Mobile Electronics
We offer electro-hydraulic controls for mobile equipment, including valve electronics, single solenoid controllers, dual solenoid drivers for proportional and directional valves, potentiometer and PWM controlled solenoid drivers, battery chargers, motor controllers, fan drive controls, switch mode power supplies, networked control systems, remote mount solenoid driver, valve drivers for proportional cartridge valves, controllers with feedback, soft shift driver, joystick interfaces, electronic controllers, PID controllers, electronic controls with position feedback, motor controls, pulse width modulation (PWM) drivers or converters, coil saver, networked control systems including CAN bus, DeviceNet, Profibus-DP and AS-interface and other fieldbus controls, enable keypad for material handling equipment, actuator controls and other electrohydraulics for material handling, off-road construction equipment, off-highway vehicles, lift equipment and agricultural equipment.
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Electronic Controls Design
Engineers Are Proud To Accept A Technical Innovations Award For Control and
Sensor Technologies on Excavator and Excavator Attachment Control Systems
Developed In Finland
Toronto, Canada --- November 19, 2002 --- Axiomatic
Technologies Corporation provides award winning and innovative Finnish robotics
for excavator control systems.
We are pleased to announce that the City of Tampere, Finland has awarded R&
D Director, Marko Paakkinen and Managing Director, Tommi Kauppinen with their
prestigious, technical innovation award. They received the award "for
their technical innovations on developing control and sensor technologies on
excavator and excavator attachment control systems. These innovations enhance
the overall performance, accuracy and safety of working."
The system was initially developed for Unisto Oy, a Finnish excavator
attachment manufacturer. Unisto's Movax side-grip attachment with auto-steering
has been sold in over 36 countries worldwide while also receiving several
innovation awards within the construction industry.
The excavator control system is a CANopen networked system to monitor and
control the angle of an excavator attachment. It is comprised of the following
control components.
Our angle sensing technology incorporates solid state
silicon-chip sensors to provide a fast response in high vibration environments.
Our modules are protected against reverse battery connection, overvoltage, and
load-dump situations. Packaging is rugged to suit the mobile environment.
The rugged display includes an embedded PC module with electroluminescent
display, buttons, select switches and adjustment knobs for operator use and
extra I/O for connection of switches, buttons, lamps, and other auxiliary
functions.
There are diverse applications for this angle measurement technology,
including:
As an integrated engineering design and manufacturing company, Axiomatic and Tampere Multivisions operate in Canada and Finland to provide innovative controls for mobile and industrial equipment.
AXIOMATIC Announces Current
Converter Products and OEM Design Capabilities For Process Control, Mobile
Equipment, Military, Aerospace and Power Generation Applications
Toronto, Canada --- November 1, 2002 --- Axiomatic
Technologies Corporation announced today the release of a line of current
converters to convert current signals for industrial instrumentation and
control systems and remote data acquisition systems. Rugged versions are
available for mobile equipment, military, aerospace and power generation
applications. For example, a current output from an engine control unit can be
converted to the specific current required by a control system on mobile
equipment or marine applications. In industrial applications, the current
converter provides a convenient method for interfacing between a signal from a
PLC or microcomputer and a machine control system or a process control device.
The unit accepts a broad range of supply voltages (5 to 45VDC nominal) to
accommodate a 12 or 24V battery connection, 24V powered process instrumentation
or +15V powered data acquisition systems. Reverse polarity protection is
provided. Diagnostic LEDs show power OK and output is functional. Zero and span
adjustments are provided. Operational from -40 to 85°C, the units are
encapsulated or conformally coated for rugged environments. All Current
Converters are packaged for DIN rail mounting. OEM versions and packaging
styles are available.
The Current Converter line includes a variety of models:
Axiomatic Announces A Multiple
Fieldbus Gateway To Interface Between Different Communication Protocols In A
Robust Packaging for Industrial, Mobile Equipment, Robotic and Military
Applications
Toronto, Canada --- October 15, 2002 --- Axiomatic
Technologies Corporation announced today the release of a fieldbus gateway and
master control module, the CAN Hub. The unit can interact with many fieldbuses
including: CANopen, SAE J1939, DeviceNet, Profibus and others.
The CAN Hub can act as a:
The gateway module can be used as a component or
integrated with other Axiomatic CAN bus devices as part of a total machine
control system.
The CAN Hub can offer maximum flexibility when building a CAN bus network
control system. It allows the designer to build in a networked control system
that interfaces to existing control modules using SAE J1939. Messages from a
network are received, filtered and re-transmitted to another networked control
subsystem. Up to three separate network fieldbus protocols can be used for a
vehicle control system with maximum efficiency of data transfer over the
networks.
The CAN Hub provides isolation and filtering for up to three fieldbus
protocols. Two serial ports are available for downloading to a PC, laptop or
other user interface. Real-time data is available through a diagnostic port.
The unit can be programmed from a CAN master in the field. Custom protocols can
be programmed on request. A PC based configuration tool is used to set up the
CAN ports and configure the messages. It is generic for all CAN fieldbuses.
Power supply for the module is nominal 24V (with a range of 9 - 36V). The
module is protected against reverse polarity and overvoltage.
The aluminum housing is sealed to IP67 for harsh environments.
Applications include:
Axiomatic Technologies Corporation
Announces A Practical LVDT Simulator for Industrial, Military and Aerospace
Motion Control Applications
Toronto, Canada --- October 10, 2002 --- Axiomatic
Technologies Corporation announced today the release of a LVDT Simulator used
to test LVDT or RVDT sensors used in industrial, military and aerospace motion
control applications.
The LVDT Simulator joins our family of motion control products including:
The LVDT Simulator uses a 0-10VDC command signal input and an excitation (drive input) to provide two simulation outputs of 1-5VAC. An internal 3kHz oscillator can be utilized as an alternative excitation source. Both outputs are fully isolated. The unit accepts power supply input from 4 to 32VDC. When the input voltage increases from 0-10VDC, the output voltage A increases from 1 to 5VAC and the output voltage B decreases from 5 to 1VAC. Factory settings for the offset (minimum) and span (maximum) are user adjustable. A LED indicates power is OK. The unit is conformal coated and available in a DIN rail mount housing.
Axiomatic Technologies Corporation
Announces Rugged Angle Sensing Control Components for Precise Motion Control in
Industrial, Mobile Equipment, Robotic and Military Applications
Toronto, Canada --- September 16, 2002 --- Axiomatic
Technologies Corporation announced today the release of new motion control
products:
The resolver control module or inclinometer can be used as a component or integrated with our main processor display unit to provide a complete CAN bus closed loop control system. These controls join our family of motion control products and OEM designs, including:
The resolver control module measures angular
displacement and speed over 360° in accurate servo and robotic systems.
The signal from a commercially available resolver (not supplied) is
differentiated by the control module to obtain velocity and angular speed
information. The unit accepts a power supply voltage in the range of 18-32VDC.
It also includes filtering for removing the effects of vibration or other
interference in angular measurement. The user can set up the following features
using the RS232 serial interface or the CAN interface: amplitude and frequency
of the reference signal from the resolver; angular offset; and polarity of the
resolver.
The inclinometer provides a measurement range of +90...-90 degrees in one
direction for the single axis model or two perpendicular measurement axes with
the same range in the di-axial model. The inclination sensor is analog with a
nominal accuracy of up to 0.05 degrees. This solid state silicon-chip sensor
provides a fast response in high vibration environments. Additional filtering
to limit the effects of vibration and EMC interference is included. Output from
the sensor is available through RS232 or CAN bus communications (CANopen, SAE
J1939 or DeviceNet, other protocols on request). The inclinometer accepts a
power supply in the range of 9 - 40V. The module is protected against reverse
battery connection, overvoltage, and load-dump situations. The power supply is
tested against the very strict ISO/DTR 7637 class 4 standard.
Both the inclinometer and the resolver controls are packaged in a rugged metal
housing suitable for mobile and military applications. Various connection
styles can be specified.
Applications include:
AXIOMATIC TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION
ANNOUNCES PID CONTROLLER FOR ACCURATE MOTION CONTROL
Toronto, Canada --- September 9, 2002 --- Axiomatic
Technologies Corporation announced today the release of a PID Controller for
industrial motion control applications and turbine control systems.
The Analog Closed Loop PID controller provides a single channel interface
between a control system and a unipolar or bipolar proportional solenoid
actuator as well as redundant feedback devices such as a LVDT, RVDT or DC
transducer. The controller is packaged for DIN rail mounting.
Features of the unit, include:
AXIOMATIC TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION
ANNOUNCES RUGGED I/O FOR MACHINE CONTROL IN MOBILE EQUIPMENT
Toronto, Canada --- June 4, 2002 --- Axiomatic Technologies
Corporation announced today its OEM design capability for rugged I/O machine
controllers utilized by mobile equipment.
A digital electronic I/O module can replace traditional relay logic to drive
on/off solenoid or proportional solenoid circuits including starter motors,
brakes and hydraulic valves. Features of the I/O modules can include valve
drivers, safety interlocks with sequencing, isolated timed power for 12V lamps,
and indicator LED's. The units interface to 9-16V battery power (with other
voltage ranges available). The designs can accommodate the specific number and
type of I/O required by an OEM application.
The unit shown in the photo accepts up to eight I/O and provides seven 12V
outputs of various amperages including 2A, 5A, 7.5A and 20A. Some of the
outputs are always ON with short circuit protection and current limiting
provided. In this design some logic is included in several of the I/O. For
example, an oil temperature sensor input causes the I/O module to respond with
either an active high or low signal depending on the status of the input. If
the oil temperature sensor input is closed, the I/O module provides a 10 second
delay before turning off the output connected to the fuel solenoid and thus
permitting the system to cool. Once the oil temperature sensor input opens
again, the I/O module provides the output to turn on the fuel solenoid.
Small to medium sized machine applications can take advantage of the robust
packaging for protection from the mobile environment, the quick connections via
one connector to reducing messy wiring, and the enhanced diagnostic information
available.
OEM versions and packaging styles are available.
AXIOMATIC TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION
PROVIDES A LOW COST SPEED CONTROLLER FOR PROPORTIONAL SOLENOID VALVES USED IN
MATERIAL HANDLING APPLICATIONS
TORONTO, ON --- May 2002 --- Axiomatic Technologies
Corporation announced today the release of the Speed Controller. It is a
low-cost cost velocity controller with integral potentiometer designed to
interface between 12 or 24V battery power and a remote grounded proportional
solenoid valve. The controller is suited for use in material handling equipment
and proportional hydraulic circuits found in a variety of mobile and industrial
applications.
Key features of the proportional speed controller:
Contact HydraForce and Axiomatic
AXIOMATIC AND MULTIVISIONS
ANNOUNCE A DEAL TO PROVIDE MOBILE CONTROL SOLUTIONS WORLDWIDE
Toronto, Canada and Tampere, Finland --- March 19, 2002 ---
Axiomatic Technologies Corporation, based in Mississauga (Toronto), Canada and
Tampere Multivisions Oy of Tampere, Finland announced today a comprehensive
technology and business integration agreement.
Multivisions brings its systems and software expertise based in Europe to the
agreement and Axiomatic combines low-cost manufacturing and electrohydraulic
controls design capability in North America to provide a full spectrum of
controls expertise to the mobile equipment market worldwide. With the combined
product range from the two operations, more off-the-shelf solutions are readily
available and can be supported with greater depth.
"We are thrilled with both the technological and cultural fit between the
two companies," said Amanda Wilkins, Marketing Manager at Axiomatic.
"For example, on a recent joint project to develop and improve a CANopen
resolver card, the two companies working together were able to cut about 20%
from both the size and cost of the electronics from initial expectations. The
project moved ahead faster achieving a better result than if either company had
undertaken the project alone. This deal will broaden our ability to offer
standard products designed specifically for mobile applications."
"An immediate result of our business integration is the ability to offer
better support to meet the increasing demands of our global customers. In
Finland, particularly, the customers tend to be strong exporters and they can
certainly benefit from support on more than one continent."
"Our plan is to significantly grow the operations in both countries,"
said Tommi Kauppinen, Managing Director of Tampere Multivisions. "Having
innovative technology and a strong understanding of machine control is
obviously very helpful to our customers. However, as the technology evolves and
more applications require rugged controls, expanding our design capability and
manufacturing expertise makes sense. Almost by definition, we are not involved
unless a complex control scenario or innovation is needed. And once the problem
is solved, the customer wants to move to immediate production with technical
support worldwide. Being able to draw upon a large base of proven products and
having access to an ISO9002 registered production facility experienced in the
manufacturing of robust controls is certainly an added advantage to
Multivisions. In return, Axiomatic benefits from increased accessibility in
Europe."
The ability to combine software, electronics, and electro-hydraulic controls
tailored to customer needs is a key strategy as the Axiomatic and Multivisions
group moves forward. The combined entity offers their existing CANopen and
DeviceNET networked control systems, a broad range of electro-hydraulic control
products, rugged switching mode power converters and a well developed
technology base for customized solutions.
Contact Axiomatic
Contact Tampere
Multivisions Oy
TWO-WIRE SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR A
VEHICLE CONTROL SYSTEM IMPROVES RELIABILITY OF SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AS WELL AS
REDUCES CABLING COSTS
Extended Actuator/Sensor Interface (EASI) is a two-wire
serial fieldbus providing low-cost, simple and reliable machine control for
mobile equipment. As a digital alternative to traditional cable harness
parallel wiring, the standard round two-wire cable transmits both power and
data. This reduces material, set-up and maintenance costs on equipment with
long distance cable runs.
The EASI-network control system uses a single master to power the network and
provide accurate control and monitoring of "nodes" (multiple valves,
sensors, motor controllers or other devices on the network). Devices are
connected in parallel and polled in sequence by the main controller. Quick
connections to the hardware simplify set up. Because EASI-network control
systems are application specific, they are very flexible - offering cost and
efficiency advantages to the OEM equipment designer. Once installed, it is
simple matter to extend the bus to add new devices.
An EASI-networked control system is ideal for construction equipment, bucket
trucks, boom and scissor lift platforms, material handling vehicles, wired
crane control and other mobile equipment where the controls are located remote
from the power unit.
Typical mobile equipment functions provided by an EASI-networked control system
include:
Monitoring, diagnostics and maintenance data logging can
also be part of an EASI-networked control system. Interface to CAN bus, RS485
and other communication networks is available. Transmission, brake and engine
control modules can be incorporated. An operator interface terminal is a
feature of some systems with user programmability and configuration.
Application-specific motor controllers are also available including a variable
speed DC motor controller for bi-directional or uni-directional motors.
Applications of the two-wire EASI-network control system include:
Precision fertilizer spreading for agriculture: The EASI-network Liquid
Spreader Control System is state-of-the art in precision agriculture. It is
used to electronically control the flow of liquid manure or other fertilizers.
The user specifies the amount of liquid to be spread and the control system
regulates the flow based on the desired volume per area (i.e. gallons/acre). To
generate an 'as applied' map, the control system can be tied to a commercially
available Global Positioning System (GPS) to pinpoint the tractor's location in
the field. There are two communication protocols used in this system: the
Extended Actuator/Sensor Interface (EASI) developed by Axiomatic; and RS-485.
Meters, sensors and a gate actuator use digital input and output (I/O) to
interface with an EASI Main Control Module. Gate switches, pump sensors and
wheel speed sensors input to the main control module. Hydraulic valves are
controlled by the digital output from the main control module through an EASI
Remote I/O module that interfaces with the EASI-network. This fully integrated
control system comes complete with an operator interface terminal and is
designed for the severe operating environment of agricultural machinery.
Self-propelled vehicle operating in a warehouse environment: The
manufacturer of the mobile equipment chose a 2-wire fieldbus control system to
reduce wiring costs and improve reliability by reducing the amount of control
connections required. The EASI-network control system accepts operator input in
the platform from a joystick assembly (using an Axiomatic control circuit with
a commercially available joystick). The heart of the system is the main
controller with an integrated level controller critical in this application for
operator safety. The main controller provides the control functions for the
vehicle including: power for the platform controls; lift and lower functions;
steering motor control; pothole safety system control; data for an hour-meter;
and remote annunciation to a horn and beeper. The control system can be shut
down by an emergency ESTOP button. The system also drives an Axiomatic
high-current, variable-speed DC motor controller using CAN bus communications.
The design features a highly efficient synchronous rectification design for
reduced heat build-up and operating temperatures in both the controller and the
motor. The motor controller provides a brake control function with a power
saving feature, brake override monitoring, power to the motor and some
auxiliary outputs.
AXIOMATIC TECHNOLOGIES
CORPORATION ANNOUNCES A NEW LINE OF PWM CONVERTERS FOR ELECTRONIC CONTROL OF
MOBILE EQUIPMENT AND POWER GENERATION
Toronto, Canada --- November 9, 2001 --- Axiomatic
Technologies Corporation announced today the release of a line of PWM
converters to convert Pulse Width Modulated signals into analogue signals for
mobile equipment, industrial automation and power generation applications. For
example, the PWM converter can be used to convert PWM signals from a speed
control system to the specific current input required by a governor on a diesel
engine. PWM Converters provide a compact solution for converting digital pulse
width modulated (PWM) signal into current or the reverse, current into PWM. PWM
to voltage converters are also available. The converters accepting PWM input
are fully isolated. Various PWM ranges within 0-100% can be accommodated. The
units accept a broad range of supply voltages (24VDC nominal). Reverse polarity
protection is provided. Diagnostic LEDs show power OK and output is functional.
Zero and span adjustments are provided. Operational from -40 to 85°C, the
units are encapsulated or conformally coated for rugged environments. All PWM
Converters are packaged for DIN rail mounting. OEM versions and packaging
styles are available.
The PWM converter line includes a variety of models:
AXIOMATIC TECHNOLOGIES
CORPORATION OFFERS CLEAN DC POWER IN A RUGGED PACKAGE FOR 80V, 48V, 42V or 24V
BATTERY POWERED SYSTEMS FEATURING MANAGED HEAT DISSIPATION AND EFFICIENT POWER
CONVERSION
Toronto, Canada --- October 30, 2001 --- Axiomatic
Technologies Corporation announced today the release of a line of DC power
converters. The rugged DC-DC Converter provides clean 12 or 24 VDC power
suitable for solenoids, relays and other electrical systems found in mobile
equipment. Isolated power converters provide power for controls and
instrumentation in power generation applications. The device manages heat
dissipation and requires no forced cooling systems. For operation under the
most harsh and demanding conditions, the IP67 rated unit is fully sealed and
potted in an enclosure to protect against moisture, shock and vibration. Power
from a battery or other source is converted to a 24VDC (or 12VDC) output
regulated to 0.5% (1% in some models). The unit has a high current output
capability of 13 or 15 Amp nominal (18 or 20 Amp peak). An isolated 5 or 8 Amp
output is a feature of the 24V- 24V and 24V-12V models. Short circuit and
reverse polarity protection are provided. The compact unit is designed with
extremely rugged surge and transient suppression in addition to sustained
over/under voltage protection. With nameplate ratings from 100 to 312 VA of
output power (see specific model ratings below), the DC-DC Converter features
proprietary dual-phase topology for high power conversion efficiencies ranging
from 90 to 95%.
The converter can be specified in a variety of configurations to suit your
specific power requirements, including the following.
AXIOMATIC TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION
WELCOMES FRED COLES AS CHAIRMAN
TORONTO, ON --- October 19, 2001 --- Axiomatic Technologies
Corporation appoints Fred Coles as Chairman. Fred brings to the Axiomatic
mobile electronics team 35 years of experience in building both public and
private technology-based businesses.
AXIOMATIC TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION
ANNOUNCES A DUAL SOFT SHIFT DRIVER FOR ELECTROHYDRAULIC CONTROL OF MOBILE
EQUIPMENT
Toronto, Canada --- October 30, 2001 --- Axiomatic
Technologies Corporation announced today the release of a dual soft shift
controller for two directional, flow, and pressure control proportional
solenoid valves in mobile equipment applications.
AXIOMATIC TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION
ANNOUNCES VARIABLE SPEED DC MOTOR CONTROL SOLUTIONS FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES TO
MEET THE LOW COST, RELIABILITY, ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND COMPACT SIZE OBJECTIVES
OF THE OEM DESIGNER.
Toronto, Canada --- July 12, 2001 --- Axiomatic Technologies
Corporation announced today the release of microprocessor-based, variable speed
motor controls for battery powered electric vehicles including small pallet
trucks, sweepers, scissor lifts, walkie vehicles, forklifts, material handling
vehicles, industrial trucks, booms and boom trucks, personnel carriers,
personnel lifts, tow tractors, etc.
AXIOMATIC TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION
ANNOUNCES PROPORTIONAL FAN CONTROLLERS ACCEPTING MULTIPLE TEMPERATURE SENSOR
AND DIGITAL CONTROL INPUTS FOR AN EFFICIENT FAN SPEED CONTROL
SOLUTION
TORONTO, ON --- June 29, 2001 --- Axiomatic Technologies
Corporation announced today the release of a family of Fan Controllers designed
for the electronic control of hydrostatic fan drive systems. Variable control
of the rotational speed of a fan-drive motor provides maximum efficiency and
noise control for operation of the engine cooling fan system. Applications
include motor vehicles (trucks and buses), agricultural equipment, construction
equipment, and stationary power plants. Accepting multiple temperature sensor
and digital inputs, the controller interfaces to a proportional relief valve. A
standard controller is available for some applications. Contact the
manufacturer with application-specific cooling system requirements. Key
features of the fan controllers include:
AXIOMATIC TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION
OFFERS CLEAN 24 VDC POWER IN A RUGGED PACKAGE FOR 48 V OR 42 V BATTERY POWERED
SYSTEMS
Toronto, Canada --- June 2001 --- Axiomatic Technologies
Corporation announced today the release of a 48-24 V DC to DC Converter. The
DC-DC Converter provides clean 24 VDC power suitable for 24V solenoids, relays
and other electrical systems. For operation under the most harsh and demanding
conditions, the IP67 rated unit is fully sealed and potted in an enclosure to
protect against moisture, shock and vibration. Power from a battery or other
source, 48 VDC (nominal) is converted to a 24 VDC output regulated to 0.5%.
Other versions are available that interface to an 80 VDC power source. The unit
has a high current output capability of 13 Amp nominal (18 Amp peak). The
device manages heat dissipation and requires no forced cooling systems. Short
circuit and reverse polarity protection are provided. The compact unit is
designed with extremely rugged surge and transient suppression in addition to
sustained over/under voltage protection. With a nameplate rating of 315 VA of
output power, the DC-DC Converter features proprietary dual-phase topology for
a high efficiency of >95%. The converter can be specified in a variety of
configurations to suit your specific power requirements.
AXIOMATIC TECHNOLOGIES
CORPORATION OFFERS CLEAN 12 VDC POWER IN A RUGGED PACKAGE FOR 48 V OR 42 V
BATTERY POWERED SYSTEMS
TORONTO, ON --- March 2001 --- Axiomatic Technologies Corporation announced
today the release of a 48-12 V DC to DC Converter.
The DC-DC Converter provides clean 12 VDC power suitable for 12V solenoids,
relays and other electrical systems. For operation under the most harsh and
demanding conditions, the IP67 rated unit is fully sealed and potted in an
enclosure to protect against moisture, shock and vibration. Power from a
battery or other source from 35 to 65 VDC is converted to a 12 VDC output
regulated to 0.5%. The unit has a high current output capability of 15 Amp
nominal (20 Amp peak). The device manages heat dissipation and requires no
forced cooling systems. Short circuit and reverse polarity protection are
provided. The compact unit is designed with extremely rugged surge and
transient suppression in addition to sustained over/under voltage protection.
With a nameplate rating of 180 VA of output power, the DC-DC Converter features
proprietary dual-phase topology for a high efficiency of >93%.
AXIOMATIC TECHNOLOGIES
CORPORATION PROVIDES A LOW COST MANUAL CONTROL OPTION FOR PROPORTIONAL SOLENOID
VALVES USED IN MATERIAL HANDLING APPLICATIONS
TORONTO, ON --- January 2001 --- Axiomatic Technologies Corporation announced
today the release of the Creep Controller. It is a low-cost cost manual
velocity controller designed to interface between 24V battery power and a
remote grounded proportional solenoid valve. The controller is suited for use
in material handling equipment and proportional hydraulic circuits found in a
variety of mobile and industrial applications.
Key features of the creep controller include:
AXIOMATIC TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION
OFFERS A PROGRAMMABLE ENABLE KEYPAD FOR LIFT AND MATERIAL HANDLING EQUIPMENT AS
AN ALTERNATIVE TO KEY ACCESS
TORONTO, ON --- January 2001 --- Axiomatic Technologies Corporation announced
today the release of an Enable Keypad to electronically limit access to
battery-powered lift and material handling equipment. It provides an
alternative to traditional key access.
The Enable Keypad allows the user to enable the machine, by entering a valid
user code on the security keypad. The machine is disabled when the star (*) key
is pressed or if the timeout period is elapsed. After being disabled, a valid
user code must be entered before the machine is re-enabled. The user programs
the manager code, up to four user codes and the timeout period.
Key features of the keypad include:
Axiomatic Technologies Corporation designs and manufactures electro-hydraulic control systems, networked communications and switching mode power conditioning units for off-highway equipment and industrial process automation.
HYDRAFORCE, INC. AND AXIOMATIC
TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION RELEASE AN ECONOMY VERSION OF THE 0-5 VDC PROPORTIONAL
VALVE CONTROLLER/AMPLIFIER
TORONTO, ON --- September 2000 --- Hydraforce, Inc. and Axiomatic Technologies
Corporation introduce an economy version of the 0-5 VDC Proportional Valve
Controller/Amplifier. Their line of rugged electronic controls is designed for
accurate control of hydraulic proportional valves used in mobile equipment and
industrial processes. The Proportional Valve Controller/Amplifier supplies a
solenoid valve with current proportional to an input control (0-5 VDC or 10K
potentiometer). The design utilizes high frequency switching output (PWM) to
provide a 2 Amp DC current to the valve. A superimposed dither is factory set.
It reduces friction effects and increases the linearity of the valve. The
economy version has no ramps. Maximum and minimum current can be adjusted to
suit the application. Short circuit and reverse polarity protection are built
in. The unit accepts a wide range of power supply voltages from 9 to 32 VDC.
Designed for the rugged mobile environment, it carries an IP65 protection
rating and CE certification. This DIN 43650 coil-mount unit comes complete with
a 2 meter cable.
Contact HydraForce and Axiomatic
HYDRAFORCE, INC. AND AXIOMATIC
TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION INTRODUCE THE NEXT PROPORTIONAL VALVE DRIVER IN THEIR
MOBILE ELECTRONICS LINE
TORONTO, ON --- July 2000 --- HydraForce, Inc. and Axiomatic Technologies
Corporation introduce a PWM Controlled Solenoid Driver, the next proportional
controller in their emerging line of innovative electronic solutions for mobile
equipment and industrial processes.
Contact HydraForce and Axiomatic
HYDRAFORCE, INC. AND AXIOMATIC
TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION RELEASE A PROPORTIONAL VALVE CONTROLLER/AMPLIFIER FOR
4-20MA CONTROL SIGNAL INPUTS
CHICAGO, IL --- April 2000 --- HydraForce, Inc. and Axiomatic Technologies
Corporation introduce a 4-20mA model of the Proportional Valve
Controller/Amplifier. Their line of rugged electronic controls is designed for
accurate control of hydraulic proportional valves used in mobile equipment and
industrial processes. The Proportional Valve Controller/Amplifier supplies a
solenoid valve with current proportional to an input control (4-20mA). Other
models accept 10 K potentiometer, 0-5VDC or 0-10VDC control signal inputs. The
design utilizes high frequency switching output (PWM) to provide a 2 Amp DC
current to the valve. A superimposed dither reduces friction effects and
increases the linearity of the valve. Maximum and minimum current, ramp times,
dither frequency and amplitude can be adjusted to match the application. Short
circuit and reverse polarity protection are built in. All settings are
independent and "non-following". The unit accepts 9 to 28 VDC power
supply voltages. Designed for the rugged mobile environment, it carries an IP65
or IP67 protection rating and CE certification. DIN coil-mount and remote mount
card-style units are available, complete with cable.
Contact HydraForce and Axiomatic
HYDRAFORCE, INC. AND AXIOMATIC
TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION OFFER A DUAL SOLENOID MULTIFUNCTION VALVE DRIVER WITH
JOYSTICK, POTENTIOMETER AND CONTROL SYSTEM INTERFACE
TORONTO, ON --- February 2000 --- Hydraforce, Inc. and
Axiomatic Technologies Corporation introduce the Dual Solenoid Multifunction
Valve Driver to control 4-way proportional directional circuits used in mobile
equipment and industrial processes. This multifunctional design will support
inputs from industry common joysticks with or without center tap, a standard
potentiometer, or commonly available control signals such as 0-5 Volts, 0 to
+/-5 Volts, 0-10 Volts, 0 to +/-10 Volts, 0-20mA, and 0 to +/-0-20mA. Accepting
9 to 32VDC power supply voltages, the connection is conditioned to withstand
the harsh environment found in vehicular power systems. Reverse polarity,
static, surge and electronic overload protection are provided. A superimposed
dither reduces friction effects and increases the linearity of the valve.
Maximum and minimum current, ramp times, dither frequency and amplitude for
each solenoid can be adjusted to match the application. Independent or
symmetrical ramps as well as deadband jump are user selectable. A master/slave
option permits only one axis of the joystick to operate at a time. Center null
is provided. High low range input provides reduced output for operation in
tight spaces. Multiple outputs are available to implement conventional dual
solenoid proportional 4-way directional valves, or bidirectional proportional
flow circuits using various combinations of flow control and on/off valves. The
driver is available as a PCB board or as a packaged driver enclosed in an IP67
rated metal housing with spade terminal connections. Further details on this
product and other mobile electronics can be found on www.mobileelectronics.net.
Contact HydraForce and Axiomatic
HYDRAFORCE, INC. AND AXIOMATIC
TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION RELEASE A 0-10VDC MODEL OF THE PROPORTIONAL
CONTROLLER/AMPLIFIER AND A SOFT SHIFT DRIVER
TORONTO, ON --- January 2000 --- Hydraforce, Inc. and
Axiomatic Technologies Corporation introduce a 0-10VDC model of the
Proportional Valve Controller/Amplifier and a Soft Shift Driver. Their line of
rugged electronic controls is designed for accurate control of hydraulic
proportional valves used in mobile equipment and industrial processes. The
Proportional Controller/Amplifier supplies a solenoid valve with current
proportional to an input control (0-10VDC or 0-20mA). Other models accept 10 K
potentiometer or 0-5VDC control signal inputs. The design utilizes high
frequency switching output (PWM) to provide a 2 Amp DC current to the valve. A
superimposed dither reduces friction effects and increases the linearity of the
valve. Maximum and minimum current, ramp times, dither frequency and amplitude
can be adjusted to match the application. Short circuit and reverse polarity
protection are built in. All settings are independent and
"non-following". The unit accepts 9 to 28 VDC power supply voltages.
Designed for the rugged mobile environment, it carries an IP65 or IP67
protection rating and CE certification. DIN coil-mount and remote mount
card-style units are available, complete with cable. The Soft Shift Driver
provides a time delay for the soft start of directional, flow, and pressure
control proportional solenoid valves. When the unit is powered on, it ramps to
maximum current over a selected ramp on time. When the power is switched off,
output of the unit immediately falls to zero. The design incorporates a
superimposed dither to reduce friction effects and increase the linearity of
the valve. Mounted directly on the coil with a DIN 43650 connection, the Soft
Shift Driver interfaces to a 9 to 28 VDC power supply via a two meter cable.
Designed for the rugged mobile environment, it holds an IP65 protection rating.
The maximum output current of 2 Amps is user adjustable and ramp on time is
also adjustable over a factory set range. Further details on these products and
other mobile electronics can be found on www.mobileelectronics.net.
Contact HydraForce and Axiomatic
HYDRAFORCE, INC. AND
AXIOMATIC TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION INTRODUCE A PROPORTIONAL VALVE DRIVER IN
THEIR MOBILE ELECTRONICS LINE
TORONTO, ON --- January 2000 --- Hydraforce, Inc. and Axiomatic Technologies
Corporation introduce a Proportional Valve Driver, the next controller in their
emerging line of innovative electronic solutions for mobile equipment and
industrial processes. The advanced design utilizes high frequency switching
output (PWM) for accurate control of hydraulic and pneumatic proportional
solenoid valves. The Proportional Valve Driver supplies a valve with current
proportional to an input control such as 0-5VDC, 0-20mA, an external
potentiometer signal or remote joystick. The unit is mounted remote from the
valve; however, coil mount models are also available. Adjustable maximum and
minimum current, independent ramp times, dither frequency and amplitude permit
the user to select the settings that suit their application. The design
incorporates a superimposed dither to reduce friction effects and increase the
linearity of the valve. A system of LED's indicates output power level, input
level and power on/off. The unit is available as a stand-alone PCB board and as
a packaged driver. The packaged driver is enclosed in an IP65 or IP67 rated
metal housing complete with 1.5 or 3 meters of cable. Further details on this
product and other mobile electronics can be found on www.mobileelectronics.net.
Contact HydraForce and Axiomatic
HYDRAFORCE, INC. AND AXIOMATIC
TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION ANNOUNCE AN ALLIANCE TO OFFER MOBILE
ELECTRONICS
TORONTO, ON --- June 1999 --- HydraForce, Inc. and Axiomatic Technologies
Corporation announced today that they have formed an alliance to offer
innovative electronic solutions to the mobile marketplace. HydraForce is a
well-established designer and manufacturer of hydraulic products, based in
Lincolnshire, Illinois. They recognized the trend toward increasing
efficiencies and the need for continued improvement in the control and
communications of hydraulic circuits. "We see integrating hydraulics and
electronics as a way to offer our customers what they need now and in the
future," said Dick Fontecchio, head of marketing at HydraForce.
"We've spent considerable time and effort optimizing the hydraulic side of
our product line and this is a logical extension for us." The design
engineering team at Axiomatic Technologies Corporation of Toronto, Canada met
HydraForce's's requirements for rugged, high performance electro-hydraulics by
incorporating the latest developments in electronics with a strong foundation
in hydraulics applications engineering. Axiomatic and HydraForce have been
working together for the past year on a variety of developments ranging from
state of the art closed loop controls to low cost rugged controllers. The two
companies have released several new standard products, and anticipate a steady
stream of new offerings over the coming months. As products are released, the
technical material is posted to a joint website, www.mobileelectronics.net,
where customers can have round-the-clock access to the latest information. The
website is also used to highlight capabilities for custom applications,
recognizing that many mobile customers have unique control or communications
requirements. For more information, visit www.mobileelectronics.net or contact
the following.
Contact HydraForce and Axiomatic
| Judy Krause HYDRAFORCE, Inc. 500 Barclay Blvd. Lincolnshire, IL 60069 USA TEL: 847-793-2300 FAX: 847-793-0086 Toll Free: 1-800-682-6875 judyk@hydraforce.com |
Amanda Wilkins AXIOMATIC TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION 5915 Wallace Street Mississauga (Toronto), ON L4Z 1Z8 Canada TEL: 905-602-9270 FAX: 905-602-9279 amanda@axiomatic.com |
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