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This is where SIMATIC PCs show what they are made of. Thanks to their resistance to vibration, industrial processes run smoothly and precisely, without risk of interruption. This is because they are specially designed for such requirements. These computers are designed to withstand shocks and vibrations and therefore operate with complete reliability, even when subjected to severe mechanical loads. This reliability is guaranteed by the hard disk suspension using polymer dampers, the robust all-metal housing and interlocked connectors. The special retainers ensure that the modules do not work loose and that connectors always remain firmly in place. With regard to...[ Read More ]
LCD-Displays for industrial applications LCD Displays are implemented in situations where for technical and economical reasons the operator panel/display of the computer is shut down. LCD-Displays are available as desktop devices, standard 19" rack-mounted devices and flush-mounted devices (for control cabinets) with picture diagonal from 12" -18 ". ...[ Read More ]
Industrial Ethernet Industrial Ethernet offers a high-performance area and cell network to the IEEE 802.3 (ETHERNET) standard. Furthermore, Ethernet is the technology on which the Internet is based and offer the numerous advantages of worldwide networking. The wide range of possibilities offered by the Intranet, Extranet and Internet which are already available in the office environment can also be used in production automation and process automation. The already well-proven Ethernet technology in combination with Switching Full Duplex and Autosensing gives you the opportunity to match the performance in your network more precisely to the requirements. You can...[ Read More ]
Industrial Wireless CommunicationsIndustrial use of radio technology requires particularly reliable connections. A solid basis therefore is provided by the universal standard IEEE 802.11. Interference-tolerant modulation is taken into account. In order to maintain a radio link even over long distances or in the event of reflection against metal objects, the data rate is reduced in defined increments. These are all components of the IEEE 802.11.However, the requirements for data communication in the industrial area is outside the normal scope. The devices in the SCALANCE W family compliment the universal WLAN Standard IEEE 802.11 with additional features, that justify the ‘I’ in...[ Read More ]
SCALANCE X - Ethernet SwitchesSCALANCE X is a product family available from SIMATIC NET, which comprises Industrial Ethernet switches. Switches are active network components, which distribute data to the relevant adressee in a targeted manner. The SCALANCE X product group consists of various modular product lines, which are matched to the appropriate automation tasks.SCALANCE X005 - Entry LevelIf you are looking for a cost-effective solution for building small star or linear topologies with switching functionality in machine or plant islands - then the Entry Level Switch X005 in the SCALANCE X product range is just what you need! The SCALANCE...[ Read More ]
PROFINETEthernet has established itself as the communications standard in the office-world. The requirements to the industrial communication is far higher, such as real-time capability, integration of distributed field devices, quick and installation methods etc., than those made in the office-world. These demands are fulfilled by PROFINET, the open and manufacturer independent Industrial Ethernet Standard from PROFIBUS International, ensuring a uniform communication from the office-world through to the field level. PROFINET makes use of IT-Standards, such as TCP/IP and makes real-time communication for automation tasks and high performance motion control applications a reality. Siemens offers an extensive range of products for PROFINET...[ Read More ]
