Consider M-System as an alternative for I/O requirements.
M-System offers more than 3000 signal conditioners and remote I/O modules as a standard, with more than 75 000 I/O, power and mounting configuration combinations. Special input and output types are also available, with more than 20 000 having been requested and offered to M-System customers worldwide. If one signal conditioner is not enough, M-system can offer a combined solution to do the task.
The products offered by M-System include signal conditioners, distributed network I/O, paperless recorders, panel meters, surge suppressors and valve actuators. Also, M-System is continuously working on meeting modern industrial trends for open network I/O devices including Modbus, Ethernet, Devicenet, Profibus, CC-Link, Mechatrolink and Lonworks. Working with open architecture M-System product can communicate easily with popular HMI software packages and PLC/DCSs. Another important aspect is that M-System’s major offerings are certified against industry standards such as CE (EMC, LVD), UL & C-UL, ATEX and FM.
M-System products include:
* 53U multipower monitor with RS485 Modbus interface.
* Universal field programmable signal conditioner for mV, V, mA, T/C. RTD, potentiometer and resistance inputs.
* PC recorders for various I/O signals with RS232 and RS485 Modbus interfaces.
* Ultra-slim high density signal conditioners.
* Power transducers.
* Dual and quad limit alarms with various input configurations.
* Full range of surge protection for sensors, signals, networks and power lines.
M-System together with Gauteng-based supplier, Tecmo Automation, provide client-specific design advice and product specifications. On-site process analyses can be conducted and results can be used in order to supply a customised and optimised solution. Various distributors are present throughout South Africa to assist with application and on-site assessment. Product catalogues are available upon customer request and product specific demonstration can be arranged if required.
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