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November 11, 2009 |
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| Sponsor: National Instruments |
LabVIEW 2009 - Do More with Industrial Measurements and Control
LabVIEW 2009 introduces the integration of the NI SoftMotion Module and SolidWorks 3D CAD software delivering a design environment that enables faster machine development while minimizing risk through digital prototypes Access other new features, including the ability to deploy LabVIEW code to NI wireless sensor networks.
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| Sponsor: Moxa |
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| Sponsor: Northwire |
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| Featured Articles |
Invensys Integrates P&F Intrinsically Safe I/O
By Bill Lydon
Invensys has moved from a "build everything attitude" that had been a hallmark of the company to partnering with strong suppliers in areas that are not core competencies. The tight integration with Pepperl+Fuchs for Intrinsically Safe I/O shows the Invensys commitment to best of breed partners. The solution is certified for Zone 1 and Zone 2 hazardous environments.
Changes at ISA - A Current Volunteer Leader's Perspective
By Don Frey, ISA Volunteer Leader
Faced with unprecedented declines in demand for training, advertising, and exhibit space, the ISA has had to make drastic cuts in its budget for 2010. Some significant areas where cuts have been made are in the areas of professional staff, frequency of publication of InTech magazine, ISA E-News production and distribution, and future ISA EXPO offerings.
Global outsourcing has downsides
By Jim Pinto
In the current recessionary business environment, global outsourcing has a negative connotation—it means firing American workers and shipping jobs to less-developed countries where wages are low and labor laws are lax.
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| Application Stories |
_thumb.jpg) Emerson wireless transmitters monitor gas plants in Argentina
Rosemount wireless transmitters at three sites measure venting, deliver gas data for AGA3 calculations to balance plants, and provide data for fiscal accounting of sold gas.
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| Resources & Literature |
ASHRAE Handbook now available online
The ASHRAE Handbook is now available online to allow for quick and easy access to a vast amount of HVAC&R information.
Ethernet Direct launches Industrial Solution website
Site is organized according to three major product classifications: Industrial Ethernet, Industrial Communication and Industrial Automation.
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| Featured ISA Books |
 Fundamentals of Test Measurement Instrumentation
By Keith R. Cheatle
Targeted to engineers, technicians, manufacturers, and students, this book discusses the specialized test instrumentation used in R&D laboratories, testing organizations, and industrial maintenance departments. It focuses on the practical application of test instrumentation and emphasizes the importance of creating a "measurement system" that involves components, installation, wiring, and calibration.
 Foundation Fieldbus, 3rd Edition
By Ian Verhappen and Augusto Pereira
This 3rd Edition, written by control systems engineers with extensive FOUNDATION Fieldbus installation experience, builds on the contents of the previous two editions, providing quick reference information on all aspects of the FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 protocol life cycle, including design considerations, installation tips, and commissioning.
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| Product Sponsor - Canary Labs |
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| New Products |
_thumb.jpg) Rockwell Automation introduces mechatronic hardware and software
Mechatronic solutions consist of software tools, motion control products and support that reduce costs and development time for builders of sophisticated machines. |
 Invensys announces Wonderware Intelligence 1.0
Enterprise manufacturing intelligence (EMI) solution reports historian and operational data using role-based dashboards, presenting KPIs and real-time operational business metrics. |
_thumb.jpg) Beckhoff introduces EP2338 EtherCAT Box
Configurable IP 67 rated I/O blocks for harsh environments permit switching of input channels to output channels and vice versa. |
_thumb.jpg) Baumer announces FODK 23 optical fluid sensor
The FODK 23 sensor is screwed or glued onto a dry floor or base panel in the area where leakage might occur. |
_thumb.jpg ) ASI releases XCSD30E dc power supply
XCSD30E is a single-phase power supply with an input of 90-264 Vac and output of 5-15Vdc. |
 Emerson expands FOUNDATION Fieldbus interface for oil, gas and water
Interface allows ControlWave and ROC800-Series controllers to access multiple variables over a single pair of wires in a point-to-point or multi-drop configuration. |
_thumb.jpg) AutomationDirect introduces SR22 soft motor starters
SR22 series soft starters, available in 5A to 40A sizes, are overcurrent protected and feature two DIN-rail mountable frame sizes (45mm and 55mm). |
_thumb.jpg) Advantech announces APAX-5000 programmable automation controller
The APAX-5000 series has two standalone CPU modules working together responsible for different tasks. One is for HMI/SCADA while the other is dedicated for SoftLogic I/O tasks. |
_thumb.jpg) Electro-Chemical Devices announces S10 and S17 Sulfide Sensors
S10 and S17 sulfide analytical sensors provide accurate, reliable analysis of sulfide levels that helps ensure proper water treatment. |
_thumb.jpg) IDEC introduces S8 registration mark sensors
S8 sensors are packed in a miniature housing (14 x 42 x 25mm), but deliver high-accuracy detection usually associated with larger sensors. |
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| Project News |
GE Fanuc supplies redundant PACs to Critical Power Consultants
GE Fanuc will supply PACSystems RX3i controllers for true dual redundancy data synchronization and automatic switchover for continuous operations.
ABB to control electrical equipment on UAE oil pipeline
ABB will supply switchgear, ring main units, capacitor banks and resistors, protection panels, fault monitoring systems and substation control and monitoring systems based on System 800xA.
Invensys to supply EYESim training system to U.S. Department of Energy
The DOE will use EYESim virtual reality training solution in the development of new generation zero-emission integrated gasification combined cycle (IGCC) power plants with carbon capture.
Rockwell Automation to control Snowy Hydro power plants in Australia
Rockwell Automation has supplied 15 Allen Bradley ControlLogix programmable automation controllers to be located at seven different sites in the Snowy Mountains on the east coast of Australia. |
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| Company & Organization News |
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ABB explains accelerated Field Device Integration
Key Suppliers recently agreed to enlarge the scope of the EDDL Cooperation Team and will become the FDI Cooperation.
NEMA-backed motor rebate bill introduced in Congress
Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) launched a $700 million motor rebate bill for an energy-efficient motor rebate program advocated by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA).
Siemens joins EPA Green Power Partnership
Siemens Industry Building Technologies Division is purchasing green power through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Green Power Partnership.
MooreHawke TRUNKGUARD device couplers approved by Fieldbus Foundation
TG200 and TG300 device couplers successfully completed the Foundation Device Coupler Registration Process for the Fieldbus Foundation.
HANNOVER MESSE to emphasize efficiency, innovation and sustainability
HANNOVER MESSE (19 to 23 April 2010) will include nine international trade fairs.
ISA announces Corporate Sponsorship Program in 2010
Sponsorship packages will offer year round promotion, prominent association-wide access and recognition, and turnkey service from a dedicated team of professionals. |
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| Events, Seminars & Training |
ISA Announces Remaining December 2009 Training Schedule
NORTH CAROLINA (Research Triangle Park, NC - ISA Headquarters)
CALIFORNIA (Burbank, CA - Pickwick Gardens Conference Center By Sodexho)
PENNSYLVANIA (Oakdale, PA - Pittsburgh Technical Institute)
TEXAS (Houston, TX - University of Houston)
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