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Inductive Automation Announces First Fully Cross-platform System Based On Opc-ua
October 13th, 2010
Inductive Automation, a recognized pioneer in the realm of web-based and database-centric HMI, SCADA and MES solutions, is pleased to announce Ignition by Inductive Automation – the industry’s first top-to-bottom cross-platform SCADA system built on OPC-UA.
“With the operating system wars moving into high gear and with the recent widespread adoption of OPC-UA by major software vendors, there was really no other choice than to develop a fully cross-platform, OPC-UA based solution,” said...
Free Modbus Driver Added To Ignition Opc-ua
October 13th, 2010
Inductive Automation is pleased to announce the addition of Modbus TCP/ IP to Ignition OPC-UA, the world’s first cross-platform, completely free OPC-UA server. The Modbus protocol is used in millions of devices around the world. The new driver allows Ignition OPC-UA to connect to a broad variety of devices, such as solar cells, lights, generators, flow meters, and even bar code scanners and refrigeration skids.
Ignition OPC-UA is offered free as a stand-alone server, and is also...
October 11th, 2010
VISTA, Calif., – August 30, 2010–BEI Kimco Magnetics, a company of Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST), Inc., has introduced the uniquely designed LA15-16-043Z Voice Coil Actuator featuring a large diameter clear aperture, compact size, and force high capabilities. Design engineers will find the new actuator an ideal solution where space savings through system integration is critical.
The actuator’s aperture can be used for product feed-through, laser beams or other illumination...
October 11th, 2010
September 21, 2010 – BEI Kimco Magnetics, a company of Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST), Inc., recently developed a BLDC motor to meet the challenging high speed requirements for a Turbomolecular Vacuum Pump application. The Turbomolecular pump is widely used in the semiconductor device manufacturing process, which requires highly compressed gases for chemical deposition and implantation. The pump design incorporates the specially designed BEI motor driven turbine rotor, which is capable of...
Ppt Vision Announces Advanced Asynchronously-triggered Four-camera Embedded Vision System
October 8th, 2010
PPT VISION announces a significant breakthrough in vision system technology and capabilities with their just-released IMPACT® M-Series Embedded Vision System. The new M-Series System allows users to perform up to four unique inspections that can be initiated independently—at different times or simultaneously—utilizing a single vision processor. Significant cost savings are achieved by eliminating the need to purchase multiple systems for separate inspection/guidance programs, as well as...
World Premiere - Spring Ahtd Meeting
October 8th, 2010
At 7:00 AM on Thursday, October 14th, the Fall AHTD Meeting will kick off with a world-premiere demonstration of Perfect Distribution that's going to shock the industrial automation industry and forever change the way that distributors and manufacturers do business.
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Oil And Gas Company Leans Warehouse Using Vertical Lift Modules
October 6th, 2010
National Oilwell Varco is dedicated to providing the highest quality oilfield products and services. For more than 140 years, National Oilwell Varco has been providing customers everything from spare parts to comprehensive drilling systems; including rig equipment, integrated systems, downhole tools and supply chain solutions.
Committed to improving their customer’s performance, the National Oilwell Varco-Sam Houston Parkway Facility (SHP) was continually developing new and innovative...
Digital Servo Drive And Controller In One High-performance Product
October 6th, 2010
The Aries Controller combines the powerful features of the ACR Controller with the Aries digital servo drive for a complete stand-alone servo solution in one small package.
September 29th, 2010
Our Biggest Beacon Just Got Brighter!
With the newly enhanced 280 LED Beacon, anything is possible.
WERMA has added the random flickering EVS (Enhanced Visibility System) signal and a double-flashing LED output to their largest sized beacon family. This product series now includes rotating mirrors, revolving triple Fresnel lenses, LED obstruction lights, LED permanent light output, double flash via Xenon strobe, rotating LED light output, as well as two new light effects. In addition, this larger beacon allows for better visibility and quicker reaction to change in a machine or area status. With a variety of mounting arrangements, colors, light effects, and voltages these beacons are suitable for many applications. Customize a solution to fit your needs and enjoy long lamp life with virtually no maintenance!
Enx As-interface Gateways Combine Advanced Features
September 22nd, 2010
ENX AS-Interface Gateways Combine Advanced Features
ENX Series AS-Interface Gateways support both Modbus/TCP and Ethernet/IP protocols for seamless communication with standard and safety networks in a single gateway. They also include a number of advanced features for enhanced network performance and diagnostics retrieval.
“These gateways provide significantly more than just an easy transition from Ethernet to AS-Interface. In the past, two separate gateways were required to...