Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Programmable Controllers",
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 logging and reporting from Schneider from
Schneider Electric, which we summarised at the time by saying "Schneider Electric has released Vijeo Citect SCADA, one of the first fruits of Schneider Electric's purchase of Citect in 2006".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Guide to programmable controllers from
ISA (Instrumentation, Systems and Aut Soc): "New edition of Programmable Controllers discusses all phases of programmable controller applications from systems design and programming to installation, maintenance, and startup".
In February 2007, we covered the news from Moeller Electric
concerning its Motor protection circuit breakers
- take a look at Motor protection circuit breakers for versatility
which says: "PKZ2 motor protection circuit breakers from Moeller Electric provide a wide range of convenient, dependable and exceptionally versatile starting solutions for motors rated up to 18.5kW".
Take a look also at the news release from Yokogawa Europe - Industrial Automation, Flagship integrated production control system,
as well as Basic PLC Programming Course from Profibus Group,
and New TwidoSuite software package from Schneider Electric.
See also:
Providing a Low-Cost PLC Alternative
(October 2006)
ISaGRAF Software Included in Recently-Launched PLC Application Kit that Provides Low-Cost PLC Alternative
Embedded software choice for application kit
(October 2006)
ICS Triplex ISaGRAF has announced that its flagship product ISaGRAF is the software of choice for Rabbit Semiconductor's new Embedded . Application Kit
BS EN 62061 harmonised to the Machinery Directive
(October 2006)
Although it is all but identical to IEC 62061, BS EN 62061 is now harmonised to the Machinery Directive and this article explains the implications for machine builders and examines the standard
News from Pilz on PR290 BSEN62061
(September 2006)
The implications of BS EN 62061 being harmonised to the Machinery Directive
Backup package returns plant to service quickly
(February 2004)
Backup software package enables users of PC-based automation systems to return their plant to service after a hardware failure in the shortest possible time, and with a minimum of user input
Innovative products integrated into efficient work
(February 2004)
Efficient, effective and economic solutions for popular applications, based on integrated combinations of innovative products, are the primary focus of demonstrations at the TOTAL show
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
More engineers adopt PC-based control systems
(November 2003)
More and more control system designers are finding that PC-based control systems offer levels of versatility, performance and value for money that simply cannot be matched by traditional systems
PC-based control products secure business
(August 2003)
PC-based control products are providing Thomas Swan Scientific with a secure platform for future developments of its market-leading semiconductor manufacturing equipment
Take full advantage of using Ethernet
(May 2003)
Users of fieldbus-based control systems can now take full advantage of the low cost and high performance offered by Ethernet, without having concerns over Ethernet's suitability
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
Process controllers send text messages
(April 2003)
Family of temperature / process controllers include plain language scrolling text message displays that provide operators with a fully customisable 'message cent
Operator interfaces are flexible and convenient
(April 2003)
Providing effective, flexible and convenient operator interfaces for control systems of all sizes and levels of complexity is now easier than ever says a control systems company
Everything you need to set up EtherNet/IP
(March 2003)
A new group of products extends EtherNet/IP connectivity to the Allen-Bradley PowerFlex range of drives, FlexLogix programmable controllers and 1734 POINT I/O systems
DIN-rail mounting module offers PC power
(February 2003)
Compact and very competitively priced, a controller offers all of the power of a high-performance PC in a DIN-rail mounting module which measures just 100mm x 38mm x 91mm
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
PLC proved out on a multi-spindle bar feeder
(July 2002)
The new compact PLC S7 300 C by Siemens was released on the market only following the conclusion of a test program run on an IEMCA multi-spindle bar feeder
Easing low to high level fieldbus integration
(June 2002)
A master bus terminal makes it easy to integrate the AS-i low-level fieldbus system with installations based on any of 12 higher-level fieldbuses
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
Control motors directly via fieldbus
(April 2002)
Controlling motors of up to 4kW directly from any of the principal fieldbus systems is straightforward and inexpensive with a new range of power bus terminals
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
Coupler bus box boosts fieldbus flexibility
(January 2002)
The fieldbus coupler bus box makes it easy to design fieldbus installations which combine the operating speed and noise immunity of fibre optics with the versatility of copper-based systems
Control panels located up to 5m from PCs
(January 2002)
The new operator control panels from Hayes Control Systems feature straightforward DVI and USB connection facilities, which allow them to be located up to five metres from a PC
Drives connect with almost any fieldbus system
(November 2001)
Outstanding dynamic performance, integral EMC filtering, and the ability to connect easily to virtually any fieldbus system are among the key benefits offered by the new range of servo drives
Motion Control Library meets PLCopen standards
(October 2001)
Hayes Control Systems offers new Motion Control Library for use with Beckhoff TwinCAT NC automation software and is compliant with PLCopen motion control programming standardisation scheme
Couplers and terminals expand fieldbus versatility
(September 2001)
The introduction of Economy Plus bus couplers, and a new Bus Terminal Extension module means that the Beckhoff protocol-independent fieldbus system from Hayes Control Systems is more versatile
Legislation reduces bus-based automation costs
(March 2001)
The introduction of EN 954-1 and IEC 61508 regulations, which govern machinery safety and electrical controls, open up opportunities for users of networked control systems
PLC achieves SIL1-3 Safety Standards
(March 2001)
The new Simatic S7-400F Fail-safe PLC is the first device of its type in the world to achieve safety integrity across SIL levels 1 to 3 of the IEC 61508 standard, for a single processor
A 19th Century vision is 21st Century reality
(March 2001)
Siemens Automation and Drives has always been closely involved with the design and production of safety products for industrial automation