Nick Denbow, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "AS-I",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Processingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release IDEC MicroSmart and Pentra PLC marine approvals from
Idec Electronics, which we summarised at the time by saying "With ABS* and Lloyds Register approval, the MicroSmart and Pentra PLCs are now certified for use in marine vessels and offshore structures".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Fortress introduces a configurable E-stop from
Fortress Interlocks: "Fortress Interlocks has introduced an Emergency Stop (E-stop) into its eGard range of safety interlocks that can be configured to connect to a programmable logic controller or AS-i network".
In July 2007, we covered the news from Fortress Interlocks
concerning its amLok AS-i
- take a look at Forticrete relies on Fortress Interlocks
which says: "Forticrete has installed safety switches from Fortress Interlocks at its site in Leighton Buzzard that specialises in the manufacture of concrete roof tiles".
Take a look also at the news release from IFM Electronic, Temperature sensor for use in oil or hydraulics,
as well as AS-i experts network at Old Trafford user meeting from AS-Interface UK,
and New system for remote steam trap monitoring from ARI Armaturen (UK).
See also:
FDT comms technology on all sensors
(April 2007)
ifm electronic offers FDT technology for pressure, temperature and flow sensors: all can be used in the Classic mode for point to point connection, and can be selected to use FDT communications later
Solid state stainless steel flow sensor
(March 2007)
Now available from sensor market leader ifm electronic, the new all-stainless steel SI5000 is the latest in a successful line of solid-state flow sensors
Interface links AS-i communications with Profinet
(January 2007)
The new IE/AS-i link Profinet IO router from Siemens Automation and Drives offers a compact connection providing users with an integrated exchange of information and diagnostics data
AS-Interface controls lubrication at cement plant
(December 2006)
Control Lubrication is using AS-I to network proximity switches, zone valves, pressure switches, flow monitors and mobile plug-in reset push buttons in some of the toughest environments imaginable
eGard and AS-i make a perfect match
(December 2006)
Fortress Interlocks has introduced an AS-interface control and safety base module for its eGard system, enabling eGard to be simply connected to an 'AS-i Safety at Work' control network in minutes
Monitoring on/off valve performance by Tyco
(December 2006)
The following Editorial reports on product launch information presented recently by Tyco Flow Control about a new Tyco on/off valve actuator, the AVID XamineR, with its intelligent monitoring systems
Food-grade AS-interface products from ifm
(September 2006)
AS-interface is well established because it provides such great savings in installation, while being so simple to use: now ifm offers modules and sensors for the food and pharmaceutical industries
New CA44 AS-i valve terminals from Bosch-Rexroth
(July 2006)
Able to replace two ordinary AS-i air boxes, with significant savings in space and assembly time, the new CA44 AS-i valve terminals can accommodate any two valves from the company's extensive MC range
News on the Merck application of PA, DP and AS-I from Profibus Group
(July 2006)
Profibus and AS-I bus systems adopted by Merck in Germany on a batch mica based pigment production plant have provided simpler automation systems, lower costs and improved maintenance efficiency
IDEC Pentra PLC family
(July 2006)
IDEC are pleased to announce the launch of an exciting new PLC range called Pentra - with double the memory size, up to 275 times more processing speed and the capability of floating point maths
First safety light curtains to integrate Profisafe
(May 2006)
June 2006 sees the UK launch by Leuze Mayser of what is believed to be the first range of safety light curtains and scanners that incorporate Profisafe capability as an integral part of its design
Safety 'partnership' at Profibus conference
(May 2006)
The AS-i UK Expert Alliance is to unveil a new way of connecting functional safety hierarchies at the forthcoming Profibus International Conference at Coombe Abbey on June 27/28th
Eliminate wiring looms in panels and cabinets
(May 2006)
Save time and costs by networking panel switches and indicators using AS-Interface: see how to do it in the AS-Interface UK Expert Alliance website
AS-i Expert Alliance at UK Profibus conference
(March 2006)
The AS-interface UK Expert Alliance, the official association of AS-interface vendors and users in the UK marketplace, will attend the third UK Profibus conference at Coombe Abbey on 27/28 June 2006
Machine status information - at a glance
(February 2006)
The new Moeller Electric SL signal towers provide accurate machine status information that is visible at a glance, even over large distances
Advance MTEC and Industrial Networks bookings up!
(January 2006)
Trident Exhibitions announce that visitor pre-registration figures for Mtec and Industrial Networks workshops and seminars are up by 30% compared with the same period in 2005
AS-Interface expert alliance at MTEC 2006
(January 2006)
The AS-Interface Expert Alliance has several working demonstrations at MTEC 2006, showing functionality for AS-Interface in areas such as conveyors, pneumatics, panel switches, indicators and drives
New dates for expanded AS-i training course
(September 2005)
Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) announces two new dates for the Certified AS-Interface Engineer Course of 6-7 October 2005 and 16-17 January 2006
Safety limit switch integrates AS-i interface
(September 2005)
Schmersal, which was the first manufacturer to introduce safety components that connect directly to the AS-i Safety at Work system, now introduces the TR235-AS safety limit switch
FREE 'Safety in Automation' book published by AS-i
(September 2005)
A FREE 75-page booklet on functional safety in automation systems has been published, which explains AS-Interface 'Safety at Work' technology and offers many applications examples
The application of fieldbuses to valve automation
(August 2005)
Fieldbus systems and their application to valve automation, and associated instrumentation: this review showshow these systems fall into one of three categories
FCX delivers industrial networking bus station
(July 2005)
Simone Systems Group designed a system capable of communicating to several different communication protocols: DeviceNet, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus DP/PA, AS-i BUS, and HART
NEW Mtec 2006 website now live!
(July 2005)
The new and updated Mtec 2006 show website is now live, and features a host of information on the February 2006 event for both visitors and exhibitors alike
Key modules guarantee machine access safety
(July 2005)
Safety specialist Fortress Interlocks has introduced access key and safety key modules for their AmGard range of modular safety gate switches
ControlNet and CANopen network adaptors
(June 2005)
SMC Corporation of America, the world's largest manufacturer of pneumatic products and filtration equipment is now offering ControlNet and CANopen compatible network adaptors
Full AS-interface functionality from OEM Module
(June 2005)
Add full AS-interface functionality with a new Master OEM Board Module - now available from LC Automation: Bihl and Wiedemann are well known as one of the leading European suppliers of AS-interface
News on the AS-i solenoid valves from Burkert Fluid Control Systems
(June 2005)
As part of the major redevelopment of the world-renowned Cherry's brewery at Waterford in Ireland, Burkert Fluid Control Systems has supplied 60 valves for a new brewing operation
ifm continues to innovate safety safely
(May 2005)
ifm electronic now has a whole family of inductive sensors and switches that are safe to use in a Category 4 (EN954-1) or SIL 3 (EN61508) situation
ProcessLine range of splitter boxes
(April 2005)
ifm electronic has expanded their award-winning ProcessLine range with more splitter boxes well able to stand a good hosing down, with variants for AS-interface and conventional wiring
Networking valves in a harsh environment
(April 2005)
Networking a series of inter-connecting valves enables each one to be uniquely addressable within a network, and aids the smooth running of any facility
New yacht is first to take AS-interface advantage
(March 2005)
The controls complexity of the multimillion-pound 'MITseaAH' luxury yacht is as challenging as any found in industry: so the shipyard chose AS-interface technology from Telemecanique
Installation and commissioning cost cuts with AS-i
(February 2005)
Recently introduced by sensor market leader and AS-i founder member ifm electronic, field modules can now be used in assembly automation areas where space is at a premium
MTEC returns to the NEC in February
(January 2005)
MTEC is the only UK show dedicated wholly to sensors, measurement and instrumentation, a rapidly developing industry: MTEC is a must for users to stay abreast of the latest product developments
Wago and Belcom join the AS-I 'Expert Alliance'
(December 2004)
WAGO, and cable distributor Belcom have become the latest UK companies to join the AS-Interface Expert Alliance, which was launched to provide free support to the AS-Interface end user community