Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Backplane",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Engineeringtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Safety isolators cut power consumption from
MTL Instruments Group, which we summarised at the time by saying "The reduced power consumption and high efficiency of the isolators enables high signal densities to be achieved, together with improved freedom in cabinet layout and design".
A couple of weeks before,
we featured the news release Profibus DP modules cover full range from
ProSoft Technology: "Complete line of Profibus DP modules covers Rockwell Automation's ControlLogix, CompactLogix, SLC and Flex I/O platforms".
In January 2008, we covered the news from ProSoft Technology
concerning its PTQ-DNET module
- take a look at DeviceNet module makes networking easy
which says: "Module creates a powerful interface between DeviceNet scanners or slave devices and the backplane of the Schneider Electric Quantum/Unity processor".
Take a look also at the news release from B and R Industrial Automation Corp, Compact drive keeps its cool,
as well as Industrial computers receive free upgrades from Amplicon,
and Servo drive eases distributed automation from LG Motion.
See also:
Quad core platforms suit multitasking
(October 2007)
The Intel Q965 Express chipset integrated on all IEI quad-core platforms is interfaced to an 8Mbyte L2 cache Intel Core 2 Quad processor through a 1066MHz front side bus
PLC offer an 80% speed boost
(August 2007)
The EHV series is available in a range of sizes and up to 66 modules can be built up into a bespoke controller for any given application
PLC control system suits varied applications
(July 2007)
Convenient cage-clamp (spring-clip) terminations ensure quick and trouble free installation of Vipa's System 200V modular PLC control system
PLC system suits automation applications
(July 2007)
At the heart of Gilogik II, a 32-bit main board CPU module uses a powerful 200 MHz ARM processor with a refresh rate of 100us
Output module designed for controller
(July 2007)
CSOUT modules feature four isolated, fully scalable outputs that are software configured and can be used in conjunction with any of Red Lion's CS series modules
Modules expand options for controller
(June 2007)
GE Fanuc Automation's Serial Communications Module automatically supplies the Modbus message structure including device address, function code and error check information
Motion controller packs in features
(April 2007)
Agile Systems' microMAXR integrates the motion control, servo amplifier, networking capabilities and user I/O all within a very compact package
Ethernet switches connect seven clients
(March 2007)
The eCon 9000 and mCon 9000 industrial Ethernet switches allow up to seven Ethernet clients to be connected via M12 sockets
Servo drives arrive ready for use
(February 2007)
The new design concept of the 9400 servo with plug-in modules allows the customer to specify the exact configuration needed
Modular I/O system is easy to maintain
(January 2007)
Modular, intelligent and easy to use remote I/O system minimises engineering, troubleshooting and maintenance in a machine, line or plant, resulting in significantly reduced downtime
Servo drives save machine building time
(January 2007)
Lenze 9400 servo drives feature a new mounting concept and plug-in modules that simply click into place
Compact PLC scales up to larger challenges
(October 2006)
The compact Vipa System 200V PLC control system is a well matched, scaleable solution for small to medium sized, centralised or decentralised automation applications
In-rack PC takes control of packaging machinery
(September 2006)
The PC56-LX800 is ideal for performance optimisation in such packaging-related equipment as multihead weighers and vertical form fill seal bag machines
Fieldbus connection available with IP67 protection
(July 2006)
B and R's XV connection concept offers the possibility of integrating pneumatic valves of most well-known manufacturers directly into the system
Remote I/O servers promise higher performance
(June 2006)
The ioLogik range of PLC-grade remote I/O servers have been developed by Moxa to offer higher performance and functionality than available alternatives
Analogue inputs cover wide-ranging applications
(June 2006)
New two- and four-channel 16bit X20 analogue input modules not only have a high conversion resolution, they also offer other special characteristics
PC-based logger collects PLC data
(May 2006)
Prosoft Technology's PC56-Historian offers high-speed, real-time and efficient data collection for Rockwell Automation's ControlLogix platform
Interface puts N2 network on Rockwell backplane
(May 2006)
ProSoft Technology's new Johnson Controls Metasys interface module for ControlLogix (MVI56-N2) joins a growing list of HVAC-compatible products
Motion controller smoothes the switch
(May 2006)
When Thieme decided to change its screen printing machines to electronic control it was important to avoid losing the years of development invested in the tried-and-tested movement sequences
Bus controller uses modular strategy
(March 2006)
Bus controllers continue the completely modular strategy and are made up of a base module, a supply module to supply the voltage for the entire system, and a Fieldbus interface
Modules reduce wiring of sensors and actuators
(February 2006)
I/O modules that handle distributed I/O signals from simple digital inputs to SSI encoders can be mounted directly on the machine or on a Din rail, and measure 17 by 8.1 by 3cm
Frankfurt show to feature process modules
(February 2006)
Modules that bring efficiencies to process analysis system builders will be on show at Achema 2006 from 15th to 19th May in Frankfurt
Embedded controller CPU for switching cabinets
(February 2006)
Stand-alone embedded controller CPU for switching cabinet installation and distributed machine architectures can be connected to three I/O systems to increase machine flexibility
Harting restructures UK operations
(January 2006)
Interconnect technology group Harting has restructured its UK operations in Northampton with the creation of a new company, Harting UK, to act as the holding company for two operating entities
Safety layer released for Profibus and Profinet
(December 2005)
Profibus releases Profisafe V2 mode for use on Profibus DP and Profinet IO
Computer keeps cool iun small package
(December 2005)
Hercules industrial computer from Inova Computers comes in a small format yet can survive without fans or other forced-air cooling
Temperature modules aid processing
(December 2005)
Vipa launches temperature control modules for direct use with Siemens S7-300 PLCs or with Vipa's System 300V; the four and eight channel modules have been developed with Gossen Metrawatt
AdvanceMC modules and carriers
(November 2005)
Schroff quickly realised the advantages of AdvancedMC, an important part of the AdvancedTCA platform. Klaus-Michael Thalau, Product Manager at Schroff explains the design and development thinking
Compact pneumatics enable contact lens automation
(September 2005)
Advanced automation components from Festo have helped system integrator Barr and Paatz produce what is believed to be the first fully automated contact lens manufacturing machine
Decentralised I/O systems bring order to chaos
(August 2005)
Lenze have produced two types of I/O systems offering complex functionality from a low number of variants and simple modular construction in a compact design
IPCs are flexible about fieldbus expansion
(June 2005)
Beckhoff's enhanced compact control cabinet range now has three free PCI slots, and so can be used for a greater range of applications
Servo system promises real cost savings
(April 2005)
With the new 9400 servo system, Lenze has addressed the needs of UK manufacturers for real cost savings in planning and installation of machine drives
Drives cut the cost of automation technology
(April 2005)
Machinery manufacturers demand products and systems from drive and automation suppliers with which they can improve the productivity, reliability and accuracy of their machinery
Universal solution for I/O and control
(April 2005)
Born from experience, the X20 System is a new universal I/O solution for any automation task in machine and system manufacturing