Nick Denbow, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "AS-interface",
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 Tyco Flow Control at first Bioethanol plant in UK from
Tyco Flow Controls, which we summarised at the time by saying "Tyco Flow Control will supply valve and control packages to the British Sugar bioethanol production plant at Wissington, using Foundation Fieldbus and AS-Interface communications in
hazardous areas".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release An extravaganza of manufacturing excellence from
Canon Communications: "The February Exhibitions: MEDTEC, MTEC, Machine Building, 3C, IPOT and Practical Vacuum at the NEC in February will create an 'Extravaganza of manufacturing excellence'".
In December 2007, we covered the news from Canon Communications
concerning its MTEC Educational events
- take a look at MTEC 2008: an unrivalled learning experience
which says: "There's something for everyone involved in all aspects of sensors, measurement and instrumentation at the MTEC exhibition, being staged at the Birmingham NEC on 13-14 February 2008".
Take a look also at the news release from IFM Electronic, Keeping track of expensive technical gases,
as well as Fortress introduces a configurable E-stop from Fortress Interlocks,
and Temperature sensor for use in oil or hydraulics from IFM Electronic.
See also:
AS-i experts network at Old Trafford user meeting
(June 2007)
More than 13 Million devices worldwide now use AS-Interface for connecting control and monitoring equipment in process control and factory automation applications
Visit the ASi-tech Road Show at ManU Old Trafford
(April 2007)
The UK-based AS-Interface Expert Alliance has confirmed the final line up for its Road Show conference, scheduled for May 22nd at the Old Trafford (ManU FC) Stadium
Fast-acting temperature sensor
(March 2007)
With reaction times as quick as one second you will want to check out the new TA3 range of temperature sensors from sensor innovator ifm electronic
New LC catalogue has all the sensors you need
(March 2007)
A brand new catalogue just launched by LC Automation outlines their range of photoelectric and proximity sensors, rotary encoders, iDENT systems, AS-interface products and other support equipment
ASi-tech experts Road Show at Old Trafford in May
(March 2007)
The ASi-tech 2007 Road Show will deliver education and updates on AS-i in: functional safety, 'getting the installation right', and the latest V3 technology: join in at Old Trafford on May 22
AS-Interface safety at work compatible Estop
(February 2007)
IDEC Electronics have introduced an emergency stop switch which can be connected to the AS-Interface Safety at Work network, containing the standard safety slave functions
Redundant Profibus DP networks in baggage handling
(February 2007)
Marco Polo Airport, Venice, uses redundant Profibus DP fieldbus networks on the high-dependability baggage handling system that processes up to 4000 items of luggage per hour
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
Moeller Electric is in command for automation
(December 2006)
The latest Moeller Electric RMQ-Titan range provides an ideal choice for modern automation installations, with pushbuttons, indicator lamps, selector switches, illuminated emergency stop actuators etc
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
Flow switches for chemical dosing
(September 2006)
Sensor market leader ifm electronic now offers more flow switches designed for aggressive chemicals, as well as sensors for aqueous and oily media
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
Junction splitter boxes for food industry use
(August 2006)
The new ProcessLine splitter boxes from ifm have been developed for use in areas with extreme cleaning requirements: they are stainless steel, IP69K and have Ecolab certification
PK pressure switch with dual outputs
(August 2006)
Yet another cost-effective alternative to troublesome mechanical pressure switches, the new version of the popular PK pressure switch now offers the user two separated normally open 500mA outputs
Temperature probe for hygienic installations
(June 2006)
For food and pharmaceutical processes the new TM series temperature probes are designed to use the 'aseptoflex' mounting system, allowing the probe to be fitted using a choice of hygienic fitting
Lubricating machines in extreme environments
(June 2006)
Control Lubrication is using AS-Interface to network proximity switches, zone valves, pressure switches, flow monitors and mobile plug-in reset push buttons in some of the toughest environments
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
Profibus International User Conference for 2006
(May 2006)
The 2006 Profibus International User Conference Programme has been announced, for 27 - 28 June at Coombe Abbey in Warwickshire, UK, with application presentations, hands-on training, and an exhibition
ifm take on Water Aid Six Peaks Challenge
(May 2006)
Sensor market leader ifm electronic are proud to annouce their participation in this year's WaterAid - Six Peaks Challenge
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
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
The worlds best selling PLC just got even better!
(November 2005)
With over 6 million FX PLC sales, Mitsubishi Electric has rightly earned the title of largest volume producer of PLC's in the world! All will continue with the launch of the new FX3U
AS-interface power supplies include diagnostics
(September 2005)
Siemens has launched a new range of AS-interface power supplies with integrated diagnostics that monitor the status of the installation and detect earth faults and overloads
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
FREE AS-interface Safety in Automation Handbook
(September 2005)
This FREE 75 page handbook now available from LC Automation provides designers with detailed information about the features, handling and possible applications of the AS-i Safety at Work System
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
Connect standard light curtains to AS-interface
(August 2005)
LC Automation are members of the UK AS-interface Expert Alliance and leading suppliers of AS-interface and 'Safety at Work' products and solutions
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
Flexible machine control is simple-to-configure
(May 2005)
Flexible Machine Control In A Single, Simple-To-Configure Unit eGard is a new, fully modular approach to controlling access to hazardous machinery and equipment
New 05 Range from ifm electronic breaks the mould
(May 2005)
This elegant new design from sensor market leader ifm electronic combines stainless steel and plastics in a range of photoelectric sensors for universal use
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