Products for PLCs and PACs

Pepperl+Fuchs introduces UCC*-50GK series ultrasonic sensor

• Pepperl+Fuchs

The UCC*-50GK uses ultrasonic pulses to measure the distance to the target and reports information through one of three sensor outputs.

Rockwell Automation introduces FactoryTalk Analytics LogixAI module

• Rockwell Automation
• Rockwell Automation

This add-on module for ControlLogix controllers is designed to do the job of a data scientist. It fits directly into a control chassis and streams controller data over the backplane to build predictive models

Pentek introduces Model 54851 3U VPX boards

The Model 54851 is based on the Xilinx Kintex Ultrascale FPGA and features two 500 MHz 12-bit A/Ds with two programmable multiband digital down converters (DDCs) and one digital up converter (DUC) with two 800 MHz 16-bit D/As.

B&R introduces Power Panel C50 HMI and controller

• B&R Industrial Automation Corp.

The Power Panel is equipped with a dedicated processor for the HMI application, and is therefore a solution for mapp View HMI applications. It can be used at temperatures ranging from -20°C to +60°C and does not require a fan.

Axiomtek releases IPS960-511-PoE machine vision controller

Featuring a multi-core CPU, IP40-rated design, camera communication interfaces, real-time vision-specific I/O with microsecond-scale and LED lighting control, this machine vision controller provides an all-in-one solution that addresses the needs across various machine vision platforms and automatic inspection cases.

Zebra Technologies introduces MC9300 mobile computer

• Zebra Technologies Corporation

As the next evolution of the MC9000 series, the MC9300 is intended to enable businesses to modernize their mobile solutions to keep up with the growing demands of e-commerce while shortening training time.

Inductive Automation releases Ignition 8 update and Ignition Perspective Module

• Inductive Automation

Ignition by Inductive Automation is an industrial application platform with tools for building solutions in human-machine interface (HMI), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).

AutomationDirect introduces Expansion Modules for the BRX Micro PLC System

• AutomationDirect
• AutomationDirect

BRX expansion modules add discrete I/O, analog I/O and now high-speed I/O and communications functionsas needed to expand machine and process control applications.

AutomationDirect introduces Dold safety relays

• AutomationDirect
• AutomationDirect

These speed safety relays provide overspeed, under speed and/or standstill detection for single- or three-phase motors by monitoring either external proximity sensors mounted on a rotating element of the motor or load, the frequency of the motor power signal or the remanence voltage (back EMF) of the motor signal.

AVEVA announces AVEVA Flex subscription program for industrial digitalization

With subscription-based software tiers, AVEVA Flex offers a range of flexibility in the purchase, design, and utilization of industrial software solutions.

Emerson announces addition of General Electric programmable logic controllers

• Emerson

With the addition of the PLCs, part of Emerson’s acquisition of General Electric Co.’s Intelligent Platforms group, Emerson is bringing more end-to-end automation solutions to its existing process control market.

Gardasoft announces FP220 series of lighting controllers for machine vision

• Gardasoft Vision Limited

Designed for use with any LED lighting rated up to 3A, the FP200 series provides reproducible current control to deliver continuous or pulsed light output. It utilses technology for faster pulse rise times, with trigger frequencies up to 10kHZ for high speed pulsing applications such as line scan imaging.

AW-Lake introduces PCU Series of Controllers

• AW-Lake Company

The PCU Series offers process control functionalities for batching, setpoint control, resettable dual totalizer and valve override control. Gas factor scaling allows users to set units to any fluid. Units are programmable to provide alarm status for high and low rates both visually and audibly.

Siemens introduces Simatic MV550 optical reader

• SIEMENS
• Siemens

The Simatic MV500 can be connected to cloud applications. This is intended to enable users to optimize production processes and supply chains, and to increase the efficiency and quality of production, logistics and asset management.

Opto 22 announces groov EPIC Learning Center

• Opto 22
• OPTO 22

The Learning Center is a companion for Opto 22’s free online self-guided groov EPIC learning modules, and it includes two seats for premium on-site training at company headquarters in Temecula, California.

Gardasoft announces FP200 series of lighting controllers

• Gardasoft Vision Limited

The FP200 series of controllers combine capabilities for high frequency, high power LED pulsing with low output current performance.

Sterling Systems & Controls announces Affordable Batching Controller

• Sterling Systems & Controls, Inc.
• Sterling Systems & Controls, Inc.
• Sterling Systems & Controls, Inc.

The Affordable Batching Controller is a semi-automatic batching system that still requires operator involvement through each step in the batching process, but provides automated operator instructions/prompting, ingredient validation and lot tracking, automatic weighing with over/under tolerance control, etc.

NewTek Sensor Solutions announces 4-20mA LVDT for industrial monitoring and feedback applications

The 4-20 mA loop-powered LVDTs are designed for use in liquid level gaging, robotic automation and industrial automation controls. The 4-20mA output signal provided by the sensors integrates with a variety of PLCs, digital indicators, computer-based data processors, and QC data collection systems.

Microchip Technology announces dsPIC33CH512MP508 dual-core & dsPIC33CK64MP105 single-core Digital Signal Controllers (DSCs)

All devices in the dsPIC33C family include a fully featured set of functional safety hardware for ASIL-B and ASIL-C certifications in safety-critical applications.

ABB announces CP600-Pro multi-touch HMI control panels

• ABB

The CP600-Pro ensures operation within an environmental temperature range of -4 through 140 °F, and features a glass touch-screen for information display.

EasyIO announces FT-04 controller

EasyIO launched the FT-04, a 2 x 2.4 inch controller for many applications. Wi-Fi only, it can extend control to anything that needs connectivity, control, and monitoring.

Siemens announces V8.0 of Braumat brewery process control system

• SIEMENS
• Siemens

In order to enhance the reporting options, a batch report with a basic choice of process parameters has been integrated. Users can now create reports with the help of MS Excel. Braumat V8.0 is also now connected to the established PM- Quality option.

HMS Networks announces integration with Canary Labs' Canary Enterprise Historian

• HMS Industrial Networks Inc

The Flexy gateway pulls data from any supported PLC from ABB, Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Omron, Eaton and others. Canary’s Enterprise Historian is configured to pull PLC data from Flexy’s embedded OPC-UA server, and data flows automatically from Flexy directly to the Canary Historian.

EVT introduces EyeCheck 1x1x Series with motorized lens

The EyeVision software supports all setting options, also the adjustment of the depth of field. Therefore the EyeCheck always delivers images, from a distance to the object of 25 mm onwards.

Emerson announce addition of Sigmafine platform to validate mass balance and yield accounting data

• Emerson

Through a partnership with parent company Pimsoft, Emerson is providing customers with an enterprise-wide platform designed to validate the accuracy, reliability and usability of plant measurements.

CODESYS announces CODESYS Automation Server Open Control Software for Industry 4.0

CODESYS Automation Server provides numerous functions demanded by Industry 4.0 architectures, When programming controllers via IP-based networks such as Ethernet or Internet, users can now secure their expertise and data by means of encryption, password, security key, or X.509 certificate.

Phoenix Contact announces PLCnext Technology

• Phoenix Contact

Phoenix Contact’s PLCnext Technology gives developers a control platform that combines traditional IEC 61131 programming with open-source languages like Linux.

Parker Hannifin introduces ACR7000 series controllers

Built on the ACR9000 platform, the ACR7000 family utilizes re-imagined hardware designs, designed for tabletop and laboratory style instruments.

Horner Automation Group releases series of Micro OCS controllers

Designed for any simple application, the Micro OCS controllers can perform in multiple industries from water treatment, to food processing, to HVAC/Environmental control and many others.

American Control Electronics introduces CMC Series of standalone accessory card

• American Control Electronics

This current sensing module is a tool for new and existing systems where an added level of monitoring and protection is required.

ALIO Industries introduces Point Precision methodology in motion control solutions

• ALIO Industries

Point Precision includes all 6 degrees of freedom of errors of each axis in motion, guaranteeing the precision point in the full work envelop. Point Precision allows for a “precision number” to be quoted based on an exact point and is used for many applications from laser processing to metrology.

Emerson announces HART-IP support for AMS Device Manager

• Emerson

By eliminating multiplexers, organizations can use AMS Device Manager to configure, calibrate, validate, and document more of their HART-enabled field devices and systems.

Turck announces TX700 programmable series of HMI/PLCs

• TURCK Inc.

The TX700’s all-glass capacitive touch display provides operation with gesture control similar to that used in smartphones.

Rockwell Automation introduces Allen-Bradley ControlLogix EtherNet/IP communication module leveraging CIP Security

• Rockwell Automation
• Rockwell Automation

The module provides CIP Security capabilities to ControlLogix systems. And when combined with the ControlLogix 5580 controller and the Kinetix 5700 drive, it allows a CIP Security zone to be created.

Yokogawa Electric releases CENTUM VP R6.07

• Yokogawa Corporation of America

Functions have been added to the Automation Design Suite (AD Suite) integrated engineering environment to improve engineering efficiency.

Rotork introduces CK Atronik control module

• Rotork PLC

The CK Atronik control module houses a reversing contactor starter with mechanical and electrical interlocking, a Rotork design for electric actuation. Connection to a suitable power supply is all that is required for local operation of the actuator.

Microchip Technology releases MXT1067TD, MXT1189TD and MXT1665TD maXTouch touchscreen controllers

The TD family of touch controllers features a differential mutual signal acquisition method that increases the Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR).

AutomationDirect announces eight I/O expansion modules to BRX Micro PLC product line

• AutomationDirect
• AutomationDirect

Eight analog input and combination analog I/O modules are available. 16-channel current input (0-20 mA / 4-20 mA) and 16-channel voltage input (+/- 10VDC, +/- 5VDC, 0-5 VDC, 0-10 VDC) modules provide higher density analog I/O.

AutomationDirect introduces enhanced Productivity1000 Stackable Micro PLC

• AutomationDirect
• AutomationDirect

A CPU, more power supplies, analog I/O modules and specialty I/O and PWM modules are now available for the P1000 PLC from AutomationDirect. The P1-550 CPU adds a fifth communications port that supports remote I/O for 16 GS series VFDs and 4 ProtosX Modbus TCP field I/O couplers.

Reliable Controls introduces MACH-ProZone (MPZ) version 8 controller

• Reliable Controls Corporation

The MACH-ProZone is designed for a range of applications that include small to mid-sized roof top and heat pump applications, and small mechanical room applications.