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June 9, 2010 |
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| Featured Articles |
Unraveling PAC
By Bill Lydon, InTech
The term Programmable Automation Controller (PAC) has been used for over eight years with a few companies claiming to have invented the term. The term refers to more powerful controllers, but the term PAC continues to be imprecise since there is no industry standard to use as a benchmark. InTech asked a number of suppliers to provide their definition of a PAC. This is a summary based on the responses.
Staying globally competitive
By Jim Pinto for InTech
In today’s global markets, every business is pitted against worldwide competitors with consistently improving productivity, better performance, and shrinking prices. For automation suppliers, this global competitiveness is simply reflected back by end users with increasing demands in every direction.
Pick-to-Light Drives Immediate Lean Manufacturing Automation Advantages
By Thomas R. Cutler, Automation.com
The benefits of Pick-to-Light solutions cannot be overlooked as a best-of-breed, lean manufacturing, continuous process improvement, cost-saving technique. There are extensive benefits of Light-Directed Order Picking; including static shelving, carton flow rack, batch picking carts, pallet rack, horizontal and vertical carousels, and others.
Help Improve Your Profession by Taking the CSE PE Survey
ISA and NCEES are asking you to complete a survey to help determine the importance of professional activities and the associated knowledge topics that a newly licensed control systems engineer would need to understand in order to practice in today's work environment.
2010 Salary Survey
Automation.com is collaborating with ISA and InTech to survey automation, process control and instrumentation professionals about career, salary and company information. Please take a couple minutes to participate in this important survey. Survey results will be available in late summer 2010. |
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| Application Stories |
_thumb.jpg) Emerson improves productivity at Cambrex Profarmaco
Cambrex Profarmaco of Milan, Italy, successfully implemented Emerson's DeltaV digital automation system, AMS Suite, Rosemount instruments and meters, and Micro Motion F-Series Coriolis mass flowmeters.
Mettler Toledo X-ray inspection works in China
The Zhangzhou Gang Chang Can Food Company uses GlassCheK x-ray to remove glass, stone, metal and high-density plastic contaminants. |
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| Resources |
_thumb.jpg) Advanced Machine & Engineering updates website
Website covers spindle interface and related machine tool components, metalcutting sawing systems, hydraulic/pneumatic rod locks, safety catchers for presses and other machinery/equipment/vehicle operation.
FIPA publishes gripper catalog
Catalog covers information and application examples for gripper assembling, gripper components and gripper elements. |
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| White Papers |
_thumb.jpg) Winding technology fits directly in the drive
By Alexander Schaedlich and William Gilbert, Siemens
"Winder" application is designed into the current generation of Sinamics S120 drives.
Energy Engineering and Management White Paper
By Jeff Soplop, Rockwell Automation
Algorithmic approach to energy management uses real-time data collection and predictive modeling capabilities to enhance decision making, reduce consumption and increase efficiency
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| New Products |
_thumb.jpg) TURCK adds WeldGuard to position sensors
BIM-UNR, BIM-UNT and Q-pak sensors are now equipped with WeldGuard protection, making them impervious to weld slag and spatter often present in MIG and TIG welding environments. |
_thumb.jpg) Pepperl+Fuchs introduces CorrTran AQUA Corrosion Monitoring system
CorrTran AQUA continuously monitors water and wastewater processes for general and localized corrosion, enabling users to determine the effectiveness of their corrosion inhibitors. |
_thumb.jpg) ABB announces Endura AZ20 combustion gas analyzers
Endura AZ20 combustion gas analyzers are suitable for industrial and utility boiler applications. |
_thumb.jpg) KNF announces diaphragm pumps with brushless DC motors
BLDC motors in KNF pumps handle the high stresses associated with the reciprocating forces of a positive displacement pump. |
_thumb.jpg) Carlo Gavazzi announces IAxxF proximity sensors
IAxxF stainless steel proximity sensors can withstand abrasions and impacts that would damage plastic faced sensors. |
_thumb.jpg) Sierra introduces Smart-Trak 50 Flow Controller
The Smart-Trak 50 delivers accuracy of ± 1.5% FS, repeatability of ± 0.25% FS, 300 millisecond response time and 0-50 slpm (nlpm) range in one compact footprint. |
_thumb.jpg) RF Monolithics releases XDM2510H WirelessHART RF Module
The XDM2510H module provides a UART serial port for connection to sensors and an RF connector for antenna connection. |
_thumb.jpg) SIS-TECH announces AOPS Automated Overfill Protection System
AOPS incorporates a Logic Solver that receives signals from switches or transmitters, determines if an abnormal process condition is present, and provides outputs to close valves, shut down pumps, or open diversion valves. |
Invensys updates Wonderware Information Server
Version 4.0 has support for ArchestrA graphics, enhanced operating system support, and improved web-based graphics built on Microsoft Silverlight technology. |
Yokogawa enhances STARDOM Control System
STARDOM has a FOUNDATION fieldbus engineering tool that facilitates the construction of field digital communications networks. |
_thumb.jpg) Emerson introduces Fisher V150E Vee-Ball valve
The V150E is designed for installation directly to a medium consistency pump discharge flange, and the expanded outlet will accommodate larger diameter transfer lines. |
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| Company & Organization News |
ABB to purchase K-TEK
ABB will acquire K-TEK, which will join the Measurement Products business unit within ABB’s Process Automation division.
AVEVA acquires ADB Systemer
The ADB Oil & Gas business consists of a team of experienced industry professionals that have been providing plant operators with comprehensive Integrity Management solutions for more than 20 years.
Motoman and Yaskawa to merge
Motoman and Yaskawa Electric America will combine to form Yaskawa America.
ARC Report says Live Video Maximizes Operator Performance
ARC says that adding video to HMI operator stations in automation and process control can play an important role in improving a company’s ergonometrics, while also enhancing safety, security, and regulatory compliance.
Advantech opens office in Indonesia
The new office is located in South Jakarta. |
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| Project News |
Honeywell to improve safety of Ethylene Plant in Norway
The scope of work includes the immediate installation of four Safety Manager systems and three redundant C300 controllers at the plant, located in Rafnes, Norway.
ABB to build smart grid in Helsinki
ABB will design and install a large-scale smart grid in the new Kalasatama district of Helsinki.
Open Systems International to supply SCADA to Manitoba Hydro
OSI will supply a natural gas SCADA and Pipeline Management System to manage more than 8,000 kilometers of pipelines within the province of Manitoba.
Honeywell MES to improve production for Plastic Films Maker
AET will use Honeywell’s OptiVision Business Logic software to control production costs by better forecasting its raw material usage, improving its planning and scheduling processes and managing production execution and quality.
eSight Energy to supply energy management software to Winstanley
eSight's energy suite will be used to manage and reduce energy usage across Winstanley's portfolio of buildings.
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| Featured ISA Books |
Calibration: A Technician's Guide
By Mike Cable
This comprehensive review of calibration provides an excellent foundation for understanding principles and applications of the most frequently performed tasks of a technician. Topics addressed include terminology, bench vs. field calibration, loop vs. individual instrument calibration, instrument classification systems, documentation, and specific calibration techniques for temperature, pressure, level, flow, final control, and analytical instrumentation.
Essentials of Modern Measurements and Final Elements in the Process Industry: A Guide to Design, Configuration, Installation, and Maintenance
By Gregory K. McMillan
This comprehensive resource aims to increase awareness of the opportunities afforded by modern measurement instruments and final elements, and to show how to get maximum benefit from the revolution in smart technologies. It builds an understanding of the fundamental aspects of measurements, measurement instruments, and final elements for applications in the process industry. The terminology and ideas presented provide a firm foundation for subsequent chapters that focus on what is needed for lowest life-cycle cost and best automation system performance.
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| Events, Seminars & Training |
New Automation Concepts with OPC UA
June 30, 2010
2:00pm Eastern Time (US & Canada), Bogota, Lima Time Zone
This webinar will provide details on the new functionality of OPC UA, including platform independence, security and robustness. This presentation targets developers, product managers, project managers, and anyone else interested in OPC UA.
ISA’s July 2010 Training Schedule
Classroom Training
- Control Systems Engineering (CSE) PE Exam Review Course (EN00)
7-9 July 2010 – University of Houston, Houston, TX USA
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- Tuning Control Loops (TC05)
12-14 July 2010 – Pickwick Gardens Conference Center By Sodexho, Burbank, CA USA
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- Certified Control Systems Technician® (CCST®) Level I Review Course (TS00)
13-15 July 2010 – Southern Polytechnic State University, Marietta, GA USA
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- Troubleshooting Instrumentation and Control Systems (TC10)
15-16 July 2010 – Pickwick Gardens Conference Center By Sodexho, Burbank, CA USA
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- Introduction to Industrial Automation and Control (FG07)
19-23 July 2010 – ISA Headquarters, Research Triangle Park, NC USA
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- Tuning Control Loops (TC05)
26-28 July 2010 – County College of Morris at Headquarters Plaza, Morristown, NJ USA
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- Certified Industrial Maintenance Mechanic® (CIMM®) Review Course (TM00)
27-29 July 2010 – ISA Headquarters, Research Triangle Park, NC USA
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- Troubleshooting Instrumentation and Control Systems (TC10)
29-30 July 2010 – County College of Morris at Headquarters Plaza, Morristown, NJ USA
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Online, Instructor-Assisted Training
- Introduction to Industrial Pressure, Level, and Density Measurement Technologies (EI05E)
12 July – 27 August (Summer Semester)
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Web Seminars (Live)
- CSE PE Exam Review, Part 1: Standards and References (EN00W1)
(Part of the CSE Licensure Series)
14 July - 2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
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- CSE PE Exam Review, Part 2: Measurement - I (EN00W2)
(Part of the CSE Licensure Series)
28 July - 2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
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Other Upcoming Events & Training:
- Honeywell Users Group (HUG) Americas Symposium - June 13-17, 2010
- Critical Infrastructure Security Summit - June 21-23, 2010
- PROFIBUS One-day Training Class - Chicago - July 8, 2010
- ARC's Eighth India Forum - July 14-17, 2010
- ARC's Twelfth Annual Forum in Asia -
July 23, 2010
- 2nd Annual Chem/Petrochem & Refineries Shutdowns & Turnarounds - August 3-4, 2010
- Emerson Global Users Exchange 2010 - September 27 - October 1, 2010
- ISA Automation Week -
October 4-6, 2010
- Remote 2010 Conference & Expo - October 18-20, 2010
- GridWeek - October 18-21, 2010
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