What are customers looking for? It's a bit perverse question. Customers searching constantly the same. More and better equipment, lower prices, more and longer warranties and better functionality of controllers. But seriously, it is depend on a great many, sometimes conflicting factors. Designers are looking for modern solutions. Developers are looking for a comprehensive feature-rich tools containing free library function blocks, which has is updated with no additional costs. Service men are looking for solutions easy for diagnosis, which is prone to a remote service that allows engineers to shorten the downtime. Planners are looking for controllers which structure allows for easy retrieval of data to help organizations optimize their manufacturing processes and costs, and so on. Family of TECOMAT controllers meets market requirements and needs of the most demanding customers for almost 100 years of tradition in supply electrical sophisticated solutions, so has reason to be proud of. more...

Modern automation is a bit like politics. After days of hermetic division of markets between manufacturers offering products with features incompatible with other products, change has come. A leading supplier of control systems offer solutions that enable simultaneous use of the achievements of the construction companies competing with each other. Automation based on the results of work of programmers and computer scientists at the forefront of solutions for the application equipment from different vendors. TECOMAT PLC controllers wide open communication channels for the exchange of information, and enable this way the simultaneous integration of multiple technologies. Main features are parameters determining the usefulness of a complete system for the client, professionalism, performance and functionality. TECOMAT provides simultaneous data exchange under different protocols and standards, so this way break down barriers in building user friendly and comfort solutions. more...

TECOMAT PLCs are characterized by a modern structure which gives a wide range of potential applications both in centralized and wide systems. Huge memory resources, high speed of the program loop, two independent internal buses and possibility of connection expansion modules anywhere up to 500mb from the CPU without fiber optic repeaters allow for the development of the control system adequate for device configuration and the requirements of the supported processes. Simultaneous communication in different, protocol independent modes, comprehensive programming tool Mosaic and SCADA Reliance software for system control and data acquisition give investors confidence while building professional applications in a wide spectrum of industrial technology. more...

Control systems of infrastructure facilities and residential buildings, is now standard in modern construction. Manufacturers are trying to offer more sophisticated components that give the unique characteristics of interior spaces of buildings and the way in which resources, rational utilization of energy and media, and increase the comfort and safety facilities are integrated. Giving the individual characteristics is often difficult or even impossible for the control solutions, imposing restrictions on the range is derived exclusively from one supplier or working in a standard communication protocol. Controller family TECOMAT Foxtrot and a range of object-oriented components give users the freedom in the choice of peripheral devices according to individual needs, preferences and financial resources of investors. BMS/HMS based on Foxtrot TECOMAT integrate solutions from different manufacturers, while allowing for the exchange of information under the independent protocols. We need not to study technical functions and details of each sensor them the technical details. For us important is just that they will blend in well with the nature of the premises. Some examples of applications can be inspiring suggestion for designers, especially for investors who build houses for being many long years in operation. more...

"A shot in bull's-eye" turned out to be miniature CIB system bus modules that can be placed anywhere on the structure of the automation equipment. The continuing miniaturization enabled the development of a series of object modules are installed in junction boxes in the immediate vicinity of individual sensors, control elements and groups of manual actuators mounted on the machine or in the most convenient location of the installation of intelligent building. Virtually outweighed the need for object-oriented cable to the control cabinet. Just one, freely forking TP twisted pair cable that connects all devices in the complete control system. TECOMAT to the central unit located in the control box it is only a thin, two-wire bus cable CIB, which provides full communication across distances of up to 500MB. In addition to reducing the costs associated with a radical reduction in the number of cables and miniaturization of the enclosure, there is also increasing the resiliency of a complete automation system resulting from the reduction of susceptibility to environmental influences which may introduce inaccuracies in measurement, especially in reading analog values ​​that can be deformed by the impact of long-distance connections. more...

TECOMAT PLC controllers bring to the market knowledge and creating progress in monitoring of processes. Modern solutions hardware'owe allow simultaneous communication under different protocols and electrical standards and supervising the implementation of the coordination tasks using peripherals supported simultaneously by two or even three system buses. This allows the construction of large control systems structures of a distributed object-connectable modules anywhere in the bus with a span up to 1000MB without using repeaters. This very modern solution allows the real decentralization of automation and lower costs due to the almost complete reduction of cables connecting the controller with the field devices and a significant reduction in dimensions of the cabinets. Standard integrated two system buses give the freedom to simultaneously monitor the processes that require short response times and those that require large amounts of data such as measurements. If you are looking for a flexible solution giving a simultaneous reduction of costs, TECOMAT family and Mosaic tool always available in web is the best choice.

TECOMAT PLC controllers gain new market niches. Apart from common industrial applications in production machines and production lines, heat exchangers and transport systems, their significant presence shall be indicated also in infrastructure projects and resource management of innovative buildings. In this respect, is dominated by its modernity and technical solutions that allow to rationalize energy consumption, optimize operating costs and flexible adjustment of the technical equipment to the current needs of users. With constantly rising energy prices, TECOMAT controllers yields measurable economic effects with a high comfort of use of offices, conference rooms, houses, public buildings, factories, churches and historical buildings. Traditionally, this time of year EMEA Gateway invites interested persons to visit the International Technical Fair in Hannover on 23-27.04.2012.

Recent months abound with new solutions broaden the scope of application TECOMAT controllers whose family has grown by an additional peripheral modules and program blocks fostering a high position in the market. Automation specialists, maintenance engineers, manufacturers, and above all, users can take advantage of interesting products specific to the processes carried out and the requirements of the controlled objects. A characteristic of the market challenge is that the customers constantly emphasis the need for their freedom to choose suppliers of components for the automation and the ability to implement various communication procedures that connect them. Applications of TECOMAT controllers for the comprehensive management of industrial facilities in which the exchange information between components of different suppliers expands the scope of freedom are market hits. Possibility of building automation systems that overcome limitations enforced by market monopolies of communication increases the precision and quality of production, while leading to rationalize investment and operating costs of the system. Another, but very important feature of the TECOMAT family is ability to optimize management the energy resources, acquisition of data on energy consumption and process them to rationalize production costs. Unique features such as global access to data, a distributed architecture, redundancy, support of "hot swap" functionality makes the TECOMAT family satisfies broad spectrum of needs in the field of process automation and has the potential to dynamically increase productivity and efficiency of the plant.

Recent months abound with new solutions broaden the scope of application TECOMAT controllers whose family has grown by an additional peripheral modules and program blocks fostering a high position in the market. Designers, maintenance engineers, fitters and users received for their disposal specific products to led processes and fulfill requirements of the controlled objects. Due to the significant changes the legal requirements of rationalizing the management of energy resources, anticipated increases in electricity and gas prices and a planned diversification and fragmentation of energy supply from renewable energy sources, new solutions control immediately gained widespread interest of customers. Applications of TECOMAT controllers are market hit for comprehensive management of infrastructure facilities in which to rationalize the management of energy resources and adjustment increasing number of operating parameters become a necessity even for the higher level of households / for more, see the EMEA Smart House /.

PLC programming requires engineering skills and knowledge of modern science. TECOMAT controllers oversee technological task, which very often require a perfect process optimization, stability parameters in challenging environments, the collection of information about recipes to obstruct unauthorized access or provide access to remote service operator in a dedicated network mode of connectivity. The implementation of such tasks and control algorithms, visualization, reporting and response to emergency conditions, requires good preparation merits. To facilitate the first steps or to maintain already acquired skills, there are examples of simple automation for beginners to more complicated for experienced professionals. All are stored in a constantly enriched Tips&Tricks tab in the Internet site of EMEA Gateway. Some of them are "solid fragments of the game" that can be very helpful in the design.

Family of TECOMAT Foxtrot controllers is growing rapidly. Practical applications include almost all industries. Individual units have central configuration of solutions dedicated to helping to deliver a complete specific tasks in technology. All units of the central object-oriented modules can be expanded remote from the CPU limits the length of system buses. The peripherial modules connected to the system bus directly in the basic range, without an extension with fiber optic cable, is about 1km. Approximate number of inputs/outputs supported by even the smallest CPU is more than 4000 I/Os. Central processing units of TECOMAT Foxtrot allow easy and natural to connect the next CPU unit. This enables support for large installations with an extremely smooth inner and outer communication. Configuring the connection to the next 32 CPU's does not require any additional equipment, and the address range is growing impressively for example to 32 * 4000, more than 128,000 I/Os. It is the unrivaled solution on the market of modern automation. All units have central Ethernet connection allowing for direct communication over the Internet, and integrated Web Server which allows you to implement your own web pages. In addition, each CPU has an integrated Data Logger which enables precise collection of historical data, which is particularly important in the food industry to control the composition of the batch produced food. In this regard, Foxtrot TECOMAT PLC controllers are also very innovative solution dominating the market of modern automation.

The development of public data transmission systems allow you to change the structures of automation, the increased mobility of use and immediate response to emergency incidents occurred and reports. Telemetry is direct, remote access to information resources of the automation systems, measurement systems, controllers, actuators and other components of the supervisory processes. Obtained data can be stored locally in memory of data loggers and provided by the integrated web servers, or transmitted cyclically or by event to hosting centers and made ​​available to customers via a dedicated channel of information technology. Both methods and data maintenance have advantages and influence on their price. The first one allows you to increase the role of local controllers, precise collection and analysis of historical information about controlled objects, the second is more attractive for access to the measurement data if object is not supported by local controllers.

TECOMAT Foxtrot controllers completely transform the style and quality of the work of designers and electrical installers in the modern home. Structure of the communication connections of the controller with sensors, switches, actuators and operator panels is based on standard twisted-pair cable which allows freely design the topography of the system. The break with the requirement to use special multi-wire cables to the ordinary twisted pair TP causes a qualitative and the price change of applied wiring systems in both houses, and large infrastructural facilities.

A modern house, this family is everyone's dream. A modern infrastructure facility is often a big engineering challenge. The two buildings combine internal installation systems of varying complexity and varying sizes. Each object requires rational management of heat, electricity and other utilities and to maintain a favorable atmosphere for personal leisure or work. These requirements are often very different. From the comfort of relaxing in the family to ensure the standards required in buildings with high fluidity of movement groups of people collected in the property and rapid response to individual needs. TECOMAT PLC controllers constitute the "heart" of automation systems in both, houses as well as in large buildings covering tens of thousands of supported devices.

Modern automation systems increasingly become more and more complex technological management centers. CPU modules contain library procedures for subsequent manufacturing operations, formulas, reactions to environmental conditions, operator commands and advance algorithms  allowing you to optimize processes and steady keeping the safety of persons and property. Central processing units of modern controllers are increasingly providing expertise in the form of a set of library programs. PLC TECOMAT controllers are leading solutions that offer free access to hundreds of specialized standard procedures available in the MOSAIC tool and, what is most important, free of charge, tested in practice and covered by manufacturer's warranty. more...

Programming of PLC control systems, this is "secret art" for those who make use of older solutions available on the market. TECOMAT programmable controllers are programmed with extremely modern software package MOSAIC, which is a comprehensive tool for performing all functions for handling the automation system. MOSAIC allows you to design the control solutions, even by less experienced automation engineers, giving to choose from an extensive library of specialistic procedures, technological blocks and ready-made graphical components with guaranteed quality and proven functionality.

TECOMAT PLC systems are exceptionally well accepted in control of the process equipment, automation systems, production machines, manufacturing, civil engineering, infrastructure solutions and HVACR systems included in the configuration of a modern BMS. Practical applications cover almost all industries, technical value of TECOMAT controllers is dominant among the systems offered on the market of professional solutions for industrial automation. Their main feature is modernity of integrated solutions covering the functionality of a variety of control tasks and the freedom of a virtual engineering.

World "goes crazy" at the point of information exchange and communication without borders. Modern automation systems dynamically adapt to market requirements. PLCs TECOMAT steer the development of new capabilities by giving users control of technological facilities in remote control and coordination with remote data sources, carrying out analysis of computational processors, or verify the procedures and recipes. A real breakthrough in automation has been made with communication technology that connects objects to remote management centers or specialist creating the new technological processes in mode of virtual engineering. Tasks for unlimited but secure access to the installation, virtual modeling, monitoring of processes and the use of distributed knowledge bases are specific development objectives of TECOMAT systems, coupled communication networks and software design.

TECOMAT PLC controllers are consistently changing the way which professionals develop the structure of control systems for machinery, production lines and infrastructure facilities. Solutions implemented in each central unit of the TECOMAT family allow simultaneous communication with two system buses with very high speed transmission rate. CIB system bus with a capacity of addressing more than 4,000 binary inputs/outputs, or more than 1200 analog inputs/outputs /even in the smallest CPU of TECOMAT Foxtrot / transmits data at a speed of 153.6 kbit/s. TCL2 system bus transmits the information at a speed of 345kbit/s. Both buses allow to attach the peripherial modules anywhere up to 400 meters from the CPU without the need for additional repeaters or amplifiers. Even the smallest CPU allows the serve up to 10 loops of system buses /each up to 400 meters/ connecting the objects spatially placed on the installation.

Modern systems of automation of technological processes set ever greater programming demands. Until recently, it was almost enough to have only two tools. One to develop an interface program /eg. in the form of a ladder structure/, and the second to visualize with the HMI components /eg. text displays/. The primary headache was the steadily increasing price of engineering software, but generally not by itself its growth as the ever-increasing number and variety of software which is necessary for development of the complete project. Many well-known companies providing integrated PLC "buries" the customers with quite a significant number of programs necessary to create the full structure of the control system. Often you can meet the need to purchase different software tools for the "small", "medium" or "large" PLCs, even though they come from the same manufacturer and what's more, which names suggest belonging to the same family of products. It i even worse when the automation system uses both "small" and "large" controllers, then in addition to crazy prices, an additional requirement for proper operation of the installation is the ability to work with different types of software.

The actual structure of control systems should closely match the configuration of technological facilities, production lines and building infrastructure. Previous automatic systems often make it difficult to optimize the topography because of the lack of actual deployment of peripheral modules suited to the needs-driven objects. How often is feared the impact on long cables transmit signals from sensors such as temperature, which, because of forced centralization of controllers, are carried on the distance to bring about their negative impact on the value of the measured signals. Although there are methods of offsetting the negative impacts, but they increase the costs of solutions and do not give the expected results in a wider range of external factors, eg, against electromagnetic interference and power surges.

Energy consumption is an indicator of the progress of civilization. The power of population constitute the consumption of water, electricity, heat, gas, use of natural forces such as wind, wave power or solar energy. In a situation of strong growth in energy demand, increasingly appear to rationalize its consumption needs, both to reduce the cost of its use and the environment. In times of ever increased use of computer control systems are available technical means of the harmonious management of energy resources and carry out remote management with an increase in the consumption level of reliability of its distribution.

Teco Company has developed a family of wireless modules, remote working in the radio network RFox. Bandwidth is dedicated to operating the equipment installed in ISM / Industrial, Scientific, Medical / environments occupying the frequency channel  868.3  -50kHz. Wireless communications in the radio network RFox takes place in the master-slave mode, one master module supports up to 64 Slave peripherals. The scope of propagation is approximately 30m. in the halls and construction of buildings with heavy walls and ceilings, which actively suppress wireless communication, to around 50 m. infrastructure in facilities with lighter construction and about 100 or even 150m. in the open air with good visibility of communicating modules. Applications eliminate the need for wired networks, which is particularly helpful for technological lines with a large number of sensors and actuators and in case of distributed installation of automation systems for the construction of infrastructure /HVACR/, especially in historic buildings.

Communication is a vehicle for progress and way of connecting events and processes, how often described in different forms. In social life, communication allows mutual understanding the people speaking different languages, professing various religions, taking care of different habits, and even more, uniting the nations in groups of common interests. A bit like programmable automation systems. Communications integrates local solutions, although many companies producing PLC use their own "languages" that hinder the exchange of data with products from third party suppliers. Procedures for information exchange in industrial networks are very similar to each other, but practical solutions are, however, so different that sometimes it is a veritable "Tower of Babel", so customers to benefit from competitive solutions are forced to complex changes in plant automation. TECOMAT PLC controllers solve the problems in exchange of information among systems with different standards for data transmission.

Family Tecomat Foxtrot grew a new type of unit. It conforms to the expectations requested by the managers of district heating, especially if they are large systems that support hundreds of exchanger nodes. CPU module with catalog symbol CP-1018 gives you complete freedom to control the size of the analog temperature and pressure in networks of high and low parameters and the circuits of heating and hot water pump control exchangers. Configuration of the CPU is quite ideally suited to applications in the residential heating nodes while ensuring that the management of the whole installation is made in maintenance mode by the SCADA system.