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UPDATE #12

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In this issue:

• Rockwell Automation and Cisco Make the Switch
• First-ever safety I/O node with EtherNet/IP capability introduced
• Combining technology with knowledge
• Access support 24/7
• CompactLogix L45 controller for expanded capabilities
• Expanded monitoring and data sharing capabilities
• Motion control gets a new stage
• Power up with the PowerFlex 700H
• Alarm configuration comes under control
• SensaGuard RFID Coded interlock switch family expands
• MSR300 gets off-delay outputs and DeviceNet connectivity
• Solid state relays for solid results
• New contactor goes easy on the current
• A new dimension in motor control
• Adding power to a fundamental philosophy
• Don't let power cuts end in tears
• Optical parts verification array
• Easy vision sensor tackles production errors
• Solid-state switches help the flow
• Read all about it…
• Demonstration van tour evolves with intelligent motor control solutions

More than 30 enhancements

The latest version of Rockwell Software RSLogix 5000 software from Rockwell Automation includes more than 30 product enhancements that help users simplify programming and configuration and ease maintenance and troubleshooting of control and information systems.

Key features in RSLogix 5000 v.16 include user-defined add-on instructions – designed to improve standardisation and code reuse; and integrated drives configuration – one of the first of its kind in the industry, potentially resulting in faster set-up, improved accuracy and easier maintenance of drive systems.

Key software enhancements of RSLogix 5000 Version 16 include:

User-defined add-on instructions – Allowing users to create custom instructions that augment the robust set of built-in capabilities already provided by the Logix Control Platform – Logix PACs (Programmable Automation Controllers). Add-on instructions provide the basis for an object-oriented programming methodology where code is encapsulated into pre-validated modules that can be easily reused without modification. This allows the creation of standardised libraries that can both reduce project development time and provide consistency to reduce equipment start-up and training expense.

Integrated drives configuration – Traditionally adding a drive to a control system meant learning to work with a different software tool and manage separate drive configuration files. RSLogix 5000 now includes full configuration and download support for the Rockwell Automation PowerFlex family of drives. By collapsing this part of the system into a single software package, management of drives in a control system is a whole lot easier because there is only one software package to buy and learn.

Kinematics robot control – Ideal for packaging, pick-and-place and other complex motion control applications, Kinematics robot control allows ControlLogix and GuardLogix users to control multi-axes robot applications. With the ability to co-ordinate three axes, the controller can now manage the material handling equipment, processing equipment and robot all with one software and hardware architecture. This eliminates the expense for additional robot controllers, software, training, integration time and interlocking typically needed when incorporating a robot into a packaging application. Additionally, because the transformations are done natively in the Logix5000 controller, as opposed to custom function blocks, users need not worry about application memory usage and performance degradation.

RSLogix 5000 FuzzyDesigner – Offered as an add-on option to Version 16, this feature allows users to create fuzzy logic algorithms for use in any of the Logix PACs. FuzzyDesigner offers a fuzzy logic design environment, which helps create advanced control capabilities through a rule-based decision-making process, eliminating the usual detailed programming process.

For more information, please e-mail us at: info_update@ra.rockwell.com, ref: 'RS Logix 5000'.