Automation Weekly - November 26, 2008 - New Rockwell Automation products, exiderdome cancelled in Charlotte, Kepware to help manage OPC-UA, RFID e-training

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>>	New Products
>>	Resources & Literature
>>	Events, Seminars & Training
>>	Company & Organization News
>>	Project News
>>	New Job Opportunities
>>	Automation Groups & Discussions
>>	Humor of the Week

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New Products

	Rockwell Automation releases FactoryTalk ViewPoint software FactoryTalk ViewPoint software supports displays of FactoryTalk and Allen Bradley PanelView Plus applications via any Internet browser.
	Bison Gear releases VWDIR33 AC right angle gearmotor VWDIR33 AC right angle gearmotors have 1/12 hp dual voltage (115/230V), dual frequency (60/50 Hz), single phase permanent split capacitor electric motors.
	Rockwell Automation introduces PlantPAx for process control PlantPAx systems and solutions cover process control tools, programming tools, process optimization, batch and sequence control, process safety, asset management and more.
	Moore Industries announces miniMOORE signal conditioners miniMOORE family of multi-channel analog signal conditioners provides up to four I/O channels in a 1 inch (25.4 mm) footprint.
	Rockwell Automation releases MicroLogix 1400 controllers MicroLogix 1400 controllers come with or without embedded analog I/O. Prices start at $795.
	SoftPLC adds Enron Modbus serial and ethernet drivers Enron Modbus is a modification to the standard Modbus communication protocol, used in chromatographs, flow computers, odorization systems, RTUs, and fire/gas alarm systems.
	Control Microsystems announces SCADAPack 330E and 334E controllers SCADAPack 330E and 334E provide multi-vendor interoperability and reliable communications through native DNP3 and IEC 60870-5.
	DENSO introduces WINCAPS III robot programming software WINCAPS III saves users valuable development time by allowing them to program a robot on an offline computer, without the robot having to be in operation.
	Divelbiss announces SI-Application modules SI-APPMOD Series of preprogrammed monitor and control solutions include a tachometer, counter, hour meter, timer, and analog ranging units.
	SAS Automation announces Twist-On robot cable connectors Twist-On wire ties allow end-of-arm tool builders to easily attach air hoses and or power cables to the tool.
	Gridconnect introduces NET232 jr Serial to Ethernet device server Tiny NET232 jr has an RJ45 Ethernet port on one side, and a short RJ45 serial cable on the other, a web server and email notification.
	Advantech introduces FPM-5171G monitor with touchscreen FPM-5171G has Direct-VGA and DVI-D signal transmission, which allows a VGA control card to be used within a system.
	Industrial Labeling announces Ultimate PAH labeling system Ultimate PAH automated label print and apply system can print on a variety of materials and apply labels to flat, angled, and curved surfaces.

These are just a few of the latest products
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Resources & Literature

Rexroth publishes Oil Control Cartridge catalog
Catalog provides engineering details on screw-in type cartridges for manifold applications in hydraulic systems for mobile and industrial machinery.

Other Resources & Literature:

Pepperl+Fuchs publishes AS-Interface maintenance and troubleshooting guide

Events, Seminars & Training

	RFID Training Course - Electronic Download This comprehensive RFID course covers the entire gamut of the technology, right from Basic concepts to Security and Privacy issues related to RFID. The entire course is designed in an easy to understand manner with text, graphics and animations and without any complicated stuff. At the end, the learner can take a self assessment test (with scoring).
	The Future of Wireless Solutions in Industrial Automation February 5, 2009 Frankfurt City, Germany Workshop covers conditions and issues for users of wireless communications systems and products in both process and in discrete industries.

Other Upcoming Events & Training

IEEE-RAS International Conference on Humanoid Robots: December 1-3, 2008
Hands-On PLC Training Workshop: December 2-4, 2008
2nd Annual OMAC Integration Symposium: December 3-4, 2008
Web Coating & Drying: December 3-4, 2008
Process Plant and Machinery Middle East: December 7-8, 2008
Web Handling 1: December 9-10, 2008
Netrino offers Embedded Systems Training Courses: December, 2008 - April, 2009
exiderdome-A multimedia traveling expo: Feb. 2-6, 2009

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Company & Organization News

	exiderdome's stop in Charlotte cancelled exiderdome cannot be transferred from a barge to land for the second half of its U.S. tour, due to legal disputes involving key logistics suppliers.
	OPC Foundation and Kepware to manage OPC-UA OPC Foundation and Kepware will manage the development of OPC-UA and offer OPC-UA as a licensable technology.
	Autodesk reports increased 3Q sales Autodesk reported revenue of $607 million for the third quarter of fiscal 2009, an increase of 13 percent over the third quarter of fiscal 2008.
	GE Fanuc hosts show in Brazil GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms hosted a full day of discussions of technology and solutions for multiple industries in Brazil.
	Autodesk opens AEC Headquarters in Waltham, MA A 65,000 square-foot office building will serve as the headquarters for Autodesk's architecture, engineering & construction (AEC) division.

Other Company & Organization News:

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Project News

	ICS Triplex to control Subsea Compression Pilot Project The AADvance system will provide anti-surge and safety control for subsea compression units, which are located half a mile below sea level at the Ormen Lange gas field off the coast of Norway.
	Emerson to update controls at Philadelphia’s Baxter Water Treatment Plant Emerson will replace the plant’s existing ABB controls with 13 redundant Ovation controllers and eight operator/engineer workstations that will manage roughly 3,100 I/O points.
	Invensys to provide automation and safety services to Saipem IPS will provide Foxboro I/A distributed process control and Triconex safety systems for emergency shutdown and F&G applications on a floating production, storage and offloading (FPSO) structure.

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New Jobs

Here's a list of new jobs posted on Automation.com:

Engineering Project Leader: Olin Corporation - St. Gabriel, LA
Electrical Engineer: Olin Corporation - St. Gabriel, LA
Automation/Integration Engineer: AmeriCold Logistics - Atlanta, GA
Controls Engineer: MedImmune - Frederick, MD
Senior Mechanical Engineer: Xyratex Intl - San Jose, CA
Account Manager: FlashCut CNC - Deerfield, IL
Software Sales Engineer: automationtechies - Chicago, IL

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Humor of the Week

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