Safety Relay
Safety relays are devices that generally implement safety functions. The safety relays monitor safety functions such as E-STOP, safety gates, light barriers, light grids, two-hand controls, pressure sensitive mats, speed, standstill and much more too. Relays and contactors used to control plant and machinery in the early days of control technology. In the event of a hazardous situation, the actuator was simply isolated from the energy supply. This type of protection system could be manipulated in the event of a malfunction, disabling the protective function. Special relay circuits, such as the three-contactor combination, were the first designs to come out of deliberations into how this could be avoided. These device combinations led to the development of the first safety relay from the German automation manufacturer as everyone knows them.
PLCs
A programmable logic controller (PLC) is an industrial computer control system that continuously monitors that state of input devices and makes decisions based upon a custom program to control that state of output devices. Almost any production line, machinery function, or process can be greatly enhanced using this type of control system. However, the biggest benefit in using a PLC is the ability to change and replicate the operation or process while collecting and communicating vital information. Advantage of a PLC system is that it is modular. That is, you can mix and match the types of input and output devices to best suit your application.
PACs
Programmable Automation Controller (PAC) a relatively new name coined for small, local control systems. The name is derived largely from the popular PLC. One major difference between a PLC and a PAC is the programming interface. Most PLCs are programmed in a graphical representation of coils and contacts called Ladder logic. Most PACs are programmed in a modern programming language such as C or C++. PACs have become extremely popular is systems with a high percentage of analog I/Os, in systems with extensive interface requirements or in systems with direct users interaction requirements. PACs are often the heart of industrial control systems or process control applications. PACs may also be at the center of a portable data acquisition system or remote controller that allows an application to keep running even if its umbilical link to the outside world is cut.
RTUs
A remote terminal unit (RTU) is a microprocessor-controlled electronic device that interfaces objects in the physical world to a distributed control system or SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition) system by transmitting telemetry data to a master system, and by using messages from the master supervisory system to control connected objects. Other terms that may be used for RTU is remote telemetry unit or remote telecontrol unit. RTU features a broad communications compatibility with a complete array of hardware options plus over 50+ protocols provide for network compatibility and also thanks to an enhanced DNP3 as it allows users to take complete advantage of the power of this protocol security platform.
HMIs
The Human Machine Interface (HMI) includes the electronics required to signal and control the state of industrial automation equipment. Engineering technology is living in the world of interconnectivity. The Internet of Things (IoT) is a dominating trend with industrial and consumer products being connected via the internet. To operate these devices, Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) are becoming more sophisticated. HMI, in its simplest terms, includes any device or software that allows you to interact with a machine. This can be as simple and ubiquitous as the traditional single-touch display mounted on a machine or as technologically advanced as a multi-touch-enabled control panel or even connected mobile technology such as smartphones and smartwatches.
SCADAs
SCADA (Supervisory control and data acquisition) is an industrial automation control system at the core of many modern industries. In basic SCADA architectures, information from sensors or manual inputs are sent to PLCs (programmable logic controllers) or RTUs (remote terminal units), which then send that information to computers with SCADA software. SCADA software analyzes and displays the data in order to help operators and other workers to reduce waste and improve efficiency in the manufacturing process. The operator interfaces which enable monitoring and the issuing of process commands, such as controller set point changes, are handled through the SCADA supervisory computer system. However, the real-time control logic or controller calculations are performed by networked modules which connect to the field sensors and actuators
Marshalling Cabinet
Marshalling cabinets provide cross wiring functionality between field instruments/devices and the control system. By having this type of interface, input and output issues can be quickly identified and maintenance personnel can perform routine functions in the field without jeopardizing the heart of the control system. Marshalling is typically used in large platform/control applications such as refineries, process industrial and automobile industry etc.,
FF Remote IOs
Remote IO systems are having high functionality with wide options & simple handling. RIO makes the integration of fieldbus & conventional IO easy. It’s also designed for field expansion where the control system is located far away from field devices. Here, RIO is the right choice when you want to put your barriers close to the field devices. It is a single integration easy to use piece of equipment including power, control, networking and IO under one compact device requiring less panel space than other solutions. This means that you reduce wiring, because the system is installed close to the field devices, and just one fieldbus (FF) cable is used from remote IO to the control room cabinet. RIOs can active as decentralized automation instead centralized. We offer RIO for safe area, Zone1/2.
HART Remote IOs
The HART RIO modules are the ideal solution for the many applications where RIO connectivity can be used to integrate HART multi-drop devices into a system. Applications for the module are found in most industries, especially the manufacturing, oil & gas, power and food processing etc., and it suits for Zone2, Zone1 applications.
Safety barrier (I.S.)
Intrinsic safety (I.S.) is a protection technique for safe operation of electrical equipment in hazardous areas by limiting the energy, electrical and thermal, available for ignition. In signal & control circuits that can operate with low currents & voltage, the intrinsic safety approach simplifies circuits & reduces installation cost over other protection methods. We offer the widest selection of products for protection of electrical signal located in hazardous areas. These intrinsic safety barrier combine the energy limiting features of Zener with galvanic, Zener & galvanic too.
Signal Isolator
Signal isolators provide electrical (galvanic) isolation between the input and output circuits. They couple the signal to the output through a transformer or optical isolator. Signal isolators also break the direct electrical galvanic path between two or more loop points. They protect against dangerous measured-variable voltages and increase protection from surges and spikes. Signal isolators are closely related to signal converters and signal interfaces. These devices are often used to share, split, boost, protect step-down, linearize, and digitize process signals. The most important role of a signal isolator is to break the galvanic path between circuits that are "grounded" to different potentials. A galvanic path is defined as a path in which there is a direct electrical connection between two or more electrical circuits that allow current to flow.
Universal RIO
Universal Remote I/O Link is a local area network designed to connect controllers to remote I/O chassis and a variety of intelligent devices such as operator interfaces and AC or DC drives. A combination of analog and digital I/O is possible. Many OEMs offer products such as robotic and welding controllers, scales, and wireless modems, that are compatible with the Universal Remote I/O Link as well. In total, there are approximately 100 devices available that can communicate on this link. By using these devices on the link, you speed communication and allow the devices to work together to help improve quality while lowering integration, maintenance, and training costs.
Industrial network protocols
Industrial network protocols include EtherNet/IP, Ethernet Powerlink, EtherCAT, Modbus-TCP, Profinet, SERCOS III, and the list is still growing. How do you select an industrial network protocol that is future-proof and meets your unique requirements? This includes list of communication network protocols used for process or industrial automation, building automation, substation automation, automatic meter reading and vehicle automation applications. The Common Industrial Protocol (CIP) is an industrial protocol for industrial automation applications.
Industrial Ethernet gateway
The need for industrial Ethernet gateway solutions is not only driven by the increasing demand for connecting industrial Ethernet protocols (such as EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, or PROFINET) to existing fieldbus networks, but by maximized cost-efficiency as well. We offer comprehensive industrial Ethernet gateway solutions, are designed with innovative and automated technology to ensure quick installation and easy management of your industrial fieldbus-to-Ethernet networks. To help you master fieldbus communications, we also delivers industrial fieldbus gateways to transfer control data between different fieldbus protocols.
Server/Client SCADA
A multi-user system is used whenever the same process is to be monitored at several operator stations. When the Option is used, several operator control and monitoring stations are coordinated to operate together with networked automation systems. The server supplies the connected clients with process and archive data, messages, pictures and logs. The result of an operator action at one operator station, for example, changing a value or message acknowledgment, is immediately available to all other operator stations.
Industrial PCs
An industrial PC is an x86 PC-based computing platform for industrial applications. Industrial PCs are primarily used for process control and/or data acquisition. In some cases, an industrial PC is simply used as a front-end to another control computer in a distributed processing environment. Industrial PCs offer different features than consumer PCs in terms of reliability, compatibility, expansion options and long-term supply. A common category of industrial PC is the 19-inch rackmount form factor. Industrial PCs typically cost considerably more than comparable office style computers with similar performance. A subset of industrial PCs is the Panel PC where a display, typically an LCD, is incorporated into the same enclosure as the motherboard and other electronics. These are typically panel mounted and often incorporate touch screens for user interaction. They are offered in low cost versions with no environmental sealing, heavier duty models sealed to IP67 standards to be waterproof at the front panel and including models which are explosion proof for installation into hazardous environments.