Oct. 06, 2008
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Articles & White Papers
Automation Weekly - Feedback on ISA name, ETO manufacturers double output, Guide to HMI design, OPC analyzer spec, IEC approves WirelessHART & FDT specs, Top ten new products
The October 1, 2008 issue of our Automation Weekly eNewsletter is online now. This issue includes feedback from last week's editorial on the proposed ISA name change, a new article on how ETO manufacturers can double output, guide to HMI design, plus the top ten products introduced this week and the other latest automation news. Sponsored by SIXNET, Northwire and Software Toolbox.
Wireless choices for a new generation
Plant Engineering, September 2008
By Mike Bradley, Apprion
As the list of wireless applications grows, so does the list of wireless devices and systems that support these applications. The choices you make today will limit your options in managing your future as new wireless technologies become available.
System redundancy with WirelessHART
Plant Engineering, September 2008
By HART Communication Foundation
Wireless systems can provide redundancy to help prevent data loss. In the case of WirelessHART, redundancy is available at all levels of the network system.
Application Stories
Genzyme uses Emerson wireless to monitor temperature, pressure and level  - 10/02/08
Genzyme uses wireless temperature, pressure, and level transmitters to protect product quality and to reduce waste at its Therapeutics enzyme manufacturing facility in Allston, MA.
Proximity Sensing Via Wireless Network
Control Engineering, August 2008
A railcar wheel monitoring system shows how a wireless network sensor operates reliably in extreme temperatures, high vibration, and dirt, with five years between battery changes.
Get Required Information on a Budget
Automation World, August 2008
American Refining Group in Bradford, Pa., installed a wireless mesh sensor network from Emerson Process Management to monitor high-level alarm switches on tanks in its remote tank farm. American Refining has 24 wireless Emerson sensors right now, and its technicians are still adding and building network.
Resources & Literature
B&B publishes Electronics catalog  - 10/01/08
Catalog covers Modbus Ethernet to serial servers, switches,media converters, wireless modems and remote I/O, serial converters, USB, and digital and analog remote I/O.
Industrial Wireless Implementation Guide
Control Engineering, August 2008
By Mark T. Hoske
So you've dabbled in wireless or thought it might save time, effort, or dollars. This primer helps with technology selection.
Keithley creates WiMAX tutorial poster  - 08/13/08
Poster illustrates the key measurement tools and software analysis techniques required for measuring complex WiMAX signals.
Training & Seminars
Instrumentation and Control Master Series
In bringing the elite of the control and instrumentation industry together for four hard hitting days of intensive training, the Instrumentation and Control Master Series as proved an outstanding success.
Emerson’s PlantWeb University Online Learning Center
Free web-based training includes more than 40 brief, practical courses on new automation technologies and strategies. Topics include implementing fieldbus, wireless technology, safety instrumented systems, streamlining maintenance, improving equipment effectiveness, and enhancing plant efficiency.
Industrial Wireless Systems
October 13, 2008 Houston, Texas
Course will industrial wireless systems with an emphasis on how the various technological choices coexist, interoperate and interact with each other. Numerous examples of real-world deployments are covered for facilities such as SCADA systems, petrochemical plants, electrical power generation and transmission systems. Price: $495.
Product Announcements
ProSoft Technology introduces RLX-IFH Industrial Frequency Hopping radios ProSoft Technology introduces RLX-IFH Industrial Frequency Hopping radios  - 09/18/08
Frequency Hopping Ethernet radios are license-free and available for both the 900 MHz and the 2.4 GHz bands.
 
Agilent enhances E6474A network optimization platform Agilent enhances E6474A network optimization platform  - 08/26/08
Enhancements allow wireless service providers to make unobtrusive measurements in even the most sensitive locations as they troubleshoot complex networks.
 
Emerson adds wireless to Mobrey float switch Emerson adds wireless to Mobrey float switch  - 08/20/08
All Mobrey float switches are now available for use with the Rosemount 702 wireless discrete transmitter.
 
Company & Organization News
Emerson ships WirelessHART products  - 10/01/08
Emerson has begun shipping WirelessHART products from its Smart Wireless range of pressure, flow, level, temperature, vibration, pH, and discrete transmitters and gateways.
GreenPeak signs network of reps and integrators in the USA  - 10/01/08
Reps include Cain White, EG Holmes and Assoc., Theta-J, TL Marketing and WaveSpace. Itnegrators include AISD Inc, Digital AV, LS Research, Software Technologies Group and Talon Communications.
Emerson announces winners of Smart Wireless contest  - 10/01/08
End-user judges select Croda Inc’s moving railcar monitoring as “Most Creative” and CFE Lapem’s temporary power unit monitoring as “Most Significant Business Impact.”
Application News
Emerson wireless network to monitor wells in Venezuela  - 10/01/08
Emerson will install Smart Wireless technology in the Morichal District oil fields for PDVSA, the Venezuelan state-owned oil company.
Emerson expands wireless technology at BP  - 10/01/08
Smart Wireless mesh is overseeing BP R&D Naperville Tank Farm, expanding at BP's Cherry Point Washington refinery, and is being installed at BP facilities worldwide
Using Industrial Wireless Ethernet in Mining Systems
A mine uses a combination of Moxa's AWK-1100 wireless AP/Bridge/AP Client and an industrial Ethernet switch.
Events
Emerson Exchange
September 29 - October 03, 2008 Washington, DC
More than 325 workshops and short courses, plus management sessions, technology exhibits, industry forums, and educational opportunities.
ISA EXPO 2008
October 14-16, 2008 Houston, TX
ISA EXPO is your source for in-depth technical coverage of topics critical to automation and control success. Participate in a single exchange and immerse yourself in that technology, or attend offerings from multiple exchanges for a more global automation and control view.
Automation Fair 2008
November 19-20, 2008 - Nashville, TN
Rockwell Automation's Automation Fair® provides an excellent opportunity for them to stay aware of the latest and best that automation technology has to offer. Automation Fair is the premier industry event focusing on advanced automation products, integrated control and information architecture — and value-add services and solutions.
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