Red Lion Controls Crimson Software Supports Banner iVu Vision Sensors

Red Lion announces support of Banner Engineering's iVu® Plus TG vision sensors via their G3 series HMI, Modular Controller and Data Station Plus. The new iVu Image driver, available in Crimson 3.0’s most recent release, joins a list of over 200 serial and Ethernet communications drivers included with Red Lion’s acclaimed programming software.

This new image driver affords the ability to display the image output from the Banner iVu Plus TG on Red Lion’s 8”, 10” and 15” G3 series HMIs, allowing these touchscreens to be used for commissioning and operation of Banner’s latest generation of vision sensor. With multiple protocol support built into every Red Lion interface product, a second protocol can be chosen to acquire data from the iVu Plus TG. Once collected, the G3 series HMI, Modular Controller or Data Station Plus can convert the data to a different protocol so that the iVu can be integrated with virtually any PLC, PC or SCADA system. The data may also be recorded in IT-friendly CSV file format for later review, using the built-in data logging facilities.


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Banner Engineering iVu Software Update

The iVu 2011R1 software update from Banner Engineering introduces EtherNet/IP and Modbus/TCP communication protocols to simplify communications to some of the most commonly used industrial controllers in factory automation.  
Adding these industrial protocols to the Ethernet enabled iVu Plus TG and iVu Plus BCR sensors provides simple and robust communication channels to control and monitor iVu Plus sensors over Ethernet from any controller that supports EtherNet/IP, Modbus/TCP, PCCC, or TCP/IP.
For example, by communicating over EtherNet/IP or Modbus/TCP, a PLC or HMI can remotely issue a product change, update the barcode compare string, or trigger an iVu Plus sensor. Similarly, an HMI could display inspections results and images for operators to view, or a PLC could make informed production decisions based upon inspection results provided by the iVu Plus sensor.


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Schneider Electric LL984 Editor for Unity Pro

Maximize your past investment in Schneider Electric's Modicon® PLCs by updating your development software to the new Unity Pro editor with ladder Logic. Built specifically for Modicon PLC users, the new LL984 editor allows you to keep your existing programming algorithms and add additional connectivity and functionality available only with modern processors. Best of all, you even get to manage it all from within a language and interface that you already know and recognize.

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Red Lion Controls Crimson 2 Software Supports PAX2A Meters

The latest release of Red Lion Controls' Crimson 2 software now includes the new PAX2A panel meter. In addition to the easy front panel key programming of the PAX2A, you can now program the meter with simple mouse clicks and drop down menus via the built-in USB port.

Eight simple programming windows step you through various parameters such as input set-up, display format, and output control, just to name a few. The program file can be saved on a computer allowing for later recall. You can also extract an existing program from a meter and save it. The program can then be downloaded to other meters, making duplicate setups a breeze.

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Schneider Electric SoMachine OEM Machine Programming Software

Offering 100% flexibility and optimization, Schneider Electric's SoMachine software allows the OEM to design, commission and service machines in a single software suite, resulting in a significant competitive advantage.

Get to market 25%-40% faster with ONE software environment: one software, one project file, one connection, one download.

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Red Lion Controls Crimson 3 Software Video - Web Server Configuration

This Red Lion Controls video presentation demonstrates how easy it is to use Crimson 3.0 software to configure the web server feature that is built into each of their G3 operator interfaces, the SX and GT models of the Modular Controller Master, and the Data Station Plus. The web server is part of the internal hardware of these Red Lion products, so no additional software or modules are needed.

Red Lion devices with the web server feature enabled provide a means to access data log files and allow remote viewing and control of all connected devices, from anywhere in the world. You can use it to monitor a process only or enable full control of your system from a remote computer, a web-enabled phone, PDA or other web enabled device.

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IDEC WindSRV Version 5.2 OPC Server

IDEC announces the release of WindSRV version 5.2. WindSRV, also known as KEPServerEX, is an OPC server developed exclusively by Kepware Technologies for IDEC. It’s the most cost effective and flawless controls OPC solution on the market. WindSRV provides direct connectivity between client applications, such as Microsoft Excel and IDEC MicroSmart Pentra PLCs. It’s a true plug-and-play OPC Server for effortless data management, acquisition, monitoring and control.

Industrial strength, Easy-to-use

An intuitive interface makes connecting to IDEC PLCs so easy that within minutes you can be providing data to your application. KEPServerEX maximizes the promise of OPC through the use of a single server interface, ensuring short product learning curves and reduced system training and maintenance costs. Up to 100 connections or devices can be connected to the server. Imagine having the ability to centrally monitor and control to up to one hundred PLCs on a single display.

What’s new in WindSRV 5.2?

With the success of the MicroSmart Pentra PLCs, it was essential that WindSRV be upgraded to support MicroSmart Pentra functions and capabilities. WindSRV version 5.2 now supports MicroSmart Pentra’s full range of addressing, including 32-bit data and floating points. WindSRV 5.2 also supports the new Microsoft Windows 7 operating system, as well as Windows 98, NT, 2000, Server 2003, XP and Vista.

How can you get WindSRV 5.2?

KEPServerEX 5.2 is available for purchase using the three part numbers located in the attached brochure. For current WindSRV 4.xx users, a new license is required, which means you will have to purchase one of these part numbers.

Need more information?

Try a fully functional demo of WindSRV 5.2 (available in 2-hour intervals*) by downloading it at www.IDEC.com/demos. For more information, visit www.IDEC.com/software.

*WindSRV will communicate with connected PLCs for 2 hours then stop. After the 2 hours demo has elapsed, WindSRV needs to be shut down and restarted to continue if you wish to continue in demo mode.

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IDEC Automation Organizer Software

IDEC is excited to announce Automation Organizer (AO), an IDEC automation software suite combining the latest versions of their popular WindLDR and WindO/I-NV2 software with a new system configuration software, WindCFG. This combined software will give users a powerful tool to design, debug, and document their control systems.

Automation Organizer includes all of IDEC's latest software upgrades: WindLDR version 6.21, WindO/INV2 version 4.13, and WindCFG version 1.21. IDEC has made significant improvements in how these softwares look and feel, while maintaining the same user-friendly experience. The new WindLDR and WindO/I-NV2 feature completely new graphic user interfaces and a total redesign of the Menu icons. The new Menu layout has been reorganized for quick and easy access to all the commands. And now for the first time, users can create a common tag name database for IDEC PLCs and OI Touchscreens.

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Rittal Therm 6.0 Climate Control Sizing Software

Rittal's Therm software makes it even easier to quickly and accurately determine the correct and effective climate control requirements of enclosures and heat sensitive electronics.

Therm 6.0 helps users to select the type and size of climate control solution that best suits your needs to optimize effectiveness and efficiency. This latest version expands upon the popular Rittal Therm platform and makes choosing the appropriate climate control solution for industrial enclosure applications more accurate and easier than ever before.

Therm 6.0 considers all of the “obvious” factors in its calculations:

• Size and location of the enclosures
• Ambient temperature and the max. allowable internal temperature
• Heat load – an integrated database containing the heat loss of many commonly installed electrical components makes it easy on the user
• Fully integrated air humidity calculation
• Variables encountered with bayed enclosure suites
• Elevation above sea level
• Includes Rittal's newest products such as Thermoelectric Cooler

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New Products from Schneider Electric

Virtu 30 Analog Ultrasonic Sensor

Save installation time and money with the Virtu™ Analog Ultrasonic Sensor. Ideal for use in food, beverage and pharmaceutical applications, this sensor is offered at an economical price point and features a 30mm body style that can be installed in place of existing sensors. 

The ultrasonic sensing solution offers increased sensing distance of 4” to 39” with the option of being 0-10VDC or 4-20Ma for direct, inverse or auto-sloping functionality. The Virtu™ Analog Ultrasonic sensor allows for easy window setup, prevents tampering of the sensor while in operation, has a 30 mm cylindrical body style fits into existing mounting bracket, includes M12 connector that makes cable selection and installation easy, has durable body construction that allows the sensor to be used in harsh environments, and has a removable push button accessory.

The Virtu 30 Analog sensor features:

• Sensing distance of 102 mm (4”) to 1 m (39”) 
• Available in 0-10 VDC or 4-20 mA 
• 360° LED visibility status indicators 
• Temperature ratings 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) 
• IP67, NEMA 4X (indoor) 
• UL, CSA Certified and CE marked 

Modicon M340 Expands Functionality

The Modicon® M340™ programmable automation controller (PAC) now offers expanded functionality! More powerful than any other PLC in its class, its modular design and networking abilities make it ideal for simple and complex applications. 

Supported by Unity-Pro V4.0, this robust midrange PAC will address more applications and provide more flexible, open solutions when remote I/O. It also facilitates connection to third party CANopen devices. 

Easy to operate and more user friendly, the expanded functionality of the Modicon M340 midrange PAC features:

• ”Level 2 Performance” CPU with a Modbus serial port 
• 128 MB SD-memory card for data storage 
• Expansion rack to provide more flexible open solutions when remote I/O is required 
• Unity Pro V4.0 for programming and operation 
• Integration with motion applications 
• Improved legacy hardware migration 
• Flexible application configuration with expansion racks. 

Modicon Unity Pro V4.0 PLC Programming Software

The Modicon Unity Pro V4.0 “All-in-one” easy to use software offers you ingenuity, flexibility and openness for increased productivity of machines, industrial processes and infrastructures.

With Unity Pro V4.0 users can easy and quickly select features needed for applications, support application development and simplify legacy application migration to new Modicon automation hardware. 

Easy to operate with a user friendly interface Unity Pro V4.0 supports all IEC 61131-3 languages, has an expanded catalog of I/O modules, e-mail (SMTP) on Ethernet embedded port of the CPU and supports multiple versions of Unity Pro software.

Unity Pro V4.0 features: 

• Programs Modicon Quantum™, Premium™ and M340™ PLCs. 
• Simplified legacy application migration to new Modicon automation hardware and Unity Pro software
• Offers extensions for architectures & services 

1. Configuration, communication, application functions 
2. 3rd party devices on CANopen
3. Supports the new M340 Rack Expander
4. Addition of Pulse Train Output (PTO) motion module to control a stepper or servo motor

• Application-specific services for Premium & Quantum 
  

1. Flying shear, Simulation on Premium 
2. Simplified architecture for HSBY Quantum 
3. EtherNet/IP support 

• Services for installed base application management 
  

1. Automatic update for un-located data 
2. More flexibility to convert legacy projects to Unity Pro

• Collaborative solution 
  

1. Openness on all Unity Pro models 
2. Vista Business Edition support 

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Telemecanique ConneXview Industrial Ethernet Diagnostic Software

Highly intelligent, yet simple to use, Telemecanique’s ConneXview automatically provides a real-time traffic map of your industrial Ethernet network and all connected devices, giving you the ability to instantly visualize the health of your operation.

Each segment and device on the network is color-coded. You can see your entire network on a single screen, or zoom in to particular areas for a more detailed view. Related device and network information is provided in task panels and via links for even more in-depth troubleshooting information.

More than just a simple tool to visualize your network, ConneXview allows users to perform a wide variety of intelligent functions to keep your network traffic moving at peak efficiency, and your entire factory moving at optimum productivity.

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