• Rockwell Automation India Private Limited

Motor Control Centres with Ethernet/IP Capabilities

Rockwell Automation has announced the addition of EtherNet/IP to its Centerline Motor Control Centres (MCCs). With the features of an integrated EtherNet/IP network, manufacturers now have access to production information throughout the enterprise and can take advantage of simplified device programming with Premier Integration. Leveraging a single, standard network simplifies communication for the entire enterprise and provides users with the flexibility to control, configure and collect data from any point in the system. In addition, by taking advantage of Premier Integration, users can configure and commission their MCC faster with RSLogix 5000 software, helping to eliminate errors associated with redundant programming. Furthermore, the Ethernet connection allows Centerline MCC users to access information remotely. This allows personnel to safely monitor, troubleshoot and diagnose the MCC without exposing them to potentially dangerous conditions and power equipment. Knowing how a motor control centre is performing from anywhere also saves time by minimizing the need for maintenance personnel to enter the motor control centre. This saves time associated with suiting up with personal protective equipment and helps protect personnel from exposure to hazardous conditions. Designed to meet global standards, Centerline low-voltage MCCs offer a rugged, high-performance packaging solution to meet all of a manufacturer’s motor control needs. With embedded IntelliCenter technology, Centerline MCCs use a pre-configured and pre-tested network with integrated hardware and software. This level of integration helps reduce installation time with its plug-and-play set-up, and can help minimize facility downtime by quickly providing intelligent diagnostic and predictive failure information.