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Is there one controller that can do it all? Intech, November 2008
By Mark Harned and Bob Nelson
A single controller can now do the job of multiple dedicated controllers of the past. With so much expected from a single controller platform, the engineering tools to support all the disciplines involved in a typical automation system become more important then the controller itself.
VFDs Reduce Wear, Save Energy Automation World, October 2008
By C. Kenna Amos
They come with many names: variable frequency drives (VFDs), adjustable frequency drives (AFDs), adjustable speed drives (ASDs), speed drives, motor controllers, inverters or alternating current (AC) drives.
Easier Pieces Control Design, October 2008
By Jim Montague
Machine builders create modular, interchangeable machine assemblies. Improved software and network connectivity provide the linkage.
Integrating Next Generation Motion Control with Programmable Automation Controllers By GE Fanuc
White paper discusses recent trends that have led to the need for PACs, benefits of integrating the latest generation of motion control with PACs, and the critical capabilities OEMs should assess when selecting such an integrated automation control system.
Longwatch publishes white paper on Video Process Monitoring
- 09/09/08 “Video Process Monitoring” white paper discusses the newest trend in HMI/SCADA: Embedding video into an HMI screen, so operators can actually see what is happening in a process plant, along an assembly line, or in remote areas.
Research improves servo dynamics Control Engineering Europe, October 2008
The University of Manchester, UK, demonstrated servo systems with improved dynamics through research led by Dr Nigel Schofield, of the Power Conversion Group, using a Sensor Technology torque transducer.
Powerlink motion control network supports unique winding machine Process & Control Today, October 2008
Powerlink is helping the Swiss company Carbo-Link create carbon fibre components for applications such as rigging for racing yachts. The company used a Powerlink compatible controller and drives from Baldor to build a machine that winds carbon fibres to form lightweight yet ultra-strong tubes or rods up to 14 metres in length.
Machine Safety Engineering Guide Omron STI's 1500+ page Engineering Guide to Machine and Process Safeguarding is now available. This two-volume set is the most comprehensive machine and process safety product and technical reference guide available in the industry today.
Sprint Electric enhances website
- 11/02/08 Website provides information about Sprint Electric’s DC drives, including full product specifications as well as brochures and manuals for download.
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.
Free vibration measurement seminar November 19, 2008 Pittsburgh, PA
Topics will include machinery vibration basics, sensor considerations, data recording and playback, signal analysis, and hardware and software demonstrations for rotating equipment and resonance testing.
Understanding Motion Control Systems - AIT Training Course MCS110 3-Day Course - This practical course introduces engineering concepts of motors and drives that can be easily understood by both engineers and technicians unfamiliar with the technology and not accustomed to complex theory and mathematics.
Animatics announces SM2316 servomotors
- 11/18/08 SM2316D-PLS2 and SM2316DT-PLS2 are complete servo systems with built-in controller, amplifier and encoder.
Delta Tau releases Power PMAC motion computer
- 11/17/08 Power PMAC controls up to 128 axes simultaneously and has a built-in script language for both motion sequences and general machine and I/O logic.
ABB to automate steel mill in Sweden
- 10/01/08 ABB will supply electrical and automation equipment for SSAB’s steel mill in Borlänge, Sweden, including System 800xA, ACS800drive systems, motors and MNS switchgear.
SPS/IPC/DRIVES 2008 November 25-27, 2008 Nuermburg, Germany
SPS/IPC/DRIVES is the exhibition for electric automation technology. It covers all components down to the system and offers herewith integrated automation solutions.
exiderdome -- A spectacular multimedia traveling expo Multiple Cities Through May 2009
Join Siemens in this exciting, hands-on environment where you will experience and learn more about vital, innovative technologies and strategies from around the world that will transform the way you do business.
Promat January 12 - 15, 2009 Chicago, IL
Show has 700 of the top material handling and logistics providers. The 300,000 square foot show floor will feature manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, assembly, logistics and IT solutions for the supply chain. An Educational Conference will offer industry expertise on the latest supply chain innovations.
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