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Understanding ISA-84
By William Johnson, Richard R. Dunn, Victor J. Maggioli for InTech
This overview outlines key elements of the ISA84 committee on process sector functional safety, including scope, purpose, history, and technical issues. It also provides a preview of the forthcoming 2nd edition of ANSI/ISA-84.00.01 (IEC 61511 Mod).

Converting from Single to Multi Product Production Lines
By Bill Lydon for Automation.com
Participants of the Pharmaceutical Automation Roundtable discussed the conversion of production lines from single product to multiproduct, which ultimately creates flexible manufacturing pharmaceutical plants. This is part 5 of a 6 part article series.

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DataNab automates HVAC in Canada
The solution at Castel Des Flots Bleus features multiple DataNab devices to support building systems across 110 zones, including four heat pumps, three air handlers, and dozens of circulator pumps.

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Alarm Management: A Comprehensive Guide, 2nd Edition - $89.00
In this second edition, various problems of alarm systems are covered with precise guidance on how they come about and how to effectively correct them. It is written by individuals with vast experience in the different plants, processes, and environments requiring effective alarm management.

ABB publishes flow measurement brochure
The brochure covers the benefits of each flowmeter type, covering typical applications in process, oil and gas, power, hygienic, and water industries.

Assured Automation publishes Automated Valves eBook
"Automated Valves: Optimization of Process Control and Profits to mechanical engineers" is a compilation of educational articles written by Günter Öxler.

NEMA Publishes Circuit Breaker Test Procedures
The first new edition in twenty four years, ANSI/NEMA C37.50 covers the test procedures for enclosed low-voltage ac power circuit breakers.

Zero-Max adds Google and Firefox Access for 3D CAD Downloads
Users of Firefox and Google Chrome web browsers now have access to Zero-Max 3D CAD downloads for each of its motion control products.

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Schneider Electric announces Lexium 23 Plus Servo Drives
Lexium 23 Plus servo system is for customers who are looking to retrofit existing servo systems or for new machine designs where there is the need to minimize investment in application development.

Siemens introduces gas chromatograph workstation software
Compatible with existing Maxum GCs in the field (4.0 or later), the Gas Chromatograph Portal workstation software integrates and refines System Manager and EZChrom into a single software package.

Novotechnik introduces TP1 Series Magnetostrictive Position Sensors
These sensors meet all specifications without the need for time-consuming set-point adjustments for null and span.

Emerson releases stainless steel Micro Motion Coriolis transmitter
The housing material is suitable for hazardous areas and provides increased durability for extreme environments such as offshore applications.

MatrikonOPC Enhances Allen Bradley OPC Server
Enhancements include a comprehensive connectivity package for all Allen-Bradley PLCs in one OPC Server and an optimized workflow.

Rockwell Automation updates Pavilion8 modeling Software
Enhancements in Version 4.0 give users the ability to create simple to complex process models on their own.

Dwyer announces Series 765 Process Gage
The Series 765 Process Gage utilizes a dampening-compound filled cap installed on the pointer shaft in the gage internals.

Omega Introduces PHETX-600/ORETX-600 pH and ORP Probes
pH and ORP differential probes stay in service and provide accurate measurements under conditions that often render conventional pH probes inoperable.

DFI Introduces two microATX Embedded Boards
MB330-CRM and MB331-DR microATX form factor boards support the 3rd generation Intel Core processor family.

AMS announces AS5132 sensor for angular measurement at very high rotation speeds
The AS5132 is a system-on-chip, combining integrated Hall elements, an analog front end and digital signal processing in a single device.

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Sercos announces Safe Motion Profile for CIP Safety
The Safe Motion Profile guarantees that the safety-related functions of the peripheral devices are available across the entire Sercos network in a uniform and manufacturer-independent manner.

Honeywell expands partnership with SKF
SKF expanded its partnership with Honeywell as part of the Honeywell PKS Advantage Program.

Kepware Technologies signs Southeast Asia Distributor
Kepware Technologies signed Allied Solutions in Singapore as a distributor throughout Southeast Asia.

CSIA Certifies Systems Integrators
ADM Systems Engineering, Industrial Automation Group, DMC and Sunapsys became CSIA Certified.

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• HARTING signs Digi-Key as distributor
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• HART Communication Foundation Expands in China
• Andrew Withers appointed Technical Director for Rotork Controls
• Epicor to to Acquire COGITA in New Zealand

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ABB to control natural gas compressor station in Turkey
ABB will supply automation and safety systems, electrical equipment and related services for the Erzincan Gas Compressor Station located in eastern Turkey.

Honeywell to supply UniSim Design Suite to Linde
Linde uses UniSim Design for the process engineering of olefin, hydrogen and synthesis gas plants, for which it models the complete processes in a single simulation.

SUBNET Provides Substation Automation for EPRI Project
SUBNET provided substation automation solutions for the Electric Power Research Institute's Secure Remote Access project, to help create a more intelligent and secure grid.

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CSE PE Exam Review Part 2: Measurement I and Signals
When: Wednesday, 27 June 2012, 2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m. EDT
Course No.: EN00W1
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• Advanced Design and SIL Verification (Columbia, IL): 06-20-12
• Digital Transmitters & Valve Controllers (RTP, NC): 06-25-12
• Boiler Control Systems Engineering (Columbia, IL): 07-09-12
• CSE PE Exam Review Course (Houston, TX): 07-10-12
• Burner Management Systems Eng. (Columbia, IL): 07-12-12
• Industrial Data Communications Systems (RTP, NC): 07-16-12
• Tuning Control Loops (North Brunswick, NJ): 07-16-12
• Safety Instrumented Systems (North Brunswick, NJ): 07-16-12
• Designing Model Based Control Strategy (RTP, NC): 07-17-12
• Troubleshooting I&C Systems (North Brunswick, NJ): 07-19-12

2012 North America Invensys Foxboro User Group
August 13, 2012 - August 17, 2012
Location: Boston, MA, United States
Gain Technical Knowledge & Share Real-World Experience. An interactive event designed by Foxboro I/A Series users for users, focused on modernization & lifecycle planning. What to expect: technical & industry workshops, user applications & best practices, hands-on demos, accredited training, plus latest roadmaps and products.

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• ARC's Third China Forum (Beijing, China): 06-20-12
• Siemens Automation Summit (Washington, DC): 06-25-12
• ARC's Tenth India Forum (Hyderabad, India): 07-05-12
• Chem/Petro & Refinery Shutdowns (New Orleans, LA):07-31-12
• NIWeek 2012 (Austin, TX): 08-06-12
• N.A. Invensys Foxboro User Group (Boston, MA): 08-13-12
• Optimising Condition Monitoring (Brisbane, Australia):08-20-12
• Automation 2012 (Mumbai, India): 09-07-12
• Industrial Automation North America (Chicago, IL): 09-10-12
• IMTS (Chicago, IL): 09-10-12
• Remote Monitoring and Control 2012 (Denver, CO): 09-17-12
• Emerson Global Users Exchange 2012 (Anaheim, CA):10-08-12
• Pack Expo 2012 (Chicago, IL): 10-28-12
• Rockwell Automation PSUG (Philadelphia, PA): 11-05-12
• Rockwell Automation Safety Automation Forum (Philadelphia, PA): 11-06-12
• Rockwell Automation Fair 2012 (Philadelphia, PA): 11-07-12

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• TÜV Rheinland Safety Training (Rolling Meadows, IL): 06-18-12
• NERC CIP Compliance Training (Minneapolis, MN): 07-12-12
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