- November 30, 2008
- Softing Inc.
November 30, 2008 - Softing announced FFusb, a USB interface device for FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 networks. The FFusb is the world’s first USB interface module that provides access to H1 field devices over the USB interface of a desktop or notebook computer.Traditionally, the configuration and parameterization of field devices is performed by a central control system. This approach is progressively complemented with current and new computer technology. For example, today’s notebooks with their inherent portability offer the benefit of performing device parameterization and immediate diagnostics directly in the field. This significantly reduces the time needed to commission and troubleshoot a network.At the same time, the conventional PC Card solution for notebooks has been replaced with the flexible USB interface technology that combines a fast data-throughput with a straightforward data exchange mechanism. Softing’s new FFusb is based on this progressive technology and is used to directly configure and parameterize H1 field devices. The initial release of the FFusb interface module will include a documented API to enable the tight integration with a configuration tool or a control system.About Softing In industrial automation, Softing is a specialist for fieldbus technology and has established itself as a world-leading partner for networking automation systems and control solutions. Softing provides customers the key technology to connect devices, controls, and systems with the leading communication technologies. In fieldbus technology, Softing is a world-class expert for FOUNDATION fieldbus, PROFIBUS, and CAN/CANopen/DeviceNet. The company’s wide range of expertise includes solutions for OPC, FDT, and Real-Time-Ethernet protocols such as, PROFINET IO, EtherNet/IP, and Modbus/TCP. Many of the products and services developed by Softing since the company was founded in 1979 have become reference standards throughout the world. In addition, Softing has established itself as a provider of sophisticated diagnostic tools for fieldbus systems.
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