A secure Linux edge platform.

Kvaser Edge is an open, secure Linux‑based edge computing platform that transforms how automotive and industrial teams collect, process, and act on data. Designed for harsh environments and real‑time performance, Kvaser Edge runs analytics directly where data is generated: on the vehicle, test bench, or machine.

Traditional machine‑test workflows depend on PC connections and large data logs. Kvaser Edge introduces a new model for logging and edge computing applications across industries: a secure Linux-based system that processes data in real‑time, with optional cloud or desktop analysis layers for deeper processing and collaboration. Test engineers or fleet managers capture only the data that matters, accelerating development and reducing unnecessary logging across automotive, off‑highway, and industrial use cases, including:

• Real‑time and remote diagnostics
• Predictive maintenance
• Intelligent filtering and event‑based logging
• Fleet monitoring
• Off-highway telematics

Intelligence at the point of measurement.
Modern vehicles and machines generate huge data volumes, but most teams need smarter data, not more of it. Kvaser Edge delivers a full Linux environment that is compact enough to mount anywhere. It supports real‑time filtering, data aggregation, and anomaly detection at the source, enabling faster insights and iteration during testing.

Secure, reliable remote access.
At its core is a powerful ARM‑based Linux computer with an NXP SE051C2 Secure Element, designed to support CRA and RED cybersecurity requirements. Hardware based security protects collected data and intellectual property, making Kvaser Edge suitable for prototyping and large-scale deployments. Teams can use the Kvaser Edge to monitor and troubleshoot units remotely. Integrated GPS support* adds optional location awareness for improved fleet visibility and security.

Containerised applications and a dedicated OS.
The platform runs Kvaser Edge OS (KEOS), a Linux operating system designed for data acquisition and edge analytics. KEOS allows developers and test engineers to build secure, isolated Linux‑based environments using containers that run on top of the OS. Each container offers a clean, reproducible workspace where teams can install their preferred distribution and tools, run multiple versions in parallel, and update them independently of the base system.

This containerised approach enables consistent deployments across vehicles or test rigs, with processed data easily routed to cloud or local servers. KEOS is designed for automotive‑grade power conditions and resilience against sudden shutdowns, supporting rapid prototyping while keeping sensitive work protected.

A platform for software developers, integrators, and early adopters.
Early adopters, including software partners such as Alkit, are already demonstrating how Kvaser Edge accelerates development and unlocks new test workflows. Kvaser is building a growing developer ecosystem with documentation, SDKs, and example projects that make it straightforward to build and package applications for Edge users. This enables software partners to bring specialised tools directly to automotive and industrial teams.

Building on decades of trusted CAN and LIN expertise, Kvaser Edge introduces a new category of intelligent, secure, in‑vehicle and in‑machine edge computing. Together with KEOS, it provides a scalable path for modernising data workflows.

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Thirty years celebration.

Datalogic is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its manufacturing plant in Castiglione Messer Raimondo (I). An event was held in the presence of local institutions, employees, and their families at the end of October 2025. Established in 1995, the site today stands as one of the Group’s key technological hubs, dedicated to the design and production of vision systems and solutions for logistics and industrial automation.

“We are proud to celebrate 30 years of our Castiglione Messer Raimondo manufacturing plant. From here, our products are shipped to serve the world’s largest logistics customers — from postal couriers to airports and e-commerce operators — and to provide laser marking systems and safety scanners for production environments,” said Valentina Volta, CEO of Datalogic. “The expertise, high specialization, and passion of the people working here in Castiglione will continue to be a point of reference for the future. A future that includes new technologically advanced products and significant investments to modernize our equipment.”

Founded in 1995 with the production of the Dataplus 8000 handheld scanner, the Teramo plant is now specialized in the development of 2D imaging platforms and high-performance vision systems for logistics, such as the AV900 and AV7000 linear cameras, used in industrial facilities and baggage sorting systems at airports worldwide, including Milan, Rome, Madrid, Paris, London, Dubai, Singapore, Tokyo, and Sydney. The plant also produces barcode-based solutions for parcel sorting in postal, retail, and e-commerce logistics.

In addition, the Castiglione Messer Raimondo plant manufactures safety area scanners, designed to stop machinery when operators enter hazardous zones, preventing workplace injuries, and laser markers used for product marking in the luxury and automotive sectors.

During the celebration, the company also announced its future development plans for the site, including investments in innovative products for logistics and industrial automation, greater integration of production phases, and a modernization of the facility with the introduction of state-of-the-art technologies.

A symbolic tree planting ceremony took place during the event, representing the company’s deep roots in the local community and its ongoing commitment to a sustainable future. Local authorities and institutional representatives attended a guided tour of the plant, where they were able to see the production lines and technology development areas up close.

The event also opened the company’s doors to employees’ families — a gesture dedicated to those who contribute every day to the life and success of Datalogic.

With over 2,700 employees worldwide and operations in 27 countries, Datalogic continues to invest in research, innovation, and development. The Castiglione Messer Raimondo plant remains a cornerstone of this journey, a place where local heritage meets global innovation.

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The fastest digitiser?

"The benchmark for high-performance data acquisition! "

Is the ADQ7DC digitiser from Teledyne SP Devices, still the world’s fastest 14-bit digitiser? Quite possibly. Its longevity is a testament to robust engineering, long-term reliability, and continued relevance in demanding applications.

The ADQ7DC may have been the world’s first 14-bit digitiser to achieve a 10 giga sample per second (GSPS) sampling rate. Its DC-coupled front-end is optimised for pulsed data and zero-IF RF applications, making it ideal for scientific instruments, particle physics, radar, LiDAR, and mass spectrometry. With 3 GHz analog bandwidth, 4 Gbyte onboard memory, and peer-to-peer GPU streaming at 7 Gbyte/s, it supports deep data capture and real-time processing without compromise.

Flexible integration with multiple interfaces.
Available in PCIe, PXIe, USB 3.0, MTCA.4, and 10 GbE formats, the ADQ7DC adapts to a wide range of system architectures. Its open FPGA enables real-time application-specific signal processing, allowing developers to implement custom algorithms directly on the digitiser. This flexibility supports compact, high-performance system design across lab, field, and OEM environments.

The ADQ7DC supports multiple firmware packages tailored to different use cases:

• FWPD (Pulse Detection): Enables advanced real-time pulse detection and analysis directly on the onboard FPGA. It significantly reduces data volume by extracting and transferring pulse attributes instead of raw data, with dynamic record lengths and individually configurable trigger levels per input channel.
• FWATD (Advanced Time Domain): Equips ADQ7DC with advanced tools for time-domain measurements, offering multiple layers of noise suppression to achieve extreme dynamic range and detect weak signals. It also includes temperature-dependent baseline correction and flexible, user-defined settings for real-time digital signal processing performed directly in the onboard FPGA.
• FWDAQ: Default pre-installed firmware that enables advanced data acquisition features, including real-time averaging and waveform accumulation, for improved measurement accuracy and efficiency.
• DEVDAQ: Provides access to the onboard AMD FPGA, enabling users to implement custom real-time signal processing and data reduction directly on the hardware. This allows users to create application-specific algorithms and optimise data handling for their needs.

The company offers ISO-certified production, global support, and tailored engineering services for OEM customers. The ADQ7DC is designed for seamless integration into commercial systems, with options for hardware and firmware customisation to meet specific application needs.

"Eight years on, the ADQ7DC continues to deliver unmatched speed, precision, and adaptability. Whether in scientific instrumentation, radar systems, or automated test equipment, it remains a trusted solution for demanding applications," said a spokesperson. "Its combination of high resolution, fast sampling, and flexible integration ensures it will stay relevant for years to come."

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Automation product brands under one roof!

Red Lion and N-Tron are officially product brands “by HMS Networks.” For thousands of automation engineers and system integrators all over the world, this means that scalable industrial solutions for cloud connectivity, edge intelligence, asset management, industrial Ethernet switches, panel meters and operator panels are now available from one trusted source . Indeed the entire HMS product offering now includes the product brands Anybus, Ewon, Intesis, Ixxat, N-Tron and Red Lion.

Following the 2024 acquisition of Red Lion Controls Inc., HMS and Red Lion teams have worked together to seamlessly integrate their offerings. The result: two trusted brands — Red Lion and N-Tron — now under the HMS umbrella, offering enhanced value and streamlined access to industrial connectivity solutions.

Red Lion® by HMS Networks will offer scalable industrial solutions for cloud connectivity, edge intelligence, asset management, as well as rugged operator panels and panel meters—designed to deliver real-time data visibility, especially in demanding environments.

N-Tron® by HMS Networks will focus on rugged industrial Ethernet switches, providing secure, reliable connectivity for industrial networking.

What does this mean for HMS Networks and legacy Red Lion customers? Existing HMS and Red Lion customers will continue to enjoy their trusted purchasing channels and integration partners. Now, they will benefit from a wider, more integrated product offering.

For example:

• Red Lion control panels can be paired with remote access solutions from Ewon®.
• N-Tron switches will complement HMS’s robust offerings in network connectivity and diagnostics.

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  The complete portfolio supports secure edge and cloud communication—built on HMS’s 30-year track record in industrial networking.

“With the Red Lion and N-Tron product brands, we can offer our customers more choices and a seamless experience,” says Alexander Hess, Senior Vice President of HMS division for Industrial Data Solutions. “By aligning these brands under the HMS umbrella, we’re making it easier for automation engineers and system integrators to build smarter, more connected industrial systems. This means faster deployment, better support, and solutions that simply work better together.”

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Data logging for evaluation and test.

The SL2000 High-Speed Data Acquisition Unit, from Yokogawa Test & Measurement, is a ScopeCorder series product with a wide range of data logging functionalities for evaluation and test applications, including high-speed sampling and analysis. The SL2000 is a modular platform that combines the functions of a mixed signal oscilloscope and a data acquisition recorder, and is designed to capture fast signal transients and long-term trends. It is suitable for applications such as R&D, validation, and troubleshooting.

The SL2000 can be used separately or in combination with the DL950 ScopeCorder, depending on the application. No other product family on the market offers this level of flexibility in handling multi-channel measurements. With the ScopeCorder product family, Yokogawa provides a multifaceted, total solution for the high-precision mechatronics and electric power markets that is contributing to the advancement and development of new technologies and applications.

In the four years since the DL950 ScopeCorder was first brought to the market there have been many technical advances in the electric vehicle (EV), renewable energy, and other industrial fields. Today, there is an ever-greater requirement for the capability to simultaneously measure multiple parameters and for the systemization of mechatronic measurements in product development. For example, in the development of motors for industrial and EV systems, one essential test for checking and improving a product is the durability test. This test takes a long time to complete and requires a highly reliable measuring instrument and high sampling rates.

1．Enabling both high-speed sampling and multi-channel measurement.
The SL2000 performs long-duration multi-channel measurements while precisely analyzing even the most detailed aspects of waveforms. With its dual capture function, the SL2000 can perform measurements over long periods of time at speeds of up to 200 MS/s. And in situations where post-processing is required on a PC following measurement, the main unit can continue to perform measurements and has a function that allows calculations to be performed in real time. This shrinks takt time – the calculated pace at which completed units must come off the production line.
By using the integrated measurement software IS8000, it is easier to perform the long-term measurements required for durability testing, helping to improve the efficiency of product design and evaluation work. In addition, isolation measurement technology ensures the noise resistance required for durability testing in harsh environments.

2．Supporting simultaneous measurement of a wide variety of devices.
The SL2000 has eight available slots (with up to 32 channels), for which over 20 types of input modules are available to enable measurements of electrical signals, mechanical performance parameters indicated by sensors, and decoded vehicle serial bus signals. To increase the number of measurement channels, up to five SL2000 and DL950 units can be synchronized.

Applications
• Durability and reliability testing of components and vehicles that requires high sampling rates and multi-channel simultaneous measurement of analog signals and in-vehicle bus signals such as CAN and CAN FD.
• Simultaneous measurement and evaluation of temperature, vibration, and other mechanical signals that change relatively slowly as well as mechatronic and other such high-speed control signals.
• Electrical analysis and control signal evaluation.

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Company acquisition responds to building global sustainable demands.

Advancing technologies essential for achieving a carbon-neutral future.

The Board of Directors of Anritsu Corporation has approved the acquisition of 100% of shares in DEWETRON GmbH, a leading Austrian provider of power measurement and data collection instruments based in Grambach, (A) in April 2025. The share transfer agreement was signed with TKH Group N.V., a shareholder then. Completion of the transaction remains subject to standard regulatory approvals and general closing conditions.

DEWETRON specialises in high-speed power measurement and data-collection instruments that analyze various physical quantities. The company delivers comprehensive solutions combining sophisticated test instruments with tailored software to meet customer requirements across multiple sectors, including automotive, aerospace, renewable energy, and industrial applications. 

This acquisition responds to accelerating worldwide efforts toward building a sustainable society, particularly in electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle development, solar and wind renewable power, and infrastructure power optimization. These rapidly growing sectors require systems that simultaneously measure physical quantities and control data, alongside high-precision test instruments capable of evaluating even the smallest power losses with high accuracy.

This acquisition directly supports Anritsu's GLP2026 medium-term management plan, which identifies electric vehicles and battery technology as key development focus areas. Welcoming DEWETRON into the Anritsu Group will create significant synergies with high-capacity power supplies and charge/discharge test equipment developed by Anritsu's subsidiary TAKASAGO, LTD., as well as with Anritsu's existing test solutions.

The combined expertise will strengthen Anritsu's contribution to advancing technologies essential for achieving a carbon-neutral future.

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Air quality reports enhanced.

‘Airly Fact Sheets’ are an additional feature for the online Airly Platform. “This new facility utilizes automation and AI to dramatically enhance and speed up the creation of air quality reports,” explains Airly’s Marta Steiner.

“Many of our customers need to engage with local organisations such as schools and hospitals in matters relating to air quality. To achieve this, they were previously painstakingly creating leaflets and newsletters featuring data from Airly sensors. However, this was a slow, laborious process, so we developed ‘Airly Fact Sheets’ so that they could create professional, informative leaflets that provided information and insights that members of the public could easily understand.”

The size, accuracy and cost of Airly’s air quality sensors has enabled local government, schools and health authorities to monitor air quality continuously in many more locations than would have been possible in the past. As a consequence, an enormous amount of data is being produced, so the Airly Fact Sheets function was created to ensure that these organisations can extract maximum value from the data that they are generating.

How does it work?
For a small extra cost, users can add the Fact Sheets facility to their Dashboard on the Airly Platform. This allows them to create bespoke templates using logos, images and whatever air quality or health related information they wish to display.

Users simply select the air quality index or parameters that they wish to display, and the timescale required, and a bespoke document will be automatically created, with AI generated insights based on the data. So, for example, if NO₂ levels are high during the selected period, the report could explain the likely sources and the potential health impacts. Every brochure can be exported as a pdf for printing or digital circulation.

How do Fact Sheets help?
Early users of the facility have found the Fact Sheets useful in a variety of ways. For example, they have helped improve understanding of air quality issues within local communities, within schools, and within different departments in councils and other public bodies. They have also helped engage with parents on the impacts of vehicles outside schools, and with local residents when implementing air quality mitigation, or when considering planning and development proposals.

Summarising, Marta says: “Continuous air quality monitoring data presents a fantastic opportunity to better understand the sources of pollution and the health impacts that they incur. However, the opportunities for improvement will be significantly lower if the data is not presented in an easy-to-understand format. The new AI-powered Fact Sheets facility will therefore help to ensure that local authorities, schools and health authorities are able to quickly and easily generate valuable air quality insights.”

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Powering up IIoT!

Henry Martel, Application Field Engineer, Antaira Technologies explores how PoE effectively tackles the power challenges of the IIoT. He also discusses how PoE is incorporating new intelligent features for more efficient power management and control. 

The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is increasingly being made possible by Power over Ethernet (PoE). In the past, installing data-gathering devices in industrial settings, especially at the network’s edge, was a complex task due to the need for individual power supplies, intricate wiring, limited mounting options, and extra costs. By delivering power and data over Ethernet cables, PoE has simplified connectivity for the growing range of PoE-enabled industrial devices, such as IP cameras, smart sensors, and other data collection tools, making build-outs more convenient and cost-effective.

IIoT: The Future of Manufacturing.
The transformative application of IoT technology in industrial processes and applications is known as the IIoT. Connection of machinery, network devices, smart sensors, and software, the IIoT gathers, enables the exchange and analysis of data at every stage of the production process. As a result, seemingly unrelated information becomes valuable insights that can be acted upon, inspiring a new era of productivity. By enhancing visibility, the IIoT also helps businesses identify potential inefficiencies – such as underperforming machinery, excessive power consumption, or processes causing bottlenecks – to reduce downtime. Examples of the IIoT in action include automation, predictive maintenance, quality assurance, smart logistics, and product development, among countless others.

PoE is an IIoT Game-Changer.
The evolution of PoE standards from 802.3af (PoE) and 802.3at (PoE+) to the latest ultra-high power 802.3bt (PoE++) is a testament to the technology’s adaptability and future potential. With maximum power support of 90 watts, PoE now applies to a broader range of industrial verticals, bringing the following benefits:

• PoE can slash overall installation costs by up to 50 percent by eliminating the need for separate electrical wiring, conduit, safety equipment, and power outlets. This also expands options for how and where end-devices can be mounted.
• PoE systems offer stability since they adhere to the strict regulations of the IEEE for more reliable network connections and smoother operation. These standards also incorporate mechanisms that ensure compatibility between devices and protect those devices that do not support PoE.
• PoE improves employee safety by eliminating the requirement for high-voltage power cables. PoE operates at a lower voltage, typically 48VDC, which is considered safe for handling. Conversely, 120VAC is 2.4 times higher than 48VDC, plus AC is generally considered more dangerous because its alternating current can disrupt the electrical signals in the human body, especially the heart.
• PoE opens up new opportunities for scalability. PoE-enabled IIoT devices can be installed in remote areas without available local power or easily relocated up to 100 meters from power-sourcing equipment. Cable length can also be extended beyond 100 meters using a repeater or another industrial PoE switch.
• PoE allows for centralized power management.
• PoE improved the continuity of power delivery by offering backup power options.

Another plus for PoE is that its power can be automatically shut off or reduced for non-essential devices when they are not in use. If the power budget is overdrawn, PoE switch ports can be configured to receive power from higher-priority devices. All these advantages make PoE a game-changer for IIoT.

Power Delivery Process.
Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE), which can be either an industrial switch, router, or other network device that supports PoE, provides DC power over an Ethernet cable to Powered Devices (PDs). Typically, the power supply is 48V-55V DC, although some devices may support higher or lower voltages depending on their specific needs.

Ethernet cables are the backbone of PoE technology. These cables contain four twisted pairs of copper wires, which are used to carry both the data signals and the DC power required by powered devices. To ensure reliable and efficient transmission, the Ethernet cable must be Category 5e (Cat 5e) or higher. However, note that using Cat5e to power Class 3 or Class 4 PD devices may cause them to overheat. Cat 6A is therefore recommended, especially for longer distances. Proper connectivity is also crucial; the Ethernet cable must be securely connected to both the PSE and the PD to maintain a stable and reliable connection.

Standard Configurations Simplify Installation.
The 802.3af, 802.3at, and 802.3bt standards of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) regulate PoE. These standards outline the requirements for both the PSE and the PD, including the maximum amount of power that can be supplied and the signaling mechanisms used to negotiate power requirements. Typically, the configuration process involves setting up the PSE to supply power to the PD, with the PD communicating its power needs to the PSE through a standardized protocol, also known as the handshake. This negotiation process is usually automated, ensuring that the PD receives the appropriate amount of power without manual intervention. Adhering to these standards ensures compatibility across different PoE devices.

The Antaira LNP-C501G-SFP-bt

Availability and Redundancy.
High availability and redundancy are essential in industrial applications to minimize downtime and achieve continuous operation. PoE technology addresses these needs by allowing for redundant power supplies and dual power input configurations. Redundancy helps the device remains operational even in the event of a power source failure.

Redundant power supplies enable a device to continue operating even if one power supply fails, while dual power input allows the device to be powered from two separate power sources. By incorporating these features, PoE enhances the reliability and resilience of networked systems, making it a robust solution for critical industrial applications.

Smarter PoE Switches for the IIoT.
Antaira PoE Ethernet switches adhere to IEEE standards, serving as foundational PSEs for IIoT networks. Beyond compliance, their industrial PoE switches incorporate patented technologies that add intelligence to networks. Let’s explore how these innovative features work:

• Safe PoE Disconnect: To meet the rising number of high-power PoE cameras, wireless and LIDAR installed in various applications, Antaira developed the patented Safe PoE Disconnect technology supported by unmanaged IEEE 802.3bt industrial ethernet switches. Safe PoE Disconnect is a hardware safety feature that lets engineers easily turn on/off power to a single 802.3vt PoE++ port using a front panel DIP switch. Turning off the DIP Switch allows the end device to be safely discovered.
• Persistent PoE: During a switch firmware update, persistent PoE enables their industrial switch to reboot while continuing to provide PoE power to a connected PD. It keeps connected devices powered on to avoid the end device reboot, which otherwise can result in several minutes of device downtime.
• Power Remote Reset Technology (PRRT): Available on Antaira LNP-C501G-SFP-bt-T and IMP-C1000-SFP-bt-T series products, PRRT allows a user to reset a PD at a remote site without physically visiting the location, helping to save on travel costs and minimizing powered device downtime.
• iPoE Budget Control: To protect connected devices in applications where input voltage varies, Antaira has designed an automatic mechanism -- “Intelligent PoE” or “iPoE” for short -- with patents in the USA and Taiwan.
• This technology further confirms the power input voltage of the PSE before determining the safe maximum power output budget to allocate to the PD. For example, when 12VDC is powering the industrial switch, the switch auto-senses the voltage input and limits the PoE power budget to 90 Watts. In contrast, if the voltage input increases to 24VDC, it would increase the PoE power budget up to 150 Watts.
• Low-Voltage PoE: Although not a patented technology, Antaira low-voltage PoE opens up new opportunities in network design. Adding an internal DC-to-DC power boost to select models allows low-voltage PoE to power up to 90W bt PoE++ from a low-voltage input, such as 9VDC, 12VDC, 24VDC, or 36VDC.

Partner in IIoT for Industrial PoE Switches.
PoE helps network engineers start fast, scale easily, and evolve IIoT projects to meet changing market dynamics. The diversity of possibilities the IIoT offers means that organizations may have multiple IIoT projects ongoing simultaneously, in a mix of small and large, some internally focused and others externally.  Antaira offers an extensive range of PoE solutions, including managed and unmanaged Ethernet switches in IEEE PoE at/af/bt standards, alongside PoE injectors and media converters.

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Test to improve business performance.

Turn test performance into business performance.

A significant upgrade has been announced by NI to its flagship product LabVIEW. For nearly 40 years, LabVIEW has been the industry-standard product in the field of data acquisition, instrument control and automation. These latest improvements further enable engineers in their use of test insights and data to drive product and business performance. 

The latest improvements include:

• Zoom for Block Diagram
• Quick change for faster object creation
• Double-click to create control or indicator from a wire
• Visual improvements to Highlight Execution and option for execution speeds
• Faster re-building of applications and packed project libraries
• Virtual environment support for Python and LabVIEW users (announced Q1 2023) 

“It was exciting to see the appreciation from the audience at NI Connect when we demonstrated the upcoming, ease-of-use improvements with this new version of LabVIEW,” says Eric Reffett, Director of Product Management at NI. “Additions like Zoom and quick change are meaningful in a graphical development environment, and we are energized by both the engagement we got from the community during design, as well as the impact we know it will have.”

In addition, NI and JKI entered a long-term collaboration to focus on improving package-related workflows in LabVIEW. This included expanding VI Package Manager (VIPM) features, making it more robust and versatile for developers, as well as the addition of Dragon. This initial release is focused on using projects and packages, and the relationship will continue to improve the way developers share and re-use code.

“I’m thrilled to work with NI,” says Jim Kring, CEO of JKI. “JKI first created VIPM to help LabVIEW developers build and reuse LabVIEW code libraries, and it has since helped developers for over a decade. This collaboration with NI expands both the functionality available to all LabVIEW developers in VIPM, as well as the access developers have to resources available in VIPM.io, but this initiative is just the beginning.”

The new LabVIEW features have made it more user-friendly, efficient and powerful for helping test professionals and engineers focus on turning test performance into business performance.

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Medium bandwidth signal chain platform.

Analog Devices (ADI), has introduced a precision medium bandwidth signal chain platform improving system performance for signal bandwidths of DC to approximately 500kHz towards industrial and instrumentation applications.

The new platform offers a host of complete signal chains with customisable solution options and a curated suite of development tools, such as LTspice® simulations, to simplify the design journey. These robust signal chains, designed for both time and frequency measurement precision, allow for end systems that can accept inputs from the widest array of sensor and measurement modalities from IEPE vibration and acceleration to temperature and pressure. The signal chains also support engineers in designing with confidence and tackling the most demanding precision instrumentation challenges in areas such as Condition Based Monitoring (CbM), large channel count or distributed data acquisition systems (DAQ), position and motor control, and sonar.

• Discover adaptable precision medium bandwidth signal chains including application-specific design tools, purpose-developed knowledge bases, and customisable solutions. 
• Watch a video about ADI's robust Industrial Signal Chains.
• Find application notes and technical articles about CbM. 
• Connect with engineers and ADI experts on EngineerZone™, an online technical support community: 

The signal chains included within the platform feature precision and power component selections that prioritise combined AC and DC accuracy design requirements, with options for single or multichannel systems as well as higher channel density for the largest channel count systems. Examples of precision medium bandwidth signal chain options provided with the platform include those that allow scaling of AC precision versus power for instrumentation, low latency options for motor control and position sensing, and highest density options using signal chain µModule SIP solutions or multichannel converters. Large channel count system designers can choose from signal chains where channel synchronisation is a priority, whether in channel-isolated or non-isolated systems.

Precision Medium Bandwidth Key Features:

• Optimising signal chain resolution and gain delivers the 16-bit to 24-bit accuracy required, across the widest range of sensor bandwidths, for amplitudes both small and large
• Flexibility to prioritise between noise performance, signal bandwidth, and power enables reuse of optimum layout and multiple use cases of the circuitry with simple software updates
• Options for higher channel densities give the ability to scale the precision measurements to distributed or centralised large channel count scenarios.

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Across the industrial edge and hybrid cloud.

A global partnership has been announced which enable industries using ABB’s process automation and industrial software to scale rapidly and flexibly leveraging Red Hat’s industry leading enterprise platforms and application services built on Red Hat Enterprise Linux.

The collection, management and analysis of industrial plant data is critical to improve the efficiency of operations while addressing safety, security and productivity needs. This is consistent with ABB’s strategy for the evolution of process automation.

The partnership enables virtualization and containerization of automation software with Red Hat OpenShift to provide advanced flexibility in hardware deployment, optimized according to application needs. It also provides efficient system orchestration, enabling real-time, data-based decision making at the edge and further processing in the cloud.

Red Hat OpenShift, a leading enterprise Kubernetes platform, with Red Hat Enterprise Linux as its foundation, provides ABB with a single consistent application platform, from small single node systems to scaled-out hyperconverged clusters at the industrial edge, which simplifies development and management efforts for ABB’s customers.

“This exciting partnership with Red Hat demonstrates ABB’s commitment to meet customer needs by seeking alliances with other innovative market leaders,” said Bernhard Eschermann, Chief Technology Officer, ABB Process Automation. “The alliance with Red Hat will see ABB continue helping our customers improve their operations as they navigate a rapidly evolving digital landscape. It will give them access to the tools they need to integrate plantwide IT and OT, while reducing risks and optimizing performance.”

Red Hat OpenShift increases the deployment flexibility and scalability of ABB Ability™ Edgenius, a comprehensive edge platform for industrial software applications, together with ABB Ability™ Genix Industrial Analytics and AI Suite, an enterprise-grade platform and applications suite that leverages industrial AI to drive Industry 4.0 digital business outcomes for customers. ABB’s Edgenius and Genix can both be scaled seamlessly and securely across multiple deployments. With this partnership, ABB will have access to capabilities like zero-touch provisioning (remote configuration of networks) which can increase manageability and consistency across plant environments.

“Red Hat is excited to work with ABB to bring operational and information technology closer together to form the industrial edge. Together, we intend to streamline the transition from automated to autonomous operations and address current and future manufacturing needs using open-source technologies,” said Matt Hicks, executive vice president, Products and Technologies, Red Hat. “As we work to break down barriers between IT and the plant level, we look to drive limitless innovation and mark a paradigm shift in operational technology based on open source.”

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Equipment analysis.

ADISRA InsightView is a cloud-based software platform for securely collecting local or remote machine and process data, consolidating it into easy-to-understand visual information and reports, and therefore providing the insights that users need to improve operational efficiency.*

Effective and resilient digital transformation calls for platforms like ADISRA InsightView so end users can easily apply their machine and process expertise to developing advanced analytics, without needing to know automation and programming specifics. ADISRA InsightView is configurable using simple drag-and-drop templates, but it can also be customized if necessary. With the proper user credentials, analytics results can be securely visualized on desktop PCs, browsers, tablets, and mobile devices. Reports can be printed, saved, and shared as needed. With ADISRA InsightView, users can illuminate the entire manufacturing lifecycle and improve efficiencies on a machine, a production line, an entire factory, or across many sites.

Standardized frameworks
Overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) is a recognized industry method for quantifying equipment performance. It is based on the availability of production equipment, the performance of that equipment, and the quality of resulting products. ADISRA InsightView provides built-in tools for aggregating real-time and historical data so OEE can be represented into a simple to understand and intelligent dashboard.

Another common metric is known as the “six major losses,” which consist of planned stops, unplanned stops, small stops, slow cycle, production rejects, and startup rejects. Again, ADISRA InsightView provides a concrete and manageable way to categorize these losses, making it easier to see where improvements can achieve the most beneficial impact.

End users looking to develop advanced analytics are usually experts in their equipment, but perhaps less familiar with complex IT systems. ADISRA InsightView makes analytics easily available to everyone by following a software-as-a-service (SaaS) licensing and delivery model. Users benefit from performing minimal required computing system configuration and fast deployment while receiving the latest updates, all for a small monthly fee.

ADISRA InsightView works with ADISRA SmartView or other HMI/SCADA packages to collect data and transmit the data to the cloud. ADISRA products work together or independently depending on user requirements.

OEE and advanced analytics are accessible to anyone
The ADISRA InsightView technical and deployment model is architected for ease of use by all types of OEMS and end users. It is an economical way for them to rapidly receive the benefits of adding advanced analytics to any type of equipment or production system.

* ADISRA InsightView is accessible for testing by scheduling a webinar demo here. 

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Research and science data capture and analysis software.

Professional Edition Software fits needs of high-end researchers and scientists with additional recording, analysis, and sharing capabilities.

Teledyne FLIR has released the latest versions of FLIR Research Studio software. This new release includes both a Professional Edition with FLIR Research Studio Player—designed for research and science applications requiring robust data capture and analysis—and an upgraded version of the FLIR Research Studio Standard Edition. Both the Standard and Professional Editions are now offered as one-year subscriptions or perpetual licenses.

“The new FLIR Research Studio Professional Edition works the way you work, featuring the recording and analysis capabilities needed for cutting-edge research and development applications,” said Chris Bainter, vice president of business development, Teledyne FLIR. “Both the Standard and Professional versions offer a streamlined, intuitive ‘Connect – View – Record – Analyze – Share’ workflow, making it easy to quickly characterize important thermal data to support critical decisions. This helps improve collaboration and increase efficiency to reduce the potential for misunderstanding critical thermal data.”

The new Research Studio Standard Edition includes several updates including improvements in data recording and export. Connectivity options have also been enhanced across both editions with the Professional Edition supporting the FLIR High-Speed Data Recorder (HSDR). In addition, the Professional Edition includes advanced image enhancement tools, analysis capabilities, and data-plotting features along with to the ability to export data to the new FLIR Research Studio Player.

The Research Studio Player is a free software application for sharing recorded data easily in 21 different languages and across Linux, Windows, and MacOS operating systems. With a Professional Edition License of Research Studio, the user can export .FRS files that are readable in the Research Studio Player with no limitations on file sizes. The Player has the same analysis capabilities as Research Studio Professional Edition, but it cannot connect to thermal cameras or record data.

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Traps impeding OT data acquisition.

Oliver Wang, Product Marketing Manager, Edge Connectivity and Computing at Moxa explains the Three Types of Traps That Impede OT Data Acquisition

Industrial digital transformation seeks to break down the silos between an enterprise’s information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT), translating the physical behavior of OT devices into digital data, and distilling insights with the help of IT’s analysis.

Through OT-IT collaboration, these actionable insights can optimize the overall physical operational system. For instance, data from manufacturing execution systems (MESs) in factories can be integrated with the data from a customer relationship management (CRM) system to shorten time-to-delivery, expand production capacity, and reduce costs, among others.

However, according to the latest Industrial 4.0 Maturity Index, 96% of studied enterprises are still starting out on their digital transformation journey, while just 4% of the enterprises have attained the “visibility” or “analysis” maturity stage. Evidently, the journey has not been kind to most enterprises. Based on experience, the beginning is the hardest, with OT data acquisition being the most challenging part.

Three Types of Traps That Impede OT Data Acquisition

1. Invisible environmental traps: Imagine your OT data comes from a drilling well in the middle of a desert where temperatures range from 40 to 50°C, an oil pipeline system that stretches for hundreds of kilometers in freezing cold areas, a transportation system of a fast-moving train that deals with high levels of vibrations, a chemical fuel tank, or a switchgear system inside an unmanned high-voltage substation. A variety of environmental interferences, such as extreme temperatures, vibrations, airborne chemicals, and electromagnetic radiation, can easily cause the malfunction of OT data-acquisition electronics, which results in data transmission instability from time to time, or worse, data inaccuracy, which leads to errors in analyses later on. For example, the large automated warehouse systems in smart factories generate strong electromagnetic interference at the moment of startup, causing anomalies in the network equipment nearby. Network disruption, even if just for a second, could wreck the accuracy in the calculation of incoming inventory as well as the production process of the entire product batch.
2. Unexpected design traps: All OT equipment, from sensors and controllers to control systems, has one thing in common: it is intended to enable highly specialized industrial applications. By design, industrial equipment is for a special purpose. Controllers and sensors used in a drilling well are not the same as the ones supporting power monitoring devices, for example. But if you want to understand the correlation between control levels of a drilling well and power consumption, OT data must be collected from a variety of specialized equipment. Only now, most people realize that every device uses a specific communication protocol that only it can read and understand. Therefore, to glean OT data from more sources, it is necessary to first acquire the ability to “talk to” different devices; otherwise, it makes it much harder to analyze diverse OT data, and it entails direct cost increases.
3. Data identification traps: Data generated from OT equipment or systems is mostly raw data, meaning it does not come with context. For instance, PLCs collect temperature data from sensors deployed in a variety of locations to support monitoring. When the temperature goes above 45°C, fans will be switched on to bring the temperature down. However, for OT data analysts, the raw OT data (i.e., 45°C ) captured directly from the PLCs lacks context, as they cannot tell what devices were sourced, the data acquisition time, and data owners, etc. This raw data is nothing but a meaningless value in their eyes. Therefore, preprocessing raw data and giving it a context is a key aspect in OT data acquisition. To achieve this, OT equipment vendors must incorporate IT capabilities in their development focus as IT user habits are very much involved in the preprocessing of raw data. Furthermore, if there is too much data, data analysts will be drowned in the sheer workload of converting the collected data into a uniform format for a database, which, fortunately, can now be facilitated by data transformation technology.

Step Up OT Data Acquisition to Accelerate IT/OT Convergence
OT data plays a deciding role in whether an industrial digital transformation endeavor takes off or crashes before getting off the ground. Before starting a project, it is wise to take stock of the different ways of obtaining OT data and the types of OT data available, as well as plan for converting the data into the format and contextures required by the IT database. Avoid these three kinds of traps and align with your company’s needs to strengthen the OT data acquisition ability ahead of time. In doing so, IT/OT convergence will effectively have to be sped up to allow you to take the first step towards industrial digital transformation, firmly and steadily.

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Where's the data?

Selecting appropriate product data in engineering is often time consuming. However, the new EPLAN Data Portal, with a new user interface and improved search algorithms, makes it easier and faster than ever before. Expanded search parameters mean that users can quickly find exactly the components they are looking for. Individualised solutions based on configurators can be intuitively generated – as demonstrated by the Lenze product configurator.

Timm Hauschke

EPLAN Director Cloud Business Master Data Timm Hauschke says: “The aspiration for high quality from the manufacturers coincides with the demands of our users. After all, only comprehensive, integrated, end to end data forms the foundation for the digital twin, which provides information for processes and to machines along all the stations of the process, from design engineering to manufacturing. The EPLAN Data Standard is being implemented worldwide since its introduction. Our goal is for device data to be available 100 percent digitally, thus providing the ideal foundation for highly efficient engineering.”

The new EPLAN Platform is on the verge of being released and will also mark the moment when the EPLAN Data Portal will exclusively be available for use in the EPLAN ePulse cloud environment. The platform’s updated user interface offers numerous enhancements for searching for and finding device data. Improved search algorithms and parameters make it much easier for users to quickly find the appropriate components to download. Increased system performance also ensures greater speed when selecting components. Another new feature is the integration of the Lenze product configurator.

Configurators streamline product selection

Lenze Easy Product Finder

Lenze Director of Team Processes and Data Bernd Spiegel explains: “The direct integration of our product configurator into the new EPLAN Platform lets customers very quickly find the product they need. There’s no need to search for devices in extensive lists and customers get the devices that match their requirements. Aside from which, this cooperation also provides benefits for Lenze as a manufacturer of many products and variants. Maintaining the data for the configurator in EPLAN Electric P8 is much easier for us than doing that for all the distinct variants of a product series.”

A real life example: A user needs a frequency inverter. Using the Lenze Easy Product Finder, said user needs just a few steps to find a suitable device from the company’s i550 series of devices. The defining characteristics such as rated power, supply network type, and the type of fieldbus network are included as selection criteria. Once users have decided on a particular device based on these parameters, the associated EPLAN data can be generated in the detail view and then imported into the CAE solution’s device management.

The configurators of additional manufacturers, including Endress+Hauser, Bosch Rexroth and Rittal, all work in a similar way. This makes each manufacturer portfolio easily accessible to design engineers. Selecting devices and acquiring high quality data is easy and intuitive. The data is up to date and can be transferred directly into projects. Similarly to configuring features for a new car, users are guided through the various product families of the assorted manufacturers. Integrating configurators doesn’t just expand the data available in the portal (more than 1 million data sets) by approximately two million configurable variants, it also makes it easier for users to compile high quality device data.

In addition, there are selectors from Aventics, IPF and Schneider Electric that ensure fast product selection. There’s no question that the data is correct thanks to the targeted narrowing of selections via search parameters. This portfolio will soon be expanded with the offerings from two additional well known global players – meaning users have even more to look forward to.

EPLAN Data Standard becoming entrenched

EDP Rittal enclosure

More than one third of the data on the portal already conforms to the new, high quality Data Standard, and solutions provider EPLAN has set further ambitious goals: half of all the device data should meet the Data Standard by the end of 2022, if possible. This calls for further commitments from device manufacturers, many of whom are recognising the benefits of having 100 percent digital data. Big players that have been pioneers in this in the international arena include Chint (China), IFM, Pilz, Rittal and SMC (Europe), Numatics (USA) and Omron (Japan).

Pilz Vice President Customer Support International Arndt Christ says: “We’re pleased that we can now offer our customers high quality engineering data. In 2020, we decided to create our Pilz product macros to conform with the EPLAN Data Standard. The data standardisation that is currently possible, which makes using the macros easier, benefits our inhouse engineering departments in our affiliated companies and, externally, our customers around the globe. While macros previously had to be inserted into designs using value sets, today it can be accomplished using a functional template. The benefits include improved networking of data – for instance between 2D and 3D – fewer errors because the wiring connections are precisely defined, and time savings above all because the macros are standardised. The new Data Standard, particularly the functional template, is a mark of quality for our macros and meets our expectations for high quality data. We have a dependable partner for the future in EPLAN, someone we can work with to continue advancing this approach.”

@EPLAN_global @Lenze_Gruppe @Pilz_INT @RittalIreland @mepaxIntPR #PAuto #Data

Data acquisition remotely.

Atlas has announced the launch of WXView II™, an innovative data acquisition system for remote connectivity to its next generation Weather-Ometers®.

System Features Include:
Web-based application allowing access from anywhere with a secure internet connection
Data collection and storage on local area network or cloud
Built-in encryption
View of current operating parameters
Monitoring of test progress and instrument status
Zoom in/out to assess phase transitions or complete test cycles
Access to alarms and maintenance tables
Downloading of archived test data
Unlimited connectivity to PCs and Weather-Ometers on network

WXView II is a web-based application that allows users to monitor the status of their instrument from anywhere in the world. It remotely collects test parameter, control system and other data outputs in real time from any Atlas Ci4400 instrument connected to the user’s local area network.

"WXView II adds a new dimension of connectivity to our instruments,” said Matt McGreer, Atlas Senior Product Manager. “As users continue to work remotely, having real-time, secure access to the information about their weathering tests is crucial. We expect this to be just the beginning of an entirely new way users interact with their instruments.”

WXView II provides a simple review and analysis of the instrument data in graphical format. Additionally, data files from archived tests can be viewed, downloaded and imported into other applications for more detailed analysis and report generation. Instrument status and information on alarms, maintenance and instrument configuration may also be displayed on the touchscreen user interface.

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Low cost high-performance data-acquisition unit.

RS Components has introduced a low-cost, next-generation data-acquisition system that offers the ability to quickly and dynamically sample more signals simultaneously. This data-acquisition system (DAQ973A) is shipping now from RS in the EMEA and Asia Pacific regions.

Manufactured by Keysight Technologies, a world-leading test and measurement equipment provider, the new DAQ973A data-acquisition system is a three-slot modular mainframe unit that comes with a choice of nine plug-in modules and offers a sampling rate of 800 kSa/s. Keysight has re-used its measurement engine from its high-end test and measurement equipment inside the DAQ973A to deliver proven measurement performance, modular flexibility and universal inputs with built-in signal conditioning. The unit also offers a built-in 6½-digit (22-bit) digital multimeter with a DCV accuracy of 0.003%. Similar to the existing DAQ970A system, this new system comes with additional GPIB connectivity.

Key features of the unit include a scan rate of up to 450 channels, delivering speed and accuracy to achieve fast results; up to 120 channels per system; and a large selection of switch, RF and control plug-in modules, including a new four-channel simultaneous sampling digitizer. The unit can also measure and convert 12 different input signals, including temperature with a thermocouple, RTDs and thermistor; DC/AC volts; two- and four-wire resistance networks; frequency and period; and DC/AC current and capacitance.

Also released is a new four-channel simultaneous sampling digitizer module with 800 kSa/s sampling. This module is an addition to the existing eight modules in the data-acquisition system. These modules work with both the new DAQ973A system that comes with GPIB, LAN and USB, as well as the existing DAQ970A system that comes without GPIB.

Typical users are expected to be test engineers and technicians across a wide range of professional and industrial applications, including R&D and bench-testing prototypes; design verification for environmental, durability and regulatory applications; in automated testing and process monitoring in manufacturing environments; as well as monitoring and troubleshooting in service and maintenance roles. However, the unit is also expected to be used in educational establishments.

Additional features of the DAQ973A include a large 4.3-inch colour display, plus GPIB, LAN and USB connectivity. In addition, users can interface the unit via the manufacturer’s BenchVue DAQ software, which includes enhanced time- and frequency-domain measurement capability.

#PAuto #TandM @RSComponents; @designsparkRS @Keysight @Publitek

Noise, vibration and harshness.

Kistler has launched KiNOVA, a noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) data acquisition and analysis system. The new system provides a consistent level of precision throughout the measuring chain from sensor to analysis; a fully integrated and supported capability which extends from a wide range of sensors and powerful data acquisition hardware and sophisticated analysis software to on-site engineering support.

As legislation pushes for more efficient and environment friendly transportation and customer expectations regarding comfort increase, recent automotive developments has focused strongly on new and more efficient propulsion systems; hybrid and electric motors. The challenge for vehicle and powertrain manufacturers is not only to measure NVH with high accuracy, but also to analyse and interpret data in the most efficient way. To support this approach, the Kistler KiNOVA has been designed specifically to assist NVH engineers in the key phases of powertrain development and refinement no matter if it is a conventional, hybrid or electrical propulsion system.

Starting from the sensor, KiNOVA covers the complete workflow seamlessly - through measuring and analysing by means of the advanced application specific software: Using powerful and convenient application modules, the user can perform specific NVH testing on the powertrain. KiNOVA is compatible with a wide range of Kistler sensors and accelerometers and other third party sensors with IEPE / Voltage signals.

KiNOVA comes in two formats:
KiNOVA Lite Ultra-portable, pocket-size and light-weight with 4 channels of voltage or IEPE inputs and analog inputs configurable for dynamic analysis or tachometer. Remarkable precision and signal conditioning with 24-bit resolution and 100 kHz sampling frequency combined with USB control and power. KiNOVA Capture software package provides data acquisition and signal processing tools comes as standard.The light-weight and USB-powered format makes KiNOVA Lite an ultra-portable device that does not compromise on accurate signal acquisition and processing and
KiNOVA Pro A rugged and solid stackable unit with16 channels of Voltage or IEPE inputs that can be expanded to 32 channels per unit with 24-bit resolution, 100 kHz sampling frequency plus 2 dedicated tachometer channels. USB and Ethernet communications, a programmable standalone function, built-in solid state storage and internal battery deliver a flexible and powerful capability. The standard KiNOVA Acquisition software package provides comprehensive data acquisition and signal processing tools.

Whether it’s conventional, hybrid or pure electric propulsion systems, KiNOVA can make a major contribution in the NVH area by supporting the development of advanced propulsion systems that not only meet legislative regulations but also provide the right sound and comfort experience.

The combination of the new KiNOVA data acquisition and analysis system and Kistler sensors delivers a powerful, new tool for engineers tasked with minimising unexpected noise and vibration under real world driving conditions.

#PAuto #Kistler

Data acquisition system.

KiDAQ is a new, modular data acquisition system from Kistler Instruments. The modular design makes virtually unlimited channels and distributed systems a reality whatever the application; industrial, laboratory, permanent and mobile applications. Engineers have everything needed to complete any measuring task: a single integrated system that can be flexibly expanded at any time by adding more measurement modules and sensors.

The new data acquisition system can be configured to suit any application with a choice of portable and 19 inch rack housings that can accommodate up to 13 measurement modules each, and DIN Rail modules for industrial installations with any number of measurement modules and other components of a system. This flexibility allows users to configure a data acquisition system that best meets their current needs.

Using components from Kistler’s hardware, software and sensor portfolios means that, as needs change, the original system can be adapted and extended by reconfiguring the existing modules and adding others as needed. Nothing is made redundant ensuring a low cost of ownership without compromising system performance and capability.

• Kistler will be showing this system at Sensors & Instrumentation Live (25-26 September 2019)

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Powerful Connectivity Tools Unlock Valuable Data from Orphaned and Legacy Equipment.

The DA10D and DA30D Protocol Conversion and Data Acquisition devices have both been launched by Red Lion Controls. Unlike other gateways or protocol converters that rely on complicated scripting or additional server hardware to connect to enterprise systems, the DA10D and DA30D offer powerful connectivity options in a simple-to-use configuration environment, enabling companies to quickly unlock valuable data in orphaned or legacy equipment and cost-effectively connect, monitor and manage their systems with ease.

For factory automation customers who need to collect critical data from multi-generational or multi-vendor deployed systems, the DA10D and DA30D Data Acquisition protocol converters are new devices that offer standard Ethernet and serial ports to gather and share data from disparate systems. This new offering leverages Crimson 3.1 software, providing native support to over 300 industrial drivers, out-of-box OPC UA server capabilities and simple point-and-click configuration of MQTT cloud connectors for some of the industry’s most popular IIoT platforms from Amazon, Microsoft and Inductive Automation.

From the plant floor to the front office, the DA10D and DA30D Protocol Converter and Data Acquisition platforms were designed to act as a key part of any plant’s industrial data collection, visualization and management system, allowing for operational decisions that have meaningful business impact. Providing real-time data from virtually any equipment, anywhere, additional options include a data, event and security logger with cryptographic signature support and SQL queries which can be executed periodically or on demand, ideal for both simplifying recipe and batch management while ensuring the highest quality standards. Further, the platform also offers an optional web server featuring mobile responsive design, a full-screen display ideal for tablet or mobile display, HTTPS operation with the provision of certificates, HTTP redirect, CSS and JavaScript support.

• Red Lion products are marketed in Ireland by Instrument Technology.

 @redlioncontrols  #Pauto  @Instrum_Tech