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		B&R's Automation Studio integrates with EPLAN Electric P8 - 05/03/12 The seamless interaction between EPLAN Electric P8 and Automation Studio allows development to occur in parallel processes.

		B&R adds Profinet to SafeLOGIC safety controller - 04/30/12 SafeLOGIC safety controller model for Profinet allows execution of the safety-related application program and monitoring the overall configuration of the application.

		B&R releases winder software for printing on ultra-thin plastic film - 03/06/12 Software can handle open-loop tension control using a set torque value or closed-loop tension control with the aid of measurement value feedback or a dancer.

		B&R opens offices in Minnesota and Wisconsin - 01/15/12 The Milwaukee office is headed by Joel Warren. Rick Forsgren will manage the Eagan, Minnesota office.

		Marc Wolf joins B&R Industrial Automation - 01/11/12 Wolf is Business Development Manager for the company’s Global Packaging Solutions Group.

		B&R’s John Kowal elected to PMMI board - 11/22/11 Kowal is the first Supplier Member to be elected to the PMMI board, a recognition of the key role suppliers play in the advancement of packaging technology.

		B&R X20 System certified for maritime use - 11/01/11 The X20 System achieved the seal of quality for maritime applications after extensive testing by the certification institute Germanischer Lloyd (GL).

		DDASCA Consortium defines openSAFETY as standard - 10/24/11 openSAFETY has been declared an official communication standard by the DDASCA Consortium (Dependable Distributed Architecture for Safety Critical Applications).

		B&R introduces ACOPOSinverter P84 - 10/20/11 ACOPOSinverter P84 has an integrated POWERLINK interface and a performance range of 0.37 to 500 kW.

		B&R announces Powerlink X67 bus controller - 10/18/11 Equipped with 12 digital channels that can be configured as either inputs or outputs, the module can be adapted to any task.

		B&R connects to Maplesoft for modeling - 06/15/11 Physical models designed in MapleSim can be transferred to B&R controller hardware, resulting in a hardware-in-the-loop simulation that emulates the machine's behavior in real time.

		B&R signs Advanced Motion Systems as distributor - 05/23/11 AMS is a high tech distributor covering Upstate New York.

		B&R announces POWERLINK interface to Stäubli robots - 04/25/11 A POWERLINK interface on Stäubli's uniVAL drives allows Generic Motion Control programs from B&R controllers to be transferred to the robots.

		B&R announces ACOPOSmulti65 machine-mounted inverter - 04/25/11 The inverters are designed with IP65 protection, which makes it possible to attach them directly to the machine.

		B&R releases POWERLINK slave for FPGAs - 04/18/11 The Ethernet connection consists of a reference design that speeds up fast time-to-market and makes all of the features of the POWERLINK technology easy to use.

		B&R expands 8LV servo motor series - 03/24/11 All mechanical and electrical elements in the servo motors have been integrated into a compact unit, so the system is able to achieve the highest precision while taking up the least amount of space.

		B&R adds Automatic Code Generation to Automation Studio - 03/23/11 B&R also offers the possibility of generating even more efficient and easier to read source code based on the Real-Time Workshop Embedded Coder.

		B&R adds FDT/DTM to Automation Studio - 03/21/11 Automation Studio software now has a universal FDT container (Field Device Tool) for linking any Device Type Manager (DTM) using a plug-in interface.

		B&R enhances System Diagnostics Manager - 03/20/11 Enhancements include web access, allowing a user to access information about system hardware and software from anywhere in the world.

		B&R signs Kundinger Controls as distributor in Michigan - 03/17/11 AchieKundinger, based in Auburn Hills, Michigan, distributes, designs, engineers, manufactures, installs, and provides ongoing service support for machine applications.

		B&R announces custom designs for operator interface panels - 03/16/11 In just a few simple steps, Panel Designer allows machine manufacturers and end users to creatively design the exterior surface of their operator interface panels.

		B&R announces standardized modules for CNC - 03/01/11 The software package makes it possible to shorten development times and quickly implement automation processes.

		B&R signs distributor in Indiana - 02/27/11 IFP Automation offers B&R’s complete line of electrical automation products in addition to a full array of fluid power offerings.

		B&R Automation enhances PC 800 panel PCs - 02/03/11 PC 800 and 810 panel PCs now have an Intel Core2 Duo P8400 processor and the GM45 chipset.

		B&R adds servo control to ACOPOSmicro motion control - 12/05/10 The flexible drive architecture enables a problem-free changeover from a stepper motor to a servo version and vice versa.

		B&R adds IP69K protection to its HMIs - 10/25/10 IP69K protection is available for HMI devices ranging from terminals to Power Panels.

		Profinet and Powerlink are top real-time Ethernet protocols - 09/16/10 IMS Research says POWERLINK and PROFINET are the most used industrial Ethernet protocols for transferring machine and sensor data in true real-time.

		B&R releases 120 kW module for ACOPOSmulti servo drives - 07/21/10 The modules are offered for cold plate and feed-through mounting and have two open slots that allow the use of various ACOPOSmulti plug-in cards.

		B&R introduces Panel 920 stainless steel PC for hygienic applications - 06/28/10 The stainless steel panel PC features a special hygienic design with a single-piece front foil that is free of gaps and seams which could collect dirt.

		B&R adds temperature control to Automation Studio - 06/23/10 Closed-loop temperature control package makes commissioning of temperature control loops both faster and more effective.

		Ethernet POWERLINK Standardization Group announces openSAFETY - 05/02/10 With openSAFETY, the Ethernet POWERLINK Standardization Group (EPSG) has now laid the foundation for the first completely open safety-related data communication protocol for all areas of automation.

		B&R releases Power Panel 65 operator panel - 04/22/10 PP65 operator panel combines high performance and compact design in a central operating and control unit.

		B&R releases DIN rail power supplies - 04/14/10 Line ranges from 2.1 A single-phase to 40 A three-phase and can handle an input voltage range of 100-240 VAC for single-phase devices to 400-500 VAC for three-phase devices.

		B&R puts ID chips in its motors - 02/26/10 The chip stores pertinent mechanical and electronic motor data such as serial number, type, parameters, and manufacturer specifications.

		B&R Industrial Automation forms Packaging Group - 01/21/10 B&R Industrial Automation formed a team of packaging experts to work closely with the packaging industry community.

		Uwe Keiter joins OMAC executive committee - 12/06/09 Keiter will take over as the representative for technology suppliers in the executive committee of the OMAC Packaging Workgroup (OPW).

		B&R adds Wonderware software to HMIs - 11/23/09 B&R will be offering preinstalled InTouch Compact Edition software from Wonderware on its Windows CE based HMI devices.

		B&R adds Atom processor to industrial PCs - 11/15/09 Automation PC 620 and Panel PC 700 are now available with Intel Atom processors.

		B&R releases 80MPH NEMA 34 stepper motors - 08/26/09 80MPH 86 mm flange stepper motors have holding torque values ranging from 4.0 to 13.6 Nm.

		B&R releases illuminated light fixture - 08/12/09 The light fixture provides for uniform illumination of the key, which increases the readability of the key label.

		B&R announces System Diagnostics Manager - 07/22/09 The tool allows seamless system diagnostics of a machine from any location using any web browser (Intranet or Internet).

		B&R releases power supply for small drives - 07/13/09 The power supply module is designed for continuous power output of 1 kW and can be easily configured via a fieldbus connection.

		B&R introduces SafeDESIGNER safety software - 06/08/09 SafeDESIGNER provides an integrated safety tool for programming safety-related functions from within the Automation Studio development environment.

		B&R adds IO Link to X20 - 04/23/09 All four channels are IO Link channels, but can also be used as standard inputs or outputs.

		B&R releases 8JS synchronous motors - 02/22/09 8JS motors have sinusoidal commutation with an EnDat encoder or resolver as feedback unit.

		B&R opens second office in Great Britain - 02/10/09 The new office is in Andover, located in the county of Hampshire. Chris Hansford will manage the office.

		VDC Research sees strong growth for POWERLINK networks - 02/10/09 Study says Ethernet IP, TCP/IP and Modbus TCP are the most common Ethernet-based systems on the American market today. The highest increases in market share over the next four years are expected for POWERLINK and ProfiNet.

		B&R adds fiber optic connection X20 hub Ethernet system - 02/08/09 Fiber optic module increases the distance between decentralized, remote modules up to 2,000 meters (1,242 miles).

		B&R enhances Automatic Code Generation software - 01/27/09 Automation Studio Target for Simulink now allows seamless interaction between MATLAB, Simulink and Automation Studio.

		B&R introduces bus controllers for CANopen and POWERLINK - 12/10/08 The CAN bus controller meets the CANopen specifications DS 301 and DS 401, while the POWERLINK bus controller has two M12 connections for the fieldbus.

		B&R adds POWERLINK interface connection to STR912FA microcontroller - 12/08/08 Port provides an open solution which allows users to connect devices to POWERLINK networks.

		POWERLINK specification V.1.1.0 adds new features - 12/03/08 Improvements include the complete integration of high availability functionality and a greater bandwidth for the asynchronous phase.

		B&R donates power panels to California State Univ Chico - 10/21/08 Students at Chico are working on projects with industrial hardware donated by B&R Industrial Automation.

		B&R adds Windows XP to POWERLINK software - 10/02/08 openPOWERLINK, the open source version of the real-time communication system POWERLINK, is now also available for Windows XP.

		B&R introduces 8LSA series servo motors - 09/26/08 19- or 25-bit encoders in 8LSA series servo motors store all relevant mechanical and electrical information, simplifying set up.

		B&R releases X20 Stand-alone hub - 09/18/08 Stand-alone hub can be used as a 4x or 6x Ethernet hub or, with an X20 Bus controller module, for Ethernet POWERLINK.

		Port introduces XDD editor for all standard field buses - 08/20/08 XDD editor includes multi-language support, textual description options and the characterization of parameters and measured values through physical units and scaling factors.

		B&R releases Compact Link Selector for redundant POWERLINK - 08/08/08 Compact Link Selector makes it possible to operate as many POWERLINK devices as needed on one network with cable redundancy.

		B&R gains TÜV Certificate for its safety products - 07/24/08 SafeDESIGNER, SafeLOGIC, X20 SafeIO and Ethernet POWERLINK Safety fulfill ISO 13849 (PL e) IEC 62061 (SIL 3) and IEC 61508 (SIL 3) standards.

		B&R offers free openPOWERLINK Industrial Ethernet - 07/06/08 The openPOWERLINK solution for the master and slave side can be downloaded free of charge. The Open Source implementation reaches cycle times up to 0.5 milliseconds while ensuring high synchronicity.

		B&R releawes 8LT series three-phase synchronous motors - 06/23/08 The supply voltage of the high-torque motors ranges from 400 to 480 VAC, with a rated power of 0.11 to 21 kW.

		B&R introduces Generic Motion Control for CNC and robotics - 06/19/08 Generic Motion Control includes drives, movement and path control, visualization and I/O handling.

		B&R releases X20 stepper motor control - 06/02/08 X20 modules are for bipolar 2-phase stepper motors rated 1A (24 V) or 3A (18-48 V).

		B&R supplies control technology to COMAU Robotics - 05/23/08 B&R will supply modular servo drives, industrial PCs, and POWERLINK interfaces for COMAU's articulated arm robots.

		B&R introduces APC810 Automation PC with Core Duo - 05/19/08 APC810 Automation PC is available with Core Duo and Core 2 Duo processors, and PCI and PCI express slots.

		B&R enhances APC620 industrial PC - 03/25/08 APC620 now offers Windows XP embedded with a real-time extension for applications with a minimal operating system size.

		B&R introduces 8KS liquid-cooled motors - 03/05/08 Integrated water cooling prevents the machine or the switching cabinet from overheating and does away with energy consuming and noisy fans.

		B&R introduces ACOPOSmicro compact drive - 12/05/07 ACOPOSmicro is an extremely compact drive for operating stepper and servo motors in the lower performance range. ACOPOSmicro is an addition to the successful ACOPOS and ACOPOSmulti product range.

		B&R USA joins PMMI - 06/29/07 B&R USA is a Supplier Member of the PMMI (Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute)

		B&R introduces 8x Industrial Ethernet Hub - 06/28/07 The AC808 Ethernet hub is a standalone device that can be used universally as a Level 2 hub in standard Ethernet or real-time industrial ETHERNET Powerlink networks.

		B&R introduces Panel PC 300 embedded PC - 06/22/07 With 256 MB SDRAM, Ethernet 10/100 and a serial interface, Panel PC 300 is suited for applications in Windows CE and Windows XP embedded.

		B&R opens regional office in Los Angeles - 06/21/07 Paxton Shantz is the Regional Manager for the B&R office in Los Angeles, CA.

		B&R exec elected to OMAC Packaging Workgroup - 05/30/07 Markus Sandhoefner, Sales Manager with B&R, was elected as a representative to the board of directors of the OMAC Packaging Workgroup.

		B&R updates Mobile Panel - 05/04/07 Six new handheld operating devices are available for the MP40 and MP50 Mobile Panel.

		B&R sales reach €235 million - 03/22/07 Bernecker + Rainer Industrie-Elektronik GmbH (B&R) in Eggelsberg achieved total sales of € 235 million in 2006 compared to € 190 million reached in the previous year. This reflects an increase of over 23%.

		B&R announces open safety protocol for real-time Ethernet - 03/13/07 Ethernet Powerlink Safety Technology is independent of the transport protocol, and is completely compatible with other fieldbus solutions such as CANopen. All safety-oriented mechanisms, which are open and available, are implemented in the data transfer process so that safety-relevant data can be transferred over a standard fieldbus. With this solution, safety functionality is completely integrated in the control system and does not require special cabling.

		B&R opens office in Spain - 03/10/07 The new subsidiary will be headed by Ramon Diaz. Diaz has gained extensive experience in automation and drive technology in Germany and Spain.

		B&R introduces Power Panel industrial computer - 02/02/07 Power Panel 300/400 devices can be delivered with Windows XP embedded and Windows CE operating systems. Models can be configured from simple thin clients and web terminals to full SCADA systems.

		B&R adds DVD burner to industrial PCs - 11/30/06 The B&APC620 and Panel PC industrial PCs are available with optional IP65 protection and a DVD-RW drive that can read and write all standard DVD formats. This allows for the continuously increasing need for high-capacity memory media and accommodates the trend of recording more production and quality data.

		B&R adds frequency inverters to automation software - 11/17/06 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.

		B&R announces modular Operator panel - 11/13/06 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.

		ETHERNET Powerlink demonstration at PACK EXPO 2006 - 10/25/06 The ETHERNET Powerlink Standardization Group (EPSG) has solved the challenging task of realizing deterministic, hard real-time communication between multiple controllers of different vendors. Technology providers participating in a demonstration at PACK EXPO include: B&R, Baldor, Fraba Posital, Lenze, Parker and Wago.

		B&R offers control and operation in one panel device - 09/21/06 Power Panel PP45 is a cost-efficient complete solution for machine manufacturing. All components and the 5.7" QVGA LCD display are contained within a compact housing. B/W or color displays are available, optionally with function keys or a touch screen. The PP45 is operated fan-free and is front-side IP65 protected.

		B&R announces drives for multi-axis machines - 08/30/06 ACOPOSmulti drives offer the highest degree of efficiency for multi-axis machines that are commonly used in the plastics, packaging, print, and textile industries. An integrated power regeneration system provides an efficient and environmentally-friendly solution for avoiding heat build-up in the switching cabinet.

		B&R Illuminated Ring Keys give optical advantage - 08/28/06 Illuminated ring keys are composed of a short-stroke key, a source of light, and high-performance LEDs. The luminous ring provides even distribution of light around the key. This guarantees optimal readability and signal effectiveness even at great distances.

		B&R's new bus controller based on Ethernet Powerlink - 08/22/06 The X20 bus controller has a system width of a mere 37.5 mm (1.5 inches). Made up of a base module, a supply module to supply the voltage for the entire system, and a fieldbus interface, the bus controller is an extremely flexible fieldbus connection.

		B&R adds compact CPU to Ethernet I/O system - 07/28/06 As they have already done with the X20 System – with 12 channels on an area 12.5 mm wide by far the smallest and most powerful I/O system on the market – B&R's new X20 CPU is also set to establish new standards. Extremely compact but surprising powerful, integrating the X20 CPU into the system is a snap.

		B&R puts direct fieldbus connection on the valve manifold with IP67 protection - 07/28/06 B&R's XV connection concept offers the possibility of integrating pneumatic valves of most well-known manufacturers directly into the system. The successful product spectrum is now being expanded to include valve manifold connections with IP67 protection.

		Analog I/O modules with oscilloscope function - 06/27/06 The 2-channel and 4-channel 16-bit X20 analog input modules not only have a high conversion resolution, they also have other special characteristics. Like all X20 analog modules, the measurement function of each individual channel can be configured for current (0.20 mA) or voltage (± 10 V). The software filters are also configured.

		Industrial PC with integrated DVD burner - 06/22/06 Industrial PCs customized for the application - that's the philosophy of the APC620 and PPC700 industrial PCs from B&R. The modular concept allows for the subsequent integration of a DVD burner, for example in place of a CD burner. From the beginning, the PC systems were designed so that the user can easily install or exchange the drives.

		Stepper motor controller has IP67 protection for direct machine mounting - 06/16/06 Stepper motors are still very popular among machine builders for various reasons including: high degree of torque, operation without feedback, and holding the last position when power is disconnected, just to name a few of the special features of the stepper motor. The X67 stepper motor module is available in two variants based on the customer's requirements.

		B&R Automation Offers a Central Contact Person for Large International End Users - 05/18/06 With increasing globalization, large End Users require coordinated service for subsidiaries all over the world. B&R is creating new positions in order to keep up with this trend. Uwe Keiter (42) will be taking over the position as Global Account Manager, making him responsible for international End User service in the Food & Beverage segment.

		B&R Automation Introduces Stainless Steel Panels for the Hygiene Industry - 05/16/06 Using clean and hygienic visualization devices is extremely important in all areas of the bottling, food, and luxury article industries as well as for pharmaceutical packaging machines. For these types of applications, B&R offers a universal and scalable product line for PC-based displays with touch screens and/or keyboards, operator panels with simple text displays, or thin clients for remote visualization via Ethernet.

		B&R Releases Intel Celeron-based CPUs - 05/12/06 Based on Intel Celeron processors, the X20 CPUs can utilize cycle times of 200 µs. This enables extremely fast processes to be automated with the highest level of precision. Machine quality and clock rates reach new heights. Thanks to ultra-low voltage design, the processors are able to maintain this high computing performance with very low power consumption. Large amounts of RAM grant the user unrestricted freedom with applications.

		BMW AG Names B&R Automation as Exclusive Supplier of Windows CE-based Operator Panels - 05/11/06 Within the framework of the agreement, B&R is to supply innovative panel PCs from the Power Panel series to BMW's international production sites and system partners until at least 2013.

		2006 B&R Product Catalog - 04/21/06 The two Volume catalog shows various options for an efficient and reliable Integrated Automation Solution. Includes Visualization, Motion technology, Controls and software.

		B&R Continues Worldwide Success & Expansion in US Market - 04/20/06 Continued innovation and technologically advanced systems have made it possible for B&R to double revenue over the last five years. B&R is currently second place in Europe when it comes to integrated automated solutions for manufacturing series machines. We are certainly pleased to announce that this positive trend is continuing. An increase in revenue of about 15% is also expected for each of the next few years.

		B&R Offers CompactFlash Cards for Industrial PCs and Panel PCs - 04/20/06 The mass memory media are extremely robust and can be obtained in the industrial grade version with 64 MB to 4 GB memory capacity. All data, ranging from the operating system to the application and data records, are stored there. If separate areas for application and data are required on the mass media, this is done with a combination of two CompactFlash cards.

		B&R Automation Introduces USB for Industrial PCs - 03/23/06 The APC620 industrial PC and Panel PC have USB 2.0 interfaces located both on the PC itself as well as on the Automation Panel. A USB drive combination for simple data exchange in industrial environments includes a DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive, floppy-disk drive, and two USB interfaces (Type A and Type B).

		B&R Automation Introduces New Hand-held Machine Operator Panel - 03/09/06 Hand-held panel is a CAN terminal with alphanumeric 4 x 20 LC display and 24 keys (12 numerical and 12 function keys); E-stop button and two enable buttons; light-weight plastic housing; IP65 protection; and Magnet hooks for simple mounting.

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