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New Products
SIXNET announces IPm2m RTU and datalogger SIXNET announces IPm2m RTU and datalogger
IPm2m combines a RTU (Remote Terminal Unit), datalogger, and telemetry interface in a compact package.
Weidmuller announces ITXPlus loop-powered signal isolator

Weidmuller announces ITXPlus loop-powered signal isolator
ITXPlus can measure, filter and isolate different input parameters, then convert them into an industry standard 4-20mA output.

Emerson introduces Fisher GX 3-way valve Emerson introduces Fisher GX 3-way valve
GX valve can control the temperature of water, oils, steam, and other industrial fluids.
Banner introduces U-GAGE T30UX ultrasonic sensor for hostile environments Banner introduces U-GAGE T30UX ultrasonic sensor for hostile environments
T30UX ultrasonic sensor is available in three ranges for sensing from 100 mm to 3 m.
WAGO introduces Model 51013375 D-Sub interface modules

WAGO introduces Model 51013375 D-Sub interface modules
Model 51013375 26-pin D-sub interface modules connect to 737-109 Triple-Deck Terminal Strips to provide connections for electromechanical devices.

Bosch Rexroth releases IndraControl L65 PAC

Bosch Rexroth releases IndraControl L65 PAC
IndraControl L65 PAC has scalable hardware, flexible connectivity for integration in Ethernet-based networks, and a fast processor for shorter machine cycle times.

Arista announces BoxPC 140A & 240A fanless computers Arista announces BoxPC 140A & 240A fanless computers
BoxPC 140A and 240A fanless industrial computers have 1.5GHz VIA C7 processor, dual Gigabit Ethernet, single PCI expandability and AC or DC power options.
 

Cyberlogic updates MBX Driver to support USB Modbus Plus
Users of MBX family of software can download a free update from Cyberlogic’s website.

Advantech releases ADAM-5091 RS-232 module Advantech releases ADAM-5091 RS-232 module
ADAM-5091 module has four RS-232 ports, making it suitable for bi-directional communication.
Moxa announces wireless AWK-3121 AP/Bridge/Client Moxa announces wireless AWK-3121 AP/Bridge/Client
AWK-3121 supports IEEE 802.11 standards and higher security levels, including wireless communication in the 5 GHz bandwidth.

These are just a few of the latest products
>>>> MORE new products introduced this week <<<<

From One Techie to Another

Automation Insights Network

By Rick Zabel, Publisher
Automation Insights Network is a select group of controls and automation professionals who agree to help us cover news, emerging trends and technologies on various automation topics. Every two months, we will ask people in the Network to share their observations, knowledge and expertise with us. We take that information, distill it, and pass it on to our reporters and editors for use in future stories.

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Featured Articles

Invensys...Extreme Makeover - Review from IPS User Conference

By Bill Lydon, Contibuting Editor
After attending the IPS North American Client Conference it is apparent that the company is reinventing itself with a clearly defined strategy. IPS's (Invensys Process Systems) view of the major challenge facing industry was summarized by Paulett Eberhart, president and CEO - "Industrial business is now a real-time business, and the only way to effectively perform in a real-time business is in REAL TIME."

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Resources & Literature
Moxa publishes web site for oil and gas industry Moxa publishes web site for oil and gas industry
Information on the website includes how industrial Ethernet fits into oil and gas production, transportation, storage, and distribution.
P+F publishes guide to AS-Interface Maintenance and Troubleshooting

P+F publishes guide to AS-Interface Maintenance and Troubleshooting
16-page illustrated guide is filled with information to help AS-Interface users maintain and get the most from their AS-Interface solution.

 

Siemens enhances OpenScale Security Services
OpenScale now helps businesses improve the security of their Unified Communications (UC) solutions.

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Events, Seminars & Training
 

2009 International Robots, Vision & Motion Control Show
June 9-11, 2009, Rosemont, Illinois.
In addition to the latest products and services, the International Robots, Vision & Motion Control Show gives attendees a chance to get “hands-on” opportunities.

 

PAS Users Conference
March 9-11, 2009 Houston, Texas.
PAS postponed its third annual Users Conference originally scheduled for September due to Hurricane Ike.

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Company & Organization News
  Honeywell starts Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) Automation College
The college provides process professionals with tailored courses on maintaining a safe, reliable and efficient plant.
  Northwire cable passes flex tests
DataCELL FIELD MVC-800 FireWire Cable surpassed 11 million flex cycles in rigorous bending, rolling and torsion tests; other cables hit 20 million tick tock tests.
 

ABB Q3 net income up 26%
ABB reported increases in revenues, earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT), net income and cash flow in the third quarter of 2008.

  Opto 22 SNAP I/O receives ODVA certification
Opto 22 has received certification for its SNAP-PAC-EB1 and SNAP-PAC -EB2 SNAP I/O processors.
  Kepware to manage OPC-UA Codebase for OPC Foundation
OPC Foundation and Kepware will manage the development of OPC-UA in a managed community “open source code” model.
  Beckhoff Automation hires five sales engineers
Beckhoff Automation hired five new regional sales and application engineers in the past few months of 2008.

Other Company & Organization News:

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Application News
  Honeywell to control Russian paper mill
Honeywell will supply Experion and DaVinci Quality Control systems to Vaahto Pulp & Paper Machinery for the first light weight coated (LWC) paper plant in Russia.
  Siemens to install biofuel power plant in San Leandro
Plant will recycle methane produced by waste water treatment facilities.
  ABB to improve efficiency of paper mills in Finland
ABB will provide all maintenance operations and improve efficiency at six pulp, paper and board mills in Finland.
  Invensys to control world's first hydrogen power plant
Invensys will supply I/A Series automation and Triconex safety controllers for the world's first hydrogen-fuelled power plant, to be constructed in Fusina, Italy.
  Siemens to help Houston save energy in city buildings
Siemens will make energy efficiency improvements to 5,500,000 square feet of city facilities.

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Humor of the Week

Dilbert
An engineer's ego gets crushed.


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