Florence, KY (Vocus) September 28, 2010

Florence, KY (September 28, 2010): Balluff’s networking product line now includes a full I/O and RFID connectivity solution for a CC-Link fieldbus network. Balluff is one of the few manufacturers that offer a full I/O solution, which includes heavy duty machine mount I/O modules, supporting cordsets, and connectivity accessories.

Most CC-Link I/O networks are run out of control cabinets. Typically, IP20 I/O modules reside in costly and bulky enclosures. Due to the need of terminating all I/O points, these solutions are very costly and labor intensive. This can be simplified by using Balluff IP67 CC-Link I/O modules and supporting cordsets by placing the modules near the concentration of sensors and actuators. The smaller footprint and ease of setup will reduce installation material costs and labor, as well as decrease maintenance troubleshooting and repairs.

Balluff CC-Link Product Features:

I/O Module

Unique push-button display allows for easy configuration right at the block
IP67 rugged metal housing withstands harsh industrial environments
Ports accept 2-wire or 3-wire inputs

Cordsets and Accessories

Full range of network and auxiliary power cordsets
Full line of accessories

RFID

100% reliable data tracking
Supports use of both ISO 14443 and ISO 15693 13.56MHz based RFID data carriers

CC-Link is the most dominant and fastest growing fieldbus technology in Asia, and is quickly gaining popularity in the US. The open network is supported by the global CC-Link partner association CLPA, which comprises more than 1000 companies. CC-Link is a standardized fieldbus designed to integrate different automation components from a wide range of providers.

Balluff offers a full range of other networking products, including: DeviceNet, Profibus, Profinet, EtherNet/IP, and IO-Link.

For more information, visit: www.balluff.com/cc-link

Editors: See press release online and download high resolution press images: http://www.balluff.com/Balluff/us/NewsChannel/Press+Releases/en/2010-09+Machine+Mount+IO+-+Industrial+RFID+-+and+Connectivity+for+CC-Link.htm?pr=cclink

Balluff Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of Balluff GmbH, Neuhausen, Germany, is a leading manufacturer of a wide range of inductive, optical, capacitive and magnetic sensors as well as linear position transducers and ID systems. Balluff products for OEM and factory floor solutions are used to control, regulate, automate, assemble, position, and monitor manufacturing, assembly, and packaging sequences for industries including metalworking, automotive, plastics, material handling, wood processing, aerospace, electrical, and electronics.

Editors:

Please contact Kelly Panko at 1-800-543-8390 for clarifications and additional information.

e-mail kelly(dot)panko(at)balluff(dot)com

Direct reader service inquiries to:

Kelly Panko

Balluff Inc

8125 Holton Drive

Florence, KY

Phone 1-800-543-8390

www.balluff.com

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Norman J. Clarke

President, Balluff Canada

2840 Argentia Road, Unit # 2

Mississauga, ON L5N 8G4

Phone 1-800-927-9654 or Tel: 905-816-1494, 905-816-141

E-mail: balluff(dot)canada(at)balluff(dot)ca

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