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| December 15, 2010 |
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Stuxnet: Cybersecurity Trojan horse
By Joe Weiss for InTech
Much has been written about Stuxnet from many different sources and perspectives. However, there are still many misconceptions and lessons to be learned. The purpose of this article is to provide observations and recommendations for industrial control system (ICS) cybersecurity practitioners and standards organizations to consider.
A Roadmap for a Safe and Productive Plant
By Nuris Ismail & Matthew Littlefield for Automation.com
Safety has always been a critical measure of success for industrial organizations. Aberdeen Group surveyed more than 230 manufacturing executives to understand how the industry leaders are able to improve productivity without compromising plant safety. This article will highlight the roles business processes and technology play in improving safety and productivity in industrial plants.
Rockwell Automation Fair 2010 - Smart, Safe & Sustainable Manufacturing
By Bill Lydon for Automation.com
Highlights from Automation Fair 2010 include an overview of Rockwell Automation's process control initiatives, their vision of a standard, unmodified Ethernet infrastructure, and the release of the Micro800 PLC product line, designed specifically for machine builders.
Integrated asset management
Stuart Harris interview by Bill Lydon for InTech
Bill Lydon discusses asset management with Stuart Harris, vice president and general manager of Emerson Process Management’s Asset Optimization business. Harris believes many plants that have Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and asset management systems today can better use them to improve plant results.
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ABB supplies five-piece stator in Chile
ABB supplied a 13,050 kW (17,500 HP) gearless drive motor including pre-assembled containerized electrical house containing cycloconverter, exciter rectifier, and low voltage MCC. |
| Resources |
 Safety Instrumented Systems Verification
This book clearly explains how to do probabilistic calculations to accomplish SIL verification for safety systems. Starting with a description of the safety life cycle, the authors show where and how SIL verification fits into the key activities from conceptual design through commissioning.
_thumb.jpg) Exlar publishes 2011 Motion Control catalog
The catalog covers linear and motion control products, including linear actuators, rotary motors and gearmotors, as well as products rated for use in hazardous locations.
ODVA publishes new specifications for CIP Networks
Specifications update EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, CompoNet and ControlNet, and the CIP Safety extension to the EtherNet/IP and DeviceNet networks.
EtherCAT Technology Group Announces Safety Development Package
A package to develop new Safety over EtherCAT solutions is now available for automation system vendors.
_thumb.jpg) UEI publishes I/O board catalog
The catalog covers analog digital I/O, counter timers, ICP/IEPE interfaces, ARINC-429 and MIL-1553 avionics, serial and CAN-bus ports, and others.
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_thumb.jpg) Software Toolbox releases V. 3.2.2 of FactoryWidgets Software
Enhancements include a new Readerboard widget and expanding the supported platforms for desktop usage of FactoryWidgets. |
 Avalue Releases FPC-08W05 TFT Touch Panel PC
FPC-08W05 is powered by an Intel Atom Dual-core processor and has a 8.9-inch wide panel, supporting 1024x600 Resolution. |
_thumb.jpg) Belden announces PoE/PoE Plus Ethernet switch
The module has eight Fast Ethernet ports (10/100 BASE-TX), and provides each attached terminal with either 15.4 W (PoE) or 30 W (PoE Plus). |
_thumb.jpg) Tridium announces JACE-NXT intelligent building controller
JACE-NXT is a Windows-based, fully configurable, high performance controller configured with the full functions of the Niagara Framework. |
_thumb.jpg) Emerson adds A6630 temperature module to CSI 6500
A6630 temperature module for the CSI 6500 Machinery Health Monitor accepts direct temperature sensor inputs, reducing the installation cost and complexity of temperature monitoring. |
_thumb.jpg) PPT VISION introduces M-390 Smart Camera
With resolution 16 times better than VGA, IMPACT M-390 Smart Cameras provide ideal solutions for the inspections that require more precision. |
_thumb.jpg) Opto 22 introduces SNAP-SCM-SSI I/O module
SNAP-SCM-SSI I/O module provides two isolated serial synchronous inputs (SSI) for acquiring data from optical and mechanical encoders and linear and rotary transducers. |
_thumb.jpg) NI enhances LabWindows/CVI 2010
Enhancements include simplified field-programmable gate array (FPGA) communication and a Linux Run-Time Module. |
_thumb.jpg) WingTip Introduces PlantMESH wireless mesh network
PlantMESH provides three virtual access points, providing plants with three separate networks, all on the same wireless mesh. |
_thumb.jpg) ABB Robotics introduces IRB 2600 multipurpose robot
IRB 2600 features an optimized compact design, an ultra-wide working range and a payload capacity up to 20 kg. |
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Siemens opens distribution center in Southaven, Mississippi
Located just three miles from the Memphis International Airport, the distribution center is expected to create approximately 200 jobs.
GE to develop Building Automation Platform For Data Centers
GE and Ingersoll-Rand will develop an automation platform to meet the energy and operational efficiency needs of data centers.
ABB acquires Insert Key Solutions
IKS specializes in delivering software solutions for power generation plants and transmission and distribution networks.
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ABB to control steel mill in India
ABB will supply a System 800xA integrated with drives, motors, and other electrical equipment to maximize productivity and equipment reliability in the Rourkela Steel plant in India.
GE to control Vantage Data Centers
GE will supply PACSystems RX3i, reflective memory data synchronization and intelligent remote I/O hardware for Vantage Data Centers' 37 MW Santa Clara Data Center campus.
ABB to power drill ships in Korea
ABB will supply complete electrical systems for the drill ships, used for oil and gas exploration drilling.
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