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Sponsor: Red Lion Controls Inc. September 16, 2009 | Edited by Managing Editor: Wes Iversen

Wireless modem card for remote data system monitoring and control updates >>

Red Lion XCGSM wireless modem card enables cellular connectivity for a wide range of remote and mobile data management applications—without the use of external third party modems. Learn how you can get complete system integration and control from your cellular and web devices.

Red Lion Controls Inc.

Temperature panel meter offers multiple temperature inputs and simplified set up >>

The PAXLT Temperature Meter is programmable for 14 different thermocouple and RTD inputs for simplified set up and reliable temperature monitoring and control. Proven PAX programming and a universal power supply with dual set points make it ideal for applications where dual output temperature monitoring is needed.

Red Lion Controls Inc.

Rugged panel meters feature UV- and scratch-resistant window for increased durability >>

Red Lion CUB5 panel meters are now enhanced for high durability in sunlit applications and harsh plant environments. Get long operational life and dependable performance from these panel meters that are also designed to withstand damage from accidental contact on busy plant floors.

Red Lion Controls Inc.

Simplify and speed correct product selection with panel meter selector tool >>

Red Lion's panel meter selector tool is available on the company's website, enabling users to quickly and accurately identify from Red Lion's broad offering of panel meter solutions the one or more meters that best match their criteria.

Red Lion Controls Inc.

Modem card enables cellular connectivity for remote operator interface applications >>

Red Lion G3GSM - GSM Cellular Modem card allows the G3 Series line of HMIs to communicate with operators via cellular technology. Get unprecedented connectivity for remote and mobile applications, with this easy-to-configure card.

Red Lion Controls Inc.

Featured Product

System Simplifies Remote Diagnostics

Based on the vendor’s real-time operating system, the System Diagnostics Manager allows seamless system diagnostics from any location using any Web browser, eliminating the need for user-specific diagnostics tools for analyzing a system. Requiring only a Web browser and a TCP/IP connection, the System Diagnostics Manager enables simple and fast access to diagnostics data from any location during commissioning, field tests and operation of a machine. In addition to system configuration and runtime parameter analysis, a software analysis can be performed to easily check software modules and versions on the target system. Hardware settings on the target system can be quickly checked using the new diagnostics tool functions... Read more


PRODUCT WORLD HIGHLIGHTS

Adaptable, Modular Safety Controller

The FX3 Flexi Soft modular safety controller is a programmable, expandable safety controller that can be adapted to a variety of safety applications for small to medium-sized machines. The controller expands module-by-module (12-144 inputs/outputs), saving space in the control cabinet while optimizing cost and providing flexibility for future expansion. Increased productivity is possible with advanced features such as Fast Shut-Off, EFI (Enhanced Functional Interface) and Network Communications (8 ms). Integration of EFI and all leading network communication (EtherNet/IP, Profibus-DP, Profinet, CANopen, Ethernet TCP/IP, and Modbus TCP) reduces wiring and provides better diagnostics... Read more

Isolator Provides Adjustable Conditioning

The WavePak DC/DC universal isolator is billed as a cost-effective, adjustable conditioning solution for applications with high-level signals, such as flow transmitters in process applications. WavePak is designed to interface between field equipment and control systems, converting and isolating signals with a high level of accuracy that exceeds 0.1%. It is a four-wire DC isolator with complete three-way isolation and its voltage or current inputs and outputs can be internally selected and scaled via pushbuttons located on the front of the module... Read more

Compact Embedded Motion Controller

The PEC-3240 Embedded Motion Controller features 4-axis motion control, 32-channel isolated digital I/O, and an Intel Celeron M CPU. By providing a variety of motion control functions, such as 2/3-axis linear, 2-axis circular interpolation, continuous interpolation, T/S-curve speed profile and position limit detection, the PEC-3240 is a software-ready solution for general machine automation and testing applications. The PEC-3240 is fanless and diskless with no internal cabling, making it resistant to vibration and allowing it to operate in harsh environments with temperature ranges from -10°C to 65°C... Read more

Control Devices Remotely

Anybus RemoteCom is an industrial GSM/GPRS-based device for remote monitoring and control, alarm management and data logging. The device works as an easy-to-use Web gateway that acts as a Modbus bridge as well as providing remote access and control of serial devices over Ethernet, Internet, LANs, GSM, GPRS and telephone modems. The product has a built-in Web server to provide Web-based access from a remote location, alarm management, data logging and trend graphs of field equipment data. The integrated alarm and status handler automatically notifies remote supervisors by e-mail, SMS, SNMP and Modbus TCP if pre-defined limits are exceeded. As an additional service, a secure central Web server solution is provided... Read more

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