#4 2006

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Programmable controllers: minimally requisite functionality

Itskovich E.L. Featured properties of modern controllers for process automation

State of Russian controller market is analyzed; key features of the state of the art are discerned and development trends are identified. The paper shows that the knowledge of all these factors plays significant role in controllers` selection for specific applications because it allows to take account of their operation efficiency.

Yegorov E.V. Wide choice with no alternative

The need of Russian market for various types of programmable controllers is discussed.

Filimonov D.A. TECON controllers: Made in Russia!

Key trends that determine the controller market growth are reviewed. With the example of various type controllers from TECON Group, the paper discusses how domestic manufacturers should respond to the changes of users` requirements to take the lead in the Russian PLC market.

Serdyukov O.V., Timoshin A.I., Kulaghin S.A., Nestulya R.V., Skvortsov A.N., Doroshkin A.A., Sorokin I.V. Industrial controllers for process automation

The paper overviews industrial controllers from Modular Systems Tornado that can be applied in process control, supervisory control, and measuring / information systems of power, oil and gas, chemical, and process industries, transport, municipal engineering, etc. Controllers` technical features are distinguished, and their classification is made based on their applications. An outlook of MST`s hard-/software possible development trends is included.

Alexeev A.A. Distributed automation systems based on programmable microprocessor controllers

Featured capabilities and performance attributes of novel CPU-17 and CPU-20A processor modules developed by EMICON CJSC per request of Angarsk Electrolysis-Chemical Works (Angarsk, Russia).

Dolganov I.Yu. SIMATIC programmable controllers

Siemens PLCs are a part of a wide range of industrial control and communication software as well as of integrated automation solutions united under Simatic trademark. The paper presents modern PLCs from Siemens exemplified in SIMATIC S7/C7/WinAC families.

Kraevsky L.K. Allen Bradley programmable controllers

Engineering solutions applied in ControlLogix, FlexLogix, and CompactLogix controllers of Allen-Bradley Logix family.

Zateev A.S. Teleautomatics systems and tools

The paper shows that SCADAPack controllers meet the requirements to the equipment of modern teleautomatics systems. Application features and performance attributes of 7 device series varying in capacity, communicartion abilities, and other features are discussed.

A new concept of monoblock PLCs from Mitsubishi Electric

Technical improvement trends for monoblock programmable controllers are discussed with the case study of FX3U Series PLC.

Graphical operator panel and PLC in a single OPLC device

The characteristics of M90/91 and Vision series and JAZZ brand-new micro-OPLC are presented.

PLCs and HMI-PLCs from Moeller: flexible and scaleable solutions

Moeller`s automation hardware is known for its state-of-the-art solutions. The most remarkable are XC200 programmable controllers and XV200/400 operator panels that enable not only visualization and operator/system interaction but full-scope process control as well.

Mashtakov A.D. What is primary: hardware or software?

The requirements to modern industrial controllers are formulated. The ways to converge PLC and PC are outlined such as PLC hardware unification and special software application on conventional PCs. The possibility of process control hardware replacement with software is discussed with the case study of Beckhoff CX1000B controllers` characteristics and capabilities.

Bretman V.V. Kontron`s open industrial solutions: popularity sources

"Openness" is a honored feature today among industrial systems developers and is the most frequently mentioned in case of either a new system design or an existing one`s modernization. The increasing interest to open solutions becomes apparent not only in industry but in IT industry as a whole. This phenomenon is underpinned by the human factor: governed by common sense and based on the earlier experiencing with proprietary products the users inevitably come openness and the orientation on industry standards.

Petrov I.V. Simplified IEC programming tools: PLC user`s destiny?

Independent on PLC price level, the PLC programmer is entitled to demand from the vendor the top class programming tools supporting the latest computing technology advances. The paper discusses the application features of existing controller programming tools and their development prospect.

Gulenok A.V. Data logging with Simatic S7-200 micro-PLC

Simple and flexible equipment condition data logging, storage, retrieval, and farther processing with standard processing procedures of electronic spreadsheets such as MS Excel, is a necessary function of machine tools and devices. The opportunities of data logging with the help of Simatic S7-200 micro-PLC is considered.

Schneider Electric presents new Unity software

Schneider Electric has launched completely revamped Unity software suite. Combined with new processors for Premium Quantum and Atrium (Modicon series), this software exemplifies a new performance-oriented approach to development and operation of automation systems.

Korshakov K.A. Hydroelectric generators control system for Balimela hydropower plant

The specialists of Rakurs Scientific and Production Company have commissioned the automated control system for hydroelectric generators Nos 7 and 8 of Balimela hydropower plant (India). The paper presents system`s structure and hard-/software components and lists its functions.

Four dimensions of HARTING. An overview of commutation components for Industrial Ethernet

The paper discusses four key development lines of commutation components (switches, hubs, connectors, and cables) for Industrial Ethernet: variable number of ports, improved protection rate against external actions, "manual" control capabilities, compatibility with other vendors` equipment.

Vasiliev V.G. CD9904 speedometer for car tire test rig

CD9904 Digital Speedometer for test rigs was designed and launched for lot production in the Specialized Design Office of Etalon Scientific and Production Company (Omsk, Russia). The instrument`s main destination and application field is velocity, distance, and time measurements during car tires testing on the test bed in process of their design and manufacturing.