Instrumentation & Automation News articles from May 2002

Instrumentation & Automation News archives from May 2002

Network enabling device.
May 1, 2002... The Digi One IA RealPort[TM] network enabling device allows for connection of new and legacy serial devices and PCs from anywhere on the factory floor, using any operating system. Advanced Modbus and Modbus/TCP features allow for improved...

AC drives.
May 1, 2002... The GS series of AC drives includes the GS1 mini AC drive that features 1/4-2 hp, 115 Vac/230 Vac input and 230 Vac output, as well as 3-10 KHz carrier frequency. Four programmable digital inputs and one programmable relay output are also...

DIN rail terminal block.
May 1, 2002... The ASI TERMINATOR is a DIN rail mounted modular terminal block system that can save up to 80% in wiring labor cost, claims the company. The terminal block eliminates wire stripping, screw and spring clamps, wire ferrules and accessories. It...

Vendors speak out in favor of the EBX form factor. (Pool's Reflections).
May 1, 2002... In a recent study conducted by Venture Development Corp. (VDC) entitled "2001/2002 Merchant Computer Boards in Real-Time and Embedded Applications", board vendors projected substantial growth in shipments of EBX form factor motherboards during...

Fiberglass enclosures: with "no limits" panel management system[TM]. (Enclosures, Cabinets, Cases & Racks).
May 1, 2002... This company has introduced the DiamondShield[TM] family of high-quality fiberglass enclosures. Every cubic inch of interior volume is available and completely protected in these enclosures. Through their "No Limits" Panel Management System,...

Fiberglass enclosures: offer full panel access. (Enclosures, Cabinets, Cases & Racks).
May 1, 2002... This company now offers larger size fiberglass cabinets with all usable panel space. Designed with full front access to the panel, the Control Series is offered in six popular industry sizes ranging from 24" x 20" x 9-3/4" to 30" x 24' x...

Electrical enclosures: with +70 [degrees] ambient temperature rating/ATEX certification. (Enclosures, Cabinets, Cases & Racks).
May 1, 2002... This company's Increased Safety terminal enclosures are now available with a +70 [degrees] C ambient temperature ratings as part of their ATEX certification. The enclosures are intended to house electrical equipment that will not generate an...

Metallic enclosures: IP65/NEMA 4. (Enclosures, Cabinets, Cases & Racks).
May 1, 2002... Wall mounted metallic enclosures are offered with either single or double doors in sizes from 12" x 8" x 6" through 48" 40" x 12". Manufactured from sheet metal with a thickness of 0.06", they offer a back plate, door rails, gland plate with...

Trends in enclosures, cabinets, cases & racks. (Enclosures, Cabinets, Cases & Racks).
May 1, 2002... The trend toward more distributed control architectures and the increased use of Ethernet communication has prompted new product development from Hoffman. A new line of computer workstation enclosures facilitates Ethernet monitoring,...

Photoelectric sensors: RS232 compatible. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... These photoelectric sensors can be set up, monitored and controlled directly from a computer screen. These DCS[TM] SMARTEYE[R] digitally controlled sensors are compatible with computers, PLCs, embedded controllers or any control device equipped...

OEM transducer: features compact, rugged design. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The KM10 transducer is a compact unit that is rugged, accurate and suitable for a wide spectrum of OEM applications. Designed to address some of the most severe OEM applications involving the rigors of shock, vibration and operating temperature...

Dewpoint meter: for spot-checking applications. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The DM70 hand-held Dewpoint Meter is designed for industrial spot-checking applications, such as compressed air lines and other dry gas applications. It can also be used as a tool for reading the output of the company's other dewpoint...

Current sensors: fully isolated; self-powered. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The CR9521 series current sensors are designed for applications that require monitoring of electrical alternating current. Fully isolated to protect delicate monitoring equipment, it is self-powered requiring no external power supply. The unit...

Remote display: for industrial applications. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... This remote display is designed for real-time display in harsh environments. Based on the GigaSTaR high-speed data link connection, remote displays at distances up to 300 feet are possible. GigaSTaR's unique capabilities, i.e., transmitting...

Level sensor: protects against overflow. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The LI Series level sensor provides overflow protection in fluid sensing applications. The sensor can be used as an independent overflow protection device or with other level sensors for added security against overflow. It also offers reliable...

Transducers: with in-line electronics. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The WA-Electronic series of inductive displacement transducers provides a convenient 0-10 Vdc output signal through its inline electronics. Models include both plunger and spring-loaded probe configurations. The transducers' design allows its...

Tank gauging system: monitors 15 tank probes or sensors. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The SiteSentinel 1 integrated tank gauging system monitors any combination of 16 tank probes and/or sensors. It reduces training costs with its simple graphical interface, provides real-time inventory data and alerts users to product shortages...

Engineering tools & motion modem modules: for micro PLCs. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... This company has released Version 3.2 of its SIMATIC STEP 7 Micro/WIN 32 software, in conjunction with the release of two S7-200 expansion modules -the EM241 Modem Module and the EM253 Position Module. The software adds configuration wizards...

Data acquisition & control systems: provide DIN rail signal conditioning. (Signal Conditioners).
May 1, 2002... The MEDACS Series (Modular Expandable Data Acquisition and Control Systems) are designed to provide a new concept in DIN rail signal conditioning modules. Offering a high degree of functionality and configurability, together with the capability...

Signal conditioner: features small size. (Signal Conditioners).
May 1, 2002... The MICROKON signal conditioner is only 6.2 mm in width, offering a small unit with the form factor of a terminal block. All modules operate with an accuracy of 0.08% and are opto-electrically isolated. All standard inter faces such as 0-10 V,...

Frequency-to-dc signal conditioner: for flow a speed measurement. (Signal Conditioners).
May 1, 2002... The FDY PC-programmable frequency-to-dc transmitter with display monitors frequency, period, high or low pulse width and contact closure signals in flow and speed measurement applications. The 2-wire (loop-powered) transmitter features...

Analog converters: rated class I, Div. 2. (Signal Conditioners).
May 1, 2002... These single and multifunction analog converters now feature approval for UL 1604 Class I, Div. 2, Groups A, B, C and D hazardous locations. These compact, 22.5 mm wide, DIN rail mounted converters accept a wide range of input signals and...

Field programmable analog signal conditioners offer extremely wide ranges of inputs. (Special Product Report).
May 1, 2002... The functionality of analog signal conditioning has grown by leaps and bounds. A single field configurable analog signal conditioner can operate over extremely wide input voltage or current ranges such as 20 mV to 200 V, or 0.1 mA to 100 mA, to...

Vision sensors: high-performance. (Products News).
May 1, 2002... The In-Sight[TM] 4000 Series vision sensors offer speed improvements of up to 5x over previous models to provide high-performance operation. The series consists of the following new models: In-Sight 4000 -an ultra-high performance vision sensor...

Flat panel LCD recorders: nist traceable. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... This company now offers an extensive line of economical flat panel LCD recorders that monitor temperature and humidity, FH121, remote temperature and humidity, FH125, or remote high temperature, FT121. These flat panel LCD recorders feature a...

Message displays: with networking capabilities. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The Allen-Bradley InView[TM] line of message displays with DeviceNet[TM] and Ethernet network communication modules is designed to meet end-user needs for greater plant-wide connectivity. The Ethernet modules are compatible with Ethernet TCP/IP...

Silicone parts & seals: with advanced LSR technology. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... This company has added Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR) technology to its range of capabilities, enabling the company to deliver high quality silicone parts and seals with fast turnaround and competitive prices. Silicone seals produced by this...

Mass flow controller: with on-board LCD display. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The Model 810S Mass-Trak[R] features a stainless steel flow body, a single-sided 24 Vdc power input, and integrated display and setpoint control to simplify flow control of corrosive and toxic gases. The instrument's patented large internal...

PID controller: multi-channel. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The MA900 multi-channel PID controller is designed to reduce channel density without sacrificing performance normally found in single loop controls. In a standard 1/4 DIN size, it features eight independent autotuning PID loops and can replace...

Embedded device: with internet-based remote control. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... This PC-based industrial controller with Internet-based remote control capability includes all key elements required for graphics-based remote access to equipment -control hardware, web server software, graphics tools and management utilities....

Load measurement system: includes software & sensors. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The Economical Load & Force (ELF) System combines FlexiForce[TM] single element force sensors with advanced electronics to produce a simple but powerful load measurement system. The hardware is simple to install, using a standard serial port....

Digital I/O board: for PC/104-based data acquisition. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The Model 104-DIO-48S is a 48-bit parallel digital input/output card designed for PC/104-based data acquisition. This high performance 48-channel board features Change of State (COS) Detection on selected ports, allowing the card to generate an...

Preventive maintenance scheduling system: based on actual machine/tooling usage. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... This company now provides an economical means to schedule Predictive Maintenance based on actual machine/tooling usage. An MDT-02 Machine Data Transducer connects to each production machine to collect run time, down time and cycle count and...

Smart laser sensor: interchangeable heads. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The ZX smart laser measurement sensor's amplifier can interface with three visible red through beam and eight visible red displacement sensor heads. This flexibility lets the user utilize the same sensor amplifier platform for a variety of...

HMI/SCADA Software: for historical data. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... This company has announced the newest version of Lookout HMI/SCADA Software, Version 5.0. This software features enhanced historical data viewing and management capabilities, delivering a better way to present, archive and organize historical...

Ultrasonic sensor: with "teach" setup. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The SUPERPROX[R] Model SM900 series of proximity sensor provides foreground and background suppression as part of its pushbutton, sensing window, "teach" setup. The sensor's discriminating microprocessor enables the sensor to detect only those...

Audible/Visual alarm system: can be a 2-point annunciator system. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The BDS Model 202 alarm system now can be used as a two (2) point annunciator system. This added feature makes it possible for an operator to acknowledge an alarm after trouble is reported. The system can be used for small tank farms for...

Machine vision system: intelligent design. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The ICS 100 Intelligent Camera Sensor can be quickly and easily integrated into any application without special image processing knowledge. The IP64 housing and homogenous integrated illumination and lens make it easy to mount in the smallest...

Differential pressure transducers: for flow measurements. (Pressure Sensors).
May 1, 2002... These OEM differential pressure transducers are designed for air flow (ventilation), water flow, anesthetic gas flow, air intake flow, exhaust gas flow, coolant flow, oil flow, fuel flow and product mixing and blending applications. The...

Pressure gauge & modem: with integrated design. (Pressure Sensors).
May 1, 2002... The Level Devil[R] 9143 is a state-of-the-art, integrated pressure gauge and modem that reports the level of a single liquid storage tank. It is housed in a tubular shaped housing allowing the unit to be lowered through a tank's top opening to...

Pressure transducers: custom configurations available in 3 days. (Pressure Sensor).
May 1, 2002... The Psibar[R] pressure transducers are now available with a larger selection of custom configurations in just 3 days. The company's QwikConfig[TM] program offers a full complement of configuration options including more than 45 sensing ranges,...

Digital pressure/vacuum gauges: NEMA 4X. (Sensor Product News).
May 1, 2002... The Falcon Digi [Pro.sup.4] digital pressure/vacuum gauges feature a rugged NEMA 4X housing. Battery powered (up to 2500 hour battery life), low-voltage externally powered or 2-wire 4-20 mA loop powered transmitter versions are available. The...

Trends in communication protocols. (Sensor Product News).
May 1, 2002... Advances in vacuum technology have facilitated improved accuracy while expanding measurement range. Many industrial process equipment systems rely on interactive digital communications to deliver these advances. DeviceNet[TM] is an economic...

Miniature switch: delivers ethernet in a compact size. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The EIS miniature switch in the CTRLink[TM] family is designed for control panels where space is at a premium. It combines versatility and flexibility with increased network performance. Classified as a five-port switching hub, one port can be...

2-wire transmitters: with DIN mount option. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The 200-Series 2-wire transmitters are available for DIN rail mounting as well as connection head or surface mount. Their 1-3/4" diameter housing fits most standard thermocouple heads, or may be surface mounted using two screws. JH...

Devicenet[TM] I/O controllers: high-density. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The D.I.P. Products CDN39x Series consists of three high-density controllers for bi-directional digital and analog I/O applications. The D.I.P. DCN49x Series consists of four high-density digital, analog and mixed analog/digital controllers....

Wireless transmitters: monitor alarms & switches. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The RF10 RF Event Transmitters simplify monitoring of switch and alarm activities without costly wiring. They are suitable for monitoring alarms for flow, level, pressure, temperature and other plant or laboratory setups. These portable,...

Logic controls: eliminate the need for multiple devices. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... These logic controls eliminate the need for multiple control devices by performing a variety of functions such as speed regulation, direction of rotation, slip, flow rate and volumetric data. They feature a modular housing that snaps to a 35-mm...

Level device: for level measurement & control. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... Tank-O-Meters use the accurate and dependable hydrostatic principle, to measure and control contents of tanks up to 1,000 feet away. They have no moving parts and are easy to install. Tanks can be open, closed, vented, at ground level, buried,...

Communications module: wireless. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The Communicator[TM] is an integrated wireless communication module designed as part of the Rockwell Automation Encompass Program for the Allen-Bradley SLC-500 controller. It installs directly into the SLC-500 chassis and communicates across...

Flat panel monitor arm: can hold 20 to 45 lbs. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The HD45 flat panel monitoring arm can hold 20 to 45 lbs., allowing easy mounting of heavy-duty plasma screens, panel PCs and sealed monitors. It uses a four bar linkage system to ensure the monitor stays in the same position throughout its...

Thermocouple cards: provide low-noise temperature readings. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The DBK81[TM], DBK82[TM], DBK83[TM] and DBK84[R] are four new high-performance thermocouple expansion options for the DaqBook[R], DaqBoard[TM] and LogBook[TM] product lines. In 7- or 14-channel configurations, they feature individual channel...

Digital torque tester: with flanged remote sensor. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The Model DI-3-1P digital torque tester with flanged remote sensor calibrates torque tools to 362 lb-ft. It has an accuracy of [+ or -] 0.5% F.S., [+ or -] 1 LSD and measures torque in first peak, peak and real time modes. Standard RS232 output...

Palm pilot[R]: allows wireless data transmission. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... This company's customers can now collect, manage and transmit data anytime, anywhere with the Palm Pilot SPT 1733 from Symbol Technologies. The complete line of company software is now compatible with the device, allowing users to transmit...

DC to DC transmitter: isolated. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The Model 4380G field-selectable isolated dc to dc transmitter accepts dc voltage or current inputs and provides an optically isolated dc voltage or current output. The input and output ranges can be field configured with external switches....

Solid state relays & contactors: up to 90 amps. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The RJ Series Solitrons are designed to replace electromechanical contactors in high switching frequency applications. They feature an integral heat sink, and they can be snapped onto DIN-rail or mounted to a back chassis. Other features...

Intelligent controller: programmable. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The HI-Q125 programmable intelligent controller features triple 6-digit LCD display, 8-alarm annunciators, keypad and NEMA 4X (IP65) housing. Other features include isolated 16-bit A/D, math functions, isolated "compliance" for external...

Sensors: for RH/absolute humidity. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... This company offers a wide range of relative humidity (RH) sensors using resistive or capacitive elements and absolute humidity sensors employing thermal conductivity principles. Features of resistive elements are: wide range of operation:...

Ultrasonic flowmeter: offers menu-driven programming. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The Time Delta M is Fuji Electric's latest addition to its line of high-performance transit-time ultrasonic flowmeters. It offers simple, menu-driven programming via built-in keypad as well as 4-20 mA, pulse frequency, totalizer and alarm...

Programmable system: for signal conditioning. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The DAQ 720 is a compact, programmable 32-channel signal conditioning system with 16-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) resolution, designed to function as a rugged, high performance, portable data acquisition system for in-vehicle or...

Microminiature DVRT[R]: with captive spring & guided core. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... This microminiature gauging DVRT is a tiny position sensor with captive spring and guided core. This linear position sensor is available in 1.5, 3 and 6 mm full-scale (FS) stroke lengths. Standard resolution is 1.5 microns, linearity [+ or -]...

Integrated heater/sensors: for precise thermal control. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The Thermofoil[TM]' heater/sensors combine the fast warm up and low mass of an etched foil heater with an RTD or thermistor temperature sensor. Kapton heater insulation allows operation to 150 [degrees] C and the small sensor size provides fast...

Displacement sensor: with CMOS CCD technology. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... This company has expanded its Microtrak[TM] family of laser-based contact measurement systems. The Microtrak II offers CMOS CCD technology in a compact, DIN mountable package for precise measurements of displacement, position, vibration and...

600 Watt power supplies: meet FCC & EN class B standards. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The RKW 600 Watt power supplies provide regulated dc outputs from 3.3-48 Volts from ac mains 85-264 Volts with PFC. Conducted and radiated emissions are suppressed to meet FCC Class B, VCCI Class B, EN 55011-B and EN 55022-B limits. ...

Incandescent light: offers NEMA 4X/IP65 enclosure. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The Streamline[TM] LP3I incandescent light offers a NEAM 4X/IP65 enclosure, three mounting options and five colors. Operating voltages include 12 Vdc, 24 Vdc and 120 Vac. Other features include choice of three mounting bases and availability in...

Tricolor bargraph: replaces "form & fit". (Product News).
May 1, 2002... Available with either 1 or 2 Bargraph and Digital, the HI-Q 119 replaces "Form & Fit" any 6" bargraph, either analog or unicolor LED units without changing the expensive panel mounting. Features include dual microprocessor; math functions,...

Vibration monitor: guards machinery. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The Model 8812 K-Guard vibration level monitor and switch allows for an external 100 mV/g accelerometer to be remotely located from the signal processing module. The monitor guards rotating machinery and other equipment against vibration. ...

Monitoring device: with internet accessibility. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... This company has web-enabled their Falcon monitoring device, allowing users to check equipment and site status over the Internet with any standard web browser. The monitor accepts an image from any IP addressable web camera. This image provides...

Specular reflective sensor: with 10 nanometer resolution. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The SLS 7000 Specular Reflective Sensor is a non-contact laser-based industrial gauging sensor with a 10 nanometer resolution range using specular reflective triangulation measurement principles. It can measure surfaces ranging from perfect...

USB to GPIB controller module: for controlling test instruments. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The Model 488-USB is a USB to GPIB Controller Module designed for controlling test instruments. This module converts any desktop or portable PC with a USB interface into a full-function, IEEE 488.2 compatible bus controller. ICS...

Torque analyzer: for brushless transducers. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The TorqueMate Plus is a torque analyzer with 5 Vdc capability to seamlessly interface with brushless rotary transducers. Torque and angle readouts from pulse tools with strong vibrations can now be accurately recorded and analyzed. This...

Control component: adds to sensors. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The SmartPlug is designed to quickly plug new functionality to sensors and solve control problems on existing installations without re-programming the PLC. By simply plugging this component into a sensor or switch, users can add control...

Ultrasonic proximity sensors: offer long-range sensing. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The SUPERPROX[R] Model SM600 Series of ultrasonic proximity sensors offers long-range sensing capabilities up to 254 mm. They offer deadbands as short as 19 mm with the mounting convenience of a small, 18 mm barrel or fiat-profile package. ...

Enterprise-level services: for remote management. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... emConnect Services are enterprise-level services that can send, collect, prioritize and transfer secure information to and from large populations of intelligent devices that are located anywhere in the world. The secure data center houses all...

Wiring duct: for fast, convenient installation. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... This customizable DNG PVC wiring duct with snap-off sidewall fingers for wire lead-off capabilities for all wire sizes and bundles is designed for quick installation in all wire management applications. Manufactured of a high impact, rigid PVC,...

Multi-sensor system: for industrial use. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The Evolution multi-sensor meter is a battery-powered meter designed for industrial use that features interchangeable sensor modules. A single display unit automatically configures itself whenever a different sensor module is inserted in the...

Intelligent camera: for industrial applications. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The VC 2028 is an economical intelligent camera designed for industrial applications. It joins this company's line of smart cameras, which includes the VC 2065 and VC 2038. Like its sister products, this smart camera is a complete image...

Operator control station: with color-touchscreen capability. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The OCS300 series Operator Control Station (OCS) combines a logic controller, operator interface, network and I/O in one integrated package. It features color-touchscreen capability and a local I/O expansion system that allows up to 20...

Motor+driver products: with integrated indexer. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... This company has added new products to its MDrive motor plus driver products including Mdrive14, MDrive34 and MDrive 23 and 34 Motion Control versions with integrated indexer. The product line also includes MDrive 17 and MDrive23: NEMA size 17...

Size 34 stepping motor: with board level driver. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The CSK Series with a size 34 (3.35 in. sq. {85 mm sq.}), 2-phase, hybrid stepping motor and compact board level driver, provides both high speed and high torque capability in a single motor-driver package. The holding torque values vary from...

Sealed-hybrid modem: surface-mountable. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... The XE2420 integrated sealed-hybrid modem provides a complete 2400 BPS modem into an economical miniature, surface-mount package. The company's HyPLCC[TM] package (Hybrid PLCC) makes it possible to meet the conflicting goals of small size,...

Absolute encoder: features thin, 1.38" profile. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... This company has announced the latest addition to its Accu-Coder[TM] brand encoder line, the single mm Absolute Series AccuCoder Model 926 Thru-Bore. Features include a thin, 1.38" profile, a variety of bore sizes in both blink hollow and...

Wall mount transmitter: for temperature monitoring. (Product News).
May 1, 2002... This wall mount transmitter offers highly accurate temperature monitoring of industrial workspaces. It offers remote control capabilities and is compatible with data logging devices to track work are temperature history. The sensor apparatus is...

Touch computer: features all-in-one Design. (Operator Interfaces/Workstations).
May 1, 2002... The IndustraTouch II is an all-in-one touchpanel PC that maintains the slim footprint of its predecessor, while offering faster processing speed via a 133 MHz bus, more power with a 150 W ATX power supply and twice the memory with up to 512 MB...