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_thumb.jpg) Belden releases Hirschmann RS22 and RS32 PoE switches
RS Series switches are available with Fast Ethernet ports, four of which support Power over Ethernet (PoE). |
_thumb.jpg) GE Fanuc announces Proficy iFIX Embedded
Proficy iFIX Embedded runs on Windows XP Embedded, and can be used in machine panels, embedded controllers and specialty devices. |
 Emerson adds full redundancy to Smart Wireless
Available with the DeltaV S-series digital automation system, full redundancy protects the wireless network from any single point of failure.
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_thumb.jpg) Contemporary Controls adds control to BAS Remote
With the addition of a Sedona virtual machine (SVM), the BAS Remote can now execute stand-alone control schemes. |
_thumb.jpg) MKS enhances SenseLink QM DAQ system for injection molding
Version 2.2 adds multivariate analysis (MVA) with partial least squares (PLS) modeling for improved real-time quality monitoring and fault detection in injection molding. |
_thumb.jpg) Longwatch video software supports Wonderware ActiveFactory
Users can link plant video with Wonderware’s ActiveFactory data trend charts to see exactly what was happening in the plant when an event occurred. |
_thumb.jpg) ABB Instrumentation announces Asset Vision Professional
An upgrade to the existing ABB Asset Master, Asset Vision offers full-featured device management and asset optimization. |
 Phoenix Contact releases TRISAFE safety controller
A single TRISAFE controller can monitor an entire safety circuit, from emergency stops to safety doors, in a machine or plant. |
_thumb.jpg) Hilscher adds scripting tool to netTAP Gateway
netSCRIPT scripting tool can be used to create gateways for custom serial protocols to over 60 different industry standard protocols supported by netTAP. |
_thumb.jpg) Weidmuller releases T-SERIES industrial power supplies
T-SERIES single-phase power supplies are available in nine models, ranging from 12VDC through 48VDC output voltage, and up to 25A output current. |
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.jpg) 2009 IPS North American Client Conference: Chaos, Crisis, Clarity
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_thumb.jpg) HARTING connects U2's giant 360° LED screen
HARTING provided connections for the world's first transformable 360° LED screen used on the latest concert tour for the rock band U2.
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Sierra mass flow controllers help conduct experiments to discover how rapidly increasing atmospheric CO2 levels are affecting the enormous variety of marine animals in our seas.
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PTO updates Profibus and Profinet web site
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Invensys to provide simulation for ConocoPhillips’ E-Gas Technology
Invensys will supply DYNSIM modeling and simulation software to help improve the design, start-up and operation of new coal gasification plants.
Honeywell to automate two Norwegian pulp & paper mills
Honeywell will install its Experion Process Knowledge System (PKS) and PMD Controllers at Hellefoss and Vafos mills in southern Norway. |
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 Siemens merges four divisions into one
Siemens Energy & Automation, Siemens Transportation Systems, Siemens Building Technologies, and Siemens VAI Services merged into a new company, Siemens Industry.
_thumb.jpg) Eric Byres made ISA Fellow
ISA announced they have awarded Eric Byres, the Chief Technology Officer at Byres Security, the rare honour of ISA Fellow.
 Emerson forms Human Centered Design Institute
The goal of the Human Centered Design Institute is to ensure that user work practices and improved task completion are at the heart of every new product that Emerson introduces.
Online Development uses Kepware in ControlLogix gateway
Universal Gateway Appliance communications module for Allen-Bradley ControlLogix has more than 100 protocols.
Wurldtech to develop Cyber Security training for automation
Wurldtech's Cyber Security Research Institute announced a research project designed to help improve cyber security education and awareness amongst IT and automation professionals.
Invensys Operations Management adds two regional presidents
Dr. Ravi Gopinath and Teemu Tunkelo joined Invensys as regional presidents for Asia Pacific (APAC) and Europe/Russia/Africa (EURA), respectively. |
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Phoenix Contact to host seminars for the process industry
October 2009, various cities
Free half-day seminars will feature presentations on wireless, Foundation Fieldbus, surge protection and intrinsic safety.
ACP holds thin client roadshow
Through January 2010, various cities
Free event shows attendees how to save money and time with thin clients and thin client management software.
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- Filtech 2009: October 13-15, 2009
- Fieldbus Foundation North American End User Seminar: October 15, 2009 & November 3-4, 2009
- Canadian Manufacturing Technology Show (CMTS): October 19-22, 2009
- PLC Troubleshooting Workshop: October 21-23, 2009
- EtherNet/IP Proven & Complete Introductory Seminar: October 22, 2009
- ControlLogix and RSLogix 5000 Training Seminar: October 26-29, 2009
- Using WirelessHART Technology in Process Industries: October-November, 2009 - various cities
- Invensys OpsManage'09: November 3-5, 2009
- Practical TCP/IP and Ethernet Networking for Industry: November 9-10, 2009
- Automation Fair: November 11-12, 2009
- Practical Boiler Control and Instrumentation for Engineers & Technicians: November 16-20, 2009
- Practical Instrumentation for Automation and Process Control: November 20-24, 2009
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