Dewesoft Spotlight Interactive Magazine

These days we know that getting email after email about products from our suppliers isn't how you want to spend your working day. So Our supplier DEWESoft has come up with the perfect solution-An interactive online magazine.  

Dear DEWESoft friends, 

As you already know we never sleep, rest, wait, stop. We work, plan, organise, develop, innovate, give.

Our goal is to keep you informed, but sending too many emails and newsletters gets confusing and annoying.

We decided to make another step and create an interactive online magazine that will help you follow our progress on our latest product releases, applications, news and upcoming events.

What motivates us and keeps us going is a close cooperation with you. Take a part in making Spotlight even better and send us your feedback and comments at spotlight@dewesoft.com.

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Application 154- Frankenstein Bolt Fastening Measurement

Application Summary

Ensuring that the monster’s head stays in place, our good friend Dr. Frankenstein uses FUTEK’s LTH Thru-Hole Load Cells to measure the tightening forces applied to his bolts.

Products in Use

Thru-Hole/Donut Load Cell (LTH Series) paired with TRS Rotary Torque Sensor and Instrumentation (USB Solutions).

How it Works

1. It would be "off with his head" if Dr. Frankenstein were to let his monster's bolts loosen.
2. Not wanting to overshadow the infamous tale of the headless horseman, Dr. Frankenstein used FUTEK's Rotary Torque Sensor to ensure that the torque he applied as he tightened the bolts would withstand the ravages of time.
3. Yet, Frankenstein didn't want to over torque the bolts as well. Thus, he incorporated the use for FUTEK's Thru-Hole Load Cell to fine-tune this procedure.
4. His precise measurements for both torque and force were streamed via the blood red USB520 device and the onyx USB220 to be displayed onto his 21st Century Turing Machine.
5. To learn more about bolt fastening in a realistic setting,see application 102.

For further information on Futek and its products please contact Metromatics +61 7 3868 4255 or sales@metromatics.com.au

For outside this region please contact our supplier Futek +1 949 465 0900 or ehsan@futek.com 

Configuration Management | Jim on Engineering, Episode 36

If you want to know what and how the products from Crystal Rugged are made. Check out Jim Shaw's, Executive Vice President of Engineering Video Blog. He explains in detail topics related to operational, deployable, and high reliability computing applications.

In this video blog Jim Shaw, explains the importance of configuration management to the industry. 

If your interested in more information in video blog form by Jim shaw check it out here https://www.crystalrugged.com/video-blog/

Information on this blog has been provided by our supplier Crystal Rugged.

For further information on Crystal Rugged products in Australia and New Zealand, please contact Metromatics +61 7 3868 4255 or sales@metromatics.com.au

for outside that area please contact Crystal Rugged on +1 319-378-1636

Nova Electric’s Rugged Galaxy-Series Converter

RUGGED MILITARY GRADE  LIGHTWEIGHT, AND RELIABLE!

Nova's Rugged Military Grade Galaxy Series Solid State Frequency Converters are high-reliability AC power sources specifically designed for demanding applications in high shock, vibration, humidity, and EMI environments. They are built to meet to MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-901, MIL-STD-740, MIL-STD-167, DOD-STD-1399, and others. MIL-STD-1399 compliance is optional. These converters offer maximum field-proven reliability for severe environment and high reliability applications such as HMMWV, UAV, Shipboard, Submarine, Aircraft, Mobile Power Units, Shelters, Transportable Systems, Tactical Systems, Ground Support, and more.

Features Include:

• Reliable Transformer Isolated Topology
• 2U-5U Rack Mount Sizes and Bulkhead Mount Cabinets Available
• 500W – 30+KW Capacities in Single or Three Phase Configurations Available
• Ability to withstand high inrush loads such as motors and compressors
• Built to meet MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, MIL-S-901, MIL-STD-740, MIL-STD-167, and DOD-STD-1399.
• SNMP, RS232, and CanBus Communications Available

For further information or pricing about any of the Nova Electric product range in Australia or New Zealand, please contact Metromatics on +61 7 3868 4255 or sales@metromatics.com.au

For outside the above mentioned area, please contact Nova Electric directly on +1 201-385-0500 ext. 115 or mike@novaelectric.com 

EME have recently introduced the PicoPetite.

The EME PicoPetite is also a fully ruggedised Data acquisition system

The EME PicoPetite is the most compact, self-contained, full featured Data Acquisition System (DAS) ever designed and manufactured. This DAS measures only 2.00 inches (length) by 2.33 inches (width) by 1.1 inches (height) and weighs less than 5 ounces for 32 channels. Additional channels can be added or removed in 8 channel increments adding or subtracting only 0.218 inches per 8 Channels to the height dimension. Up to 64 channels can be installed in a single unit and units can be daisy chained together for extremely high channel counts. EME has sacrificed no features to achieve this small size.

The Picopetite is manufactured with a self-contained T6 aluminium housing, designed to be hard-wearing and shock-resistant. Allowing for it to be used in some of the harshest conditions. 

Features:

• 250 G+ Operation
• SAE J211 Compliant
• simultaneous Sampling
• Up to 250 kHz Sampling Rate
• Extremely Small Size
• 16 bit A/D Resolution
• 2.5/5/10 Volt Individual Excitations
• Low Power Consumption
• Windows ® XP/Vista/7/8

About EME:

EME Corporation is a manufacturer of advanced real time Data Acquisition Systems (DAS). EME’s Data Acquisition Systems are used in Australian Automotive industry for new product testing and safety and in the Australian Defence Forces for Crew Safety.

Contact Metromatics now if you are in Australia or New Zealand.

Metromatics +61 7 3868 4255 or sales@metromatics.com.au

For outside this region please contact our supplier directly on 410-544-8563 or info@emecorp.com 

X-ES Introduces the XCalibur5090 6U Digital Signal Processing Module with Dual Xilinx Virtex-7 FPGAs

Extreme Engineering Solutions, Inc. (X-ES) announces The XCalibur5090, a high-performance, reconfigurable, conduction-cooled 6U LRM module based on the Xilinx Virtex-7 family of FPGAs. With a pair of Virtex-7 FPGA, high-speed serial interfaces, DAC and ADC channels, external memory, and flexible, high-density I/O, the XCalibur5090 is ideal for customisable, high-bandwidth, signal-processing applications.

The XCalibur5090 utilises four AD9739 and two ADC12D1600RF to provide four channels of high-frequency 14-bit Digital Analogue Conversion (DAC) at 2500 Mbps and four channels of 12-bit Analogue Digital Conversion (ADC) at 1600 Mbps for high-performance Digital Signal Processing (DSP), which can also be used as two channels at 3200 Mbps.

The XCalibur5090 provides a high-performance, feature-rich solution capable of interfacing to and processing streaming data from a wide variety of sensors. The X-ES FPGA Development Kit (FDK) is provided to support the requirements of high-performance, real-time, embedded streaming data applications and simplify FPGA development. It includes IP blocks, example FPGA designs, and software to control and communicate with FPGAs.

Features Include

• Two Xilinx Virtex-7 XC7VX690T FPGAs
• Up to 1 GB of DDR3 SDRAM per FPGA in two channels
• Non-volatile FPGA configuration flash
• 128 MB of user NOR flash per FPGA
• Conduction-cooled 6U LRM form factor
• Four 14-bit 2500 MSPS AD9739 DAC
• Two dual-channel 12-bit 3200 MSPS ADC12D1600RF ADC
• 234 single-ended FPGA interconnects
• Eight high-speed serial FPGA interconnects
• 28 FPGA GPO to the backplane
• 51 FPGA GPI from the backplane
• 17 FPGA GPIO to the backplane
• FPGA Development Kit (FDK)

For further information or pricing about any of the X-ES product range in Australia or New Zealand, please contact Metromatics on +61 7 3868 4255 or sales@metromatics.com.au

For outside the above mentioned area, please contact X-ES directly on +1 608 833 1155 or sales@xes-inc.com  

QuickLabel Introduces The Kiaro! External Pause Control Module.

Your Kiaro!/Kiaro! D Can Integrate with a Label Applicator in Loose-Loop Configuration via the External Pause Module.

QuickLabel 's Kiaro! and Kiaro! D printers easily support loose-loop integration with automatic label applicators via the use of the Kiaro! External Pause Control module. This interface module can trigger the Kiaro! to print a batch of labels, pause, or stop – all the functionality necessary to fill a loose loop.

The Kiaro! External Pause Control module allows a Kiaro! or Kiaro! D label printer to be controlled via a simple pause/go pulse from a host label applicator system that can be mated with the printer by a system integrator.

The module also allows the end user to download a batch of labels and print/eject one label at a time using a button on the module. This pre-programmed module eliminates the need to read and understand the commands that are sent to the printer, or the need to program the controller to send those commands at the right time and in the right sequence.

The Kiaro! External Pause Control module can be configured to print a single label at a time, or multiple labels (2, 5, 10, 20, 50 or 100) or the entire print job.

The unit operates in “Standard” printing mode by default, where the Kiaro! automatically manages print head cleaning and maintenance between print cycles

Features:

• Allow simple, seamless integration of the Kiaro! and Kiaro! D with external devices such as a label applicator
• Eliminates the need for costly, time-consuming control system programming and debugging
• LCD display acts as a local status monitor for printer activity, no need to go back to host computer for detailed printer status, over 65 status/warning/error messages
• Printer status can be reported through external hardware such as a light pole, audible alert or other device
• Multiple configurable internal or external logic levels support connection to a wide range of external devices
• One Year Warranty, Fully supported and guaranteed to work with the Kiaro! and Kiaro! D by QuickLabel Systems
• Dimensions: 4.0” W x 2.25” H x 4.875” D (102mm W x 57mm H x 124mm D)

Contact Metromatics now if you are in Australia or New Zealand.

Metromatics +61 7 3868 4255 or sales@metromatics.com.au

For outside this region please contact our supplier Quicklabel Systems directly on +1 401 828 4000 or sales@Quicklabel.com

Importance of Independent Lab Testing | Jim on Engineering, Episode 35

If you want to know what and how the products from Crystal Rugged are made. Check out Jim Shaw's, Executive Vice President of Engineering Video Blog. He explains in detail topics related to operational, deployable, and high reliability computing applications.

In this video blog Jim Shaw, discusses the importance of independent lab testing. 

If your interested in more information in video blog form by Jim shaw check it out here https://www.crystalrugged.com/video-blog/

Information on this blog has been provided by our supplier Crystal Rugged.

For further information on Crystal Rugged products in Australia and New Zealand, please contact Metromatics +61 7 3868 4255 or sales@metromatics.com.au

for outside that area please contact Crystal Rugged on +1 319-378-1636

Futek Introduces the new IAA Family

Introducing the new IAA Family - two in-line amplifiers for any full bridge strain gauge sensor with mV/V range outputs. These two models provide either voltage or current output. The sleek enclosure is durable allowing the amplifier to be used in a wide range of industrial environments and includes an integrated DIN clip. We invite you to explore all of the features the IAA100 and IAA200 have to offer.

256 Shunt Selections

Shunt resistors allow our users to simulate measurements, verifying whether their sensor(s) still meet their initial specs. Our IAA models feature 8 shunt resistors, which offer our users up to 256 different shunt combinations.

Screw Terminal Connectors

With the release of this new amplifier, our team evaluated all opportunities to improve function and performance. The IAA models feature a screw terminal. Not only do they decrease the noise, but they're also easier to use.

Robust Construction

To help ease integration, we fixed a DIN rail clip onto the aluminum housing of our amplifiers. Switching from a plastic enclosure to an aluminum one also increases its durability while still being able to maintain its light weight.

Impressive Input Range

Input ranges vary so having a product that caters to a wide sensitivity range of sensitivity is helpful. That's why our Electrical Engineering team developed the IAA models to accepts an input range from 0.5 to 10.0 mV/V.

Click on the video below to see more of the IAA Family

Application 153 Oktoberfest Fermentation Tank Measurement

Application Summary

Perfecting a good beer takes equal parts of great grains, as well as great equipment. Fermentation vessels are integral in the outcome of beer's taste, color, and alcohol content. Load cells are used to monitor the tank's contents throughout the brewing process.

Products in Use

Four Pancake Load Cells (LCF Family) paired with instrumentation (IAC200 and USB520).

How it Works

1. In commercial breweries, the contents of fermentation tanks (vessels) need to be accurately gaged throughout it's brewing period. These breweries tend to use load cells at the base of their tanks to monitor these measurements.
2. In this depiction, four LCF Family pancake load cells were installed at the base of each of the tank's posts.
3. After the fermentation process concludes, the brewers will need to drain the tank to proceed with packaging the beer.
4. As this occurs, a carefully siphoned amount of liquid leaves the tank. This measurement is monitored by the LCF load cells and passed to a summing junction box (IAC200).
5. The summing junction box averages the beer's emptying rate from the tank and streams that to the USB520, which can display the data on a PC.

Rugged Firewalls | Jim on Engineering, Episode 34

If you want to know what and how the products from Crystal Rugged are made. Check out Jim Shaw's, Executive Vice President of Engineering Video Blog. He explains in detail topics related to operational, deployable, and high reliability computing applications.

In this video blog Jim Shaw, discusses firewalls and the distinction between firewalls, switches and routers. 

If your interested in more information in video blog form by Jim shaw check it out here https://www.crystalrugged.com/video-blog/

Information on this blog has been provided by our supplier Crystal Rugged.

For further information on Crystal Rugged products in Australia and New Zealand, please contact Metromatics +61 7 3868 4255 or sales@metromatics.com.au

for outside that area please contact Crystal Rugged on +1 319-378-1636

Structural and Kinematic Design | Jim on Engineering, Episode 33

If you want to know what and how the products from Crystal Rugged are made. Check out Jim Shaw's, Executive Vice President of Engineering Video Blog. He explains in detail topics related to operational, deployable, and high reliability computing applications.

In this video blog Jim Shaw, explains the importance of structural and kinematic design for rugged computing. 

If your interested in more information in video blog form by Jim shaw check it out here https://www.crystalrugged.com/video-blog/

Information on this blog has been provided by our supplier Crystal Rugged.

For further information on Crystal Rugged products in Australia and New Zealand, please contact Metromatics +61 7 3868 4255 or sales@metromatics.com.au

for outside that area please contact Crystal Rugged on +1 319-378-1636

New Rugged Industrial Ethernet Switches and Fibre Media Converters Feature UL Class 1 Div 2 Approvals

Acromag offers Antaira rugged Ethernet switches and a media converter to complement their remote Ethernet I/O product families.

The LNX Series of unmanaged rugged industrial Ethernet switches and IMC media converters are now available from Acromag. Select from a variety of models with up to 8 ports for copper or fibre cabling on fast Ethernet or Gigabit networks. Most units support extended -40 to 75°C operation and include a rugged IP30 aluminium enclosure that resists shock, vibration, and free-fall impacts.

The LNX-800AG model is an 8-port gigabit Ethernet switch. This switch provides eight 10/100/100Tx RJ45 ports with high EFT/ ESD protection and dual power input with reverse power polarity protection. 

The similar LNX-800A model is an economical 8-port switch for 10/100BaseTx network connections. 

For fibre optic connections, Acromag offers the LNX-0702G gigabit Ethernet switch that provides two dual-rate 100/1000Fx SFP slots and five copper 10/100/1000Tx ports. Plug-in SFP transceivers offer a cost-effective solution to accommodate single and multi-mode communication. 

The LNX-802AG model provides two single or multi-mode gigabit fibre Ethernet ports plus six 10/100/1000Tx ports. Another option is the IMC-100A fibre media converter that connects between 10/100Base-Tx and 100Base-Fx cabling to extend the distance of your network, add flexibility and improve performance. All switches include auto MDI/MDI-X function, store-and-forward switching architecture, and a five-year warranty.

The industrial Ethernet switches and media converters carry UL/cUL Class 1 Div 2 certifications, providing an ideal companion to Acromag's remote I/O modules. 

 

For further information on the Antaira Rugged Ethernet Switches & Media Converters or Acromag's remote Ethernet I/O Modules in Australia and New Zealand, please contact Metromatics on +61 73868 4255 or sales@metromatics.com.au

 

For outside this area, please contact Acromag directly on +1 248 624 1541 or sales@acromag.com  

 

 

Short Circuit Analysis for Railway Power Supply Systems

 

Short-circuit analysis at railway power supply systems is a typical application for the Transient recording function of the Dewesoft power analyser. At the expansion of short-circuits in railway power supply systems it is often assumed that the short-circuit current is split in thirds. 

 

One third flows via the return conductor, one third via the rail track and one third in the earth. In reality, the results differs a lot and strongly depends on the ambient conditions (soil, grounding, etc.). 
 

The Dewesoft Power Analyser allows measuring the expansion of the short-circuit with automatic evaluation. Parameters like peak current, AC and DC part of the short circuit, time of the short circuit and a lot more can be calculated. Furthermore high-speed cameras and thermal imaging cameras can be connected to the system for comprehensive analysis.

 

 

Highlights

• High sampling rate
• Storing raw data
• Analysis at all line frequencies (16.7Hz, 50Hz, 60Hz, etc.)
• Triggering on different channels (analogue, digital, math, power, power quality etc.)

Typical configuration

• SIRIUS R2DB
• 1x Voltage
• 7x Current

 

 

 

 

For further information on the Dewesoft Short Circuit Analysis Solution in Australia or New Zealand, please contact Metromatics on +61 7 3868 4255 or sales@metromatics.com.au

 

If outside this area, please contact Dewesoft  on +43 3132 2252 or sales@dewesoft.com

 

 

A match made in heaven

Semi Automatic Label Applicator that works with the Kiaro

Finally a labelling solution for On Demand colour printing and label application that won't let you down. Great Engineering and QuickLabel Systems have combined to bring you the very best in colour printing and the most flexible label applicator so that you can print to your orders as you pack them. This will reduce your label wastage and costly down time. 

The QuickLabel Systems Kiaro is a versatile inkjet colour label printer that prints stunning labels at a 1200 dpi high resolution at speeds up to 8 inches per second that is sold and supported in Australia and New Zealand by Metromatics.

To increase productivity, reduce cost and enhance your product presentation we recommend the BenchMAX Labelling machine manufactured by Great Engineering. This fast reliable ‘On Demand’ labelling solution will not let you down in your most critical times. You can use any type of label on any round container. Straight out of the box you can be labelling within 4 minutes on any product. The BenchMAX will reduce your labour cost and also the expense of wasted labels. The BenchMAX can save 15 – 20 metres of wasted labels every day.
 

This versatile industrial machine will reduce your double handling by at least 3 times. The BenchMAX has the capacity to label products in millions while having the flexibility to meet short run packaging needs.

The Orientation feature ensures repeatable and accurate over labelling. This is essential for precise labelling and relabeling for export or oversticking additional labels. It is more cost effective to add multiple BenchMAX machines to your production then to have a conveyor type-labelling machine. 

The BenchMAX includes:

• Orientation
• Automatic Attachment
• Small Container Adaptor

Contact Metromatics now for more information on the Quicklabels Kiaro if you are in Australia or New Zealand.
 

Metromatics +61 7 3868 4255 or sales@metromatics.com.au

Contact Great Engineering for the BenchMAX Semi Automatic Labeller on +61 3 9646-8688 or sales@greatengineering.com
 

 

X-ES and their products

Metromatics has become the sole distributor of X-ES products in Australia and New Zealand.

Many of you may have seen in our newsletters some new products that you haven't heard or seen before. These would be from our new supplier X-ES, which we have become the sole distributor of.

Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES) is a leader in the design, manufacture, and support of embedded computing solutions for computer-intensive military, communications, commercial, and industrial applications.

They provide a product portfolio of commercial-grade to fully ruggedised boards and systems. As well as Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) products and excel in providing custom products, from modified COTS to full-scale custom designs.

SBCs & Processor Modules

X-ES provides SBCs and Processor Modules based on the latest Intel® and Freescale PowerPC (PPC) processors. 

Single Board Computers (SBCs) 3U VPX 6U VPX VME 3U CompactPCI 6U CompactPCI  Processor Modules XMC PMC COM Express Features air-cooled conduction-cooled

FPGA Modules

X-ES provides a line of high-performance FPGA processing modules in industry-standard XMC and 3U VPX form factors.

features  FMC sites Daughter cards I/O compatibility ideal solutions for high-end RF signal acquisition, SDR, and DSP requirements.

Rugged Systems
  Designed to be hard-wearing and shock-resistant. Allowing for it to be used in some of the harshest conditions. 

Features Small Form Factor (SFF), SWaP and Cost-Optimised, Sub-½ ATR Rugged COTS System utilising 3U VPX, PMC, and XMC Modules Intel® Core™ i7, Intel® Atom™, or Freescale QorIQ-Based System with XMC or PMC Support. ½ ATR Forced-Air-Cooled Chassis for Conduction-Cooled Modules.

Switches, Routers & Networking

X-ES provides Gigabit and 10 Gigabit Ethernet switch and router modules, as well as combined PCI Express (PCIe) and Gigabit Ethernet switch modules.

	Features high-performance Small Form Factor (SFF) networking solutions that function as secure, standalone, managed switches and routers.  operate in the most demanding environmental conditions.
	Features Network Interface Controller (NIC) modules  high-performance 10 Gigabit Ethernet access via a processor board's XMC site.  communicate with their host processor using PCI Express and provide 10 Gigabit,  Ethernet through fibre connections copper connections

I/O Modules, Storage & Carriers

Xes has multiple I/O modules, storage and carrier which can support a series of functions.

	Features multiple ports and multiple communication protocols  3U CompactPCI, 6U CompactPCI, PMC, PCI, AMC utilize Freescale Power QUICC II processors.  support multiple SCC and SMC ports
	Features  high density Solid State Disk (SSD) storage solutions removable SSD storage options
	Features carriers for XMC and PMC modules in VPX, CompactPCI, and VME form factors.  intelligent or non-intelligent.

Power Supplies

Extremely rugged VPX & CompactPCI power supplies

Features reduce the SWaP, cost, and complexity of systems. tested to a number of Military standards, including MIL-STD-704, MIL-STD-1275, MIL-STD-461, and MIL-STD-810. 300 W of output power from a single 0.8 inch slot Integrated EMI filtering & transient suppression Integrated Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) Internal Hold-Up

Development Systems & RTMs

all of these products can be used together or can be purchased separately.

	COTS development systems enable projects to get started quickly.  They are configured with the COTS boards specific to your application and a Board Support Package (BSP) enabling you to focus on and start your application development quickly.
	X-ES Rear Transition Modules (RTMs) and PMC Interface Modules (PIMs) provide I/O through the rear of a chassis. RTMs and PIMs can be utilised in production systems that can support an RTM bay in the chassis.
	Back planes enable customers to perform their system integration, development, and testing on their schedule, not the schedule of a back plane vendor.

For further information or pricing about any of the X-ES product range in Australia or New Zealand, please contact Metromatics on +61 7 3868 4255 or sales@metromatics.com.au

For outside the above mentioned area, please contact X-ES directly on +1 608 833 1155 or sales@xes-inc.com