• Standalone DVR Supports 4 Channels of Video Footage with MPEG4 Compression

    Updated: 2010-11-30 23:00:50
    Ganz DR4HL-500 DIGIMASTER Lite 4-Channel H.264 DVR with 500 GB HDD   This Ganz DVR capable of real-time recording (up to 120IPS) and supports four channels of video and audio. It uses MPEG4 compression for excellent image quality without using a lot of hard-drive space. Set up and control is managed via the included infrared [...]

  • Brazil Trade Fair Claims Title as Largest ISA Event

    Updated: 2010-11-30 23:00:00
    With attendance growth of 10 percent at this year’s exhibition and conference, Brazil Automation ISA is now the biggest ISA event worldwide in terms of visitor count.

  • Why Invest in Education and Training?

    Updated: 2010-11-30 23:00:00
    Why should a manufacturer invest in education and training for its employees?

  • Educating Today's Workforce

    Updated: 2010-11-30 23:00:00
    Innovative training programs and techniques are preparing the future manufacturing workforce.

  • HOT DEAL–Complete Access Control System in a Convenient Package

    Updated: 2010-11-30 19:00:05
    Alarm Controls LNB-12 Complete Single Door Access Control System with 1500 Pound Magnetic Lock   The Alarm Controls LNB-12 Complete Single Door Access Control System with 1500 Pound Magnetic Lock included everything you need to set up access control to an entryway. The system includes a 1500 pound magnetic lock which will keep the door [...]

  • Deal of the Day–Control Lighting, Temperature, Blinds, Security and Much More

    Updated: 2010-11-30 16:00:22
    Cooper Wiring Devices RFBER Aspire RF Home Controller Cooper Wiring Devices’ Aspire RF™ Home Controller is an advanced home automation controller that’s designed to simplify your life by integrating and automating the major systems of your home. Use it to monitor and control lighting, appliances, climate, security, telephones, irrigation, window shades and home entertainment equipment. [...]

  • X-FAB Silicon Foundries Announces Ready-to-Use Hall Sensor

    Updated: 2010-11-30 08:00:12
    X-FAB Silicon Foundries, the leading analog/mixed-signal foundry and expert in “More than Moore” technologies, became the first pure-play foundry to deliver integrated Hall effect functionality as a fully characterized, documented and ready-to-use Hall sensor device. Implemented in X-FAB’s 0.18 micrometer high-voltage process technology (XH018), the new low-power, highly sensitive magnetic field sensor device is a [...]

  • Extend Your HDTV Display Up to 196 Feet from Its Source!

    Updated: 2010-11-30 04:00:42
    Vanco International 280532 HDMI Over Single CAT 5e Cable Extender Tired of having your HDTV and cable box/DVD player chained together? The Vanco 280532 gives you the ability to move your television up to 196 feet away from whatever device you are using as a source. Your video device HDMI plugs into the transmitter unit, [...]

  • Arm/Disarm Your System and Trigger Panic Buttons from One Compact Unit

    Updated: 2010-11-29 17:40:49
    GE Security TX-4015-01-2 DesignLine 5-Button Keyfob, Black The TX-4015-01-2 DesignLine 5-Button Keyfob makes GE Security systems easier to use than ever before. This small but powerful touchpad acts like an electronic key to arm and disarm systems wirelessly, activate police or auxiliary panic alarms and turn lights on or off from up to 500 feet [...]

  • Mintchell Video Report: SPS/Drives 2010 Recap

    Updated: 2010-11-29 12:01:35
    Back in the United States, Gary Mintchell, Editor in Chief, provides a video report on the SPS/Drives (http://www.mesago.de/en/SPS/home.htm) show in Nuremberg, Nov. 22-24, 2010. The theme at the show was safety plcs (http://www.automationworld.com/index.php?option=com_search&searchphrase=exact&searchword=safety+plcs&submit=Go)and safety networking, with a big emphasis on Industrial Ethernet. Also included are company reports, along with a spotlight on Siemens and Beckhoff announcements.

  • Beckhoff in Joint Venture To Develop Servo Motors

    Updated: 2010-11-29 10:40:45
    The German-based supplier is linking up with Elau founder Erwin Fertig as part of a push to expand its Motion division.

  • Siemens Launches Software Engineering Framework

    Updated: 2010-11-29 10:14:39
    The TIA Portal is designed to simplify automation development and commissioning, and forms the basis for offering in the company’s Totally Integrated Automation portfolio.

  • SPS/Drives Coverage: Beckhoff To Develop Line of Servo Motors

    Updated: 2010-11-29 06:38:08
    In an announcement at a press conference at the SPS/Drives Fair in Nuremberg on Nov. 23, Beckhoff Automation Managing Director Hans Beckhoff announced a joint venture with Fertig Motors GmbH to develop servomotors specifically for Beckhoff's PC-based Control and EtherCat--the networking technology championed by Beckhoff.

  • Aube Technologies Thermostat 3 Stage Heat 1 Stage Cool

    Updated: 2010-11-28 00:15:07
    Uses State-of-the-Art Adaptive Controllers for Maximum Comfort and Efficiency Aube Technologies Th144-N-3H2C Non-Programmable Thermostat 3 Stage Heat 1 Stage Cool The TH144 thermostat will upgrade your mechanical thermostat and climate control system without breaking your budget. The digital display allows for easy viewing and setup. Automatic changeover makes maintaining ambient temperature simple. A keypad lockout [...]

  • Teams Rule

    Updated: 2010-11-27 06:07:28
    This month seems to be a leadership and teamwork month.

  • Serving Automation Professionals with a Passion

    Updated: 2010-11-27 06:07:26
    How could a promotion and an exciting career move be so bittersweet?

  • Control Your HVAC System Z-Wave Thermostat

    Updated: 2010-11-26 19:15:10
      Residential Control Systems TZ43 Z-Wave Thermostat The TZ43 gives you to luxury of controlling your central heating and cooling and HVAC systems wirelessly through a Z-Wave controller. With a large, backlit graphical display, control buttons and status LEDs, this thermostat is simple to program and add to your Z-Wave network. The display screen can [...]

  • Economical, Easy to Operate LED Keypad

    Updated: 2010-11-26 15:00:33
    GE Security NX-108E 8 Zone NetworX LED Keypad The stylish, economical LED keypad works with NetworX security systems to provide control for 8 zones. Constructed of heavy-duty white ABS plastic, this keypad is simple to use with clear, easy to read status light indicators. Cost-effective keypad Controls up to 8 zones Easy to use Simple [...]

  • Hot Deal on a Great Gift–Desk Lamp!

    Updated: 2010-11-25 22:00:56
    Grandrich ES-213N 13-Watt Desk Lamp – Black The Grandrich ES-213N 13-Watt Desk Lamp offers the sleek and innovative design that truly defines the look and feel of this desk lamp. It brightens up your room and saves up to 80% of the energy normally used to produce an equal level of light. It features a [...]

  • Standardized Document Management Improves Knowledge Sharing

    Updated: 2010-11-25 03:51:06
    Document management is a fundamental asset-information-management (AIM) issue, and plays a critical role within both project management and operations.

  • Tata Steel—Mammoth Projects On Time and On Budget

    Updated: 2010-11-25 03:51:02
    Before 2005, Tata Steel—one of the largest steel producers in India—created an optimistic plan and a pessimistic plan for its plant projects.

  • FDT Gains Momentum

    Updated: 2010-11-25 03:51:00
    The FDT Group has announced a new agreement with the CC-Link Partner Association, a new role for Emerson Process Management, and formation of a new China FDT Association.

  • Why Don't Financial Metrics Provide Operational Insights?

    Updated: 2010-11-24 19:10:38
    It is said that accounting is the language of business.

  • Bad News Shrinks, Good News Grows for Metal Formers

    Updated: 2010-11-24 10:37:27
    Like other industries during the recent recession, precision metalforming bled jobs and revenue.

  • Intel's Multi-core Technology Consolidates Controls

    Updated: 2010-11-24 10:37:25
    Ian Gilvarry believes that the main attraction of Intel's multi-core processor is how it allows industrial automation vendors to create solutions using personal-computer (PC)-based technology and other standards-based components.

  • Laird Technologies Gains M2M Products by Acquiring Cattron Group

    Updated: 2010-11-23 17:09:19
    Laird Technologies, a global leader in the design and supply of customized, performance critical components and systems for advanced electronics wireless products, announced its acquisition of Cattron Group International, Inc. Cattron’s sales revenues for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010 were $53.8 million. The purchase expands the scope of Laird Technologies’ wireless machine-to-machine (M2M) [...]

  • Feed Forward: MESA, Change, Manufacturing, Food Safety

    Updated: 2010-11-23 06:52:27
    I'm sitting in the Swiss Air lounge in Zurich before continuing to Nuremberg and the SPS/Drives show. Yes, my life seems to be one airport lounge after another--well, not really.

  • Mintchell Video Report: All About Automation

    Updated: 2010-11-22 23:00:00
    On his way to the SPS/IPC/DRIVES 2010 show, Gary Mintchell, Editor in Chief, talks about teamwork and leadership after visiting with many movers and shakers within the Automation community this past Fall. Gary talks about a new book, called "The Executive and the Elephant (http://books.google.com/books?id=4GKFai66N0QC&printsec=frontcover&dq=executive+and+the+elephant&source=bl&ots=vgZH9VP1CZ&sig=0fvq-effZmQrmlnbkVKbKJVWoFo&hl=en&ei=MbbqTPeQDYeYnAfplvXjDQ&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=2&ved=0CBoQ6AEwAQ#v=onepage&q&f=false)," written by Richard L. Daft. The book deals with your "inner" rational CEO and the drives and emotions that prevent initiatives from getting started. Also discussed is the upcoming Packaging Automation Forum (htttp://www.packworld.com/paf) in 2011.

  • Linear Actuator Products with Programming Capability

    Updated: 2010-11-22 12:36:58
    Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions IDEA™ Drive technology is now available across the line of linear actuator products including the Size 17 stepper motor linear actuators, LRS™ and RGS® linear rail systems, and ScrewRail® linear actuators.

  • New Interactive Catalog Employs Powerful Search Tool

    Updated: 2010-11-22 12:28:29
    Banner Engineering announces that the company's 2010 Catalog, featuring the complete selection of Banner sensor and safety products, is now available in an interactive online version.

  • Upcoming Webcast: Building a Real-Time Ethernet Network

    Updated: 2010-11-22 12:21:53
    Join us for a FREE hour-long presentation on the different strengths and weakness of Industrial Ethernet variants for common industrial applications.

  • New White Paper on an ISA-95 Application in a Steel Plant

    Updated: 2010-11-22 12:21:08
    In industrial batch/continuous production environments, production scheduling is concerned with allocating resources such as tanks, reactors and other processing equipment to production tasks.

  • Software Simplifies Programming and Speed Time

    Updated: 2010-11-21 23:43:04
    GE Intelligent Platforms announced the release of Proficy Machine Edition 6.5, a universal development environment for HMI, motion, and control applications that all share a single workspace and tool set.

  • Image Code Reader

    Updated: 2010-11-21 23:35:06
    SICK, one of the world's leading manufacturers of sensors, safety systems, machine vision, and automatic identification products for factory and logistics automation, today announced the ICR845-2L FlexLens Image Code Reader will be at Pack Expo in booth #N-3816.

  • Ethernet Shielded Cables

    Updated: 2010-11-21 23:27:14
    Belden, a global leader in signal transmission solutions for mission-critical applications, has added two 600V AWM-rated, shielded cables to its DataTuff Industrial Ethernet line.

  • Enhanced Version of Centum VP

    Updated: 2010-11-21 23:20:22
    Yokogawa Electric Corporation announces that it will release version R4.03 of the company’s flagship product, the CENTUM® VP integrated production control system, on November 11.

  • Identity Automation

    Updated: 2010-11-19 19:51:25
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  • Identity Automation

    Updated: 2010-11-19 19:51:24
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  • exida Accredited to Provide ISASecure Mark

    Updated: 2010-11-19 11:17:19
    The company is the first certification lab to achieve ANSI/ACLASS accreditation under the ISASecure EDSA Certification program, which is focused on security of embedded devices.

  • Feed Forward: Designing With People in Mind

    Updated: 2010-11-18 23:00:00
    I used to always ask suppliers of HMI or operator interface products or even other products if there was a science to developing interfaces. I'd often get blank stares. I've asked the same thing about developing dashboards—same response most of the time.

  • EtherCAT Motion Controllers

    Updated: 2010-11-17 21:07:33
    ACS Motion Control, an international manufacturer of advanced multi-axis motion and machine controllers, has developed an advanced motion controller designed to address requirements of the most demanding industrial applications, the new family of the SPiiPlus EtherCAT controllers address the needs of high performance machinery with demanding multi-axis motion of up to 32 axes and soon up to 64 axes.

  • Fanless Industrial PC

    Updated: 2010-11-17 20:52:59
    Nematron Corporation announces the launch of a new low-cost, fanless version of the popular ePC-Series of Industrial Computers, the ePC "Lite".

  • Company Ranked One of Atlanta’s Best Places to Work

    Updated: 2010-11-17 20:35:49
    AutomationDirect has been named one of Atlanta's Best Places to Work in 2010 by the Atlanta Business Chronicle.

  • HMI Devices with IP69K Protection

    Updated: 2010-11-17 20:27:53
    B&R Industrial Automation offers certified IP69K protection for its HMI devices ranging from visualization terminals with modular interface cards to Power Panels with integrated control and drive technology.

  • Identity Automation

    Updated: 2010-11-16 22:37:28
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  • Swiss Baumer Group Boosts Indian Presence with Waaree Instruments Acquisition

    Updated: 2010-11-16 22:37:28
    The deal is expected to give Baumer a leading position in the Indian market and complements the company’s international expansion strategy.

  • Open-Silicon Tapes Out 2.4GHz Processor with Cadence Silicon Realization

    Updated: 2010-11-16 15:32:38
    Cadence Design Systems (India) Pvt Ltd., a subsidiary of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CDNS), announced that Open-Silicon, Inc., a leading semiconductor company focused on ASIC design, develop-to-spec, and derivative ICs, has successfully taped out a breakthrough high-performance processor at over 2.4GHz under typical conditions utilizing the Cadence® Silicon Realization product line. Open-Silicon completed the [...]

  • Video Surveillance for Remote Locations

    Updated: 2010-11-16 04:18:14
    Longwatch unveils the XLP Low Power Video Surveillance System for remote areas, such as pipelines, well sites, pumping stations and other remote applications.

  • Identity Automation

    Updated: 2010-11-16 04:14:05
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  • Identity Automation

    Updated: 2010-11-16 04:14:04
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  • Identity Automation

    Updated: 2010-11-16 04:14:03
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  • Identity Automation

    Updated: 2010-11-16 04:14:03
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  • Identity Automation

    Updated: 2010-11-16 04:14:02
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  • Easy Updates Give Public Works Department Advantages of Manufacturing Intelligence

    Updated: 2010-11-15 23:19:24
    When a major Midwestern municipality decided to upgrade the control system that managed it wastewater system, it recognized the potential value of utilizing system data to make more informed decisions and, ultimately, reduce on-going operating costs.

  • Mercury Computer Systems Unveils HCD2100, BCC-301 AMC Modules

    Updated: 2010-11-15 15:03:48
    Mercury Computer Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: MRCY), a trusted provider of high-performance, real-time embedded computing, announced enhanced xTCA subsystems for demanding applications. These new subsystems provide high density, multi-core processing power and next generation serial RapidIO®, supporting twice the bandwidth of current solutions and delivering new Quality of Service capabilities. Read more: Mercury Computer Systems Unveils [...]

  • New Smart Phone App for remote SCADA, Process Control

    Updated: 2010-11-14 23:00:00
    A new smart phone app, called the ProSoft i-View from ProSoft Technology, provides real-time remote SCADA and process control capability for plant operators.

  • New Sony Reader E-book Reader Models Coming Soon

    Updated: 2010-11-13 18:48:39
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  • Raise MES Stature, Says Study

    Updated: 2010-11-11 23:16:47
    A new research report analyzes top manufacturing execution system vendors, and emphasizes that MES should be viewed as a corporate-wide business application of equal importance to ERP, SCM and PLM systems.

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  • Feed Forward: OPC In The Cloud

    Updated: 2010-11-11 23:00:00
    Cloud computing--a computing solution that utilizes the Internet to access files on remote servers--continues to show momentum.

  • Automation Minutes - 11.11.10

    Updated: 2010-11-11 14:16:18
    Gary analyzes the changes at Rockwell Automation and reflects on the PSUG and Automation Fair week in Orlando. He includes pieces of interviews with CEO Keith Nosbusch and CTO Sujeet Chand. "It's an exciting time to be in manufacturing."

  • Feed Forward: Maintain Your Wireless Networks

    Updated: 2010-11-11 10:49:39
    Here's a set of new tools to keep your wireless networks at optimum performance. AirMagnet, now part of Fluke Networks, releases new versions of its AirMagnet Survey PRO 8.0 (including the AirMagnet Planner module) and AirMagnet WiFi Analyzer PRO 9.0. 

  • International Cyber-security Standard Published to Protect Global Critical Infrastructure

    Updated: 2010-11-11 01:57:20
    The International Instrument Users Association has released a comprehensive cyber-security standard to protect critical industrial computer systems from cyber attack.

  • Accenture Acquires Mogenesis, Embedded Software Services

    Updated: 2010-11-10 17:29:57
    Accenture (NYSE:ACN) has completed its acquisition of Beijing Genesis Interactive Technology Co., Ltd. (Mogenesis), a Beijing-based embedded software services company that provides mobile software outsourcing services and solution licensing for companies in China. The acquisition will build on the expertise, design, development, testing and outsourcing capabilities of Accenture Embedded Software Services, which helps clients innovate [...]

  • Rockwell’s Automation Fair Draws a Crowd

    Updated: 2010-11-09 23:50:34
    With more than 11,000 attendees on hand, Rockwell Automation rolled out significant new products, while CEO Nosbusch stressed the economic importance of manufacturing.

  • High-performance Motor Driver Packages

    Updated: 2010-11-09 18:14:08
    Four new linear motor driver packages are designed for greater ease of use and higher performance in positioning applications. 

  • PackML World Tour promotes business process improvements through industry standard

    Updated: 2010-11-09 18:02:29
    PackML World Tour initiative is led by a group of packaging machine builders that are volunteering to present the business benefits of PackML to consumer packaged goods companies (CPGs).

  • Pharmaceutical pavilion planned for Pack Expo Las Vegas 2011

    Updated: 2010-11-09 17:54:19
    Responding to industry requests, PMMI announces pharmaceutical pavilion will make its debut at Pack Expo Las Vegas next year.

  • Variable Frequency Drives

    Updated: 2010-11-09 09:07:09
    Amtech Drives, a newcomer to the U.S., releases a new line of low-voltage drives for the U.S.

  • Energy Monitoring Appliance

    Updated: 2010-11-09 06:47:37
    The new OptoEMU Sensor offers small to medium sized commercial and industrial facilities to gather energy consumption data from its electrical panels, metering devices and other equipment.

  • Video: Pack Expo 2010 - B&R Automation

    Updated: 2010-11-08 23:00:00
    In this video report, Wes Iversen, Managing Editor, talks with Nathan Massey, regional sales manager, B&R Automation and he demonstrates a Web-based remote diagnostic service being offered by B&R. With the service, B&R can provide remote diagnostic help for customers, or users can remotely access machine information themselves using Internet Explorer.

  • Mintchell Video Report - Automation Fair Recap

    Updated: 2010-11-07 23:00:00
    Gary Mintchell, Editor in Chief, has been logging a lot of airline miles this fall covering user group conferences for Automation World. And last week was no exception. In this video report, he provides an update on Rockwell's most recent path, integrated control, redundant networks and his interviews with Keith Nosbusch, ceo, Rockwell Automation and cto, Sujeet Chand.

  • Asset Reliability

    Updated: 2010-11-05 13:21:19
    As we head into winter, signs of improving economic indicators have businesses more confident, but increased worker productivity also adds to that feeling. 

  • Terminal Blocks Simplify DCS Marshalling

    Updated: 2010-11-05 12:07:17
    The WMF 2.5 terminal block series is specifically designed for the challenging demands of DCS marshalling applications—notably to simplify wiring, reduce required cabinet space, increase functionality, and expand wire routing and signal distribution capabilities. 

  • Versatile, Miniature Circuit Breakers

    Updated: 2010-11-05 12:05:16
    The Eaton WMZT series miniature circuit breakers have been added to the vendor’s offering of circuit protection devices. 

  • Rugged, Compact Absolute Encoders

    Updated: 2010-11-05 12:03:08
    Kübler 2430 shaft and 2440 hollow shaft miniature encoders are now available in absolute versions. 

  • Programmable Dual-line Display Meter

    Updated: 2010-11-05 12:01:04
    The PAX2A Dual Line Display Meter can display input, total, minimum, maximum or set points on a 0.7-in. high 6-digit main LCD display, which offers three programmable colors: red, orange and green. 

  • Remote Control for Liquid Hydrocarbons

    Updated: 2010-11-05 10:55:24
    The ROC800L liquid hydrocarbon remote controller is designed to measure and control a wide range of liquid hydrocarbons, including crude oil, refined products, specialty products, lubricating oils and light hydrocarbons. 

  • Vision Software Surpasses BLOB Tools

    Updated: 2010-11-05 10:53:29
    Machine Vision systems commonly use a series of edge or BLOB (Binary Large OBject) algorithms to locate and inspect parts. 

  • DIN-rail Fan Hits Hot Spots

    Updated: 2010-11-05 10:50:54
    Billed as the first DIN-rail-mounted fan for thermal management issues in enclosures or cabinets, the SpotCool DIN rail mount fan is designed to provide an energy-efficient alternative to design-in cooling solutions. 

  • HMIs Extend to 24-inch Size

    Updated: 2010-11-05 10:46:02
    The vendor has extended its Control Panel and Panel PC series with a larger 24-in. TFT display. 

  • Linear Sensors Extend Range

    Updated: 2010-11-05 08:33:57
    The R-Series linear-position sensors product line has been expanded by doubling the available length for the flexible pipe version. 

  • Controller Boosts Flow Rates

    Updated: 2010-11-05 08:30:36
    The GF Series ultra-high purity mass flow controllers have been enhanced to deliver a new level of performance and flexibility. 

  • RTU Extends Capabilities

    Updated: 2010-11-04 23:58:55
    The T-BOX LP wireless RTU is said to provide unprecedented functionality in an ultra-low-power product by bringing IP/Web/telemetry technology and programmable automation capabilities to a product class that is normally limited to monitoring and data logging. 

  • RTU Tightens Remote Control

    Updated: 2010-11-04 23:56:07
    The RC500 Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) is a modular and scalable controller designed to easily integrate with SCADA technology to give industrial manufacturers tighter control of remote operations. 

  • Multi-fiber-port Ethernet Switch

    Updated: 2010-11-04 23:53:39
    As an additional gigabit model for the vendor’s fully-managed compact Industrial Ethernet switch series, the 7012FX2 provides eight copper ports, two fiber ports and two gigabit ports (SFP transceivers optional) for maximum flexibility in industrial environments. 

  • Updated IPCs Provide Versatility

    Updated: 2010-11-04 23:45:33
    The updated 758 Series IPCs pair CoDeSys V2 software, Linux OS, IEC programming languages and multiple onboard fieldbus protocols for real-time control applications. 

  • Gateways Add DF1 Support

    Updated: 2010-11-04 23:40:55
    Support for DF1 communication has been added into the entire range of Anybus Communicator gateways.  

  • Software Upgrade Integrates Controllers

    Updated: 2010-11-04 23:38:50
    With the latest release of EZware software, the vendor expands its PLC support to more fully integrate its HMIs with controllers from Allen-Bradley and Siemens. 

  • USB Isolator Blocks Spikes

    Updated: 2010-11-04 23:36:09
    The compact, industrial-rated USB-Isolator provides a high-voltage isolation barrier for USB 2.0 or 1.1 connections from computers to USB devices. 

  • Determinism: Don't Change A Thing

    Updated: 2010-11-04 23:29:56
    Ethernet has displaced many industrial networks over the past few years, as many users made the transition from a range of fieldbuses.

  • Networking: Determined To Improve Precision

    Updated: 2010-11-04 23:10:21
    Deterministic networks synchronize movement so that rapid processes can maintain accuracy.

  • Assuring Packet Delivery

    Updated: 2010-11-04 23:04:20
    Classical Ethernet was partly based on probability theory.

  • Automate, Optimize Alarm Reponses

    Updated: 2010-11-04 23:00:00
    The Proficy SCADA Alarm Response Management Solution Pack provides operators with step-by-step instructions during alarm events, takes automatic action on nuisance alarms and escalates alarm notification to speed response, minimize training time and costs, decrease errors, rework and waste, and improve safety. 

  • New Pocket PLC Offers Expanded Memory

    Updated: 2010-11-04 23:00:00
    The updated RIO Pocket PLC, from Galil Motion Control, now offers 400 lines of program memory, 254 symbolic variables and six programmable PID loops compared to two in previous versions.

  • Sensor Detects Irregular Shapes

    Updated: 2010-11-04 22:46:53
    The WL27-3 Reflex Array photoelectric sensor is designed to provide reliable leading edge detection of irregular shaped objects. 

  • End Alarm System Design Guesswork

    Updated: 2010-11-04 22:44:53
    As an  alarm rationalization tool designed to take the guesswork out of alarm system design, SILAlarm supports compliance with the ISA18.2 alarm management standard and good engineering practices. 

  • Rugged ORP Sensors

    Updated: 2010-11-04 22:42:20
    The S10 and S17 ORP Sensors (for oxidation reduction potential) feature a no-glass design with platinum or gold sensor tips to operate safely in a wide range of the most demanding applications. 

  • Versatile E-stop Switch Family

    Updated: 2010-11-04 22:40:12
    A line of six different styles of e-stop push buttons are designed to address a wide range of specifications and applications. 

  • Ultrahigh-temperature UPS

    Updated: 2010-11-04 22:38:03
    UL Listed for operation up to 65ºC, the SSG Series ultra-high temperature, double conversion, online UPS family has been specifically designed to withstand temperature environments that would destroy other UPS products. 

  • Drives Provide Better Match

    Updated: 2010-11-04 22:34:28
    The Allen-Bradley Kinetix 3 component servo drive is designed to provide machine builders with the ability to better match the needs of manufacturers without the complexity of traditional servo solutions. 

  • Collect, Analyze, Report Factory Data

    Updated: 2010-11-04 22:31:19
    The Freedom eWare software suite is billed as the first all-encompassing manufacturing data reporting platform to provide performance, utilization and availability feedback from any industrial asset on the plant floor. 

  • Explosion-proof Enclosures

    Updated: 2010-11-04 22:26:07
    CSA International has certified the BH Field-Mount Instrumentation Enclosures as Explosion-Proof. 

  • Laser Module for Machine Vision

    Updated: 2010-11-04 22:23:55
    The PNF laser module is designed specifically for machine vision applications, including 3D profiling and imaging, dimensional scanning, high-speed road and rail inspection, web inspection, fluorescence and illumination. 

  • Firewall Security for OPC Classic

    Updated: 2010-11-04 22:21:40
    The Tofino OPC Enforcer firewall—part of the Tofino Industrial Security Solution—is designed to lock down any industrial network using the previously hard-to-secure OPC Classic protocol. 

  • Digital Pen Streamlines Processes

    Updated: 2010-11-04 22:18:36
    To reduce the need for paper trails and redundant data entry, and to help streamline business processes, the digital pen works by interpreting free handwriting and converting it into computer-recognizable text. 

  • DAQ Software Supports OPC UA

    Updated: 2010-11-04 22:16:04
    OmniServer Version 2.7 is the latest upgrade to the vendor’s universal data acquisition software featuring support for the OPC Unified Architecture (OPC UA). 

  • Plug-and-play USB DAQ

    Updated: 2010-11-04 22:14:03
    X Series multifunction data acquisition (DAQ) devices for USB integrate high-performance analog measurement and control channels, digital I/O and counter/timers onto a single plug-and-play device, which engineers and scientists can use for a wide variety of portable test, measurement and data-logging applications. 

  • Versatile Portable Data Logger

    Updated: 2010-11-04 22:11:41
    The RDXL120 series of compact portable data loggers have an easy to-read screen display and easy-to-read view TFT LCD, even outdoors. 

  • Four-channel, High-speed DAQ

    Updated: 2010-11-04 22:09:48
    The PCIe-1744 4-channel, 12-bit, ultra high-speed analog data-acquisition card with PCI express interface is capable of handling analog-to-digital sampling simultaneously and independently on all four channels. 

  • Emerson Process Management’s John Berra Retires, Offers Thoughts On 40 Years

    Updated: 2010-11-04 21:12:38
    From the importance of automation advances to techniques for successful acquisitions, Berra reflects on a long and fruitful career.

  • International SEMATECH Announced Mature Fabs Program

    Updated: 2010-11-04 14:49:19
    To improve manufacturing productivity, cost and cycle time for a targeted segment of manufacturers in the semiconductor industry, International SEMATECH Manufacturing Initiative (ISMI), announced that it has launched a new Mature Fabs program. ISMI’s Mature Fabs program will be dedicated to addressing the challenges faced by semiconductor companies with mature fabs, including cost and productivity [...]

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    Updated: 2010-11-04 07:41:59
    It appears that the combination of disruptive technologies gathered around open source, cloud and Software as as Service (SaaS) are gathering momentum. In this podcast, Gary Mintchell, Editor in Chief, discusses this topic as it related to manufacturing and the implications.

  • Manufacturing Growth Continues, While Survey Shows Weak Jobs Outlook

    Updated: 2010-11-04 07:08:12
    Two recent reports paint a mixed picture on the U.S. manufacturing front.

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  • Power ISA v2.06 Rev B Supports Multiple Operating Systems on Embedded Cores

    Updated: 2010-11-03 17:11:46
    Power.org[tm], the open collaborative organization that enables, develops and promotes Power Architecture® technology, has finalized the Power ISA[tm] Version 2.06 Revision B, which allows multiple operating systems to run over multiple embedded cores providing the requisite isolation and protection while increasing performance through hardware virtualization. Power ISA is the base for all Power processor hardware [...]

  • Live Video Feeds available with SCADA Software

    Updated: 2010-11-03 15:15:30
    Schneider Electric releases the latest version of its Vijeo Citect V7.20 SCADA software that offers better performance due to improvements in operating systems technology and native integration of real-time video.

  • Feed Forward: Open Source, Subscription Software Becoming a Trend

    Updated: 2010-11-03 12:35:38
    It appears that the combination of disruptive technologies gathered around open source, cloud and Software as as Service (SaaS) are gathering momentum. I think this cluster of technologies has the power to disrupt ERP and MES, perhaps many more applications.

  • 5S - Unintended Consequences

    Updated: 2010-11-03 07:52:49
    I've heard that application of the 5S methodology is having some unintended consequences in the area of maintenance. Is this possibly a miss-application of the process or are there some roads that 5S will lead you down that were not intended?

  • Mechatronics at PackExpo

    Updated: 2010-11-03 07:50:41
    PMMI has been hard at work creating their new mechatronics certificate program, the next phase of which is being rolled out at PackExpo.

  • Swim Upstream in a Down Market

    Updated: 2010-11-03 07:29:00
    Today, U.S. automation businesses seem to be focusing on foreign markets, while waiting for growth to trickle down from a domestic market upturn.

  • Standards, Standards, Standards

    Updated: 2010-11-03 07:24:52
    A young person approaches a New Yorker on a street near Carnegie Hall and asks, "Pardon me, sir, how do I get to Carnegie Hall?" To which, the New Yorker replies, "Practice, practice, practice."

  • What Is PAS 55, and Why Should You Care?

    Updated: 2010-11-03 07:17:38
    The absence of standards for managing physical assets leaves technology suppliers with little direction on how to design appropriate products, and industrial enterprises with no guidance for developing initiatives. 

  • The 2011 Asset Performance Management Outlook

    Updated: 2010-11-03 07:04:01
    The year 2010 has been uncertain until now, especially in the context of asset management. 

  • International Trade: Stay OnThe Right Side of the Law

    Updated: 2010-11-03 06:46:19
    Don’t Run Afoul of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. In 2009, the U.S. Department of Justice prosecuted 34 Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) cases.

  • Closing The Loop With Information

    Updated: 2010-11-03 06:41:04
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