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Phoenix Contact's GSM/GPRS calls remote machines by cellphone
GSM/GPRS serial modem provides global access to machines and systems via GSM cellular phone connections. |
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GE Fanuc Proficy Change Management works through thick and thin
Web-based enhancements provide users with thin-client capability for version control, audit trails and secure access. |
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ASI announces XCSA DC to DC Converters
XCSA converters are available in versions with inputs ranging from 12 to 110Vdc and outputs of 12 and 24 Vdc at 5 to 10 amps. |
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LumaSense releases pocket-size MikroSHOT thermal imaging camera
Handy thermal imager allows for affordable pocket-sized portability with capabilities normally found in larger, more expensive thermal imagers. |
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Red Lion adds USB to CUB5 and PAX panel meters
USB programming cards connect CUB5 and PAX meters to almost any computer, with no serial converters or other external devices needed. |
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Express Logic's ThreadX 5.2 RTOS suits embedded computer
ThreadX V5.2 introduces developer-friendly features, such as dynamic event filtering, expanded event trace, SMP enhancement, and a significant reduction in global memory requirements. |
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Dynalco's SWT switches check rotating speed
SWT series of speed switches for monitoring and protection of rotating and reciprocating machinery are DIN rail mountable. |
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Emerson adds Modbus to Rosemount 3300 series level transmitter
3300 series adds Modbus ASCII and LevelMaster protocols for a potential reduction of up to 60% in start-up, programming and on-site maintenance-related costs. |
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Pepperl+Fuchs introduces AS-Interface Signal Towers
Signal Towers are available in red, yellow, green, blue and clear LED color options, and provide 100,000 hours - or more than 11 years - of continuous operation. |
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Government Spending Leads to Automation Opportunities
By Bill Lydon, Contributing Editor
Government spending should have a positive impact on the automation and controls business. This is potentially great news for automation and controls professionals, system integrators and vendors. The challenge is to research how this spending can be tapped to benefit your facility or customers. This article summarizes money being allocated based on the latest figures available. The intent is to stimulate some thinking that will help you identify opportunities. |
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Assembly & Test white paper
Covers in-line vs. in-process testing; differentiating between defective parts vs. defective tests; differences in fixture design for testing vs. assembly; comparing generic vs. customized software for testing applications; and related cost-savings of various assembly & test techniques. |
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TUV Rheinland Safety Webinar
March 24, 2009 2-3 p.m. EST
Webinar will focus on the Functional Safety requirements of products such as programmable electronic systems, measuring and monitoring equipment, automation and controls, and industrial machinery. |
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Upcoming Events & Training
- Netrino offers Embedded Systems Training Courses: through April, 2009
- Opto 22 Intelligent Remote I/O for Allen-Bradley Logix Platforms: March-April 2009
- MAINTEC 2009: March 17-18, 2009
- SCADA & Industrial Automation Forum 2009: March 23-24, 2009
- Troubleshooting AB PLCs 101: March 24-26, 2009
- Image Sensors Europe 2009: March 24-26, 2009
- ABB Automation & Power World 2009: March 24-26, 2009
- WESTEC 2009: March 30-April 2, 2009
- The Vision Show: March 31-April 2, 2009
- Logichem Europe 2009: March 31-April 3, 2009
- American Society of Engineering Education Northeast Conference: April 3-4, 2009
- International Conference on Hybrid Systems: Computation and Control: April 13-15, 2009
- SPIE Defense, Security, and Sensing 2009: April 13-17, 2009
- AB PLC Training Workshop: April 15-17, 2009
- MatrikonOPC User Group Houston: April 16, 2009
- 54th Analysis Division Symposium: April 19-23, 2009
- ControlLogix and RSLogix 5000 Training Seminar: April 20-23, 2009
- Hannover Messe 2009: April 20-24, 2009
- Fieldbus Foundation North American End User Seminar: April 21-23, 2009
- Principles of Flexible Web Slitting Seminar: April 29-30, 2009
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| Humor of the Week |
Dilbert
The danger of PowerPoint.
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Automation Cartoons - March 11, 2009
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