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Ethernet Switches: Optimization of device design and costs
Ethernet Switches: optimization of device design and costs The ES2008/ES2016 devices are being replaced by the technically optimized CU2008 and CU2016 Ethernet Switches. The new switches have the same size as before, with identically arranged RJ 45 sockets and power connection. In order to improve the readability of the status LEDs, they are located directly at the RJ 45 sockets ...

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TwinCAT supports communication standards for telecontrol
TwinCAT supports communication standards for telecontrol In Europe, communication between telecontrol master stations and substations is generally based on standardized IEC 60870-5 protocols. Standard 101 has been defined for serial communication and standard 104 for IP-based communication. Beckhoff supports these standards with PLC libraries for TwinCAT automation software ... more
New absolute encoder generation for AM3000 Servomotors:
AX5000 supports BiSS interface
AX5000 With the AX Servo Drives, AM Servomotors and AL Linear Servomotors, Beckhoff Automation offers a fully-matched drive system for highly dynamic positioning tasks ...

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OPC UA: New communication and information platform covering all levels
from production to ERP
OPC-DevCon OPC is an established and recognized standard for data exchange in manufacturing and process automation. A total of 400 companies and organizations have come together in the OPC Foundation with the aim of maintaining this standard and developing it further ...

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“Economy” Panel PC CP62xx for control cabinet installation
„Economy“-Panel-PC CP62xx für den Schaltschrank-Einbau The Panel PCs from Beckhoff follow the trend towards ever smaller and more powerful PC controllers.With the new CP62xx Panel PC series for control cabinet installation, Beckhoff offers compact, high-performance PC technology with processors up to Pentium® M 1.8 GHz. With a depth of only 6 cm and IP 65 displays, the CP62xx opens up new opportunities for machine construction applications ...

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