• Anaren announces AIR Integrated Radio modules
• E-Senza enhances SenzaWMS wireless monitoring software
• MSI releases IM-PV-N computer for Networking Applications
• Holt Integrated Circuits Introduces HI-5113 CAN Controller
• Adeneo provides Windows Embedded CE 6.0 drivers for TI’s WiLink 6.0
• SoftDEL announces Aerodel Director Wireless Network Management System
• Byres Security announces Tofino OPC Enforcer firewall
• austriamicrosystems announces AS3940 multi-channel FSK transceiver
• Acromag releases two CAN bus modules
• Westermo introduces Data Lynx+ industrial Ethernet switch
• Siemon enhances MAX RJ-45 Ethernet Patch Cords

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Solving Industrial Monitoring Challenges through Wireless I/O  
By Bill Conley, B&B Electronics
Whitepaper considers the types of features and capabilities that are needed in the next generation of wireless I/O products and provides suggestions for what is important in terms of equipment, installation and support.

Network Design Basics  
By David Soltys, Schneider Electric
White paper discusses basic principles that a control engineer needs to consider in the planning/design phase of an Industrial Automation Ethernet Network, and takes the reader through a sample network design to illustrate how to apply these principles

Driving the Networked Industrial Plant-- Power over Ethernet
By Paul Wacker, Advantech
Since PoE was originally developed for commercial IT applications, standard PoE devices are not always suitable for industrial environments. Industrial PoE devices must be ruggedized for use in factories and plants, which are much more electrically noisy than the typical office IT environment.

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Moore Industries publishes Interactive Line Card for Power Plant Applications  
The interactive line card includes pop-up “Selection Hints” that link to technical product information on Moore Industries’ web site.

Ethernet Direct offers Educational Web site for Ethernet  
EDUCATIONAL LINK covers Industrial Ethernet related topics like Ethernet Term, Network Architectures and recommendations, Industrial Ethernet Software Tools and their value terms.

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.

Weidmuller updates RailDesigner DIN-rail software  
Improvements in version 5.0 include data exchange enhancements, a real-time 3D plan and print option, a search and replace feature and an improved printing menu.

How to Successfully Penetrate Industrial Ethernet Applications  
2010 Solution Paper, a hard copy 106-page catalogue, has 60 selected success stories by Ethernet Direct in different industries.

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Harsh environment does not beat CC-Link communications  
Process and Control Today, September 2010
Enkei America, a die casting company, ran a year long trial on CC-Link communications for machine control in a desperately harsh environment and experienced no problems whatsoever.

Flying down in Rio  
Process and Control Today, August 2010
A pair of prestigious apartment blocks in downtown Rio de Janiero use bespoke building automation systems based on CC-Link, the fieldbus communications systems originally designed for industrial automation, to create a relaxed and charming living environment within this busy, bustling city.

Efficient engineering on one PLC platform  
Control Engineering Europe, July 2010
By Sandra Pringnitz and Mirzan Elmazi, Siemens
Emcon Technologies Germany installed a S7-1200 controller in an existing application in three days, including sequential control and Ethernet communication with the vision system and an SAP computer.

Ethernet switches provide a redundant network infrastructure  
Oil & Gas Engineer, July 2010
Ethernet switches from GarrettCom Europe provide a redundant network infrastructure for a new floating LNG storage and regasification terminal off the coast of Italy.

Integrated Automation Advances Automotive Robots  
Design News, June 2010
By Al Presher
Alfa Romeo uses COMAU industrial robots, dual core PCs, tightly integrated drives and high-speed Ethernet POWERLINK for automotive painting, welding and assembly operations.

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Introductory One-Day Seminar on EtherNet/IP and Industrial Ethernet
October 7, 2010
Location: Raunheim, Germany
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.

Applications of Industrial Wireless Systems
October 7, 2010
Location: Houston, TX, USA
wireless applications such as video monitoring and security systems, asset tracking, mobile operator needs (PDAs, tablet PCs), remote tank farm monitoring, wireless SCADA systems, Voice over wireless LAN, as well as the multitude of operational considerations associated with industrial wireless field transmitter for monitoring and even control systems are examined.

Using WirelessHART® Communication in Process Industries
October 18, 2010
Location: Dallas, TX, USA
This seminar describes how users' requirements are implemented in WirelessHART technology. Learn how this simple, reliable and secure technology can complement your process monitoring, control and asset management applications.

FOUNDATION Fieldbus 1-Day Seminar
October 19, 2010
Location: New Orleans, LA, USA
Attend a free 1-day FOUNDATION seminar and training. End users and engineering firms are encouraged to attend an upcoming Fieldbus Educational Seminar this year and learn about "Asset Management Made Easy". Attendees receive Professional Development Hours & Training Discount certificates.

National Instruments to Host Free Full-Day Technical Conferences
These events, offered in 27 cities in the United States and Canada from September to December, will deliver technical sessions, hands-on tutorials and product demonstrations by NI experts to more than 3,000 scientists, engineers and industry professionals.

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MTConnect Announces Legacy Machine Tool Connectivity Working Group  
This group will provide best practices and overall guidance for the connectivity of thousands of legacy machine tools in manufacturing shops around the globe.

OPC Foundation and MTConnect Institute to develop standard  
OPC and MTConnect will cooperate in developing standards called MTConnectOpcUa.

Profinet and Powerlink are top real-time Ethernet protocols  
IMS Research says POWERLINK and PROFINET are the most used industrial Ethernet protocols for transferring machine and sensor data in true real-time.

TURCK's JBBS FM Approved for Hazardous Locations  
JBBS junction bricks for AS-interface networks are now FM approved for Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D hazardous locations.

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.

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GE to supply Ethernet switches to the Army  
The switches will be used as the communications hub for command and control systems on a range of vehicles including unmanned air and ground vehicles.

HMS provides communication interfaces to Baldor  
HMS embedded Mint Lite Anybus capability is now being fitted on all of Baldor's MicroFlex e100 and MotiFlex e100 drives.

ABB to supply telecommunications to Statoil  
ABB will supply and maintain all internal and external telecommunications systems for Statoil’s offshore operations on the Norwegian continental shelf.

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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.

Remote 2010 Conference & Expo
October 18, 2010 - October 20, 2010
Location: Dallas, TX, USA
The ninth annual conference and expo will be held October 19-20, 2010 in Dallas, Texas. This technology-driven and solution oriented event brings together the innovators and users from multiple industries, including utilities, infrastructure, power, oil & gas, telecom, industrial, water & public utilities, agriculture, remote networks, and facilities management.

4G World 2010 and WCAI Symposium
October 18, 2010
Location: Chicago, IL
4G World 2010 will have 14 executive keynotes, 60 breakout sessions, and training. It is co-located with the WCAI 16th Annual International Symposium.

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.

ISA Announces Wireless and Networking Track at ISA Automation Week  
ISA announced its Wireless and Networking Track at ISA Automation Week 2010, 4-7 October 2010, at the Westin Galleria, Houston, Texas.

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