Press Release

7th Mar 2023 - Transform your Industrial PC into an EtherCAT-based system with minimal effort

PENANG, MALAYSIA - FEB 2023 – ViE, a wholly-owned subsidiary of ViTrox Corporation Berhad, aims to be the World’s Most Trusted Technology Company in providing innovative, advanced, and cost-effective Electronics Communication Solutions and is well-pleased to introduce our avant-garde technology, the EtherCAT systems.

Machine makers ought to think about switching to EtherCAT systems because of their enhanced performance. EtherCAT offers high-speed, real-time connectivity, better protocol stability, and enhanced system performance and responsiveness. Due to the usage of bandwidth, it also has increased efficiency because less data is required to be delivered, which enhances system performance and eases network strain. EtherCAT is also more affordable overall because it lowers the total cost of ownership of your systems. In addition, it is also a simpler integration since EtherCAT devices can be easily installed into already-existing automation systems. EtherCAT is an open standard, it is simple to integrate new gadgets and technologies as they become available, guaranteeing that systems are future-proof and flexible. Last but not least, EtherCAT's deterministic communication method guarantees dependable and consistent communication between devices, enhancing the automation system's overall reliability. Tune in to more ViE-engaging products in the near future.

About ECATSlave

ViE’s ECATSlave can simplify your system architecture and achieve cost-saving by converting your Industrial PC (IPC) into an EtherCAT slave without the need to separate communication interfaces and protocols between the PC and other devices.

ViE’s ECATSlave also brings increased flexibility as an EtherCAT slave PC can be used for data monitoring and processing. This allows for greater adaptability in automation systems as the IPC can simply be reprogrammed if needed and be used for multiple purposes.