Automation Weekly - April 22, 2009 - Tomorrow has not been canceled, Green machining, Live from Hannover Messe, HERMES award, ABB moves to NC and lands 2100-robot order, Cartoon caption contest

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>>	Automation Groups & Discussions
>>	Humor of the Week

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New Products

HMS releases OPC Server for Anybus X-gateways
Server connects PC based OPC-Client applications through standard Ethernet networks and the X-gateway to all major fieldbus networks.

Phoenix Contact PLC makes networking easy for small applications
ILC 170 ETH 2TX controller has two Ethernet ports, allowing easier networking for small applications.

Cognex introduces In-Sight micro color vision systems
Models include entry level In-Sight Micro 1100C, high performance 1400C, and high resolution 1403C model. All work with In-Sight Explorer version 4.3 software.

Lanner releases VM-P016 video encoding mainboard
VM-P016 combines all of the audio and video inputs required to build a complete network video server with a single mainboard, without the need to add additional video or audio capture cards or H.264 compression hardware.

Opto adds wireless to SNAP PAC
SNAP PAC System family of programmable automation controllers, I/O, and accessories provides both wireless and wired Ethernet networking options.

GE Fanuc announces Proficy HMI/SCADA - iFIX WebSpace
iFIX WebSpace enables full control and visualization capabilities over a company’s intranet or Internet system without the need to change or alter the iFIX application.

Emerson introduces Fisher POSI-SEAL A81 rotary valve
Tight shutoff and the long seal life capability of the POSI-SEAL A81 make it ideal for on/off, quarter-turn applications.

Banner introduces U-Gage M25U ultrasonic sensors for sanitary applications
The sensors are constructed of heavy-duty 316 stainless steel, allowing them to withstand the recurring high-pressure washdowns, severe temperatures, and aggressive cleaning chemicals common in food and beverage applications.

Moore Industries introduces STA safety trip alarm
STA is certified to IEC 61508: Parts 1, 2 and 3 by TÜV Rheinland for single use in Safety Instrumented Systems up to SIL 2.

AutomationDirect expands SureStep motors
Stepping motors in standard NEMA sizes (17, 23, & 34) now include bi-polar models with output torques ranging from 61 oz-in. to 1291 oz-in.

These are just a few new products introduced this week
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Featured Article

Tomorrow has not been canceled! Report from ABB Automation & Power World 2009
Mark Taft, ABB Group Vice President, Process Automation, Global control System Business, opened with, "...it is important for us to remember that tomorrow has not been canceled." Mark's point was the conference was designed to provide a great deal of useful and actionable information that will help attendees survive and thrive in the current economy, and be prepared to take advantage of the future. Mark further noted that having a combined event encompassing automation and power is timely.

Application Stories

Green machining improves Ford Van Dyke Transmission Plant
Nearly dry MQL machining slices seven figures from initial system cost for unneeded coolant tanks and high-pressure supply systems, reduces operating costs, and improves plant air quality

Resources & Literature

	Bosch Rexroth publishes automation and drives catalogs Automation Systems and Control Components catalog provides details on PLCs and automation systems, while Drive System catalog covers electric drives and motor products.
	Rittal adds 3D CAD database to Website CAD models include industrial, IT, climate control and busbar power distribution solutions including enclosures, racks and accessories.
	ASHRAE provides Federal Recovery Act help ASHRAE put together resources to help its members get government stimulus money for projects.

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Events, Seminars & Training

	Environmental Reporting Course for ERP users June 10-11, 2009 Wayne, PA Course provides hands-on instruction in the setup and generation of SARA Reports, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs), Certificates of Analysis (COA), and other environmental regulatory documents.
	Eaton Fluid Conveyance classes taught in French, Spanish, English The Aeroquip Fluid Conveying Products School and the Weatherhead Fluid Conveying Products School will be available in French, Spanish and English.
	TÜVRheinland Functional Safety Training June 8-10, 2009 Boston, MA The event will provide classroom instruction in the area of functional safety according to IEC 61508, IEC 61511 and other relevant international standards.

Upcoming Events & Training

Principles of Flexible Web Slitting Seminar: April 29-30, 2009
CSIA Executive Conference: May 1-2, 2009
2009 Software Conference: May 6-7, 2009
The 3rd Int'l Industrial Control & Automation Technology: May 9-11, 2009
Plant Maintenance and Design Engineering: May 12-14, 2009
Pumps Conference: May 12-14, 2009
Quick Start for EtherNet/IP: Training for New Developers: May 14, 2009
2009 3D Collaboration & Interoperability Conference: May 17-20, 2009
Safety Control & Instrumentation Systems Conference: May 19-21, 2009
Yokogawa Technology Fair & Users Conference: May 19-21, 2009

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Company & Organization News

	Live from Hannover Messe Each day, Phoenix Contact's USA YouTube channel will feature a five- to ten-minute video detailing news from the show, including customer and employee interviews, product launches and other show highlights.
	HERMES AWARD goes to Voith Turbo Wind An independent jury selected the company on the basis of its newly developed mechatronic drive system allowing for the highly dynamic speed control of wind turbine rotors.
	ABB relocates North American headquarters to Cary, NC Among the primary factors behind this move are significant cost savings and a favorable business climate in the Triangle, as well as closer proximity to growing customer and employee bases.
	MAVERICK Technologies acquires Mission Controls Mission Controls is a provider of systems integration and programming services for the dairy, food and beverage industries.
	Softing supplies PROFINET stack to Omron Omron will use Softing’s PROFINET stack in a new line of PROFINET devices
	Matrikon announces Q2 results Second quarter revenue was $19.66 million compared to $19.44 million in Q2-08 and $19.58 million in Q1-09.
	Vice President Biden visits ABB plant Biden pointed to the Lost Creek wind project as a prime example of how funds from the U.S. federal stimulus package are creating green jobs while expanding the country’s renewable energy portfolio.
	Omron STI safety services available in Southeast Asia Safety services include machine and process safety education, assessment and risk identification, engineering and design, as well as integration and implementation.
	Matrikon clarifies trading halt and management cease trade order Matrikon had trading in its shares halted by the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada prior to market open as a result of an administrative error.
	Beckhoff increases turnover to 278 Million Euros in 2008 Beckhoff Automation closed the 2008 business year successfully with robust turnover growth of 20 percent.

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Project News

	ABB to supply BMW with 2,100 robots ABB will supply BMW with 2,100 industrial robots over five years, beginning in 2010, to support the carmaker’s operations in Germany, the UK and the United States.
	ABB wins $20 million U.S. power order from Oncor ABB will supply a Static VAr Compensator (SVC) unit to support the transmission grid in north Texas. The SVC unit will be installed at the Renner substation.
	IPS to supply safety and controls to Petrobras IPS will supply Triconex safety and Avantis asset management technology to upgrade and modernize 11 Petrobras refining facilities throughout Brazil.
	MatrikonOPC supplies Siemens Building Technologies with OPC Data Manager Siemens Building Technologies is standardizing on MatrikonOPC’s SNMP Agent for OPC and OPC Data Manager.

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Control Systems Technician (DCS programming): Dominion - Lusby, MD

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