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| December 2010 |
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| Featured Articles & White Papers |
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.
Machine design software generates open source Mechatronics program code
Automation.com, September 2010
By Bill Lydon
Mechatronics Concept Designer enables the entire development team to collaborate more effectively to design, simulate, and build a complete machine and allows the team to identify and correct issues early, before they become costly problems. To implement a design, the software generates the control application code in the PLCopen XML standard format to create programs for controllers.
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CimQuest INGEAR gives Visual Studio .NET a direct communication pipeline to your PLC network without the need for OPC or 3rd party drivers. |
The Can of Worms Is Open-Now What?
Control, October 2010
By John Cusimano, Exida, and Eric Byres, Byres Security
Designing a good cyber defense for your SCADA or process control system is no longer an option.
Unlocking the power of .NET for industrial automation
By CimQuest
.NET has fast become the platform of choice for IT, with many companies already staffed and trained for implementation and long term support. This white paper looks at components-based solutions in more depth, specifically as they relate to building HMI and communications for Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)-based systems within the .NET environment.
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AutomationDirect enhances CLICK micro brick PLCs
Now available with standard CPU units, the PLCs feature eight discrete inputs and six discrete outputs, and a price of $99. |
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Siemens introduces TIA software engineering framework
This single software framework will enable all Siemens Programmable Controllers, HMI operator panels and drives to be configured in the same development environment. |
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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. |
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EPLAN updates Platform 2.0
Enhancements include active device protection, channel oriented PLC design, point wiring and improvements in graphic functions. |
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Rockwell Automation Expands PlantPAx Software
Rockwell added 10 VMware Ready software products to its PlantPAx Process Automation System to help manufacturers leverage the benefits of virtualization. |
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Phoenix Contact introduces nLC-055 Nanoline controller
The nLC-055 controller can add, subtract, multiply and divide, as well as perform modulo (percentage) operations. |
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eWON releases Talk2M Pro remote access solution
Talk2M Pro provides secure VPN on-demand access for any number of remote machines, PLCs, and devices, ranging from several units to several thousand. |
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| Resources & Literature |
3S-Smart Software Solutions publishes CoDeSys Device Directory
The CoDeSys Device Directory provides a comprehensive overview of almost 400 devices.
Podcast describes Rockwell Automation Integrated Architecture solutions
The podcast highlights the top 10 products showcased in the Integrated Architecture booth at the Rockwell Automation Fair.
Opto 22 updates its website
Enhancements include a SNAP PAC Configurator that allows users to design and build a complete SNAP PAC System—I/O processor, mounting rack, and modules.
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| Application Stories |
Copper Mine Optimizes Water Recovery with Honeywell Wireless
Codelco needed to optimize the water recovery process of the thickener pools at its Norte mine in Chile. It used wireless to connect field devices in the mine to its PLCs and control system.
Whitecourt receives superior drinking water
InTech, October 2010
By Wally Ingham, Stantec Consulting
The Town of Whitecourt’s Water Treatment Plant in Alberta, Canada, was updated with a ControLogix PLC, DeviceNet, a variable speed pump, MCC, and Rosemount flow, level and pressure instrumentation.
Beverage Can Plant Upgrades with Integrated Safety
Reliable Plant, August 2010
By Rockwell Automation
Amcor was able to leverage the benefits of its controller while fast-tracking a safety upgrade at its Revesby manufacturing facility. Instead of interrupting or slowing production, the transition has yielded optimized operational safety and efficiency
ABI chooses Wonderware
South Africa Instrumentation & Control, August 2010
Amalgamated Beverage Industries installed Wonderware software, a Siemens PLC, and PLC software from Software Toolbox to automate its soft drink packaging line in Pretoria.
From Sweet to Squeaky-Clean
Control, August 2010
By Jim Montague
A new PLC System and interface software lets L&S Sweeteners customize its Clean-In-Place (CIP) application for trailer tanks.
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| Featured Training |
PLC Series - Troubleshooting
Home study course explains the functions and devices available for safely troubleshooting a PLC system. Examples of different troubleshooting scenarios explain how to efficiently use the devices and techniques being presented. $995.
Remote I/O Video Tutorials
By AutomationDirect
Part 1, a five-minute video, covers what you should know before using remote I/O; part 2, an 11-minute video covers the basics of using Remote I/O.
Certified Open-PLC Engineer Training
Profibus Competence Centre, Manchester Metropolitan Univ (UK)
Three-day course covering Open-PLC programming using the international standard IEC 61131-3. The course is designed for Engineers and Technicians who want to gain a recognised qualification in open-PLC programming using IEC 61131-3. No prior experience of PLC programming is necessary; however, the course is also equally well suited for experienced Programmers who wish to move to IEC 61131-3 compliant systems. (Also available on-site for up to 8 people)
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| Company & Organizational News |
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.
ISA and Automation.com to organize Industrial Automation Pavilion at HANNOVER MESSE
ISA, Hannover Fairs USA (HFUSA) and Automation.com will organize an Industrial Automation Pavilion at HANNOVER MESSE 2011, which will take place 4–8 April 2011 in Hannover, Germany.
Rockwell Automation adds Options for Critical Control Applications
Options include redundant I/O, alarm and event server redundancy, network resiliency and faster controller cross-loading.
ISaGRAF signs rep in Germany
Marc Schoeters will act as ISaGRAF Northern European Business Development Manager.
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| 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.
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.
AUTOMATION 2011
November 23, 2011 - November 25, 2011
Location: Saint Petersburg, Russia
Saint Petersburg "Automation" exhibition is the largest independent specialized international exhibition on industrial automation and computer technologies in Russia.
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