American Industrial Systems, Inc.    Irvine, CA 92614
Oct 30, 2009 Based on 1.6 GHz Intel® Atom N270 processor and MiFare RFID card reader, Access Management System enables users to log and control traffic in and out of content sensitive workplaces. System includes 2 DI/DO ports, dual Gigabit LAN ports, and 1.3 Megapixel Web camera, as well as digital microphone and IR motion detector. Bundled Access Management Software offers custom features such as conference room booking, library management, and student attendance recording.

DPS Telecom    Fresno, CA 93727
Oct 29, 2009 Featuring LAN connection, Remote Power Switch enables user to switch on, switch off, and reboot equipment as well as keep tabs on power consumption via web interface. SNMP compatibility lets switch send traps directly to SNMP manager. Users may choose to receive notifications when relay is latched, or if unit is reset for any reason. If power to large number of devices needs to be controlled at single site, several switches can be daisy chained and will behave as single unit.

Glenro, Inc.    Paterson, NJ 07501 1799
Oct 29, 2009 Cantilevered Multi-Unwind and Rewind System offers auto edge control that is accurate to ±1 mm, and auto jog that allows material to automatically advance when pulled over load cell roll. System's auto run mode automatically unwinds start tension control when tension set point is reached. Configurable, PID-controlled product allows enable/disable, under/over-wind, tapering, and side-lay of each winder. It is suited for webs up to 18 in. wide with 20 in. roll dia and 100 lb roll weight.

Omron Electronics, LLC    Schaumburg, IL 60173
Oct 28, 2009 Integrating with CJ-Series PLCs, Trajexia CJ1W-MCH72 Module can operate up to 14 tasks simultaneously and control up to 30 axes over MECHATROLINK-II Motion bus with independent position, speed, or torque control for every axis. Each axis can run complex interpolated moves, e-cams, and e-gearboxes. Module includes digital I/Os, MECHATROLINK-II master connection, and serial port for external encoder input. Selectable cycle time, from 0.5-4 ms, enables individual response to servos and AC drives.

Microchip Technology, Inc.    Chandler, AZ 85224 6199
Oct 28, 2009 Featuring 28 V input, MCP1804 Low Dropout Regulators (LDOs) deliver up to 150 mA output current and support output voltages from 1.8-18 V. Input and output are stable, with 0.1 µF of capacitance, and operate on typ quiescent current of 50 µA. Shutdown function allows output to be disabled, dropping quiescent current to 0.01 µA. Available in SOT-23, SOT-89, and SOT-223 packages, LDOs support use of smaller ceramic capacitors and are suited for space-constrained and high-power designs.

Advanced Micro Controls, Inc.    Terryville, CT 06786
Oct 28, 2009 Able to plug directly into MicroLogix 1100/1200/1400 PLC, 3100 series X-Y axis motion control modules provide encoder feedback in addition to range of motion commands to satisfy simple to sophisticated application requirements. Both 3102 and 3102i are programmable using RSLogix 500 software. Linear and Circular interpolation, exclusive to 3102i module, enable sophisticated motion control. Model 3102 can control servo and/or stepper drives with step/direction input.

Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Inc    Irvine, CA 92614
Oct 28, 2009 Configurable for specialized military and commercial applications, 4-wheel Q-Force features SCADA system, hybrid control system that minimizes battery size through optimized charge controls and regenerative braking, and advanced traction motor/transmission system. In one configuration, diesel engine produces 75 hp, while electric motor provides 133 hp, and power train yields 5,463 lb-ft of torque after reduction.

Linear Technology Corp.    Milpitas, CA 95035
Oct 28, 2009 As complete 1 A DC/DC regulator system-in-a-package, LTM8031 includes inductor, switching DC/DC controller, power switches, filters, and all support components in 9 x 15 x 2.82 mm plastic LGA package. DC/DC uModule®, compliant with radiated emissions requirements of EN55022 class B, has switching frequency adjustable from 200 kHz to 2.4 MHz via resistor or synchronized to external clock. Operating voltage ranges from 3.6-36 V, and regulated output voltage ranges from 0.8-10 V at up to 1 A.

Cypress Semiconductor Corp.    San Jose, CA 95134
Oct 27, 2009 Based on programmable SoC architecture, TrueTouch(TM) TMA300 series has analog sensing engine that allows tracking of multiple fingers simultaneously with precise x-y locations and without user delays or problems with ghost responses. Solution supports traditional gestures - tap, double-tap, pan, pinch, scroll, rotate - while also providing platform to create custom gestures. Along with 3 mm passive stylus input, solution supports proximity detection for ear/face/palm rejection.

Trio Motion Technology Ltd.    Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Oct 26, 2009 With SERCOS II digital drive interface, MC464 Motion Coordinator allows OEMS and automation system integrators to benefit from 64-bit multi-axis motion and machine control. Module sends and receives 32-bit control and feedback values for up to 16 axes at selectable data rates up to 16 MHz with servo cycle period down to 250 µs. As bus master, MC464 can accommodate 4 SERCOS modules, providing synchronization for up to 64 axes, with max fluctuation in accuracy of less than 1 µs.

Synopsys, Inc.    Mountain View, CA 94043 4033
Oct 26, 2009 Available in process technologies from 90 nm down to 40 nm, DesignWare HDMI(TM) transmitter and receiver digital controllers and PHY IP solution supports high-bandwidth digital content protection. It offers comprehensive set of IP deliverables that help designers embed complex interface into next generation multimedia SoCs. Solution includes optimized analog front end to support longer HDMI cables, configurable RTL, built-in termination resistors, and choice of video and audio interfaces.

Omron Electronics, LLC    Schaumburg, IL 60173
Oct 22, 2009 Available in 230 and 460 V versions with power ranges from fractional to 20 hp, 3G3MX2 series offers sensor-less vector control functionality and built-in safety inputs. Range of industrial communication options are supported, and functionality covers machine control operations such as positioning, speed synchronization, and logic programming. As drive and controller, products deliver 200% starting torque near stand-still (0.5 Hz) and can operate in torque control in open loop mode.

Athena Controls, Inc.    Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 1129
Oct 21, 2009 Capable of driving contactors for up to 10 heaters or cooling devices to maintain process at setpoint, Series DS Digital Staging Controller allows user to configure quantity of outputs dedicated to heating and cooling, on site. Stager can be set to use outputs in circular rotation or in up-then-down sequence, or to accept input from thermistor and perform temperature control using onboard processor. Relay, TRIAC, or digital outputs are offered with digital input for emergency shutdown.

Emerson Process Management    Austin, TX 78754
Oct 20, 2009 Part of AMS® Suite: Intelligent Device Manager, Device Dashboards provide clear view of everything users need to evaluate, diagnose, and configure field devices. Each has embedded expert guidance to streamline most important and frequent tasks performed by plant operations, engineering, and maintenance personnel. Powered by Electronic Device Description Language, dashboards function independent of protocol and present data in similar user experience regardless of device.

Aimtec, Inc.    Dollard Des Ormeaux, QC H9G3B9  Canada
Oct 20, 2009 Housed in SIP3 package measuring 11.7 x 7.4 x 10.2 mm, Series AMSR1-78Z accepts inputs ranging from 4.75-18 Vdc to 6.50-18 Vdc that step down to tightly regulated output voltages as low as 1.5-5 Vdc, with efficiency up to 94%. Step-down converters operate continuously at full load below +60°C and within ambient temperature range of -40 to +85°C. Made with RoHS-compliant materials, non-isolated units include continuous output short circuit protection and do not require heatsink.

Fredericks Company, The    Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006-6232
Oct 20, 2009 Available in +10° high gain, +25° standard, and +50° wide angle versions, IRIS Tilt Controller enables measurement and command of tilt movement in any direction with reference to unchanging gravity vector. Unit detects angular position using onboard electrolytic tilt sensor with no mechanical moving parts to break or wear out. IRIS can be used to adjust solar panel angles to achieve maximum light intensity and power levels and to detect misaligned panels.

Digital Switching Systems, LLC    Raleigh, NC 27622
Oct 19, 2009 PowerGate 1000 provides choice of switch types and dashboard looks for marine, construction, truck, bus, lawn and garden, industrial, and emergency vehicle applications. Rugged unit includes 10 switch inputs with indicators and can accept switching to ground or system voltage or accept input from hall effect device. Operating in temperatures from -40 to 185°F, IP67-rated product supports CAN, J1939, NMEA 2000, RVC, and RS485-based systems.

ABB Drive, Inc.    New Berlin, WI 53151
Oct 19, 2009 Rated for 1.5-600 hp at 480 Vac, ACS850 Drive Modules are suited for extruders, cranes, mixers, and web handling machinery. Integrated Safe Torque Off feature removes torque from motor shaft, conforming to SIL 3/IEC 61508 requirements. Engineered to work with ABB high-speed serial interface modules, drives support DeviceNet, Modbus RTU, Profibus, and CANopen. Additional features include removable memory block, onboard energy saving calculator, and maintenance and diagnostic assistants.

TECHNOSOFT S.A.    Bevaix CH-2022  Switzerland
Oct 16, 2009 Model PIM3605 pluggable minidrive controls brushless, DC, linear, or step motors up to 180 W continuous and 600 W peak power and runs complex motions without requiring external controller. Movement sequences can be programmed directly on drive, while system control functions are handled from supervising PC or PLC. Motion modes as contouring, profiling, gearing, electronic camming or PVT can be executed in stand-alone or multi-axis configurations.

New Scale Technologies    Victor, NY 14534
Oct 16, 2009 Custom auto focus modules accept standard M6-M12 threaded lens assemblies and feature digital (USB or I²C) as well as analog 0-3.3 V motion interfaces. Lens motion module uses SQUIGGLE® motor, TRACKERT position sensor, and integrated electronics to provide high-resolution, closed-loop control. Stroke is greater than 2 mm, velocity is rated to 7 mm/s, and respective values for position resolution and repeatability are 0.5 and 2 µm.