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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PRESS CONTACT: Beth Nicholson 508.497.0335 beth.nicholson@ctc-control.com
DATE: May 21, 2004
Enhanced Web Enabled Controller to
Be Released
Model 5200 has communications,
file storage enhancements
HOPKINTON, MA – Control Technology Corp., a leading manufacturer
of automation controllers that integrate motion control, I/O, user interfaces,
and enterprise connectivity, has added the Model 5200 to its Blue Fusion™
line of web enabled automation controllers. The Model 5200 features
the following enhancements:
- Built-in web server enables users to securely
monitor, control and upgrade processes via Internet access.
- Multi-unit expansion racks enable users to control
larger applications with more I/O via a single CPU and control strategy.
A single Blue Fusion system can now control up to 192 I/O points and
up to six axes of motion.
- Bidirectional email support lets the Blue Fusion
controller send alerts or production data via an email message.
Users can also send an email to the Model 5200 with customized instructions
to modify the operation of the controller.
- Local data logging records millions of points
in real time. Can be used in conjunction with remote servers
to provide redundant data archival.
- Flash file storage enables users to store process-related
files such as CAD, video and documentation on the controller
The Model 5200 supports popular protocols such as UDP, TCP/IP, HTTP,
and Modbus Master/Slave TCP. Through
DHCP support, the controller can be named and appear like any other
node on the network. The Model 5200 can additionally be
set up as an FTP server for upgrades, support or for propagating control
strategies from one control unit to others. For additional data
management, the Model 5200 may be used with CTC's
family of software, including CTServer™ and
CT HMI™ software.
About Control Technology Corporation – Control Technology Corporation designs, manufactures
and markets products that enable electronic automation devices to be
controlled, configured or reprogrammed over the Internet and/or Intranets.
CTC’s automation controllers and software
are used in a wide range of industrial and commercial applications,
including Web-based control, motion control, analog and digital I/O
control, and remote data acquisition. CTC’s
headquarters are in Hopkinton, Massachusetts
with regional technology centers in Wisconsin
and California.
Founded in 1975, CTC is a leader in web enabled automation and has been
awarded numerous patents in this area. More information is available
at www.ctc-control.com.
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