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| September 2011 |
| Sponsor: Moxa |
 Edge-to-Core Full Gigabit Industrial Ethernet Solutions
Moxa's full-Gigabit switches implement a high-port-density 10GbE and 1GbE network with modular/fixed copper, fiber, and SFP/SFP+ port combinations for maximum flexibility. Combined with the industrial features of Moxa's networking solutions, Moxa's broad full-Gigabit switch portfolio further facilitates your layer-by-layer industrial network upgrade and deployment from the edge to the core.
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| Featured Articles |
Legacy Networks Never Die
Industrial Networking, Fall 2011
By Dan Hebert
The pressure to integrate the plant floor with IT is one of the major reasons why manufacturers are searching for ways to connect to their legacy networks and extract data. But it isn't always easy.
The Unheralded Network Topology
Automated Buildings, August 2011
By Jim Sinopoli, Smart Buildings
Unquestionably Ethernet is ubiquitous, popular and visible - but in the guts of most buildings are RS-485 networks. RS-485 may be the "forgotten" or "taken for granted" "boring" network, but it is the mainstay of many building and industrial automation systems. |
| Product Sponsor: GarrettCom |
 Hardened, Reliable, Secure Magnum Switches/Routers
For over 20 years, the broadest selection of industrial networking products, plus industry-specific options.
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Hardened, Robust Switches & Routers
Design News, July 2011
By Jim Krachenfels, GarrettCom
Industrial switches and routers have to operate reliably, and for a long lifetime in harsh environments, and since industrial networks can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars, the products must be specified to the appropriate criteria for the job.
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| Product Sponsor: CimQuest INGEAR |
 Talk to your PLC, Runtime Free, Without OPC
CimQuest INGEAR gives Visual Studio .NET a direct communication pipeline to your PLC network without the need for OPC or 3rd party drivers. |
| Product Announcements |
_thumb.jpg) Red Lion announces NT100 Unmanaged Ethernet Switches
Constructed with hardened metal enclosures, the NT100 series Ethernet switches are UL approved for use in Class I, Division 2 hazardous locations.
_thumb.jpg) Advantech announces EKI unmanaged Ethernet switches
EKI-6528TI and EKI-6528TPI have passed EN50155 certification which enables them to withstand severe shock and vibration.
_thumb.jpg) HMS releases Anybus CompactCom for BACnet/IP
The Anybus CompactCom module acts as a server (B-ASC) on the BACnet/IP network. It is about the size of a compact flash card.
_thumb.jpg) AutomationDirect expands Stride Ethernet switches
All models now feature multiple 10/100BaseT RJ45 Ethernet ports, while several also include an ST type fiber optic connection.
Other Product Announcements
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| Resources |
Microsite: Industrial Networking for Transportation Automation
Automation.com is pleased to present a microsite focused on industrial networking for transportation automation, sponsored by industry leader MOXA. The site highlights case studies, white papers, application guides, products, technology guidebooks and multimedia for railway, ITS and marine automation applications.
Rockwell publishes EtherNet/IP guide for machine builders
The guide provides detailed design guidance, recommendations and best practices to help control-system engineers use EtherNet/IP.
Engineer’s Guide to Interface Technology
This 700+ page guide includes nearly 100 pages dedicated to non-commercial and educational resource material, including content on intrinsic safety, surge protection, HART interfaces and signal conditioners.
Metro Network Services offers Turn-Key Optical Networking Systems
Metro|NS offers full, turn-key solutions for both enterprise and telecommunications companies looking to build optical networks.
Banner publishes SureCross Industrial Wireless I/O Brochure
The brochure provides comprehensive information on SureCross Performance 1-watt radios.
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| Application Stories |
Remote Service via VPN
Control Design, August 2011
Secure VPN tunneling implementation enables Groninger to provide robust remote technical support to its pharmaceutical and cosmetics customers.
EtherNet/IP goes to press
Cerutti selected EtherNet/IP and Rockwell Automation to automate its flexographic printing machines. The system handles 500 nodes and 13,000 I/O.
ABB Uses Westermo Ethernet switch on Stressometer system
ABB FM (Force Measurement) is using Westermo´s Redfox industrial Ethernet switch with its latest version of Stressometer system for measurement and control of rolling mills.
RuggedCom provides communications for photovoltaic plant in Egypt
RuggedCom provided RS900 Ethernet Switches and RMC30 Media Converters to implement the communications infrastructure that connects multiple remote telecontrol units in the plant.
Taking Control
Process & Control Today, June 2011
Wessex Water tackled a legacy control system upgrade at its sewage works in Poole, UK. Siemens provided control and monitoring system components, including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA and other associated networking and communication equipment.
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| White Papers |
Real-Time EtherNet/IP - PROFINET Technology
By Advantech
There have been many attempts to adapt Ethernet technology to better serve the plant floor. This paper addresses the deterministic nature of EtherNet/IP and PROFINET, two Ethernet-based protocols that have significant followings in both discrete and process automation.
Powering the Smart Grid
By Brian MacCleery, National Instruments
Smart grid technology tackles technical challenges that limit the openness, reliability, and efficiency of energy production and distribution.
SCADA Security: Challenges and Solutions
By Metin Ozturk and Philip Aubin, Schneider Electric
This paper presents the case for improving security to SCADA systems. It examines the factors that have contributed to the growing vulnerability of control systems, and presents new standards designed to protect critical infrastructure including the use of encryption and authentication for SCADA systems.
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| Company & Organizational News |
TÜV Certifies Mechatrolink Network Safety Protocol
Certification of the Mechatrolink field network for safety makes it possible for MMA members to build motion control and machine control systems for use in applications that comply with safety standards.
Wireless Sensor Networks sales to Reach $2 Billion in 2021
According to IDTechEx, wireless mesh networks will grow rapidly from $0.45 billion in 2011 to $2 billion in 2021.
ProSoft Technology promotes Janice Hungerford to CEO
Hungerford, the first employee of ProSoft Technology, was promoted from Managing Director of North America.
Tridium promotes John Sublett to Chief Technology Officer
Prior to Sublett's appointment as CTO he was Tridium's Chief Architect and Director of Software Development for the Niagara Framework.
ARC says HART is the leader in communications
HART's market share is larger than all other fieldbus devices (Foundation fieldbus, Profibus, etc.), proprietary protocols and 4-20mA combined.
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| Featured Training |
EtherNet/IP Implementor Workshops: Workshop #16
September 28, 2011
Location: Raunheim, Germany
Workshops provide benefits to vendors implementing EtherNet/IP on product. They educate product developers on EtherNet/IP and Industrial Ethernet technologies, provide a collaborative forum for developers to discuss common issues and solutions, and promote EtherNet/IP device interoperability through product design recommendations and an interoperability validation event (PlugFest)
FOUNDATION Fieldbus - Easier Than You Thought
October 11, 2011
Location: Detroit, MI, USA
End users and engineering firms are encouraged to attend upcoming Fieldbus Educational Seminars and learn about how FOUNDATION fieldbus is "easier than you thought". Take part in a one-day seminar and learn about the entire infrastructure included with demonstrations.
EtherCAT Industrial Ethernet Seminar Series (Chicago)
October 12, 2011
Location: Rosemont, IL, USA
Learn about the benefits and the challenges of Industrial Ethernet. EtherCAT seminars are educational events from the experts. Explore and understand EtherCAT technology. Talk with EtherCAT experts face-to-face, and discover the table-top exhibition: See how EtherCAT can help you.
PROFINET One-day Training Class
October 13, 2011
Location: Pewaukee (Milwaukee area), WI, USA
This class prepares the student to apply PROFINET in his own project. Technical details of the technology are provided along with practical demonstrations.
EtherCAT Industrial Ethernet Seminar Series (Milwaukee)
October 13, 2011
Location: Milwaukee, WI, USA
Learn about the benefits and the challenges of Industrial Ethernet. EtherCAT seminars are educational events from the experts. Explore and understand EtherCAT technology. Talk with EtherCAT experts face-to-face, and discover the table-top exhibition: See how EtherCAT can help you.
Browse more training and seminar opportunities on the Industrial Communications portal. |
| Featured Events |
European Industrial Ethernet Conferences 2011
October 12, 2011
Location: Paris, France
The Ethernet POWERLINK Standardization Group is inviting OEM machine builders, plant operators, system integrators and product manufacturers to a series of Industrial Ethernet Conferences taking place in France, Germany, UK, Italy and Switzerland.
2011 Emerson Global Users Exchange
October 24, 2011 - October 28, 2011
Location: Nashville, TN, USA
Exchanging Ideas...Creating Solutions is the theme of this year's conference, to be held at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center. Attendees overwhelmingly feel the different ideas and proven solutions from the presentations of users and experts at the conference is the main driving force to attend.
EtherCAT Technology Group Semi TWG Kick Off Meeting
October 26, 2011 - October 27, 2011
Location: Milpitas, CA, USA
Kick-Off Meeting for the ETG Semiconductor Technical Working Group. The Technical Working Group (Semi TWG) will address Semi specific device profiles, installation guidelines, and device tests in order to meet the special requirements of this industry.
MTConnect: Connecting Manufacturing Conference
November 8, 2011 - November 10, 2011
Location: Cincinnati, OH, United States
MC2 is aimed at promoting the benefits and implementation of MTConnect and showcasing commercially available products that utilize the standard. Offering two tracks: Technical, focusing on the "hands-on" side of implementing and using MTConnect; and the Business track, emphasizing the increased productivity and ROI that the standard can enable.
Automation Fair 2011
November 16, 2011 - November 17, 2011
Location: Chicago, IL, USA
Join us in Chicago as we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Automation Fair. A great opportunity to explore a wide variety of smart, safe, sustainable manufacturing solutions geared toward improving your business profitability. And, best of all, it's FREE.
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