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Beckhoff announces EtherCAT XFC I/O terminals
- 07/24/08
EtherCAT Terminals for eXtreme Fast Control (XFC) have time stamping that latches the exact system time at which edge changes occur.
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ACS enhances ADK motion control software to support IEC61131-3
- 05/08/08
Application Development Kit (ADK) 6.0 allows users to program using any of the five IEC61131-3 languages.
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Bosch Rexroth releases IndraControl L10 PLC
- 04/08/08
IndraControl L10 PLC has unified software, scalable hardware, reusable code and pre-developed functions to help machine builders reduce engineering time.
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GE Fanuc enhances Proficy HMI/SCADA CIMPLICITY
- 04/04/08
Enhancements include diagnostic tools, security, development tools, Digital Graphical Replay (DGR), enhanced Screen Navigation, and easy-to-use Application Deployment.
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Advantech announces IPPC-6152A Panel PC
- 04/02/08
IPPC-6152A Industrial Panel PC has a 2 GHz Intel Pentium M processor, front-accessible USB, DDR2 memory bus that supports up to 2 GB, CD-ROM drive, and two PCI expansion slots.
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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.
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Rexroth releases IndraControl L10 PLC
- 03/24/08
IndraControl L10 PLC has unified software, scalable hardware, reusable code and pre-developed functions to help machine builders reduce engineering time.
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Parker Releases Aries servo drive motion controller
- 03/18/08
Motion capabilities of the Aries Controller include absolute and relative motion, jogging, gearing and camming.
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ICS Triplex upgrades ISaGRAF 5 for INtime RTOS
- 03/13/08
INtime provides deterministic, hard real-time control for Intel processors. Using the ISaGRAF with INtime enables high volume equipment manufacturers to build robust embedded systems.
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Advantech adds AMAX-2000 motion control modules
- 03/11/08
Modules include the AMAX-2241 (for Panasonic Minas A), 2242 (for Mitsubishi MR-J2S), and 2243 (for Yaskawa Sigma-II).
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ACS releases MC4U motion control system
- 02/20/08
MC4U can control up to eight rack servo drives and 64 distributed axes via CANopen.
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Beckhoff Automation introduces CX1030 Embedded PC
- 02/12/08
The DIN rail mounted CX1030 has a 1.8 GHz Intel Pentium M processor and 256 MB DDR RAM, expandable to 512 MB or 1 GB.
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Advantech Launches UNO-4678 Celeron M Embedded Controller
- 02/10/08
UNO-4678 high-performance fanless embedded automation controller has an onboard Celeron M 1 GHz processor and 512 MB of memory. Prices start at $1,555.
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GE Fanuc announces PACSystems RX3i CPU320
- 02/06/08
PACSystems RX3i CPU320 incorporates an Intel 1 GHz processor and 64 Mbytes of user memory, allowing it to reduce logic execution times by up to 70%.
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Yokogawa announces CENTUM VP control system
- 02/06/08
CENTUM VP succeeds the CENTUM CS 1000/CENTUM CS 3000. CENTUM VP integrates plant information management, asset management, and operation support functions.
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Mitsubishi releases iQ Automation Platform
- 02/05/08
iQ Automation is the next generation of Mitsubishi's automation systems based on Programmable Automation Controllers (PACs)
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Mitsubishi introduces e-F@ctory Solution
- 02/05/08
e-F@ctory combines control hardware and networks with enterprise IT systems offered by strategic partner companies, including IBM and ILST.
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ACS Motion Control anounces SPiiPlus Motion Controller
- 01/29/08
SPiiPlus is available in two- four- six-, or eight-axis models for applications ranging from robotic control to XY stage point to point positioning.
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Danfoss FCD QDrive requires no cabinet space
- 12/30/07
FCD QDrive IP66/NEMA 4X enclosed decentral drive is available for wall or rail mounting in any position, or atop the motor itself when ordered without a circuit breaker or output contactor.
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Advantech releases UNO-2176 Embedded Computer
- 12/19/07
UNO-2176 Pentium M 1.4 GHz/Celeron M 1.0 GHz embedded automation computer supports a pre-configured Windows XP Embedded OS and Windows CE 5.0.
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Rexroth upgrades IndraMotion MLC controller
- 12/18/07
MLC is capable of up to 64 axes of control with the ability to handle up to eight robotic kinematics simultaneously.
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Beckhoff Automation announces CX1010 Mid-range Embedded PC
- 12/13/07
Starting under $1,000 with bundled TwinCAT PLC software and Windows operating system (OS), the EtherCAT-ready CX1010 is positioned as the new mid-range performance device in the scalable CX Family.
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Beckhoff Automation introduces CP6608 Ethernet Control Panels
- 12/11/07
“All-in-one” Ethernet controller features 5.7-inch display, flexible connectivity options and Windows CE. The cabinet mounted CP6608 comes equipped with two Ethernet ports with 10/100BASE-T, two fast USB 2.0 ports and a serial RS232 port as external interfaces.
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Advantech launches 6.4” VGA TFT LCD Touch Panel Computer
- 12/09/07
The TPC-662G is designed for small sized operator interface applications, providing a reliable platform for industrial environments.
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Omron announces Trajexia Motion Controller
- 12/05/07
The TJ multi-tasking motion coordinator is powered by a 32-bit DSP, and is specifically designed to meet the most demanding motion tasks such as interpolation and e-cam, e-gearbox and registration control.
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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.
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ACS announces SPiiPlus SA Series Motion Controller
- 10/30/07
SPiiPlus SA Series supports point-to-point, jog, segmented motion, master-slave and arbitrary path on 2, 4, 6, or 8 axes of motion.
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Beckhoff Automation introduces CX9010 Embedded PC
- 10/24/07
EtherCAT-ready device has Windows CE Operating System and TwinCAT automation and control software
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GE Fanuc announces VersaMax MicroMotion controller
- 10/24/07
MicroMotion 2-axis module allows users to easily integrate motion control, servos (or steppers) and low-end control into a package.
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Beckhoff introduces eXtreme Fast Control (XFC)
- 10/23/07
Optimized control and communication architecture improves Industrial PC performance by a factor of 10
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Advantech launches Pentium M embedded computer
- 10/11/07
UNO-2172 embedded automation computer has two fanless CPU options: Pentium M 1.6 GHz or Celeron M 1.5 GHz, with 1GB of DDR2 SDRAM.
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Siemens adds advanced controls to SIMATIC PCS 7
- 10/03/07
Additions include PID auto tuning and gain scheduling, predictive control (MPC), fuzzy logic and neural network control.
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Rockwell Automation adds CompactLogix L45 Controller
- 09/24/07
L45 controller offers expanded scalability and integrated motion control, and handles up to eight axes.
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ICS Triplex launches AADvance SCCS
- 09/07/07
AADvance is a combined hardware and software Safety and Critical Control System (SCCS).
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Phoenix Contact upgrades Steeplechase VLC
- 08/21/07
Steeplechase VLC software now offers integration of the SynqNet motion network to control up to 256 axes of motion
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GE Fanuc announces VersaMotion AC Servo Motors
- 07/30/07
VersaMotion motors and amplifiers can be combined with the company’s VersaMax Micro for low-end position control applications.
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Advantech launches AWS-8129H PC-based industrial workstation
- 07/29/07
Workstation has NEMA4/IP65 front panel, 12.1-in. color TFT LCD display, and two membrane keypads. Price: $1,768.
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Schneider Electric releases Modicon M340 PAC
- 07/11/07
M340 PAC has 4MB of internal memory (upgradable to 16MB), 256KB data, and can manage applications with up to 70K instructions. It provides fast execution of both Boolean processing and floating decimal calculations.
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GE Fanuc DSM324i motion controller supports high voltage servo motors
- 07/05/07
The controller supports Alpha HVi series servos, high voltage models with AC voltage input range of 400-480 VAC.
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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.
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Rockwell Automation upgrades RSLogix 5000 v.16 software
- 06/08/07
Premier Integration drive profile reduces drive configuration time, eases operation and improves maintenance for PowerFlex AC drive applications
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Beckhoff adds EtherNet/IP support to TwinCAT Software
- 06/05/07
EtherNet/IP has been fully integrated into the TwinCAT programming environment, allowing for graphical linking of mapped data to PLC tasks.
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Danfoss expands VLT AutomationDrive line
- 05/11/07
VLT AutomationDrive variable frequency drives are now available in the 75-100 hp power range at 380-480/500 Vac.
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Triconex announces Tricon TMR upgrade program
- 05/07/07
Program allows users of the Tricon TMR SIS to upgrade without re-commissioning field loops or performing safety system recertification.
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Danfoss introduces VLT Micro Drive
- 04/11/07
VLT variable frequency Micro Drives are available in single-phase 200 – 240 VAC: 0.25 – 2 HP; three-phase 200 – 240 VAC: ⅓ – 2 HP; and three-phase 380 – 480 VAC: 0.5 – 3 HP power range configurations.
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Beckhoff announces CP72xx Panel PCs
- 03/27/07
CP72xx Panel PCs are designed for simple mounting arm installation and integrate all features required for HMI hardware and advanced PC-based machine control. They come with a 1.5 GHz Intel Celeron M processor as standard and can be optionally equipped with Intel Pentium M processors up to 1.8 GHz.
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Siemens adds Foundation fieldbus, plus other features, to Simatic PCS 7
- 03/15/07
Enhancements to Version 7 of SIMATIC PCS 7 Process Automation System include integration of Foundation Fieldbus, configuration / change management, redundant fieldbus with safety communication, smart alarm management, cyber security, plant asset management and condition monitoring.
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Advantech unveils ADAM-5550KW Programmable Automation Controller (PAC)
- 03/08/07
ADAM-5550KW Programmable Automation Controller (PAC) is for control tasks that require the features of both PLCs and Industrial PCs. It has an AMD Geode GX533 CPU along with control specific features such as a watchdog timer, battery backup RAM, deterministic I/O, IEC61131-3 programming languages and Windows CE 5.0. Prices start at $995.
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SEW-Eurodrive releases MOVI-PLC controller
- 03/07/07
MOVI-PLC controller integrates PLC control and motion control in one compact device. This eliminates the need for a dedicated PLC system and drive-to-PLC interfacing and other programming, as well as the wiring and panel space required for a dedicated drive and motion PLC.
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ICS Triplex ISaGRAF is compliant with IEC 61131-3
- 02/22/07
Version 5.0 of ISaGRAF has been confirmed by TÜV Rheinland to be compliant with the requirements detailed in the IEC 61131-3 standard. ISaGRAF 5 incorporates both the IEC 61131-3 and IEC 61499 standards.
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Baumüller releases High-Performance PLC
- 01/17/07
the High Performance PLC has a cycle time of 25 µsec per 1,000 lines of STL. It has a 32-bit RISC CPU that runs at 667 MHz, 64 MB Flash memory, and five fieldbus module interfaces. The ProMaster Engineering Framework is used to configure the PLC system, the network components, or individual machine units.
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Advantech releases PC/104 4-axis motor control card
- 01/09/07
The PCM-3240 stepping/pulse-type servo motor control card starts at $845. The card's intelligent NOVA MCX341-motion ASIC provides a variety of motion control functions, such as 2/3-axis linear interpolation, 2-axis circular interpolation, and T/S-curve acceleration/deceleration rate. The PCM-3240 performs these functions without requiring any main CPU processing. The PCM-3240 fits onto a standard PC/104 board.
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Beckhoff Automation adds OPC Unified Architecture to control software
- 12/12/06
TwinCAT automation software now conforms to OPC UA (Unified Architecture). The new OPC UA standard is based on TCP communication and is, therefore, platform-independent. The "Unified Architecture" specification creates the basis for new platform-independent communication and information technologies.
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Ormec's motion & logic controller eliminates need for PLC
- 08/10/06
The SMLC-SA combines ORMEC's high-performance drive technology with IEC 61131-3 programming capabilities in a single, compact, cost-effective package. The SMLC-SA provides a fully integrated machine control solution for single axis servo applications, eliminating the need for a PLC.
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ELAU Introduces Servomotors for Packaging Machinery
- 03/15/06
SH Series servomotors for packaging machinery use the PacDrive™ automation system and salient pole winding technology. They are purpose built, designed specifically for the dynamic and environmental requirements of the latest generation of mechatronic packaging machine design.
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Invensys Announces New Controller for Mini-DCS Family
- 01/17/06
The T2550 controller in the Foxboro A2 line bundles full process control and I/O functionality in a compact, field-mountable baseplate and termination assembly. Each unit can have up to two process controllers, which can operate in a simplex mode or in an optional redundant mode.
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