Hilscher, a company specializing in industrial communications and automation solutions, has released new firmware for its netX 90, enabling equipment builders and system integrators to design flexible and efficient industrial communications networks.

Hillscher announced on the 11th that it has expanded the application range of the netX 90 with the release of two new firmware focused on motion control functions.

'netX 90' is a multi-protocol communication processor, and in line with the requirements of industrial drive manufacturers, not only the Sercos III firmware but also the EtherCAT slave firmware has been updated.

With the release of two software releases, Hillscher is expanding its portfolio of solutions for industrial motor control applications to enable simple and reliable integration into real-time networks.

netMOTION products are Hilscher's all-in-one solutions for motor control applications with built-in communication interfaces for netX 90-based real-time Ethernet networks.

Hillscher said the solution targets manufacturers of industrial pumps, ventilators and compressors, valve islands, small actuators and encoders, as well as servo drives with network interfaces.

Users can use Hilscher's netMotion, which includes a comprehensive software kit. A development board is provided.

The combination of motion control applications and real-time Ethernet communication enables: △higher efficiency in terms of motor control and industrial communication network integration; △improved synchronization between motor control and network; △reduced cycle time; △reduced material costs and reduced demand for external components; and △shortened time to market.

Additionally, Hillscher said that its existing netX chip technology offers various benefits such as stability, availability, and flexibility.