PECM Issue 47 2020 | Page 40

CONTROL & AUTOMATION

One controller does it ALL : Integration of IT and OT on one platform

Red Lion ’ s FlexEdge™ Intelligent Edge Automation Platform now combines the scalability of Linux ® with the power of Crimson ® 3.2 software into one userfriendly operating system . This fusion enables a single FlexEdge controller to provide advanced networking , security , and automation . By integrating information technology and operational technology , FlexEdge helps customers reduce costs , improve data security , and increase productivity .
Powered by Crimson 3.2 software , the FlexEdge platform provides customers with maximum flexibility to easily modify controller functionality as application needs change . From advanced networking to automation , one controller does it all . Customers can enable additional functionality through field-unlockable software upgrades that eliminate the need to purchase or add more equipment , saving both money and unnecessary downtime .
These new capabilities open doors to new product combinations , further expanding the applications to which the FlexEdge platform can be deployed . With FlexEdge ’ s
modular communications sleds , users can now deploy multi-cellular radio gateways for critical communications applications . And , for environments with demanding requirements , the platform offers multiple isolated serial ports , routable Ethernet ports , optional serial , USB , Wi-Fi , and cellular communications sleds , and field-installable I / O .
To learn more about Red Lion ’ s FlexEdge™ Intelligent Edge Automation Platform , visit www . flexedge . net
CryptoAuthentication™
Datakey ’ s new CryptoAuthentication™ tokens are ideal for embedded systems that :
• Require ‘ cyber robust ’ removable memory devices for applications that include the transfer of passwords ( or other data needed for user authentication purposes ).
• Need physical transfer of security keys , certificates , sensitive data or system configuration files . At the heart of all devices in the CryptoAuthentication™ line of memory tokens is a Microchip CryptoAuthentication™ high-security hardware IC . Its features include :
• A unique and non-changeable 72-bit serial number ( set by Microchip )
• A 512bit one-time programmable ( OTP ) zone
• A random number generator
• A SHA-256 hash algorithm for data encryption . To understand how it could improve the security in your embedded system , we ’ re giving you a chance to win a CryptoAuthentication™ Development Kit !
www . nexusindustrialmemory . com / land / cryptoauthentication-devkit /
Minebea Intec launch NEW OCM Weigh Price Labeller with complete field to fork traceability and 24 / 7 on site service support
Minebea Intec have brought their expertise in checkweighing to the labelling market with a new OCM specifically designed for the meat , fish , dairy , fruit and vegetable markets . The new WPL – S is a manual weigh price labeller best suited to low volume and products not suitable for automatic labelling . It boasts an array of features including industry leading hygienic design , field to fork traceability to adhere to government guidelines , integration with other hardware and open source software , automated reporting , a 2 year warranty and 24 / 7 on-site service support .
Minebea Intec are showcasing their new WPL-S as part of their virtual demonstrations within their Birmingham showroom . If you ’ d like to find out more , you can visit https :// www . minebea-intec . com / en / services / virtual-showrooms / or call the office on 0121 779 3131
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