Weidmüller’s IE-GPRS-I/O alarm module monitors systems and can notify you of discrepancies automatically or upon request. The alarm module can send an SMS to a mobile phone, transmit a fax or send an email or, if preferred, place a voice call. M2M tariffs make this a value-for-money solution. Machinery and systems manufacturers have mobile access to the components they need from anywhere in the world when servicing.

The Weidmüller GPRS I/O has an aluminium housing just 45 mm wide and the following configurable features:

• Signalling and telecontrol system designed for automatic operation if required
• Dual band GSM/GPRS modem (GSM 900/1800MHz, 950/1900MHz)
• Permanently online
• Low-cost M2M rates
• 8 digital and 4 analogue input ports, 4 digital output ports
• Immediate alarm signalling via SMS, FAX, e-mail or voice message in the event of limiting values being exceeded at the input ports
• Alarm via RS232 also possible
• 8-level recipient list with very flexible configuration options
• Integration of port statuses in message
• Integral cost monitoring
• Data logger (LAN and Internet) available