Advantech Automation Corp.
Cincinnati, OH 45240
Mar 11, 2003 Model ADAM-6500 includes 206 MHz StrongArm CPU, 32 MB DRAM, Compact Flash slot, 10-32 Vdc input power, 10/100 BaseT Ethernet port, and 5 serial com ports. It offers text-based web pages with 1-touch web page generation, and provides TCP/IP support via integrated RJ45 Ethernet port. Integrated web server works with any PC via Internet Explorer, and integrated OPC server connects to remote OPC Client application. Fault and event notification is provided via e-mail or pager.

ESAB Welding & Cutting Products
Florence, SC 29501
Dec 09, 2002 Graphic-based Vision LEâ„¢ CNC Control provides motion control, 60+ standard shapes, step and repeat commands, part rotation, and ability to adjust kerf on-the-fly. Program parking allows users to interrupt current job, move to new location, cut different part, and pick up first job where it left off. With 16 megabytes part program storage, multitasking feature permits download of programs or creation of standard shapes while cutting.

National Instruments Corp.
Austin, TX 78759-3504
Dec 03, 2002 Model PCI-7342 integrates with data acquisition and vision systems. Users can configure 2 axes for stepper or servo motors while utilizing linear interpolation for multi-axis movement, 32 bits of digital I/O for high-speed capture, and RTSI bus for real-time synchronization. Motion Assistant point-and-click interface generates LabVIEW code allowing PCI-7342 to seamlessly integrate motion control into automated test and machine control applications.

Mosaic Industries
Newark, CA 94560
Oct 10, 2002 Wildcards, modular 2 x 2.5 in. plug-in boards, are available for 24-bit sigma-delta A/D converters, RS-485 serial communications, and 16-bit A/D and 12-bit D/A conversion. Other modules are available for opto-isolated control of DC and AC loads, voltage switching, and removable mass memory cards. They are suited for applications requiring multiple I/O points, high resolution, data acquisition, and real-time control. They include pre-coded I/O drivers.

InterlinkBT, LLC
Minneapolis, MN 55441
Oct 02, 2002 Short Circuit Junction Tee, for FOUNDATIONâ„¢ Fieldbus segments, features overmolded design for corrosion resistance. Circuit board is completely encapsulated in UV stable polyurethane. Available with stainless steel and nickel-plated brass connectors, Junction Tee provides complete IP67 protection, and short circuit protection to all 6 spurs. Current to each spur is limited to 55mA and provides red LED indication if faulted.

Stonel Corp.
Fergus Falls, MN 56571
Sep 03, 2002 FieldLink® Switched Drop Connectors rely on solid-state protection circuitry, which reacts to short-circuit faults to keep remaining bus segment unaffected. Switchable junction terminals interconnect bus drops/spurs to main bus trunk line. Connectors are offered in Class I, Div 1 & 2 versions; NEMA 4, 4X, and 6; and in single and multiple drops for AS-Interface and Foundation Fieldbus protocols. Aluminum enclosure, DIN-rail mount, and Lexanâ„¢ enclosure versions are also available.

Nippon Pulse Motor Co., Ltd.
Radford, VA 24141
Aug 19, 2002 Model NPMC5023-2104, for stepper motors, includes 2-axis control, 4.9M pps pulse rate capability for microstepping, S-curve ramp up and ramp down, encoder feedback inputs, and linear interpolation. It enables users to program individual motion profiles and includes software that uses Microsoft Windows® 98 for setup and testing. Also included as part of software package, is access to source code in C language that gives users ability to write applications.

Innovative Support Services
Troy, MI 48083 2837
Jul 29, 2002 Vega CNCs interface with both point to point, 2 axes DeVliegs and full contouring 3/4 axes DeVliegs. Both are PC-based and designed to integrate both manual features of machine while adding automatic features. Full 3D CNC programming is available for 3/4 axes machines. Units feature pushbutton jog interfaces, manual tapping, programmable cycles, mirroring, scaling, and tool length and cutter diameter compensation.

Num Corp., Schneider Electric
Naperville, IL 60563 1452
Jun 26, 2002 PC-based Axium Power CNCs include wide range of digital drives and motors. ARS (Advanced Resonance Suppression) provides intelligent compensation for imperfections in stiffness and elasticity of machine by increasing feedback loop gain. Power panel runs under Windowsâ„¢ 2000. Remote diagnostic, unattended CNC system back-up, or fully remote system operation is possible via Ethernet connection options and TCP-IP connection software.

Invensys
Foxboro, MA 02035
Jun 04, 2002 I/A Series Fieldbus Modules enables users to continuously access real-time field device diagnostics and asset management information directly from workstations or PCs. Fieldbus Module channels provide 4-20 mA analog signals and HART digital signals. Modules feature 8 channels, each with its own HART modem; 100 millisecond response times; and up to 4 secondary variables per channel. Modules can be replaced without removing cabling or power components.

Innovative Support Services
Troy, MI 48083 2837
May 20, 2002 PC-based Vega MLM-3A CNC has dynamic interpolator processor which creates true constant rate acceleration/deceleration. This allows parts to be cut at high feed rate while cutting smooth surface, which increases production. It has handwheel and pushbutton jog interfaces, manual tapping, programmable cycles, mirroring, scaling, and tool length and cutter diameter compensation. Retrofit package can interface with both ac and dc servo systems.

Mastercam/CNC Software, Inc.
Tolland, CT 06084
Apr 23, 2002 Enhancements to Mastercam v9 provide control and cutting turn-around improvements for 3-axis solids machining. Multisurface and solid model flowline machining create smooth, consistent toolpath that follows natural curve of part and leaves more repeatable, uniform scallop. Smart Hybrid Remachining generates toolpath automatically that cuts areas larger tools can’t reach. Other functions include automatic critical depth machining and facing.

Phoenix Contact
Harrisburg, PA 17111 0100
Apr 22, 2002 IL CAN BK bus coupler operates at any position in CANopen network. It uses diagnostics element to send detailed failure cause and location data to master, where they can be evaluated by appropriate software. Diagnostics and status displays enable exact module fault location and on-site determination of cause. Coupler supports analog and digital I/O, special function I/O, Category 4 Safety relay modules, and pnuematic valve manifolds.

Zendex Corp.
Dublin, CA 94568
Mar 14, 2002 ZXE-x86 embedded controller offers 1GB+ of flash, EPROM or RAM, which can be accessed via Ethernet or Internet. It includes ZF Micro ZFx86 CPU with up to 256MB DRAM, 2 buffered TTL serial ports, 2 RS-232 serial ports, 2 RS-422/485 serial ports and printer port. PCMCIA connector allows additional functionality including local data recording for applications such as data archiving or precise geographical location when using GPS-PCMCIA card.

Microchip Technology, Inc.
Chandler, AZ 85224 6199
Mar 06, 2002 PICDEM(TM) Mixed Signal Controller 1 (MSC1) Demonstration Board is for use with PICmicro(R) PIC16C781 and PICI6C782 configurable analog microcontrollers. PICDEM MSC1's Graphical User Interface (GUI) configures microcontrollers' multiple digital and analog peripherals, and downloads configuration to hardware for evaluation. GUI includes code generator that builds initialization assembly code to correspond to selected configuration.

Parvus Corp.
Salt Lake City, UT 84115 2913
Feb 27, 2002 PCMCIA dual interface board is designed to add PC card I/O functionality to PC/104 system such as fax/modem, networking, flash memory, video capture, GPS, SCSI adapter, parallel adapter, serial adapter or ISDN. It has Intel(R) PD6722 chip, and is available with either 2 front-, right- or left-loading PCMCIA disk drives. Board supports all Type I, II, and III PCMCIA memory; I/O; and ATA hard disk cards.

Parvus Corp.
Salt Lake City, UT 84115 2913
Feb 12, 2002 PCMCIA Dual Interface board adds PC card I/O functionality to PC/104 system. Featuring Intel(R) PD6722 chip, module is fully PC/104 form-factor compliant, and available with either 2 front-, right- or left-loading PCMCIA disk drives. It supports all Type I, II, and III PCMCIA memory; I/O; and ATA hard disk cards, which can support transfer of data and sharing of peripheral devices between portable computers and embedded PC/104 computers.

Stonel Corp.
Fergus Falls, MN 56571
Feb 06, 2002 Eclipse VCT connects position sensors, power outputs to solenoids, and communications systems such as AS-I, DeviceNet, Modbus and Foundation Fieldbus modules to standard VDI/VDE 3845 (Namur) valve actuators. It is available in non-incendive version for hazardous areas and in general-purpose micro-connector version for heavy wash-down and non-hazardous applications. Red and green LEDs indicate electronic switch status.

RealVision Inc.
Eagle, ID 83616
Jan 29, 2002 WebDNC v2.0 handles Computer Numerical Control technology, while protecting network security. Shop floor operators can request G-Code and PLC programs, tool lists, tool offset values, program status, job schedules and other needed information from network server without full access to network. This eliminates operators using incorrect NC files.

Advanced Control Systems Corp.
Pembroke, MA 02359
Jan 18, 2002 Integrated MCB-4B board simultaneously controls up to 4 stepping motors with mini-step capability, and with 4, 6 or 8 leads and up to 3 amp phase current. Each axis is addressable, and several boards can be controlled by single computer communication port. MCB-4B offers stepping rates up to 50,000 step/sec and up to 16.7 million steps per move. It includes programmable acceleration/deceleration, motor current shut-off switch and nonvolatile memory.