Virtualization, Cloud Analytics
Embedded Java controllers
EC200 second generation embedded Java controller product line implements a Java platform for network-enabled and stand-alone applications. Modules provide an Ethernet-based connection to the Internet and numerous interfacing possibilities, including graphic LCD, digital I/O ports, analog inputs, high-speed serial ports, and more.
Varian launches diode array detector for HPLC applications
Palo Alto, CA—Varian Inc. has introduced a new diode array detector (DAD) line for high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) applications in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, environmental, food and beverage, and other industries.
Programming Controllers for Improved Profit
Pressure is mounting. The machine has to be commissioned soon, or else the company stands to lose a lot of money. The project has "hit the fan," and everyone is looking at the control engineer to get it running. The project manager used up half the allotted time negotiating requirements and specifications.
Remote monitoring software for wireless Java-enabled PDAs and cell phones
Monrovia, Calif. - Pacific Microinstruments Inc. announced April 16 a component-based solution for the transmission and graphical display of remote monitoring information on Java-enabled PDAs and cell phones.
Verano introduces Java-enabled, web-based industrial process management platform
Sunnyvale, Calif. - Verano unveiled April 8 a reengineered version of its Real-Time Application Platform (RTAP). This new version, RTAP/i, uses Java technology to function on the web.
NetSilicon projects three-phase future for device networking
Waltham, Mass. - Industrial connectivity via device networking is moving from standalone, centralized computing to distributed, interconnected autonomous operations.
NewMonics’ Java virtual machine to be used in Parker Hannifin’s products
Lisle, Ill.- NewMonics Inc. announced Nov. 16 that it will provide its Perc virtual machine technology to Parker Hannifin Corp. (Cleveland, O.) for use in an undisclosed product line.
PCs Are Gaining Control
Benefits of using PC technology for machine and process control have been extolled for some time. Vendors have responded with many new products—both hardware and software. Even though sales of PC-based control products for manufacturing have not grown rapidly, there are many success stories showing what the technology can deliver.
Java, CE, dominate embedded conference
New Java applications and more support for Microsoft Windows CE as an embedded operating system were highlighted at the recent Embedded Systems Conference here. Support for embedded Web servers, networking support, development tools, more products for the CompactPCI platform and a new platform, PCMIP, were also unveiled.
Objects ignite control software movement
If software is washing over the control and automation landscape, then object-oriented programming is riding the crest of that wave. Several object-oriented trailblazers exhibited at ISA Expo/98.