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| July 2011 |
| Sponsor - Honeywell |
 Process Measurement and Control from Honeywell
Honeywell’s industry proven field instruments set the standard for performance and reliability, providing the safety, security and efficiency required by the most demanding applications. From analytical sensors and transmitters, to pressure and temperature transmitters, to flow and modular controllers, our fit-for-purpose solutions let you tackle any job with ease. |
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| Featured Articles |
Changing face of robotics
Control Engineering, June 2011
By Dr. Tom Lee
Mechatronics and symbolic model formulation techniques are driving innovation in the robotics field, from humanoid robots to autonomous cars, and beyond.
Reducing costs with an integrated automation system
InTech, June 2011
By Greg Dixson
Thanks to lower cost control systems and advances in software, I/O, and Ethernet infrastructure, control engineers can better use industrial automation for its core purpose—to increase production flexibility and reduce the cost of ownership in a manufacturing or process facility. |
| Product Sponsor: GarrettCom |
 Magnum™ 10KT Next-Gen Switch – Outstanding Reliability/1588 Timing
Highly reliable, 36-port Magnum™ 10KT Managed Switch –for industrial installations of the future—today. |
Automation Solution Selection Objectivity: The Reason for Hiring a Project Manager
Automation.com, June 2011
By Thomas R. Cutler
Given the capital expense involved in material handling projects is usually in the millions, working with an independent project management professional is vital. Learn the questions to ask before hiring a material handling automation consultant.
Industrial Intelligence: Winning in the New World of Manufacturing
Automation.com, May 2011
By Brian McDonald, Cisco Systems
In the new global business environment, manufacturers are facing some of the toughest operational and strategic challenges in recent memory. Any new investment must pay for itself either through operational savings or revenue growth.
Every Project Needs a Contingency Plan
Control Design, May 2011
By Jeremy Pollard
Contingent thinking: if we don't train ourselves in proper planning, contingency included, then we’ve learned little from the 100-year floods past.
Browse more articles on the Factory Automation portal. |
| Sponsor: Cognex |
 High Resolution Vision System from Cognex
Download the In-Sight brochure to learn how the 5 megapixel In-Sight 5605 vision system from Cognex can help you with your high accuracy defect detection, gauging and ID reading applications. |
| Product Announcements |
_thumb.jpg) Exele adds RSS Capability to TopView Alarm Software
RSS feeds of current alarms for OPC/SCADA, OSIsoft PI, SQL (OLEDB/ODBC) and PerfMon data sources can be viewed on desktop, mobile, tablet devices, and web pages.
_thumb.jpg) Cognex adds 3D to VisionPro software
VisionPro 3D delivers accurate, real-time, three-dimensional position information to automate challenging assembly verification, logistics, and robot applications.
_thumb.jpg) Red Lion Controls adds SQL Sync to Crimson 3.0 software
SQL Sync service allows customers to synchronize logged data from their G3 HMIs directly with Microsoft’s SQL Server, eliminating the need for third-party software or a custom script.
_thumb.jpg) Balluff introduces Q40 inductive proximity sensor
Q40 delivers sensing ranges up to 40mm with the ability to sense aluminium and steel at the same distance.
Advantech announces SCADA Client App for Apple iPhone and iPad
Available on the App Store, WebAccess Mobile can be used on any Apple device running IOS 3.2 or greater, meaning that operators can check the status of their equipment wherever they are.
Other Product Announcements
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| Resources |
Thomson introduces EngineersCALC app
Free app quickly converts units of measure, calculates the inertia of common shapes, determines material density and looks up common trigonometric or calculus functions.
Cool software tools for managing industrial energy use
ReliablePlant, April 2011
Industrial system assessment software tools from the DOE’s Industrial Technologies Program demonstrate that tools do have the power to shape the way we conduct our business. Using these powerful software tools to find ways to reduce your industrial energy use can be a good first step on the path to developing a long-term energy management plan.
Sandvik Coromant starts composite machining blog
Blog allows users to ask questions and get them answered by their peers and Sandvik Coromant’s own team of experts.
Winsted publishes console catalog
The catalog features Slat-Wall consoles, ready-to-ship M-View monitor walls and a section detailing the capabilities of Winsted's Custom Division.
Banner Engineering publishes 2011 Product Catalog
The 2011 catalog wraps Banner's sensor products together with lighting and indicators, machine vision, wireless and machine safety products.
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| Application Stories |
Crown Paints collects plant data to help boost productivity
Control Engineering Europe, May 2011
Crown Paints in the UK, a manufacturer of paints and wood stains, is making efficiency improvements through the installation of AssetManager, InfoServe365's touch screen, intuitive out-of-the-box production reporting system.
A move to AC drives negates the need for a separate PLC
Control Engineering Europe, May 2011
Meltech Engineering in the UK has eliminated the need for a separate PLC and reduced the need for maintenance of its semi-automatic cable manufacturing equipment by switching from DC to an intelligent AC drives solution.
Machine Vision ROI at Polaris Industries
Control Engineering, June 2011
By Steve Geraghty, Teledyne Dalsa
Vision system reduces scrap in high-mix welding environment and paid for itself in 2 weeks, according to return on investment calculations.
Logic PD brings the power of IT to the manufacturing floor
Automation.com, May 2011
By Jay Mellen, Savigent Software
Logic PD implemented a system to fully automate Logic tracking and control of its box-build processes. The new system empowers Logic PD to scale faster, bring products to market more rapidly, increase customer visibility, and improve overall manufacturing efficiencies.
Vision-Guided Robotics: Sophisticated software speeds automotive assembly
Vision System Design, May 2011
In the automotive industry, roller hemming is used to join independently stamped inner panels such as hoods, decks, and fender reinforcements to the outer panels that make up a car’s body. RecogniSense overcomes the problems of inaccurate part positioning and requires a single robot-mounted camera to perform 3-D part recognition and robot guidance.
Browse more application stories on the Factory Automation portal. |
| White Papers |
Industrial PCs: Addressing the Top Five Challenges on the Factory Floor
Automation.com, June 2011
By Phoenix Contact
PC-based control systems are becoming increasingly common on the factory floor, but selecting the wrong industrial PC can lead to downtime, or even worse, lost production. By understanding the issues, a user can select the best industrial PC to meet the needs of a specific application.
Reduce Time to Market
Automation.com, June 2011
By Eaton
Accelerate delivery time. Learn how next generation operator interface designs reduce development time, enable easy integration and accelerate time to market while enhancing quality and reliability.
Fast and Easy Package Inspection
By Teledyne DALSA
Many industries are using 2D matrix technology to track parts along the assembly process and throughout the product life cycle. In this white paper, learn how the BOA IDR allows manufacturers to combine tracking with other inspection tasks, such as character reading and verification, to ensure all product markings match and are readable when they leave the factory floor.
Expanding the Use of Smart Operator Panels
Automation.com, May 2011
By Advantech
One of the great benefits of smart operator panels is they can be used to provide HMI interfaces with many controllers. An operator panel can be connected to PLCs and other operator panels in a variety of useful ways, including remotely over Ethernet.
Machine Vision for Factory Automation
Many key tasks in the manufacture of products, including inspection, orientation, identification, and assembly, require the use of visual techniques. By replacing human inspection with machine vision, the net result is greater productivity and improved customer satisfaction through the consistent delivery of quality products. This paper helps users match machine vision options with application requirements.
Browse more white papers on the Factory Automation portal. |
| Company & Organizational News |
Endress+Hauser Opens Temperature Manufacturing Plant in U.S.
The 12,000 sq ft manufacturing plant will build temperature sensors, thermowells, transmitters, recorders, flow computers, safety barriers, displays and other instrumentation.
Manufacturing confidence in U.S. drops sharply
Only 40% believe the U.S. economy will improve in the next six months, down from 60% three months earlier. At the same time, 26% believe the U.S. economy will get worse, up from 3%.
Machine Vision Market Grew 34% in First Quarter 2011
AIA reported recorded robust sales across almost all major machine vision supplier markets, including cameras, lighting, optics, software, application-specific machine vision systems, and smart cameras.
Manufacturing technology consumption up 105.3% in 2011
April U.S. manufacturing technology consumption totaled $396.92 million, according to AMT.
Amtech Drives appoints Charles Geraldi President
Geraldi is a 27 year veteran of the high tech automation industry and holds a BEEE from Stevens Institute of Technology along with a MBA from Iona College.
Browse more company and organizational news on the Factory Automation portal. |
| Project News |
RMT to Supply Robotic Palletizing System to Bridgestone
RMT Robotics will supply an automated passenger tire palletizing system to Bridgestone in Europe.
KUKA to automate Canada’s largest solar panel plant
KUKA is installing three partially automated, robot-based, post-lamination framing lines for trimming, framing, testing and packout of photovoltaic panels.
MAG to automate Solar process
MAG will provide processing systems, installation services and global service and support for the CIGSolar cell manufacturing lines being developed by XsunX.
Siemens to supply controls to Louisiana Sugar Refining
Siemens will provide electrical and control technology to the largest North American sugar refinery, a joint venture set up with Sugar Growers and Refiners, Cargill and Imperial Sugar Company.
Zollner standardizes on Siemens' Tecnomatix digital manufacturing solution
Zollner’s decision to expand the use of Tecnomatix was based on intense tests over the last 15 months with completed planning projects that were successful. Browse more project news on the Factory Automation portal. |
| Featured Training |
Hands-On PLC Troubleshooting Seminar
July 19, 2011 - July 21, 2011
Location: Atlanta, GA, USA
Start with basics, move on to troubleshooting, then learn the foundations of good PLC programming while writing your first safe and reliable IEC-1131 compliant PLC program. 1.6 CEU
Applying Motor Controls and Drives (SP15)
July 19, 2011 - July 20, 2011
Location: Research Triangle Park, NC, USA
This course gives you a broad perspective of DC motors, AC motors (single and three-phase), and Variable Speed Drives (for AC Induction Motors and DC Motors).
Introduction to Industrial Automation and Control (FG07)
July 25, 2011 - July 29, 2011
Location: Research Triangle Park, NC, USA
This popular course combines lecture and hands-on labs to provide an overview of industrial measurement and control. Technicians, engineers, and managers are provided with a foundation for communication with other control system professionals. Serves as a solid fundamental course for introduction to other ISA courses.
Auditing Effectiveness of Maintenance & Reliability
July 25, 2011 - July 27, 2011
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Benchmark Against World Class Practices to Improve Your Maintenance & Reliability Audit Program
imX summit on U.S. manufacturing offers collaborative education
Sept. 12 to 14--Knowledge Bars and Industry Panels will offer manufacturing executives intimate learning and collaborative opportunities.
Browse more training and seminar opportunities on the Factory Automation portal. |
| Featured Events |
Pune Machine Tools Show 2011
August 25, 2011 - August 28, 2011
Location: Pune, INDIA
Pune Machine Tools Show 2011 is an exclusive showcase of engineering, machine tools, automation, & automotive technology. it has covered over 2,50,000 sq ft. exhibition area and also will have participant over more than 500 companies from all over India.
Interactive Manufacturing Experience
September 12, 2011 - September 14, 2011
Location: Las Vegas, NV
From some of the United States’ largest industrial technology innovators to the heads of small machine shops and providers of workholding, drilling and grinding tools, manufacturers from across the country will gather this fall at an unprecedented industry summit to chart a new course for the domestic manufacturing industry.
2011 Material Handling and Logistics Conference
September 18, 2011 - September 21, 2011
Location: Park City, UT, USA
The Conference offers over 60 sessions featuring interactive technical roundtables to deliver tactical results; keynote speakers to present their vision and wisdom to help set strategies; seasoned technology users to share priceless project lessons; and plenty of tutorials and workshops to expand your knowledge of emerging technologies and practices.
AUTOMATION 2011
September 20, 2011 - September 23, 2011
Location: Mumbai, India
Automation 2011 will highlight products trends, services and solutions in the field of Factory Automation, Process Automation & Control System, Field Instrumentation, Robotics, Drives & Various Bus Technology, Building Automation, Hydraulics & Pneumatics
ISA Automation Week 2011
October 17, 2011 - October 20, 2011
Location: Mobile, AL, USA
This world-class conference will cover seven technical tracks in depth and will be designed with information critical to several identified automation and control career paths. ISA Automation Week provides you with the opportunity to get the best unbiased knowledge available to help you in your jobs and your future.
Browse more industry events on the Factory Automation portal.
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