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Moxa launches high-bandwidth Ethernet switch portfolio
October 2024, RJ Connect
Moxa has announced its new MRX Series Layer 3 rackmount Ethernet switches that support 64 ports with up to 16 ports of 10GbE speed to accelerate data aggregation for industrial applications.

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Process control system for the entire plant lifecycle
October 2024, Siemens South Africa, Editor's Choice
The automation of process plants has been characterised by IT silos for a long time. The high level of IT security required was achieved through strict isolation from the outside world. However, this made unlocking the opportunities for digitalisation very difficult. This is a compelling reason to opt for Simatic PCS neo – Siemens’s completely web-based process control system with state-of-the-art IT security concepts.

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System-on-module for industrial IoT applications
September 2024
An established pioneer in embedded device connectivity, NetBurner has announced the launch of its latest solution, the SOMRT1061 System-on-Module (SOM). With impressive performance in a small 25,4 mm size, it is ideal for use as a main system processor, a network sub-processor, or even an encrypted Serial to Ethernet server.

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Case history 194: Boiler level control problem.
September 2024, Michael Brown Control Engineering, Editor's Choice
A boiler level control in a petrochemical refinery was causing problems, as the level was cycling badly and taking a long time to recover from sudden load changes. In addition, there were frequent high-level alarms.

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KROHNE reaches important milestone in Ethernet-APL
September 2024, KROHNE
In December 2023, KROHNE made Ethernet-APL demo devices available to selected customers. This step marks an important milestone in the company’s own Ethernet APL development project for various sensor types. Ethernet-APL technology is a revolution in the process industry.

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Pioneering connectivity for 4IR
September 2024, LAPP Southern Africa
As industries increasingly move towards digitalisation, the need for streamlined, efficient and cost-effective connectivity solutions has never been more crucial. At the heart of this transformation is Single Pair Ethernet, a revolutionary technology that LAPP has embraced and developed to meet the evolving demands of the modern industrial environment.

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When to upgrade your systems and processes
August 2024
In the manufacturing and mining environments, where downtime is not an option, how does one determine the optimal time to upgrade your systems and processes, with the minimum amount of downtime to ensure that you maintain your productivity targets?

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Integrating networks in CNC machinery
August 2024, RJ Connect
A leading global manufacturer of industrial machinery wanted to aggregate multiple applications into its CNC machines. Due to the use of different proprietary networks, integrating the networks and maintaining the components required substantial effort.

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Standardising information in process automation applications
I&C July 2024
The co-owners of the Process Automation Device Information Model have released the PA-DIM Version 1.1 specification. This release, a testament to collective efforts, includes expanded device-type support for process analysers, and an enhanced basic hierarchy structure with new extensions, benefiting the industrial user and vendor manufacturing community.

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Enabling multiple applications on a unified TSN network
I&C July 2024, RJ Connect
A leading global manufacturer of industrial machinery wanted to aggregate multiple applications into its CNC machines. Due to the use of different proprietary networks, integrating the networks and maintaining the components required substantial effort.

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Smart and easy wiring with IO-Link
I&C July 2024, ifm - South Africa
A leading global machine manufacturer in the food and beverage industry has put its automation concept, based on parallel wiring, to the test with the aim of achieving higher efficiency, lower costs, more flexibility, and standardisation. All requirements can be successfully implemented with IO-Link solutions from ifm.

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Flexible EtherCAT communication interface for DALI-2
I&C July 2024, Beckhoff Automation
The EL6821 EtherCAT Terminal from Beckhoff allows up to 64 DALI/DALI-2 slaves and 64 DALI-2 input devices to be connected. The TwinCAT 3 System Manager makes it easy to configure and parameterise DALI devices flexibly.

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Modularity for future scalability
I&C July 2024, RJ Connect
When it comes to managed switches, industrial-grade reliability, multicast availability and security enhancements based on the IEC 62433 standards are crucial features. There are a number of vertical markets where these switches can be used.

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TwinCAT runtime for real-time Linux
May 2024, Beckhoff Automation
With TwinCAT runtime for real-time Linux, Beckhoff is opening up new application possibilities for real-time control. The ability to execute several TwinCAT runtimes on a single industrial PC means users can now combine different system parts on one high-performance computer to streamline programming and diagnostics.

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EtherCAT terminals for the connection of load cells
May 2024, Beckhoff Automation
Beckhoff is offering a compact and cost-effective solution for integrating weighing functions into control systems. The integration of the supply voltage for the load cells is particularly advantageous.

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Affordable building management system product range
April 2024
Schneider Electric has unveiled its EasyLogic Building Management System range, designed for basic building architectures, to the local marketplace. This is a complete and cost-effective range of field controllers and sensors that are both easy to install and scalable.

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EtherCAT-based control technology for building automation
April 2024, Beckhoff Automation
Modern non-residential buildings place many high demands on building automation. This can be optimally implemented with EtherCAT-based control technology from Beckhoff, which provides an efficient central automation architecture thanks to ultra-fast data communication.

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PC-based control for university studies
April 2024, Beckhoff Automation
The IDEA box developed at Heilbronn University of Applied Sciences is designed to introduce students to the topic of Industry 4.0 in a simple and practical way. At the core of the corresponding demo case is PC-based control from Beckhoff.

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A new standard in high-speed Ethernet communication
March 2024
The TXMC897 module from TEWS Technologies supports a range of Ethernet standards and speeds, making it suitable for diverse applications, including the defence, industrial, and IIoT markets.

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Data-driven battery production
February 2024, Turck Banner Southern Africa
The availability of high-performance batteries at moderate prices is one of the most important factors for the success of electromobility. As a long-standing automation partner to the automotive industry, Turck Banner supports the major battery manufacturers with its know-how.

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