Category Archives: Networks and Communications

Options for Tying Your Control Networks Together

Posted on March 7, 2011 by Doug Brock

The most common conversation I have with people is about how to make connections between different control networks. My customers have Modbus networks that they want to tie to Allen-Bradley PLCs or Logix controllers. Controls Engineers have to make all … Continue reading →

Posted in Networks and Communications | Tagged CompactLogix, ControlLogix, Ethernet/IP, Industrial Networking, ProSoft, Serial to Ethernet/IP | Leave a comment

Head of the Hooch uses Freewave Radios for Timing

Posted on November 10, 2010 by Doug Brock

Chattanooga is host to the annual Head of the Hooch rowing race. It’s a really cool event that drew about 2,000 crews this year. The local paper stated it is the second largest race of this type in the US. … Continue reading →

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Wireless I/O Options for Rockwell Automation Controllers

Posted on November 2, 2010 by Doug Brock

There are a few different options for adding wireless I/O to a control system using Rockwell Automation controllers. If you are using a Logix controller, ControlLogix or CompactLogix you have two choices. You can use any standard I/O that has … Continue reading →

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Great New Product – Panduit Physical Network Security Devices

Posted on October 30, 2010 by Doug Brock

I love this new line of Physical Network Security Devices made by Panduit. Very few devices are made that allow you to add a layer of security to your networks or control systems. You can make sure and lock cabinets … Continue reading →

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ProSoft Training and Product Updates including faceplates

Posted on September 14, 2010 by Doug Brock

ProSoft Technology is offering a number of training sessions in their booth at Automation Fair this year. The classes will cover InRax, ProLinx, and RadioLinx products (link to classoom training schedule). ProSoft also posted a number of training sessions and … Continue reading →