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		AutomationDirect announces ProSense SPT25 pressure transmitters - 05/15/12 Compatible with many different media sensing applications, the all stainless steel welded thin film sensing element provides very fast response time.

		AutomationDirect announces NITRA Pilot and Manual Control Valves - 05/14/12 NITRA line of pneumatic products includes air pilot valves, foot pedal valves, and manual control valves.

		AutomationDirect releases receptacles and watertight wiring devices - 05/14/12 Industrial grade duplex straight blade receptacles feature a full-face, wrap around design molded of high-impact chemical-resistant nylon.

		AutomationDirect Releases 2012 Catalog - 05/08/12 The two-volume edition features PLCs, PACs, touch screen monitors, AC and DC motors, text panels, sensors, encoders, pushbuttons, switches, drives, and more.

		AutomationDirect Introduces Enclosure Heater and Lighting Options - 04/30/12 STEGO enclosure heaters, thermostats, hygrostats and hygrotherms protect against condensation while providing air circulation.

		AutomationDirect announces Field Wireable Connectors and T-couplers - 04/16/12 The connectors are ideal for making patch cables in custom lengths from existing cables or bulk wire.

		AutomationDirect Introduces CTT Timer/Counter/Tachometers - 04/12/12 CTT series multi-function devices are easily configured for operation as a digital counter, timer, combination timer/counter, or tachometer.

		AutomationDirect introduces Pneumatic Valve Cables and Connectors - 04/02/12 Connectors and cables can be used with most popular pneumatic solenoid air valves and sensors. Prices start at $4.75.

		AutomationDirect releases metal guard foot switches - 04/01/12 These switches, in single and double units, have die-cast aluminum foot cover guards and heavy-duty ABS plastic bases and pedals.

		AutomationDirect introduces Jefferson Electric Buck-Boost Transformers - 03/01/12 Buck-boost transformers maximize the performance and life of electrical equipment, such as air conditioners, heating elements, 277-volt lighting systems and motors.

		AutomationDirect expands pneumatic tubing and fittings - 02/05/12 Expansion to the NITRA line of pneumatic components includes tubing, fittings, blow guns and aluminum manifolds.

		AutomationDirect announces Stride managed Ethernet switches - 12/20/11 Stride industrial-grade managed Ethernet switches have redundant power inputs with surge and spike protection and auto-crossover.

		AutomationDirect introduces Werma Modular Stack Lights - 12/19/11 Stack lights in 50mm and 70mm sizes are ideal for use in applications such as machine tools, packaging machines, conveyor systems, loading docks and more.

		AutomationDirect announces SR33 soft motor starters - 11/17/11 SR33 semi-conductor soft starters, available in 22A to 482A sizes, are suitable to control three-phase AC induction motors with a wide variety of motor loads.

		AutomationDirect adds iPad app to C-more touch panels - 11/06/11 C-more remote HMI application is available through the iTunes App Store for $4.99 and provides remote access and control to mobile users who have a Wi-Fi or cellular connection.

		AutomationDirect featured on nationally syndicated radio show - 10/30/11 AutomationDirect in Cumming, Georgia, was recently featured on the nationally syndicated Dave Ramsey show.

		AutomationDirect introduces ProSense pressure gauges - 10/30/11 These gauges use Bourdon tube sensing elements and do not require any external power sources to operate. Prices start at $5.75.

		AutomationDirect announces APR40 series power relays - 10/13/11 APR40 series power relays are available in SPDT, DPST, and DPDT models, capable of switching up to 40A with a maximum contact voltage up to 600V. Prices start at $14.75.

		Alaskan Hatchery Nets Automated Alarm and Monitoring System - 09/22/11 Automation.com, September 2011 By Benjamin Smith, Hidden Falls Hatchery PLCs from AutomationDirect provide a fully functional automation and alarm system to monitor the processes vital to keeping fish alive and healthy at this hatchery in Alaska.

		AutomationDirect introduces NITRA D Pneumatic Air Cylinders - 09/19/11 NITRA D-series heavy-duty pneumatic air cylinders are interchangeable with other popular brands of NFPA cylinders.

		AutomationDirect announces JHL series High-Speed fuses - 08/24/11 JHL series 600 VAC/450 VDC fuses combine the performance of high-speed semiconductor fuses and the convenience of Class J branch-circuit fuses in one small package.

		AutomationDirect expands Stride Ethernet switches - 08/22/11 All models now feature multiple 10/100BaseT RJ45 Ethernet ports, while several also include an ST type fiber optic connection.

		AutomationDirect ZIPLink cable and module offering expanded - 08/18/11 ZIPLink cables reduce the time to wire Productivity3000 PAC, DirectLOGIC and CLICK PLC I/O modules to terminal blocks and third party devices.

		AutomationDirect releases AEM2G limit switches - 08/01/11 The switches feature 35 mm wide die-cast housings and are equipped with one normally-open and one normally-closed contact; all units include a three-meter cable.

		AutomationDirect releases SOLO process/temperature controllers - 07/28/11 These single-loop units are equipped with a dual four-digit, seven-segment display, and offer dual output control, making them ideal for managing heating and cooling processes. Prices start at $89.

		AutomationDirect releases IronHorse general purpose AC motors - 07/14/11 IronHorse cast iron three-phase premium efficiency motors are available in horsepower ranges from 1 to 200 hp and in speeds of 1200, 1800, and 3600 RPM.

		AutomationDirect introduces Wera screwdrivers - 07/05/11 AutomationDirect offers Wera standard, insulated, and miniature screwdrivers in six-piece sets.

		AutomationDirect announces LR series reactors for AC drives - 06/30/11 LR series reactors can replace most reactors using existing mounting holes.

		AutomationDirect releases MB-GATEWAY Modbus Gateway - 06/12/11 MB-GATEWAY single port Modbus Gateway module converts Modbus TCP to Modbus RTU.

		AutomationDirect adds Pressure and Temperature Transmitters - 05/25/11 IP68/IP69K-rated 5,000 psi pressure transmitters are available in zero to 10V and 4 to 20mA output models, while TTD temperature transmitters are available in three temperature ranges.

		AutomationDirect announces low cost Basic Sensors - 05/23/11 FB and PB photoelectric and proximity sensors, respectively, start at $21.50 and $13.50, respectively.

		AutomationDirect announces ZIPport multi-wire connectors - 05/10/11 The heavy duty connectors maintain reliable electrical connections while providing protection against dirt, moisture and mechanical stress common in industrial environments.

		AutomationDirect announces BVS modular solenoid valves - 05/05/11 Solenoid valves are body ported, three-port (three-way), two-position poppet valves available in normally-open or normally-closed configurations.

		AutomationDirect expands photoelectric sensor line - 04/25/11 The IP67 rated sensors, available in 12 models, feature an 18mm diameter threaded lens and M12 quick-disconnect.

		AutomationDirect to resell KEPServerEX - 04/03/11 AutomationDirect will sell KEPDirect OPC Server for use with its controllers and remote I/O.

		AutomationDirect expands Current Sensing line - 03/31/11 acuAMP line of current sensors now includes AC ground fault sensors and DC current transducers and switches.

		AutomationDirect releases Gladiator Compact Fusible switches - 03/17/11 Gladiator single-pole, two-pole and triple-pole AC devices are available in Class CC and Midget fuse models; single-phase DC devices are also available.

		AutomationDirect announces PEW proximity sensors - 02/22/11 PEW series of stainless steel DC proximity sensors are flush-mountable and feature a 2mm sensing range. Prices start at $39.

		AutomationDirect releases LG5924 safety relays - 02/17/11 LG5924 Series relays are single-channel E-stop relays designed to protect people and machines in applications with emergency stop buttons.

		AutomationDirect expands Encapsulated transformers line - 02/07/11 The single phase units are now available in 100VA up to 25kVA ratings and input voltage ranges of 120VAC to 480VAC.

		AutomationDirect adds NITRA bonded polyurethane tubing - 01/30/11 Available in 50-foot lengths, NITRA bonded polyurethane tubing is made by a continuous bonding process, resulting in a strong, organized, color-coded package with flexibility and kink resistance.

		AutomationDirect releases C-series Pneumatic Air Cylinders - 01/25/11 C-series cylinders feature type 304 stainless steel bodies with anodized aluminum alloy heads.

		AutomationDirect announces SR44 solid-state soft starters - 01/23/11 The fully digital SR44 soft starters use thyristors in all three motor phases to provide controlled reduced voltage motor control for smooth acceleration/deceleration and reduced mechanical shock and starting stress.

		AutomationDirect releases safety light curtains - 12/20/10 YBB-14 and YBB-30 safety light curtains have Type 4 and Cat 4 PL e safety ratings and are IP65 rated. Light curtain sender prices start at $250.00 and receiver prices start at $275.00.

		AutomationDirect enhances CLICK micro brick PLCs - 11/30/10 Now available with standard CPU units, the PLCs feature eight discrete inputs and six discrete outputs, and a price of $99.

		AutomationDirect releases TJN Class T fuses - 11/16/10 The TJN series 300 VAC and TJS series 600 VAC fuses are extremely fast-acting fuses, making them ideal for use as the main fuse protection for panel boards, load centers, meter stacks, and AC drives.

		AutomationDirect adds 4-inch TFT Touch Panel - 11/11/10 The C-more Micro-Graphic family of operator interfaces now has a 4-inch TFT color touch screen HMI panel.

		AutomationDirect introduces sensors for food and beverage - 11/07/10 Proximity and photoelectric sensors are compliant with the IP69K standard, withstand washdown conditions up to 212℉ and are constructed of FDA certified materials.

		AutomationDirect Ranked as One of Atlanta’s Best Places to Work - 11/01/10 Employees voted the company to the number two position in the medium-size company category by completing a 37-question online survey.

		AutomationDirect adds T/Cs and RTDs to ProSense line - 10/16/10 ProSense line of process measurement devices now includes type J and type K thermocouples, more varieties of RTD sensors, and extension wire.

		AutomationDirect adds Manual Motor Controllers/Disconnects - 10/11/10 The Bryant line of manual motor controllers is UL listed as “suitable as motor disconnects.”

		AutomationDirect extends NITRA Pneumatics line - 08/29/10 Additional products include AF Series particulate and moisture separation air filters and AR Series pneumatic air pressure regulators.

		AutomationDirect Adds Air Conditioners - 08/29/10 NEMA-rated Stratus air conditioners for enclosures are recommended for harsh environments, or when there are washdown requirements, heavy dust and debris, or airborne chemicals present.

		AutomationDirect adds Miniature Circuit Breakers - 08/10/10 The single-pole, two-pole and triple-pole devices, available in sizes from 0.5 – 40 Amps, offer optimum and efficient protection for branch and control circuits.

		AutomationDirect announces PSE series Encapsulated Power Supplies - 07/19/10 PSE series is ideal for space-limited applications and can be easily screw mounted to a panel or equipment chassis.

		AutomationDirect releases Type C361 door interlocking safety handle - 06/30/10 The safety interlock handles, when connected to the MCCB, secure an SDN series NEMA 12 disconnect enclosure to protect against unauthorized entry while the breaker is in the ON position.

		AutomationDirect Select DINnector Available in Smaller Quantities - 06/30/10 DINnector resettable supplementary protectors are now available in single-piece and 20 packs. Supplementary protector prices start at $10 for single pieces.

		AutomationDirect announces Dinosaur wire duct - 06/23/10 Dinosaur self-adhesive flexible wire duct transports wiring to cabinet doors from control panel interiors and electronic equipment.

		AutomationDirect expands ProSense temperature probes - 06/23/10 Three-wire, 100 ohm platinum RTD probes are made of durable 316 stainless steel and measure temperatures ranging from -40 to 302°F.

		AutomationDirect adds to RHINO power supplies - 05/27/10 RHINO power supplies now includes panel and DIN rail mountable power supplies designed for applications requiring a basic DC voltage power supply.

		AutomationDirect releases Cat5e Ethernet patch cables - 05/18/10 Patch cables reduce the effects of electromagnetic interference by incorporating a single metal foil shield which wraps around the entire set of four twisted shielded pairs.

		AutomationDirect introduces locking wiring devices and accessories - 04/18/10 Line includes locking and straight blade plugs, connectors and receptacles in 15, 20, and 30 amp models.

		AutomationDirect offers free programming software - 04/08/10 Users can download the Think & Do v8.04 Keyless Development Demo package for free, create software applications with Think & Do, and download these applications to an unlimited number of WinPLC targets.

		AutomationDirect announces IronHorse dc motors - 02/23/10 IronHorse permanent magnet DC 56C-frame motor line includes totally enclosed non-vented (TENV) and totally enclosed fan-cooled (TEFC) models.

		AutomationDirect extends Edison power distribution blocks - 02/08/10 HPB series open-style power distribution blocks are a convenient way to manage power distribution needs.

		AutomationDirect releases DIN-rail signal conditioners - 12/20/09 Signal conditioners convert, isolate and transmit signals from a wide variety of process sensor and controller I/O.

		AutomationDirect adds 6-inch TFT HMI - 12/13/09 C-more micro family now includes a 6-inch TFT color touch screen HMI panel. Price: $399.

		AutomationDirect introduces BW series circuit breakers - 12/13/09 Suitable for branch circuit protection, the BW series offers standard type and high-interrupting capacities in identically sized housings.

		AutomationDirect introduces Productivity3000 PAC - 12/02/09 Productivity3000 is a modular, rack-based system of up to 116,000 I/O points with local, expansion and remote I/O bases and a full lineup of discrete, analog and specialty I/O modules. Price: $599.

		AutomationDirect introduces SR22 soft motor starters - 11/03/09 SR22 series soft starters, available in 5A to 40A sizes, are overcurrent protected and feature two DIN-rail mountable frame sizes (45mm and 55mm).

		AutomationDirect adds TFT color panels to C-more operator interfaces - 11/03/09 EA7-T6CL-R panel is a 320x240 resolution QVGA display which supports up to 65,536 colors. Prices start at $495.

		AutomationDirect enhances sensor cables - 11/03/09 Additions include quick-disconnect and patch cables with LED indicators. Prices start at $10.75.

		AutomationDirect releases CPS pneumatic position switches - 09/22/09 The solid-state electronic switches are available in 3-wire DC PNP and NPN normally open and PNP normally closed configurations

		AutomationDirect extends pneumatics components - 09/08/09 NITRA line of pneumatic components now includes additional fittings and valves for use with polyurethane and nylon tubing.

		AutomationDirect adds pneumatic air cylinders - 08/24/09 AutomationDirect extended its NITRA pneumatic product line to include a series of stainless steel, round body, non-repairable cylinders.

		AutomationDirect expands IronHorse AC motor line - 08/10/09 IronHorse general purpose AC motor line now includes 3-phase 1200 RPM six-pole and 3600 RPM two-pole models.

		AutomationDirect announces proSense motor monitoring relays - 07/29/09 proSense includes phase monitoring, alternating and pump seal failure relays.

		AutomationDirect introduces flexible service cord - 07/02/09 Flexible service cord is available in sizes ranging from 18 to 10 gauge, with two, three or four-conductor configurations.

		AutomationDirect adds panel interface connectors - 07/02/09 ZIPports are mounted on the outside of electrical control panel boxes, and act as pass-through connections.

		AutomationDirect releases SC series motor contactors - 06/11/09 SC series operate with AC coil voltage ranges of 440-480V and 500-550V at 60hz and are available in frame sizes of 43mm, 54mm and 67mm.

		AutomationDirect expands Dinnector terminal blocks - 06/11/09 Among the products added are supplementary circuit breaker terminal blocks and sockets.

		AutomationDirect adds analog CPUs to PLCs - 06/11/09 Analog CPUs have two analog inputs and two outputs with ranges of voltage up to 5 Vdc or current up to 20 mA.

		AutomationDirect announces Zip-Port junction blocks - 05/27/09 Multiport junction blocks provide time, cost and space savings by allowing multiple sensors to be wired to a single block with one cable connecting to the control panel.

		AutomationDirect adds NEC Class 2 power supplies to RHINO line - 04/30/09 PSC series includes eight models with power ratings from 12W to 90W with universal 85 to 264 VAC input voltage, adjustable DC output, and output current limitation.

		AutomationDirect adds pneumatic tubing & fittings - 04/30/09 NITRA tubing is available in polyurethane and nylon styles, in inch and metric sizes and in 100 and 500-foot packages. Prices start at $10.25 for 100 feet.

		AutomationDirect enhances Stride Ethernet switches - 04/22/09 Stride line now includes industrial-grade unmanaged Ethernet switches and media converters with aluminum housings.

		AutomationDirect adds models to IronHorse Gearboxes - 04/13/09 IronHorse worm gearbox line now includes hollow shaft models in four frame sizes, and six gear ratios from 5:1 to 60:1.

		AutomationDirect expands SureStep motors - 04/13/09 Stepping motors in standard NEMA sizes (17, 23, & 34) now include bi-polar models with output torques ranging from 61 oz-in. to 1291 oz-in.

		AutomationDirect introduces cable ties and tools - 04/01/09 Standard cable ties, available in white and black, are resistant to oils, grease, solvents and petroleum products and are available in lengths ranging from 4 to 32 inches.

		AutomationDirect announces 22mm pilot devices - 04/01/09 22mm devices include pushbuttons, selector switches and joysticks, all made with fiberglass reinforced thermoplastic. Prices start at $4.75.

		AutomationDirect introduces HPS Fortress encapsulated transformers - 03/26/09 HPS Fortress commercial potted transformers are available in ratings from 0.50 kVA up to 5 kVA.

		AutomationDirect expands NEMA Premium Efficiency Motors - 03/26/09 AutomationDirect now offers 1 to 10 HP Marathon NEMA premium efficiency XRI inverter duty motors.

		AutomationDirect adds remote access to C-more operator interface - 03/24/09 Remote access and control allows authorized users to connect a PC to the C-more panel from anywhere via an Internet Web browser.

		AutomationDirect adds wire stripping tool - 02/23/09 The self-adjusting cut-and-strip tool cuts flexible wires up to 8AWG and rigid wires up to 16 AWG.

		AutomationDirect announces TSD25 temperature sensors - 02/19/09 TSD25 series includes temperature switches, temperature transmitters and RTD temperature probes.

		AutomationDirect adds to photoelectric sensor line - 02/12/09 New models include NPN and PNP diffuse sensors, and through-beam emitter and receivers in up to six-meter sensing ranges.

		AutomationDirect expands pressure sensors - 01/14/09 ProSense line now includes pressure switches with adjustable setpoints from 0 to 5,800 psi.

		AutomationDirect updates ZIPLink cables - 01/05/09 ZIPLink cables eliminate the tedious process of wiring PLC I/O modules and terminal blocks.

		AutomationDirect announces IronHorse general purpose AC motors - 12/21/08 Available in 1 to 100 hp, all motors have a base speed of 1800 RPM and are electrically reversible.

		AutomationDirect introduces Edison power distribution blocks - 10/17/08 Edison power distribution blocks and terminal blocks accept copper conductors and maintain an SCCR rating of 200kA with proper fusing.

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