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October 2010 |
| Sponsor: Grace Engineered Products |
An Ethernet Switch Built for Saving Panel Space
The GracePort® E5 takes the 30-minute task of diagnostics and turns it into a 30-second one. The E5 saves panel space because it is designed to fit into a GracePort®, and not on the already crowded DIN Rail.
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| Sponsor: Pentair |
Get more out of your enclosure by getting more into it.
Hoffman brand FUSION G7™ is the global enclosure platform that offers scalable, multi-surface component mounting via a versatile internal grid system. FUSION G7 maximizes configuration flexibility while maintaining global IP66 and UL/CSA Type 4/12 ratings. The scalable enclosure solution includes standard back panel and gland plate for easy cable entry configuration.
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| Sponsor: ASI |
Buy the ASI Block, The Marking Tags are on us!
Save up to 60% with free blank ASI markers when added to the already low-cost of our high quality terminal blocks. We have drop in replacement terminal blocks to major competitors that are higher in quality and lower in price. We also offer great deals including leasing on the best plotter and thermo print printer systems on the market.
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| Featured Articles |
Rugged Enclosures Protect Electronics in Increasingly Automated Utilities
Utility Products, September 2010
By Erik Felt
As smart grid components are deployed, more electronics are added to the mix. These critical components are sensitive to climate change, moisture, dust, dirt and other elements and must be housed in enclosures designed for their specific environments.
Ensuring industrial electrical safety
Plant Services, September 2010
By Michael Sa, OSHA Training Center
Raise the level of electrical hazard awareness: Every employee should know these elements of electrical safety.
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| Product Sponsor: Noren Products |
 Noren's Heat Exchangers
Noren's heat exchangers remove heat from sealed electronic enclosures and panels without exposing the internal components to the harsh environment outside. |
Soapbox: Fight against counterfeit electrical products
Control Engineering, August 2010
By Tom Grace, Eaton
The counterfeiting of electrical products, which have the potential to affect our health and safety, should be of concern to everyone. Do you know the 6 tips to avoid counterfeit electrical products?
Environment Could Affect Choice of Terminal Blocks or Their Enclosures
Control Design, July 2010
By Mike Bacidore
Protect your terminal blocks: potential corrosion and vibration impact which choice is best.
Power conditioning
InTech, June 2010
By Michael A. Stout
This article keeps the scope limited to power conditioning products under 10kVA, however much of the discussion is applicable to larger capacity products as well. |
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| Sponsor: ISA |
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!
More information.
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| White Papers |
Thru-Panel Voltage Detection Fits NFPA 70E and CSA Z462
By Philip Allen, Grace Engineered Products
Is a thru-panel voltage detector a safety device or just another electrical gizmo? The answer is both.
Understanding The Concepts Behind Short Circuit Current Ratings (SCCR)
By Yaskawa
The adoption of NEC 2005 Article 409, which required proper SCCR markings on the panels, prevents accidental improper installation of the panels, limits the possibility of fires or other safety hazards, and allows for easy inspections to be performed. So what is UL508A 2001 Supplement SB and what is the process for using it? What is the Difference Between UL508A and UL508C?
What Makes MV Indicators Suitable for Electrical Safety?
By Grace Engineered Products
Medium voltage indicators (2K-43KVolts) offer positive benefits because they keep workers away from voltage and provide an answer to the 'Is there voltage?' question.
How to Select the Ideal Enclosure Gasket
By Hoffman
While gaskets are primarily used to exclude the external environment from entering an enclosure—such as dust, dirt, water, EMI and RFI—they can also be used to contain noise or other forms of interference generated from internal components.
Apply Solar Shielding to Enclosures
By Hoffman
The temperature rise inside an enclosure above outdoor ambient is caused by internal
equipment heat dissipation and solar energy absorption. This paper shows the beneficial temperature effects shielding the direct and reflective radiation from the sun.
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| Resources & Literature |
Pentair updates McLean Online Parts Store
Web store carries fan assemblies and custom cooling enclosures for electronics.
ASI publishes Connectivity Products Brochure
Brochure covers cordsets and extension cords, M8 and M12 connectors, distribution boxes, industrial automation sensors, and solenoid valve connectors and cables.
Allied publishes 2011 Catalog
The 2011 Catalog showcases more than 120,000 products from over 300 suppliers.
Industrial Controls publishes controls catalog
The 1,200 page full color catalog covers HVAC Controls, Actuators, Pressure Gauges, Humidity Sensors, Temperature Assemblies, Analytical Instruments, Combustion Controls, and Automation Systems.
TURCK publishes powerfast Connectivity Catalog
Catalog covers TURCK’s complete line of powerfast products, including cordsets, connectors, tees, splitters and receptacles rated for up to 30 Amps and 600 Volts.
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| Application Stories |
To Hell and Back
Control, September 2010
By Jon DiPietro
The control room at Goulburn Valley Water in Australia was completely incinerated, destroying the electrical switchgear, plant HMI, laboratory, instrumentation and chemical dosing systems. They rebuilt it in five days.
ITT connectors help power geothermal well
Connectors supply electrical power to the electric submersible pump in the 4,400 ft. deep well, which delivers hot water from the underground formation to the resort.
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| Featured Training |
Web Seminar: Noise Reduction in Signal and Power Circuits
November 3, 2010
2:00 PM - (GMT -5:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada), Bogota, Lima Time Zone
Participants will learn about noise sources, methods to reduce signal noise, power noise sources (including harmonics), and techniques used both to reduce power line noise and maintain power quality.
Hazardous (Classified) Location Instrumentation Seminar
November 10, 2010
Location: Houston, TX, USA
This training seminar will provide a brief overview of the generally accepted protection techniques used within industry. It will also cover some of the basic definitions of a hazardous (classified) location including Class/ Division, Zones, flash point, certifications and NEC/ IEC references.
The Fundamentals of Intrinsic Safety (EX) Seminar
November 11, 2010
Location: Houston, TX, USA
The use of Intrinsic Safety (EX) can offer significant savings, reliability and flexibility when compared to other hazardous area protection methods. In this training seminar, Pepperl+Fuchs will provide an in-depth overview of the theory behind Intrinsic Safety (EX) protection and its application within the process industry.
Molex offers eLearning Online Educational courses
Online courses range from “Basic Connector Engineering” to “RF Connectors and Technology.”
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| Company & Organizational News |
Weidmuller Terminal Blocks Pass Insulation Tests
Testing for solar photovoltaic (PV) applications ensures that Weidmuller terminals can withstand a continuous voltage of 1000 VDC under all climatic conditions.
Northwire names Mark Johnson vice president of operations
Most recently, he was Lean Sigma Champion, Global Operations for an electronic manufacturing services company.
Moore Industries Enclosure Certified Explosion-Proof by cCSAus
CSA International has certified Moore Industries’ BH Field-Mount Instrumentation Enclosures Explosion-Proof.
Rockwell's Emergency-Stop Push Buttons Earn TÜV Safety Certification
Rockwell Automation earned TÜV certification for the B10d Functional Safety rating on all styles of Allen-Bradley emergency-stop push buttons.
Underwriters Laboratories Authorizes Class CF Fuse and Fuse Holder
The new Class CF is the first class with Peak Current Let-Through Curves in the standard. These curves cover the range of currents from 25kA to 300kA, and allow users to pick any available current they want.
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| Project News |
ABB to supply gearless mill drive to Minera Escondida
ABB will supply an entire 15.7 megawatt GMD system for a 26 ft ball mill, including transformers, ring motor and a complete electrical room.
HPI to revamp turbine control panels at Kinder Morgan
The project requires the relocation of control panels and rewiring of entire skids for two Pratt & Whitney GG3s at the compressor stations.
ABB to control three solar power plants in Italy
ABB will supply transformers, medium- and low-voltage switchgear, protection devices and control systems for three photovoltaic (PV) solar power plants in western Sicily.
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| Featured Events |
Automation Fair
November 3, 2010 - November 4, 2010
Location: Orlando, FL, United States
Discover smart, safe, sustainable manufacturing at Automation Fair® 2010. Attend in-depth tech sessions and hands-on labs. Visit more than 100 exhibits and displays. Learn best practices at specialized industry forums. As always, there’s no charge to attend Automation Fair – it’s all free.
Autotek Indonesia 2010
November 4, 2010 - November 6, 2010
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
AUTOTEK INDONESIA 2010 is the only specialized Industrial Automation event that brings together an international congregation of automation companies gathered in the capital city of Jakarta to showcase the latest developments in Industrial Automation technologies.
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