Profibus PA and Foundation Fieldbus — a cost comparison
28 July, 2008 by James Powell* | Supplied by: Siemens Ltd
There have been many comparisons between Foundation Fieldbus (FF) and Profibus for use on field instruments in the process industries. If you put the two protocols side by side you will see that either will do the job and provide the much published cost savings.
Peer-to-peer ethernet I/O modules
08 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Advantech Australia Pty Ltd
A firmware enhancement for the ADAM-6000 ethernet I/O modules adds advanced peer-to-peer (P2P) and graphic condition logic (GCL) functionality.
Fieldbus junction bricks
08 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Turck Australia Pty Ltd
The JRBS junction bricks for Foundation Fieldbus provide quick and easy connection of multiple devices to the main fieldbus trunk. JRBS junction bricks are available with 4, 6, 8, 10 or 12 ports and feature removable terminals for simple, efficient installation and wiring modification in tight spaces.
Hirschmann ethernet switches
08 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Daanet Pty Ltd
Hirschmann has released two managed industrial ethernet switches - a Fast (model RSR20) and a Gigabit Ethernet version (RSR30). Featuring a metal case and redundant power supplies (DC/DC or AC/DC mix), they are designed to provide extremely high EMI resistance.
Hirschmann managed industrial ethernet switches
01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Daanet Pty Ltd
Hirschmann has released two managed industrial ethernet switches — a Fast (model RSR20) and a Gigabit Ethernet version (RSR30). Featuring a metal case and redundant power supplies (DC/DC or AC/DC mix), they are designed to provide extremely high EMI resistance.
PROFIBUS group develops uniform device integration
18 June, 2008
The PROFIBUS User Organization (PNO) has announced it is drawing up a first draft of a uniform solution for device integration that is fully compatible with both EDDL and FDT technologies.
Diagnostic power conditioner
17 June, 2008 | Supplied by: Turck Australia Pty Ltd
TURCK's Diagnostic Power Conditioner system (DPC) for Foundation Fieldbus H1 features an integrated diagnostics module.
Profinet market booming
22 May, 2008
Profinet is firmly established in the field of automation with over a million nodes installed around the world, according to PI (Profibus & Profinet International).
Moore Industries seeks oldest products in service
12 May, 2008
Moore Industries is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year and is trying to find the oldest of its products that are still in service.
Process manufacturer celebrates 40 years
05 May, 2008
Moore Industries-International, a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic measurement and interface instruments for the process industries, celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2008.
Four-port modular gigabit switch
17 April, 2008 | Supplied by: http://www.crisptech.com.au
The Moxa EDS-728 modular ethernet switch supports up to four gigabit ports, 24 fast ethernet ports and advanced network control. The EDS-728 is specially designed for redundant gigabit network backbones and uses a modular configuration to provide a high degree of flexibility for network expansion.
Sub bus system
17 April, 2008 | Supplied by: Weidmuller Pty Ltd
Weidmüller has extended its family of SAI Active Universal modules with SAI Active Pro - a sub bus system with a design rated to IP67.
Ethernet and AS-Interface: the ideal partner networks for industrial automation
09 April, 2008 by Helge Hornis, PhD* | Supplied by: Pepperl+Fuchs (Aust) Pty Ltd
In manufacturing plant networks, what is frequently overlooked is the lowest level of automation, where sensors, simple binary actuator and safety inputs reside. At this level the number of wire leads that must be routed, stripped and terminated is staggering.
READY - Schneider and Fuji form Japan joint venture
03 April, 2008
Schneider Electric and Fuji Electric have expanded their joint venture program to include their holdings in Japan and Asia.
Tough metal connectors
21 January, 2008 | Supplied by: Weidmuller Pty Ltd
Users can securely plug the connector needed directly into machinery with very little effort - and without a single tool, according to Weidmüller. To connect simply insert the cable, press together and that's it.
