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(Aug 17th 2009)

Baseblock Introduces VirtualSCADA VS1 Update

We are pleased to announce that the VirtualSCADA VS1 is now shipping with following new functions.

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BulletVirtualSCADA VS1 Brochure (PDF, 464 KB)

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VS1 New Functions:

Modbus/TCP to Modbus/RTU Gateway

Function allows for using the VS1 as a Modbus/TCP to Modbus/RTU gateway for connection to PLC systems and simultaneously monitor/control connected devices via your standard web-browser.

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Device Overview

Function shows real-time overview of each device connected to the VS1 without creating any overview pages.

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Trend / Log Function

Added Delta Logging - Stores the difference between the two last samples. As an example; a pulse counter is used. This counter increase the value for each received pulse.

Counter Logged-Value
5 5
20 15
32 12

 

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Other

- Updated VirtualSCADA Configurtor Software

- Improved web-page compression for low-bandwith communication

- Alarm function added for no connectivity

- New SNMP Setup page


(Apr 21st 2010)

New Baseblock Energy Savings Estimator for AC Motor Systems Now Available

Estimates Energy Savings and Payback Time when using a NEMA Premium Motor versus a standard motor or rewinding and existing motor.

Baseblock Software a leading provider of motor control software is pleased to announce the availability of the new Energy Savings Estimator for AC Motor Systems.

This program estimates energy savings and payback time when install a new AC motor with a higher efficiency (e.g. NEMA Premium Motor) compared to using a standard efficiency motor or rewinding an existing AC motor.

The results can be viewed in graphical format and text format and the software has built-in functions to generate an energy estimation report especially designed for consultants.

The energy estimator for AC Motor Systems is available in two editions:

  Single system Edition

  • This edition allows users to estimate energy savings of a single motor system and generate a multi-page report based on the estimated savings.

  Project Edition

  • This edition allows users to estimate energy savings of a project containing multiple motor systems of equal or different size. The software generates multi-page project report including a summary page based on the estimated savings of the total project.

Software Features:

5 Steps to complete estimation

Estimate energy savings for AC Motors up to 5000 HP / kW

Carbon Footprint Calculation (CO2 Exhaust)

Currency selection ($, Euro, Pound, Custom)

Metric / English Units Selection

5 easy steps to complete your estimation

Customizable report with your company logo

Utility incentive / rebate function for project and system level

Customizable efficiencies for all comparison systems

 

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Compatible with Windows 2000, XP, VISTA and 7

This software is available to manufacturers of AC Motors for brand-label and customization

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(Mar 15th 2010)

New Baseblock ComTest Pro Software for MODBUS RTU Devices Now Available

Baseblock Software a leading provider of motor control software is pleased to announce a free advanced communication test utility for MODBUS RTU Devices.

This complementary program allows users to test and troubleshoot MODBUS RTU communication by sending single or multiple read or write commands to the device. The software offers comprehensive data-logging, data-formatting and error checking features.

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Software Features:

Supports baud rates up to 230.4K

Decimal/Hexadecimal logging

Read Holding Registers (0x03) w/ customizable function codes

Write Single Holding Register (0x06) w/ customizable function codes

Write Multiple Holding Registers (0x10) w/ customizable function codes

Detailed logging with date and time step

Write function support for up to 128 data registers

Read function support for up to 128 data registers

Raw data view selectable Hex/Dec

Read or Write a range of user specified registers

Read or Write registers auto-color for valid and error response

Loop / Repeat Command

Advanced Error Checking Dialog

Independent Valid, Error and Time-Out counter with reset function

Save log file in text or rich text format (color coded)

Valid Response Counter with independent Reset Function

Error Response Counter with independent Reset Function

Time-out Response Counter with independent Reset Function

Error message suppression function

Comprehensive error checking

Adjustable Response Delay Time

Adjustable Transmission Delay Time

Selectable RTS Control Selectable

Selectable Echoback Suppression

Reverse CRC Support

Comprehensive Help File

Automatic Update Function


File Size: 10.7 MB

File Format: Windows ZIP File

Compatible with Windows 2000, XP, VISTA and 7

Installation: Unzip File to Temporary Folder and run setup.exe

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(Feb 1st 2010)

Baseblock Mobile Applications for AC Drives, DC Drives, Soft-Starters and Servos

Baseblock Software a leading provider of motor control software is pleased to announce mobile application solutions for the motor control industry.

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Mobile Software Application Overview

Commissioning Software

AC Drive (LV & MV), DC Drive, Soft-Starter (LV & MV), Servo Commissioning

Parameter Editing, Comparison and Search function.

Parameter overview with export and e-mail functionality.

Monitor panel to monitor internal and external signals real-time.

Trend-recorder to monitor and store up to 6 analog or digital signals.

Status and Diagnostics panel with fault history.

PID Tuner to adjust process variables real-time.

Operator panel

Quick Setup and Application Wizard

Visual programming, programming without a manual.

Simulation Software

AC Drive Simulators

DC Drive Simulators

Soft-Starter Simulators

Servo Simulators

Sales and Marketing Software

Energy Savings Estimation Software

Harmonics Estimation Software

Panel Configuration Software

Quotation Software

SCADA Software

Application Monitor and Control


(Oct 20th 2009)

Baseblock offers dedicated Medium Voltage Software for AC Drives and Soft-Starters

Baseblock Software a leading provider of motor control software is pleased to announce that we now offer customized Medium Voltage AC Drive and Soft-Starter software tailored to your products.

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Software Highlights

Parameter Editing, Comparison and Search function.

Parameter overview with export and e-mail functionality.

Monitor panel to monitor internal and external signals real-time.

Trend-recorder to monitor and store up to 6 analog or digital signals.

Status and Diagnostics panel with fault history and event logger.

Operator panel to control the medium AC voltage drive or soft-starter

Quick Setup and Application Wizard

Integrated startup documentation

Visual programming, programming without a manual.

Network function to monitor and control multiple drives on a network.

Serial / Ethernet communication

 

Advanced Functions

PID Tuner to adjust process variables real-time.

Serial / Ethernet communication

SCADA configuration

Network Topology Configuration

Monitoring through a standard web-browser (required VS1 device)

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Aug 14th 2009

Baseblock Energy Savings Estimator Update

Baseblock software is pleased to announce an update for the 2009 Energy Savings Estimator.

Energy Estimation Software for Fan and Pumping Applications. This program estimates energy savings achieved when using a variable frequency drive instead of conventional control methods for fan and pumping applications. The results can be viewed in graphical format and text format and the software has built-in functions to generate an energy estimation report especially designed for consultants.

The new update includes:

- Additional Payback Chart on Final Report

- Utility Incentive function added for total project

- Utility Incentive function for each system now selectable between per HP/kW and fixed rebate.

  Single system Edition

  • This edition allows users to estimate energy savings of a single fan or pump system and generate a multi-page report based on the estimated savings.

 

  Project Edition

  • This edition allows users to estimate energy savings of a single fan or pump system or a project containing multiples fan and pump systems of equal or different sizes. The software generates multi-page project report including a summary page based on the estimated savings of the total project.

 

 

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Baseblock Introduces New VirtualSCADA Network I/O Products and Serial Converters

(Jul 20th 2009)

VirtualSCADA VS-FIOA-800-L - Analog Input Module

The VirtualSCADA VS-FIOA 0800 model has 8 analog (Voltage & current) inputs and a RS485 (2 wire) communication port. The RS485 communication port is used to connect to any MODBUS RTU master device (PLC / SCADA / Operator Interface). The FIOA-800L module can be setup in a matter of minutes and does not required any programming.

The VirtualSCADA VS1 SCADA Module interfaces directly with the VS-FIOA modules allowing to access analog signals directly from your web-browser.

BulletVS-FIOA Brochure (PDF, 651 KB)

Part Number: VS-FIOA-800L

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VirtualSCADA VSU-485G - USB to RS422/485 Converter

The VirtualSCADA VSU-485G is an isolated USB to RS422/485 converter that can be used for communication between a PC and devices that have a RS485 or RS422 communication port. Multiple VSU-485G converters may be used to create a RS485 / RS422 network.

Part Number: VSU-485G

BulletVirtualSCADA VSU-485G User Manual (PDF, 429 KB)

BulletVirtualSCADA VSU-485G Quick Start (PDF, 146 KB)

 

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(Jun 22nd 2009)

Corporate Licensing for Energy Savings and Harmonics Estimator 2009 Edition

Baseblock Software a leading provider of motion control software is pleased to announce that corporate / Mulit-User licensing of its popular Energy and Harmonics Estimator software is now available in our online store.

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Baseblock Software offers custom energy and harmonics estimation software as well as branding of our existing software products.

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(Feb 18th 2009)

Baseblock Software Introduces the Energy Savings and Harmonics Estimator 2009 Edition

Baseblock software is pleased to announce the immediate availability of the 2009 Energy Savings and Harmonics Estimator.

Energy Estimation Software with Carbon Footprint Calculation

Energy Estimation Software for Fan and Pumping Applications. This program estimates energy savings achieved when using a variable frequency drive instead of conventional control methods for fan and pumping applications. The results can be viewed in graphical format and text format and the software has built-in functions to generate an energy estimation report especially designed for consultants.

The energy estimator software is available in two editions:

  Single system Edition

  • This edition allows users to estimate energy savings of a single fan or pump system and generate a multi-page report based on the estimated savings.

 

  Project Edition

  • This edition allows users to estimate energy savings of a single fan or pump system or a project containing multiples fan and pump systems of equal or different sizes. The software generates multi-page project report including a summary page based on the estimated savings of the total project.

 

 

More Information
Download Demo Version
Visit E-Store to Purchase Software

Contact us for custom energy estimation software for your AC Drive product line. Contact us

 

Harmonics Estimation Software

The Harmonics Estimator program estimates harmonic contribution when using variable frequency drives in 6, 12, 18 and 24 pulse configurations with or without additional input and DC-Link reactors.

The Harmonics Estimator software consists of a user friendly interface that allows the user to estimate harmonic contribution of a new or existing system in a quick and easy way.

The results can be viewed in graphical format and text format and the software has built-in functions to generate a harmonic estimation report especially designed for consultants.

This edition allows users to estimate harmonic contribution of a single variable system or a project containing multiple systems of equal or different size. The software generates multi-page project report including a summary page based on the estimated harmoni contribution of the total project.

 

 

More Information
Download Demo Version
Visit E-Store to Purchase Software

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VirtualSCADA VS2 Communication Gateway for HVAC and Industrial Applications

(Jan 20th 2009)

VirtualSCADA VS2 for Industrial and HVAC SCADA Applications gives users the ability to connect a Modbus/TCP master (e.g. PLC system) to one or more devices with a Modbus RTU connection. The transparent VirtualSCADA VS2 gateway will act as a Modbus/TCP slave on an Ethernet network, transform the queries to the Serial Modbus network and send back the response to the Modbus/TCP master. The VirtualSCADA VS2 can be setup in a matter of minutes.Turn key and Ready to Use

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More information

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Introducing VirtualSCADA VS1 dedicated SCADA Solutions for HVAC and Industrial Applications

(Oct 7th 2008)

VirtualSCADA software offers customized Web-based SCADA products that allow for monitoring and controlling HVAC and Industrial Applications using a standard web-browser. These products can be connected to any Ethernet based network and support multiple serial and Ethernet protocols. Built-in functionality to connect to GSM/GPRS Modem for communication via mobile network.

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More information

VirtualSCADA VS1 Brochure (PDF, 464 KB)

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Baseblock Introduces dedicated Energy Savings Estimation Software for Blower, Vacuum and Dryer Applications.

(May 5th 2008)

Baseblock Software a leading provider of motion control software is pleased to announce the availabity of Energy Savings Software for Blower, Vacuum and Dryer Systems.

This software estimates energy savings achieved when using a variable frequency drive to control the fan in Blower, Vacuum and Dryer Applications instead of conventional control methods for fans. The results can be viewed in graphical format and text format and the software has built-in functions to generate an energy estimation report specially designed to send to your customers.

The Baseblock Blower, Vacuum and Dyer Estimator software can be fully customized for your company to include your company logo, references and sales/marketing literature including royalty free distribution.

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Baseblock Software China (Apr 23rd 2008)

Baseblock Software a leading provider of motion control software is pleased to announce that our website is now registered in China.

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www.baseblock.com.cn

Baseblock Software now offers software and documentation services in multiple non-English languages (Feb 29th 2008)

Baseblock Software a leading provider of motion control software is pleased to announce that we now offer software development and documentation services in multiple non-English languages:

  • Chinese (Simp) - Simplified Chinese: Mainland China, Singapore
  • Chinese (Trad) - Traditional Chinese: Taiwan, Hong Kong
  • Dutch: Netherlands
  • French (Can) - Canadian French: Canada
  • French (Eur) - European French: France, Belgium, Switzerland
  • Galician: Galicia (Spain)
  • German: Germany, Austria, Switzerland
  • Italian: Italy
  • Portuguese (Bra) - Brazilian Portuguese: Brazil / Portuguese (Eur) - European Portuguese: Portugal
  • Russian: Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan
  • Spanish (LA) - Latin American Spanish: Mexico, Argentina, Colombia, etc.
  • Spanish (Eur) - European Spanish: Spain

 

Did you know that Baseblock Software offers dedicated documentation services such as Quick Start Flyers, Programming Manuals and Installation Manuals for the Motion Control and Drives Industry?

Contact us for more information or if your language is not listed here.

 


Baseblock Software launches new corporate website (Jan 28th 2008)

Baseblock software is pleased to annouce the lauch of its new corporate website to better serve our customers.


Harmonics Estimator 2007 Edition (Sep 25th 2007)

The Harmonics Estimator program estimates harmonic contribution for VFD applications at the point of common coupling.

The Harmonics Estimator software consists of a user friendly interface that allows the user to estimate harmonic contribution of a new or existing system in a quick and easy way.

The results can be viewed in graphical format and text format and the software has built-in functions to generate a harmonic estimation report especially designed for consultants.

The harmonIcs estimator software has been updated to V1.02 and is available to registered users through our automatic update server.


Baseblock Software LLC appoints Shirley de Vries as their new CIO (Aug 20th 2007)

Shirley de Vries a technology professional has been selected to serve as the new CIO of Baseblock Software LLC. Shirley de Vries is a seasoned information technology leader and brings with here more than 15 years of technology experience. Shirley holds a bachelors degree in information technology from UWM (University of Wisconsin Milwaukee) and is trained and certified in the six sigma quality methodology. Shirley has served in several information technology positions for global companies such as Johnson Controls and General Electric.

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Baseblock adds technical writing services to its product offering (May18th 2007)

Baseblock is pleased to annouce the addition of technical writing services to our product offering. We offer customers professional writing services for their drive or related products such as:

  • Quick Start and Programming Manuals
  • Option Card Manuals
  • Installation Manuals

 

More information

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Baseblock announces addition of two new software divisions (March 14th 2007)

Baseblock is pleased to annouce the addition of two new software divisions to our company.

TaskByte Software Division

This division will focus on software solutions for enterprises including staffing and IT placement.

www.taskbyte.com

VirtualSCADA Software Division

This division will focus on providing Industrial SCADA software solutions.

www.virtualscada.com