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| New Products |
_thumb.jpg) ProSoft releases MVI56E Modbus communications modules
MVI56E modules are backward compatible, sharing ladder logic and module configuration files with existing MVI56 Modbus communication modules in the field. |
_thumb.jpg ) AutomationDirect adds pneumatic tubing & fittings
NITRA tubing is available in polyurethane and nylon styles, in inch and metric sizes and in 100 and 500-foot packages. Prices start at $10.25 for 100 feet. |
_thumb.jpg) Advantech introduces IPPC-4000D industrial panel PC
IPPC-4000D 4U panel PC has a 5.7” VGA TFT LCD, ATX industrial motherboard, Intel Core 2 Duo or Pentium 4 processor and up to eight GB DDR2 SDRAM. |
 Rexroth announces VSP/VPP series HMIs
VSP/VPP control panels are available in a range of sizes from 12 to 17 inches, with touchscreen interface and multiple machine key options. |
_thumb.jpg) Banner introduces QS30 clear object sensors
QS30 sees translucent materials, ensuring dependable detection of clear targets including PET bottles and glass containers. |
_thumb.jpg) AXIOMTEK announces SHB211 half-size CPU Card
SHB211 has Intel GM45 Express chipset and Intel Core2 Duo processor for excellent 3D graphics and dual-view capability. |
_thumb.jpg) HARTING introduces hybrid PROFINET cables
Hybrid PROFINET cables combine PROFINET data and 24 V power distribution in a single cable. |
_thumb.jpg) ABB announces SafeMove robot safety controller
SafeMove reduces the need for traditional safety equipment such as light curtains, safety relays, mechanical stops, mechanical position switches, and protective barriers. |
_thumb.jpg) Cognex introduces DataMan 200 ID reader
DataMan 200 image-based reader features full Ethernet connectivity in a package the size of a matchbox. |
_thumb.jpg) Yokogawa adds PLC logic to UTAdvanced hybrid temperature controller
UTAdvanced combines PID control with embedded ladder sequence control that supports 84 ladder commands, 24 DIO points, four analog inputs, three analog outputs and allows up to 400 ladder steps.
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| Featured Articles |
Diamonds Are Forever, So is Real-Time Data
By Thomas R. Cutler
Software products make it easy for jewelry organizations, large or small, to acquire process data from any source, analyze that data in real-time, and instantly notify process owners of variation. |
| Application Stories |
 ABB crane solutions keep global trade moving
ABB’s automatic rail-mounted gantry cranes (ARMGs) have revolutionized the way that containers are handled in container terminals the world over.
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 Emerson's wireless network monitors Irish gas transmission pipeline
Rosemount wireless transmitters include five measuring pressure, one differential pressure, and one temperature; each measurement point has redundant communication to the RTU via two or three routes. |
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 The Advantages of Plant-wide Historians vs. Relational Databases
By GE Fanuc
While relational databases (RDBs) are designed to manage relationships between contextualized data, plantwide historians are built specifically for manufacturing and process data acquisition and presentation. They offer key advantages over RDBs, including built-in data collection capabilities, faster speeds, higher data compression, robust redundancy, enhanced data security and quicker time to value. |
| Resources & Literature |
_thumb(1).jpg) ProSoft announces Wireless Designer software tool
Wireless Designer simplifies the task of planning and specifying wireless networks.
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MEMS-based systems session at Sensors Expo
“Think Outside the Chip: MEMS-Based Systems Solutions” all-day session presents information on the partitioning, integrating and creating of MEMS- based systems and their applications.
Wind Turbine Hydraulics training course
“Wind Turbine Fundamental Hydraulics” is a 4.5 day training course intended for sales and maintenance personnel requiring a solid understanding of hydraulics systems used in wind turbine operation.
Workshop on machine safety regs when exporting to Europe
June 2, 2009 San Bernardino, CA
For manufacturers of machinery and electrical equipment, the four-hour workshop will review updates to the machine safety directive that are taking place in 2009.
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- 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
- AB PLC Training Workshop: June 1- 3, 2009
- SICK Machine Safety Seminar: June 1, 2009
- Automation Shanghai 2009 Exhibition: June 2-4, 2009
- Sensors Expo & Conference: June 8-10, 2009
- International Robots, Vision & Motion Control Show and Conference: June 8-11, 2009
- Honeywell User Group Meeting: June 14-18, 2009
- Hazardous Areas Conference: June 17-18, 2009
- Principles of Web Handling: June 17-18, 2009
- Rockwell Automation RSTechED: June 21-26, 2009
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| Company & Organization News |
ARC says automation in Oil & Gas to reach $10.4 Billion in 2012
Automation expenditures by the upstream oil and gas sector, which includes exploration, production, and pipelines, are expected to grow at an annual rate of nine percent over the next five years.
PLCopen extends motion control to cover fluid power
PLCopen is launching a new initiative in the Motion Control working group to extend the specifications to fluid power.
Emerson DeltaV is registered as Foundation fieldbus host
The DeltaV system with AMS Device Manager has passed the Host Registration Program (HRP) requirements.
Emerson joins PROFIBUS Nutzerorganisation (PNO)
Emerson intends to work inside the PNO to keep the implementation of EDDL aligned across all protocols.
MAVERICK to sell AspenTech software
MAVERICK Technologies will sell aspenONE Production Management & Execution, Advanced Process Control and Operator Training Simulators (OTS).
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_thumb.jpg) ABB to control hybrid integrated solar power plant
ABB won an order worth $14 million to provide a complete electrical balance of plant (eBoP) solution for a 150-megawatt integrated, combined-cycle solar power plant under construction in Algeria.
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