Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Windows-based",
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 Cantilever axes provide precise positioning from
Festo, which we summarised at the time by saying "Axes are based on an open platform design that allows OEMs and system integrators to use either a Festo servo or stepper motor, or the motor and controller of their choice".
Earlier in the week,
we featured the news release Vision software handles most cameras from
Scorpion Vision: "Fire-i Software will automatically load dedicated drivers for 99% of industrial firewire cameras on the market".
In February 2008, we covered the news from Adept Scientific
concerning its VisSim 7
- take a look at Simulation software handles nonlinear systems
which says: "VisSim 7 provides a better physical understanding of model behaviour through 3D plots and animations as well as better simulating the noise in real-world systems with new random number routines".
Take a look also at the news release from Baldor UK, Motion control eases automotive manufacturing,
as well as Hydraulic valve allows easy customisation from Moog Controls,
and Software sizes servo drives and motors from Lenze-ACTech.
See also:
Simulation software eases 3D animation
(November 2007)
VisSim is a Windows-based program for the modelling and simulation of complex nonlinear dynamic systems, combining an intuitive drag-and-drop block diagram interface with a powerful simulation engine
Psychometric software receives upgrade
(October 2007)
Akton Psychrometrics 6.0 is a Windows-based software program that enables users to perform detailed psychrometric and process analysis
Torque analyser provides easy testing
(October 2007)
Mountz' PTT torque and angle analyser eases tool tests, as well as the transfer, analysis and storage of test data for ISO/SPC documentation purposes
PC interface provides configuration alternative
(September 2007)
The Viator provides access to more of the information sitting in intelligent Hart-enabled field devices
Integrated test meets electrical standards
(September 2007)
The PowerSolutions package combines electrical testing in the field with a test results recording system and a test certificate production system
Stepper motors cut costs
(September 2007)
Festo's CMMS-ST controller and EMMS-ST stepper motor combination delivers up to 6.5nm torque and speeds up to 2000rev/min
Atmosphere samplers monitor for gas leaks
(July 2007)
The QMS gas analyser is capable of sampling gases at pressures from above atmospheric to as low as 10mbar
Machine aids fine spring manufacture
(June 2007)
William Hughes has invested in the latest CNC machines and quality procedures to assure continuity of supply
Controller prevents six weeks of downtime
(June 2007)
Moog helped Coppice Alupack to restore production in five days, avoiding a potential six-week period of downtime
Film offers static or dynamic pressure measurement
(June 2007)
When pressure is applied to the Prescale film, microscopic bubbles within the sheet burst, and a red colour impression is formed in varying intensity according to the level of pressure(s) present
Driver supports Ethernet conectivity
(May 2007)
ASComm.NET now supports Ethernet connectivity to A-B's ControlLogix, PLC5, SLC500, and MicroLogix families
Safety system upgrade programme launched
(May 2007)
The Triconex Advantage Upgrade programme combines significant commercial incentives with an automated logic translation service
HMI panel range expanded
(May 2007)
BandB Electronics' expanded range of touch panels, graphic panels, text panels, and PC Touch Panels is available with four-colour STN to 256-colour TFT screens
CMM removes no-go areas.
(May 2007)
The Aberlink Extreme uses high-precision mechanical bearing rather than the delicate air-bearings typically employed on CMMs
Operator interface displays variables
(April 2007)
Control Microsystems has released ScadaPack Vision60, the newest operator interface terminal in the ScadaPack family of high-performance RTU/PLCs
Server module allows embedded wireless 802.11
(April 2007)
MatchPort b/g is an embedded module that enables 802.11 wireless connectivity and web services on any device with a serial interface on its host microcontroller
Server management system compresses signals
(March 2007)
Lantronix' Spider is a cable-friendly, single port, KVM to IP converter small enough to be held in one hand
Electrical control design suite updated
(March 2007)
E.series 2007 offers functionality improvements relating to third party integration and increased ease of use and productivity
Drives combine linear and PWM amplifier technology
(March 2007)
Aerotech's new Ensemble CP/MP/CL intelligent drives seamlessly combine linear and PWM amplifier technology for brushed and brushless servos
Digital metering system improves communication
(March 2007)
The Integra 1630 digital metering system seamlessly integrates with Siemens' building management systems and other peripherals
Paperless system logs temperature and humidity
(March 2007)
The 1620A paperless temperature and humidity data logger's wireless, Ethernet, and RS-232 communications capability enables an unlimited number of loggers to be placed on a network
AC drive allows real-time motion control
(February 2007)
Baldor's three-phase AC drives allow users to build all-Ethernet systems with the optimum choice of motor technology for each axis, from small to large loads
Controllers aid Bahrain gas dehydration
(February 2007)
ABB has supplied 200 of its Commander 500 controllers to Bahrain, where they will be used by oil and gas refiner Bapco as part of its programme to upgrade the gas dehydration stations
Building blocks speed simulation setups
(January 2007)
The VisSim/PowerPack adds significant functionality to Visual Solutions' core VisSim product, much of it in response to the wishlists of VisSim users
Positioning controllers feature CANopen interface
(January 2007)
A new range of intelligent positioning controllers offers the flexibility to work with any component, system or application
New software for portable electrical tests
(January 2007)
PATGuard Lite software has been developed for workplace electrical test records
Mobile computers respond to voice
(December 2006)
Warehouse management systems that use Datalogic's Windows-based mobile computers can be easily and quickly equipped with automatic speech recognition
Enterprise-level simulation comes to the desktop
(December 2006)
Cost-effective desktop-based simulation solution is designed for a wide range of manufacturers from small and mid-sized organisations to larger enterprises
Software streamlines electrical test procedures
(November 2006)
Seaward Electronic has a new easy to use software package for the fast and accurate recording of electrical installation test and inspection data
Engine tester covers a broad range
(November 2006)
New from Sakor Technologies, the VersaDyne is an integrated turnkey system for testing small two- and four-stroke engines
Complete package is key to CAD/CAM success
(November 2006)
Software specialist Radan Computational celebrated its 30th anniversary as a leading supplier of CAD/CAM solutions for the sheet metalworking sector during October
Tools tackle complexity of machine design
(November 2006)
Baldor has added powerful program debugging facilities to its Mint language for motion and machine automation
Controller offers cost effective DC servo
(November 2006)
Rotalink reckons it has virtually flattened the entry barriers to flexible digital drive systems with the launch of Red Drive
Package cuts entry cost of thermal imaging
(October 2006)
The InfraCAM Value Package provides a complete starter kit for anyone wishing to incorporate thermal imaging into their routine