Written by Duncan Nicol, Market Segment Manager- Device Connections
Device Connections for Building Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) from Phoenix Contact.
BIPV has been around for some years but not much is known about this revolution in building design. BIPV is become more mainstream thanks to the ongoing advances in solar technology together with the development of connection solutions specifically designed for building facades.
Written by Nigel Dawbarn, Business Development Manager- Control Systems Solutions
Set-up I/O stations with minimal training!
Make life easy for yourself when the need to configure an I/O station occurs, use Project + from Phoenix Contact. All it costs is a little time to download…Yes it’s a free download!
Written by John Baverstock, Product Manager- Industrial Components
Why not download Clip Project “free of charge” software from our website and discover the benefits of the planning software for yourself.
Please note, our offices will be closed from 12:00 24th December 2013 and will reopen on 2nd January 2014. Merry Christmas from the Phoenix Contact UK team.
See you for more blogging in the New Year!
Written by Rachel Boyd, E-Marketing Specialist
Our new website has now been live for a month. If you haven’t yet seen it, take a look here.
With our busy work lives, it is easy to miss some of the great benefits and fantastic information hiding on our website. Here are a few things that I think are really helpful that you perhaps might have missed or not yet discovered… Continue reading
Written by Mark Harries, Business Development Manager- I/O and Networks
Five top tips for fibre optic applications from Phoenix Contact
1. Why choose fibre optic as a solution?
Fibre optic cables have the advantage of being able to transmit data over much longer ranges than copper cables. For example Ethernet cables are limited to a distance of 100m, whereas fibre cables can transmit data over distances of 45km.
As the above diagram illustrates, fibre optic cables do not suffer with data rate loss in relation to the cable length. This makes no difference in a fibre optic application.
Written by Nigel Dawbarn, Business Development Manager-Control System Solutions
…from high performance controllers, flexible I/O connectivity, worldwide access via modems, fibre connectivity, managed PROFINET switches, safety systems including safety PLCs, all protected by Phoenix Contact’s surge protection equipment.
When I first looked at the Phoenix range, I found we can offer a complete system. You don’t have to go to Siemens for a complete a PROFINET system, we can also provide components to extend a network or make modifications.
Written by Duncan Nicol, Market Segment Manager- Device Connections.
Product design is all about form and function, both of which are well understood at Phoenix Contact as innovators of smart device connection technology. The connector is an integral part of any device and, if carefully selected, can enhance and improve the functionality and usability of the device.
Written by Fraser Cowie, Product Marketing Manager- Interface
Within industry, energy costs are continually increasing. As a result reducing energy costs is becoming increasingly important in terms of providing companies with a major competitive advantage in the areas of production, process and industrial engineering.
Alongside energy consumption, the quality of the energy supplied, the reliability of the supply and effective system utilisation are also important in ensuring profitability. These factors call for continuous measurement and monitoring off all sources of energy.
Written by Rachel Boyd, E-Marketing Specialist
2013 has been a very busy year in the Marketing Department. We have had two InfoLiner tours, Exhibitions, Safety Seminars, new websites and much more in the background!