Connect Newsletter - Jan 2025

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Unlock New Possibilities with the Latest TBEN-Lx-SE-M2 Firmware Update

We are excited to announce a significant firmware update for Turck's TBEN-Lx-SE-M2 managed Ethernet switches, bringing a new level of performance and versatility to your engineering applications.

The latest update enables seamless integration of these rugged IP67-rated switches as active stations in fieldbus networks, including Profinet, Ethernet/IP, and Modbus TCP. With this enhanced capability, you can now:

• Fully integrate TBEN-Lx-SE-M2 modules into your network infrastructure.
• Access advanced network diagnostics to ensure optimal performance.
• Utilize robust, field-ready modules for demanding industrial environments.

This upgrade empowers you to streamline your operations and enhance system transparency with ease.

Decentralized Data Management in the Industrial Internet of Things

Industrial Ethernet serves as the backbone of Industry 4.0, enabling seamless communication across increasingly intelligent and data-intensive production networks. However, ensuring high performance, flexibility, and security in these complex systems poses significant challenges. The TBEN-L-SE-M2 manageable IP67 switch from Turck offers a cutting-edge solution to these demands.

Performance and Speed The TBEN-L-SE-M2 excels in high-speed data management, featuring a GBit backbone and cut-through forwarding for rapid data transfer. This ensures efficient communication from I/O modules, motors, and IP cameras. For robot applications, it reduces clock rates with industry-leading link-up times of under 150 milliseconds, enhancing overall system responsiveness.

Enhanced Security To safeguard industrial networks, the switch integrates robust security features, including an onboard firewall, NAT routing, and support for virtual LANs (VLAN). These measures protect critical systems while maintaining operational integrity.

Network Monitoring and Availability With advanced network load monitoring, users gain real-time insights into network performance. The integrated broadcast block feature prevents overload from broadcast floods, ensuring maximum network availability and reliability even under demanding conditions.

Simplified Installation As an IP67-rated switch, the TBEN-L-SE-M2 can be mounted directly on machines, significantly reducing wiring complexity. Its compact and lightweight design, featuring 10 ports in the TBEN-L form factor, further simplifies installation and enhances adaptability to various industrial setups.

The TBEN-L-SE-M2 is an ideal solution for modern industrial networks, combining top-tier performance, advanced security, and practical design to meet the challenges of decentralized data management in the Industrial Internet of Things.

Enhance Productivity with the LCA130T Andon Control Box

The LCA130T Andon Control Box revolutionizes the way Andon lights are managed, offering seamless control and remote monitoring to boost operational efficiency. Available with either IO-Link or an integrated wireless radio, this innovative solution connects effortlessly to Banner wireless gateways, providing real-time access to Andon light data.

Key Features and Benefits:

• Real-Time Insights: Monitor Andon lights continuously to identify sources of delays, downtime, and performance issues. Leverage this data to make informed decisions that improve productivity.
• Remote Management: Create dashboards or send notifications to keep workers and management informed of system statuses, reducing response times.
• Longer Lifespan: Designed with no moving parts, the LCA130T outlasts traditional control boxes with mechanical switches, ensuring reliable performance over time.
• Easy Installation: Plug-and-play M12 connections simplify installation, eliminating the need for hard-wiring.
• Flexible Compatibility: With 4-Amp rated outputs, the LCA130T supports a wide range of Andon lights, allowing users to select the best option for their applications.
• Rugged Design: Built to withstand industrial environments, the LCA130T is IP65-rated, making it suitable for various applications.

Learn more about Banner's TL50 Andon Tower Light from this above video.

The TL50 Andon Tower Light is a tower light pre-assembled to a control box for easy-to-see status.

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