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Advantech expands line of PC-based programmable controllers ADAM-5510 series now includes Modbus, TCP server, client functions and KW SoftLogic

Cincinnati, Ohio (December 3, 2004)- Advantech Corporation, Industrial Automation Group has extended its selection of PC-based SoftLogic and programmable controllers with five new products in the ADAM-5510KW and ADAM-5510 series. The most powerful new controller is the ADAM-5510EKW/TP, which integrates Modbus/TCP server/client functions and supports KW MULTIPROG® for programming of IEC 61131-3 SoftLogic languages.

The ADAM-5510EKW/TP is a new 8-slot controller in the ADAM-5510KW SoftLogic controller series, which are all equipped with KW’s software runtime engine ProConOS and the MULTIPROG® programming utility. MULTIPROG® complies with the IEC-61131-3 standard, which supports five control languages: Ladder Diagram, Function Block Diagram, Sequential Function Chart, Structured Text, and Instruction List. The ADAM-5510EKW/TP can work as a Modbus/TCP client to retrieve data from remote I/Os, and Modbus/TCP server to connect with the HMI/SCADA software. Furthermore, it is possible to remotely maintain multiple ADAM-5510EKW/TP controllers by running MULTIPROG® via an Ethernet network.

The second product in the ADAM-5510KW series is the ADAM-5510EKW, an 8-slot controller with Modbus/RTU master and slave functions.

In the ADAM-5510 series of PC-based programmable controllers, Advantech has introduced Ethernet- enabled features. The new 4-slot ADAM-5510/TCP and 8-slot ADAM-5510E/TCP support HTTP server, FTP server, and e-mail alarm functions. These functions can be used to monitor a system via the Internet, acquire data through an FTP connection and send alarms to designated e-mail addresses if a critical situation emerges. Both products also support Modbus/TCP server/client functions.

Another new product in the ADAM-5510 series is the ADAM-5510E, which provides eight I/O slots and offers Modbus/RTU master and slave functions.

Advantech’s ADAM-5510 series offer a total solution for diverse application requirements in factory automation, facility management systems, and environmental monitoring systems.

The ADAM-5510 series is available for sale through Advantech distributors or by calling 1-800-800-6889.

Advantech Corporation, Industrial Automation Group - Founded in 1983, the Industrial Automation Group of Advantech Corporation is the only complete PC-based Industrial Automation Solution Manufacturer offering products such as Industrial PCs, Workstations, Panel PCs, Flat Panel Monitors, Heavy Environmental PCs, Customized PCs, Single Board Computers, Data

1 Acquisition & Control Devices and Web-enabled products for a wide array of industries. Drawing on the talents of more than 1,800 people, Advantech operates an extensive sales and marketing network in 16 countries and 35 major cities to deliver fast time-to- market services to our worldwide customers. Today Advantech offers over 700 products and solutions, adding 30 new products each year. US operations for the Industrial Automation Group are based in Cincinnati, OH (877-294-8989). Advantech Corporation, Industrial Automation Group, 1320 Kemper Meadow Drive, Suite 500, Cincinnati, OH 45240. Web: www.advantech.com/eAutomation. Email: [email protected]