Industrial Comms
Low-Cost Rugged Four-Port Mini USB Hub from B&B Electronics Mounts Anywhere
B&B Electronics Manufacturing today expanded its family of industrial-grade USB 2.0 hubs with the UH104, an affordable, four-port mini USB hub used to connect multiple peripheral devices to a single USB port.
Designing robust isolated RS-232 data interfaces for harsh industrial applications may now be simpler, thanks to an innovative, integrated approach
A key requirement in industrial and instrumentation (I&I) applications is a reliable data interface for inspecting connected systems via a diagnostic port. The RS-232 bus standard is one of the oldest and most widely used physical-layer bus designs in I&I applications.
Renesas Electronics Corporation Expands Lineup of Ethernet PHY Chips with Two Single-Channel Industrial Ethernet PHY Chips
Renesas Electronics has announced the availability of two single-channel Ethernet physical layer (PHY, part number µPD60610GA-GAM-AX and µPD60611GA-GAM-AX) devices for industrial communication systems. The two new PHY chips expand Renesas' family of PHY devices designed for industrial Ethernet requirements, which includes two dual-channel PHY devices (the µPD60620GA-GAM-AX and the µPD60621GA-GAX-AX).
Honeywell Expands its Limitless Platform with the Launch of its Globally Available Industrial Wireless Receiver
Honeywell introduced its new Limitless WDRR Wireless Din-Rail Receiver for industrial, construction, machine, material handling, and heavy transportation applications, including agricultural equipment, cranes, lifts, conveyors, grain diverters, and door positions.
Lanner’s Newest DIN-Rail Serial Communication IPC
Today, Lanner Electronics Inc. announced the release of the LEC-3010, a small form factor serial communication appliance built for SCADA systems. It features 6 serial ports, 4 GbE LAN ports and utilizes the Intel Atom N450 CPU. The LEC-3010 was designed for easy installation and minimal upkeep.
Industrial Ethernet On the move
Amplicon has released the 6KM Industrial Ethernet switch, the latest addition to its GarrettCOM industrial-grade Magnum range of switches. The 6KM is designed to provide reliable Ethernet network connectivity on-board locations, such as railroad carriages, public service and emergency vehicles. Possible applications are wide-ranging and include in-carriage networking of IP-enabled infotainment systems, security surveillance systems and mobile command centres.
Korenix Launches NEW 2011 Master Catalogue
Korenix, the market leader in industrial networking solutions unveils the new 2011 Master Catalogue which contains complete information of Korenix wide range Industrial Intelligent Networking and Embedded Computing Platforms, with detailed specifications, product comparisons and outstanding benefits for the market users.
Amplicon offers the complete cellular solution
Amplicon's data communications division is now including a free SIM card with the purchase of every cellular device. This initiative aims to provide a unique and improved service for customers who require machine to machine (M2M)device networking products. Amplicon is the premier partner of Digi automation products in the UK and as part of an innovative new customer service Amplicon are now supplying a free of charge SIM card with every cellular order, products such as Digi GPRS, 3G, HSDPA and HSUPA routers. The SIM itself is provided by Wireless Logic, the largest M2M SIM provider for Vodafone, O2 & Orange in the UK & Europe.
Innovasic Semiconductor Adds 1-Port EtherNet/IP and Profinet RapID Platform to its Industrial Ethernet Connectivity Solutions
Innovasic Semiconductor is pleased to announce the availability of the 1-Port RapID™ Platform for EtherNet/IP adapters and Profinet devices as part of the company's constant effort to provide the lowest cost Industrial Ethernet solutions.
Korenix Unveils New JetCon 2201i-wTB RS232 to RS422/485 Serial Converter with RS232 Terminal Block for Flexible Installation & Easy Maintenance!
Korenix extends its range of serial converters through the release of its newest JetCon 2201i-wTB Industrial RS232 to RS 422/485 Converter designed with a 5-pin terminal block on RS232 interface for providing flexible connectivity in various industrial applications. The new converter equipped with easy-access terminal block eliminates the need of using additional cables in specific installations, as a result becoming cost-effective and trouble free use.
Ethernet Switches Meet Mobile Requirements With Secure M12 Connectors
Where absolute security and reliability are paramount, and for networking applications characterised by high levels of vibration, GarrettCom Europe has extended its 6K range of Ethernet switches with the 6KM, featuring secure M12 connectors instead of the standard RJ45. These rugged, industrial switches are purpose-built to withstand shock and vibration in harsh mobile environments including military vehicles, mobile command centres, train carriages, buses, emergency vehicles, mining equipment, robots and shipping.
New industrial router generation with extended features
INSYS MICROELECTRONICS's MoRoS line of industrial routers which combine the functions of a modem, router and 4-port switch in one compact DIN rail housing are now available as new, revised 2.1 models. The PRO functions, such as increased security through VPN and a firewall, are now included in the standard version.
Amplicon announces iCON series of Ethernet Extenders
Ethernet extenders use DSL (Digital Subscriber Line – technology used by Telcos to transmit high-speed broadband data from the telephone exchange to your house over your phone line) to extend Ethernet links up to 10km over a single pair of low-grade copper wires. The units operate transparently as part of an existing network with no drivers to install or complex setup procedures. All 'IP' traffic that could be sent across a standard patch cable can be sent across an Ethernet Extender link.
Korenix Introduces Industrial Switches with extreme -40~65oC Operating Temp for Industrial Critical Backbone High Bandwidth Solutions!
Korenix has extended its highly successful range of Gigabit Stackable Layer3 Rackmount Managed Switches by releasing the new dual 24V and 48V DC power-based JetNet 6524G-DC series with -40~65oC wide operating temperature and an exclusive Fan-Less design to ensure reliable backbone network constructions in severe industrial environments.
Low cost Industrial Ethernet starter kits from HARTING
HARTING has introduced low cost entry-level industrial Ethernet switch starter kits and patch cables. The Basic and Basic+ Ethernet kits and the new Cat 6 patch cables will be available at substantial discounts until 26th March 2010.
IP modem makes global GPRS connections easy
The newly released G3111 from Amplicon is an intelligent IP modem providing customers with a simple method of connecting to serial devices anywhere in the world. The innovative 'Reverse Real COM' mode of operation overcomes the classic connectivity problems inherent in cellular networks making global GPRS connections easier than ever before.
New 6-digit display allows data display from RS232 and RS485 serial interfaces
The new SerialDis display , available from Celsum Technologies, is a packaged in a rugged ABS housing sealed to IP65, and is ideal for when a data display driven by an RS232 or RS485 interface in required. SerialDis has six bright, red, 7-segment LEDs, nominally 20mm high, that can be programmed to display data. from a PC or directly from a suitably configured device. Celsum offers several such devices, such as the radio telelmetry T24-SO serial output model, and some models of both the DSC Digital Strain Card and DCell Digital Strain Puck digital-output conditioning amplifers for strain gauge devices. Single or multi-drop devices are supported, since SerialDis has addressing support.
Wibu-Systems broadens range of its CodeMeter industrial IT protection
This year at the Embedded Systems Show in Farnborough, Wibu-Systems unveiled two new form factors of its award winning CodeMeter platform. Wibu-Systems AG has been closely cooperating with three other German companies and a research institute in the "Pro-Protect" project. The aim of the project was to research effective methods of protecting production machinery against piracy, duplication and industrial espionage.
Ultra long range and low power Wireless solution for mobile communications and Machine to Machine applications
CYCLEO offers intellectual property (IP) and services dedicated to wireless long range data transmission. CYCLEO technology is to be embedded in the digital portion of a radio chip and performs an innovative coding/decoding of data to be transmitted. Ranges are not counted in meters anymore; they just go by the mile.
Narrow Band Multi Channel Radio Transmitter / Receiver for Industrial Use
Circuit Design has developed and released the CDP-TX-02E-R and CDP-RX-02E-R radio modules for the US market. The modules are designed for embedding in industrial equipment. The EU version of the modules released earlier has been very well received in the European market.
Belden and Byres Security Inc. Join Forces to Develop Rugged Industrial Network Security Products
Belden and Byres Security Inc. (BSI) have announced that they have signed a technology cooperation agreement to jointly launch new products later this year in the area of industrial network security. Utilizing BSI's expertise in providing practical solutions to protect industry from network and cyber threats, and Belden's leadership position in the automation market which features the Hirschmann™ line of active devices, the two companies look forward to delivering Complete Industrial Security Solutions for customers.
Industrial GSM/GPRS/3G wireless router platform
Providing a combination of rugged hardware, embedded Linux operating system, OSGi framework and pre-packaged routing software, the ZyWAN offers a secure and robust connection across GSM/GPRS/3G, CDMA mobile data networks, and provides real-time access to any Ethernet, 802.11b/g or serial device for mobile and fixed data applications.
Amplicon's free 3G router evaluation service
Industrial networking specialists Amplicon have partnered with SIM card provider Vianet to provide an end to end service for evaluating and developing 3G, HSDPA and HSUPA communication systems. The company has invested in demo stock of a wide range of GPRS & 3G routers and now provides a free evaluation service to customers with qualified projects.
Industrial Routers are Amplicon’s next step in Industrial Ethernet
Amplicon has recently launched the DX series of Industrial Routers to extend its range of IP based industrial networking solutions. Amplicon's range of Industrial Routers provide a highly reliable and rugged layer 3 networking solution for Substation Automation, Transport, Marine, Military and many other mission-critical applications.
Nexcom's full range of Atom Based Industrial Computer Solutions.
Nexcom has expanded its range of Industrial Computer Solutions with the launch of several new embedded boards and systems which are based on the energy-efficient Intel Atom CPU. Nexcom has utilized Intel Atom based technology in a number of its new Embedded Computing Platforms including the ICES 170 ETX Module, the ICES 270 Com-Express Module and EBC 340 3.5" Embedded CPU Board.
Amplicon launches Industrial PC 'branding' service
Amplicon has launched an Industrial PC branding service allowing customers to automatically generate a custom front door design with company logo and customised colour scheme. The finished design can be previewed instantly on-line.
