IO-Link integration for EtherCAT Terminal system
The EL6224 IO-Link terminal was added in order to make the system compatible with the new standard for the lower field level. ...
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The EL6692 EtherCAT bridge terminal achieves distributed clock calibration between EtherCAT masters
EtherCAT bridge terminals enable data exchange and distributed clock
synchronization between several EtherCAT masters directly in
the I/O system. ...
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Intel® Atom™ platform opens up new opportunities for the PC/104 form factor
The platform consists of the Atom™ processor produced by Intel® in 45 nm technology and the Intel® system controller hub with integrated graphics. ...
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TwinCAT OPC UA: Platform-independent and secure data exchange
The new “Unified Architecture” specification creates the basis for a platform-independent communication and information technology. ...
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Wireless data transmission with Beckhoff Bus Terminals
The KM6551 wireless terminal enables data transmission via radio, based on the IEEE 802.15.4 standard. ...
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TwinCAT Building Automation Framework: Configuring instead of programming
The Building Automation Framework incorporates the Building Automation Manager and the application program. ...
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Beckhoff Building Automation: Comprehensive software library for Heating/Ventilation/Air-Conditioning
The HVAC library for TwinCAT automation software contains numerous function blocks for the areas of heating, air-conditioning and ventilation. ...
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Beckhoff KL2791 Bus Terminal saves energy
Speed control of single-phase AC motors directly in the I/O system: The KL2791 Bus Terminal enables the direct connection of pumps and fans. ...
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TwinCAT supports wind power industry standards
The IEC 61400-25 standard defines communication for monitoring and controlling wind turbines. Its integration in TwinCAT will simplify the control of heterogeneous wind farms considerably. ...
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Talon Manufacturing, USA: Optimized machine performance leads to increased profit
Talon Manufacturing is a leading supplier of packaging systems for microwave popcorn and exports its machines worldwide. ...
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New Beckhoff branch office in Turkey
The opening of a subsidiary in Istanbul in March 2008 signifies a continuation of Beckhoff's export offensive. ...
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DeWind, Germany: New design for the emerging U.S. wind energy market
The German wind turbine manufacturer DeWind is in the news again with a radically new design. The new DeWind D8.2 is primarily intended for the U.S. market. ...
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Multibrid, Germany: PC Control for an offshore wind farm
Multibrid revised the control scheme in close cooperation with Beckhoff and based it on an integrated platform for the mass production of these turbines. ...
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Guandong Mingyang Wind Power Technology, China: Mingyang relies on Beckhoff wind industry expertise
The Mingyang Group, originally based in southern China, started with a 1.5 megawatt system using control technology and industry expertise from Beckhoff. ...
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Kleo Halbleitertechnik, Germany: Beckhoff technology controls blue laser light
The lithography system uses shortwave, blue laser light to create tiny structures on masks for producing flat screens. ...
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Beckhoff opens subsidiary in Slovenia
Beckhoff commenced sales business in Slovenia in the middle of May 2008 with the opening of Beckhoff Avtomatizacija d.o.o. in Medvode in the northwest of Ljubljana. ...
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RUAG Aerospace, Switzerland: Engine testing in a helicopter hangar
RUAG Aerospace, based in Stans, Switzerland, is a pan-European operative aerospace company that, among other things, takes care of the maintenance, repair and overhaul of helicopter engines for the Swiss Air Force. ...
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CitizenM Hotels, Netherlands: Modular control technology for a modular hotel
The new Dutch hotel chain CitizenM is arousing interest with its high-tech room fittings that offer guests every possible
electronic comfort. ...
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IFA – Ingenieurgesellschaft für Automation, Germany: Cost-effective solution for niche application using standard components
Ingenieurgesellschaft für Automation (IFA) mbH, based in Heddesheim, Germany, has been highly active in the area of waterway monitoring for many years. ...
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Akasol, Germany: EtherCAT-based test rig for eco-friendly electric car
OSCAR is a sporty, emission-free and safe city car for two people that runs on electricity and can reach speeds of up to 130 km/h (80.7 mph). ...
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