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WAGO Brings Security

WAGO has responded to requirements for automation components with the PFC100 and PFC200 Series Controllers. Both providing simple connections to DHCP, DNS, SNTP, FTP, Telnet, http, and Modbus TCP/UDP networks. These controllers offer direct password protection...

DA10D and DA30DO Protocol Conversion and Data Acquisition Systems

This Red Lion Automation Series brings real-time data to all corners of the workplace. Acting as an integral part of any plant's data collection, visualization, and management system, the DAx0D series assists operation decisions in making lasting impacts. With its...

Get a Compact Solution to Protection Requirements with ABB

ABB's S2 Series of miniature circuit breakers offer a compact solution to protection requirements. The S2 devices are current limiting, DIN rail mounted and offer a good equivalent to fused systems. The S2 is available with application-specific trip characteristics to...

High Performance for Industrial Applications from Red Lion

Red Lion Controls recently expanded their line of Industrial Ethernet Switching Solutions with the N-Tron 716M12 and Sixnet SLX-5EG, SLX-3EG and SLX-3ES switches and media converters. These new Ethernet switches and converters provide high performance in a rugged...

Get Reliable Overload Relay Protection from ABB

ABB's Enclosed IEC and NEMA starters feature a durable, protective finish with industry exclusive electrophoretic dip coat prime and a power coated surface for added protection. A seamless foam-in-place gasket provides a secure seal against contaminates and ensures a...

Integrated Ethernet and Analog with the CP1L-E Micro PLC

  Omron recently introduced the CP1L-E Micro PLC, the newest addition to the CP1 Series lineup. Each CPU features built-in networking, analog inputs, positioning and option expansion within the same compact product footprint.    The CP1L-E CPUs feature an...

Protection Against Overload with the F200 Series

The ABB F200 series residual current devices (RCDs) provide ground fault equipment protection by monitoring the leakage of current to ground. The F200 Series will trip when ground faults are detected in excess of the residual current trip rating of the device. These...

Get Reliable Protection For Your Facilities with ABB

The OVR NE12 is a multistage protector with fast acting varistor (MOV) and EMI/RFI noise attentuation filter to limit overvoltage to values compatible with the sensitive equipment connected to the network. In addition to the OVER NE12, ABB recommends adding OVR DIN...

Increased Safety with the OVR DIN Rail Series

The recent release of the OVR DIN rail surge protection devices, approved by UL 1449 3rd Edition and Type 4 recognized components, usable in Type 2 applications, are constructed with the same high quality as the ABB 2nd Edition devices but with improved safety.   The...