Ethernet to serial converter
19 August, 2009 | Supplied by: Trio Datacom Pty Ltd
TRIO Datacom have introduced the JS100 Ethernet to Serial converter designed to allow communications over point to point and point to multipoint radio channels with remote devices, eg, RTU or PLC, which have ethernet data ports.
Wireless transmitter and receiver
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Fluid Control Sales & Installations Pty Ltd
Designed for robust, secure communication, the K-Tek DX80 wireless transmitter and receiver includes two devices: a node that resides in the field and interfaces to K-Tek's measurement devices; and a gateway that resides in the main control panel and interfaces to a PC or PLC.
Redundant wireless system
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Honeywell Process Solutions
Honeywell's OneWireless R120 features a redundant wireless system gateway (WSG), a critical prerequisite for wireless process control.
Wireless ethernet devices
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Weidmuller Pty Ltd
Leveraging the IEEE 802.11 WiFi standard, Weidmuller's WL-EM-240 wireless ethernet modem provides an increased power output of 300 mW to ensure enhanced signal strength in difficult industrial environments.
Digital data radio modem
20 July, 2009 | Supplied by: http://www.triodatacom.com/p-m-over.php
Trio Datacom has introduced the M Series Gen II MR450 a simplex/half duplex remote digital data radio modem for dependable data communications.
What a mesh!
The ins and outs of mesh networking — Part 2
07 July, 2009
by Joel K Young, Digi International
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Supplied by:
OEM Technology Solutions
In the first part of this article we discussed the basics of wireless mesh networking and what criteria you should use when assessing a mesh networking technology. This month we compare four available technologies.
Wireless discrete-input transmitters
25 June, 2009 | Supplied by: Honeywell Process Solutions
Honeywell has added two discrete-input transmitters to its family of XYR 6000 wireless devices. The STXW 500 and the STTW 401 transmitters can convert any measurement device with a contact-closure switch input into a wireless input, enabling manufacturers to decrease costs and improve efficiency by wirelessly monitoring more processes at their plants. The transmitters are suitable for applications such as wirelessly monitoring level switches, pump status and system alarms.
Wireless instrument networking system
25 June, 2009 | Supplied by: Tasman Machinery Pty Ltd
Viatran has released a wireless networking system (VNS), allowing centralised monitoring of sensors placed throughout oil and gas fields or other facilities.
What a mesh!
The ins and outs of mesh networking — Part 1
23 June, 2009
by Joel K Young, Digi International
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Supplied by:
OEM Technology Solutions
Over the past few years, mesh networks have become more popular, following the trend to create more wireless things. As with other technology trends, as mesh networking has developed, so has a plethora of different mesh networking technologies and architectures.
Ultra low power wireless monitor
09 June, 2009 | Supplied by: Ovarro
T-Box WM is an intelligent, ultra low power, wireless monitor that extends advanced monitoring, automation and telemetry capabilities to installations requiring as few as one or two measurements.
Wireless distributed I/O
11 May, 2009 | Supplied by: Siemens Ltd
Simatic ET 200pro IWLAN is a distributed I/O system from Siemens which communicates directly via industrial wireless LAN (IWLAN). The 154-6 PN HF IWLAN interface module for Simatic ET 200pro wirelessly integrates the distributed I/O system into the automation network. It is designed for harsh industrial environments with a high degree of protection (IP65/66/67) for use directly on the machine. Typical application areas where this is advantageous include overhead monorail conveyors, automatic guided vehicles and warehouse logistics. The user can choose expansion modules for Simatic ET 200pro IWLAN as usual from the range of Simatic ET 200pro modules.
Wireless monitoring and control system
11 May, 2009 | Supplied by: AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty Ltd
The Newport wiSeries meter-scanner-controller works with a large number of Newport wireless sensors for temperature measurement with thermocouples, RTDs and semiconductor sensors and for relative humidity and barometric pressure.
Wireless data logging system
14 March, 2009 | Supplied by: CMC Technologies Pty Ltd
T&D’s RTR-5 Series wireless system for the measurement of temperature, humidity, voltage or pulse consists of compact water-resistant data loggers, a dedicated base station, data collector and communication port which allow for data collection, start and stop recording and data checking via wireless communication.
RTU with spread spectrum radio
14 March, 2009 | Supplied by: Ovarro
Semaphore has introduced an integral spread spectrum radio option for the T-box LT compact remote terminal unit (RTU) and SCADA system.
Leaky cable antenna
13 March, 2009 | Supplied by: Daanet Pty Ltd
Hirschmann Automation and Control has expanded its range of industrial WLAN products to include the leaky cable. This flexible antenna can be used to establish a pipe-shaped transmission field on the 2.4 GHz band with a range of up to 100 m. This easy-to-install solution is particularly suitable for use in long and narrow areas in buildings or production areas. The flexibility of the cable enables even corners to be lit up well.
