PRODUCTS TECHNOLOGY FILE ETHERNET/IP CONNECTS WITH CONFIDENCE
network protocols. With EtherNet/IP, the use of implicit messaging shares information across the network, without the need of complex communication function blocks within the controller. This feature reduces the hidden time cost that a machine builder takes to programme, troubleshoot and commission traditional systems with multiple networks.
As machine builders are challenged to build more complex systems to accommodate their customers’ requirements for flexible manufacturing, Omron is able to offer products and support that can be integrated under one network; EtherNet/IP. Bringing together remote I/O,
Inverters, temperature control, programmable safety, and HMIs, back to the CJ2 family of controllers, will centralise the power of remote intelligent devices, without the need of multiple
Benefits include: • Reduction in Wiring and engineering time up to 30 per cent • Simplified machine architecture • Reuse your safety configuration, programs and validations • Enhanced machine productivity and maintenance efficiency
For more information visit:
bit.ly/uk-2eip
Omron Electronics T: 0870 752 0861
www.industrial.omron.co.uk
ENTRY LEVEL, BUT POWERFUL PLC
STAINLESS STEEL SUBSEA SENSORS
Instrumentation specialist Impress Sensors & Systems has launched a new range of subsea pressure and level transmitters. The sensors are suitable for a variety of subsea pressure and level measurement applications, in depths up to 3,000 metres and external pressures up to 300 bar. Manufactured in the UK by
Impress Sensors, the SS series of
subsea pressure and level transmitters are suitable for continuous submersion in seawater. The transmitters use a ceramic pressure sensor, which provides excellent corrosion resistance for harsh seawater applications. The transmitters are fitted with a choice of subsea-certified connectors and locking sleeves to suit specific customer requirements. The SS transmitters are suitable for a wide range of subsea oil and gas, marine and offshore applications, including pressure, level and depth measurement on unmanned surface vehicles (USVs), remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) and other subsea hydraulics systems. The sensor can be customised to suit the application. The housing is available in a choice of seawater-compatible materials, including 316L stainless steel, high grade Duplex stainless steel or Marine bronze.
Impress T: 0118 981 7980
www.impress-sensors.co.uk INDUSTRIAL ETHERNET ON RASPBERRY PI2
The Panasonic FP7 range of high performance modular PLCs is being further enhanced with the introduction of an entry level CPU targeted at applications where high CPU performance is required without the need for high performance communications features or large I/O requirements. The compact and powerful CPU offers 64k of programme memory suitable for all but the most demanding applications, and is additionally fitted with non- volatile data memory and a real-time clock. Standard USB and RS232C Tool Ports can be further enhanced with the two expansion ports that support cassettes offering various combinations of RS232C, RS485 and Ethernet based communications if required. Input and output capability is
supported allowing up to 16 expansion units to be connected to the CPU for control of digital and analogue I/O, temperature control, high speed counting and positioning modules.
Panasonic T: 01908 231555
www.panasonic-electric-works.co.uk Omron Electronics 42 OCTOBER 2015 | AUTOMATION T: 0870 752 0861
www.industrial.omron.co.uk /AUTOMATION
POWERLINK is the first industrial Ethernet protocol to work on the new Raspberry Pi2. Kalycito has implemented openPOWERLINK master and slave with Linux on the 2nd generation of the single- board computer. Raspberry Pi2 was introduced in the spring of 2015 and offers a new dimension of performance on this well-known platform. Kalycito has come up with a demo that showcases how POWERLINK on Raspberry Pi2 can be an interesting platform for networked industrial and home automation projects to be applied using devices like PLCs and distributed I/O. It should be noted that the demo was created using the unmodified official open source release package. The quick start guide and prebuilt demo binaries can be used to get started before proceeding to modify the C programs for transmitting and receiving data via the I/O pins. This demo shows how easy it is for anyone to set
up and run openPOWERLINK on the Raspberry Pi2 to build their own distributed automation platform and control the signals of motors, sensors, actuators, relays and more. More information regarding this demo can be found at
http://www.ethernet-
powerlink.org/en/raspberrypi2/
Ethernet POWERLINK Standardization
www.ethernet-POWERLINK.org
NEW COMPACT, EASY-TO-USE 22MM PUSHBUTTONS
Machine designers and panel builders like to have a variety of choice for both bezel materials and colour options when choosing pushbuttons for their equipment. The new compact A22N series certainly delivers on this requirement, as well as being simple to install. The series includes 22mm diameter pushbuttons, knob-type selector switches, key selector switches, and indicators. The A22N range is 30 per cent shorter in the body compared to
previous models, only 45.3mm when mounting three contact blocks in a series. This can contribute to panel down-sizing in regards to depth as the pushbuttons will no longer interfere with other product mounted inside the panel. New design innovations make installation easier, such as the snap-in switch unit, which makes tool-free
assembly both quick and easy. Additionally, up to six contact blocks can be mounted in two rows and the symmetrical contact block design allows them to be mounted in either orientation. You can also re-tighten the contact blocks in row one without removing row two. Enhanced IP66 finger protection rating provides greater operator safety. It’s also possible to expand and customise standard switches by adding extra switch units. Bezel materials available for the A22N range are black plastic, brushed metal and shiny metal.
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