Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Programmable Controller",
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 Low cost PLC usage diversifies widely from
Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems, which we summarised at the time by saying "A low cost programmable controller has such features as analogue inputs, PID control loop, real time clock and GSM modem facilities, as well as simple function block
programming".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Innovative PLC makes automation simple and open from
Schneider Electric: "A mid-range yet powerful programmable controller offers high performance, multi-tasked processing and support for all five of the IEC61131/3 programming languages".
In April 2007, we covered the news from Unitemp
concerning its Fluid test chamber
- take a look at New fluid test chamber reduces leakage
which says: "Unitemp has announced a range of liquid to liquid thermal shock chambers suitable for testing electrical and automotive components that reduce the loss of expensive testing fluids".
Take a look also at the news release from ISA (Instrumentation, Systems and Aut Soc), Guide to programmable controllers,
as well as PLC serial communications enhanced from Idec Electronics,
and Positioning system speeds multi-spindle set-up from Elesa (UK).
See also:
Coping with maintenance management of PLCs
(July 2006)
In this article, Don Fitchett asks a series of questions about PLCs, to which if the answer is 'no', then important information is given on the maintenace management of PLCs
'Driving Connectivity' OPC conferences scheduled
(June 2006)
Themed 'Driving Connectivity', a MatrikonOPC User Group Conference will provide practical information for industrial connectivity issues for professionals from plant-floor to boardroom
Ultra-fast cycle time accelerates pick and place
(May 2006)
A novel fully integrated electrically-actuated handling module offers ultra-fast cycle time to accelerate pick and place operations in light assembly automation and conveyor schemes
Reduce set-up time on multi-spindle automatics
(April 2006)
At MACH 2006, a producer of standard machine components and mechanical machine indicators offers a way to reduce set-up time and improve productivity on multi-spindle automatics
Over 100 exhibitors show new products at MACH 2006
(April 2006)
With only six weeks to go until MACH 2006 opens, more than 100 of the exhibitors have now been independently verified as having 'New at MACH' products or services at the show
Modem at PLC sends alarm to mobile 'phone
(March 2006)
Connecting a low cost GSM modem to a PLC application allow alarm messages from an unmanned system to be sent to a mobile or fax number where diagnostic information can be retrieved
PC 'father' Dick Morley will be working with ISA
(March 2006)
Known as the 'father of the programmable controller', Dick Morley will be working with ISA in a formal advisory capacity to help to build membership - especially among the young
Linux-ready industrial box computer
(March 2006)
Artila Electronics, an emerging force in the industrial PC solutions field, has announced the world's smallest ARM9-based, Linux-ready industrial box computer, the Matrix-500
PLC and PC based controllers summarised
(February 2006)
A 40 page system summary covers PLC and PC based controllers along with information on software, HMI's and accessories to give an overview of centralised and decentralised control systems
SCARA robot has longest reach in class
(September 2005)
SCARA robot has longest reach in class with a reach of 1050mm, which, together with a maximum payload capacity of 20kg, makes the robot one of the most versatile machines in its class
How to reduce multi-spindle set-up times
(July 2005)
Electronic positioning system allows multi-spindle machine operator to see at a glance which shafts are in correct position and to then select new rotational ratios for shaft travel, etc
Programmable automation controllers triple output
(March 2005)
Engineers and scientists building processing-intensive control applications can now triple their processing performance with a new family of compact controllers
Intelligent controller adds motor flexibility
(November 2004)
A powerful and flexible intelligent control device for motor protection applications can be used with all major fieldbuses and has all the motor protection and control functions
IDEC MicroSmart PLC family
(September 2004)
The trend towards distributed control means networked 'Micro' PLC's are doing the job a large PLC did in the past
Weld nut/bolt feeder PLC accepts programs loading
(July 2004)
Control system on standard nut and bolt feeders allows easy integration into automatic and robot resistance welding systems and has a memory chip for data protection and program up/downloading
Relay Board Sets New Power Record
(January 2004)
The new HIO16 high power relay I/O board from Splat Controls is an expansion board for the Splat range of controllers featuring 8 heavy duty relays, each capable of switching up to 20A at 240VAC
Programmable controller is easy to use and compact
(November 2003)
Easy to use, compact, stand-alone programmable controller gives simple, inexpensive, low level control for industrial as well as domestic applications
Thermal Shock Affordable For Semiconductor Testing
(November 2003)
TSB liquid-to-liquid thermal shock test chambers from ESPEC significantly reduce testing costs by limiting the loss of expensive perfluoropolyether thermal fluid
Front End Display makes the most of controls
(September 2003)
The Front End Display unit helps users access and harness the power of Festo's increasingly popular range of small control solutions
Programmable controller is also timer and counter
(May 2003)
Programmable controller can be used either as a PLC, temperature controller, counter, timer or HMI and is packaged in the compact DIN48 format
Electro-mechanical cylinders pack a powerful punch
(March 2003)
Compact electro-mechanical cylinders provide high power density in a small package, with the cylinders approximately 40% smaller and much lighter than their standard counterparts
Radio link data collector offers high accuracy
(November 2002)
A very accurate 16 bit radio link data collector allows the user to measure, display and record real time temperature and humidity data
Miniature PC provides plenty of functionality
(July 2002)
Just 3in deep, a tiny industrial PC module takes up almost no additional space when added to the back of a display panel, yet allows the use of powerful controls for motion control systems
Tube benders get PC system update
(May 2002)
PC-based control products have made it possible for a tube-forming specialist to equip its latest range of tube bending machines with versatile and future-proofing control systems
Standard PC operates motion systems
(April 2002)
An upgraded revolutionary software package allows a standard PC to operate simultaneously as a powerful programmable controller and a versatile motion control system
Real-time control integrated with communications
(April 2002)
Soft controller maximises its ability to integrate with proprietary solutions and real-time control, including motion control applications
PC provides CNC and PLC functionality
(March 2002)
Reliability, versatility and ease-of-use are among the principal reasons why a missile manufacturer chose a PC-based control system for a machine, which winds Kevlar onto aluminium forms
Bar feeders enter into dialogue with CNC lathes
(January 2002)
The family of Boss bar feeders now features a new serial function which 'dialogues' with the lathe
Clever motor starters with increase efficiency
(December 2001)
Rockwell Automation has added DeviceLogix intelligence to its Allen-Bradley DeviceNet Starter Auxiliary (DSA), enabling simple control functions to be delegated to the component level
Unit applies beads or continuous flow
(October 2001)
The Servo-Flo 901 is designed for bead applications accepting either a 0-10V analogue signal for continuously variable flow rate control; or discrete interlocks
Double width control facilities for small presses
(July 2001)
Users of single width presses can now enjoy a level of press control only previously available on double width machines, with the new 'PressView' Single Width Print Desk from Rockwell Automation
INMOCO adds more industrial automation controllers
(April 2001)
INMOCO has added seven new servo and stepper models to its popular MultiPro family of industrial automation controllers from Control Technology Corporation (CTC)
Drives feature speed profiling
(January 2001)
Rockwell Automation has added speed profiling, encoder/encoderless switchover and an encoderless-with-deadband option to its Allen-Bradley 1336 IMPACTTM AC drive