Rockwell Automation    Milwaukee, WI 53204
May 23, 2003 CompactLogix(TM) 1769-L35E controller combines scalability and modularity of Logix(TM) platform with EtherNet/IP(TM) and Compact I/O(TM). With 1.5 Mbyte I/O memory capacity, product incorporates CPU that supports higher-speed applications. Integrated 10/100 Mbps EtherNet/IP connectivity enables high-speed data throughput while supporting up to 32 simultaneous HMI and I/O connections. Unit also offers diagnostic and data monitoring capabilities via Ethernet and Web interfaces.

Aromat Corp.    New Providence, NJ 07974 1507
May 22, 2003 With accuracies of 0.1% RTD, 0.2% for thermocouple sensors, CE- and UL-approved KT series employs PID and Auto Tuning algorithm for minimized overshoot. Universal input can be configured from front panel to be RTD, thermocouple, voltage, or current, with 26 total selectable ranges. Two-colored LED display distinguishes measured temperature value from set point. Control output types are relay, voltage, or 4-20 mA analog output. DIN-mounted Model KT7 measures only 0.89 in. wide.

Unitek Miyachi Lasers    Monrovia, CA 91017 7133
May 22, 2003 Single phase AC resistance STA Series controls include electronic pressure regulator that allows force to be programmed as part of weld schedule. STA's output is 0–10 Vdc standard and is compatible with most regulators. Pressure reading optimizes weld quality and throughput via programmable firing force. Differential pressure monitoring feature enables control to measure pressure on the top and bottom of pneumatic cylinder and fire when desired welding force is reached.

Saftronics, Inc.    Fort Myers, FL 33905
May 21, 2003 Series S10 is offered with IP20 (protected chassis) and IP65 (NEMA 4x) enclosures, with and without operators, to match application environmental needs. NEMA 4x unit, with operators, comes with standard input disconnect, speed pot, and forward/reverse selector switch, and supplies 2-3 hp.

Pilz Automation Safety L.P.    Canton, MI 48187
May 20, 2003 Model PMI-215 human/machine interface has 5.7 in. full-color STN display with resistive touch screen. Windows CE operating system allows implementation of universal, networked graphics for machinery or facility-wide setup. Terminal includes USB, PCMCIA, and PC/104 ports and slots and can also be configured using PMI-PRO software. With PMI-PRO, users can customize PMI-215 specifically for their operating environment.

Nippon Pulse Motor Co., Ltd.    Radford, VA 24141
May 19, 2003 Model NPMC6045A-4104 controls stepper motors or digital servomotors. It incorporates PCL6045A motion control chip and comes with C language library. With max output frequency of 6.5 Mpps, card can obtain trapezoidal and contant speed motion profiles. It performs linear and S-curve accel/decel, and circular and linear interpolation. A 28-bit up/down counter provides incremental encoder feedback. Pulse range is ±134,217,728, with ramp down pulse of 0–16,777,215.

Techno Linear Motion Components    New Hyde Park, NY 11042
May 16, 2003 Series LP includes PCI card for PC, power amplifiers, power supply, and SAC Motion Control software for programming motion functions. Lines, arcs, I/O, conditional, and logical statements can be used to create motion profiles from simple to complex. System is suited for dispensing, soldering, inspection, automatic screw fastening, pick and place operations, or automotive applications. Two DC brushed servo motors and 1 DC brushed servo motor with brake are included.

Spacesaver    Fort Atkinson, WI 53538 2798
May 16, 2003 TouchPad Control is compatible with Power Assist and PowerPro® mobile storage systems. To gain aisle access, authorized user enters 4-digit code on 10-digit keypad mounted on end of desired aisle. User closes aisle with System Close button. Code memory retention during power interruption saves reprogramming and maintains controlled access when power resumes. TouchPad helps protect confidential or sensitive media from access by unauthorized people.

Trol Systems Inc.    Harrisburg, PA 17113
May 16, 2003 Model T6M combines indexer, power supply, and PLC into one module measuring 4 x 3 x 4 in. Internally fan-cooled, 48 W power supply uses PWM drivers to adapt to range of stepping motors. T6 programming language provides move-to-position commands, which automatically generate acceleration and deceleration ramps. Control includes 8 inputs and 6 outputs for general-purpose use, as well as 4 inputs dedicated to motor control: Stop, Home, Jog forward and Jog reverse.

National Semiconductor Corp.    Santa Clara, CA 95051-0695
May 16, 2003 Series LP385x CMOS LDO regulators feature output currents of 1.5 and 3.0 A, logic-controlled on/off, error flag or separate sense pin, over-temperature, and over-current protection. Typical dropout voltage is 240 mV at 1.5 A and 390 mV at 3.0 A load, allowing designers to generate high-eeficiency 2.5 V output from 3.3 V supply up to 2.5 A. Output-voltage accuracy is ±1.5% at room temperature over load and line variations.

TB Wood's, Inc.    Chambersburg, PA 17201 1778
May 14, 2003 With design that utilizes solid-state technology and closed-loop motor current feedback, S-trAC EST soft starters provide start control that supports PLC compatible digital and analog I/O for direct interface with automated systems. Products are available in Chassis, Enclosed, and Bypassed packages, all of which provide true soft starter functionality with soft start control of system and overload protection for AC motor. Keypad allows user to set custom parameters.

National Instruments Corp.    Austin, TX 78759-3504
May 14, 2003 Modules, for Compact FieldPoint and LabVIEW real-time control, enable users to perform high-speed counting, pulse-width modulation control, and pulse-train generation in harsh environments. Digital cFP-CTR-500 and cFP-CTR-502 counter modules deliver 8 counter channels, 4 gate inputs, and 4 digital outputs. Digital-output module cFP-PMW-520 delivers 8 pulse-width modulation output channels, while cFP-PG-522 pulse-generator module provides 8 outputs that can generate finite or continuous pulse trains.

Draper Inc.    Spiceland, IN 47385 0425
May 14, 2003 IntelliFlex controls can use IR and RF wireless remote, wind and sun sensors, PDAs, AV integrator input devices and PCs to control and adjust hundreds of shades individually and in groups. Through RS232 and Internet Protocol devices, IntelliFlex can control shades from anywhere in the world. System allows for 4 programmable intermediate stops and periodically recalibrates them.

Lochinvar Corp.    Nashville, TN 37210 3807
May 13, 2003 Residential water heater, with Shield Combustion Systemâ„¢, employs Lock-Shield flame arrestor plate with 18,000 air louvers that prevent ignited flammable vapors from traveling backwards out of combustion chamber/water heater. Thermal switch detects increases in heat and shuts down gas supply to pilot and main burner. Piezo igniter provides pushbutton ignition of pilot flame, while sight glass allows unrestricted view into combustion chamber for observation of burner and pilot flames.

Rockwell Automation    Milwaukee, WI 53204
May 12, 2003 Model 1762-IR4 4-channel sensor module allows users to directly interface Allen-Bradley® MicroLogix(TM) 1200 controller to platinum, nickel, nickel-iron, and copper RTDs. It provides temperature readings in °C or °F with measurement resolution down to tenths of degrees. Module's sensor temperature range is -200 to 850°C with accuracy of ±.05°C over thermocouples. Over- and under-range alarms are provided with individual bit feedback per channel to controller.

RTP Corp.    Pompano Beach, FL 33069
May 09, 2003 RTP 2300 Hybrid Control System provides data acquisition and control solutions that combine high-speed scanning with support for complex control algorithms. Offered as Singleton RTP-2300 and RTP 2300R Hot Standby Systems, latter provides fail-safe back-up protection at every level of configuration. Plug-and play architecture can be expanded or upgraded by adding I/O modules. Open-system design employs object-oriented programming.

Grace Engineered Products, Inc.    Davenport, IA 52807
May 07, 2003 GracePort(TM) DSX R-Series Crossover Switch offers through-the-door programming interface for Allen-Bradley PanelView and Allen-Bradley PLC systems. It mounts on outside of enclosure, allowing user to program either PLC or PanelView from single port. When programming is completed, user returns interface to RUN mode. DSX uses no electronics and requires no software. Product is available in UL/CSA approved NEMA 12/4, 4X, 1 or NEMA 4X stainless steel housings.

Solartron Mobrey    Houston, TX 77084
May 07, 2003 Modular Level Measurement/Control System features choice of ultrasonic or hydrostatic level transmitters. Model MSP900SH ultrasonic, 24 V loop-powered transmitter offers range of 39 ft and is sealed in UPVC housing. Hydrostatic Model 9700 is 316 SS with corrosion-resistant ceramic capacitive sensing cell. Wall- or panel-mounted control unit uses microprocessor platform and offers 5 programmable relays for alarm duties and/or control of up to 4 pumps.

E Instruments International LLC    Langhorne, PA 19047
May 07, 2003 Accurate up to 0.006% of reading, MicroCal 20 Documenting Process Calibrator ensures compliance of measuring and test equipment with quality calibration standards. Unit simultaneously performs measurement and simulation of 7 different parameters in addition to pressure calibration with 2 internal pressure sensors up to 300 psi FS or one external pressure sensor up to 10,000 psi. Offerings include data logging, HART protocol and built-in environmental module.

Ormec Systems Corp.    Rochester, NY 14625
May 06, 2003 ServoWire Soft Motion Low-Power servodrives combine digital performance, compact size, and FireWire-based motion control networking. Two models of LP-series drives provide 200 and 400 W with current output of 3.0 and 5.0 A rms/phase, respectively. All-digital model eliminates manual drive settings and has panel-mountable footprint. Servodrives feature MotionObjects Class Library for object-oriented motion control application program development in C/C++.