Machine-Mount Wireless Controllers and I/O Combo

Feb. 8, 2013

We build most of our machines by combining modules, so machine-mount controllers and I/O have been particularly effective because they allow us to test each module separately. But the cost and time required to wire the modules together at our customers’ sites is a concern, and we’re wondering if wireless is the right solution. Can anyone relate their experiences with machine-mount wireless controllers and I/O?

We build most of our machines by combining modules, so machine-mount controllers and I/O have been particularly effective because they allow us to test each module separately. But the cost and time required to wire the modules together at our customers’ sites is a concern, and we’re wondering if wireless is the right solution. Can anyone relate their experiences with machine-mount wireless controllers and I/O?

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