Advantech has launched two new TPC Automation Control Panels that offer greater expansion capabilities, expanded DI/DO support and extended fieldbus control support. Each of the new 15” and 6” models uses the fanless low power consuming Intel® AtomTM 1.8GHz processor making them ideal for a range of machine automation and factory automation applications.

The TPC-71H Series feature a PCI-e expansion slot which supports four control protocols (Profibus, PROFINET, EtherCAT and Powerlink). With this feature, users can connect with PLCs such as Advantech’s APAX for further control and monitoring easily. This also supports the needs for the future of the IoT. In addition, TPC-71H Series (except for 6”) are integrated with eight isolated DI/DO ports which helps to connect with sensor devices for alarm function at industrial environments.

Furthermore, to ensure that the TPC can operate properly without data loss, TPC-71H Series provide RTC battery backup for real time data management in case of accidental power failure. By combining an external antenna and communication modules, such as Wi-Fi, GPS, and Bluetooth, TPC-71 Series has an excellent wireless performance.

Amplicon announces the launch of three fanless embedded computers to join the popular Impact-R industrial range - Impact-R 155F Impact-R 205F and Impact-R 1000F. The new systems are completely silent DC powered Industrial PCs; all utilise the new Intel Atom D2700 2.13GB dual core processor. These systems have no moving parts or fans and are compact units that can fit small area applications or a 1U short depth rack. With PCI and PCIe expansion available 32GB SATA SSD (SLC) drive plus 2GB memory as standard these are completely robust and reliable units. Available in three editions with I/O and advanced graphics capability they are perfect for applications where a full size system is unsuitable. Free competition: To celebrate the launch of the new Amplicon Impact-R range we are giving away 5 Atop Serial to Ethernet converters.

Columbia, SC, February 14, 2012 — Kontron today introduced the storage and networking server FS3100, a versatile, multi-function 3U NEBS-compliant platform that is ideal for mission critical streaming media, lawful interception and security/data storage applications. The Kontron FS3100 combines I/O capacity, storage adaptability, network port density and processor performance, all in a 3U, 20" depth platform. Kontron will present the FS3100 to equipment vendors at booth (2A28) during Mobile World Congress 2012 in Barcelona, February 27 – March 1.

Packing more performance and versatility into a 20-inch, 3U commercial-off-the-shelf footprint solves many design and time-to-market issues for TEMs who need to deploy applications in space constraint networks. Designing applications on a single Kontron FS3100 – instead of multiple specialized servers – dramatically accelerates design cycles and reduces the overall cost of ownership.

Tokyo, February 14, 2012 - Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6503) announced today the launch of 8.4-inch SVGA, 10.4-inch SVGA and 12.1-inch SVGA color TFT-LCD modules. These industrial-use models feature super-wide viewing angles, wide-ranging operational temperatures and extended-duration LED backlighting. Sales of the 8.4-inch SVGA and 10.4-inch SVGA modules will begin on March 1, and for the 12.1-inch SVGA module on April 1, through Mitsubishi Electric offices worldwide. These industrial-use modules will be presented at FPD China 2012 held in Shanghai, China on March 20-22. Initial production has been set at 5,000 units per month for each model.

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