PROTEK Series enclosures are designed to provide protection, support, thermal management and easy access to rack-mounted, 19-inch panel and other sensitive electronics. Available in a wide selection of sizes, materials and configurations, these versatile enclosures provide solutions for the emerging trend toward intermediate distribution frame (IDF) networks and point-of-operation industrial component applications.

PROTEK enclosures deliver solutions for applications where space constraints or aesthetics demand wall mounting to solve the application requirements. Standard models include a variety of sizes as well as single- and double-hinged door configurations. Single-door cabinets offer a cost-effective solution for protecting, securing and cooling a host of equipment, while double-hinged door cabinets facilitate front and rear access, reducing time to install and connect system components. Additionally, these models allow simple and speedy access for maintenance and upgrades. Models are UL and CSA Listed and available with solid or window doors, providing complete protection and a visual monitoring option.

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The 9460-ET Series by MTL provides cost-effective Intrinsically Safe (IS) Ethernet equipment that can be installed and maintained easily in hazardous areas. The intrinsically safe hazardous area certification permits the components to be mounted in a Zone 1 hazardous area with connectivity into Zone 0 and the associated apparatus certification of the 9468-ET IS Ethernet isolator and 9491-PS IS power supply allow this equipment to be mounted in a Zone 2 hazardous area and connected to intrinsically safe equipment in a Zone 0 or 1 hazardous area.

In Process Automation it is also preferable to use a single cable to provide both power and communications to the end device. The 9460-ET Series can deliver Intrinsically Safe Power over Ethernet (PoEx™) with a single Cat 5e or Cat 6 cable, allowing live connection and disconnection of the end device in Zone 0 and 1 hazardous areas.

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Data-Linc Group’s wireless, license-free SRM6030 Serial Modem offers superior reliability, versatility and performance for wireless serial transmission. It offers an unsurpassed rated range of up to 25 miles (40 km) and an installed range of up to 35 miles (56 km) with line-of-sight and omni directional antennas, farther with Repeaters and/ or higher gain antennas. The SRM6030 is the next generation of the proven SRM6000 serial modem, and is fully backward compatible.

Features

- License-free wireless— operates in the 902-928 MHz ISM (industrial/scientific/medical) band

- Din mount optional

- RS232/RS485 data port

- Range of up to 25 miles (40 km) and in- stalled range of up to 35 miles (56 km) with line-of-sight and an omni directional an- tenna—farther with Repeaters or higher gain antennas

- Full DB9 connector for disagnostics and data

- LincViewTM RF network diagnostic software included

- Up to 256 bit AES Encryption

- Employs Smart SpectrumTM frequency hop- ping technolaogy for maximum data integrity — even in high noise environments

- Factory or field configured for your applica- tion, ensuring trouble-free installation

- Operates as Master, Remote, Repeater or Repeater/Remote mode

- User adjustable hop patterns and frequency zones for refined operation of close proximity networks.

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Mitigate damage and protect control systems from attacks.

Following the latest report of vulnerabilities in a control platform, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security recently issued an alert recommending several strategies to mitigate damage and protect control systems from attacks. Phoenix Contact’s FL mGuard line of security appliances can help make these strategies a reality.

In December 2011, independent researcher Ruben Santamarta publicly released vulnerabilities he discovered within several Schneider Electric PLCs. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Industrial Control Systems Cyber Emergency Response Team (US ICS-CERT) quickly issued an alert confirming the findings and providing mitigation strategies.

The agency recommended users to:

• Minimize network exposure for all control system devices. Control system devices should not face the Internet.

• Locate control system networks and devices behind firewalls, and isolate them from the business network (also known as a defense-in-depth solution).

• If remote access is required, use secure methods, such as Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).

The mGuard provides firewall protection to block both attacks and unwanted network traffic that can negatively impact sensitive control networks. Additionally, the mGuard’s advanced logging capabilities can alert the network manager if somebody has tried access to the network. These logs can be stored locally, or the mGuard can send them to a central location to make auditing and compliance reporting easier. If the application requires Internet access (such as for remote support or diagnostics), the mGuard can create a secure VPN tunnel for safe and secure communication.