A central data hub
As a central communication platform, the OPC router connects all components involved in production - from the PLC to the ERP system. Inray Industriesoftware presented the new features in version 4 at the trade fair.
read more...read more...ETG specifies one-cable solution
At SPS IPC Drives 2015 in Nuremberg, Beckhoff presented 'Ethercat P', the transmission of data and power via a single cable. The ETG has now also specified the technology.
read more...Can be used as an OPC UA server
The modular VPN remote maintenance routers in the eWON Flexy series can be used as OPC UA servers.
read more...MQTT protocol integrated
The monitoring app for the router series 'Imon', 'EBW' and 'Moros' from Insys icom allows efficient monitoring of controllers and other IP-enabled or analog devices that are connected to the routers.
read more...A maximum of four Ethernet devices can be connected
With the Ruggedcom RM1224, Siemens has added an entry-level device to its portfolio of mobile routers. The router, which can be used worldwide, enables data communication via 4G LTE and, if required, 3G UMTS or CDMA2000 mobile networks.
read more...Two variants added
The Rex 100 Ethernet routers from Systeme Helmholz for secure remote Internet access to applications have been expanded to include two new variants. Rex 100 LTE enables fast data transmission with a maximum of 50 Mbit/s upload and 100 Mbit/s download.
read more...New president appointed
With immediate effect, Jack Lee has taken over as President of Red Lion Controls, the US specialist for communication, monitoring and control for industrial automation. He succeeds Mike Granby.
read more...Machine access via radio
Anybus Wireless Bolt is a compact wireless gateway from HMS which, with its design and integrated antenna, is designed for use directly on the machine.
read more...Predictive maintenance - here's how it works!
The data collected in production alone is not enough to make predictive maintenance a reality. The article describes all the necessary steps - from importing the data to integrating predictive models into existing IT systems.
read more...News from the field of electromechanics
Cables, connectors etc. are the backbone of every factory. The "smarter" the latter becomes, the higher the demands on the passive elements for signal and energy transmission. Computer&AUTOMATION has compiled the latest products from the field of electromechanics.
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