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September 2010 |
| Sponsor: Advantech |
Advantech’s APAX-5070
Advantech’s APAX-5070 is a high-density Modbus/TCP remote I/O solution that allows any PC, controller, or HMI device that supports Modbus/TCP protocol to add remote I/O functionality to access data and perform read and write actions. It’s equipped with two RJ-45 ports with the same IP address which can build daisy chains to connect remote I/O devices directly without an additional Ethernet switch.
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| Sponsor: Molex |
Flexible solutions for automated applications
Molex has the flexibility to offer a wide range of custom M8/M12 connection choices. Different lengths. Different colors. Different shielding. With more than 19,000 standard products—from cordsets, distribution boxes and field attachables to splitters, tees and receptacles—we not only have what you need...we’ll customize it for you.
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| Featured Articles & White Papers |
Solving Industrial Monitoring Challenges through Wireless I/O
Automation.com, August 2010
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.
Digital-to-analog in the loop: Closed, open, and ’set and forget’ systems
Industrial Embedded Systems, July 2010
By Mark Thoren, Linear Technology
Choosing a DAC at different resolutions involves trade-offs for price, package size, reference accuracy, and output impedance.
PACs & I/O Go Wireless
Industrial Automation Asia, July 2010
By Jean Femia, Opto 22
Automation engineers are beginning to seriously consider wireless solutions for all or part of their applications. But with all these good reasons to use wireless, several concerns remain. Among them are security, network performance and reliability, availability and cost of I/O components
Standards, Manufacturing Upgrades Affect Wire and Cable Performance
Control Design, June 2010
By Mike Bacidore
The electrical characteristics for cable must meet or exceed performance standards set by a variety of organization, including TIA/EIA and ISO/IEC, and Ethernet applications defined by IEEE, as well as safety codes by NEC and NFPA.
Flexible Sensor Signal Conditioning and Safe Transmission
Sensors, June 2010
By Joachim Quasdorf and Marko Hepp, iC-Haus
Article describes the structure of a universal, integrated, programmable signal conditioner—designed for use with linear and rotary encoders, AMR sensors, and opto sensors with on-sensor preconditioned signals.
The Instrumentation Cloud Brings Web-Centric Operation to Sensors
Sensors, May 2010
By Marius Ghercioiu, Cores Electronic
Combining RFID, analog signal conditioning, and sensors enables you to shift data analysis, monitoring, and control into the cloud.
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| Sponsor: ISA |
Fall Training Institute 2010:
An Automation Week Event
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| Product Sponsor - Acromag |
 White Paper: Redundant Ethernet Communication
Learn how to develop high reliability Ethernet control systems using redundant communication lines. |
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| Application Stories |
ABB controls silicon production line at plant in Norway
The System 800xA solution includes operator workplaces, five AC 800M controllers, and approximately 3000 I/O, and uses Foundation Fieldbus to communicate with the various types of process equipment.
Pet food manufacturer focuses on eliminating I/O failures
Reliable Plant, July 2010
By Rockwell Automation
Hill’s Pet Nutrition migrated to Rockwell Automation ControlLogix PAC. This solution offered Hill’s a cost-efficient way to convert its existing I/O to the Allen-Bradley Flex I/O platform also communicating with other controllers in the plant.
Schneider Electric PLC controls Waste Management System
Process & Control Today, June 2010
The Cawleys plant in Luton, UK, uses a M340 PLC to control 80 Tesys Model U direct on-line integrated motor starters, 18 ATV71 variable speed drives and four racks of Advantys fieldbus I/O.
TURCK Sensors and I/O Help Grow Potatoes
By TURCK
Quantum Tubers uses TURCK’s distributed I/O system and analog input modules to obtain inputs from humidity, temperature, light, CO2 and flow sensors to grow potato plants in only 50 days.
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| Resources & Literature |
T&D introduces free WebStorage Service
The WebStorage Service enables users to store data generated by their Data Loggers.
Onset Announces Energy Monitoring Resources CD
The CD includes white papers, webinars and podcast interviews discussing how portable data loggers can streamline energy efficiency projects to yield optimum building energy performance.
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.
Data Translation publishes Data Acquisition Product Guide
Product Guide provides a summary of all USB and Ethernet (LXI) data acquisition hardware and software solutions offered by the Company.
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| Featured Training |
PACSystems High Availability Hands-On Workshop
September 20, 2010
Location: Buffalo, NY, USA
This workshop will demonstrate the critical capabilities and unique technology of GE Intelligent Platforms’ PACSystems RX3i High Availability. The RX3i system provides bump-less switchover, high-speed logic execution, and high-speed data synchronization to handle simple to complex applications. In addition, powerful productivity tools reduce development and system commissioning.
Scientific Automation Seminar - Boston
September 28, 2010
Location: Westborough, MA, USA
Beckhoff Automation will be hosting a no-charge seminar to show engineering managers how Scientific Automation can help reduce cost, increase performance and add functionality. In order to stay competitive, this is a must-attend event for manufacturers and machine builders.
Instrumentation, Diagrams and Symbols
October 7, 2010
Location: Houston, TX, USA
The course presents the methodology for development and application of instrument and control drawings and the ISA Standards available to assist in this effort.
Web Seminar: Grounding in Instrumentation Systems
October 27, 2010
2:00 PM - (GMT -5:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada), Bogota, Lima Time Zone
This seminar covers grounding requirements, concepts, and applications in measurement and control areas. Terminologies, types of grounding systems, and shielding relevant to grounding are areas emphasized.
Smart Sensors Systems Design
Online engineering course describes modern developments and design trends in the field of smart sensors systems. The course will focus on the novel measuring methods and techniques to build full intelligent sensor systems, digital sensors, data acquisition and measuring systems with self-adaptation and self-identification possibilities.
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| Company & Organizational News |
VXIbus System Specification Revision 4.0 Available
The key improvements to the VXIbus in Revision 4.0 are higher throughput, increased power, and better synchronization.
SICK signs Process Value Automation as distributor
PVA, headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, specializes in industrial process controls and instrumentation.
Moore Industries obtains CSA certification on signal conditioners
The miniMOORE and STA products received General Location and Non-Incendive approval per CSA for Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C & D.
SymCom acquires Solid State Advanced Controls from ABB
The acquisition includes all SSAC non-Din rail mounted timers, monitoring relays, controls, and custom products.
Advantech opens office in Indonesia
The new office is located in South Jakarta.
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| Featured Events |
International Manufacturing Technology Show
September 13, 2010 - September 18, 2010
Location: Chicago, IL, USA
IMTS - The International Manufacturing Technology Show management will host the first-ever Industry Inspiration Day as part of the September 13 kick-off for the all-new IMTS Industry & Technology Conference.
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.
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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