The i20 Advantage Video Presentation

These Videos are here to explain the i20 Technology.

The i2o Advantage - part 1 of 3

This video explain why you need peer-to-peer technology so you gain the i2o advantage. i2o Technology: Which is one of he easiest way to link your inputs to your outputs without a PLC, PC or master CPU. This is part 1 of a 3 part series of the i2o advantage.

The i2o Advantage - part 2 of 3

This video explains how i2o works along with I/O mapping for digital I/O, analog I/O, and temperature. Configuration examples are also explained.

The i2o Advantage - part 3 of 3

In this final series four applications are explained.
1. Paper plant remote monitoring application,
2. remote pump control with i2o back to Modicon 984 PLC application,
3. power utilities switching & sensing application,
4. i2o with redundant fiber optics Acromag Ethernet switches.

Krypton™ - Ruggedised Distributed EtherCAT Data Acquisition Modules by Dewesoft and Video Presentation

A companion to rely on

KRYPTON DAQ modules are engineered precisely to withstand all conditions and operate flawlessly in cold places, hot places, dust, mud, water and snow. KRYPTONs are shock proof, vibration proof, milled out of full block of aluminium and filled with rubber.

They are a fully compliant EtherCAT, IP67 rated and operate at temperatures from -40⁰C - 85⁰C.

Put it right in place

Small KRYPTON modules allow perfect placement near the source of your data. Connect with single cable for data, power and sync. Short sensor wiressave cost and improve the signal quality. Data link allows up to 100 m distance from module to module. You can also stack them up in blocks using simple lock mechanism.

Perfect connectivity

KRYPTON modules are connected to your computer via industrial standard Ethernet connection (EtherCAT protocol) which provides 100 Mbit data link for hundreds of channels with more than 10 kHz data rate per channel and perfect synchronisation between devices.

For more details see the KRYPTON video presentation

Application Note: Monitoring Stator Temperatures with Remote Profibus I/O

Defining the Problem:

A Power Plant has Hydroelectric Generators with 10 ohm copper 3 wire RTDs embedded in the stator motor windings. The RTDs are far away from a PLC in the control room. The long distance is picking up noise that is interfering with their measurements.

System Requirements:

A Siemens PLC can communicate using Profibus DP / RS485. Install Remote Profibus I/O, Class 1 Div 2 approved, close to the RTDs. Shorter RTDs, with proper shields and grounding techniques, will significantly reduce the noise for more accurate measurements. 

Featured Product 

966PB-2006

Implementing the Solution:       

1. Select a Slave Address and configure the 966PB-2006 parameters using a GSD file. Download the file into the PLC.               

2. Wire the RTDs, power and Earth Ground.                                                                     

3. Program the PLC for 50 to 80°C normal RTD temperature ranges.

4. Validate the measurements.

Why Acromag: 

The on for interoperability with Profibus equipment ensuring ease of set up and operation. The products are fully isolated and engineered with a Siemens SPC3 intelligent ASIC providing reliable Profibus communications.

This application note was provided by our supplier Acromag.

For further information about the Acromag products used in this application, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Metromatics   I    07 3868 4255   I   sales@metromatics.com.au

The Kiaro! D family of printers achieves BS5609 Certfication

The Kiaro! D family of label printers have officially passed the BS5609 Certification for GHS labels. The Kairo! D family are available in three models for any sized label, and all are able to produce BS5609-compliant labels.

What does BS5609 Certification mean exactly?

BS5609 certification is the internationally recognised British Standard for pressure-sensitive adhesive labels used for overseas shipping. Also known as the Marine Immersion Label Testing Standard. Chemical manufacturers refer to this standard when their labels are used on hazardous chemical containers transported by overseas shipping.
The certification establishes whether or not the labels remain adhesive and readable when coming into prolonged contact with the abrasive nature of both sea water and sand.
Elements, including those required by GHS, such as red and black ink of GHS pictograms, hazard statements and health warnings all must remain identifiable on the label with slight or no colour change or print removal in order to pass BS5609 certification. 



The Kiaro! D family consists of three models 

	The Kiaro! D Label Printer Variable colour shoe box labels, hardware labels, electrical labels, lighting labels, industrial product labels, and colour warehouse labels are examples of ideal uses of the Kiaro! D. Its reliable operation, 5.9 ips print speed, and 1200 dpi print quality make the Kiaro! D a star performer for your packaging room or production facility. Like the original Kiaro!, the Kiaro! D prints labels from 1”- 4” wide and up to more than 15” in length. The Kiaro! D is compatible with matte polypropylene and paper label materials and doesn’t require lamination to make durable labels.
	The Kiaro! 200 D Label Printer The Kiaro! 200D is the quintessential extra-wide label printer, capable of making durable labels in large sizes for gallon jugs, shipping drums, pallets, cartons, and cases – all in full CMYK colour.
	The Kiaro! 50 D Label Printer  The Kiaro! 50D is small and tough. It prints small, durable labels that withstand big challenges from industrial environments. The Kiaro! 50D is ideal for printing small GHS labels with red and black pictograms that also have brand logos and product graphics in full CMYK colour!

Information on this blog has been provided by our supplier Quicklabel Systems.

For further information on the The Quicklabels Kiaro! D family or printing GHS Compliant labels which need to be BS5609 Certified in Australia or New Zealand, please contact 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

Wind Tunnel Testing

Application Summary

Wind tunnels are used in aerodynamic research to study the effects of air moving past solid objects referred to as models. A model is mounted onto a stationary tri-axial sensor which provides measurement of the pressure placed on the object at test.

Products in Use

Tri-Axial Load Cell (MTA400) paired with Instrumentation (CSG110 Amplifier & USB Solutions).

How it Works

1. Researchers use wind tunnels to learn more about the relationship between airflow and an object. Precise measurement modules are needed to accurately record findings.
2. The MTA400 is fixed on a test stand to quantify the force placed on a model. The model is then fastened onto the Tri-Axial Load Cell which will record precise pressure measurement in response to the conditions of the wind tunnel.
3. These force measures can be streamed to a PC utilizing FUTEK's USB Solutions.
4. Once streamed to a PC, that data can then be monitored by FUTEK's SENSIT™ Test and Measurement Software. SENSIT can monitor up to 16 channels of measurement readings, as well as live graph and data log.

This application note was provided by our supplier Futek.

For further information about the Futek products used in this application, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Metromatics   I    07 3868 4255   I   sales@metromatics.com.au

How to weigh a medical saline or IV bag

Application Summary

In IV or saline bag weighing, high-precision, In-Line load cells are needed. For this application, FUTEK’s LSB200 Miniature S-Beam Load Cell will measure the tension force applied by an IV bag.

Products in Use

Miniature S-Beam Jr. (LSB200) paired with Instrumentation (IPM650, IHH500, USB Solutions, or CSG110 Amplifier).

How it Works

1. Laboratory equipment, such as dialysis machines or patient monitoring devices, often use test and measurement products either within the machinery or for quality testing.

2. In this illustration, FUTEK’s LSB200 miniature load cell has been mounted to the fixture frame of the IV bag weighing apparatus.

3. Utilising a LSB200 accessory hook, the IV bag can then be anchored to the load cell.

4. The LSB200, equipped with built-in overload protection, will then measure the tensile force applied, streaming the data to any of the following instruments: CSG110, IHH500, IPM650 or USB Solutions.

5. If utilising either of FUTEK's digital displays or USB Solutions, options exist for technicians to record results, log and graph data with SENSIT Test and Measurement Software.

This application note was provided by our supplier Futek.

For further information about the Futek products used in this application, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Metromatics   I    07 3868 4255   I   sales@metromatics.com.au


 

Record Building Water Usage with Remote Ethernet I/O

Defining the Problem:  Regulatory Compliance - To meet environmental standards by monitoring the usage and quality of water used by a school or business.  System will record the temperature, pressure, and flow rate for reporting purposes.

System Requirements:

Field instruments used are pressure transmitters (PT), temperature sensors (T/C), and flowmeters (FM) with 4-20mA outputs. Remote I/O convert the analogue inputs to Modbus TCP/IP on Ethernet which communicates with the Building Automation System (BAS) for data logging, trending, and histograms.

Implementing the Solution:

1. Configure the module using Acromag Windows® based software via USB connection.

2. Connect the field instruments and verify input status using the software test & polling feature.

3. Program the BAS with the remote I/O network parameters and Modbus registers.

 Featured Products:

8 Differential Current Inputs, Modbus TCP/IP XT1211-000

Software Interface Package XT-SIP

 Why Acromag:

Acromag provides a simple and cost-effective solution for interfacing data from a number of sensors to building control systems.

 

This application note for recording building water usage using Remote Ethernet I/O was written by our supplier Acromag. 

 

For further information regarding the Acromag products in Australia & New Zealand, please contact Metromatics +61 7 3868 4255 or sales@metromatics.com.au

 

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