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High-Speed, Production Line Laser Marking: Maintenance-Free! No Inks!
The Keyence MD-H9800, air-cooled, YAG Laser Marker has 5 times the laser output power at the target surface compared to conventional air-cooled laser marking systems. With the industry’s deepest focal depth of ±0.28” (±7mm), the MD-H prints clearly and accurately even on irregular or curved metal and plastic surfaces. A double dust-proof structure ensures maintenance-free operation. Air-cooling cuts costs by eliminating the need for water cooling facilities. Dedicated software simplifies setup. For technical details click here.
From One Techie to Another:
Why is networking so important?
Featured Article:
Architectural Millwork Manufacturer Tracks Productivity
Resources & Literature:
-Featured Resource: Fieldbus I/O and Media Catalog
-Ethernet Direct Industrial Ethernet Brochure; and much more
Events, Seminars & Training:
-Featured Event: 2007 Emerson Global Users Exchange Conference
-Free EtherNet/IP Seminar - Manufacturing Automation
-FLOWEXPO China 2008; and much more
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Why is networking so important? And I’m not referring to Ethernet or Fieldbus, although they are just as important. Right now, I’m talking about social and professional networking. Gone are the days of the huge trade shows that attracted tens of thousands of people. Today, all the major suppliers (and some smaller ones) are hosting their own user’s conferences. Suppliers host these events for the obvious reason of attracting a captive audience. But why do users and partners go to these events? It’s for the networking! End users can interact with other end users who share the same manufacturing and process challenges. Of course, there is the business development side of these events as well. Suppliers can tout their products and solutions to users. Systems integrators have opportunities to meet existing and potentially new clients. Partners can reinforce relationships. It’s a win-win for everyone. The problem of course is getting people to attend these events. There are significant costs associated with attending such events like registration fees, hotel accommodations, and airfare; not to mention the cost of taking time away from the plant. Let’s face it, we are all running lean and we are spread way too thin. We are forced to do more work with fewer people and it’s difficult to take a few days away from the plant to attend these events…no matter how badly we want to go. And the problem isn’t going to get better. So what’s the solution? Social networking sites like MySpace.com and Facebook.com have been around for a few years; and they have been embraced by the younger generation as the primary means to stay in touch with friends and meet new ones. The staff at Automation.com has officially launched a professional, “automation” version of these social networking sites at My.Automation.com (you can also access it using the “My Automation” navigation button on Automation.com). I realize that for many of you this new type of medium may be a bit foreign and unproven, but it has become the standard to the younger generation for a reason. It works well! Times are changing and so is the way we all function in our jobs. My.Automation.com is tailored for the automation community. It allows users to create a personal profile that can be as detailed or as sparse as you like. You can even remain anonymous. Any user can create groups, discussion forums, blogs, and events. As with any social site, there is power in numbers. The more active members, the more powerful it becomes. Here are just a few examples of how automation professionals can use the site…
I personally invite all of you to join the site and I urge you to take advantage of its powerful networking features...go to My.Automation.com. I hope to see you online soon! Enjoy the rest of this eNews! Rick Zabel |
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Architectural Millwork Manufacturer Tracks Productivity
Brunt Associates is an architectural millwork firm based in Wixom, Michigan. The company experienced significant growth and needed to upgrade its software system yet required a solution that could address the unique issues facing a company in the woodworking industry.
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| National Instruments announces PXI-4065 DMM - 7/10/07 PXI-4065 digital multimeter provides 6˝-digits of resolution at up to 10 readings per second, or up to 3,000 readings per second at lower resolutions. |
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Moore Industries Increases Security on WLM Wireless Link Module - 7/10/07 WLM employs Spread Spectrum Frequency Hopping technology and robust error detection and correction for increased wireless security. |
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Banner introduces SureCross wireless sensor network - 7/09/07 SureCross consists of a Gateway controller and remotely located Nodes that bring monitoring and control capabilities to connected I/O. |
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TURCK releases Profibus FDP20 I/O stations - 7/09/07 These stations are suitable when I/O needs to be integrated onto Profibus-DP networks. |
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Emerson enhances AMS Suite for Vibration and Thermography Analysis - 7/09/07 Latest version of AMS Machinery Health Manager provides continuous online monitoring of CSI vibration data and infrared thermography technology. |
| MatrikonOPC enhances Tunneller Version 3.0 - 7/07/07 Enhancements include encryption and lossless data compression to transfer real-time and historical data securely. |
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Beckhoff gets North American approval for TwinSAFE Safety I/O - 6/27/07 Having received all necessary approvals for industrial use in the United States and Canada, TwinSAFE safety I/O is now available in North America. |
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Advantech launches LGA775 Pentium 4/Celeron D Processor - 6/27/07 It has an Intel GMA 950 graphics controller with a 400 MHz core, 224 MB of shared video memory and DirectX 9 3D hardware acceleration for high-quality graphics. |
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AutomationDirect introduces SOLO temperature controllers - 6/27/07 SOLO process/temperature controllers are available in 22 models, 11 of which are priced under $100. |
Other Product Announcements
- Woodhead announces Ultra-Lock connector for washdown environments 7/10/07
- SICK STEGMANN introduces DiCoder CKS36 programmable encoders 7/10/07
- Matrox Graphics upgrades Matrox EpicA to handle multiple monitors 7/10/07
- Engineered Design Solutions releases DwgGrid CAD software 7/10/07
- Honeywell releases FF-ST safety light curtains 7/10/07
- Honeywell introduces 91MCE miniature limit switches 7/10/07
- LGInternational adds high temp labels for PCBs 7/10/07
- GE Fanuc Offers Free Proficy Historian Software 7/9/07
- RTI releases Recorder data logging software 7/9/07
- WBF releases new version of B2MML 7/9/07
- Applied Robotics introduces Smart Gripper 2.0 for lab applications 7/9/07
- MatrikonOPC enhances Tunneller Version 3.0 7/9/07
- Grace introduces VoltageVision power warning device 7/9/07
- Agilent announces U2000 Series of USB-based power sensors 7/9/07
- Siemens releases 547B Simatic Rack PC 7/6/07
- AXIOMTEK releases SBC84602 VIA Mark embedded computer 7/6/07
- Thiele Technologies releases 8255 ServoPro Casepacker 7/6/07
- BEI introduces ES Sealed Encoders 7/6/07
- Siemens updates Profibus optical link modules 7/6/07
- Pepperl+Fuchs releases Vibracon LVL-B level switch 7/5/07
- GE Fanuc DSM324i motion controller supports high voltage servo motors 7/5/07
- RIA Connect releases ASM01Y PCB connector 7/5/07
- AXIOMTEK announces SBC81203 single board computer 7/3/07
- Danaher Motion and Sky-Trax collaborate to provide world’s first AGV-forklift collision avoidance system 7/3/07
- AMT announces die cast automation group 7/3/07
- Quantum Devices introduces JR12 Optical Encoder 7/3/07
- HEIDENHAIN introduces RIx 400 inductive rotary encoders 7/2/07
- Computer Aided Solutions introduces DT85 data logger 7/2/07
- ESL announces Model 4149 Fiber to serial converter 7/2/07
- Noax Technologies adds heating system to its industrial PCs 7/2/07
- FCI thermal switches and flow meters receive IEC approval 7/2/07
- ExperTune Announces PlantAMS Alarm Management System 6/29/07
- Siemens introduces IWLAN radio networks 6/29/07
- Danaher Motion introduces SQIO SynqNet I/O Modules 6/29/07
- Mettler Toldeo releases WM-Ex intrinsically safe weighing modules 6/29/07
- AXIOMTEK announces SBC84822 3.5-inch Embedded Board 6/29/07
- Sealevel announces SeaPAC-LX flat panel computer 6/29/07
- Visibility adds IQPlus ERP Report and Inquiry Writer 6/29/07
- Remstar enhances Shuttle XP Vertical Lift Module 6/29/07
- B&R introduces 8x Industrial Ethernet Hub 6/28/07
- GE Fanuc Announces Portable Program Device 6/28/07
- Intermec introduces CK31ex Rugged Handheld Computer 6/27/07
- AXIOMTEK announces IMB201 Industrial Motherboard 6/27/07
- BlueCielo announces InnoCielo Asset Management Module 6/27/07
- Technosoft announces PIM2403 Plug-In Servo Drive 6/27/07
- Thermo Fisher Scientific offers LIMS web tool 6/27/07
- Anver announces OC Series oval suction cups 6/27/07
- EMX introduces ColorMax-1000 Super Range color sensor 6/27/07
- Spartan Scientific introduces media separated solenoid valves 6/27/07
Product & Supplier Search
- Featured Products for July
- Search Products by keyword, category, manufacturer or release date
- Search Suppliers by keyword or product category
Featured Resource: Fieldbus I/O and Media Catalog
This 900-plus page catalog contains TURCK’s full line of I/O and media products for numerous network protocols, including DeviceNet, Ethernet, PROFIBUS, AS-interface, CANopen, FOUNDATION fieldbus and more. Now, users can easily determine all the appropriate I/O, media and accessories for their designs based on network protocol.
More Information
September 10-14 at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center in Grapevine, Texas
Registering online by July 30 will save 25 percent in registration fees. The Emerson Global Users Exchange, Engineering Revolution - Are You Ready?, will feature educational and leadership sessions for all levels of process manufacturing professionals. The annual conference is one of the industry's most comprehensive collections of user-driven presentations and workshops on technology selection and application, investment justification and automation strategy.
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Upcoming Events & Training
- PTO Free PROFINET 2007 Developer Workshops: Started May 21, 2007
- Siemens Safety Webinars: Started May 24, 2007
- 2007 Oil and Gas Industry Symposium: July 3, 12, 24, 26, 2007
- CLAWAR2007 Conference on Climbing and Walking Robots: July 16-18, 2007
- Free EtherNet/IP Seminar: July 19, 2007
- WINA-ISA Industrial Wireless Tutorial: July 22, 2007
- Wireless Solutions for Manufacturing Automation Conference: July 23-24, 2007
- ISA-SP100, Wireless Systems for Automation: July 25-27 2007
- PTO Free PROFINET 2007 Developer Workshops: July 31, 2007
- 2007 NIWeek Virtual Instrumentation Conference: August 7-9, 2007
- National Instruments Hosts NIWeek Technical Summit: August 7-9, 2007
- Free EtherNet/IP Seminar - Manufacturing Automation: August 10, 2007
- FLOWEXPO China 2008: March 26-28, 2008
Here are the latest company and application news headlines for your review...use the following links to read the full article. Check out our Daily News Headlines page frequently to stay up-to-date on the industry events.
Company & Organization News:
- ISA EXPO 2007 Focuses on Six Technology Exchanges 7/10/07
- Innova offers licenses for its patented PC Control System used in robotics applications 7/10/07
- Baumer Process Automation Div unites three groups 7/10/07
- FKI logistex opens North American Technology & Education Center 7/10/07
- Flowserve open R&D facility in Bangalore 7/9/07
- German Packaging Group Endorses OMAC Guidelines 7/9/07
- Bosch Rexroth to consolidate Detroit offices 7/9/07
- Schneider names Jean-François Pilliard Executive VP 7/3/07
- ISA Security Compliance Institute Proposed 7/3/07
- Emerson opens registration for User Conference 7/2/07
- Invensys completes Cimnet acquisition 7/2/07
- Plaia Named VP of Leviton 7/2/07
- ABB names Enrique Santacana Head of ABB US 6/29/07
- AMT announces machine vision feasibility consulting services 6/29/07
- B&R USA joins PMMI 6/29/07
- Adept Technology Reorganizes 6/29/07
- KUKA Robotics sponsors RoboCup 2007 Atlanta 6/29/07
- IFS and Tata form alliance for Asset and Service Management 6/29/07
- ICS Triplex achieves Achilles Level 1 Certification 6/29/07
- Alpha Gear follows RoHS Directive 6/28/07
- ISA announces Honors and Awards Gala 6/28/07
- Seemage 4.2 CAD software available in Japanese 6/27/07
- Endevco sensors assist winning team in vehicle safety competition 6/27/07
Application News:
- Emerson automates Motiva Norco refinery in Louisiana 7/10/07
- Robotics Technology Center to conduct robot research for pork industry 7/10/07
- Invensys to install DCS for Total Bitumen in UK 7/10/07
- Visibility supplies ERP Software to UK’s Rollalong 7/9/07
- Siemens supports National Corn-to-Ethanol Research Center 7/9/07
- ABB supplies controls for bioethanol plants in Thailand 7/2/07
- Softing provides fieldbus connectivity for GE Fanuc 7/2/07
- ABB Robots handle ceramic tiles 6/29/07
- ABB spatial interferometer to measure greenhouse gases on Japanese satellite 6/28/07
- Honeywell supplies QC system to Swedish paperboard manufacturer 6/27/07
- Emerson awarded $27M contract to upgrade lignite-fired power plant 6/27/07
Here's a list of new jobs posted on Automation.com:
- Control System Engineer: E and M - Healdsburg/San Francisco, CA 7/10/2007
- Software Controls Engineer: Factory Automation Systems - Atlanta, GA 7/10/2007
- Sr. Controls Engineer: Factory Automation Systems - Atlanta, GA 7/10/2007
- Systems Designer: QDS Systems - Baton Rouge, LA 7/10/2007
- Controls Technician: E & J Gallo Winery - Livingston, CA 7/02/2007
- Engineering Manager: Tech Logic Corporation - White Bear Lake, MN 7/02/2007
- Controls Engineer: Alliant Techsystems Inc. - Radford, VA 7/02/2007
- Automation & Controls Engineer: Honeywell FM&T - Kansas City, MO 6/29/2007
- Sales Manager / Sales Engineer: Automation Equipment Company Inc - Midwest - Mt. Prospect, IL 6/28/2007
- Controls Engineer\PLC Programmer: Aerotek - Dallas, TX 6/27/2007
To view other recent job postings, please use our Job Search Function.
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