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		Rockwell Automation adds industry-specific applications to FactoryTalk - 11/19/08 FactoryTalk uses a service-oriented architecture (SOA) to support applications in the automotive, CPG and pharmaceutical industries.

		Rockwell Automation introduces Virtual Design & Production utility - 11/19/08 The utility in RSLogix 5000 programming software provides seamless integration with DELMIA V5R19 PLM software from Dassault Systèmes,

		Spinwave Systems announces kit for wireless monitoring of air quality - 11/17/08 Field kit monitors a building’s energy efficiency and indoor air quality, and transmit the information wirelessly.

		Longwatch introduces Video Historian to archive manufacturing video - 11/17/08 Video Historian archives video that documents procedures in batch applications, provides visual proof of regulatory compliance, and monitors machinery.

		Iconics announces Facility Analytics software Facility Analytics provides a set of pre-configured, out-of-the-box reports and data mining tools for reducing costs, optimizing load factors, decreasing fault response times and achieving overall better efficiency.

		Fluke adds 3D to SmartViewT 2.0 thermal imaging software - 10/17/08 3D software gives users options for optimizing and organizing thermal images and creating professional reports, and is easier to use.

		ICONICS announces FacilityWorX for Building Automation - 10/16/08 Built on the industry standard BACnet protocol, FacilityWorX provides visualization and control into multiple facility-based systems.

		Baumer releases TXG GigE Cameras with Power over Ethernet - 10/07/08 TXG GigE cameras provide power over the Cat6 Ethernet cable, eliminating the need for a separate power cable.

		Eaton announces 9135 UPS for Mission-Critical Systems - 10/01/08 9135 UPS safeguards computer networks against damage and costly power disturbances and outages.

		Lanner releases VN-3032 Network Video Platform - 10/01/08 VN-3032 is a 32-channel NVR with internal storage, hardware RAID and 32-channel audio and video synchronization.

		Autodesk BIM software works on Windows 64-Bit Operating Systems - 09/30/08 Revit software applications for Building Information Modeling (BIM) runs on personal computers using Windows 64-bit operating systems.

		Lanner releases VC-448DX four-channel video input card - 09/23/08 VC-448DX provides four-channel video input at full D1 resolution (30/25 frames per second for NTSC/PAL formats), along with four-channel audio input and automatic audio-video synchronization.

		Lanner introduces VC-8016 PCI-E Video Capture Card - 09/09/08 VC-8016 card supports 16 channel audio and 16 channel audio inputs, enabling the construction of a scalable digital video surveillance system with high resolution and low bandwidth.

		Ethernet Direct announces Owl Industrial Video over Ethernet - 09/04/08 OWL series includes industrial video servers, IP-66 cameras, Digital Video Recorders, and NAS storage.

		Siemens upgrades Talon Building Control to BACnet - 09/03/08 With BACnet, TALON controls offer advanced integration capabilities and a comprehensive set of tools to ease design, installation and commissioning.

		Extech Instruments releases FLIR i-Series thermal imaging cameras - 09/02/08 Models i40, i50, and i60 have picture-in-picture function that puts an IR image and a visual reference image on a color LCD.

		Cerus introduces BAS motor starter for building automation - 08/27/08 BAS starter comes complete with BACnet communications and built-in sensors and monitors required for building automation systems.

		Loadstar announces DS-3000 Series display and controller for load cells - 08/20/08 DS-3000 four channel display incorporates display and controller functions. It accepts inputs from up to four load cells and connects to a PC via USB.

		Autodesk enhances NavisWorks building modeling software - 08/14/08 Enhancements to NavisWorks 2009.1 include support for DGN v8 and French, German, Japanese, Russian and Simplified Chinese languages.

		Schneider Electric announces Square D 8501KA alternating relay - 07/30/08 Applications for the 8501KA alternating relays include irrigation systems, water treatment pumping stations, compressors and HVAC fans.

		Red Lion adds BACnet support to building controls - 07/27/08 G3 Series HMIs, Modular Controller and Data Station Plus are compatible with BACnet MS/TP, BACnet 802.3 and BACnet UDP/IP protocols in master and slave modes.

		Contemporary Controls announces BAS Remote I/O - 07/03/08 BAS Remote can expand most BACnet systems via an existing Ethernet building infrastructure.

		Contemporary Controls Introduces BAS Remote Expansion Module - 07/01/08 The BASR-8M can be expanded to a total of 32 Universal I/O points and 8 relay contacts to suit any building automation installation.

		Beckhoff releases KL2791 Bus Terminal for pump and fan motors - 06/17/08 By using the KL2791 terminal, the energy use of capacitor, universal and shaded-pole motors can be greatly reduced.

		Cooper Bussmann introduces PV fuses for solar power - 05/28/08 PV Fuses protect solar panel photovoltaic (PV) cell strings, small solar power cells connected in series or parallel.

		Intelligent Instrumentation enhances LANpoint data collection computers - 05/22/08 LANpoint computers now run either Microsoft Windows CE.NET version 4.2 or Windows CE version 5.0 operating systems.

		Daintree adds ZigBee Smart Energy to Sensor Network Analyzer - 05/20/08 Sensor Network Analyzer (SNA) software provides full support for ZigBee Smart Energy, including full decodes for the Smart Energy application profile and support for ZigBee PRO Smart Energy Security.

		Siemens enhances FireFinder XLS interface - 05/19/08 FireFinder XLS users can set the panel to display one of four new languages besides English: French, Spanish, Hebrew and Portuguese.

		Saelig announces vandal-proof KP Keypad - 05/15/08 Keypads are for industrial access control, environmental control and service access, or anywhere that secure data entry must withstand weather and vandal assault.

		InduSoft announces Web Studio driver for Cylon Building EMS - 05/15/08 Driver eliminates the need for an OPC Server, making installation and system engineering of a Cylon building energy management solution less costly and easier to configure.

		FieldServer introduces FS-B2510 Dual Serial port gateway - 05/13/08 FS-B2510 fits the needs of integrators seeking to interface a serial (RS-232 or RS-485) device to a serial, Ethernet, BACnet MSTP or Metasys N2 Network.

		Contemporary Controls Releases BASRTP-B BACnet Portable Router - 04/07/08 BASRTP-B is a convenient way to connect a laptop computer to an MS/TP building automation network.

		Contemporary Controls releases BAS Router - 03/25/08 BAS Router allows BACnet/IP devices to communicate with MS/TP devices per the ANSI/ASHRAE 135-2004 standard.

		Schneider Electric releases High Density Meter Cabinet - 03/21/08 HDM family of preassembled, prewired cabinets for power meters are available in one-, four-, eight- and 16-meter configurations.

		GE Fanuc introduces Proficy Workflow BPM software - 03/18/08 Proficy Workflow provides a Business Process Management (BPM) solution that digitizes and streamlines production processes – from work instructions and SOPs to corrective action and HACCP monitoring.

		Moore Industries introduces HTZ Humidity and Temperature Transmitter - 03/17/08 A request from a semiconductor manufacturer led to the HTZ, which offers HART Communications and high accuracy for both humidity/dewpoint and temperature measurements.

		Phoenix Contact introduces VALVETRAB-SQ surge protective devices - 03/13/08 VALVETRAB-SQ surge protective devices (SPD) offer safe, reliable surge protection from 40,000 to 200,000 amps.

		ABB E-Clipse Bypass earns BACnet Approval - 03/10/08 BTL has listed the ABB E-Clipse Bypass as a BACnet Application Specific Controller (B-ASC).

		HP adds Kepware’s KEPServerEX to Dynamic Smart Cooling - 03/10/08 HP's DSC will use KEPServerEX for communications with a variety of data center automation components to actively manage cooling environments.

		Wonderware adds Echelon i.LON SmartServer to System Platform 3.0 - 02/28/08 i.LON SmartServer from Echelon has been integrated into Wonderware System Platform 3.0 software.

		ControlAir introduces Type-300 Gulf Buster Filter Regulator - 02/08/08 Gulf Buster is suitable for corrosive salt water environments to provide instrument quality air to valves, transmitters, transducers, valve positioners, air cylinders, and pneumatic control systems.

		Phoenix Contact introduces dial-up industrial modem - 02/08/08 PSI-DATA/BASIC-MODEM/RS232 uses a dial-up connection to provide secure access to machines and systems for applications such as remote monitoring and maintenance.

		Eaton releases Pulsar UPS - 02/06/08 Pulsar UPS delivers pure power combined with complete network integration software and communication connectivity, providing a comprehensive solution for protecting systems.

		Anver releases VT140 vacuum lifter for shrink-wrapped goods - 02/05/08 Vacuum tube lifter has flexible foam vacuum pad for lifting heavy shrink-wrapped loads such as canned goods.

		Reliable Controls releases MACH-ProSys building controller MACH-ProSys provides high speed communications, up to 160 universal I/O, and multi-protocol support.

		Raycap releases Strikesorb surge protection devices - 01/28/08 Strikesorb provides continuous protection from over-voltage and other transient voltage activity for electronic automation and control equipment.

		Gordon Kapes announces Model 135 Site Monitor - 01/24/08 The system enables remote monitoring of physical and electrical conditions, including temperature, voltage, secure connections, intruder detection, and more.

		ABB announces E-Clipse Bypass back-up motor control - 01/22/08 E-Clipse Bypass lets HVAC drives communicate directly with Building Automation Systems.

		Anver introduces Bottle Grabs pick-up heads - 01/22/08 Bottle Grabs have an inflatable soft rubber bladder that centers itself around a bottle neck and gently applies evenly distributed pressure to attach and release in milliseconds.

		Toellner introduces Stainless Steel Belted Conveyor Systems - 01/10/08 SS conveyors are available in any length and in widths ranging from two to over twelve inches. They run off standard 110 Vac, are chain driven, and have a built-in safety torque limiter.

		Anver releases redundant vacuum lifter for valuable loads - 01/09/08 Custom Vacuum Lifter for handling high-value loads has two VPE1 Vacuum Packs with VacGuard II control systems to provide complete redundancy.

		Omron releases D6F-P MEMS Dust Resistant Flow Sensors - 12/17/07 The flow sensor delivers an amplified, temperature compensated output signal with high accuracy and repeatability, even at very low flow rates.

		Schneider Electric offers Commercial Tenant Metering software - 12/17/07 The billing software enables commercial property managers to allocate and recover the actual cost of their utilities while adhering to government cost allocation regulations.

		ABB introduces compact ACS55 variable frequency component drive - 12/11/07 This component drive is designed as an entry level product for new users, and is aimed at various applications, particularly exercise training equipment, gate control, pumps, fans, conveyors, packaging machines, x-ray screening machines, material handling, ovens, powered roof ventilators and heat exchangers.

		Beckhoff Automation introduces CP6608 Ethernet Control Panels - 12/11/07 “All-in-one” Ethernet controller features 5.7-inch display, flexible connectivity options and Windows CE. The cabinet mounted CP6608 comes equipped with two Ethernet ports with 10/100BASE-T, two fast USB 2.0 ports and a serial RS232 port as external interfaces.

		FastPic enhances inventory control software - 10/28/07 Cube utilization function gives warehouse users dynamic space management tools to make maximum use of storage space.

		Custom Computer Systems announces MetaBAK backup system for Johnson Controls Metasys - 10/14/07 MetaBAK is a fully contained backup system on a USB Module to backup Metasys system information.

		Audon announces GL800 Data Logger/Chart Recorder - 10/05/07 GL800 data logger and hand-held chart recorder is able to read up to 200 channels of temperature, humidity and voltage data.

		Anver releases AT Series Vacuum Lifter-Tilter - 10/03/07 Manual rotation lets one person off-load a conveyor and then lift, tilt, rotate, and position it to a staging area.

		Schneider releases S-Flex enclosed drive for HVAC - 09/12/07 The S-Flex controller meets requirements for HVAC pump and fan applications in commercial facilities.

		Brady introduces IP series label printer - 09/06/07 Printer, material, ribbon and software communicate, so users can simply load the material, click the software interface, and print labels, tags, and sleeves.

		Standard-Knapp introduces 596S shrink wrapper - 08/23/07 The shrink wrapper uses servo motion to adjust speed according to product flow, maintaining continuous motion with speeds of up to 80 trays per minute.

		LGInternational adds Japan RoHS labels - 07/31/07 Labels mark electrical and electronic equipment in accordance with the Japanese Industrial Standard JIS C 0959:2005.

		Megastar introduces MegaSYS clean room ASR - 07/29/07 MegaSYS automated storage and retrieval system keeps items in clean room classes from 1000 to 100,000 at a constant temperature of 33.8F.

		Simplex introduces Dockside reversible Conveyor - 07/26/07 MDR Docksider single stage reversible extendable conveyor provides bi-directional flow.

		AutomationDirect launches I-Flex Liquid-Tight tubing - 07/26/07 The tubing provides electrical wire protection outside the control cabinet and is suitable for indoor and outdoor applications.

		Anver announces vacuum cups and suspension packages - 07/24/07 Packaged vacuum suction cups and suspensions let users create custom lifters and jigs using off-the-shelf components.

		Remstar adds controlled access to Shuttle VLM - 07/24/07 Controlled access provides managers in warehouse organizations additional control and accountability over stored items.

		Schneider Electric adds smaller PowerLogic power monitors - 07/23/07 Schneider added a one-meter Square D PowerLogic High Density metering (HDM) cabinet to its existing range of pre-assembled enclosures.

		FastPic introduces SAP Host System Interface software - 07/23/07 FastPic4 inventory management and control software offers a simple interface with SAP ERP without the need for extensive programming support.

		Phoenix Contact releases Thermomark W1 sleeve printer - 07/18/07 Thermal transfer printer prints on continuous reels of heat-shrink wire markers.

		Engineered Design Solutions releases DwgGrid CAD software - 07/10/07 DwgGrid displays and prints preview images from AutoCAD, Inventor and Revit. Price: $24.95.

		Mettler Toldeo releases WM-Ex intrinsically safe weighing modules - 06/29/07 Intrinsically safe WM-Ex is available with FM Class I, Div 1 approval and uses a PSU power supply.

		Remstar enhances Shuttle XP Vertical Lift Module - 06/29/07 Self-leveling makes precision installation in warehouse storage and retrieval applications quick and easy, regardless of floor contour.

		Seemage 4.2 CAD software available in Japanese - 06/27/07 Seemage 4.2J makes it possible for Japanese industry to improve design and manufacturing processes by implementing a simple desktop-based application.

		Intermec releases PA30 bar code label printer - 06/20/07 PA30 has a four-in. print width with left hand orientation and a five bolt mounting pattern.

		Schneider releases PowerLogic pm750 electric meter - 06/06/07 Meter makes power, demand, energy, power factor and frequency measurements.

		Brady updates GlobalMark2 industrial label maker - 06/06/07 This printer gives companies the ability to produce signs, labels, pipe markers, warning signs, and emergency exit markings quickly, at the point of need.

		Anver announces Nomastat ESD-safe suction cups - 06/05/07 ESD vacuum suction cups for end-of-arm-tooling systems safely handle PC boards.

		Brady announces B-593 Label system - 06/04/07 The system allows companies to produce custom engraved plates.

		StyleTap Platform runs old Palm OS barcode software on Windows Mobile - 05/31/07 StyleTap Platform for Windows Mobile creates a virtual Palm OS environment that will run most Palm OS applications, unmodified, on Windows Mobile PDA and Smartphone devices.

		Hirschmann upgrades Industrial HiVision network software - 05/30/07 With Operator Edition 3.0, device status, link status or network load can be integrated directly into SCADA systems via an OPC Data Access 2.0 server.

		Remstar releases QuickPick indicator for order picking - 05/25/07 QuickPick Position Indicator moving light strip improves order picking speed and reduces operator training in automated storage and retrieval applications.

		Loadstar introduces iLoad load sensor - 05/24/07 The capacitive load sensor plugs into the USB port and enables users to measure loads, forces or weights without additional signal conditioning, data acquisition or special software.

		ARC Informatique upgrades PcVue SCADA version 8.10 - 05/24/07 The major enahncement in PcVue 8.10 is a Historical Data Server (HDS) based on a Microsoft SQL Server 2005 database.

		Orion Fans announces OAXXX Series Fan Tray Assemblies - 05/23/07 Trays are available in 3-, 6- and 9-fan assemblies for enclosure and machine cooling applications.

		Falcon Electric introduces FN Series scalable UPS - 05/16/07 FN Series UPSes are stand-alone units that may be connected in parallel, providing scalable solutions from 3kVA up to 24kVA.

		Electro-Sensors introduces Electro-Guard conveyor monitor - 05/15/07 Electro-Guard Hazard Monitoring System combines shaft speed, belt alignment and bearing temperature measurement in a single solution.

		MOXA releases VPort 351 video encoder for surveillance - 05/09/07 VPort 351 industrial video encoder provides up to full D1 resolution @ 30 FPS and supports a dual MJPEG4/MJPEG algorithm, suitable for use with distributed surveillance systems.

		Panduit releases fray resistant expandable sleeving - 05/09/07 Sleeving resists fraying when cut with scissors and provides superior abrasion resistance once installed.

		Schneider Electric introduces Altivar 21 AC drive for HVAC - 05/09/07 Altivar 21 drive offers offers up to 40 HP at 240V and up to 100 HP at 480V for HVAC pump and fan applications.

		Slideways introduces UHMW conveyor chain guides - 05/08/07 UHMW Chain Guides can be produced in single and dual lane configurations to accommodate all standard ANSI and metric roller, side flexing, and link chains.

		B&R updates Mobile Panel - 05/04/07 Six new handheld operating devices are available for the MP40 and MP50 Mobile Panel.

		MOXA G2150I modem enables cellular connectivity - 05/04/07 OnCell G2150I isolated quad-band modem transmits data and short messages over GSM/GPRS mobile networks. It is suitable for remote telemetry application

		Emerson announces portable CSI XP32 Machinery analyzer - 05/03/07 The CSI XP32 can be carried into the field and attached to turbo machinery for continuous monitoring on a temporary basis.

		Ametek announces Rotron regenerative air blowers - 04/11/07 Rotron regenerative blowers can achieve flows up to 1800 SCFM; pressures up to 264 IWG; and vacuums up to 13.4 in. Hg., depending on blower style.

		Standard-Knapp introduces Continuum Tray Magazine - 04/09/07 Continuum tray magazine provides ergonomic tray loading and consistent high-speed delivery for packaging applications including corrugated, chipboard, and pads.

		Banner introduces K50 Series bin pick indicators - 04/08/07 K50 Series single-point pick-to-light sensor shows the assembler the correct order for selecting parts in a kitting operation, confirms a pick was made, and alerts the assembler that a wrong part was picked. Price: from $110.

		ISONAS introduces PowerNet ID card reader - 04/06/07 PowerNet IP Reader-Controller connects directly to an IP network and eliminates the need for traditional security control panels and expensive wiring. It comes bundled with the latest Crystal Matrix Software and can be configured to read a variety of HID cards.

		Calex introduces Convir Pyropen handheld IR thermometer - 04/05/07 Convir Pyropen handheld infrared thermometers can measure temperatures from -20ºC to 500ºC (-4ºF to 932ºF). Measurements are made with accuracy up to ±1ºC (±2ºF).

		Analytical Technology introduces Q45H/65 Chlorine Dioxide Monitor - 04/05/07 Q45H/65 Residual Chlorine Dioxide Monitor performs monitoring and control of industrial disinfection systems in water, food processing and beverage plants. It responds to chlorine dioxide with minimal interference from residual chlorine. A pH sensor can be used to allow the monitor to display both chlorine dioxide and pH measurements.

		Midaco announces Automatic Flexible Pallet System - 04/04/07 The system allows unattended, automatic exchange of pallets in seconds at most 5-axis vertical and/or 400 mm horizontal machining centers. Its modular design fits virtually all machines, including those with a built in trunion type table.

		Midaco releases M-RPC manual pallet system - 04/04/07 M-RPC pallet systems improve productivity by allowing quick change over of parts or fixtures at a variety of applications, including virtually all types 4th and 5th axis rotary tables, milling machines, lathes, EDM and other machines.

		Connect One releases CO2128 IP Controllers for secure M2M - 04/02/07 iChipSec CO2128 secure Internet Protocol communication controller chip for IP-enabled machine-to-machine (M2M) applications works as a coprocessor that offloads IP and network security protocols from the host processor. Security features include a random number generator, secure hash accelerator, encryption accelerator, and WEP/WPA2 encryption for WiFi.

		Grace Engineered's ChekVolt Voltage Portal C-UL Listed - 03/30/07 ChekVolt voltage portal increases electrical safety by diminishing the risk of arc flash. Externally mounted to an electrical panel, it allows maintenance personnel to use a non-contact voltage detector 'pen' to verify line voltage before and after a main disconnect is opened.