Inside Automation, Issue 3, 2014

Thefuture ofremotePLC’spage 4

The latest DC UPSunitpage 8

New Ex ecombo box

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issue 3 2014

VNR amplifier:• Supply voltage 24/230Vac 50/60 Hz• Output 2 x SPDT 230Vac 6A• Sensitivity 10 – 250 µS• Dimensions 55 x 75 x 110mm• 2 front mounted trimmers

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Publisher OEM Automatic LtdEditor Anne Massey

Graphic design Yarwood AssociatesCirculation 18,175

Contact details OEM Automatic LtdWhiteacresCambridge RoadWhetstone, LeicesterLE8 6ZG

Tel 0116 2849900Fax 0116 2841721

Internet [email protected]

Long Partnership!

OEM Automatic has operating companiesin 13 countries and in each of these wehave a long standing and strongpartnership with Crouzet Automation. This partnership goes right back to theorigins of the OEM Group in Sweden 40years ago and in the case of UK back toour beginning 25 years ago!

On the front cover and on page 4 of thismagazine you will find a new andgenuinely innovative product from CrouzetAutomation – the em4 nano-PLC. We are working closely with Crouzet tolaunch this product to the market and thisincludes an introductory price offer forstarter kits. So if this looks interesting toyou then please give us a call or requestmore information.

If you have any feedback or commentsyou may contact me directly [email protected] ortelephone me directly on 0116 2846701.

Richard ArmstrongManaging Director

MD’scomment

SL probe:• Body in polypropylene, nickel plated brass or stainless steel• Threads: taper or parallel BSP and taper NPT in sizes 3/8” – 1½”

• Pressure 6 bar max• Temperature 100°C max• Standard lengths 500mm, 1000mm and 1500mm

The SL conductive probes and VNR220 signalamplifiers have been developed to work as acomplete system, able to detect liquids with aminimum conductivity of 1µS.

Valco has designed the probe and amplifier to function as astand-alone system with built in functions such as self testingand fine tuning to enable the system to detect specific liquidswith a high level of accuracy.

To set the level switchpoints simply cut the probesto the required lengths andthen trim back the insulatingcoating to expose the innerrod making sure the‘ground’ rod is always incontact with the media.

Mount into the tank, connect to the VNR unit and trim thesensitivity if necessary to ‘fine tune’ the system to achieve longlasting, accurate level control.

Occasionally liquids can coat the rods ‘insulating’ them from themedia. Valco has developed a simple ‘in-situ’ test procedure toevaluate the condition of the rods enabling the system to workefficiently only needing maintenance when necessary.

Completeconductive liquid level system

For more information please contact Neil Bailey on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]

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The TSK series of thermocouple terminals can beused to extend thermocouple measuring circuitswithout introducing errors caused by incompatiblejunction materials.

This range is available for use with T, J, E, K, S & R typethermocouples. The busbars on the thermocoupleterminals are made of the same materials as thecompensating line. This ensures the thermocouplesignals are transmitted accurately on the junctionbetween the thermocouple, terminal andcompensating lines.

Each terminal pair comes pre-assembled and isclearly labelled to make easy identification againststandard terminals.

Hot connections

The new Ex e combo box is designed to fitperfectly next to an Ex d enclosure with the twobolted together to provide a lightweight andflexible solution.

Less expensive Ex e components can be mounted in the combo boxsuch as terminals and HMI’s. You can use easier to install Ex e glands tomake your connections with the flexibility that additional glands can beadded at a later stage if required. The boxes are simple to machine, haveless screws to fasten and the combo box can be quickly accessed forinstallation and maintenance without having to open the Ex d enclosure.

The biggest saving comes because you can now use a much smaller Ex d enclosure to house only the non Ex components. Once assembledand connected the Ex d enclosure should never need to be openedagain greatly reducing the risk of compromising protection.

Universal combo box solutionSmall Ex d with our Ex e enclosureNon-Ex components in Ex d enclosures

Pre-wired connection to non-Ex componentsDirect IP-tight path to Ex d box wallEnsto thermal measure is used to determinethe heat effectEx e certified components can be usedincluding glands with extra connectionspossible to add on-site

Operation exampleTraditional solutionLarge Ex d with terminals

All components integrated into one Ex denclosureExtra air-space needed (EN 60079-1)Ex d glands integrated at factory, no flexibility to add spare connections

For more information please contact Jay White on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]

• Stainless steel Ex eenclosure

• Bolt directly to suitable Ex denclosure

• IP66 rated

• DNV 11 ATEX 98913X, IECEx DNV 11. 0006Xcertification

The perfectcombination

• Compact – 10mm wide

• Two pole block

• TS32/35 multifoot mounting

• DN 43713/43714

For more information please contact Paul Adkins on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]

The future of remote PLC’s

Introductory starter kit price*

Part number Description Price

88981156 em4 remote starter kit £513.76

88981116 em4 alert starter kit £360.17

88981106 em4 local starter kit £251.65

*Offer ends 31.12.14 limited to 1 unit per person (terms and conditions apply)

• 26 I/O nano PLC with up to 12 analogue inputs

• em4 remote includes SIM card, em4 web & em4 app

• Analogue & digital extensions for up to 46 I/O

• Glossy black or glossy white housing

• Easy function block programming using em4 soft

For more information please contact Jay White on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]

SPECIALOFFER


Crouzet Automation has launched the em4, a high-performance nano-PLC that is able to communicate as part ofthe “Internet of Things”.

The innovative em4 constitutes a significant growth platform forOEMs and integrators who are looking for an easy way to movetheir application into the digital era. It also provides a new, ready-to-use infrastructure along with an ecosystem of online tools and services, the em4 lab, creating new added value for theircustomers.

The em4 series is comprised of three different models, each with a different level of connectivity. The top of the range em4 remote isfully connected to the secure infrastructure, including a SIM card,

the em4 web and em4 app with a one year subscription. The mid-range em4 alert is capable of sending SMS or email alertsand the em4 local is for applications that do not require remotecommunication or require only a local area network.

The em4 uses 24VDC control, has 26 I/O including 4 configurabledigital inputs (20KHZ Encoder or 60KHZ high speed counter) 12 digital or analogue inputs including 4 configurable (0-10V, 0-20mA or 4-20mA) and 8 relay outputs (2 x 6A, 6 x 8A).

Programming the units could not be simpler using the em4 soft.Function specific blocks as well as remote and alert specificfunction blocks offer a quick drag and drop style of programmingand with an internal memory for up to 1000 blocks.

‘Switched on’to innovationStego has launched the new DS013 door switch tocomplement their range of enclosure products.

The door switch can be easily fitted and provides a flexibleswitching solution for panels and cabinets. It can be used forexample to control lighting, heating and cooling circuits within apanel and removes the potential of forgetting to reinstate thesecircuits after maintenance.

The DS013 has a high breaking capacity of 10A at 240VAC,adjustable positioning without the need of tools and a double cablestrain relief system.

The range is available in three versions; NO, NC or NO/NC.

• Adjustable position• High switching capacity• Robust• Ergonomic design

For more information please contact Paul Adkins on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]

Datalogic is proud to announce the new S100 miniaturephotoelectric sensor series.

With its standard miniature dimensions of 20x32x12mm and aunique layout with four mounting holes the S100 line is a universalsolution for all mounting needs.

The S100 is available with all standard optical functions making thisnew sensor the ideal detection solution for applications inautomated manufacturing machines and logistic lines that requiremany sensors.

• Two threaded front mounting holes

• Two slotted rear mounting holes

• All standard optic functions

• M8 connector and cable models available

• PNP or NPN models with light/dark selection by wire

• Plastic housing, IP67 mechanical protection

For more information please contact Ross Bland on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]

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Suco add sensors!The new generation pressuretransmitters/transducers with Silicon-on-Sapphire technology (SoS)

Suco, a leading manufacturer of pressureswitches, is pleased to announce a newrange of pressure sensors to their productportfolio. With continuous development oftheir pressure monitoring products, Sucohas a solution for most applications.Incorporating the SoS (Silicon-on-Sapphire)technology, their new sensor rangecombines high accuracy and excellentresistance to temperature fluctuation andmechanical vibration. The new 07 serieswas originally designed for the mobilehydraulics industry, however has proven tobe an effective solution in other applications.

• Available with a 0.5-4.5V (ration metric), 0-10V and 4-20mA outputs

• Various electrical and threadconnections

• Wetted parts in stainless steel and titanium

• High overpressure safety

All models are available in a high or lowlevel polycarbonate lens design. This isbonded to the base to help achieve theprotection class of IP66/67 and impactrating IK08.

This also provides a tamper proof solutionideally suited to outdoor applications. Thehigh performance LED’s provide excellentvisibility even outdoors in bright sunlight andare available in a steady/flashing or LEDmulti strobe beacon. Mounting screws arepre-fitted for horizontal fixing but there arealso options for pole mount or a bracket toallow for vertical mounting.

The units were designed for outdoorautomotive applications in the special-purpose vehicle sector but are equallysuited for industrial or building applications.

• Ø 75 mm compact beacon• Prewired with 1m cable• High ingress protection IP66/67• High or low lens option• Multi-voltage• Customised versions possible

For more information please contactNeil Bailey on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]

For more information please contact Jay White on 0116 2849900or e-mail [email protected]

Prewired tamperproofLED beaconsThe new P series are prewired ø75mm beacons featuring high performance LED technology.


Speed,position & directionfeedback

As part of the ever evolving motorand geared motor programme,feedback via integrated sensorsis now available across 3 differentsize options from Doga’s brushedd.c geared motor programme.

The 316H-Series are just 177.5mmlong, the 317H-Series 191.5mmlong, with the most powerful of themotors in the range being the 319Hat 208mm long with an overalldiameter of 65.5mm.

The features supplied here whenfound in industry comparableproducts are usually at a highercost making the DOGA solution aperfect match for machine buildersin the industrial, medical,pharmaceutical and agriculturalsectors.

• Independent digital outputsignals for speed, direction andposition

• Up to 972 pulses per gear boxoutput revolution (0.37 degreesaccuracy)

• Up to 50Nm starting torque

• IP55 protection

• Sensor nominal voltage 12-35V DC

• PWM speed control is alsoavailable from OEM Automatic

For more information please contact Nik Page on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]


Molex supplies machine-mountable Harsh-Duty IOmodules to support all major industrial fieldbus protocolsincluding PROFIBUS-DP, DeviceNet, CANopen, ModbusTCP, EtherNet/IP and PROFINET IO.

I/O modules are a reliable solution for connecting sensors orvalves in demanding environments with liquids, dust orvibration. The modules are available in a standard 60mm sizeor in a compact 30mm wide version. By using this modular solution the system enables you to reduce the amount of wiring needed which in turn reduces your wiring costs.

• IP67 sealing

• M12 & M8 versions

• LED diagnostics

• Various network interface types available

• Available with fixed or configurable ports

Harsh I/O modulesfrom Molex

For more information please contactGareth Ford on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]

20A DC UPS module withadjustable output voltage

The unit is only 46mm wide and can beused with batteries between 3.9Ah and130Ah. Thus the unit is suitable not only asshort-term backup power for controlledshut-down after a power outage, but alsoas an emergency power feed until anysystem fault can be rectified.

The output voltage can be set between22.5V and 26V making the unit suitable forsystems which are sensitive to voltagefluctuations. Two series-connected 12Vbatteries are required to provide the backuppower. However, each battery is individuallycharged and monitored which enhancesthe life of the batteries and avoids the needof matched batteries when a replacementeventually becomes necessary.

The unit is easy to operate and hasextensive battery diagnostics and manyprotective functions built in making it idealfor a wide range of industrial applications.

• 22.5V – 26V adjustable output voltage

• Superior battery management for longbattery life

• Up to 30A output current for 5 secondsin buffer mode

• For battery sizes from 3.9Ah up to 130Ah

For more information please contactAnthony Wrighton on 0116 2849900or e-mail [email protected]

General power outs or unexpected shut-downs can cause system damage andexpensive down time in critical control systems. This can be avoided by using a DCUPS and the latest unit from Puls can deliver output currents up to 20A.


Unrivalled advancedprocess controller

The WSOR overmoulded DIN’s are ideal forconnecting control devices such as pressureor flow meters and hydraulic valves on thepower pack.

The cable comes in a variety of coloursmaking system design and layout simple.

• Cross section: 0.25, 0.34, 0.50 and 0.75to 1.50mm²

• Bend radius: 5x O.D. static and 7.5x O.D.for dynamic and drag chain applications

• UL758/1581 and VDE472-803Bapproved

• Temperature range -40... + 90°C (static)

The WSOR cable is also available in a varietyof industry standard connectors includingBrad® M12 Power, Brad Nano-change®M8,Brad Mini-change, DIN, Brad 23 and I/Omodules with a PROFINET or other Ethernetindustrial network.

The new PMA KS-20 is the latest 1⁄16thDIN controller that offers greaterfunctionality than that found intraditional panel mounted temperaturecontrollers of the same size.

Flexibility was a key consideration in thedesign therefore the KS-20 boasts a highlevel of I/O. An unrivalled six outputs areoffered, furthermore up to four digital inputsare available as well as an inbuilt profilerallowing users to better control processeswith varied set points and stages.

For high accuracy control over a widerange of set points the unit has two PIDsets rather than one typically found onalternative controllers, this is also essentialfor controlling applications with differentthermal characteristics.

As with other PMA products the KS-20 is supported by the best-in-classBlueControl® configuration and simulation software.

• Up to 6 outputs

• Up to 4 digital inputs

• Heater current input

• Transmitter power supply

• RS-485

• 16 x 16 segment profiles

A winningcombination from mPm

For more information please contactPaul Adkins on 0116 2849900or e-mail [email protected]

For more information please contactNeil Bailey on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]

By combining the popular mPm overmoulded DIN connector range with a Weld-Slag-Oil-Resistant cable (WSOR) Molex has created the optimum solution for applicationssuch as welding machines and production robots, where a rugged weld slag resistantcable is required that can also withstand oil splashes from hydraulic systems.


Unbreakable non contact safety!

Mechan’s MAGNASAFE non-contact safety switches aredesigned for use on machinery guarding in the toughest ofenvironments.

A choice of three housing options in rugged IP67 stainless steel orABS plastic housings makes it ideal for use in harsh, wet or dustyenvironments. High temperature resistant and coded versions arealso available.

• Up to 2x normally open and 1x normally closed output contacts• High shock resistance• 10mm operating distance• Up to 2Amp (AC)/1Amp (DC) switching current• Safety category 3 or 4 when wired correctly with appropriatesafety relay

• CE and UL marked

For more information please contact Martin Illston on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]

This innovative pushbutton range is cleverly designed to beboth ergonomic and clearly visible.

Pushbutton caps can be custom marked with text or symbols tosuit any application. All actuators have an integral anti-rotation taband an auto grip ring that allows easy one hand mounting anddramatically speeds up assembly time.

Tough industrial applications are no problem as all heads are IK05impact rated with IP66 ingress protection backed up by the Baco10 year guarantee!

• Complete range of pushbuttons & contact blocks• Customise with text or symbols• Screw or ‘push in’ screw less connection• Integral anti rotation tab• Auto grip ring for easy one hand assembly

Robust & clearly marked pushbutton range

For more information please contact Anthony Wrighton on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]


Using time of flight technology the S85can perform measurements with highprecision and long distances withoutthe use of a prismatic reflector.

The S85 series features 2 models:

S85-Y03 basic modelMeasures distances up to 10m withsimple settings through push buttonsworking also as a precision backgroundsuppression sensor.

S85-Y13 advanced modelReaches distances up to 20m, withsettings easily programmable via akeyboard and display or remoteconfiguration.

The S85 sensor is ideal for applicationsthat require precise measurement ofdistance, displacement or level controlsuch as anti-collision systems forindustrial vehicles, coil diameter andtension loop control or auto filling level ina container for solid materials.

• Class 2 visible red laser for easyalignment with the target

• Measuring range up to 10m or 20m inthe advanced model

• 4-20mA or 0-10V scalable analogueoutput and 2 digital outputs

• Standard M12 connector

• IP67 industrial metal housing

Advanced laserdistance sensor

For more information please contactPaul Adkins on 0116 2849900or e-mail [email protected]

For more information please contactRoss Bland on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]


The SVB range of terminal blocks fromcontaclip is designed to terminate largeincoming cables and distribute tomultiple smaller cable outlets within asingle block.

The compact modular design is ideal touse in installation and distributionapplications where space is at a premium.Due to the construction of the blocks theyhave a high short-circuit resistance ratingand are available from 80A to 400A.

Single phase or 3-phase versions withcable sizes from 1.5mm2 to 185mm2 makethe SVB a very flexible system.

• DIN rail or direct mount• Quick installation time• IP20• Polyamide 6.6 UL 94-V0

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