Industrial Technology

A single network technology for all requirements

As manufacturers around the world recognise the importance of networking as a means to drive up productivity and reduce costs, Associate Editor John Jackson outlines the benefits of EtherNet/IP.

5th September 2011

Remote monitoring and control over Ethernet

Distance isn't an issue with the updated 8.4- and 10.4-inch HG3G touchscreen from IDEC. When you need access to your machine or equipment, but can't get to the factory floor or even to the office, all you need is a computer, a Smartphone or a PDA and you can remotely access, monitor and control your HG3G through a web browser. It really is that simple.

5th September 2011

Vibration controller and dynamic signal analyser

Since their release the 4 and 8 channel VibPilot module from m+p international have become a popular solution for vibration control and dynamic data acquisition applications due to their compact size, excellent analog performance and speed. The unit's flexibility has now been further enhanced by expansion of the system channel count capability with new software that takes advantage of the integrated clock and trigger daisy-chain links.

5th September 2011

Nitrogen purging protects sensing systems against humidity and condensation

Brownell introduces the NEPS1000 (Nitrogen Enhanced Purge System), which is designed to maximise the dry gas purging process for the removal of humidity within all sensing systems. Preventing condensation and high humidity provides increased reliability and extends equipment life and operational availability.

5th September 2011

Multi-channel data recorder

Micro Movements has specialised in the design and manufacture of data recording and analysis instrumentation for approaching 40 years. The systems have been used in many industrial and research areas, particularly in the aerospace, automotive and defence fields.

5th September 2011

Harting adds management functions to Fast Track Switching for even better performance

Fast Track Switching, Harting's innovative Ethernet-based switching technology, is now even more versatile thanks to the introduction of a range of management functions offering determinism and availability combined with redundancy, reliability, diagnosis and much more.

5th September 2011

Next generation Ethernet Terminal Server targets substation network applications

GarrettCom Europe has launched its next generation Ethernet Terminal Server, providing new benchmark standards for configurability, reliability and functionality. The 10ETS terminal server combines up to eight Ethernet ports (in various fibre and copper options) with up to 32 serial ports for applications where maximum port count and diversity are key. The 10ETS addresses the needs of applications where users are looking to upgrade to IP-based networks but where large numbers of serial instruments are installed.

5th September 2011

har-port service interfaces for Ethernet and USB

Harting's har-port is an addition to the company's product range that offers service interfaces for Ethernet and USB. har-port makes control units and industrial computer interfaces accessible from the outside, which means that the new service interface is suitable for use in switchboard cabinets and control terminals. Thanks to its compact and elegant design, however, har-port is also an ideal communications interface for conference tables or high-grade workstations.

12th August 2011

ABB helps clear ice pigs for take-off

ABB is supporting the development of a technology that is set to revolutionise cleaning operations in food and drink, water, nuclear power and other process industries. Invented at the University of Bristol, "ice pigging" promises big cost reductions and environmental improvements in a wide range of cleaning operations.

29th July 2011

UK tourism booms with PLC magic

The Suffolk coastal resort of Southwold is booming as the 'staycation' becomes the holiday of choice for many British families. One of its most popular attractions is the refurbished pier which, thanks to Mitsubishi controllers and a truly original-thinking engineer, combines Edwardian elegance with surreal amusements.

29th July 2011