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May 2010 |
Sponsor: Contemporary Controls |
Contemporary Controls has partnered with Tridium Inc
Contemporary Controls has partnered with Tridium Inc. on their Sedona Framework technology which is designed to make it easy to build smart, networked, embedded devices. Contemporary Controls acts as both a device manufacturer and software developer, producing Sedona-based products to be used by system integrators and end users.
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ISA Training: 3-for-2
To help you and your colleagues get the training you need during these difficult economic times, ISA is offering three registrations to any classroom training course for the price of two registrations: 3-for-2!
As an added bonus, you can still take advantage of ISA’s regular group pricing on the second registration. That’s an additional $100 savings on your total registration!
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| Featured Articles |
An Example of a Sustainable Light Commercial Building
Automation.com, May 2010
By Bill Lydon
Environmental Systems Inc. (ESI), a system integrator located in Brookfield, Wisconsin, needed more space and made the decision to be in a sustainable building, utilizing the technologies they apply in a wide range of buildings.
Installation of Wireless Systems, Integration With Existing Controls Can Be Cost Effective
Building Operating Management, April 2010
Because wireless, batteryless devices do not require new cabling, the peel-and-stick devices usually require little more than integration with existing controls.
BAS-IT Convergence
Automated Buildings, April 2010
By Greg Turner, Honeywell Building Solutions
BAS-IT convergence is an everyday reality. New Web-based technologies are driving open standards (e.g., XML) that improve ease-of-use by delivering information to those who need it, when they need it, and how they want it, whether it’s a desktop computer or (highly evolved) mobile device.
FDD Going Mainstream? Whose Fault Is It?
Automated Buildings, April 2010
By Jim Sinopoli, Smart Buildings
Software tools based on fault detection and diagnostics (FDD) have taken information and system intelligence to a new level. But FDD needs data from the BAS systems. If there are not enough sensors, if the sensors are inaccurate, or if the building has a legacy control system, there can be issues with obtaining the data required.
Time For Action: When Windows Can't Protect You
Automation.com, May 2010
By Torsten Rössel, Innominate Security Technologies
The clock is ticking. In a few months, untold numbers of Windows 2000 systems will no longer have access to Extended Support and Security Updates, when these end in July 2010. Nor may there be adequate time for analysis and evaluation of alternatives, decision making, planning, preparation and implementation of a new operating system.
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| Application Stories |
Six ways outsourced maintenance saves
By Ron Hoffman, MAG Maintenance Technologies
Manufacturers of all sizes can benefit from outsourced maintenance. There are six primary areas where a maintenance partner can optimize the capital investment and provide cost savings through lower total cost of ownership and increased return on investment.
Focus on Critical Assets Pays Off
Chemical Processing, February 2010
By Joel Holmes, Monsanto
Since an Emerson AMS asset optimization program was initiated more than two years ago at the Monsanto herbicides plant in Muscatine, Iowa, it's prevented several potentially expensive process interruptions, saving the company tens of thousands of dollars.
Steam turbine vibrations
Energy Tech, March 2010
By Patrick J. Smith
The causes of rotating machinery vibration problems are not always obvious. The effects of pipe strain and lubrication issues for example, can be difficult to identify. This article describes an example of one of these cases.
Leak Detective Sleuths Out Trouble
Machinery and Equipment MRO, February 2010
By Bruce Gorelick And Alan Bandes
How an ultrasound inspection saved hundreds of thousands of dollars by finding vacuum leaks hidden underneath thick pipe insulation.
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| Resources & Literature |
BAS Application Guide
By Contemporary Controls
Guide contains descriptions, diagrams and schematics of various building automation applications using BACnet, Modbus, and Sedona Framework SOX with the BAS Remote Master web appliance.
Endress+Hauser announces Applicator Tool for flow sizing
The Applicator tool helps instrument and control engineers select the appropriate flow instrumentation for various process conditions and for specific wastewater, potable water and cement applications.
Gauge Audit Program identifies malfunctioning and misapplied gauges
The Winters Gauge Audit Program will increase gauge monitoring performance, help the customer save on repairs and replacements costs, and consolidate gauge inventory.
ISA publishes Online ISA Directory of Automation
This valuable resource—the top purchasing guide in the automation field—is available to ISA’s members from a link on the ISA homepage.
Onset publishes guide on using data loggers
The guide details how portable data loggers can be applied in building monitoring applications, such as HVAC/R systems monitoring, commissioning, Measurement & Verification, and load profiling.
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| Featured Training |
ODVA EtherNet/IP Introductory Seminar
May 17, 2010
Location: Kolding, Denmark
Free introductory seminar on EtherNet/IP, the industrial Ethernet network managed by ODVA.
ODVA EtherNet/IP Introductory Seminar
May 19, 2010
Location: Copenhagen, Denmark
Free introductory seminar on EtherNet/IP, the industrial Ethernet network managed by ODVA
Introduction to Boiler Control Systems
June 10, 2010
Location: Las Vegas, NV, USA
This seminar will give process control system engineers, managers, project engineers, operators, and technicians in boiler houses and power plants, a basic understanding of boiler operation and control.
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| Company & Organizational News |
SoftDEL BACnet Testing Laboratory achieves ISO accreditation
SoftDEL Systems has successfully completed the ISO ISO17025:2005 process, including an assessment of the laboratory’s compliance with the A2LA Information Technology Program Requirements.
Siemens signs pay-for-performance deal with BAE systems
Under the deal, BAE Systems only pays for actual energy savings realized from energy efficiency improvements.
ARC says prices are coming down on automation products
One element contributing to the price erosion is that controllers are rapidly becoming an automation commodity in some sectors.
Cautious optimism prevails in building automation market
The building automation market took a serious hit in 2009 but modest growth is expected in 2010-2011.
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| Project News |
Schneider Electric to save energy at University of Sheffield
Schneider Electric will supply mechanical services, lighting services, and control systems for energy savings of 15-20% and to cut CO2 emissions across the entire campus.
EDSA to control UC San Diego's Microgrid
EDSA and Viridity Energy will combine their software solutions to provide power system optimization for the UC San Diego microgrid.
ABB to automate water transmission system in Abu Dhabi
Products to be supplied include pumps, energy-efficient drives and motors, and the System 800xA control platform.
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| Featured Events |
ConnectivityWeek
May 24, 2010 - May 27, 2010
Location: Santa Clara, CA, United States
ConnectivityWeek 2010 blends Information Communication Technology (ICT) with an array of vertical applications, technical discussions and application strategies into a cohesive understanding of how smart, connected devices and systems will shape our future, spanning all the major industries and energy consumption areas of commercial, residential, industrial and infrastructure.
Siemens Industry 2010 User Conference
June 8, 2010 - June 10, 2010
Location: Charlotte, NC, USA
Be a part of the 2010 Siemens User Conference. An Automation User Community event where Siemens users, partners, industry thought-leaders, and professionals come together to discuss challenges and strategies.
Automation Treasure
June 11, 2010
Location: Las Vegas, NV, USA
Exhibition, technical training and career fair for those involved with the design, application, installation, operation, and maintenance of state-of-the-art process automation, instrumentation and control technologies.
Honeywell Users Group (HUG) Americas Symposium
June 13, 2010 - June 17, 2010
Location: Phoenix, AZ
HUG symposium features hands-on demonstrations of the latest technology, one-to-one interaction with products experts, and group discussions with other Honeywell users.
ISA Automation Week
October 4, 2010 - October 6, 2010
Location: Houston, TX, USA
ISA Automation Week 2010 will feature intensive educational and applications-based technical conference sessions delivered by subject matter experts. Discrete and process automation professionals will have a chance to learn innovative techniques and solutions for creating more efficient, productive, and economical manufacturing processes.
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