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Sponsor: Wago Corporation October 20, 2009 | Edited by Managing Editor: Wes Iversen

More than Less Wire with Bluetooth >>

Easily add wireless communication for controller to controller coordination that is both secure and robust. The 100 mW radio supports distances up to 328 ft. in building and 3,280 ft. open air.

WAGO Corporation

Go Enclosureless with Speedway >>

Eliminate enclosures with this IP 67 rated distributed control and I/O platform. Speedway offers maximum flexibility with support for popular networks, increased module to module and total node extension, and up to 520 I/O points per node.

Wago Corporation

High Density 16 Point I/O >>

Maximize space with 16 points of input or output in a module that is just 12mm wide. The HE10 ribbon cable interface also offers plug-in wiring and a growing list of interface modules: indication, relay, AC, etc.

Wago Corporation

Stepper Motor Control in the I/O Node >>

Integrate scalable stepper motor control in the I/O node with 4 different modules to choose from (e.g. with or without power driver, encoder feedback, etc.).

Wago Corporation

Upgrade your Allen-Bradley Logix® System >>

Predefined add-on instructions from WAGO allow easy integration of the WAGO-I/O-SYSTEM within an RS-Logix® and Logix controller platform... helping you add functionality while reducing overall costs.

Wago Corporation

Featured Product

Smart Camera “Sets Benchmark”

The BOA Vision System is an integrated smart camera that comprises all of the elements of an industrial machine vision system. It is billed as the first smart camera in its class to incorporate multiple processing engines. This enables algorithm optimization via DSP, application management via CPU, and sensor management via FPGA. It is also the first smart camera to truly embed the application software, which is easily set up through a standard Web browser, says the vendor. The BOA features a compact, 44mm cube form factor, and its IP67-rated housing enables use in harsh, washdown environments... Read more


PRODUCT WORLD HIGHLIGHTS

Handheld Field Device Diagnostics

Billed as the next generation in handheld communicator technology, the 475 Field Communicator extends beyond device configuration functionality to provide advanced device diagnostic and troubleshooting capabilities in the field and on the bench so users can work more efficiently. Users can update their Communicator via the Internet, and through Bluetooth communication, can update the Communicator with the latest Device Descriptions for their field devices. A further advance is the full-color LCD display that provides an intuitive graphical interface to support trend charts, gauges and graphics available in enhanced Device Descriptions... Read more

Optimize Plant Production Schedules

Proficy Scheduler operations management software provides an interactive, visual tool designed to help planners create and maintain more dynamic and effective production schedules based on resources and asset capacity... Read more

Production Data Goes Cellular

The XCGSM is a GSM cellular modem expansion card for the vendor’s Data Station Plus and Modular Controller series data acquisition products. It enables cellular connectivity for remote and mobile data management applications without the use of external third-party modems... Read more

Cable Built for Extremes

This Cat 5e cable features a flexible flat profile and an exclusive, extruded silicone encapsulation, says the vendor. While meeting or exceeding all electrical and signal requirements for the Cat 5e standard, this flame-resistant version features a temperature rating from -65°C to +260°C range... Read more

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UPCOMING EVENTS:
MESA International 2009 Plant-to-Enterprise Conference
This year's conference will focus on the theme, Survive to Thrive, and how companies on either end of the spectrum need to think, act, and engage in today's and tomorrow's global economic realities.
Jaarbeurs, Utrecht, The Netherlands. Oct 27-28, 2009.
Invensys OpsManage 2009
OpsManage'09 will present Wonderware software solutions but also offer the entire spectrum of Invensys Operations Management opportunities and solutions focusing on manufacturing and infrastructure operations industries.
Anaheim, CA. Nov 3-5, 2009.
SMMA 2009 Fall Technical Conference
Motor Technology Leadership is this year's theme, covering energy efficiency requirements, environmental initiatives and anticipated inflation and how they impact the motors and drives industry.
Arlington Heights, IL(Chicago). Nov 3-5, 2009.
2009 Rockwell Automation Process Solutions User Group Annual Meeting
Attend the Annual Process Solutions User Group (PSUG) meeting and learn about the PlantPAx Process Automation System and exchange ideas with your peers, learn best practices and find solutions to process issues.
Anaheim, CA. Nov. 9-10, 2009.

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