C-DIAS modules can be used universally
The new C-DIAS modules are used as a complete, independent control or as an extension to an existing DIAS system , making it possible for both product series to be used with automation concepts. The possibility also exists to use the modules as a remote I/O system or as an intelligent subsystem.

Module carrier with high-speed communication – 30 million I/Os per second
The module carrier, which serves as the mechanical connection for 4 or 8 C-DIAS modules, is also new. An easily operated locking mechanism fixes the modules on the module carrier. A quicker and easier module exchange is possible with a simple connector arrangement through which, the module carrier makes the electrical connection to the individual C-DIAS modules. On the module carrier , equipped with the CPU, communication between the CPU and the I/O modules is established over the parallel data transfer at the highest speed ; a scan rate of 30 million I/Os per second. Up to 8 module carriers can be connected via the DIAS bus with a fiber optic conductor and/or a double-twisted-pair cable.

Practically jitter-free peripheral access possible
The innovative C-DIAS synchronous clock function allows for practically jitter-free peripheral access , which enhances the control quality as well as the machine precision in motion-control applications.

Extensive module identification
With the LASAL CLASS project software, all modules connected to the system can be automatically identified. Each individual module type is listed in a table, thus a quicker and easier overview of the available periphery guaranteed.

Modern, forward-looking design  The housing has been designed with a new concept. The beveled terminal strip makes it possible for the wiring to be directly inserted at the height of a standard cable channel. A functionally designed housing top covers the terminal strip, including the wiring and can be used as a labeling surface. The light-emitting diodes show the current status and allows for a diagnostic functionality. In order to meet the demands for modern logistics and pre-assembly of cables, the C-DIAS modules were extended with a connector strip , which are available with spring clips or screw terminals.

September 2002 SIGMATEK expands to the chinese market The expansion course continues - cooperation with partner-company in Shanghai SIGMATEK's expansion in the international market continues. The company Shanghai DIMENSION Automatic Control System Solution has absorbed the complete array of products from SIGMATEK. At the 9 th Chinese industry exhibition, numerous interested visitors to SIGMATEK’s and Shanghai DIMENSION’s joint display could already be convinced of the automation specialists’ quality and know-how.

SIGMATEK benefits renowned business partner in Shanghai, China
With great effort, Shanghai DIMENSION has made an excellent name in the Chinese automation market after only four years and now counts as one of China’s leading companies . Their core business is the sale of automation-components, a very fast growing segment in the “ Middle Kingdom“.
The products from SIGMATEK, like the DIAS-PLC System (DIAS = Distributed Automation System), visualization systems, industrial-pc's and the DIAS-Servo system, where integrated into the program. This means the costumer will be offered a complete solution from a single source. Shanghai DIMENSION’s area of concern comprises sales, customer training and the creation of costumer specific applications. Fast and competent service is guaranteed on site.

Family firm established in 1998
A privately owned company, Shanghai DIMENSION was established by the family Jao in 1998 and is mainly active in the sale of automation components. The firm headquarters with their 45 employees is located in Shanghai. Because of the high expansion rate, the firm has opened two additional offices in the cities Nanjing and Ningbo.

Fast and dependable communication makes points with DIAS-Bus  at the automationmarket
The growth of the Chinese automation branch represents great potential for the introduction of SIGMATEK products. Because the fast DIAS-Bus has a network access time of only 6µs, fast and a dependable communication for local and decentralized applications is achieved. With the new representation in China, SIGMATEK can continue its course of expansion and further position itself as a global player.

September 2002 All-in-One from SIGMATEK means functions from a single source LASAL With LASAL - All in One, SIGMATEK is again one step ahead. The new project software offers all the advantages of modern automation technology. With Individual tools like LASAL CLASS, SCREEN, TEXT and MOTION; the automation tasks such as project building, visualization and motion-control are accomplished with a single software package. Compared to previous systems currently in the market, LASAL finds applications on more platforms. The Complete SIGMATEK product line from CPUs and terminals to industrial-PCs is supported.

LASAL - All-in-One from SIGMATEK
LASAL – All in one is a unique, worldwide project tool that offers object oriented programming with client-server technology and graphical presentation. Through its central data management, accessing the individual tools for all variables in the system is possible at any time. So project errors can be avoided and the application can be created faster. This saves time and money.

LASAL CLASS – project tool that offers object oriented programming
LASAL CLASS (Control Logic Application Software System), can be used on more target platforms as existing systems on the market. It supports the entire SIGMATEK product line from CPUs and terminals to industrial-PCs. Easy configuration of the various applications as well as a later change of the platforms is possible. The use of innovative programming techniques like transmitting, aggregation and creating complex objects considerably reduce project time. LASAL CLASS expands on the IEC 61131-3 standard regarding object oriented programming and insures the easy and safe creation of applications. Additionally, the total software costs will decrease since with the modularity, reusability and encapsulation of the user programs allow applications to be more easily tested and efficient.

LASAL SCREEN –  HMI-Tool for graphic terminals und industrial-pc's
LASAL SCREEN is an HMI tool (Human Machine Interface) for all graphic terminals and all graphic industrial PCs from SIGMATEK. Through the connection to the common database , LASAL SCREEN can recognize all data points ( Servers) in the system. Picture size and position can be defined individually. In the completed Layouts for operating terminals with function keys , the key assignment is predefined. The selection between operation with Touch or function keys can be made when creating the picture. With the definition of a global picture and the individual screens derived there from, the project time can be decreased. LASAL CLASS also offers the user such functions as alarm-management, event-management (diary), trend-representation, creation of bar charts, Online language and unit conversion, bubble-help-function and drop down menu.

LASAL TEXT – fast and concise projectformation
In LASAL TEXT all SIGMATEK text terminals are presented in graphic form, which makes project organization fast and concise. The individual screens are displayed only because all functions already exist in the library. Through the connection to the common database, the variable is immediately integrated and placed in the display individually. The output format as well as the places after the decimal and the limit values is freely configurable. Additional functions include the creation of global screens, fully assignable keys, the control of LEDs, bar displays and online language conversion.

LASAL MOTION – Motion Control with DIAS Servo line
With the DIAS Servo line, an optimal cooperation between the PLC and drive systems is achieved. Complete functions such as absolute positioning, relative positioning, endless-positioning, CNC-functions and coordinated movement (polygon, linear interpolation, circular interpolation, curve disks, gear functions, flying-saws, tangential axes, electric Waves, circuit motions, etc.), are available. In the LASAL CLASS project tools library, complete motion classes are available that assume all the regulation and control functions of the servomotor.

June 2002 LASAL - a milestone in the automation industry The new project development software by SIGMATEK combines all the functions required for the solution of automation tasks. SIGMATEK presents LASAL, the new project development software. LASAL is a unique, worldwide project tool that offers object oriented programming with client-server technology and graphical presentation. The technology of PC based programming techniques is transferred into the control and automation arena. With LASAL, all the functions to solve automation tasks in the project, visualization and motion control fields are provided. With support provided for many different platforms it can be used for logic control systems and terminals as well as for industrial PCs.