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Skid Integration Problems Solved by PLCopen Standards
Automation.com, March 2011 By PLCopen North America The use of skid mounted equipment has become popular for a number of reasons but they pose some unique automation and control challenges that can be solved by using IEC 61131-3 and PLCopen standards. -
Phoenix Contact adds American students to automation competition
American engineering students have been invited to participate in Phoenix Contact’s xplore New Automation Award competition. -
Tridium controls Manitoba Hydro Place building
Tridium's Niagara Framework connects multiple systems and equipment within Manitoba Hydro Place, a 22-story office tower. -
Schneider Electric acquires Summit Energy
Summit Energy provides energy procurement, risk management, market intelligence, data management and sustainability consulting services. -
Siemens launches Plantville interactive game
Online game simulates a Plant Manager’s experience and challenges players to increase productivity, sustainability and the overall health of an industrial plant. -
Siemens introduces solar power purchase program
The program allows customers to bring "clean" solar energy projects on their properties without making an initial capital investment in solar equipment. -
Banner Engineering publishes 2011 Product Catalog
The 2011 catalog wraps Banner's sensor products together with lighting and indicators, machine vision, wireless and machine safety products. -
ODVA Industrial Networks Energy Initiative
Automation.com, March 2011 By Bill Lydon, Editor The intent of this energy initiative is to create a comprehensive approach to the optimization of energy usage for the industrial consumer that is scalable, open and inclusive for both users and suppliers. -
WAGO 2011 Innovation in Automation Tour Underway
Consisting of two identical vans, IIAT presents WAGO’s latest Automation, Interconnect and Electronic solutions directly to industrial professionals. -
Ethernet Infrastructure - Is IPv6 another Y2K?
Automation.com, March 2011 ODVA is taking IPv6 seriously because it could have major implications for existing EtherNet/IP installations and product developers. This is not unique to EtherNet/IP, the change has an impact on all Ethernet devices and infrastructure including business, industrial, home, and mobile communications. -
Fox-IT partners with MatrikonOPC for secure OPC connectivity
Fox-IT will integrate MatrikonOPC’s full range of OPC Servers into its Fox DataDiode - a solution used to securely transmit data between networks that have different levels of security. -
Johnson Controls selects Industrial Controls as Integrated Supply Partner
Industrial Controls' continuous growth, progressive approach to the market, large and diverse inventory, excellent technical support, and large geographical footprint weighed heavily in the decision-making process. -
ASHRAE funds research to improve building operations
Research Project 1633, "Data and Interfaces for Advanced Building Maintenance and Operation," will result in development of a set of standard data-driven metrics, interfaces and dashboards for advanced building operation and management. -
ODVA publishes white paper on industrial energy optimization
ODVA plans to raise awareness of energy consumption and offer control strategies that can optimize energy usage throughout the industrial ecosystem from the plantfloor to the grid. -
Security Incidents Organization publishes report on Control System Malware Incidents
The report documents 60 incidents that have taken place between 1999 and 2010 that involved lost time, destruction of property and even fatalities. -
Schneider Electric offers 3D CAD drawings for automation products
Customers can access and search the catalog directly from the Schneider Electric U.S. website and download the drawings into their designs, allowing shorter design time and faster time to market. -
Siemens provides BIM data for electrical distribution equipment
BIM for Revit MEP low-voltage distribution products are in full compliance with AutoDesk Seek RMC SG standards. -
Industrial Wireless Update – where no wires have gone before
Automation.com, February 2011 While the intense debates continue over industrial wireless standards many automation professionals are applying industrial wireless solutions to achieve greater efficiency and profits for their companies. -
Siemon provides 3D Cable Models through Autodesk Web Service
Building and network designers can now find Siemon cabling product models through the Autodesk Seek web service. -
The Bright Side to Energy Conservation
By Beckhoff Beckhoff Automation industrial PCs, I/O and TwinCAT PLC software help Fifth Light deliver up to 80% energy savings via intelligent lighting systems for buildings.