Anybus X-gateway CANopen now shipping

This new X-gateway allows you to connect CANopen devices to any industrial network (Profibus, DeviceNet, Modbus, ControlNet, Profinet, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, Modbus-TCP etc.)

A configuration manager will have you up and running in notime
You easily configure the gateway by using the CANopen configuration manager (a piece of software which you can download from anybus.com). To connect the gateway to a PC, you will also need a USB CAN dongle.

» Learn more about the Anybus X-gateway CANopen
» How to order

Record results for 2010 and strong interest in our technology

"2010 was a record year for HMS with a 52% increase in sales volumes and more in-design wins than ever. The interest in the HMS offering is strong and we see this as proof that the market is on the rebound and that our market concept is viable.

In 2011, we will keep reinforcing our team, launch new products, and establish new sales channels in order to strengthen the HMS position as the preferred supplier of industrial communication solutions."

Staffan Dahlström, President and CEO

» Read Staffan's entire comments on the 2010 results

Now you can. As of this year, the Anybus CompactCom Profinet 2-port module supports the green automation initiative of the automotive industry.

PROFIenergy is a standard for saving energy in industrial devices. For example, it specifies how equipment should be switched off during idle times and unexpected pauses.

» Anybus CompactCom Profinet 2-port module
» More about PROFIenergy on profibus.com

Technology Trends: BACnet on the rise
As with many other industries, the building automation and HVAC (Heating Ventilation AirConditioning) industry is now contemplating a migration towards Industrial Ethernet technology. Consequently, we are now seeing many device manufacturers and system integrators looking into BACnet/IP, and this could very well be the next big thing within the building automation and HVAC market. » Leif Malmberg talks more about this trend
	HMS Product Line Manager Leif Malmberg talks about new trends in industrial connectivity.

HMS expands operations in the UK, Denmark and India

As a part of the strategy to be as close to customers as possible, HMS now establishes offices in the UK, Denmark and India.

The UK and Denmark are already strong partner markets for HMS. India is a new and quickly expanding market with vast potential. With three new branch offices in Pune, Bangalore and New Dehli, HMS will be able to offer local sales and support on the Indian market.

» Read more

» Contact HMS

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HMS EVENTS
See Anybus products at the following
Trade Shows

Rockwell Automation University Special
Aarau, Switzerland
March 8-9

World of Industry WIN Fair 2011
Istanbul, Turkey
March 17-20

RTS Embedded
Paris, France
March 29 - 31

Rockwell Automation University
Milano, Italy
March 30