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August 2010 |
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Determinism in industrial ethernet: the EtherCAT protocol
What’s New in Process Technology, June 2010
By Glenn Johnson
This article describes how the EtherCAT protocol provides an isochronous real-time Ethernet master/slave network using standard ethernet frames.
DTMs open the landscape for plant maintenance
Control Engineering Europe, June 2010
By Michael Babb
While fieldbus is becoming the dominant architecture of process automation, its true value for instrument diagnostics and preventative maintenance can only be realised with powerful software tools like DTM.
FISCO is Fortified Intrinsic Safety
Control, June 2010
By Ian Verhappen
More power means more devices can be connected to a single H1 Port - especially now that FNICO is part of the FISCO standard.
FDT for Open Access
Control Engineering Asia, April 2010
By Glenn Schulz
Supported by all major DCS, PLC, and instrument/device manufacturers, the FDT standard delivers on the promise of open access to device intelligence.
FISCO and FNICO Are Interchangeable...for Now
Control Design, March 2010
By Mike Bacidore
FISCO, FNICO are like two clouds of flammable gases passing in the night.
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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!
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| Product Sponsor - ProComSol, Ltd |
 Turn your PC or PDA into a HART Communicator!
DevCom2000 software provides full DD access to HART instrumentation for configuration & monitoring. Reliable, cost-effective USB modems and convenient, wireless Bluetooth modems provide interface between HART instruments and configuration & monitoring software. |
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Advantech introduces APAX-5070 Modbus/TCP Remote I/O
This Modbus/TCP coupler module allows any PC, controller, or HMI device that supports the Modbus/TCP protocol to add remote I/O functionality. |
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HMS adds CAN 2.0A Gateway to ET200S
Typical applications include machines and automation systems where CAN or CANopen enabled devices are used in combination with Siemens PLCs. |
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NI announces Profibus, FF and DeviceNet interfaces
Interfaces connect LabVIEW, PACs, DCSes and embedded systems to Profibus, Foundation Fieldbus and DeviceNet industrial networks. |
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Honeywell enhances Experion PKS
Experion R400 now includes Profibus, an extended support life, flexible direct on-process migration paths, virtualization, and an integrated turbine control system. |
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Beckhoff Announces 16-Channel EtherCAT I/O Box
High density EtherCAT Box modules for mounting directly on machines significantly reduce I/O cabling effort and the price per channel. |
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| Resources & Literature |
EtherCAT Group adds CANopen to Drive Profile
The EtherCAT Slave Sample Code now includes the CANopen drive profile according to the ETG implementation guideline.
FDT releases frameINSPECTOR Test tool
frameINSPECTOR validates application behavior and conformity of software interfaces in respect to the FDT specification.
Cabling Guide for SERCOS III
Guide is intended to support engineers and electricians during the planning and installation phase of a SERCOS III network in order to guarantee a trouble-free operation of machines and systems.
HART Communication Foundation Releases EDDL / DDL Test Suite
The EDDL/DDL Host Test Suite includes Test Libraries, Specifications and adaptable Device Simulator to stimulate and verify proper host functionality and behavior for all HART protocol versions.
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.
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| Application Stories |
Commissioning like a pro
Control Engineering Europe, June 2010
By Mike Babb
Foundation fieldbus Instrumentation from Endress+Hauser was configured with DTMs to monitor gas burners at the ADA Carbon Solutions plant in Coushatta, Louisiana.
Upgrade at Pilsner brewery
Control Engineering Europe, June 2010
Czech beer Pilsner Urquell updated its existing SIEMENS S5 to an S7 system with wireless and Profinet communications, and eliminated 14 PLCs in the process.
WirelessHART Keeps Equipment Connected to the DCS
Control Design, May 2010
By Scott Broadley, Broadley-James
When a skid is portable and routinely moved within the plant, even a few pluggable connections to the DCS can become a maintenance issue. WirelessHART field devices solves this since the connection to the DCS is independent of its physical location.
WirelessHART Network monitors Mining Operation’s Movable Leach Fields
The system uses 44 Endress+Hauser Promag 53P flowmeters and Cerabar WirelessHART pressure transmitters to monitor flow and pressure in leach fields that are regularly relocated, and use movable, temporary piping.
PROFIBUS solution manages a helium-cooling system
By Softing
Softing Profibus equipment controls DESY, Germany’s largest helium cooling system. Profibus protocol software provided the foundation for achieving redundancy, with Profibus guaranteeing an instantaneous and bump-less switchover of all connected I/O devices.
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| Featured Training |
PROFIBUS One-Day Training - Tulsa
August 17, 2010
Location: Tulsa, OK, USA
The training class is specifically designed to be a technical overview of PROFIBUS technology providing both new and existing users with a comprehensive understanding of the design, installation, commissioning and troubleshooting of PROFIBUS. The training class also provides an introduction to related technologies including PROFIsafe, PROFINET, and IO-Link.
PROFINET One-Day Training - Cleveland
August 26, 2010
Location: Cleveland, OH, USA
This class is designed to show automation engineers the power and scope of Industrial Ethernet. It also provides an excellent introduction to Ethernet on the plant floor for IT staff. Individuals who are interested in building a scalable, energy-saving architecture are also encouraged to attend this training class.
CANopen Training
September 2, 2010
Location: Geneva, Switzerland
Development engineers and system integrators who want to get an overview about CANopen and want to judge the technical opportunities CANopen provides. This CANopen training is also for technical decision-makers, who have the question, whether CANopen can fulfill the communication related technical request of their application.
Introductory One-Day Seminar on EtherNet/IP and Industrial Ethernet
September 22, 2010
Location: Detroit, MI, USA
Introduction to EtherNet/IP and Industrial Ethernet. This seminar gives a technical overview of the Common Industrial Protocol (CIP) and EtherNet/IP, including its extensions for functional safety, synchronization, and motion.
EtherNet/IP Quick Start for Vendors
September 23, 2010
Location: Ann Arbor, MI, USA
Training course for developers new to EtherNet/IP. This course covers product functionality and design considerations, implementation approaches, product testing, and an overview of the Common Industrial Protocol (CIP) and EtherNet/IP technologies, including a review of the specifications.
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| Company & Organizational News |
WirelessHART Approved as European National Standard
Te European Committee for Standardization (CEN) has approved the WirelessHART specification as a European National Standard (EN 62591).
Safety-over-EtherCAT Now an International Standard
Together with the IEC 67184-3 specification, the Safety-over-EtherCAT Protocol has been accepted unanimously by the 27 national IEC committees.
ProComSol obtains HART Registration for HART Modem
The HM-USB-ISO passed the rigorous HART Communication Foundation (HCF) registration program and has been officially registered by the HCF to meet protocol specifications.
ODVA publishes new specs for networks
Specs cover EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, CompoNet and ControlNet technologies.
Ethernet POWERLINK Standardization Group announces openSAFETY
With openSAFETY, the Ethernet POWERLINK Standardization Group (EPSG) has now laid the foundation for the first completely open safety-related data communication protocol for all areas of automation.
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| Featured Events |
Instrumentation & Controls Expo & Training 2010
August 19, 2010
Location: San Diego, CA, USA
I/C Expo 2010 Expo & Training is free to all who pre-register online and who are involved with instrumentation, controls and process automation, 40-60 process instrumentation and controls companies will be exhibiting state-of-the-art equipment and conducting training and demonstrations on site. A Career Fair will be conducted at the Expo.
AADECA 2010
August 31, 2010 - September 3, 2010
Location: Buenos Aires, ARGENTINE
"AADECA 2010, Semana del Control Automático" comprises the XXII Argentine Automatic Control Congress, the 19th Argentine Automation Fair, short courses and technical training.
The 5th Annual Process Industry Engineering & Maintenance Congress
September 14, 2010 - September 15, 2010
Location: Shanghai, China
With the high reputation in the process industry, JFPS is dedicated to delivering this event to all the practitioners in this industry. Leveraging new technology to deploy technique and process optimization so as to achieve sustainable development.
Emerson Global Users Exchange 2010
September 27, 2010 - October 1, 2010
Location: San Antonio, TX, USA
This year's conference will be a great opportunity to "Build on Your Knowledge." We're expecting another valuable and highly educational conference, as many industry leaders, educators, and experts are planning to share "what's worked for them" and to learn "what's working for others."
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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