I/O Solutions

Operations typically involve communication between various machines, nodes, or devices, each responsible for handling distinct parts of the workload. These tasks may include reading and writing data from distributed storage, transmitting and receiving data between services, or managing I/O for parallel computing processes. Distributed I/O (Distributed Input/Output) refers to a system architecture where I/O modules are positioned closer to the field devices they control or monitor.

Widely used in manufacturing, building automation, process industries, and transportation, Steiner I/O Solutions offer numerous advantages over traditional centralized I/O systems. These benefits include reduced wiring, faster response times, enhanced reliability, and greater flexibility. We, at Steiner, partner with major manufacturers such as Siemens, Turck, Weidmuller, and Banner Engineering to provide the best I/O solutions tailored to your needs.

Featured I/O Manufacturers

Siemens I/O Solutions

Siemens:

Siemens offers versatile distributed I/O systems for use within control cabinets or directly at machines. The modular design ensures easy scalability and cost efficiency, supporting diverse applications.  With options like digital and analog I/O, intelligent modules with CPU functionality, safety engineering, motor starters, pneumatic devices, frequency converters, and specialized technology modules, Siemens provides solutions for every need. Communication over PROFINET and PROFIBUS, transparent diagnostics, and seamless integration with SIMATIC Controllers and HMI units highlight the benefits of Totally Integrated Automation.

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Turck I/O Solutions

Turck:

Turck offers a comprehensive range of distributed I/O products for common industrial fieldbus protocols, including in-cabinet and on-machine I/O, decentralized control with programmable systems, and advanced technologies like RFID. These solutions help reduce time and costs across planning, installation, commissioning, and operation phases. Turck’s modular I/O systems provide flexibility for various applications, with in-cabinet options featuring versatile gateways, decentralized control, and motor starter integration. Their block I/O solutions support a wide range of signals—digital/discrete, analog, temperature, counter, RS485, RS232, SSI inputs, IO-Link, and RFID—across multiple network protocols.

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Weidmuller I/O Solutions

Weidmuller:

Weidmuller’s u-remote is a compact and flexible I/O system designed for maximum adaptability. With swappable components and visual cues, it enables quick troubleshooting without system downtime. Supporting all common fieldbuses and protocols, u-remote works with virtually any PLC, offering an ideal solution for machinery construction applications. Whether used as a panel system, in mixed IP20 and IP67 setups, or positioned directly in the field, u-remote provides the flexibility to design a customized I/O architecture while benefiting from a fully integrated system.

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Banner I/O Solutions

Banner:

Banner I/O Blocks enhance PLC or HMI programming with intelligent features that go beyond basic discrete signals. They monitor metrics like counts, pulse durations, events per minute, and counts per minute at speeds up to 5000 Hz. Additional features include port mirroring to route input states to outputs and configurable delay modes, such as on/off delays, one-shots, and pulse stretching. Some I/O Blocks feature DXM functionality to shift system control logic away from PLCs. These blocks also support programming in ScriptBasic or Banner software, making it easy to add action rules, math functions, and other commands.

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