Rockwell Automation’s PanelView Plus7 is available in 12” and 15” sizes

Rockwell Automation's PanelView Plus7 Standard Operator Interface 4-15” Variants are now fully released.

The Allen-Bradley PanelView™ Plus operator interface from Rockwell Automation has been providing both a hardware and software platform for factory automation for years. It has continued to be an integral part of the Integrated Architecture® system – providing operators at the machine level a view into the control system.

The PanelView Plus 7 Standard was developed as a continuation of the PanelView Plus family to continue to provide years of quality operator interfaces for industry.

So what is the new Rockwell Automation PanelviewPlus7 Standard Operator Interface product?

• 4.3”W, 5.7”, 6.5”, 9”W, 10.4”, 12”W, 15” (Wide aspect screens)
• Low profile composite bezel
• Resistive touch screen
• Single port Ethernet
• ARM processor
• 512 MB Flash Memory / 512 MB RAM
• Windows CE 6.0 standard features
• DC powered
• Removable Battery
• Targeted for simpler / smaller applications
• ATEX Certification, Class 1 Div. 2

In combination with FactoryTalk® View Machine Edition, this release continues the unmatched integration with Logix and complete scalability. This offering helps strengthen our Integrated Architecture offering for machine builders along with the CompactLogix™ L1, L2 and L3 controllers.

The new operator terminals are ideal for applications that require monitoring, controlling and displaying information in dynamic ways, where operators must quickly understand machine status and make better decisions.

The PanelView Plus 7 terminals are available in a variety of display sizes, including widescreen, enabling you to select exactly what is required for your application.

For more information please click here and for pricing information and to buy online please click here.

Hazardous Area and Industrial Surge protection from Eaton MTL

Eaton's MTL SD range is a series of surge protection devices combining unparalleled packing densities, application versatility, proven reliable hybrid circuitry, simple installation and optional ‘loop disconnect’ facilities – features which make the range the ultimate surge protection solution for process equipment, I/O systems and communications networks. 

The exceptionally high packing densities are the consequence of an ultra slim ‘footprint’ for individual modules which can thus ‘double-up’ as feedback terminals. Each module provides full hybrid surge protection for 2 and 3 wire loop protection.

MTL SDX

Available in 7V, 16V, 32V and 55V versions are suitable for a wide range of applications

MTL SD

Provides both fused protection against fault currents and a convenient method of isolation field circuitry from protected circuitry without needing additional disconnect terminals

A third connection is provided on the field and safe side of the protector in order to terminate screens safely to earth

MTL SDR

Specially designed to meet the requirements for high speed data links with an extremely high bandwidth

These devices are classed as simple apparatus and can therefore be used in hazardous areas with affecting the certification of the circuit

SD32T3, SDRTD, SR3

This range of SD surge protectors offer excellent levels of protection over all three wires in conjunction with minimal footprint requirements. This is the most compact 3-wire surge protector on the market.

MTL surge protection products are available to buy from Routeco’s website here. For more information, contact your local Routeco office on 0370 607 1000 or email info@routeco.com

INVITATION: Thursday 24 March, 5PM CET - VantagePoint Webinar

Have you ever found yourself wondering if there was an easy way to look at trends and data? Do you use Rockwell Automation’s FactoryTalk^® VantagePoint^® but have questions on the best way to create the day to day reports that you need?

Join Rockwell Automation on Thursday 24 March at 5:00PM Central European Time to listen to Andrea Ransom, technical support engineer, discuss how to create parameterised reports by leveraging FactoryTalk VantagePoint.

This webinar will go through best practices of creating reports. Andrea will also demonstrate the steps required to create these reports in FactoryTalk VantagePoint.

Following the presentation, Andrea will answer your questions.

We hope that you can attend the live broadcast. If you have a conflict, however, simply let Rockwell Automation know and they will send you a link so you can download and view the presentation at your convenience. Rockwell Automation will send a link to the recording to all those who attend the live broadcast as well.

Please click here to RSVP to Rockwell Automation. 

Powerful, scalable visualisation solutions with FactoryTalk® View Site Edition

To meet plant floor expectations, HMI software must meet the demands of multiple stakeholders.

• Engineering and Maintenance demands to quickly develop applications, scale architectures, and easily maintain systems once deployed.
• Operations demands easy to understand display screens, quick access to alarming, and system-wide diagnostics.
• Production Information Technology (IT) demands system-wide security, web capabilities, highly available systems and alignment with virtualised solutions.

Rockwell Automation’s FactoryTalk View Site Edition (SE) meets the demands of each of these groups, providing robust and reliable functionality in a single software package that scales from a stand-alone HMI system to a distributed visualisation solution. With FactoryTalk View SE, HMI challenges in process, batch and discrete applications are managed in a single software solution that enables critical visibility in real-time when and where you need it.

Features and Benefits

Premier integration with Logix controllers

• No need to create and maintain a separate HMI tag database – define tags once in the Logix controller, then access them throughout your system
• Referencing Logix controller tags directly from HMI displays provides optimized communications and display of data
• Subscribe to Logix controller-based alarms to display, annunciate, and manage them in the HMI

Productivity

• Rich, reusable graphics and animation capabilities with Symbol Factory graphic library, global objects, and RSLogix 5000 process faceplates
• Application edits can be automatically rolled out to a running system

Alarm configuration and management

• View and interact with alarm conditions throughout the architecture with easy-to-use graphical alarm objects
• Alarm groups provide the ability to control how related alarms are viewed, filtered and annunciated
• Align with ISA 18.2 alarm management standards with built-in alarm features

Mobility

• Mobile HMI provides continuous system visibility anytime, anywhere
• Extend your applications to your favourite iOS or Android mobile device for improved real-time decision making
• Publish HMI screens as-is, or create mobile device-specific screens for better visibility on a smaller screen

Rockwell Automation’s FactoryTalk Software is available to purchase  from the Routeco website click here. If you require any further information you can email info@routeco.com or call us on 0370 607 1000. 

Faster installation of your rack mounted switches

Panduit’s pre-configured Industrial Distribution Frame (IDF) delivers 25% faster installation. It’s been specifically engineered to deploy and protect rack mount Ethernet switches in industrial applications.

Extra-depth allows room for cable management, power management, and switch stack cables and accommodates up to five switches. The innovative design provides consistent equipment deployment with faster installation and can significantly lower the risk of downtime due to switch overheating.

Features include:

• Built-in features such as cable management, power infrastructure and grounding deliver 25% faster installation
• Standardised pre-configured equipment and accessory layout assures consistency
• Optimised design provides 3X the cooling capacity over typical deployments for increased reliability
• Key-locking handle limits access to authorised personnel to ensure a secure network
• Double hinges allow front and rear access to network switches for quick and easy maintenance

For more information, contact your local Routeco branch  on 0370 607 1000 or email info@routeco.com

Integrated Machinery Safety webinar series - register now!

Learn how to build and use safer and more productive machines with Integrated Safety Solutions.

In this webinar series, Rockwell Automation will present an overview of the latest safety and automation technologies, application techniques and tools to help you further your knowledge when designing, implementing, maintaining and using machines with integrated safety.

The series of webinars will explore aspects of the design cycle, including:

• Overview of safety products and technologies
• Selecting the right Safety Functions
• Wiring and system configuration
• Tools to help integrate safety including:
• Safety Automation Builder
• SISTEMA and product libraries
• Integrating safety using Studio 5000 engineering environment

After each seminar, you will have the opportunity to access the safety functions, technologies and tools presented, to help you with your machinery safety challenges.

To find out more and to register, please click here. 

ProSoft Technology's Profibus modules for CompactLogix

ProSoft Technology's ILX69 modules for CompactLogix are a cost-effective PROFIBUS solution.

ProfSoft's PROFIBUS DPV1 Master and Slave modules promise the convenience and functionality of an in-chassis PROFIBUS interface at the cost of a gateway.

With these modules, CompactLogix™ processors can easily communicate with slave devices supporting PROFIBUS DPV0 and DPV1 protocol. The module acts as an input/output module between the PROFIBUS network and the processor supporting complete Master specifications according to IEC 61158.

Master Features:

• AOI: Module integrates with RSLogix 5000 using a sample Add-On Instruction (AOI), reducing configuration time
• Autoscan: The Autoscan feature reduces configuration and start up times by scanning the PROFIBUS network and uploading slave device addresses and configuration information. (Reads and maps nodes automatically to the module.)
• ComDTM: Allows remote Ethernet connectivity for Asset Management Software to significantly lower your maintenance costs. You can configure, commission, maintain and diagnose your fieldbus devices throughout their entire lifecycle with this comprehensive, fully integrated engineering and maintenance environment
• SD card slot (SD card optional) is used for storing configuration files in the event of a disaster

Slave Features:

• Ethernet port allows remote configuration and maintenance
• Supports both I/O control and messaging
• Explicit ladder logic CIP message blocks provide slave status diagnostic data and acyclic messaging
• Module appears to the CompactLogix controller as a standard I/O module allowing it to be configured via RSLogix™ 5000
• Equipped with a diagnostic interface and rotary switches for setting of the bus address

For more information please contact us at info@routeco.com or visit our website at www.routeco.com

Introducing the SafeSide Easy Install Pass-Thru

In a continued effort to keep people safe and their assets secure, Grace Engineered Products are launching the Easy Install Pass-Thru device (R-3K).

The R-3K is a Permanent Electrical Safety Device that complements the existing line of SafeSide R-3W series voltage indicators used in the mechanical and electrical Lockout/Tagout process. 

Grace are always looking for innovative ways to keep voltage away from people and the R-3K not only keeps people safe, it also makes workers lives simple with easy installation; meaning decreased downtime and increased productivity. 

The R-3K is easy to install on any electrical cabinet door or on a cabinet flange with a 30mm standard knock-out next to a voltage indicator. There is no need for any additional wiring other than just passing three phase leads through the R-3K. 

To find out more about the R-3K please get in touch with your local Routeco branch. You can do this by emailing info@routeco.com or phoning 0370 607 100

EPLAN's Pro 8 Package will enhance your efficiency

EPLAN Electric P8 will enhance your efficiency in designing, documenting and managing the automation projects for your machinery and plant.

The EPLAN Platform integrates all relevant disciplines in the development and design process. Interdisciplinary working becomes reality thanks to the many different functions and the direct connection to fluid power, electrical instrumentation, control engineering and control cabinet engineering.

EPLAN offers many advantages over traditional CAD packages. The main benefits include:

> The ability to automatically connect, mend or break lines

> Instantaneous device tagging and wire numbering

> Provision of point to point wire lists

> Automatic creation of reports and BOMs

For more information please click here.

To speak to a member of Routeco staff about EPLAN’s software portfolio you can email info@routeco.com or call us on 0370 607 1000.

New IntraVUE Ethernet network monitoring software from Panduit

If you’re not a network expert, Panduit's IntraVUE Software will help give you the ability to respond to network issues as if you were!

IntraVUE simplifies the support of Industrial Ethernet. With IntraVUE you can easily identify issues that arise when Ethernet devices are deployed in distributed and hostile environments including:

•  Duplicate IP and MAC addresses
•  Device or cable moves
• Connection or application faults
• Unauthorised connections
•  Real-time Diagnostic Reports

If the problem cannot be solved locally, now you can push a button and send all the necessary files to experts who can help. IntraVUE's continuously recording of network information will mean many intermittent problems will be captured for analysis. 

Whether this is an internal corporate group or external support organisation, the data capture will provide enough information to reduce or eliminate the need for a costly on-site support call. 

Vendor Neutral & Industrial Ethernet Focused

The key advantage of IntraVUE software and Panduit support is that they are vendor neutral and focused on Industrial Ethernet. They understand the subtle differences as well as how to train local resources to be self-sufficient.

What may be a first time occurrence at your location, may be an infrequent but common problem found in other applications.

IntraVUE is being used in over 2,500 networks worldwide from small bakeries to large automotive facilities. This solution is cost effective for networks with as few as 30 devices.

IntraVUE by Panduit software is available to purchase on the Routeco website by clicking here. Please email us at info@routeco.com if you would like more information or call us on 0370 607 1000.

Routeco's Franchise Partners

Since 1978 Routeco have specialised in providing our customers with the very best industrial control and automation products.

A broad spectrum of industries depend upon us for our unique commitment in providing a comprehensive quality service: from pharmaceutical and food processing to material handling and petro chemicals; from mining and metals, to utilities and textiles; from automotive and construction, to machine tool and printing.

Routeco’s product portfolio includes some of the leading brands in manufacturing which have influenced the control and automation industries for many years.

To see our latest Franchise sheet which showcases some of the brands that we partner with, please click here.

We have 13 UK local branch locations, as well as branches in the Netherlands and Austria, to find out where your nearest branch is please give us a call on 0370 607 1000,email us at info@routeco.com or visit our website at www.routeco.com

Prevent Downtime, Ensure Business Continuity and Maintain Data Integrity

Continuous availability – now a global requirement – touches every part of our lives. And the need for continuously available applications has become more pervasive across all market sectors – from building automation, to industrial automation and public safety across communities worldwide.

As organisations struggle to increase revenue, reduce costs, comply with regulations, and plan for business continuity, the demand for reliable, continuous availability of business critical applications, becomes even more important.

Stratus’ everRun is continuous availability virtualisation software that prevents downtime, ensures business continuity and maintains data integrity by keeping applications up and running– easily and affordably.

This all-in-one availability solution:

• Prevents downtime and protects your data in all your locations

• Enables you to achieve your business continuity plans and meet your SLAs at a lower cost and with better performance than other availability solutions

• Provides a virtualisation platform enabling you to run more applications with less hardware and protect them from downtime to further optimise efficiencies, simplify deployment and maximise investments

• Monitors applications and every component of your system, alerting you if a problem should arise, so you can take immediate action to head it off

• Provides two levels of availability –fault-tolerant and high availability

• The solution is ideal for business-critical applications in any industry, in any size organisation, at the network’s edge or in the data centre.

Unlike other solutions, Stratus’ everRun prevents downtime, rather than recovering from it. And that difference has a big impact on your revenue, costs, customer satisfaction and efficiency rates.

everRun is quick and easy to use with click and go installation and centralised management tools requiring no special skills, saving you in IT overhead.

This availability solution can run both your single and multi-threaded Windows and Linux applications with fault-tolerant availability or high availability, with no changes to your applications.

Stratus Technology software and server solutions are available to buy from Routeco. To get in touch with your local branch or if you require further information, please email info@routeco.com or call us on 0370 607 1000.