TURCK -NEWS RELEASE
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Markham,ON—December 10, 2007—TURCK introduces a
new 2RFID module for its BL ident RFID system that compliments its existing
BL20 and BL67 network I/O systems. “BL ident’s modular design provides
fl exible integration into new or existing TURCK systems,” says Mark DiSera,
product marketing manager for TURCK’s network and interface division. “This
modularity provides customization in both IP 20 rated cabinet installations
and IP 67 rated fi eld installations.”
Up to 8 channels can be added to a single BL ident node, depending on the system
requirements. All channels operate in parallel so that there is no time delay
during communication between the data carrier and module. Adds DiSera, “The
ability to add multiple channels makes the system more affordable, because you
only incur the cost of one gateway. Additional standard I/O modules may also
reside in the same rack confi guration – all while providing IP 20 or IP
67 protection.” BL ident is available with 2, 4, 6 or 8-channels.
The BL ident RFID system may be integrated into existing networks, including
PROFIBUS-DP ®, DeviceNet™, Modbus-TCP, PROFINET and EtherNet/IP™.
Standard function modules and/or sample code are available for integration into
the control and fi eldbus environment. Additional functions, such as intentional
switch-off of individual read/write heads, are inherent when the heads are installed
in close proximity with overlapping air interface areas. Furthermore, a 32 kByte
memory allows asynchronous processing of the individual read/write commands,
and LEDs display diagnostics for the individual RFID channels and fi eldbus-specifi
c diagnostic messages.
TURCK Inc. is a leading supplier of advanced sensing solutions to help manufacturers improve their automated processes, products and profits. Turck products are represented and sold in Canada by Chartwell Automation Inc., 140 Duffield Dr., Markham, Ontario. L6G 1B5. For technical information, contact Chartwell Application Engineering, 905-513-7100, Sales@Chartwell.ca .