Automation
If you're designing with automation solutions you are in the right place. We've got cloud connected logic controllers, open-source PLCs, intelligent servo controllers and IOT ready edge controllers - ideal for designing automation into any project.
Range highlights from Automation
Omron NX Logic & Motion PLC
NX series offers the functionality & high-speed required for machine control, conforms to IEC 61131-3 with EtherCAT based motion control.
Logo! with Cloud Starter Kit
The latest V8.3 Logo! 8.3 now includes cloud (AWS) connectivity as standard allowing cloud based dashboards and gateway functionality.
PLCnext from Phoenix Contact
An open PLC platform offering real-time performance, support for high-level languages, OPC UA & Node-Red plus cloud connectivity.
Allen-Bradley Micro800™
Micro800™ controller family offers scalable performance for lower-cost designs, via FREE Connected Components Workbench software.
Lexium 28 Servo Controllers
Design in precise AC servo control via the Leixum 28 which offers auto tuning, PLCopen motion library, PTI and simple position control.
Geckodrive Motor Controllers
A range of powerful micro-step and DC servo controllers suitable for either direct panel mount or embedded applications.
Pro-Face Touchscreen HMIs
Compact, multi-controller touchscreen TFT colour HMIs ideal for small machine control and operator visualisation designs.
APM-MAX Programmable Meters
A next-generation multifunction digital meter with 16 million backlight colours, programmable scale, Modbus comms & D/A outputs built-in.
Omron E5CC Temperature Control
A compact 48x48mm, simple setup temperature controller supporting both on/off & PID control via PT and thermocouple sensor inputs.
Red Lion DA10 Data Station
The DA10 combines communication with 300+ protocols, a webserver, out-of-the-box OPC UA capability, built-in MQTT connectors and more!
Ethernet Switches
Industrial use panel mounting unmanaged Ethernet switches ideal for automation data and other industrial networking.
Robustel Cellular GSM/3G/4G Ro
Adding a 3/4G router to your design allows remote data sharing without relying on local Ethernet connectivity, and its cheaper than ever.
Inverter Drives
Designing with AC motor control in mind? Our range of 1,000+ variable speed drives with cost effective RS PRO options could really help.
Serial to Ethernet
Converting legacy serial data to Ethernet can help make sharing that data easier, improving your design without adding significant cost.
IO-Link Sensors & Gateways
IO-Link allows 3/4 wire sensors to use existing wiring to transmit extra status data to the control system, helping with diagnostics & more.
BB-400 Open Edge Controller
A Raspberry Pi powered controller ideal for capturing process data and passing it to cloud services via open-source software.