New USB functionality for Magelis GTO HMIs from Schneider Electric UK

    Schneider Electric UK has announced several innovations to the Magelis GTO graphic touch-screen  HMI range.  A series of USB connected devices, including a biometric switch have been added to enhance integration into the HMI’s operating environment, and improve both design-time and operation.   Integrate external USB devices within the HMI application The USB […]

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New MELSEC FX5 series from Mitsubishi Electric to replace FX3

    The new MELSEC FX5  series is the next generation of the successful compact PLC that Mitsubishi Electric will be launching on the market at SPS 2013. Fully compatible with the existing MELSEC FX3 range, the FX5  offers significant performance advantages over its predecessor.   The processor is three times faster than its predecessor […]

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New FR-A770 range of 690V AC inverter drives from Mitsubishi UK

  Mitsubishi Electric UK has announced a new range of 690V ac inverter drives called the FR-A770 Series.  Based on the existing FR-A740-EC models, they have been developed for use in harsh industrial applications and environments.   The new FR-A770 series product range comprises two models with motor rated capacities of 355kW and 560kW. It […]

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ABB ACS800-31 low harmonic drives up to 110kW

    Available from ABB UK, the ACS800-31 is series of AC inverter drives offering a low-harmonic solution that is incorporated in the drive.  The IP 21, wall-mounted drives are available from 5.5 to 110 kW.   These drives  use harmonics mitigation technology that does not require external filters or multi-pulse transformer. The low harmonic […]

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Schneider Ethernet automation reduces airport baggage delays

  Netherlands Company Vanderlande Industries selected a Schneider Electric Ethernet based automation system to reduce airport baggage delays.  The Ethernet network used Quantum PLC to control Altivar 312 drives, and Magelis XBTGT touch screen HMIs to control, monitor, and deliver baggage around the terminal.   Vanderlande has been designing, building innovative baggage handling systems for […]

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