AMCI Brings Affordable Motion to Allen-Bradley PLCs and PACs
AMCI announces budget-friendly solutions when adding motion (stepper or servo) to your Allen-Bradley PLC. Solutions include a 2-axis plug-in module for 1769 CompactLogix I/O, and 1-axis module for 1734 Point I/O. The 3602 module plugs directly in the 1769 CompactLogix PAC, and the 3401L plugs into... - June 09, 2011
Modbus TCP/IP Encoders Now Available
Modbus TCP/IP connectivity now available with AMCI NR25 Series Absolute rotary encoders. Features include Power over EtherNet and coordinated motion among others. - May 26, 2011
New Web Store Sells Resolvers and Encoders Direct
AMCI Launches their new online store, amcidirect.com, where customers can purchase resolvers and encoders directly. The site provides a complete description, list of specifications, mechanical drawings, 360 degree product photography for each product. - January 13, 2011
AMCI Adds Sales Reps to the Southeast Area
Simpson & Associates Representatives is now representing Advanced Micro Controls Inc (AMCI) in the Southeast, including: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, and Tennessee. AMCI’s recent growth in the Steel, Mining, and Packaging industries has required the addition of sales reps in... - November 19, 2010
AMCI Expands Selection of Size 11 Resolvers
AMCI announces recent mechanical advancements made to the R11 (size 11 resolvers) that increase reliability and maximize equipment up-time. Available with over 50 different configurations, AMCI’s industry standard size 11 resolvers are easily crossed as direct replacement resolvers in a... - October 01, 2010
AMCI Adds Sales Reps to Ohio, Kentucky, & W. Pennsylvania
Paul Davis Automation (PDA) is now representing Advanced Micro Controls Inc (AMCI) in the Ohio, Kentucky, and Western Pennsylvania areas. AMCI has realized growth in the Ohio, Kentucky, and Western Pennsylvania areas, and recently added sales reps to better service the expanding market. - September 18, 2010
Stainless Steel Rotary Encoders Designed for the Most Extreme Conditions
AMCI releases stainless steel encoders with features including IP69K rating, double row sealed bearing, solid and hub shaft versions, and a superior shaft load rating. These encoders are designed to operate where other encoders fail. - August 01, 2010
AMCI and Rockwell Automation Release New PartnerNetwork™ Solutions Brochure
Rockwell Automation and Advanced Micro Controls Inc. (AMCI) have released their first PartnerNetwork™ Solutions brochure. The brochure includes a brief history of the partnership between Rockwell Automation and AMCI, and features AMCI products. - July 01, 2010
EtherNet/IP Multi-Turn Resolver Compatible with Allen Bradley PLCs
Advanced Micro Controls Inc. (AMCI), has released the NR25 series of heavy-duty EtherNet/IP resolvers. Available with many features including Power over EtherNet (PoE), these multi-turn absolute resolvers can save time and money while also simplifying wiring. - June 25, 2010
EtherNet/IP Absolute Multi-turn Encoder
Advanced Micro Controls Inc. (AMCI), has released the NR25 series of heavy-duty EtherNet/IP DuraCoder® encoders. Available with many features including Power over EtherNet (PoE), these multi-turn absolute encoders can save time and money while also simplifying wiring. - June 06, 2010
SSI Interface Module Expands 1762 MicroLogix I/O Functionality
AMCI's 7160 Series SSI Interface modules are the only SSI modules available for 1762 MicroLogix I/O. With easy setup and installation, and compatibility with a variety of sensors and applications, the modules are an efficient complement for the low cost MicroLogix 1100, 1200, and 1400 controllers. - April 01, 2010
AMCI UL Stepper Drives Approved for OEMs and Machine Builders
AMCI has received UL approval for their stepper drives. The SD17040, SD17045, and SD17060 series stepper drives have now been certified by Underwriters Laboratories® (UL) as UL Listed products. AMCI’s newly approved drives are rated for operation in ambient temperatures ranging from 0°C to 50°C, and are compatible with AMCI’s complete line of motion controllers and high torque stepper motors. - February 24, 2010
ControlLogix Interface Communicates with EnDat Sensors
Utilizing Rockwell Automation licensed technology, AMCI 7272 is 100% compatible with 1756 ControlLogix PLC and directly interfaces with all Heidenhain EnDat 2.1 rotary encoders, high accuracy angle encoders, and linear scales. Unit includes latch inputs, onboard diagnostics, and read/write access. Digital and bidirectional, 2-channel module can transmit position values as well as read and update information stored in encoder, or save new information. - December 13, 2009
Motion Control for MicroLogix 1762 Has Arrived
AMCI has released the only motion modules available for MicroLogix 1100, 1200, and 1400 platforms. With advanced features including linear and circular interpolation, the 3100 series controllers can support simple to sophisticated applications. - October 29, 2009
LDT Sensors Get Interface Module for ControlLogix PLC
AMCI releases the only LDT interface module for Allen-Bradley’s ControlLogix PLC, making it easy and affordable to interface linear displacement transducer (LDT) sensor data. - October 17, 2009
AMCI's Compact, Powerful Stepper Drive Beats Expectations
AMCI introduces a space saving, powerful, 170V bus, 4.0 Amp microstepping driver. Standard features include switch selectable microstep resolutions, automatic idle current reduction, anti-resonance, short circuit protection, and overtemperature circuitry. No additional power supply is required,... - July 15, 2009
Stainless Steel Resolvers Designed for Extreme Duty and Food Grade Applications
AMCI has developed a family of heavy duty, IP67 rated stainless steel resolver transducers. Options include 304 stainless steel, 5/8” shaft, and hi-temp rating. Designed for harsh environments such as food processing, wash downs, and steel mills. - July 04, 2009
Size 15 Encoder Resists Shock, Vibration, and Cold
AMCI releases a heavy-duty size 15 magnetic encoder that resists shock, vibration, and cold temperatures. Available in either SSI or Analog output versions, AMCI’s ME15 series encoders are designed for budget-minded applications that require superior reliability. - November 05, 2008
AMCI Resolver Transducers Are Direct Replacement for Expensive Competitors
Designed as a direct replacement for today’s competing resolver transducers, AMCI releases their new HT/HTT-400 series resolver transducers in 4” diameter housing. AMCI’s HT/HTT-400 series are also available with a wide selection of resolver types, suiting most electrical specifications. Short lead times come standard with this product. - March 09, 2008