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In this Issue
>> Featured New Products
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>> Resources & Literature
>> Events, Seminars & Training
>> Company & Organization News
>> Project News
>> New Job Opportunities
>> Automation Groups & Discussions
>> Humor of the Week
 
Featured New Products
Longwatch adds thermal imaging to Video Surveillance Software Longwatch adds thermal imaging to Video Surveillance Software
The interface to FLIR’s A-Series Thermal Imaging cameras allows thermal images to be viewed on standard HMI/SCADA software, such as Wonderware InTouch or GE Fanuc iFix.
Emerson introduces Control-Disk valve with double the control range

Emerson introduces Control-Disk valve with double the control range
Control-Disk valve offers excellent throttling performance and is ideal for applications that involve fast processes and varying pressure drops.

AutomationDirect adds to photoelectric sensor line AutomationDirect adds to photoelectric sensor line
New models include NPN and PNP diffuse sensors, and through-beam emitter and receivers in up to six-meter sensing ranges.
Rockwell Automation introduces Guardmaster Minotaur MSR57P safety relay

Rockwell Automation introduces Guardmaster Minotaur MSR57P safety relay
Minotaur MSR57P dedicated safe-speed monitoring relay allows personnel to enter hazardous areas while motion is present.

Schneider Electric adds Greenhouse Gas info to Powerlogic Schneider Electric adds Greenhouse Gas info to Powerlogic
PowerLogic ION EEM Emissions Tracking and Reporting module helps corporations achieve higher energy efficiency, while reducing energy-related emissions, costs and downtime.
Analytical Technology announces Q45P pH monitoring system Analytical Technology announces Q45P pH monitoring system
Q45P system with online calibration is for use in industrial and municipal applications including wastewater treatment, breweries, dairies and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Bosch Rexroth introduces IndraControl VEP PC-Based HMIs Bosch Rexroth introduces IndraControl VEP PC-Based HMIs
IndraControl HMIs have an embedded Windows CE operating system, flash card technology, and choice of displays in sizes from 8.4 to 15-inch.
InduSoft enhances Web Studio HMI/SCADA software for mobile access InduSoft enhances Web Studio HMI/SCADA software for mobile access
Web Studio Version 6.1 Service Pack 5 adds enhancements such as Studio Mobile Access (SMA), the option to run as a Windows service, and custom display resolutions.
Emerson adds DS800 graphical programming to FloBoss Flow Manager Emerson adds DS800 graphical programming to FloBoss Flow Manager
DS800 Development Suite can create custom continuous and discrete control strategies using any of six programming languages.
Rockwell Automation introduces low-power DataSite RTU controller

Rockwell Automation introduces low-power DataSite RTU controller
DataSite RTU operates in remote locations with extreme temperatures, such as those often found in the oil and gas, and wastewater industries.

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Application Stories
Westermo Ethernet extenders help keep gas going in Amsterdam Westermo Ethernet extenders help keep gas going in Amsterdam
Alliander installed 6 DDW-221s and 280 DDW-100s to upgrade Amsterdam's gas and energy distribution network.
 

IPS implements mesh control network for SE Asia beverage industry
The MESH control network greatly improved the network process communication loading compared with previous ethernet copper cabled network.

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Resources & Literature
WAGO publishes on-line eBooks catalog WAGO publishes on-line eBooks catalog
eBooks provides users with convenient online access to its five full-line product catalogs.

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Events, Seminars & Training
 

Automated Building Controls webcast
February 26, 2009 12 pm CST
“Automated Building Controls: Maximizing Energy Performance” webcast covers why, when and how to implement automated building controls.

 

Parker Mechanical Training Class
March 30-April 3, 2009 Irwin, PA
Mechanical training class will cover linear stages, linear systems, industrial actuation, structural framing, gearheads and gearmotors.

 

WAGO announces Industrial Control Seminars
Interactive free three-day seminars provide attendees with information needed to advance automation projects. WAGO provides all course materials, meals and coordinates ground transport.

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Company & Organization News
  Rockwell Automation to acquire Rutter Hinz
Rutter Hinz, an engineering company, has expertise in industrial automation, process control and power distribution, specifically for the oil and gas industry.
  Canfield's 5FR and 5JR valve connectors CSA Approved
5FR and 5JR series of solenoid valve connectors have been awarded CSA approval for the United States and Canada.
  Emerson puts product demonstrations on the road
Emerson will be presenting Rosemount Analytical gas chromatograph, liquid, and process analytic solutions to customers in their recently enhanced demo van.
  ABB orders decrease in Q4, but 2008 income up
Orders decreased 19 percent in the fourth quarter but full-year EBIT nevertheless reached a record $4.6 billion.

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Project News
  Emerson to provide Syncade operations management to Bristol-Myers Squibb
Emerson will supply PlantWeb digital plant architecture, Syncade Smart Operations Management suite, DeltaV digital automation and a network of intelligent digital field devices.

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Humor of the Week

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From lead engineer to advisor


Automation Cartoons - February 18, 2009
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