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| Featured Articles |
Modern PLCs and PACs pack more punch
InTech, December 2010
By Jeff Payne
Many modern PLCs and PACs now have built-in data acquisition, data storage, and networking capabilities—so accessing this critical information can be as simple as connecting a PLC’s Ethernet port to a network, or pulling data from a removable USB mass storage device such as a USB pen drive.
PC-based control - it is time for change
South Africa Instrumentation & Control, January 2011
By Conrad Muller, Beckhoff Automation South Africa
In many process plants, the PLC simply plays the role of an ‘interlock’ or PID code repository, with most of the system intelligence based in the external SCADA, MES or analysis software application zones.
Process control gets a makeover with new-generation DCS
What’s New in Process Technology, December 2010
By Rockwell Automation Australia
Historically, there has been a clear divide between control strategies for process and discrete applications. However, with the recent development of a new generation of DCS systems, the distinctions are now not so clear-cut.
Integrated safety helps control system design
Control Engineering, November 2010
By Tim Roback, Rockwell Automation
Along with eliminating the need for a separate safety controller, integrated safety systems also use one programming software package. That can eliminate the need to write and coordinate multiple programs on different controllers, simplify application programming, and help reduce training and support costs.
PACs versus PLCs
Design News, November 2010
By Al Presher
The line between programmable automation controllers (PACs) and traditional programmable logic controllers (PLCs) is blurring, and continues to be re-defined both by applications and a set of key network connectivity, cost and programmability issues.
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| Product Announcements |
_thumb.jpg) Molex announces Brad SST PB3 Profibus Module
This stand-alone hardware platform includes PROFIBUS and Ethernet communication ports, enabling connectivity to any Rockwell ControlLogix and CompactLogix controller.
Rockwell enhances PlantPAx Process Automation System
Enhancements in Release 2.0 include features for high availability, device integration and asset management, design productivity, batch and sequencing control, and operations productivity.
 EPLAN updates Platform 2.0
Enhancements include active device protection, channel oriented PLC design, point wiring and improvements in graphic functions.
Other Product Announcements
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| Resources |
3S-Smart Software Solutions publishes CoDeSys Device Directory
The CoDeSys Device Directory provides a comprehensive overview of almost 400 devices supported with IEC 61131-3 programming system.
Advantech product selection guides, solution or product catalogs, case studies
Advantech offers a number of solution guides, product selection guides, catalogs and case studies - many are available in PDF format. The eAutomation Solutions Catalog introduces a full range of products, focusing on the following vertical sectors: Machine Automation, Power & Energy, Building Automation, Environment Monitoring Systems, Intelligent Transportation Systems, and Facility Management Systems.
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| Application Stories |
Gathering Remote Data at a Water Treatment Plant
Control Engineering, November 2010
The Onondaga County Water Authority in NY upgraded its legacy control system with Emerson’s ControlWave programmable automation controllers and I/O from Moore Industries.
Siemens solution provides textile company with improved reliability
Process and Control Today, December 2010
Textile manufacturer W.T. Johnson in the UK upgraded its 15-year-old controls with 9 Siemens SINAMICS S120 drives, a SIMATIC 317T CPU, and a SIMATIC MP377 operator panel.
Softing Technology helps make Pizza
Softing integrated pizza production information in SAP R/3 via a Siemens S7 OPC Server to enable automated fault logging with precise time information.
Automation Strengthens Supply Chain
Control Engineering, September 2010
Personal wash producer PZ Cussons in the UK built a fully-automated plant from the ground up, using control equipment engineered and supplied by Rockwell Automation, along with instruments and fieldbus networks designed and commissioned by Endress+Hauser.
Browse more application stories on the Programmable Automation Controllers (PAC) portal. |
| Company & Organizational News |
eWON signs Standard Electric Supply as a distributor
Standard Electric will distribute eWon intelligent Internet remote access devices for PLCs and automation systems in the Great Lakes region of the U.S.
ProSoft Technology signs on as distributor for FieldServer
SlotServer products provide in-rack connectivity between Rockwell Automation ControlLogix control platform and Building Automation Systems and Fire Alarm Control Panel protocols.
WIB Releases Comprehensive Cyber Security Standard
The international standard outlines a set of specific requirements focusing on cyber security best practices for suppliers of industrial automation and control systems.
Browse more company and organizational news on the Programmable Automation Controllers (PAC) portal. |
| Featured Training |
PLC/PAC Automation: Basic Structure, Programming, Installation, and Maintenance
February 21, 2011 - February 25, 2011
Location: Research Triangle Park, NC, USA
This course will help you understand Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) architecture, configuration, installation, maintenance and ladder logic programming with over 50% hands on training.
PROFINET One-day Training Class
February 24, 2011
Location: Houston, TX, USA
This class prepares the student to apply PROFINET in his own project. Technical details of the technology are provided along with practical demonstrations.
PROFINET Certified Network Engineering Class
March 28, 2011 - April 1, 2011
Location: Johnson City, TN, USA
In this hands-on training you will dive into the installation, operation and maintenance of PROFINET products and networks. This course is an intensive, four-day training program.
PLC/PAC Automation: Advanced System Integration, Programming & Design
June 6, 2011 - June 10, 2011
Location: Houston, TX, USA
This course defines Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Process Automation Controllers (PAC) architecture, configuration, and programming from out-of-the-box to actual installation.
CoDeSys Users‘ Conference Schedule
IEC 61131-3 training events in Germany, Italy, Russia, Sweden, the Netherlands, Switzerland and China are on this year’s schedule, which runs from March to November.
Browse more training and seminar opportunities on the Programmable Automation Controllers (PAC) portal. |
| Featured Events |
Hannover Messe 2011
April 4, 2011 - April 8, 2011
Location: Hannover, Germany
With its line-up of 13 leading international trade shows, HANNOVER MESSE 2011 will be at full strength and will underline its global importance as a showcase for tomorrow's technologies and ideas. No other event presents as many ground-breaking innovations and integrated solutions. France is the partner country for 2011.
AUTOMATICON
April 5, 2011 - April 8, 2011
Location: Warsaw, Poland
AUTOMATICON is the most important trade fair for automation, control, measurement and robotics in Poland. The Fair is always accompanied by series of seminars, lectures and presentations which attract hundreds of specialists from all over the country.
FAMERICAS
May 19, 2011 - May 21, 2011
Location: LIMA, PERU
The only international event specialized in Industrial Equipments, Machinery, Supplies & Services and the first & oldest industrial event in Peru focusing on Automation, Robotics & Control Systems, Construction, Mining, Energy, Power, Chemical, Communication and also specially designed to present and to sell new products to Industrial Sectors.
6th Annual Water and Wastewater Symposium
June 22, 2011 - June 23, 2011
Location: St. Louis, MO, USA
The WWAC Symposium will help professionals in the water and wastewater industry understand how automatic control applications affect processing and distribution of water treatment and provide an outstanding opportunity to gain valuable technical information and training.
2011 Siemens Automation Summit
June 27, 2011 - June 30, 2011
Location: Orlando, FL, USA
Join Siemens to see live, hands-on demonstrations showcasing best-in-class solutions, hear from others how they have successfully applied solutions that you can use in your operations, and network with your peers and Siemens management.
Browse more industry events on the Programmable Automation Controllers (PAC) portal.
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