Written by Nigel Dawbarn, Business Development Manager- Control System Solutions.
Phoenix Contact uses the Easy Automation range of products in many applications, the Class 100 range of Controllers can be used in conjunction with either of the following :
- I/O modules, (whether IP20 or IP67)
- Modems and Switches,
- Safety-Bridge logic module and I/O,
- Free programming software,
- HMI panels for operation and monitoring
- Wireless communication modules
These products can make a complete flexible system which will satisfy most of your automation needs for small to medium size systems.
The I/O is easily chosen by using the free Project+ software we discussed a few weeks ago, just input your I/O requirements and the software will pick the correct modules for the task. Download it free from here.
The focus is on cost effective products that are versatile, easily expandable, reliable and have great compatibility – the Easy Automation range just works. No matter what your automation task, Phoenix Contact can offer a suitable solution that can reduce costs for engineering time, materials and implementation.
Use the controller as a stand-alone device or as part of a larger, independently controlled process or system – communicate to higher level systems or to existing fieldbus devices on other protocols.
Applications such as remote monitoring and control can be easily achieved by using the GSM/ GPRS or Ethernet modem options , the remote communication protocols can be incorporated within the software package, as function blocks.
Watch the Easy Automation video here
This flexible range of products can solve the simplest to quite complex applications and the different options continue to surprise me when I review a customer’s requirements.
If you are interested in more information please contact me, I would welcome the opportunity to discuss your system requirements. Please contact me by e-mail: ndawbarn@phoenixcontact.com or telephone: 07584 514958.
