Mahindra Vehicle Manufacturers Limited (Mahindra) is a market leading manufacturer of utility vehicles including light and heavy commercial vehicles and three-wheelers, accounting for about half of this market in India. Their plant in Chakan, Pune is a Greenfield project, and a very modern facility built from the ground up with state-of-the-art equipment. At the heart of the plant is the Electrified Monorail System (EMS) conveyor, designed to deliver reliable, safe, quiet and efficient transportation of vehicles from one work station to another along the assembly line. [...]

Once named the oil capital of the world, Tulsa, Oklahoma rests near the foothills of the Southern Ozark Mountains. Winding among these wooded hills and across the open wheatlands toward Medford, Oklahoma more than one hundred miles away, lays a Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) pipeline belonging to a midstream oil company. The organization handles over 3 million barrels per day of crude oil, refined products and LPG through an extensive network of pipelines throughout the Midwest. Nationwide, pipeline operational data is monitored in real-time from the company's office control center in Texas. For security, safety, and real-time accessibility, all critical data is transmitted via satellite to the SCADA control center.
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A legacy slip ring automation system was replaced with a new high-tech solution using ProSoft Technology's radios to communicate via EtherNet/IP to CompactLogix and Flex I/O, saving the customer thousands in investments and downtime. [...]

ProSoft Technology is pleased to announce the support of the Industrial Hotspot series of radios in conjunction with Sweet William Automation's new ScadaMobile application for the iPhone/iPod platform. The application is designed to provide engineers with access to live process control variables, and the ability to modify this data remotely from their iPhones. [...]

ProSoft Wireless Designer simplifies the task of planning and specifying your ProSoft Wireless network. The easy to use, wizard-based interface creates a visual layout of your radios and sites, and generates a complete Bill of Materials including radios and accessories. [...]

The RadioLinx 802.11n Industrial Hotspot series provides wireless solutions for plant-floor and field automation applications. The Industrial Hotspot family provides the rugged performance and ease of deployment required for industrial applications. These 802.11n Hotspots use multiple-input/multiple-output (MIMO) technology supporting up to three antennas for each of its two radios. This allows fast data rates up to 300Mbps providing advanced performance in industrial environments. The Dual Weatherproof Radio (RLXIB-IH2N-W) is a great selection for use as a repeater maintaining full bandwidth from each radio, repeating traffic without sacrificing speed. It also has an IP67 rating, making it water and dust-tight for use in all weather and mining applications. [...]

The 104S module accepts commands from an attached master unit on the network and generates unsolicited messages. The PROFIBUS DP Slave (PDPS) protocol interface supports the PROFIBUS V0 Slave implementation protocol, providing powerful data transfer capability between the ProLinx module and Siemens PLCs or other hosts. User configurable data mapping and DP port operation make the interface an easy to use and powerful data transfer tool. [...]

RadioLinx Intelligent Cellular Ethernet modems for the Verizon Wireless USA network, providing wide-area wireless connectivity for industrial Ethernet devices. Use the RLXIC-EV Ethernet Gateway for applications requiring Ethernet connectivity on Verizon Wireless networks. The RLXIC-EV supports the latest 3G CDMA speeds using EV-DO Rev A technology. The RLXIC-EV has a compact form factor, low power consumption and is Class I Div 2 certified for hazardous locations. Applications include SCADA for oil & gas, water & wastewater, and electric utility automation; as well as M2M applications such as remote equipment monitoring, management and control. [...]

VarTech Systems Inc. recently finalized safety and environmental testing for all of its products. This includes FCC regulations, equipment safety, international directives and compliances, and environmentally friendly products conformity. [...]

Advanced Micro Controls Inc. (AMCI), has released the NR25 series of heavy-duty EtherNet/IP encoders. These networked rotary sensors provide an overall measuring range of 16 bits (single-turn resolution) plus 14 bits (number of revolutions), or 30 bits total. With both single-turn and multi-turn versions available, AMCI’s EtherNet/IP encoders are ready for any application. Designed in accordance with ODVA guidelines, the AMCI NR25 EtherNet/IP encoders are 100% compatible with Rockwell Automation, Allen-Bradley, and Schneider PLCs that support EtherNet/IP. [...]

AMCI has developed 1 and 2 channel SSI expansion modules for Allen-Bradley 1762 MicroLogix™ I/O. The AMCI 7160 Series SSI modules enable customers to expand the flexibility of MicroLogix 1100, 1200, and 1400 controllers by adding the ability to monitor rotary and linear applications. [...]

AMCI has expanded their selection of UL Listed stepper drives in response to increased safety and performance requirements for machine builders and OEMs. The SD17040, SD31045, and SD17060 series stepper drives are now certified by Underwriters Laboratories® (UL) as UL Listed products. The UL Listing mark on AMCI stepper drives indicates that the drives have been tested by UL to recognized safety standards.

Do you require an easy to install and affordable way to configure and archive your data? Look no further - MatrikonOPC Desktop Historian is the answer!

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LCD display devices are being increasingly utilized throughout diverse environments. At the same time, customers are demanding greater sophistication and diversity from display systems. Unlike the LCDs used in consumer-oriented products (household televisions and computer monitors) and by many of VarTech’s competitors, the LCDs built into various industrial equipment must adapt to a rapidly expanding list of specifications and harsher real-world applications. To meet the growing demand for higher image quality, smaller size, greater energy efficiency and improved environmental performance, VarTech Systems Inc. recently released its second generation of its popular ‚DiamondVue‛ and ‚CrystalVue‛ product families. [...]

KEPServerEX version 5.3 includes the next generation of DNP3.0 Ethernet and Serial drivers. [...]

Sixnet, a global market leader of machine-to-machine (M2M) networking solutions for industrial and commercial markets, today announced that Autic Systems AS, a distributor of industrial automation systems in Norway, is equipping STX Europe (formerly Aker Yards Electro) ships with marine-certified industrial connectivity from Sixnet.
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Sixnet, a global market leader of machine-to-machine (M2M) connectivity solutions for industrial and commercial markets, today announced the addition of five new partners to its U.S. channel partner program. These new partners have specific expertise and industry knowledge of the power and energy market, and will customize solutions for customers based on Sixnet’s connectivity solutions. [...]

Sixnet, a global market leader of machine-to-machine (M2M) networking solutions for industrial and commercial markets, today announced the new Sixnet IndustrialPro™ Wireless Gateways and Routers at the DistribuTECH conference in Tampa, Florida. Sixnet is currently displaying these new products and other industrial connectivity solutions designed for power and energy customers from March 23-25 at DistribuTECH booth #239. [...]

The RadioLinx 802.11n Industrial Hotspot series provides enterprise-class technology, optimized for rugged industrial performance and easy deployment in the field. These 802.11n Hotspots use multiple-input/multiple-output (MIMO) technology supporting up to 3 antennas. This allows fast data rates up to 300Mbps with EtherNet/IP Requested Packet Interval (RPI) times as low as 2 ms. [...]

The MVI56E Modbus TCP/IP Multi Client Enhanced Communication Module allows Rockwell Automation ControlLogix Programmable Automation Controllers (PACs) to interface easily with multiple Modbus TCP/IP server-compatible instruments and devices. The Multi Client module improves performance when controlling multiple servers on a Modbus TCP/IP network, by supporting up to 30 clients. [...]

The ProLinx family Modbus Master/Slave to DF1 Master/Slave communications module (5102-MCM4-DFCM4) creates a powerful connection between Modbus Master/Slave and DF1 Master/Slave networks and devices. The module is a stand-alone DIN rail-mounted protocol gateway that provides four serial ports, each individually configurable as a Modbus or DF1 Master or Slave.. [...]

The MVI Liquid & Gas Flow Computer Module is a CompactLogix backplane compatible module that allows CompactLogix processors to easily support flow applications with 8 meter runs performing measurement of hydrocarbon gases or liquids using AGA 3, 7, 8 and API 2540 measurement standards. [...]

In the San Joaquin Valley located in the heart of central California, the nutrient-rich soil from which an estimated 12% of the nation’s agricultural products are derived also happens to be the largest petroleum producing region in the state. These vastly different industries converge in the South Belridge Field just outside of Bakersfield, where the sight of cattle grazing between wells can be seen. It is here that Plains Exploration & Production (PXP) Company transformed their steam injection metering and data acquisition systems into a highly sophisticated, automated process comprised of a large network of WirelessHART transmitters and industrial broadband radios. [...]

Advantech’s UNO-3200 series are designed to provide computing power and high-speed I/O expansion for demanding applications, such as machine controller with vision / 3D simulation, embedded server etc. The UNO-3200 series offer Core 2 Duo/Celeron M CPU’s and DVI to handle vision processing and graphic displays. Their next-generation PCI Expansion slot allows users to adopt the latest vision boards. Moreover, with built-in RAID 0/1 support, users can install two SATA hard drives for storage and backup needs. Providing excellent thermal design, these fanless box PCs offer a reliable computing engine to drive any critical industrial application. [...]

Advantech provides Industrial Video Capture Cards to fulfill the rigorous demands of security applications. Advantech's video capture cards feature the latest MPEG-4/H.264 video compression technology and D1 full high resolution at 30 fps, high compression rates for efficient storage, and -10 ~ 60 °C wide operating temperature for harsh environments. Advantech’s PV series of video capture cards come with the advanced PowerView 6000 software, while Advantech’s DVP series includes software development kits for easy customization and integration with third party devices, such as bar code scanners, process controllers, ATMs, speed dome cameras, and more. [...]

Advantech's Power over Ethernet (PoE) solutions provide Ethernet connectivity and 802.3af compliant power via a single Cat5 cable, allowing quick and easy integration of PoE devices and equipment.
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Matrikon's OPC Data Manager (ODM) is a software application that transfers data from one OPC server to another. Use ODM when you need to share data between two or more control systems (e.g. PLC and a DCS). With ODM this connectivity can be accomplished with standard, off-the-shelf software.
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Transportation systems aim at providing communications and technology that allow safe, convenient, comfortable, efficient, and environmentally friendly travel for all commuters. Many cities worldwide are in the midst of improving their transportation system infrastructures, and Advantech is there to provide a helping hand, offering advanced product solutions for the transportation market segment. These include not only intelligent infrastructures, but also intelligent vehicles, and marine & railway management platforms. [...]

Anybus Communicator can connect almost any product with a serial RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485 communication interface to fieldbus and industrial Ethernet networks. [...]

VarTech's All-Weather series includes waterproof, totally sealed, IP67 NEMA 6 LCD displays. These high resolution, sunlight readable LCD displays provide exceptional clarity, viewing angles, extensive operational temperatures (-40°C to +70°C), IP67 (NEMA 6) protection, RAM mounting, and offer the ultra rugged touch screen Armor Touch.
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Gigabit and Fast Ethernet Switches Receive ABB Industrial IT Certification for Compatibility and Interoperability [...]

VarTech offers VBOND either as an optional or standard feature of nearly all VarTech LCD products. With VarTech’s proprietary optical stack, controlling reflected light significantly improves the optical performance of VarTech LCD displays in any ambient lighting condition. [...]

The IPPC-8151S is designed with a fully sealed 316L stainless steel enclosure and uses a special tapered & food safe rubber seal between the bezel and the touchscreen. [...]

High Performance Fanless Box PC with Redundant Ethernet Ports and RAID 0/1 Storage Support [...]

Superior Performance, Low Power Embedded Platforms with Intel® Core™ i7 processors [...]

Advantech’s New Atom-based Fanless Box PC series, the UNO-2173A and UNO-2173AF, are equipped with Intel® Atom™ 1.6 GHz CPUs, Gigabit Ethernet ports, rich I/O, and 1 x Mini PCIe socket. [...]

Along with liquid resistant and air-tight furniture solutions, ATS offer a complete range of standard industrial computer furniture. [...]

Our range of industrial-grade fan-less computer systems based on the energy efficient Intel Atom CPU. Their sealed fan-less design prevent the harming effects of dust and dirt from inhibiting the performance on these systems. [...]

Completing the ATS MI Client Range, the MI Data Pro Client offers customers Intel® Core 2 Duo performance in a client foot-print that is less than 50mm larger than the Intel® Atom based ATS MI Data Client! [...]

Combining eight isolated COM ports, a wide temperature range (-20 ~ 75° C), IP40 protection, and grounding isolation between chassis and system, the UNO-1140F is a robust and compact DIN-rail PC for micro controller and data gateway tasks in machine automation, factory automation and building automation applications. Unlike RISC-based PCs, Advantech’s x86-based SoC not only integrates general PC functions into a single chip and supports open architectures, but also provides a VGA port. The UNO-1140F is an ideal solution for industrial device-level applications. [...]

Rapidly flush out and contain defects with Inspect 5.0. This is a step up from Inspect 4.1, the main engine behind ASI DataMyte's Defect and Rework Tracking Solution. Using the solution ensures that prototype schedules become focused and shortened, significantly accelerating product launch cycles and time to market. And, the scrap and rework cost savings combined with the efficiency gains translate into substantial dollar returns, and, of course, a higher quality product. [...]

Featured Wireless Whitepaper | As the international standard for power substation automation systems, IEC 61850 defines the communication between devices in the substation and related system requirements. It supports substation automation functions as well as their engineering. Unlike earlier protocols, the technical approach makes IEC 61850 flexible and future-proof. [...]

Here is the story of how one company, Arizona Automation, working with Cogent Real-Time Systems, used the OPC DataHub in a last-minute effort to avert disaster. [...]

Featured Wireless Whitepaper | Ethernet for industrial communications is growing rapidly in factory automation, process control and SCADA systems. The ODVA EtherNet/IP network standard is gaining popularity as a preferred industrial protocol. [...]

It is easy to create well formatted reports that show the most recent data from your processes. This removes the errors associated with manual data entry and guarantees that reports will always be completed on time. [...]

The Activplant family of products provides a strong foundation for manufacturers who need to focus on strategies for moving their enterprise forward. Data—in itself—does not provide Business Intelligence. [...]

Constructed from marine grade aluminum with a UV protected powder coating, FPM-8192V ensures reliability even in harsh outdoor conditions. [...]

These rugged rack-mount switches offer high port counts, flexible configurability and enterprise class performance. [...]

The Industrial Automation Group of Advantech introduces the EKI-6311G 802.11b/g Wireless Access Point, Client Bridge and Repeater, which offers standards-based and license-free wireless connectivity for industrial devices, equipment, and applications. [...]