Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Devicenet",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Manufacturingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Data communication interface introduced from
Yokogawa Europe - Industrial Automation, which we summarised at the time by saying "A compatible communication interface for industrial recorders and data acquisition equipment eliminates the need for dedicated software to connect with other
devices".
A couple of weeks before,
we featured the news release Positioning systems and drives introduced from
HMK Automation and Drives: "Integrated positioning systems are designed to provide quick and easy setting of axes on production machines and include an absolute encoder in a compact easy to fit package".
In January 2008, we covered the news from Omron Scientific Technologies
concerning its NE1A-EDR01 Ethernet/IP-DeviceNet Routers
- take a look at An Ethernet/IP-DeviceNet router introduced
which says: "An Ethernet/IP-DeviceNet Router allows the operating condition of a DeviceNet safety system to be configured and monitored from a general-purpose Ethernet device".
Take a look also at the news release from Red Lion Controls, HMIs get DeviceNet slave connectivity,
as well as Integrating Modbus devices into CIP architecture from ODVA,
and Controller performs PID loops outside the PLC from Eurotherm.
See also:
Large display HMI panel is a wide communicator
(November 2007)
Two RS232 and two RS485 ports allow an operator interface panel, with a large 15in display, to communicate with virtually any serial device in the plant
Three-phase AC motors couple to Ethernet
(November 2007)
A range of high power, Ethernet compatible, three-phase AC motors are designed to simplify the building of machines for continuous processing and heavy manufacturing plants
Field rugged cable includes Fieldbus versions
(October 2007)
The DataCELL Field rugged cable product line has been extended to include a CC-Link, high-flex-life mid ODVA DeviceNet
Stepper motors get servo functionality
(September 2007)
An 'intelligent' stepper motor controller provides closed-loop current, speed and position control using encoder feedback and features CANopen fieldbus interface as standard
Ethernet guide introduces infrastructure
(August 2007)
A network infrastructure guide for EtherNet/IP provides an introduction to the network infrastructure and gives users a framework for identifying the critical considerations
'Intelligent' relays protect electric motors
(August 2007)
Intended to cut plant downtime and reduce maintenance costs, intelligent motor protection relays include thermal overload, motor temperature monitoring, earth fault and phase imbalance detection
Modular PLC has many field bus slaves
(July 2007)
A compact and modular PLC system offers centralised and decentralised functionality by offering a choice from a wide range of field bus modules and interfacing options
Modular PLC has high speed automation option
(July 2007)
High performance modular PLC system for small to medium distributed control automation applications has Modbus over TCP/IP option for high speed automation applications
Compact drive means users don't have to compromise
(June 2007)
WEG's CFW-8 range of compact drives are designed for operation on centrifugal pumps, process dosing pumps, fans, exhausters, agitators and mixers etc
Direct-drive linear motor shrinks pick-and-place
(June 2007)
Copley Motion Systems' STB11 motors are direct-drive linear motors which combine a slim form factor with high speed and 25g acceleration
New publications for CIP network product family
(May 2007)
EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, CompoNet, ControlNet and CIP Safety updates included in latest editions of CIP network specifications
Low cost robotic welding cells
(May 2007)
For repetitious manual applications, the personal robotic weld cell from Orbitform is said to provide the same functionality as larger cells
Five-pole connector for sensor applications
(May 2007)
Harting has introduced a 5-pole M12 connector designed for sensor applications where five connections are involved
Miniature linear motor for pick-and-place systems
(April 2007)
Copley Controls has introduced the ServoTube small-silhouette STB11 linear motor, a miniature direct-drive linear motor which reduces space requirements in pick-and-place systems
Cable and bus systems on show at InterKama
(April 2007)
Manufacturer of process automation cables for instrumentation, regulation and control technologies to present new product range at exhibition
Ultra slim linear actuators are highly compact
(March 2007)
Copley Controls broadened its line of direct drive ServoTube linear actuators with the highly compact Model STA11
Secure order entry on ODVA's new web site
(March 2007)
Tailored to meet the needs of industry professionals, the new web site includes quick start menus that allow users, suppliers, and members fast access to the resources they need
Educational ASi-tech roadshow
(March 2007)
ASi-tech 2007 is aimed at both existing and potential users of the AS-Interface networking technology that is optimised for low level sensors and actuators
Robotic tool coupler bus gets patent
(March 2007)
InstaTool modules allow downstream I/O data to be updated on the DeviceNet network in less than a second following a tool change, preventing manufacturing delays
Gelfran new temperature controllers
(March 2007)
Gefran's new GFX4 and GXFTERM04 ultra-compact, four channel temperature controllers include fieldbus communications
Ethernet/IP growth to feature at conference
(February 2007)
ODVA will stress the CIP advantage at Hannover Messe 2007, spotlighting EtherNet/IP, the most developed, proven and complete industrial ethernet technology available today
CIP networking standard for motion applications
(February 2007)
The CIP protocol holds the key to solving advanced communication and integration challenges for many applications
Best practice in industrial data communications
(February 2007)
Workshop to outline best practice in designing, installing, commissioning and troubleshooting industrial data communications systems
Ceiling mounted SCARA robot set to save space
(February 2007)
TM Robotics (Europe) has launched a ceiling mounted version of the Toshiba Machine TH450 SCARA, which will save space in the manufacturing cell by allowing access to the working area from above
Machine motion control with support
(February 2007)
GE Fanuc Automation CNC UK offers complete motion solutions, from the operator interface through to the motor shaft - all from one company and with one focus on support
Quix GV open loop AC variable speed drive
(January 2007)
Gefran UK have announced their new Quix GV open loop AC variable speed drive with full torque delivery at standstill
Electronic variable speed drive on motor
(January 2007)
The drawing together of two concepts led Leroy-Somer to introduce its Varmeca motor with integral variable-speed drive in 2000
Ceiling mounted SCARA robot
(January 2007)
TM Robotics (Europe) has launched a ceiling mounted version of the Toshiba Machine TH450 SCARA which will save space in the manufacturing cell by allowing access to the working area from above
Field mountable controller, standalone or network
(January 2007)
Sick (UK) has introduced the UE44X7 field mountable controller for standalone and networked applications
Dust and splash-proofed drives
(December 2006)
The high-efficiency FR-FR700 series of drives from Mitsubishi has now been extended to include a new range of dust and splash-proofed drives for the building services sector
Ethernet/IP adopted as Chinese standard
(December 2006)
Announcement expands adoption of EtherNet/IP in new markets and applications
AC motor drives have Ethernet and TCP/IP
(November 2006)
Three-phase AC motor drives introduce the flexibility of Ethernet Powerlink and TCP/IP connectivity into the high-power machine building sector to save costs
Refrigeration for electron beam nano-lithography
(November 2006)
Vistec Lithography has selected Grant, a designer and manufacturer of custom scientific and industrial solutions, to develop a bespoke refrigeration system
Compact and modular German PLC system
(October 2006)
VIPA System 200V modular automation system is compact, very scaleable and includes Siemens Step7 programming