Showing posts with label Wireless. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Wireless. Show all posts

Sunday, February 20, 2022

Phoenix Contact Cloud Client VPN Gateways

Phoenix Contact’s new Cloud Client devices are industrial virtual private network (VPN) gateways designed to provide remote connectivity easily, affordably, and securely to devices and machines through the award-winning mGuard Secure Cloud.

FEATURES
  • The Cloud Client is optimized for quick startup in the field, leveraging the mGuard Secure Cloud to provide users with remote access to their devices without the need for advanced networking knowledge.
  • Approved for use on 4G LTE Verizon and AT&T cellular networks.
  • Enables 24/7 access and control of remote machines.
  • Ideal for industries such as machine building and manufacturing to provide technicians with access to remote equipment for troubleshooting and program updates.

Thursday, October 21, 2021

Banner Engineering Sure Cross H10 MultiHop Data Radio

Banner Engineering has updated its Sure Cross H10 MultiHop Data Radio to now include a vented enclosure.

FEATURES
  • Eliminates condensation buildup in environments with transitions between hot and cold temperatures.
  • Ideal for vibration and temperature monitoring for predictive maintenance on motor health, ultrasonic distance measurement for tank-level monitoring, and temperature and humidity monitoring for energy management.
  • Includes two pigtail connectors at the bottom for power and sensor input, with opposite genders to eliminate potential mix ups.
  • Extends the range of Modbus or other serial communication networks, while also eliminating the need for wiring runs.

Monday, September 20, 2021

Banner Engineering R70 Serial Data Radio

Banner Engineering’s new R70 Serial Data Radio extends the range of serial networks and supports RS485 communications.

FEATURES  
  • Designed with a 70mm housing with twist-off cover, DIP switch settings for fast configuration, and a connectorized base for quick deployment.
  • The radio’s small size enables flexible mounting options using 30mm mounting brackets, making it an affordable solution for high-density repeater networks.
  • To simplify ordering, the R70 can be set up as a master, repeater, or slave.
  • 900MHz and 2.4GHz options available.

Phoenix Contact FL WLAN 1011/2011 Compact Radios

Phoenix Contact introduces new FL WLAN 1011/2011 compact radios that can mount to a panel or on a DIN rail for maximum space savings.

FEATURES
  • Supports access point or client modes.
  • Configurable via web manager, command line, or REST APIs.
  • 1:1 NAT, IP masquerading and port-forwarding capabilities as a client.
  • Client compatibility with all third-party access points.
  • FL WLAN 2011 offers MESH functionality that enables the creation of a private secure wireless network when existing infrastructure is not available.

Thursday, August 19, 2021

Banner Engineering Q45VAC All-in-One C-Cell Vibration Sensor

Banner Engineering’s Wireless Q45VAC All-in-One C-Cell Vibration and Temperature Sensor extends battery life to three years.

FEATURES
  • This industrial, battery-powered device analyzes vibration and temperature data to identify and predict failures in rotating machinery.
  • Ideal for such equipment as motors, pumps, rotary compressors, exhaust or HVAC fan motors, and spindles.
  • This unit combines sensors with a wireless node and battery power supply in a single, compact device.
  • The All-in-One composition eliminates the cost of ordering and installing separate components.

Banner Engineering Q45VTPD D-Cell Vibration & Temperature Node

Banner Engineering launches the Q45VTPD, a D-cell powered version of its Q45VTP wireless vibration and temperature node.

FEATURES
  • Wirelessly communicates with any Sure Cross Performance Gateway and mounts on a variety of machines to analyze vibration data and identify and predict failures in rotating machinery.
  • Uses DIP switches to allow multiple configuration options for the vibration characteristics being monitored by Banner’s QM30VT1 vibration and temperature sensor.
  • The D-cell extends battery life to four years.
  • Available with (Q45VTPD) and without (Q45VTPD NB) D-cell battery.

Banner Engineering Q45 All-in-One D-Cell Photoelectric Sensor Nodes

Banner Engineering extends its Q45 line of all-in-one photoelectric sensor nodes with a new D-cell battery version.

FEATURES
  • Provides four years of maintenance-free service, double the battery life of existing versions with smaller batteries.
  • The Q45 sensors are self-contained units for coordinating multiple machines in part-counting, as well as OEE applications.
  • Each model combines a sensor, wireless node, and an internal battery in a single device making it easier to handle challenging factory applications or to add sensing to existing industrial systems.
  • Enables facilities to add a scalable wireless-sensor network without adding cables, cord sets, or external power.
  • Available in two sensing modes: Diffuse and Retroreflective.

Monday, June 7, 2021

Phoenix Contact FL TIMESERVER NTP

The FL TIMESERVER NTP from Phoenix Contact receives the time from the global navigation satellite system and provides it to the network. This allows devices to be synchronized precisely, even in mobile applications with different stations.

FEATURES

  • High availability thanks to a range of different satellite systems.
  • Robust IP68 housing with integrated antenna for easy installation outside the control cabinet.
  • Automatic switching between GPS, Galileo, and GLONASS.
  • Precise position determination via web-based management, SNMP, NMEA, or JSON streaming.
  • Extended temperature range, -40° to +70°C.
  • Fast, inexpensive connection with just one Power over Ethernet cable.
  • Alternative external power supply 10 to 30VDC.
  • Diagnostics LEDs for power supply and satellite reception.
Phoenix Contact FL TIMESERVER NTP
Phoenix Contact Technical Datasheets


Tuesday, April 20, 2021

Banner Engineering Q45CT & Q45DT Current and Temperature Sensors

Banner Engineering introduces two additional Wireless Q45 models, broadening the family of sensors compatible with Banner’s wireless network. A current transformer and a dual temperature probe expand the Q45 family and monitor a new class of applications. Each Q45 sensor includes Banner’s reliable, field-proven wireless architecture, eliminating the need to order multiple components.

FEATURES

  • Q45CT Current Transformer Node is an industrial-grade battery-powered device with two transformers for a high or low current input that produces a proportional signal for measuring and monitoring power usage.
  • Q45DT Dual Thermistor Sensor Probe tracks values from separate thermistors and the differential between them.
  • All five sensors in the Q45 series are compatible with Banner’s SmartSolutions Expansion Kit.
  • Banner's predictive maintenance solution allows asset and process managers to expand monitoring systems by adding up to 40 sensors.
  • The kit gathers data from any point in production and helps handle challenges via online dashboard and visualization tools, allowing users to analyze machine performance over time and make better-informed decisions.
Banner Engineering Q45CT & Q45DT Current and Temperature Sensors
Banner Engineering Technical Datasheets

Banner Engineering SmartSolutions Expansion Kits

Banner Engineering's new SmartSolutions Expansion Kits were created to simplify and streamline the deployment of IIOT solutions into your plant. Cost-effective and incredibly easy to deploy, these kits are designed to begin collecting data and providing value on day one. From high-grade sensing hardware and gateways, to trusted network connectivity and intuitive software, the Expansion Kits provide the nexus of technologies needed to scale the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) within an enterprise. Simply choose from a family of wireless sensors and commission a network of nodes with the direct-to-Cloud functionality.

FEATURES

  • Sensors with proven wireless connectivity and seamless communication to Cloud Data Services.
  • Configurable dashboards with default alarms assist in data-driven decisions and solutions. 
  • Out-of-box ready to acquire data in 30 minutes or less.
  • Mix and Match sensor types to customize the system for your application.
Banner Engineering SmartSolutions Expansion Kits
Banner Engineering Technical Datasheets

Monday, April 5, 2021

Banner Engineering Direct Select Wireless Operator Interface

Banner Engineering's Direct Select™ Series is a multifunction operator interface that improves communication between staff, supervisors, assets, and equipment. It features multiple input, indication, and display capabilities and can be used to send and receive information, direct actions, track performance, monitor equipment, and much more.

FEATURES

  • Battery-powered or in-line devices install easily on mobile and stationary assets, machines, or equipment where adding or altering wired infrastructure would be impractical or not cost-effective.
  • Two-way communication between devices over a secure, robust Sure Cross® wireless network.
  • Versatile operator interface can be used as an input or output device in a wide range of applications.
  • Three-digit numeric display (0 – 999) indicates quantity, location, position, or other instructions.
  • Bright, eight-color indicator can be linked to device inputs or remote inputs from within the network.
  • Capacitive touch input requires no physical pressure to actuate and can be activated with a glove.
  • Four tactile buttons enable increment and decrement input as well as other commands.
  • Quick, easy setup using onboard DIP switches.
Banner Engineering Direct Select Wireless Operator Interface
Banner Engineering Technical Datasheets

Banner Engineering K70 Battery-Powered Touch Button

Banner Engineering's Sure Cross® K70 Wireless Battery-Powered Touch Button combines the best of Banner's popular touch button family with its reliable, field-proven, Sure Cross wireless architecture.

This self-contained, fully wireless device consists of a bidirectional radio transmitter with an on-board capacitive touch button and four colored LEDs powered by a single lithium battery. The K70 wireless battery-powered touch button offers superior mounting flexibility as it can be placed almost anywhere, regardless of availability of power. Multicolored LEDs allow for communicating multiple statues with a single device and a capacitive touch button gives users the ability to provide remote feedback/communication.

FEATURES

  • Self-contained battery-powered touch button.
  • Up to four colors in one device: green, red, yellow, and blue, with additional colors available by blending.
  • Available in 900 MHz and 2.4 GHz ISM radio frequencies.
  • Rugged, water-resistant IP65 housing with UV-stabilized material.
  • Bright, uniform indicator segments appear gray when off to eliminate false indication from ambient light.
  • Excellent immunity to false triggering by water spray, detergents, oils, and other foreign materials.
  • Ergonomically designed to eliminate hand, wrist, and arm stresses associated with repeated switch operation; requires no physical force to operate.
Banner Engineering K70 Battery-Powered Touch Button
Banner Engineering Technical Datasheets

Wednesday, March 3, 2021

Banner Engineering DXM1200E Series Wireless Controllers

Banner Engineering's newest model of the DXM1200 series wireless controllers maintain the same programming and logic capabilities of their predecessors while increasing installation flexibility. Now offered with an external antenna, the DXM1200E improves wireless range and gives the ability to extend the antenna to the ideal location for tough to reach wireless devices. Additionally, it features an industrial M12 D-Code ethernet connection and two courtesy Modbus RTU ports for easy connection of sensors located nearby the DXM1200E.

FEATURES

  • Features an industrial M12 D-Code ethernet connection and two courtesy Modbus RTU ports for easy connection of sensors located nearby the DXM1200E.
  • DXM Series industrial wireless controllers are designed to facilitate Ethernet connectivity and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) applications.
  • Converts Modbus RTU to Modbus TCP/IP or Ethernet I/P.
  • Logic controller can be programmed using action rules and text language methods.
  • Micro SD card for data logging.
  • Email and text alerts.
  • Local I/O options: isolated discrete inputs, universal inputs, SPDT (Form C) relay outputs, NMOS outputs, and analog outputs.
  • Powered by 12 to 30VDC, 12VDC solar panel, or battery backup.
  • RS-232, RS-485, and Ethernet communications ports; and a USB configuration port.
  • LCD display for I/O information and user programmable LED’s.
  • Cell modems available for cellular connectivity (sold separately).
Banner Engineering DXM1200E Series Wireless Controllers
Banner Engineering Technical Datasheets



Tuesday, November 17, 2020

Leuze electronic LBK Safety Radar System

The new LBK Safety Radar System from Leuze electronic is the world's first safe 3D radar system developed for the monitoring of hazardous areas in harsh industrial environments.

FEATURES 

  • The sensor uses radar waves to detect movement, even micromovements such as breathing (based on sensitivity setting).
  • Reliable operation under demanding environmental influences such as dirt, dust, smoke and light.
  • Static objects are permitted in the protected area and do not cause the safety outputs to switch off.
  • Up to 6 sensors can be combined in one application.
Leuze electronic LBK Safety Radar System
Leuze electronic Technical Datasheets

Monday, July 20, 2020

Phoenix Contact FL WLAN 4321 Wireless Ethernet Bridge


Extend the range of your Ethernet network in a matter of seconds with Phoenix Contact's FL WLAN 4321 easy wireless bridge kit. The FL WLAN 4321 is a pre-configured, high-speed, point-to-point wireless Ethernet bridge that allows wireless connection to remote locations of up to two miles. Just mount the hardware, apply power with the included POE injectors, and align the units using the built-in alignment LEDs.

FEATURES

  • Phoenix Contact’s FL WLAN 4321 is a preconfigured, point-to-point wireless Ethernet bridge that allows wireless connection to remote locations up to two miles away.
  • Wireless Ethernet communication up to 300 Mbps.
  • Complete set includes all power and mounting hardware.
  • Easy deployment with LEDs that show connection status.
Phoenix Contact FL WLAN 4321 Wireless Ethernet Bridge

Friday, April 17, 2020

Banner Engineering R70 AC MultiHop Repeater Kits


Designed with simplicity in mind and built to perform in industrial environments, Banner Engineering's R70 MultiHop Repeater Kits make it easy and cost-effective to create and deploy a wireless MultiHop network or scale and adapt an existing network to meet changing needs. The kit is built around a preconfigured MultiHop radio with a sleek design and includes all the hardware required for installation, enabling rapid deployment in challenging locations.

KEY BENEFITS

Monitor Equipment Over Long Distances
R70 MultiHop Repeater Kits make it easy to extend the range and reliability of any MultiHop network. Each network consists of a MultiHop radio configured as a master device and one or more MultiHop radios configured as slave devices. The R70 wireless segment acts as a repeater between the master and slave radios, making it easy to extend the range of the network and/or circumvent large obstacles in an application. Data from connected sensors is communicated back to the master radio. Add more sensors by adding more radios to the network, and extend the network to monitor more equipment by adding more R70 MultiHop Repeater Kits.

Easy Installation for Rapid Deployment
R70 Repeater Kits are compact and easy to install. Each kit includes an R70 MultiHop wireless segment, an AC power base with QD, 5-pin cable with ½-20/Micro-style Integral QD, and solid steel bracket. Simply turn and click the repeater into position on the base, secure the assembly to the bracket, and connect the cable to power the kit. The design allows for easy installation in locations where AC power is available, and the 15’ cable provides tremendous flexibility for deploying and powering the kit.

Compatible with MultiHop Wireless Solutions Kit
R70 MultiHop Repeater kits are plug-and-play compatible with other MultiHop devices and MultiHop Wireless Solutions Kits. This interoperability makes it easy to create wireless solutions capable of monitoring equipment and assets distributed over wide areas. With the Solutions Kit, data from each sensing point in the network can be accessed and used to establish performance baselines and thresholds, view graphs to identify trends and issues, and make better decisions.

Grow a MultiHop Network at a Reduced Cost
Reduce the cost and complexity of deploying or expanding a MultiHop wireless network. Each R70 repeater kit includes a preconfigured MultiHop repeater that functions on AC power for easy and accessible installation. This makes the R70 a smaller and less expensive option in comparison to other MultiHop devices that have a broader feature set. The designated functionality of the R70 further reduces costs by eliminating the time and expense of configuring multiple MultiHop data radios —a significant advantage for large-scale deployments.

APPLICATIONS
  • Bearing health 
  • HVAC systems
  • Machine runtime monitoring
  • Environmental monitoring


Banner Engineering Q45 All-in-One Devices and Kits


Banner Engineering Q45 Series all-in-one kits now include Q45PS wireless pressure sensors and Q45THA wireless temperature and humidity sensors. In addition, the Q45VA all-in-one is available in a kit with multiple mounting brackets, simplifying installation for rapid deployment. Each kit combines a sensor and wireless node in one compact assembly. Once deployed, they will collect critical data from sensing points throughout a system or facility and communicate it to a DXM wireless controller over a Sure Cross wireless network.

KEY BENEFITS

One Cost-Effective Device for Rapid Deployment
The Q45THA and Q45PS All-in-one kits combine a sensor, wireless node, and battery power supply in one compact and completely wireless device that costs less than purchasing the sensor and node separately. The all-in-one single-piece design eliminates the time, labor, and expense of installing separate sensors and nodes—a significant advantage for large-scale deployments.

Data-Driven Decision Making
Use Q45 Series all-in-one kits with a DXM Series wireless controller and Connected Data Solutions software to create a complete, end-to-end IIoT solution. The software provides you with tools to analyze and visualize sensor data collected over time. Use this data to make informed decisions about operations, equipment, and assets. This web-based platform can be accessed anywhere at any time using an internet-connected device.

The Versatility to Solve Any Application
All-in-one wireless sensors make it easy to monitor and collect data from a single point or multiple points on critical systems or environments throughout a facility. Users can deploy and redeploy a single all-in-one sensor multiple times or deploy multiple all-in-one sensors in a network.

Bracket Kit Simplifies Installation
The Q45VA Bracket Kit was designed to provide not only the power and capabilities of the Q45VA all-in-one vibration and temperature sensor and wireless node, but also three different mounting options to allow you to easily select the best mode of installation for your application. This kit includes a Q45VA vibration and temperature sensor and wireless node, a magnetic bracket, and a non-magnetic bracket, to give you flexibility in your selection of a permanent, semi-permanent, or portable installation.

APPLICATIONS
  • Pneumatic systems
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Energy and facility management
  • Data centers and server rooms


Wednesday, April 15, 2020

Banner Engineering DXM Industrial Wireless Controllers


Banner Engineering introduces the DXM1000 and 1200 Industrial Wireless Controllers.  The new models of the DXM Series wireless controllers build on the programming and logic capabilities of their predecessors. The DXM1000 features increased processing power of 300Mhz and 16MB memory. The DXM1200 offers that same processing power and memory and is housed in an IP67 rated enclosure for easy installation in challenging environments. These improvements make it possible for users to create more complex solutions and solve more applications.

KEY BENEFITS

Increased Processing Power and Memory 
DXM Series wireless controllers now have three times more processing power and eight times more memory than was previously available. Along with this comes an additional 2000 standard volatile registers, 1000 non-volatile registers and 1500 floating point registers for increased data capacity and flexibility in generating solutions. This improvement also expands the ScriptBasic programming capabilities offered by the DXM Series and enables larger scripts and faster script processing. 

Rugged Housing For Harsh Environments
The robust, IP67 rated housing of the DXM1200 easily installs in most environments without the need for an additional enclosure. With peel-and-stick implementation, bring the improved processing power and memory of the DXM into challenging applications without hassle.

Easy Access to Critical Equipment Data
By integrating a wireless radio, cellular and Ethernet connectivity, and local I/O, DXM Series wireless controllers make it easy to connect devices in local wireless networks with the internet and/or host systems. A DXM can collect data from sensors and other input devices, log the data, communicate status updates to other devices on the network, and send email and text notifications for user-defined events. Collected data can be sent to a Cloud Webserver or PLC for remote monitoring and analysis.

Complete, End-to-End IIoT Solutions
Build on the features and capabilities offered by the DXM by using Banner's Connected Data Solutions cloud software. Powerful tools built into the software make it easy to access and analyze data from each device in the network, establish performance baselines and thresholds, identify trends and issues, and make better decisions about your equipment and assets.

APPLICATIONS
  • Pick-to-light assembly
  • Kitting or order fulfillment
  • Remote monitoring
  • Predictive maintenance


Thursday, March 12, 2020

Banner Engineering H10 MultiHop Wireless Data Radios




Banner Engineering's H10 Series data radios operate in scalable MultiHop wireless networks, ensuring reliable communication over long distances. A single radio enables direct communication from up to six sensors to a MultiHop master radio, reducing the cost and complexity of installation. They are powered by an internal D-cell battery or an external 10-30VDC power source, giving users tremendous flexibility in deployment.

Monitor Equipment over Long Distances
Wireless networks that use H10 Series data radios have an almost limitless capacity for range. Build your network around a DXM wireless controller with a MultiHop master radio and one or more H10 radios configured as slave devices. Monitor multiple sensing points by connecting up to six 1-wire serial sensors to each H10 radio. Add more sensors by adding more H10 radios to the network. Extend the network to monitor more equipment by configuring additional H10 radios or other MultiHop radios as repeaters.

Collect More Data Using Fewer Devices
H10 data radios are compatible with Banner’s 1-wire serial sensors. Each radio supports up to six sensors in any combination connected in a cascade chain. You can monitor machine health and performance, area environmental conditions, and/or asset content levels, mixing or matching the sensors to meet the needs of the application. This makes it easy and cost-effective to gather data from multiple sensing points on one machine or monitor multiple machines using just one radio.

Access Detailed Health and Performance Data
Gain greater insight into the health of your equipment. When used with QM30VT1 vibration and temperature sensors, a DXM wireless controller with a MultiHop master radio will pull data from all available registers from each connected sensor. This provides users with access to advanced performance metrics that can be used to identify subtle changes in machine performance and expose issues caused by misalignment, unbalance, bearing failure, pump cavitation, blade damage, and more. 

Speed Deployment and Simplify Data Analysis
Create a complete predictive maintenance solution using H10 data radios, 1-wire serial sensors, and a MultiHop Wireless Solutions Kits for Vibration and Temperature monitoring. The kits make it easy to setup a wireless network, collect remote data, and create visualization tools, warnings, and alarms. Each kit includes a pre-programmed DXM700 wireless controller, a touchscreen HMI, and 5-port industrial Ethernet switch.


Banner Engineering H10 Multihop Wireless Data Radios

Banner Engineering Technical Datasheets

Thursday, December 5, 2019

Banner Engineering Direct Select Wireless Operator Interface Node


The Direct Select takes Banner Engineering’s wireless pendant offering to a new level. This package combines a multicolor indicator with capacitive touch input and a numerical display with four tactile pushbuttons. Although the Direct Select is perfectly suited for pick-to-light applications, it is capable of much more. Because it is battery powered, you can have a bi-directional operator interface mounted anywhere in your facility without the need for local power. Additionally, this completely wireless device can travel along with operators for mobile cart and forklift applications.

FEATURES
  • Flexible Operator Interface—Useful as an Input or Output device
    • Call for Parts
    • Operator Guidance
    • Pick to Light
    • Put to Light
    • Mobile Equipment
  • Deploy easily—Simplify installation on existing equipment and remote locations where a wired solution is impractical
  • No wiring—Battery powered with no external wiring
  • Two-way—Node can send information back to the controller for short or missing items
  • Multi-color indication—Active control of more than one operator using different colors
  • Capacitive touch input—No mechanical parts, can be activated with a glove
  • Four tactile buttons—Enable increment/decrement as well as other commands