June 2010 Automation & Control News
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Kaman Industrial Technology promotes Steven Smidler to President
Smidler, previously Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, has been appointed president following Jack Cahill’s retirement.
Parker releases HoseFinder Mobile App
HoseFinder mobile app makes it fast and convenient to search for hydraulic hose products and information on the go.
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RTI enhances Data Distribution Service software
Enhancements in Version 4.5 include mediation capabilities to bridge between applications that natively support different external interfaces and protocols.
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Aerotech announces AGS1500 Linear-Motor Gantry
AGS1500 series Cartesian gantry systems are designed for ultra-precision, high-dynamic contouring.
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Tolomatic introduces ERD electric rod-style actuators
The compact ERD electric rod-style actuators are compatible with many NEMA standard stepper or servomotors for easy, flexible and powerful electric actuator solutions.
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Sena Technologies announces DirectPort UPCI serial card
DirectPort PCI multiport serial cards support high speed serial speed up to 921.6 Kbps and are equipped with internal surge protection for maximum reliability.
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Binder-USA updates Series 423 M16 Connectors
Improvements include a metal cable collet which replaces the previous plastic version.
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Dytran introduces 3363A Series Triaxial Accelerometers
3363A series are IEPE-type piezoelectric sensors with a laser welded titanium design which includes ceramic sensing elements coupled to ultra low noise JFET electronics.
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GE Intelligent Platforms announces PACSystem RX3i CPU315
RX3i CPU315 has an Intel M class 1Ghz processor and 20Mbytes of user memory, making it able to address requirements for high speed processing and large data storage.
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Software Toolbox updates FactoryWidgets Software
Version 3.1.1 gives users the ability to choose from pre-configured templates of settings when configuring the widgets on their desktop computers.
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AutomationDirect releases Type C361 door interlocking safety handle
The safety interlock handles, when connected to the MCCB, secure an SDN series NEMA 12 disconnect enclosure to protect against unauthorized entry while the breaker is in the ON position.
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AutomationDirect Select DINnector Available in Smaller Quantities
DINnector resettable supplementary protectors are now available in single-piece and 20 packs. Supplementary protector prices start at $10 for single pieces.
Emerson acquires Innovative Control Systems
ICS provides turnkey solutions – including planning, engineering, configuration, installation, and commissioning – for turbomachinery automation retrofits.
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Axiomtek introduces eBOX511-820-FL Embedded Computer
The eBOX511-820-FL is based on an ultra low-power Intel Atom processor Z530 1.6GHz or Z510 1.1GHz with up to 2GB of DDR2 system memory.
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FCI Thermal Mass Flow Meter Receives ATEX, IECEx Approvals
The ST75 Flow Meter is now ATEX and IECEx approved for safety in hazardous and potentially explosive plant environments.
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Cognex enhances DataMan 100 Verifier
Enhancements include faster setup and easier operation with a new lighting assembly, adjustable 30 and 45 degree angle lighting, and a part positioning guide for easier location of codes.
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PAS announces Integrity Recon Software
Integrity Recon gathers and displays the software, services, hardware, system performance, and other essential information for servers, work stations, and desktop computers.
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Ruland signs RotoPrecision as Canadian distributor
RotoPrecision to become Ruland’s master distributor in Canada for shaft collars and couplings.
MathWorks Simulink PLC Coder Certified by TUV SUD
CeTÜV SÜD assessed Simulink PLC Coder as suitable for development processes that must comply with IEC 61508-3 and its process industry adaptation, IEC 61511-1.
How to Successfully Penetrate Industrial Ethernet Applications
2010 Solution Paper, a hard copy 106-page catalogue, has 60 selected success stories by Ethernet Direct in different industries.
