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Cscape™ EnvisionRV (Remote View) is a low-cost, powerful Windows® based software application that will allows you to view and access remote Horner OCS controllers via a personal computer. With EnvisionRV Version 3.0 you can design high resolution screens for any OCS controller (design larger screens than the OCS displays up to 1920 x 1200 pixels) in Cscape™ 9.10 and later and display them on the PC. You can connect to any OCS controller for the data…even a display-less RCS unit! Graphical objects look and behave the same on the PC as they do on the OCS. This feature reduces training costs and can significantly speed up your implementations. Pricing includes one PC locked copy on a USB Flash drive.

Horner APG Canada would like to invite everyone to come visit us at some of our upcoming Trade Shows. We welcome the opportunity to meet new clients and catch up with old clients on what's - what in the automation world. To help keep you up to speed on what's new with Horner, please feel free to follow us on Twitter (@hornercanada) for daily updates on upcoming events, new product lines and enhancements, and much more.

In May we will be at the Southern Alberta Petroleum Show in Medicine Hat, AB. Among 250 exhibitors specializing in the Oil, Gas and Energy Industry.

June brings about the world famous Global Petroleum Show, right here in Calgary, AB. Where Calgary plays host to 95 countries. This event only comes around every second year so be sure to get in on the action.

We look forward to seeing you all there!

Powerful All-In-One Controller with Vibrant Color Graphics, Embedded Ethernet, and Snap-on I/O

The QX Color-Touch OCS (Operator Control Station) series features a fast, powerful logic engine, SVGA resolution touchscreens and optional snap-on I/O. OCS is a robust, reliable control product that combines a traditional controller, programmed in ladder logic, operator interface, I/O and networking into an integrated, all-in-one unit using a single software package.

The QX Series Color-Touch OCS Units are all-in-one controllers with modularity. All units feature an integrated operator interface and control engine, with multiple serial ports, built-in ethernet, and removable mass storage. The 5.7" QX351 and 15" QX751 also include USB mini-B and USB A as standard. The 5.7" QX351 has support for up to two SmartStack I/O modules and CsCAN networking built-in. QX units 8.4" and larger require an optional BackPack unit to add SmartStack and CsCAN capability - and these larger units also support optional video interface units  for NTSC video input or RGB video output.

Horner APG Canada's Cscape Programming Software offers a variety of features:

• Integrated Control Development
  - Logic control
  - Operator Interface
  - I/O configuration
  - Network Development
• Logic
  - Full-featured ladder editor
  - Easy to use drag and drop editing
  - Simple yet powerful I/O Configuration
  - Full IEC1131 all 5 languages available
• Operator Interface Messaging/Graphics
  - OI Messages configured as ladder functions
  - Function keys and Displys directly mapped as input contacts or output coils
• Networking
  - Navigator allows system-wide view
  - Multiple units can use same logic files

Cscape software combines graphical ladder diagram programming (based on IEC-1131) with operator interface development to completely integrate the control package. It’s straightforward approach to programming by combining logic with messaging and networking.

Cscape Programmable Logic Controller Software is absolutely free to download. You’ll need to register for an account to get started. Be sure to use a valid e-mail address as the final download link will only be sent to confirmed accounts.

Cscape with Symbols Library on Flash Drive

The library of 4,000+ symbols is completely integrated with Cscape 8.0 and later. Whenever you want to edit a screen with a new symbol, you’ll be selecting and placing either a bitmap object or animated bitmap object. An option will appear in the dialog box to “Select Symbol.” From there it’s a simple process of browsing the 64 available categories, and scrolling down to find the symbol you want to use. Once inserted, the symbol can be moved and/or scaled like any other bitmap object

The SmartRail I/O System is Horner’s newest I/O offering.  SmartRail is compact – but highly expandable and scalable.  You can choose from these three options: an Ethernet Base with a built-in two port switch, CsCAN or Profibus DP.  This allows it to work great with all-in-one (OCS), or even with third party controllers.  Each base can hold up to 8 I/O modules, for a total of up to 256 digital and 32 analog points.  Now just daisy-chain as many additional bases that are needed to complete the application – up to a total of 2048 digital and 512 analog I/O.  Software configuration is a snap as well – just plug-and-play using Cscape.

Digital I/O is available in 8, 16, and 32 point modules – with DC (in and out) and Relay options. For the 32 point modules – SmartLink Wiring Accessories make the multitude of terminations neat and compact. Analog I/O selection is extensive – with modules for 0-10V, 4-20mA, Thermocouples, and RTDs.  These are offered as 4 channel Input only, Input/Output, and Output only models.

Horner APG Canada invites you to join us for a two day programming training course. The course runs January 23rd & January 24th, 2012, from 9:00am - 4pm and includes an XE-102 controller with programming cable and lunch both days. This interactive course will include basic and advanced programming lessons with question and answer periods. Confirmation for the course must be in by January 2nd, 2012 and is on a first come first serve basis. Space is limited so book early! The course will be held at Suite 200 - 5970 Centre Street S.E., Calgary, AB. You can email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for a registration package or visit us online.

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As us about our new product, the XL10e!

Powerful All-in-One Controller with Integrated I/O and Full Ethernet

The XL10e All-in-One controller with a built-in 32,000 colour TFT touch screen, I/O-Modules, networking options, removable MicroSD™ Card slot and USB ports. It is programmable using Horner APG's industry recognised Cscape™ software and can control a wide range of different processes and machines from small to medium applications. Find out more.