IANA Industrial Automation North America

Ethernet/IP-Enabled Diagnostics
The 802.11n Ethernet/IP-enabled Industrial Hotspot family features embedded diagnostics for real-time monitoring of wireless network health, reducing troubleshooting time. The Ethernet/IP-enabled object is directly accessible from a ControlLogix PLC, CompactLogix, using an included Add-On Instruction (AOI). The AOI automatically generates controller tags containing the diagnostic data, which may be monitored by the main routine, providing the program with information such as the health of the wireless network, wireless connections, and network availability. Benefits include high integration into the ControlLogix, CompactLogix architecture, and quick detection of deteriorating communications.

IMTS Booth E-4150
ProSoft Technology
Bakersfield, CA
www.prosofttechnology.com

Motor Starter Control Cabinet
The ASi communications interface is housed inside the module mounting. The compact A-TEC unit needs fewer cables than standard control cabinets. These cables cannot be pre-assembled for use in conventional systems and it takes time to lay them out correctly. The A-TEC motor starter can integrate, easily, into all existing wiring schemes and machine layouts due to its clear input, output, and software interfaces. The module mounting has a hook on the rear so that it can attach directly to the existing mounting rail. The motor starters are available in two models. Design of the smallest module is for motors up to 3.0kW, while the larger model is suitable for motors up to 5.5kW. The input interface platform is also available as a purely I/O module.

IMTS Booth E-4020
LQ Mechatronik-Systeme GmbH
Beisigheim, Germany
www.lq-group.com

Web-Based Product Solutions Module
Based on OEMs’ product specifications, parameters, and type designations, the Configurator module for the company’s platform of web-based solutions for industrial manufacturers generates detailed product descriptions and identifies product revisions, replacements, and bill of material relationships, all of which help service subscribers navigate, easily, through complex product listings. This tool gives access to accurate and versatile information.

IMTS Booth E-4145
IcarTeam Inc.
Wheeling, IL
www.icarteam.com

Small-Part Handling
Robots For Range Of Tasks
Design of the Motoman 6-axis MH5S and MH5LS robots are for small-part handling applications such as assembly, machine tending and packaging, as well as dispensing and other tasks. Internally-routed cables and hoses reduce interference and facilitate programming. The MH5S model features a 706mm reach. When a larger work envelope is required, the MH5LS model provides an 895mm (35.2") reach. These robots feature a 5kg payload, adjusting their performance based on the load they are carrying, allowing use of them for payloads as low as 1kg.

IMTS Booth E-4140, N-6600
Yaskawa America Inc., Motoman Robotics Div.
Miamisburg, OH
www.motoman.com

CNC End Machining Center
The EM80 is an integrated CNC end machining center ideal for tube processing. The machine operates in several stages or stations. The first cuts the tube or bar to length, the second for turning operations such as roughing and finishing, and the third stage for boring, tapping, or measuring with part washing between.

The unit comes with a bundle loader to handle up to 4,000kg, loading is available any time during the operation. A conveyor brings the parts toward a two-position chute to allow the parts to drop into the appropriate bin.

The EM80 handles tube diameters from 10mm to 80mm with wall thickness from 0.8mm to 12mm and solid bar from 10mm to 60mm. Bar stock lengths from 2,500mm to 120,000mm. The blade cutting speed travels between 20mpm and 450mpm

IMTS Booth E-4642
BLM Group USA Corp.
Wixom, MI
www.blmgroup.com

Actuator Line
For OEM Machinery
Actuatorline actuators are available in belt- and screw-driven models for a variety of OEM machinery applications including: robotic handling systems, conveyor systems and packaging machines, semiconductor equipment, X-Y-Z Cartesian robots, lab automation and life sciences platforms, machine tools and machine tool accessories, part transfer and assembly lines, and automated retail vending and kiosks.

IMTS Booth E-4351
Rollon Corp.
Hackettstown, NJ
www.rolloncorp.com

Long-Range Communication, Link Multiple Networks Together
CANBlue II is for long-range wireless communication gateways between CAN networks or as a PC interface. It enables wireless access to CAN networks from machine-embedded automation platforms, desktop PCs, laptops, tablets, smart phones, or other specialized handheld service devices. Automation data and parameters can be read or configured wirelessly without directly intervening into the existing CAN network, making it a suitable diagnostic or service tool. Bluetooth communication is via ASCII commands and CAN-optimized binary messages that provide access to automation devices via non-Windows systems or embedded platforms. In addition, CANblue II allows users to link multiple can networks together.

IMTS Booth E-4580
IXXAT Inc.
Bedford, NH
www.ixxat.com

Smooth Motion
With Output Filter
For Position Control
Filtering of inputs and outputs is commonly used to smooth motion. By using an output filter for position control, motion is easier to control with a low resolution feedback, extreme load variations, poor hydraulic design, or valve quality lead to a machine-specific problem. The motion controllers also provide an output filter for pressure/force control, including dual-loop axes that control position and pressure with the same actuator. Without the output filter, designers closing position or force control loops may shy away from using differential gain because it can cause the control output to oscillate, leading to poor performance. When the output filter is used, noise is removed in the differential gain allowing the gain to be significantly increased.

IMTS Booth E-4403
Delta Computer Systems Inc.
Battle Ground, WA
www.deltamotion.com