through the use of standard Ethernet network platform to easily connect devices across the enterprise and an entire machine, which include variable servo drives and frequency drives for integrated motion control. The need for different networks to connect devices across an enterprise or set of machines […]
Rockwell Automation introduces Modular Servo Drive for enhanced and simplified machine design
Rockwell Automation (www.rockwellautomation.com) is proud to announce its first powerful, modular servo drive, which leverages embedded EtherNet/IP technology for integrated motion control. Its embedded EtherNet/IP drive with Allen-Bradley Kinetix 6500 servo drive will eliminate the need for dedicated motion network, as well as allowing high-performance smart actuators, I/O, drives and other EtherNet/IP-connected devices to be […]
The new mid-range PACs integrated motion and safety by Rockwell Automation
Rockwell Automation (www.rockwellautomation.com) is proud to announce their latest two mid-range controllers which integrate drive control, discrete, motion and safety capabilities in a single device. The L45S Compact GuardLogix and Allen-Bradley L43S programmable automation controllers (“PACs”) offer functions that are previously available only on Rockwell`s larger Allen-Bradley ControlLogix. These include information and diagnostics capabilities, which […]
Single development environment with complete functionality across multi-disciplined control systems from Rockwell Automation
Rockwell Automation (www.rockwellautomation.com) has added over 30 new capabilities to its RSLogix 5000 configuration and design software to give users complete functionality for multi-disciplined control systems. With new features, including high-integrity add-on instructions (“AOIs”) and integrated motion on EtherNet/IP, the RSLogix 5000 can help manufacturers save engineering time and give them a higher level of […]
Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 753 AC Drive from Rockwell Automation
MILWAUKEE, WI — The new Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 753 AC drive from Rockwell Automation provides machine builders and manufacturers with the versatile motor control they need for general-purpose applications. Designed to meet global user needs, the drive supports multiple languages and complies with global standards and certifications. The second release in the PowerFlex 750 series, the […]
Two-Axis Motion Control Modules from AMCI
Terryville, Conn. – Advanced Micro Controls Inc. (AMCI) announces the 3100 Series two-axis motion control modules for the 1762 MicroLogix PLC. These two-axis controllers plug directly into MicroLogix PLCs and are available in two versions: 3102 (X-Y motion control) and 3102i (X-Y motion control + interpolation). AMCI’s 3100 series modules provide encoder feedback in addition […]
