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HMI and SBC

Control solutions with CAN FD

2022-03-30 iWave launched the IW-G39RH human machine interface series for tough operating conditions. Kontron introduced the Pi-Tron CM4 single-board computer based on Raspberry Pi. Both devices offer CAN FD connectivity.

5-inch LCD display

Control of 3D printers

2022-03-21 Bigtreetech (China) launched the Raspberry Pad 5 LCD screen designed for use with FDM (fused deposition modeling) 3D printers. The display’s USB type-C port can serve as a CAN interface.

Controlled via CAN

Joystick with tactile feedback

2022-03-15 The vibration module for joysticks from Elobau enables operators to handle machines via tactile feedback. The vibration motor is controlled by an electronic module via CAN.

IP65 joystick

Optional CANopen interface available

2022-02-14 Megatron’s 826 joystick comes with a metal mechanism, separately-configurable axes, and output options. For use in mobile machines or special applications, the joystick can be equipped with a CANopen interface.

Extending product portfolio

CANopen and J1939 keypads

2022-02-02 Variohm Eurosensor has added a range of keypads and controllers from the Italian manufacturer Blink Marine to its product portfolio. The Powerkey, Powertrack, and Powerkey Pro series of keypads include CANopen, J1939, and EIA-485 communication profil...

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Development of CAN-based rescue stairs

2021-09-16 Rosenbauer has improved its rescue stairs which implement a CAN system. The company explains its new way of software development and introduces how all relevant characteristics of the 33-ton and about one million Euro rescue stairs were put in one co...

Railway computer

Compliant with EN 50155

2021-09-09 Duagon provides CAN-enabled communication solutions for train networks, control, monitoring, and information systems. The devices comply with the railroad standard EN 50155 regarding vibration, emission, and temperature requirements.

CAN FD visualizing tool

LCD display for in-vehicle messages

2021-04-15 Semsotec (Germany) introduced the DM-5.0-1 Monitor tool for visualization of messages from Classical CAN and CAN FD in-vehicle networks.

ARM Cortex-A53 panel mount

CAN HMI for CAN board

2021-04-15 Garz & Fricke (Germany) introduced the Tanaro 7.0 BX PCT, the latest addition to its existing series of human machine interfaces (HMIs). The HMI is based on the company’s Tanaro board which features a galvanic-isolated Classical CAN interfa...

LCD display

CANopen display with customizable symbols

2021-03-18 Winstar (Taiwan) released the CAN-TFT display from the company’s Smart Display CAN series. The device offers a CANopen interface with suitable development equipment.

9-inch car radio

Multimedia for VW, Seat, and Skoda

2021-02-24 Zenec introduced the Z-E2055 touchscreen car radio with a 9-inch glass display. Some comfort functions from the CAN in-vehicle networks can be displayed and accessed.

Agriculture

Isobus terminal for implement control

2021-02-05 Mueller-Elektronik presented the Isobus terminal Smart570 as manufacturer-independent entry-level device. It complies with the Isobus standard series ISO 11783 and is AEF-certified.

Display

Six LED indicators

2021-01-18 Wuerth Elektronik ICS (Germany) has introduced a CAN-connectable display featuring six configurable symbols.

SPS Connect 2020

Designed for harsh conditions

2020-12-04 At the digital fair, ifm Electronic presented the CAN-controllable Ecomatpanel input module and the Ecolink CAN cables for mobile machines.

Controllers and HMIs

Safe control for harsh environments

2020-12-03 Epec (Finland) unveiled the SL84 safety control unit and the display unit 6505. The company also enhanced its 6112 display unit and updated the Epec SDK tool.

CANopen

HMI and PLC in one

2020-11-25 Spectra developed the controllers of the Unistream series. In addition to a touch display and the controller, they combine numerous sets of analog and digital inputs and outputs in a housing. To the 5-inch and 7-inch models, the 10-inch display has b...

32-inch

Flush-mount HMI with CAN interface

2020-11-19 Garz & Fricke extended its range of POS/PID (point of sale/public information display) solutions with Santoka 32.0 SG. This flush-mount unit with a 32-inch capacitive touch display can be integrated into a device’s surface.

Internet of Things

Dual-mode terminal with CAN interface

2020-11-12 Orbcomm launched the ST 9100 dual-mode telematics device. It targets monitoring and controlling assets in the most remote geographies around the world. The device can be utilized for IoT (Internet of Things) applications.

IP65-rated

Panel PC for maritime applications with optional CAN

2020-11-11 Kontron offers the Flatclient MAR which is a panel PC for maritime applications. It is DNV GL- and IEC60945/IACS E10-compliant and can therefore be used in national and international shipping, marine engineering structures, and offshore wind farms.