Authors: Robin Riley, Ann Keffer, Wayne Baron Galil Motion Control Ethernet was developed in the 1970’s and was started being used commercially in the 1980’s. By the end of the 1980’s it was the dominant network technology. It was initially used to connect computer systems and peripherals in a Local Area Network (LAN) and quickly … Continue reading Evolution of Ethernet in Control Systems. A New White Paper from Galil
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Ethernet in Motion Control to More than Triple by 2016
Reprint of March 13, 2013 Automation.com Article March 13, 2013 – The use of Ethernet with motor drives and motion controllers will more than triple to 2016 from 1.8 million new connected nodes in 2011. According to IMS Research, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for new motor control Ethernet nodes is projected to be … Continue reading Ethernet in Motion Control to More than Triple by 2016
Tolomatic’s ACS Drive now Supports Modbus RTU and Pneumatic Mode
ACS Drive/Controller offers added flexibility Tolomatic's ACS drive now supports three different connectivity options: Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, and Modbus RTU over RS-485. Specifically designed for actuator control, the ACS drive offers an easy-to-use software interface that automatically loads parameters for any Tolomatic actuator. These three connectivity options provide you with maximum motion control flexibility. You can … Continue reading Tolomatic’s ACS Drive now Supports Modbus RTU and Pneumatic Mode
Introducing Our Latest Video: ST Stepper Drives with Ethernet
Learn more about our latest product release through this informative video which offers a detailed introduction to the drive and walks you through wiring and setting one up. We've made it easy to work with our latest Ethernet technology and we're very excited to add one more informative video to our growing collection. Find the current videos … Continue reading Introducing Our Latest Video: ST Stepper Drives with Ethernet
AMP New Product Release: SVAC3 Digital Servo Drive With EtherNet/IP Network Communication
Applied Motion Products is pleased to announce the availability of the SVAC3 family of digital servo drives. The SVAC3 is a servo controller in a compact and cost effective package. This AC powered drive is loaded with features and options that make it a great choice for many OEM applications. SVAC3 drives can be controlled … Continue reading AMP New Product Release: SVAC3 Digital Servo Drive With EtherNet/IP Network Communication
New Product Release: SV7 Servo Drive from AMP with EtherNet/IP
New Product Release: SV7 Servo Drive from AMP with EtherNet/IP Applied Motion Products is excited to announce the availability of an EtherNet/IP connectivity option for our popular, low cost SV7 servo drive The SV7 is a compact, 24 to 80 VDC sine servo drive and is available with specially matched 50 to 400 watt … Continue reading New Product Release: SV7 Servo Drive from AMP with EtherNet/IP
Wide-ranging Motion Control Support Over EtherNet/IP
Many communication standards have been applied to machine and motion control with varying degrees of success. Some of the more popular are EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, CANopen, DeviceNet and Profibus. EtherNet/IP has become particularly popular because it is compatible with Rockwell/Allen Bradley PLCs, runs on standard Ethernet hardware, and employs the robust and proven Common Industrial Protocol … Continue reading Wide-ranging Motion Control Support Over EtherNet/IP