Industry Products

The AR-ES0892 is powered by the latest Intel Core 2 Duo, Core Duo and Celeron M processors. It has one PCI Express x16 and PCI Slot for expansion, a Trustee Platform Module (TPM) for software security, Anti-Shock Drive bay for 2.5” SATA or ATA HDD, and an Industrial Grade chassis.

The PSK 40 module is 40mm wide x 20mm high and incorporates a 6mm diameter ball screw with the option for 1mm or 2mm lead. The ball screw is manufactured to tolerance class 7 with a preloaded ball nut for high positioning accuracy and stiffness. It is suitable for medical, semiconductor, and small machining applications, where high stiffness and rapid cycle times are required.

Skorpion EISK5 and EISK8 fiber switches boost link distance and provide galvanic isolation, increasing immunity to electrical noise and lightning strikes. The rugged fiber series can extend distances up to 2 km multimode and 15 km single-mode. All fiber models meet regulatory approvals including UL 508, C-UL, CSA C22.2 No. 14-M9, CE Mark and RoHS compliance.

National Instruments today announced the industry’s first high-speed digital I/O instruments for PCI Express to deliver up to 200 MB/s dedicated throughput per direction to and from the host processor. The NI PCIe-6536 25 MHz and NI PCIe-6537 50 MHz low-cost digital I/O boards build on the throughput of the PCI Express interface to acquire and generate large digital patterns that are otherwise impossible to sustain. Using this high-performance bus, the new digital I/O boards can directly stream data to and from the host processor at full data rates with increased performance and lower costs than traditional proprietary test systems. Engineers can use the new instruments to meet a variety of applications including interfacing to memory devices, emulating communications protocols and testing image sensors and display panels.

The latest version of the LabVIEW Digital Filter Design Toolkit has text-based MathScript functions for advanced filter design, new support for multirate filter design and implementation, and enhanced fixed-point code generation that helps embedded designers streamline all aspects of digital filter design, including specification, design, analysis, prototyping and deployment.

With the addition of NI PCIe-8255R, NI PCIe-8231 and NI PCIe-1427 frame grabbers, NI now supports every major digital camera bus, including IEEE 1394b, Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) Vision and Camera Link. Each frame grabber includes NI Vision Acquisition software, a single interface for acquiring, saving and displaying images from industrial cameras.

The VB4 Vacuum-Hoist lifter picks up spools and reels from the side to allow “eye-to-the-sky” stacking. It uses a variable speed hoist for up/down and has a remote vacuum station to provide the attach and release power, with fully integrated fingertip controls located on the handlebar.

RPY industrial electromechanical relays offers 16 and 10 Amp switching in 1 through 4 pole changeover configurations. The relays come standard with a test button, indicating LED and a free wheeling diode is optional for DC coil versions. RPY relays can be mounted directly to a printed circuit board, to a panel with optional top or side flange mounts or, with the use of an optional ZPY socket, on a 35mm DIN rail

Daniel Senior Model 2000 Orifice Fitting to deliver improved safety, maintenance, and up-time. It meets all applicable API 14.3, AGA 3 and ISO 5167 specifications. Safety is enhanced via a retractable locking pin to secure the isolation valve in position when closed. This pin requires a deliberate action by the operator to open the isolation valve, thereby enhancing safety of operation in the product

The EDS-510A Series 10-port managed Ethernet switch provides 3 fiber/copper gigabit ports, making it ideal for building a redundant Gigabit Turbo Ring backbone, while leaving a spare gigabit port for uplink or ring coupling. Applications include process control, shipbuilding, ITS and DCS systems which can benefit from a scalable backbone construction.

Fully encapsulated and connectorized managed and unmanaged Ethernet switches are capable of information transfer and real-time I/O control in harsh industrial environments. The switches support 10/100 Base-T with twisted pair Ethernet cable. The unmanaged switches are available in 5 or 9-port configurations. The managed switch is offered in the 9-port configuration, with one port used as a RS-232 configuration port.

The multiple cable cordsets feature the popular M12 connectors and are available in one connector wired to 2 or 3 separate M12 connectors in both male or female and combinations of both types. Also available is a T connector which can act as a splitter in order to connect two individual cables to a distribution box.

ADVANCED Motion Controls is pleased to announce an OEM-focused program called 'QuickStart.' QuickStart is a system offering including: a servo drive, servo motor, all necessary cables, and an interface board with screw terminal connections to accept an external control system signal - all in one box and ready for fast delivery!

Automation Studio software provides seamless integration of frequency inverters from Danfoss, KEB, Lenze, Schneider and SEW through use of ETHERNET Powerlink open industrial Ethernet network. The inverters can be used in a system and can operate together with servo drives and I/O in a real-time network without problems.

Retriever Series converts serial/Ethernet signals without any modification to the connected PC's hardware or software. The series has three models: RUS-9510A RS-422/RS-485 Isolated high speed repeater; RUS-9520A RS-232 to RS-422/RS-485 converter; and RUS-9530 USB to RS232/422/485 Module

Fully-pneumatic UC Series conveyors are extremely hygienic, making them ideal for a variety of pharmaceutical processing applications, including loading and unloading coating pans, manufacturing tablet cores, and handling or transferring pharmaceutical powders. Unibody Construction Allows for Tool-free Dismantling and Easy Cleaning.

ISaGRAF version 5.1 enhancements include composite functions blocks (embedded objects) that are designed graphically, and a product library that includes IEC 61499 Service Interfaces (SI) for IXL access and Holobloc. They can be used in an application to read or write variable values from any ISaGRAF controller or Holobloc system.

Large format Liquid Crystal Displays can be used in control rooms and digital signs. The enhanced widescreen format is offered in standard sizes of 32”, 40” and 46” and is available with transflective and optically bonded glass.

“Smart Control Units” can synchronize the speeds of up to six different actuators and store frequently used positions for quick selection using only one command. These units have a standardized plug system (DIN8 for actuators and HD15 for operating devices), three or six channels for actuators, and adjustable operating parameters.

PCI-1727U analog output PCI card has 12 analog output channels with a DB-37 connector and is capable of outputting ± 10V and 0~20mA current loops with 14-bit resolution. It’s equipped with 16 TTL DI and 16 TTL DO channels that are suitable for industrial control applications and a universal PCI bus compatible with both 3.3V and 5V signaling.

Simply Modbus test tool allows technicians and system integrators to get to the bottom of MODBUS problems. The software requires little or no training. The software, which functions as a MODBUS RTU or MODBUS ASCII master, can connect directly to a slave device or remotely over a modem or radio system.

The super quiet Vortex A/C uses compressed air to cool enclosures. The noise level is 93% less than other conventional, vortex type cabinet coolers. Three models deliver 900, 1500 or 2500 BTUH of refrigeration, at a smaller size and less cost as an air conditioner.

CmX Series connector features a simplified connection design that replaces conventional circular connectors. The low-profile connectors are 50 percent smaller and lighter than conventional circular connector designs with significantly lower installation costs.

The C9900-F212 and C9900-F214 are stainless steel front plates that protect the C36xx PC from airborne water particles, are IP65-rated, and provide greater application flexibility. This enhancement is ideal for market segments such as packaging, food and beverage production and water treatment.

The ChekVolt interface, installed on an electrical panel, allows maintenance personnel to use a non-contact voltage detector ‘pen’ to check line voltage before and after they open the main disconnect. The ability to pre-verify electrical isolation before opening a panel puts an additional safety measure between electricians and hazardous voltage.

These sensors are designed to measure rotating drive torque using a conventional shaft-to-shaft configuration for in-line placement. The design incorporates a digital non-contact wireless system that provides power to the rotating electronics mounted on the shaft and transmits the signal back to the receiver in digital format.

SeaI/O-520 digital I/O module includes a combination of high-current Form C outputs and optically isolated inputs. It provides eight SPDT relays that can directly switch up to 6A loads at 250VAC and 100VDC. Eight non-polarized inputs can monitor 5-30VDC.

Using a simple USB connection and programming software, DRS61 60mm diameter incremental encoders empower customers to freely program the number of lines from 1 to 8,192, as well as the width of the zero pulse. This flexible programmability allows users to use a single type of encoder that can be programmed at any time, in any location, for any application.

Universal Positioning System lets users position and lock items in any plane. It can be equipped with ball-end mounts or V-block clamps for securely holding video cameras, sensors, and other devices. Ideally suited for use on conveyors and packaging equipment, it provides unlimited degrees of positioning freedom and is very rigid and stable once locked in place.

The 4BKR media-separated solenoid valve controls the flow of either ultra pure or corrosive media preventing premature failure on wetted type solenoid valves. This 2 way, 2 position unit has a low volume valve cavity and rolling diaphragm and won't allow chemicals to gather or dead spots to form which might hinder flow.

Zlinx wireless remote I/O maps directly into a Modbus table, making it an easy fit to any PLC, HMI or PC based control system running LabVIEW or other popular automation software. Wireless modules provide Modbus compatible communication at ranges up to 20 miles.

A smart AC motor drive allowed Centrilift Cable to eliminate a PLC and improve the productivity of winding finished cable onto drums at its facility in Claremore, Oklahoma. Centrilift Cable makes specialized cabling for the electrical submersible pumping systems used in oil and gas wells.

KPXI products are for high speed automated production testing as part of a hybrid test system using precision instruments. Test engineers and designers can combine high-speed data acquisition and tight trigger synchronization of the KPXI products with the precision measurement capabilities in Keithley instruments for a hybrid test system architecture.

JetCon 2401 RS232/422/485 to fiber converter transmits serial protocol over fiber media up to 40km (JetCon 2401-s single-mode) or up to 5km (JetCon 2401-m multi-mode) and provides a higher level of signal quality and security than copper cabling. A fiber optic network link is immune to EMI, RFI, cross-talk, ground loops and other electrical problems, greatly enhancing the signal quality in severe environments.

The ET-10MG offers 8 10/100 Mbps RJ45 ports plus 2 Gigabit combination ports for copper or fiber connections. All of the RJ45 copper ports support auto-negotiating (10/100 or 10/100/1000), auto-crossover and auto-polarity for plug & play connections. The fiber ports 9 & 10 also accept SFP fiber optic transceivers for noise immune links up to 80 km.

InternalWeb DV server software resides within an AXT100 fixed-mount thermal imaging camera and interacts with it, similar to a router's internal web page. Using the server, the AXT100 can connect to a network with Fast Ethernet and stream live video or thermal data to multiple destinations.

D-EPIC control transmitter provides a cost-effective alternative to positioners for Safety Instrumented System (SIS) applications. Exida confirmed the D-EPIC is suitable for Safety Integrity Level 3 (SIL3) service by performing a FMEDA with calculated PFD and SFF values.

Multifunction data acquisition (DAQ) modules and instrument chassis offer increased bandwidth for multiple I/O operations, ease of connectivity, hot-swappable connections, and a sampling rate of up to 3 MSa/sec for a single channel. Users can set up and configure tests swiftly with its plug-and-play USB interface.

ASIMBKKB series offers two circuits in one terminal block that can be mounted on either a 15mm or 35mm DIN rail. It has a current rating up to 20 amps at 300 volts and a wiring capacity of 30-10 AWG. Space is saved in a cabinet along the DIN rail due to the two wiring levels which allows the block to have a double packing density.

Automation Panel 800 offers a high degree of flexibility. Individual expansions for function keys, electromechanical keys, and the E-stop function mean that it can be optimally adapted to the needs of the application. Mounting on swing arm systems allows the operator panel to be placed at the most ergonomically convenient position.

AccuProx analog inductive proximity sensors can sense objects at distances up to 25mm. The sensors are ideal for applications that require precise position sensing and measurement or detection of small variances, such as error-proofing, saw blade deflection, material blemish detection, absolute angle detection and part positioning.

Rosemount MultiVariable 8800 Vortex Flowmeter has isolated, independent vortex and temperature sensors, allowing both sensors to be verified or replaced independently without breaking the process seals. This eliminates process shutdown for verification of the temperature sensor. The flowmeter lowers total installed cost of temperature compensated measurement points by 25% in saturated steam applications.

Capable of speeds up to 30 cases per minute and priced from $52,000, the GS100 series is ideal for a wide array of applications, including food, beverage, consumer goods, and general manufacturing. The GS100 series provides a cost-effective, fully automated palletizer for larger, multi-line operations where high-speed palletizing is not cost-justified, or for converting applications from manual palletizing.

GS110 Process Imaging System for Low Emissivity (Low-E) glass monitors one-side coated flat glass. With the addition of an IR point sensor to measure the temperature on the uncoated side of the glass where the emissivity is both known and significantly higher, the GS110 can automatically correct the thermal image and provide a more accurate result.

CAT1 is an intelligent loop powered 4-20 mA transmitter with linearization; CAT2 is a signal conditioner offering a variety of output options and High and Low flow rate alarms; and CAT3 is an intelligent signal conditioner with linearization and provides a pulse output scaled per unit of flow and optional High and Low flow rate alarms.

The Allen Bradley SmartGuard 600 safety controller, measuring a compact 4 x 3.5 x by 5 in. is for applications that have traditionally fallen between safety relays and safety PLCs. This safety controller helps reduce the wiring and installation costs commonly associated with relay-based systems, and tightly interlocks with programmable controllers.

The Equipment Operations Module leverages the ISA-95 information standard. It helps manufacturers increase operational performance and manufacturing responsiveness by capturing critical equipment performance events and efficiency information. This real-time information is provided to operators and decision-makers, enabling them to take immediate action to improve operational performance.

Built on the industry standards-based ArchestrA software architecture, the Wonderware System Platform allows customers to have one common strategic platform for all of their networked supervisory HMI, SCADA, production management (MES) and performance management (manufacturing intelligence) solutions.

FactoryPMI "Retargeting" allows users to seamlessly launch projects from any server on the network in any client. This paves the way for a global SCADA system. Authentication sessions are maintained during a retarget, allowing users to jump to any screen on any application that they have permission to access without needing to log in again.

DCS800 power converters have supply voltages of 230-1200 Vac, outputs from 20 to 20,000 Adc, and CE, cULus and C-Tick approvals. Expansion modules are available for all commonly used fieldbuses, and for additional analog and digital inputs/outputs.