FOUNDATION Fieldbus specification updated
23 August, 2010The Fieldbus Foundation has announced that an updated version of its FOUNDATION Fieldbus technical specification is now available.
National Instruments CompactRIO PROFIBUS C Series modules
17 June, 2010 byInterfaces for PROFIBUS, FOUNDATION Fieldbus and DeviceNet that make it possible for engineers to connect LabVIEW, programmable automation controllers (PACs) and embedded systems to their existing industrial networks have been announced.
ODVA releases new specifications
03 June, 2010The Open DeviceNet Vendors Association (ODVA) has published new editions of the specifications for ODVA networks.
Turck PB-XEPI Ethernet/Profibus device coupler
20 April, 2010 byThe PB-XEPI Ethernet/Profibus device coupler combines integrated web server software with diagnostic functionality, to enable users to monitor Profibus networks remotely through a web browser, without disrupting network operations. The PB-XEPI may be integrated into new or existing Profibus networks in pharmaceutical, food and beverage, and packaging applications.
Siemens Simatic ET 200S PM-E RO power module and function blocks
20 April, 2010 bySiemens has launched its first Profienergy products: the Simatic ET 200S PM-E RO power module for the Simatic ET 200S High Feature distributed I/O system, and function blocks for Simatic controllers. The power module specifically switches off individual inputs and outputs of the Simatic ET 200S High Feature I/O system and disconnects their connected loads from the power supply.
Turck single-segment redundant backplane
10 March, 2010 byTurck has expanded its diagnostic power conditioner system with a single-segment redundant backplane that can combine two isolated power supply modules into one FOUNDATION fieldbus segment. The backplane includes an integrated diagnostic unit used to monitor the redundancy of the external bulk power supply along with the H1 power supply - aiding in the availability of the H1 segment. System status is available via a relay contact.
Honeywell joins field device integration cooperation
25 February, 2010FDI Specification can help lower total cost of ownership of digital field devices.
Fieldbus Foundation updates test kit
08 December, 2009The Fieldbus Foundation has announced an updated Host Test Kit DD Application Module.
Fieldbus Foundation establishes Australian marketing committee
30 November, 2009The Fieldbus Foundation has announced the establishment of the Fieldbus Foundation Australian Marketing Committee (FF AMC).
Fieldbus Foundation registers first FOUNDATION H1 device couplers
11 November, 2009MooreHawke and Pepperl+Fuchs are the first FOUNDATION fieldbus device coupler suppliers to pass the FOUNDATION fieldbus H1 registration process.
Fieldbus power supply
26 October, 2009 byMooreHawke has introduced the Trunkguard TPS400 fieldbus power supply for general-purpose and non-incendive applications.
Wang Components takes the integrated way with Profibus
12 October, 2009Set up in 1963, Victorian-based Wang Components was initially involved in the water pumping and irrigation business before moving into the manufacture of quality clamps and couplings. Over the past few years, the company was able to use the features of Profibus to implement a creative automation plan.
Fieldbus Foundation releases updated H1 and HSE test kits
09 September, 2009The Fieldbus Foundation has announced the release of its latest FOUNDATION fieldbus conformance and interoperability test kits for use by plant automation equipment suppliers.
Tools are the key to successful Profibus implementation
08 September, 2009When Coopers Brewery relocated from Leabrook to Regency Park in 2001, the company took the opportunity to expand its capacity by commissioning an entirely new brew house. International brew house designers Briggs of Burton proposed linking all measuring points with a Profibus communications system, based on its outstanding success in other brew houses worldwide.
Yokogawa systems named among the first Foundation fieldbus hosts
14 July, 2009Yokogawa’s Stardom and Centum VP control systems are among the first to pass the Fieldbus Foundation’s recently developed Host Profile Registration Program.
