Industry Products

Options for the Brooks Instrument QUANTIM Coriolis family of low-flow measurement products include a Hastelloy C-22 Coriolis sensing tube for use in environments encountering corrosive fluids, and a high pressure option for use in applications with pipeline pressures up to 4500 psi (300 bar).

The NorthStar HD20, HD25, HSD23, HSD38 and DWD38 encoders are designed for washdown and intrinsically safe environments. A double-labyrinth sealed housing enables the encoders to achieve ratings of IP66/IP67 and NEMA 4X or NEMA 6. All are available with optional stainless steel or nickel plated housings. Intrinsically-safe versions are available certified to ATEX EEx ia IIB T4.

The ColorMax-1000 RGB color sensor has 4 discrete outputs plus sends raw RGB readings as analog signals representing the intensity of each color component. The raw RGB signals can be input to programmable logic controllers containing specific algorithms to evaluate the data. Enabling operators to see the intensity of individual RGB readings allows them to adjust a process quickly to maintain color consistency.

Yokogawa Corporation of America announced that Desselle-Maggard Corporation, with headquarters in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, will be providing technical sales and service for Yokogawa’s industrial automation, process control and test and measurement divisions in, Louisiana, Arkansas, and the Golden Triangle, encompassed by Beaumont, Port Arthur and Orange, Texas.

EDG-4100W and EDG-4110W serial to wireless 802.11b boards enable wireless networking. They can fit into almost any legacy OEM serial device and connect it to the wireless Ethernet world. COM port mapping is provided by both modules for convenient communications with the host PC through an 802.11b wireless network.

STX Series enclosures are ideally suited for industrial applications. They are available in IP65 / Nema 12/4/4x rated models from 12 x 8 x 6” to 47 x 31 x 12” with IP55 / Nema 12 double-door versions available in sizes up to 31 x 47 x 12”. All STX Series enclosures are provided with a back plate, locking system, and other mounting accessories. They are also available with an optional plexiglass door or stainless steel rain canopy.

TessEm8000 is fully compatible with the TESSELATOR 8000 product family and will run on any PC platform with Windows 2000 or Windows XP operating system installed. It can replace a TESSELATOR 8000 system, including X.25 communication and multi-displays, without any need to change or modify the host application. Any CRT, TFT or Plasma type display compatible with the PC can be used.

The AEP-2000R pure sine inverters deliver clean output power for sensitive loads and for improving AC equipment performance. It is available in three standard input configurations of 12VDC, 24VDC and the less frequently found 48VDC. Outputs are available in 115 or 230VAC versions, which are regulated to +/-2% or better.

The CD26-PL pneumatic ISO plug-in valve manifold systemm, in accordance with ISO standard 15407-2, has simultaneous pneumatic and electrical connection for the valve on the base plate. The advantage of this plug-in solution is the ability to exchange the valves faster, easier, and safer.

Industrial-grade EISX_M, EICP_M, and EISB_M managed switches have full-duplex capability on all ports, IGMP Snooping, port mirroring, VLAN, auto-negotiation and manually configurable speed/duplex, wire-speed switching fabric, SNMP for switch management, and IEEE 802.1D Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)¯all important to control networks.

MCCR solenoid connector uses pass-through technology to enable the control of multiple solenoids, either parallel or independent devices, with only one connection to the controller. Designed with double solenoids and solenoid valve manifolds in mind, the MCCR provides simplified wiring and easy replacement of components in an automated, modular environment.

Universal Flow Monitors, Inc. offers CoolPoint™ vortex shedding flowmeters for measuring and monitoring water and coolant. Applications include automated and robotic manufacturing and most process industries.

Universal Flow Monitors, Inc. offers FlowStream® OFM Series mass flowmeters for fast and accurate measurement of nonaggressive gases.

Universal Flow Monitors, Inc. offers a series of flowmeters for monitoring circulating lubricating oil and other clean fluids in industrial and mining applications.

In addition to direct communication with the drive, the operator panels have built-in recipe controls, alarm management, multi-level password security and optional Ethernet TCP/IP or Profibus DP connectivity. The rugged display terminals are designed to help operators easily access, diagnose and optimize production processes.

The X20 and X67 bus controllers can be used as standard I/O components on DeviceNet, Profibus DP, CANopen and ETHERNET Powerlink. The master can be any PLC system from any manufacturer.

The EdgeWare controller extends the reach of enterprise applications such as SAP to a variety of plant floor devices within industrial and building automation, retail, and transportation environments. The controller bridges the device-to-enterprise gap by making devices “speak-up” to enterprise applications.

MULTI integrated development environment (IDE) and INTEGRITY real-time operating system (RTOS) provides a comprehensive suite of development tools and an operating system for TI’s multicore TMS320DM644x processors based on DaVinci technology.

NI PXI-4022 guard and current amplifier enhances the resistance, capacitance and current measurement capabilities of the NI PXI-4071 7½-digit digital multimeter (DMM) and NI M Series data acquisition modules. The high-speed, high-precision amplifier is ideal for in-circuit testers and manufacturing defect analyzers in automated test equipment and consumer electronics applications.

The monitoring system includes intelligent Rosemount 753R indicators that provide reliable wireless communication of measurement data, alerts, and device health status through established cellular networks. The data is accessed via the secure iTraX web interface.

PlantState Suite 5.0 has been enhanced to include a number of embedded capabilities, which until now have only been available as separate products from various vendors. These include an historian, OPC server, development system, and real-time I/O.

The Avantis unit of Invensys Process Systems will demonstrate its comprehensive suite of enterprise asset management, condition monitoring, and decision support solutions at the 2006 Enterprise Asset Management Summit (EAM-2006), March 8-10, in Las Vegas, NV.

Whether objects are in solid, liquid or powder form; whether you want to detect, count, measure, monitor or position, sensors are invaluable in plants of all types and sizes; in conveyor systems, packaging lines or printing presses, and in robot cells, lifts, industrial presses or automatic welding applications.

Datalogic Jet™ PDA works with WINDEV mobile 10, an integrated development environment to easily and quickly develop applications for mobile computers. With WINDEV mobile it is possible to better utilise the specific functions of Windows CE. Net and use the bar code reader and RFID tag reader.

The BradControl Classic 60mm wide I/O modules for PROFIBUS come in an 8-port 16-channel format with the availability of four I/O configurations supporting both PNP and NPN input devices. For a smaller I/O count, BradControl PROFIBUS Compact 30mm wide discrete I/O products provide an 8-channel format.

Three new components have been added to the SIMATIC® RF600 RFID line: the SIMATIC RF610 mobile UHF reader, SIMATIC RF620L Smartlabels, and SIMATIC IT Production Modeler.

This identification and verification system meets the credentialing requirements of Federal Information Processing Standards 201 (FIPS 201), which requires identity verification of federal employees and contractors.

Pro-Motion® 3.0 is an easy to use Windows-based application designed to accelerate motion system development by providing ready-to-go capabilities that can be shared by the entire development team. The latest version of Pro-Motion supports PMD’s family of ION® Digital Drives, making it easy to graph and analyze system performance.

DeskTop 4.0 is a new generation of PC-based productivity tools for the development of material handling and assembly automation applications. It provides a consolidated user environment on a commercial Microsoft Windows PC product for the set up and application configuration of Adept Smart SERVO intelligent robotic systems.

GE-Series machine vision cameras conform to the draft AIA “GigE Vision” standard. The GE-Series gigabit Ethernet cameras offer high-performance digital imaging for applications in machine vision, industrial inspection, traffic monitoring, and public security.

AMO-Rt alarm management solution integrates data collection, archive, analysis, real-time dynamic alarm management, alarm shelving, operator interface and more in a single application framework.

The USB-4718 supports seven different types of thermocouples (J, K, T, E, R, S, B), six voltage input ranges, 0-20mA or 4-20mA current input to support variety of sensors, and 16 isolated digital I/O channels. The USB- 4718 supports either USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 buses.

Addition of laser shaft alignment rounds out the CSI 2130, offering users a complete set of capabilities for fast, accurate assessment of rotating machinery condition.

Designed for their respective control platforms, this new packaging application library for PackAL is available for download from the companies’ websites. PackAL is an application library developed by PackSoft, the OMAC technical subcommittee working toward the standardization of software for the packaging industry.

Enhancements to SLC 500-Series controllers that help improve messaging performance over CIP-based networks and support higher levels of security in control system programming. These features are available in SLC 5/03, 5/04, and 5/05 controllers with Series C, Version FRN-10 firmware, and require Rockwell Software RSLogix 500 software (version 7.10 or higher) for programming and configuration.

Thr SBC86804 board comes with a mainstream LGA775 package for Intel® Pentium® 4 and Celeron® D processors with a 533/800MHz front side bus (FSB) and integrated Intel® 915GV Express chipset and built-in PCI-express Fast/Gigabit Ethernet interfaces.

Features included in the v.6.1 release are the data replication session configuration of historians, status of client activity and performance monitoring, and the ability to combine multiple data files for easier data management.

ABB's new-generation of low voltage AC drives have been designed to cut machine building and assembly times significantly. The drives, model ACS150 and ACS350, are designed specifically for global OEMs and system integrators -- and can operate in motor control modes tailored to the desired level of performance.

The combination of Intermec's CK60 rugged mobile computer and ADC's QuickStart Warehouse Mobility Kit brings every aspect of warehouse operations--sales order processes, purchase orders, and inventory control card and transaction screens--directly to the mobile user.

Yokogawa Electric Corporation and its group companies announce the launch of a VigilantPlant Asset Excellence Initiative that aims to apply the Yokogawa VigilantPlant vision to plant asset management in order to achieve operational excellence and create an environment where plant personnel can “See Clearly, Know in Advance, and Act with Agility.”

Machining Point Control’s Acceleration Rate Sensor Unit simultaneously detects the acceleration rate at the machine of three axes. The servo system software then uses the detected acceleration rate to control the motor’s motion to reduce vibration, stabilizing the machine at the tool tip and enabling precision machining and quick positioning.

With the Extio(TM) F1400 solution, the user interface of the computer -- the keyboard, mouse, monitors, audio peripherals, and graphics hardware -- are separated from the rest of the computer by up to 250 meters (820 feet) of fiber-optic cable.

A state-of-the-art, two-wire, loop powered device, the WT5200 is designed for challenging bulk solids measurement applications. The transmitter is unaffected by dust or feed flow, accurately measuring the level of materials with dielectric constants as low as 1.3, such as plastic pellets, or fly ash.

The new GLL limit switch comes in a compact and lightweight RoHS compliant package at a price that is up to 40% lower than comparable products. Potential OEM applications include elevators, escalators, aerial platform lifts, packaging equipment and industrial doors.

Version 1.2 of xCoupler enterprise transaction module provides a bi-directional interface between Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLCs and IBM WebSphere MQ systems for simple two-tier communications. This ets users exchange data from plant floor devices connected to ControlLogix, such as sensors, robots, RFID controllers, etc., with WebSphere MQ enterprise messaging systems.

Tendril Service Broker v1.0 on a low-power wireless network platform supports the EmberZNet 2.0 ZigBee-compliant network stack. The Tendril Service Broker is also compliant with the EmberNet proprietary network platform and will support numerous additional network platforms in the coming months.

An explosion-proof version of the ROD 420 rotary encoder has a standard housing diameter of 58 mm, overall length of 83 mm, and complies with the requirements of the directive 94/9 EG (ATAX 100a). The encoder is available with line counts of 250 to 5000. The maximum surface temperature is 120 degrees Celsius (284 degrees Fahrenheit).

The site combines the complete motion control solutions portfolio across all Danaher Motion brands, including Kollmorgen, Thomson, Dover and Portescap, among others, into a single presence.

The 750-670 module provides stepper motor and servo drive control in a compact 12mm wide package. The 750-670 supports two pulse output patterns, step/direction or incremental encoder, which are configured via a function block in WAGO's IEC 61131-3 programming tool - WAGO-I/O-PRO CAA.

KG thermoplastic and KR metal foot switches can be ordered with or without pedal protection cover. Options include pedal actuator lock, two-stage safety lever, two-pedal with left pedal free actuation, and right pedal with safety lever.

LANpoint® TIME series of time and attendance terminals provide real-time data collection for tracking and reporting employee productivity. Configurations are ready for any time and attendance, work-in-process, production reporting, access control, machine monitoring and control, and labor reporting and scheduling project no matter how straightforward or complex.

Offered in aluminum and cast iron frame configurations, these motors include high efficiency and industry-leading NEMA PremiumR efficient designs to help motor users lower energy costs and extend service life. A unique die cast copper rotor and special stator designs provide the added efficiency of these motors.

Equipped with a full range of standard features, these 8-, 16- and 24-port copper/fiber Managed Ethernet switches provide Ethernet network management, and visibility into industrial Ethernet networks by generating statistics such as data rate, throughput, and the number of error frames being received. This status information is available through a web browser.

Leadscrew Assemblies includes a broad offering of acme leadscrews, advanced coatings and the most technically advanced anti-backlash nuts available in the market. These products provide designers with improved axial system stiffness.

The unit features 8 Form C (SPDT) electromechanical relays and 8 optically isolated digital inputs with change-of-state interrupt generation. The WM-IIRO-8 is an intelligent 8-bit parallel digital I/O unit that communicates with an ACCES Wireless Serial Modem (sold separately) via a 900MHz wireless connection.

The PCM-3718HO is a multifunctional I/O card with PC/104 interface, 16 analog inputs, one analog output, 16 digital I/O channels, and counter functions. Using the compact PC/104 form factor, the card enables better integration and can be fitted into smaller systems.

The new lines of UHZ miniature ultrasonic and FARS, MQ and HEE/HER series sensors start at $45.

The USB-1408FS provides 8 single-ended or 4 differential analog inputs, 14-bit resolution in differential mode, 13-bit resolution in single-ended mode, 8 software selectable input ranges, with sample rates up to 48 kilosamples per second. The unit provides two channels of 12-bit analog output, a 32-bit counter, and 16 bits of digital I/O. It is fully compatible with USB 1.1 and USB 2.0, and is supported by the Windows 2000 and XP operating systems.

he PSQ 6000 monitoring system from Rexroth provides non-destructive testing for medium-frequency applications in automotive welding and assembly lines. The system guarantees absolute process reliability and consistency of weld quality — even with the most demanding material combinations.

The EP820 EPIC (Embedded Platform for Industrial Control) form factor single board computer features an Intel® 915GM with ICH*6M chipset and supports both Intel® Pentium® M and Celeron® M processors).

eXtremeDB 3.0 is a major upgrade of the in-memory embedded database for intelligent devices, including NVRAM support. NVRAM is memory that is backed up by a battery so even if a device is turned off or loses its power source, the content of the memory remains.

Based on proven magnetic float technology, Mobrey gauges provide reliable level measurement of all liquids - including aggressive or toxic - without the need for an external power source. As a result, plant engineers can continue to monitor hazardous materials despite planned or un-planned power cuts.

Particularly suited for single-line applications in the food and consumer goods industries, the A-780 utilizes high-level infeed and right-angle pattern formation to achieve outstanding pattern flexibility. New options increase the A-780's capacity for low- to mid-speed palletizing applications.

JetPort 5201 single port RS232 serial device server provides serial to Ethernet performance of 460.8kbps in full duplex. It provides a transparent data gateway from serial to Ethernet and vice versa. Users can use TCP / UDP sockets or Windows COM / Linux tty driver to transmit data without modifying original controlling programs.

The SL Series offers a large selection of actuator configurations with either plastic or die-cast housings to satisfy most application requirements. A rotatable head provides four actuator mounting positions for versatile installation. A NEMA 4 enclosure allows these switches to withstand water washdown cleaning.

OEMs can use the new ET-5MS-OEM-2 board to create their own Ethernet Switch by adding packaging, a power supply and connectors. Or they can embed this super compact board (3.5" x 2.5" /8.9 x 6.4 cm) directly into their existing product or system to add powerful Ethernet connectivity. The ET-5MS-OEM-2 is fully industrial rated for operation from - 40 to + 75°C and low power, drawing less than 2 Watts.

The FactoryPMI industrial SCADA server enables launching HMI clients without the cost of individual client licenses or the need to physically install client software at each workstation. Clients can be run as web-deployed applications or as applets inside a browser window.

The FactorySQL OPC to SQL data-bridge features point and click configurability to achieve bi-directional data flow with virtually any SQL database. SQL database logging can now be accomplished in minutes. FactorySQL supports triggers, batch transfers, alarming, alerting, auditing, and other features.

STAC6-Q Stepper Drives feature Q programming, a comprehensive programming language with options for downloading, storing and executing multiple programs with a single drive. The drives provide current output from 0.5 to 6.0 A with 90-135 VAC input, 50/60 Hz, and software selectable resolutions from 200 to 51,200 steps/rev at speeds up to 133 rps.

The MicroFlex e100 provides a migration path for motion automation builders currently using positioning drives compatible with the CANopen DSP 402 standard. It also gives users the flexibility to upgrade a control system architecture in stages.

Development kit for DM1800 embedded wireless mesh networking module family allows a user to create a wireless sensor network demonstration in minutes, and to prototype an actual application in a matter of hours.

Green Hills Software and Esterel Technologies joiontly developed a Model-Driven Solution (MDD) for safety-critical embedded software code generation and product development. This creates a DO-178B Level A and IEC 61508 SIL3 compliant end-to-end solution, spanning software modeling, code generation, compilation, and RTOS integration.

NI SignalExpress Tektronix Edition features seamless connectivity to the new Tektronix DPO4000 Series oscilloscopes and AFG3000 Series waveform generators, providing engineers with a fast and easy means for connecting to and controlling Tektronix instruments.

LV-S Series of Super-small Digital Laser Optic Sensors are claimed to be the world's smallest, high-performance laser sensors.

NI Developer Suite, the software subscription program that bundles together the software tools needed to build a complete measurement system, features more of the NI software platform, making it easier for customers to get all the products they need for design, test and control applications, and save money at the same time.