• Compliance with Food Safety Regulations

    Updated: 2011-02-28 07:54:07
    Our company has conducted research in the food safety and traceability space for the past five years. Last year’s report started by citing President Obama’s creation of a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) working group focused on the topic, and a prediction that “change is on the way.” This year, we will start by stating that change has arrived, and the Food Safety Modernization Act has passed.

  • Feed Forward: Automation Partnerships

    Updated: 2011-02-26 05:57:34
    Here are some interesting pieces of news from today's release wire. ODVA entices a new principal member and National Instruments is reselling someone else's technology.

  • Automation beefs up alternative energy

    Updated: 2011-02-25 15:33:39
    Alternative energy opportunities can hide in the most obvious places—like waste heat. Holcim Switzerland—a cement plant in Untervaz, Switzerland—is using automation technology from ABB Ltd., the Zurich, Switzerland-based power and automation supplier, to turn wasted heat into electrical power.

  • Integrators Link Wind Farms to the Grid

    Updated: 2011-02-25 15:33:37
    Wind farms are considered to be the modern face of energy in the United States, although such energy has been generated for centuries using windmills. At the end of 2009, more than 35,600 Megawatts (MW) of wind power were generated in the United States.

  • High Property Tax Assessments: Should Your Company Appeal?

    Updated: 2011-02-25 15:33:34
    Manufacturers may table capital expenditure plans, postpone hiring regular employees or take other measures to avoid various expenses. One expense they cannot avoid, however, is annual business property tax.

  • Going for the Wind Above the Turbines

    Updated: 2011-02-25 15:33:32
    The problem with traditional wind turbines is wind. Sometimes, the turbines turn and sometimes, they don’t.

  • X-FAB Design for Reliability Webinar

    Updated: 2011-02-25 07:58:18
    X-FAB Silicon Foundries will host a webinar titled, Design for Reliability – How Process and Design Work Together to Enable Robust Technologies. The one-hour webcast will provide an overview of the underlying physics of reliability issues. The online seminar is ideal for anyone that wants to learn about the underlying physics of reliability issues and [...]

  • Imec, Renesas Team on Scaldio SAW-Less Reconfigurable Transceiver

    Updated: 2011-02-24 15:02:40
    Imec and Renesas Electronics teamed together on a highly-linear reconfigurable transceiver that eliminates the need of surface acoustic wave (SAW) filters. Their research relaxes the requirements of the antenna filters, which currently suffers from limited flexibility due to the high filtering specs. The fully reconfigurable transceiver Scaldio is an important step towards our integrated RF [...]

  • Wireless LAN Ethernet Port Adapters

    Updated: 2011-02-24 14:48:11
    Industrial wireless solution provider connectBlue reveals solution that maintains the signal quality on the existing wireless connection when the scanning for a new network is initiated; for instance, as a device in motion is moving from one access point to another.

  • Quick-release Connector Mechanism

    Updated: 2011-02-24 14:34:15
    Siemens Industry, Inc. announced today the introduction of Speed Connect, a new quick release mechanism that protects against vibration shakeout on its Motion-Connect® line of power and signal cables.

  • Eco-Friendly Inductive Proximity Sensors

    Updated: 2011-02-24 13:25:54
    Carlo Gavazzi is pleased to announce the launch of the ICB Series, a new generation of Eco-Friendly Inductive Proximity Sensors, with advanced and innovative features.

  • White Paper: How Stuxnet Spreads

    Updated: 2011-02-24 13:18:10
    Eric Byres, CTO of Byres Security Inc., Andrew Ginter, CTO of Abterra Technologies and Joel Langill, CSO of SCADAhacker.com announce today the release of their joint White Paper "How Stuxnet Spreads – A Study of Infection Paths in Best Practice Systems."

  • Molded Case Switches

    Updated: 2011-02-24 13:06:11
    The average generating capacity of photovoltaic installations is increasing every day, in all parts of the world.

  • Energy Management and Collaborative Management Model

    Updated: 2011-02-24 08:54:52
    While we’ve seen many examples of good practices in energy saving and efficiency initiatives and hear much discussion about the merits of energy management systems (EMS), energy management currently lacks a formal framework that integrates the supply chain and plant lifecycle issues with manufacturing operations and business functions.

  • Embedded Controller Integrates with Electronics, Pneumatics and I-O

    Updated: 2011-02-24 08:27:54
    The CoDeSys embedded controller CPX-CEC, with its IEC 61131-3 compatible programming environment, allows 61131 users to be able to use existing code, libraries and function blocks to reduce programming.

  • An International Standard With An Italian “Heart”

    Updated: 2011-02-24 07:42:38
    Italian companies took the lead in development of an international process control systems standard.

  • Training For Industrial Safety

    Updated: 2011-02-23 14:54:54
    Here's an interesting release I just received. It concerns a study on the value of training.

  • Nestlé views on OMAC Packaging Workgroup- An Interview with Dr. Bryan Griffen

    Updated: 2011-02-23 14:41:32
    On February 9th, I had the opportunity to interview incoming co-chair of the OMAC Packaging Workgroup, Dr. Bryan Griffen, Engineering and Automation Group Manager with the Nestlé Product Technology Center Orbe.

  • Clamp-on Digital Multimeters

    Updated: 2011-02-22 21:28:10
    Model HHM590 Series has over 10 full featured models to choose from.

  • President’s Day Sale!

    Updated: 2011-02-21 14:00:58

  • Design Automation Conference Work-in-Progress Presentations

    Updated: 2011-02-18 15:44:35
    The 2011 Design Automation Conference (DAC) will feature a Work-in-Progress (WIP) interactive track. The WIP track gives engineers the opportunity to present and discuss current work and early results. WIP submissions must address a technical problem, outline a solution, and provide some early results. Accepted WIP submissions will be presented at an interactive poster session [...]

  • Feed Forward Blog: Acquisition Activity Heats Up

    Updated: 2011-02-18 12:32:20
    GE continues to bolster its presence in various manufacturing, production and energy sectors with the proposed acquisition of the Well Support Division of John Wood Group PLC. Meanwhile, Siemens, no doubt watching is neighboring central European rival ABB picking up companies, has put out word that it is now in the acquisition hunt with a huge war chest.

  • Acquisition Activity Heats Up

    Updated: 2011-02-18 12:32:17
    GE continues to bolster its presence in various manufacturing, production and energy sectors with the proposed acquisition of the Well Support Division of John Wood Group PLC. Meanwhile, Siemens, no doubt watching is neighboring central European rival ABB picking up companies, has put out word that it is now in the acquisition hunt with a huge war chest.

  • NextGen Education and Research Robotics Virtual Summit

    Updated: 2011-02-17 15:39:03
    The NextGen Education and Research Robotics Virtual Summit will take place 10am-5pm EST on March 10, 2011. The virtual event will focus on the implementation of robotics to accelerate learning in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) among K-12 and college-level students. The free conference is ideal for educators, government representatives, robotics solution providers, integrators, [...]

  • Convert your Toilet into an Automatic, Germ-free Toilet in Five Minutes

    Updated: 2011-02-15 19:00:21
    iTouchless SF001C Sensor Flush Automatic Tank Price: Normally $129.95 Hot Deal $63.89 The iTouchless SF001C Sensor Flush Automatic Tank is an automatic sensor toilet flushing system that can retrofit most existing home tank style toilets. Touch Free Technology reduces cross contamination of germs and automatically flushes providing a cleaner toilet and convenience. Sensor Flush has [...]

  • Imec Reconfigurable Radio Solution for Spectrum Sensing

    Updated: 2011-02-15 15:44:56
    Imec introduced a digital front-end component for low-cost and low-power spectrum sensing. The reconfigurable radio solution offers increased flexibility and reliability for next-generation wireless devices. Imec’s cognitive reconfigurable radio solutions enable multi-mode communication and spectrum sensing. The development is ideal for such next-generation flexible radios. Read more: Imec Reconfigurable Radio Solution for Spectrum Sensing Twitter [...]

  • Modules earned GL Marine Approval

    Updated: 2011-02-14 23:00:00
    WAGO Corporation's 753 Series Pluggable I/O Modules and High-Density 16-Point I/O Modules have earned GL Marine Approval.

  • New HMI Series

    Updated: 2011-02-14 23:00:00
    The new Power Panel 500 generation, which is equipped with Intel Atom Z510, Z520 and Z530 processors, handles the performance range that was previously reserved for industrial PCs.

  • Three Phase Power Supply

    Updated: 2011-02-14 23:00:00
    ABB's new 3 phase switch mode power supply offer big new features in a cost efficient smaller package.

  • Over $1,600 in Savings- Inventory Clearance Sale!

    Updated: 2011-02-14 20:08:25
    Communicate and Listen to Music Throughout the House Price: Normally $1125.57 Hot Deal $675.34 You Save $450.23 The Performance of a DSLR, in About Half the Size and Weight Price: Normally $699.99 Hot Deal $649.99 You Save $50.00 State of the Art Home Theater Speakers Provide Amazing Sound Reproduction Price: Normally $479.00 Hot Deal $163.49 [...]

  • Remote-Control Catamaran is Actually a Fun, Effective Pool Cleaner

    Updated: 2011-02-14 20:00:29
    Dunn-Rite Pool JN06 Jet Net Remote-Control Pool Skimmer Price: Normally $139.99 Hot Deal $97.99 Turn pool-cleaning time into fun! The Jet Net Remote-Control Pool Skimmer removes all kinds of debris from your swimming pool’s surface, such as leaves and bugs, but this pool net is one you’ll actually enjoy using: This remote-control catamaran does all [...]

  • An Ideal Solution for Hard-To-Light Areas Around Your Home

    Updated: 2011-02-14 19:00:30
    Maxsa Innovations 40227 80 LED Security Flood Light Price: Normally $129.95 Hot Deal $96.98 The Maxsa Innovations 40227 80 LED Security Flood Light is the ideal solution for hard-to-light areas around your home. It installs in minutes and requires no electricity. Great for lighting up walkways, decks, porches, sheds, barns or garage and carport areas. [...]

  • Vision Software Release, Expanded Hardware Options

    Updated: 2011-02-14 18:31:06
    The company announces expanded hardware options with its VisionView CE software release that can be installed directly onto to Rockwell and Siemens CE panels.

  • Valentine’s Sale – 10% Off, Hurry Offer Expires Soon!

    Updated: 2011-02-14 14:00:03

  • Distribute Phone and Data to Up to Six Rooms

    Updated: 2011-02-13 23:00:41
    OnQ Legrand CO1000 6-Port Phone/Data Module Price: Normally $92.90 Hot Deal $68.31 The OnQ Legrand CO1000 6-Port Phone/Data Module gives homeowners the ability to distribute phone and data to up to six rooms with the convenience of a single pull of Cat 5 cable. Feature 100 Mbps Ethernet to existing Cat 5 based phone structure. [...]

  • New Industrial Monitor Blog

    Updated: 2011-02-13 23:00:00
    We are very excited to introduce our new Industrial Monitor and Touchscreen WebLog, a new service we are presenting to provide our customers with up-to-date news and information onindustrial displays and touchscreens.

  • Company Introduces Inspection Designer

    Updated: 2011-02-13 23:00:00
    Cognex Corporation today announced the launch of VisionPro® 7.0 machine vision software.

  • 3-A Approved Sanitary Probes

    Updated: 2011-02-13 23:00:00
    The 3-A Approved OMEGA® PRS-TMM12 series transducers are designed for use in Sanitary or Hygienic Clean-in-Place applications in the Food, Dairy, Beverage and BioPharmaceutical industries.

  • High-Quality Video, Even at Long Distance or In Dark

    Updated: 2011-02-13 19:00:29
    Vitek VTC-IRH70/650 Weatherproof IR 560TVL Bullet Camera, 300 Foot Range Price: Normally $630.00 Hot Deal $358.89 There are some areas you need to observe where the environment precludes the use of a basic camera. Vitek’s VTC-IRH70/650 is an excellent choice for outdoor areas where darkness, rain, or distance would create problems. With an impressive 70 [...]

  • Cyber Attacks Victimize Oil and Gas Companies

    Updated: 2011-02-13 14:18:36
    The so-called Night Dragon attacks, believed to originate in China, have been ongoing since 2009, report says.

  • Add the Atmosphere and Decor of a Fire Without the Mess or Expense of Traditional Fireplaces

    Updated: 2011-02-12 16:00:03
    Real Flame 1700-E Bentley Ventless Gel Fireplace, Espresso Price: Normally $605.00 Hot Deal $399.98 Why settle for a faux fireplace, when you can enjoy the crackle and ambiance of a Real Flame® fireplace. This attractive freestanding fireplace is a wall/corner convertible, and is truly portable. Choose to use it a on a flat wall or [...]

  • Security: Wireless Network Protection

    Updated: 2011-02-11 13:37:50
    With reports on security breaches appearing daily, the AirMagnet Enterprise, version 9.0, prevents access to unauthorized wireless networks and other information assets.  

  • Mobile Historian Smart Phone App

    Updated: 2011-02-10 13:08:42
    With mobile smart phone "apps" for HMI devices coming fast and furious, and not to be outdone, a new mobile historian solution joins the mobile movement.  

  • ODVA Announces Plans to Develop Energy Initiative

    Updated: 2011-02-10 10:14:05
    The energy initiative will provide better visibility of energy data for plant personnel and management.

  • ARC 2011: Hot Loading and Grey Bearding

    Updated: 2011-02-10 07:45:44
    Two interesting new buzzwords I picked up here at ARC in Orlando yesterday are "hot loading" and "grey bearding".

  • Have Peace of Mind Knowing You’ll Be Prepared in an Unexpected Power Outage, Emergency Back-Up Light Stays Lit When the Power Goes Out!

    Updated: 2011-02-09 20:00:39
    P3 International P4860 Super Bright LED Emergency Light Price: Normally $14.95 Hot Deal $9.28 When the lights go out, our Emergency Light will stay on! Thanks to its rechargeable battery, you will easily find your way to it. Use it as a night light; plug it in and enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep as the [...]

  • ARC 2011: Market Focus - Water/Wastewater

    Updated: 2011-02-09 05:03:22
    Below is a report from Automation World's Publisher, Jim Chrzan, at the ARC 2011 World Industry Forum, Orlando, Fla.

  • S3 Development Chooses Process Management Software

    Updated: 2011-02-08 23:00:00
    GE Intelligent Platforms today announced that its Proficy® Workflow work process management solution has been chosen by S3 Development Corporation of Nashua, New Hampshire, as the foundation for an Intelligent Control Room Management solution for the company’s natural gas and hazardous liquids customers.

  • Solar Kits for Remote Monitoring Devices

    Updated: 2011-02-08 23:00:00
    Get Reliable Power Anywhere.

  • Process Control Modules

    Updated: 2011-02-08 23:00:00
    The CS series of process control modules give you PID loop control of any process without using a PLC.

  • ARC World Industry Forum points to the need for packaging machinery standards

    Updated: 2011-02-08 08:45:27
    The opening session of ARC's World Industry Forum on driving innovation, sustainability and performance provided insights into the issues that are or will be affecting packagers and packaging machinery suppliers, even though the word packaging was never actually used.

  • ARC 2011: News & Product Announcements

    Updated: 2011-02-08 08:11:18
    (Updated 2/9/11) The first automation conference of 2011 is underway and see below for all the news and product announcements coming from the ARC 2011 World Industry Forum, Feb 8-11, Orlando, Fla.

  • ARC 2011: Market Insights with Doug Donzelli, Apprion

    Updated: 2011-02-08 06:24:36
    Jim Chrzan, Publisher, Automation World, sat down with Doug Donzelli, CEO, Apprion, at the 2011 ARC World Industry Forum and filed this report.

  • MOL Danube Refinery Named Hart Plant of the Year

    Updated: 2011-02-08 05:49:29
    A 2002 decision to install Hart-enabled devices has paid off for the Hungarian refinery, with savings estimated at $2 million.

  • ARC 2011: Invensys Announces ArchestrA Workflow

    Updated: 2011-02-08 05:48:11
    Invensys Operations Management presented next at the ARC Forum press conference announcing embedded ArchestrA Workflow software, a component of the company's open InFusionT Enterprise Control System (ECS). 

  • Redesigned Automation Site

    Updated: 2011-02-07 23:00:00
    More than a pretty interface.

  • Encapsulated Power Transformers

    Updated: 2011-02-07 23:00:00
    AutomationDirect has expanded its Hammond line of HPS Fortress commercial encapsulated power transformers.

  • Universal Thermocouple Connector

    Updated: 2011-02-07 23:00:00
    Omega’s new UTC-USB universal thermocouple connector accepts signals from 9 thermocouple types (J, K, T, E, R, S, B, C and N).

  • CPU Board

    Updated: 2011-02-07 23:00:00
    A new CPU board with an Intel® CoreTM2 Duo P8400 processor now provides an even more powerful platform for Automation PC 810 and Panel PC 800 devices.

  • Expanded Display Options for In-Sight Vision Systems

    Updated: 2011-02-07 23:00:00
    Cognex Corporation has announced a new option to deliver its VisionView® operator interface to third-party CE Panels.

  • ARC 2011: Mitsubishi Announces Process Automation Solution

    Updated: 2011-02-07 12:35:49
    Well known in machine control and machine tools plus variable frequency drives, Mitsubishi Electric Automation Inc. introduced its MELPAQ Process Solutions offering at the 13th Annual ARC Forum in Orlando.

  • ARC 2011: Apprion Releases Wireless Location Application

    Updated: 2011-02-07 10:23:52
    Location applications are one of the hot areas in automation.

  • ARC 2011: Pepperl+Fuchs Introduces Dynamic Arc Recognition and Termination System

    Updated: 2011-02-07 10:09:13
    Pepperl+Fuchs introduces the Dynamic Arc Recognition and Termination System (DART). 

  • ARC 2011: Yokogawa Automation Announcements

    Updated: 2011-02-06 23:08:10
    New Yokogawa American CEO Chet Mroz discussed directions that the company will take over the next few years. 

  • Red Lion Controls Opens Sales Office in Germany

    Updated: 2011-02-06 23:00:00
    Red Lion Controls, Inc. announces a new sales office in Sprockhövel, Germany. Red Lion's full line of industrial control solutions—including HMI products, process controls, panel meters, sensors and software—were previously available in Germany through the company's broad distribution network.

  • Registration Open for Smart Camera / Software Workshops

    Updated: 2011-02-06 23:00:00
    Matrox Imaging and North Coast Technical Sales are offering free 2-hour workshops on the Matrox Iris GT smart camera and Design Assistant software to coincide with Matrox Imaging.

  • Managed Ethernet Switches

    Updated: 2011-02-06 23:00:00
    Advantech Industrial Automation Group introduces two new 8-port EN50155 IP67 managed Ethernet switches, the EKI-6558TI and EKI-6559TMI.

  • Ethernet Switches

    Updated: 2011-02-06 23:00:00
    The MES Ethernet Switch is specially designed to work in industrial enviroments that require compliance with UL, CE, FCC, and RoHS Standards.

  • Transducer for Potentiometer

    Updated: 2011-02-06 23:00:00
    Phoenix Contact's MINI Analog transducer for potentiometers can convert and isolate an analog signal from the 0 to 100 kOhm range.

  • Apple iPad and Android Tablets Driving MEMS Market

    Updated: 2011-02-04 15:20:22
    According to new IHS iSuppli research, tablets (like the Apple iPad and Android tablets) are expected to be the fastest-growing market for microelectromechanical system (MEMS) in the consumer electronics and mobile segment in 2011. Sales of MEMS for use in tablets will increased by 373% to $140.4 million in 2011 (compared to $29.7 million in [...]

  • SasS Machine Learning Platform

    Updated: 2011-02-04 07:50:50
    The company releases the "first" machine learning platform for maintenance and plant automation systems with turnkey integration.

  • Automation Minutes - 2.04.11

    Updated: 2011-02-04 07:30:33
    Gary Mintchell, Editor in Chief, discusses the upcoming ARC Forum, Packaging Automation Forum (www.packworld.com/paf (http://www.packworld.com/paf)) in April, recent acquisitions by ABB and GE, MESA's certification training and automation company stock prices. Approximate length: 13:07.

  • MES/MOM Global Education Program Launched

    Updated: 2011-02-03 23:00:00
    A new certificate program from MESA International, as well as recent market research from Frost & Sullivan, may signal growing importance for manufacturing execution systems in today’s post-recession environment.

  • Rockwell Automation Announces Senior Leadership Appointments

    Updated: 2011-02-03 09:33:28
    Blake Moret and Frank Kulaszewicz will lead the company’s two operating segments, reporting to CEO Keith Nosbusch.

  • Mintchell Video Report: All Things Automation..and Conferences

    Updated: 2011-02-03 09:07:21
    Upcoming conferences are included in this episode of the Mintchell Video Report. Gary Mintchell, Editor in Chief, is heading to the ARC Conference in Orlando and hopes some informal breakout sessions can materialize during the conference. He also talks about the upcoming Packaging Automation Forum in April, the conference will have an afternoon segment devoted to Safety Automation, for more information visit, www.packworld.com/paf. Other topics include MESA certification training and analysis of the recent acquisitions by ABB and GE.

  • IVC Acquires Longwatch

    Updated: 2011-02-03 08:57:32
    The deal provides a major addition to the product line of Industrial Video & Control Co. for industrial video applications.

  • Feed Forward Blog: Another Automation Acquisition, Longwatch

    Updated: 2011-02-03 04:58:01
    Congratulations to Steve Rubin. He's been working to right Longwatch and get it a home. Now he's done both.

  • Factory-focused Ethernet Switches

    Updated: 2011-02-02 18:23:42
    A new series of compact Ethernet switches is focused on machine and factory automation applications.

  • Instruments Adds EtherNet/IP

    Updated: 2011-02-02 18:13:26
    The fieldbus protocols of the BLH-Nobel Weighing Systems G4 family of multichannel weight/force indicators have been expanded to include EtherNet/IP.

  • Servos Add EtherCat Interface

    Updated: 2011-02-02 18:09:51
    The BG family of brushless DC servo motors with drives covering an output power range of 40 to 500 watts are now available with an EtherCat interface, joining CANopen and Profibus DP (V1).

  • Unmanaged Ethernet Switches Debut

    Updated: 2011-02-02 18:05:40
    As the first two products in the MES family of industrial unmanaged Ethernet switches, the MESP 2406 and MESM 2408 offer six and eight ports, respectively.

  • Dissatisfaction Pushes the Envelope

    Updated: 2011-02-02 17:58:41
    Did you ever notice how engineers are never satisfied? You give them a tool for one thing, and then they want to see how it can be used in other ways.

  • Industrial Ethernet: Determined To Keep Running

    Updated: 2011-02-02 17:44:35
    Picking the right topology for determinism helps Ethernet handles more tasks with less downtime.

  • ABB and GE Wrap Up Major Acquisitions

    Updated: 2011-02-02 07:25:28
    Big deals for ABB and GE help move both companies toward stronger positions in key automation markets.

  • Identity Automation Newsletter February 2011

    Updated: 2011-02-02 03:52:41
    The Identity , Data and Access Management . Company If you are having difficulty viewing this email , click here Identity Management Solutions Newsletter FREE iPad We recently created a Facebook page and a Twitter account and are now on a quest to increase our following . Everyone that likes follows us during the month of February will be automatically entered to win an . iPad Like us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter 2011 Texas Computer Education Association Conference TCEA We will be at the Texas Computer Education Association Conference TCEA February 9-11, 2011 in Austin , Texas We will be partnering with Stoneware on Wednesday , February 9, 2011 and with Condrey Corp on Thursday and Friday , February 10-11, 2011. Be sure to stop by the Stoneware booth 523 on the 9th and the Condrey Corp

  • Next Generation of Power Controllers

    Updated: 2011-02-01 23:23:53
    A new line of power controllers, called Sirius Innovations, includes IO-Link communication modules that reduce control wiring and quickly snap onto contactors of direct, reversing or wye-delta motor starters. 

  • Stepper Motor Drivers

    Updated: 2011-02-01 23:00:00
    Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions, Inc., a premier manufacturer of engineered linear motion products, announces the addition of stepper motor drivers available for 24 hour shipment.

  • Flow Turbines

    Updated: 2011-02-01 23:00:00
    Omega’s new series of flow turbines are compact in design with a wide measuring range.

  • Expanded Pneumatics Line

    Updated: 2011-02-01 23:00:00
    AutomationDirect has added new tubing and hose options to its NITRA line of pneumatic components, including bonded straight and coiled styles.

  • RFID for easy user identification

    Updated: 2011-02-01 23:00:00
    The continuous integration of RFID in the field of automation makes it easy to link machine and system terminals in the logistics, production tracing and industrial IT structures.

  • Program Robots in RSLogix

    Updated: 2011-02-01 19:35:36
    The MLX100 robot gateway—announced at the 2010 Pack Expo show in Chicago and at the Rockwell Automation Fair event in Orlando—enables control and programming of the vendor’s robots from the ControlLogix platform.

  • Enhanced Universal Development Tool

    Updated: 2011-02-01 19:31:40
    Proficy Machine Edition 6.5 is a universal development environment for HMI, motion and control applications that all share a single workspace and tool set.

  • Motion/Drive Systems Add Ethernet

    Updated: 2011-02-01 19:28:34
    MDrive integrated motor and drive systems are now available for Ethernet networks.

  • Process Trending on Mobile Phones

    Updated: 2011-02-01 19:24:52
    Version 10 of PlantTriage now provides real-time trending of process variables on mobile phones. Live data from a control system is relayed to the cell phone’s browser, allowing users to have immediate access to control-room data, even when working remotely out in the plant.

  • Long-life Free Chlorine Sensor

    Updated: 2011-02-01 19:20:30
    Using amperometric technology for real-time free chlorine measurement, the FCL Series Free Chlorine Sensor is designed to offer low maintenance and long life.

  • Quick, Compact Midrange Robot

    Updated: 2011-02-01 19:16:50
    The IRB 2600 is the latest model in the vendor’s “fourth generation” of medium-capacity multipurpose robots. Featuring payloads up to 20kg, the IRB 2600 offers the best accuracy and speed in its class, according to the vendor.

  • Laser Scanner Protects Personnel

    Updated: 2011-02-01 18:58:52
    The AG4 Safety Laser Scanner uses pulses of Class 1 infrared laser light to locate the position of objects in its field of view, and is designed to protect personnel by safeguarding both stationary and mobile hazards within a user-designated area.

  • Converge/Divert Materials Safely

    Updated: 2011-02-01 18:49:45
    Multi-Port Wye Line Diverter Valves enable users to converge or divert materials from one or more sources to one or more destinations.

  • Universal OPC Server

    Updated: 2011-02-01 18:46:23
    The OPC Universal Connectivity Server allows vendors and OEMs to provide secure connectivity to every major control system and application on the market.

  • EtherCat Module for Motion Control

    Updated: 2011-02-01 18:41:22
    The EtherCat Master drive interface module is designed to provide tightly synchronized control for up to 64 slave axes on the MC464 Motion Coordinator motion and machine controller.

  • Linear Actuators for Hazardous Environments

    Updated: 2011-02-01 18:36:04
    GSX and GSM linear actuators now offer Class I, Division 2 Certification, expanding the line for operation in hazardous environments.

  • 29 Megapixel Sensor Claims Benchmark

    Updated: 2011-02-01 18:31:44
    Billed as a new benchmark for high-resolution image capture, the KAI-29050 Image Sensor is said to be the highest resolution CCD image sensor based on Interline Transfer technology.

  • Compact CANopen Motion Control

    Updated: 2011-02-01 18:27:36
    The EPOS2 24/2 is a miniaturized positioning controller developed specifically for commanding and controlling in the CANopen network.

  • USB-to-WLAN Adapter

    Updated: 2011-02-01 18:24:15
    Designed to provide cost-effective wireless solutions to machine builders and manufacturers, the CU8890 is a USB-to-WLAN adapter that permits wireless integration of Industrial PCs into an Ethernet network.

  • Encoder Options Fill Stepper Line

    Updated: 2011-02-01 18:19:35
    With the addition of encoder options for 0.36º and 0.72º stepping motors, the vendor’s entire range of stepping motors (including 0.9º and 1.8º stepping motors) now has the option for an encoder.

  • Connect Multiple Wire Gauges

    Updated: 2011-02-01 18:15:40
    A series of high-current, panel feed-through (PFT) terminal blocks is available in either universal screw (UW) or ring lug/bolt (RW) connection technology.

  • Lockout/Tagout Kit

    Updated: 2011-02-01 18:11:57
    Designed to help plant managers conveniently address lockout/tagout requirements for various equipment and tasks, a comprehensive Plant Facility Lockout/Tagout Kit keeps all necessary devices in one place.

  • Change Management Enhanced, Simplified

    Updated: 2011-02-01 18:07:59
    AutoSave for System Platform enhances change management at the application object level for graphics, templates and instances of application objects within the vendor’s Wonderware System Platform environment.

  • Enhanced Production Control System

    Updated: 2011-02-01 18:04:30
    Release version R4.03 of the vendor’s flagship Centum VP integrated production control system includes enhanced security functions, a new batch management package and improved Hart communication support.

  • Keep Tabs on System Health

    Updated: 2011-02-01 18:01:30
    ION System Health Monitoring is designed to provide real-time analysis and visualization of the health of any and all operational systems.

  • Module Provides Encoder Interface

    Updated: 2011-02-01 17:54:39
    The Snap-SCM-SSI I/O module offers a communications interface between digital encoders and the vendor’s Snap PAC System I/O processors or programmable automation controllers.

  • Shielded Cables Provide Protection

    Updated: 2011-02-01 17:49:35
    Fully shielded M12 cables with a braided shield connected to the coupling nut are designed to provide 360° protection of the connector and the cable against electromagnetic interference, and to give users fully shielded and secure signal connections.

  • Fast, Accurate Hydraulic Testing

    Updated: 2011-02-01 15:53:13
    The HFP-110/120 Digital Hydraulic Tester is a compact, lightweight, self-contained portable tester with laboratory accuracy.

  • Rugged, Machine-mountable PC

    Updated: 2011-02-01 15:48:11
    The Panel PC 725 is designed for on-machine use. A support-arm system permits a flexible mounting position and ergonomic operation.

  • Combined Vibration/Temperature Monitoring

    Updated: 2011-02-01 15:42:44
    The A6630 temperature module is designed to complement the vibration monitoring capabilities already available in the CSI 6500 Machinery Health Monitor by delivering critical bearing temperature measurements.

  • High-power Soft Starts

    Updated: 2011-02-01 15:39:02
    RSQK Series high-power intelligent soft starts decrease wear and tear of mechanical transmission components such as belts, while reducing mechanical stress on gears, shafts and pulleys, says the vendor, thanks to a smooth and step-less acceleration and deceleration.

  • Industrial Safety Lines Debut

    Updated: 2011-02-01 15:33:30
    Two series of industrial safety light curtains are designed for human protection and product/machine safety where risks cannot be eliminated by machine design and the process might require frequent and open access during operation.

  • Power Management Semiconductor to Grow More Slowly in 2011

    Updated: 2011-02-01 15:22:48
    According to IHS iSuppli, revenue growth in the global power management semiconductor market will slow significantly in 2011 but still will manage to increase at a double-digit pace. Global power management semiconductor revenue will climb to $36.2 billion in 2011, up 13.9% from 2010. Growth will occur during every quarter throughout 2011. According to iSuppli, [...]

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