Enhancements include two lean manufacturing solutions--Error Proofing and Andon--to help automotive industry manufacturers improve the accuracy and efficiency of production and assembly line processes. The Error Proofing solution is built using preconfigured modular templates within FactoryTalk; the Andon solution leverages FactoryTalk with the Logix Control Platform.

The iPC-I XC16/PCIe works in CAN applications, such as industrial control or automotive test stands. The interface supports PCI Express, has an on-board 16 bit microcontroller, and provides filtering, pre-processing, low latency, time triggered transmission or high precision time-stamping of CAN messages.

Retractile cordsets for PROFIBUS-DP networks may be extended up to four times their original retracted length. This makes the cordsets ideal for motion and robotics in automotive applications.

ORBexpress, based on the CORBA standard, allows embedded developers to use the performance benefits of TI’s DaVinci technology. ORBexpress enables code portability across both the TMS320C64x+ DSP and ARM cores of the DM644x devices, speeding development of a host of digital video processing applications—client-side video, security video surveillance, set-top boxes, video phones, and automotive vision systems.

AVIAOK, Drivven and S.E.A. have developed custom wireless modules for the CompactRIO platform. Modules are suitable for automotive, aerospace and military in-vehicle applications; wireless communications; position monitoring for mobile applications; and direct connectivity to in-vehicle sensors for electronic control unit (ECU) design and rapid prototyping.

MOVIFIT Field Integrated Technology combines the advantages of decentralized control with drive and communication technologies for automotive, food and beverage, logistics and other sophisticated material handling applications. Preconfigured control routines for both horizontal and vertical conveyor applications provide ready-to-use functions that simplify programming and start-up.

Armored M12 eurofast cordsets provide protection against abrasion, cuts, water, oil and impact, and are excellent for use in automotive, stamping plants and welding environments. The cordsets use rugged PVC-jacketed cable with interlocking aluminum armor that is ITC/PLTC (instrumentation tray cable) rated and meet Open Wiring specifications, allowing their use in place of conduit.

The Swiss Center for Electronics and Microtechnology (CSEM)launched the ViSe miniature vision sensor system that enables broad-based monitoring and interpretation of visual data in real time, in any light conditions. It allows OEMs to develop application-specific image analysis and response systems aimed at automotive, security, building and home automation, and industrial markets.

With BenchLink Data Logger software, engineers can quickly connect to an instrument, identify measurements, and collect and display data in real time. They can also acquire data for design verification and simple automated tests in electronics, automotive, aerospace/defense, medical, communications and computer industries while gaining high-performance data logging that does not require hours of programming.

The NI 9852 module for the CompactRIO platform provides direct connectivity to low-speed/fault-tolerant CAN networks. Commonly used for body electronics in the automotive industry, low-speed/fault-tolerant CAN networks communicate through two wires. CAN networks have short cable distances and slower communication speeds, making it possible to transmit data asymmetrically over just one bus line instead of two.

The FLACS RT C-series laser system is an ideal solution for companies that manufacture low pressure molded automotive interior components, decorative specialty film components and other plastic, woven and non-woven material products. It incorporates all support structure, guarding and part positioning equipment, as well as robot, laser and ventilation support equipment, into a pre-engineered package.

TCM ball screw assemblies enable precise positioning of moving parts in a wide range of applications for the automotive, aerospace, injection molding, instrumentation, medical, and machine tool industries, among others. Their unique internal return design circulates the ball bearings to the opposite end of the nut through a hole drilled in the wall of the nut body.

As automotive manufacturing becomes increasingly competitive, machine builders must look at new ways to satisfy customer demands. One solution OEMs are beginning to request is the use of modular components which are easy to combine, simplify designing and engineering tasks, and provide more flexibility for multiple car bodies to be produced on the same line.

The Bosch Rexroth TK1 retrofit kit is a “plug-and-play” solution designed to replace the Indramat TRANS01 single-axis motion controller and the DSC servo amplifier commonly found in milling, drilling, and tapping machines within the auto industry.

The newest high-tech paint system from Dürr Paint Systems uses the new Allen-Bradley GuardLogix integrated safety controller from Rockwell Automation to enhance operator safety, speed system installation and reduce engineering costs. Featuring an improved, modular design, the new EcoRP E32 robotic paint system is capable of producing high-quality painting with maximum flexibility for a wide range of automotive applications.

SpaceAge Control is now shipping the Series M general-capability position transducer that gives long displacement range, multiple mounting options, and size efficiency for OEM and high-volume applications. Available in volume and individual prices with same-day shipping, the Series M product line was developed using SpaceAge Control's extensive experience in delivering performance- and safety-critical position transducers for the aircraft, space, and automotive markets.

The DHS215XEL provides the user with a completely portable, easy-to-use, cost-effective, and accurate means to measure surface temperatures in a wide variety of applications including quality/non-destructive testing, manufacturing process control, plant/facilities maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, automotive repair and diagnostics, diesel and fleet maintenance and HVAC/Refrigeration.

The NI 9505 drive module for NI CompactRIO offers direct connectivity to actuators, such as fractional horsepower brushed DC servo motors, relays, lamps, solenoids and valves. With the addition of the new C Series modules, engineers now have more than 30 plug-in C Series modules to choose from and can connect to any industrial or automotive sensor or signal type.

P4 OMNI P4 BCR now read dot-peen bar codes. Made by creating a permanent indent, or dot, in the surface of any malleable material, dot-peen bar codes are frequently used in the automotive and aerospace industries and for government UID applications.

Additions to the Platform for Automotive Systems include the velOSity royalty-free real-time microkernel, new CAN driver software, and support for next-generation office-in-the-car systems. velOSity is ideal for real-time, performance-critical, resource-constrained automotive electronic devices (ECUs), many of which lack off-chip memory, that can be found within in-car head units, handsets, dashboards, and body electronics.