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May 2010 |
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Whitepaper: Motion Control Components and System Architecture
Motion Control Components and System Architecture: This whitepaper compares how chip, card and drive-based motion control solutions fit into different machine requirements, and the benefits of each approach.
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| Featured Articles |
The cost of higher motor efficiency
Plant Services, April 2010
By William H. Yeadon
How manufacturers improve electric motor efficiency and why they cost more.
When machines talk, will you listen?
Control Engineering Europe, April 2010
Machine tool vendors and end users are collaborating through the MTConnect Institute to define a standard interface. With MTConnect, a machine tool acts as a web server to share information about itself. The MTConnect Institute is also working on interface specifications for attached robots, gages, and adapters.
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| Sponsor: Noren Products |
 Noren Products
Noren's heat exchangers remove heat from sealed electronic enclosures and panels without exposing the internal components to the harsh environment outside. |
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DC motors: Why are they still used?
Plant Services. February 2010
By Bob Simon
Why has the DC motor continued to be used from 1888 until today? A primary reason is the motor’s variable speed characteristic.
The Beat Goes On
Machinery and Equipment MRO, February 2010
By: Dr. Edwin Becker And Florian Buder
“Beating” generated by two neighboring machines can lead to enormous vibration damage and even machine failure. Here's an example of what to do about it.
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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!
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| Product Sponsor - Nexen Group |
 Precision Motion Control System from Nexen
Get high speeds, incredible accuracy, zero backlash and unlimited length with the Nexen Roller Pinion System. |
| Product Sponsor - CONTREX |
 Making Motion Right with Contrex
The CX1102 controls 2-axis wind-unwind apps with only a dancer and reel encoders. It learns reel diameters, material size, and linear speed. |
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| White Papers |
Design and Verification of Motion Control Algorithms using Simulation
By Douglas Eastman, et al, The MathWorks
Simulation allows verification of system performance in the development process, making it possible to identify problems early and optimize system level behavior to meet the design requirements. In this paper, Model-Based Design is applied to a motion control application where a load must be precisely positioned through a flexible shaft.
Energy management considerations with today’s drive systems
By Michael Perlman, Siemens
It is important for today’s machine builders and automation engineers alike to remember that an energy-efficient system can actually translate into higher productivity.
Protective Capabilities of Arc-Resistant Motor Control Centers
By Rockwell Automation
Paper summarizes key features and capabilities of an effective arc-resistant MCC design and explains how this technology can help reduce arc-flash hazards and minimize risks.
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| Application Stories |
Rexroth Controls Meat Packaging Machine
By Rexroth
CP Packaging’s VisionPak uses an integrated Rexroth electric drive and control, pneumatics and linear motion platform for an ultra-sanitary and precise deli meat packaging machine.
System Prevents Defects in Motorcycle Wheels
Assembly, March 2010
By John Sprovieri
Force and stroke are monitored during the entire motorcycle press operation, and these variables can be graphed for detailed process tuning and analysis. The machine can identify abnormalities during the pressing operation, thereby preventing damaged components. It can also identify nonconforming parts after assembly.
Oystar Jones Puts the PLC in Packaging Equipment
Control Design, March 2010
By Mike Bacidore
Oystar Jones’ soap packaging machines use PLCs, servo motion, discrete I/O, analog I/O, variable frequency drives and operator touchscreens, and a mix of hardwired and digital networking, depending on the vintage of upstream and downstream equipment.
On-Line Motor Test saves Expensive Downtime
Maintenance On Line, February 2010
By Michael Herring, Whitelegg Machines
Whitelegg Machines diagnosed a problem motor at a UK power station – an 11kv, 2400kw motor, driving a cooling water pump used on a condensing unit. Tests using an on-line motor monitoring unit found the problem. A simple adjustment fixed it, saving the cost of removing the pump and motor for inspection.
WEG motors/drives power heavy oil recovery process in Omani desert
Process and Control Today, February 2010
WEG motor control packages are installed in a steam injection recovery project in Oman. The systems have to endure 50C temperatures and sandstorms in the desert.
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| Resources & Literature |
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.
Thomson publishes Lead Screw, Ball Screw and Ball Spline Catalog
Catalog details the company’s family of lead screws, inch and metric series ball screws, and ball splines, including all relevant product specifications and performance attributes.
Bodine expands online product support tools
Visitors to the Bodine web site can now find product information, accessories, and replacement parts by simply entering a Bodine product serial number.
Flexible Assembly offers free torque calculator app for the iPhone
The torque app converts torque measurements such as Ft Lb to In Lb, In Oz, Nm and other torque measurements. It's free for a limited time at the Apple App store on iTunes.
PI publishes catalog on piezo technology and nanopositioning
The 560 page digital publication contains extensive tutorials on piezo motion technology, the fundamentals of nanopositioning, micropositioning and nanometrology.
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| Featured Training |
Scientific Automation Seminars
June 2, 2010
Location: Toronto, ON, Canada
This June, Beckhoff Automation will be hosting a no-charge seminar in Toronto to show engineering managers how Scientific Automation can help reduce cost, increase performance and add functionality today. In order to stay competitive, this is a must-attend event for manufacturers and machine builders.
RSTechED 2010
June 6, 2010 - June 11, 2010
Location: Los Angeles, CA
RSTechED is an advanced software training event in manufacturing automation. More than 120 unique technical sessions, hands-on labs and customer presentations are specifically designed for those interested in learning to effectively leverage existing automation investments and create the architecture for continuous optimization, competitive differentiation and sustainable production.
Rolling Mill Automation Technology Training Course
June 21, 2010 - June 25, 2010
Location: Saint Charles, IL, USA
This program is a detailed treatment of mill automation system design and practical, real-world implementation issues of hot and cold rolling on single-stand and tandem mills. The target audience includes engineers, technologists and technical managers involved in the specification, evaluation, implementation, management, maintenance and/or support of rolling mill automation systems.
PROFIBUS One-day Training Class - Chicago
July 8, 2010
Location: Naperville, IL, 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.
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.
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| Company & Organizational News |
Bison Gear Acquires Von Weise Brushless Motor Product Line
The product line includes low voltage (12-24 volt) BLDC motors ranging from 80 to 225 watts (0.1 to 0.3 hp) with integral multifunction speed controls.
CIMdata says NC Software Market Declined by 13.1% in 2009
The reduction in 2009 was a direct result of a downturn in the global economy that resulted in dramatically lower manufacturing activity, including machine tool sales into the manufacturing industry.
ARC says prices are coming down on automation products
One element contributing to the price erosion is that controllers are rapidly becoming an automation commodity in some sectors.
January manufacturing technology consumption up
January U.S. manufacturing technology consumption totaled $130.96 million, down 40.3% from December but up 26.2% from the total of $103.77 million reported for January 2009.
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| Project News |
Newsprint producer upgrades paper machine control system
Control Engineering Europe, May 2010
Aylesford Newsprint orders new process control system and commissioning services from Metso for its PM14.
Software Toolbox to provide graphics to Rockwell Automation
Software Toolbox will provide its Symbol Factory technology to users of FactoryTalk View Site Edition and FactoryTalk View Machine Edition from Rockwell Automation.
ABB to automate water transmission system in Abu Dhabi
Products to be supplied include pumps, energy-efficient drives and motors, and the System 800xA control platform.
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| Featured Events |
Siemens Industry 2010 User Conference
June 8, 2010 - June 10, 2010
Location: Charlotte, NC, USA
Be a part of the 2010 Siemens User Conference. An Automation User Community event where Siemens users, partners, industry thought-leaders, and professionals come together to discuss challenges and strategies.
Automation Treasure
June 11, 2010
Location: Las Vegas, NV, USA
Exhibition, technical training and career fair for those involved with the design, application, installation, operation, and maintenance of state-of-the-art process automation, instrumentation and control technologies.
The 14th International Industrial Control & Automation Exhibition for South China
June 24, 2010 - June 26, 2010
Location: Shenzhen, Guangdong, China
Automation EXPO 2010 is an international & professional exhibition for the field of industrial control, converter, PLC, electric machine, motor, Instrument, sensor, machinery transmission, which gives an all-round show for the latest products and service of field of international Automation.
Automation & Robotics World Show 2010
August 26, 2010 - August 29, 2010
Location: Pune, Maharashtra, India
Automation & Robotics World Show 10, the country's most awaited exhibition gives a way to success to the new innovations and opportunities for that vast industrial segment comprising of power, Pharmaceutical, Terminal Automation, and Tank Farm Automation.
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.
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