• The Winning Team

    Updated: 2011-07-29 21:33:29
    When I took this job late last year, it was clear to me that Automation World is published by a solid team of journalism professionals.

  • Digi XBee Wi-Fi Embedded RF Module

    Updated: 2011-07-29 19:09:35
    Digi International announced their XBee Wi-Fi embedded RF module. The XBee Wi-Fi delivers serial to IEEE 802.11 connectivity. With the new Digi module, engineers can create a single board design for wireless products that supports 802.15.4, ZigBee, ZigBee Smart Energy, 2.4 GHz, 900 and 868 MHz, Wi-Fi and proprietary DigiMesh protocols. It is ideal for [...]

  • Safety Motor Management Solution

    Updated: 2011-07-29 05:31:49
    Safety can be an integrated part of a plant’s motor management system with these fail-safe expansion modules for Simocode pro V device.

  • Modern Drive Technology Helps Streetcars Roll Again

    Updated: 2011-07-28 21:31:27
    New power and automation technologies, such as smaller form factor inverters and hybrid drive systems, are behind a resurgence in mass transit manufacturing and deployment in the United States. 

  • Energy Saving Opportunities

    Updated: 2011-07-28 21:31:26
    Systematic energy monitoring and managed demand response delivers savings for a network of refrigerated distribution centers.

  • Atlanta’s New S70 Streetcar

    Updated: 2011-07-28 21:31:24
    The S70 streetcars are three-section, bi-directional, double-articulated, six axle, low-floor vehicles, constructed of low alloy high-tensile steel and composite materials.

  • Fan Builder Seeks Ideal Motor

    Updated: 2011-07-28 21:31:23
    In San Bernardino, Calif., industrial fan manufacturer MacroAir Technologies continues to refine its unique air circulation products for better efficiency.

  • Modbus Gateway Communications Module

    Updated: 2011-07-28 21:31:22
    The MB-Gateway is a single port Modbus Gateway module that converts Modbus TCP to Modbus RTU.

  • Industrial Frequency Hopping Ethernet Radios

    Updated: 2011-07-28 21:31:21
    New Smart Switch feature, supported in RadioLinx industrial frequency hopping Ethernet radios for the 2.4 GHz and 900 MHz spectrums, enables the radios to intelligently route packets over the network.

  • Bluetooth Ethernet Gateway

    Updated: 2011-07-28 21:31:20
    The 758-915 Bluetooth Ethernet gateway wirelessly transfers Ethernet protocols such as Profinet, MODBUS/TCP or EtherNet/IP via Bluetooth 2.0.

  • Wireless Ethernet for Video Surveillance

    Updated: 2011-07-28 21:31:19
    Line of 5.8 GHz long range wireless Ethernet solutions let you  build line-of-sight, point-to-multipoint wireless Ethernet connections that link “fringe” IP devices such as video surveillance cameras or other devices needing robust and secure high data rates.

  • Line of 11 Pressure Sensors

    Updated: 2011-07-28 21:31:18
    Line of 11 pressure sensors combine the advantages of a display, measuring transducer and pressure switch into a single device.

  • Safety Controller Monitoring Module

    Updated: 2011-07-28 21:31:17
    EIP module for G9SP Programmable Safety Controllers enables programmable devices that follow ODVA guidelines for EtherNet/IP, such as the company’s CJ and CS series PLCs or Rockwell Automation’s CompactLogix and ControlLogix series programmable controllers, to communicate with the company’s G9SP controllers.

  • High-Speed Wireless Ethernet Bridge

    Updated: 2011-07-28 21:31:16
    Indoor/outdoor 5 GHz GhostBridge wireless Ethernet bridge creates a transparent, secure, high-speed (up to 150 Mbps), point-to-point link between two remote devices or networks with a line-of-sight range up to 15 km.

  • Add MPI Connectivity to HMIs

    Updated: 2011-07-28 21:31:15
    Expansion card increases the communications capabilities of the company’s G3 operator interfaces.

  • Integrated I/O Controller

    Updated: 2011-07-28 21:31:14
    This integrated I/O controller, the PEC-3710, features an AMD LX800 500 MHz controller with 16-channel analog input, 4-channel analog output and 32-channel isolated digital input/output.

  • Fiber Media Converters

    Updated: 2011-07-28 21:31:12
    FCU-1802 is a fast Ethernet bridge 100Base-FX fiber to 10/100Base-TX shielded twisted pair (STP) converter.

  • Self-Powered IPV6 Wireless Sensor Network Debuts

    Updated: 2011-07-28 21:31:11
    In June in Munich, Germany, a wireless sensor network running on harvested energy was demonstrated by Dust Networks (www.dustnetworks.com (http://www.dustnetworks.com/)), the Hayward, Calif. maker of SmartMesh intelligent wireless sensor network solutions.

  • Centers of Automation: USA and Germany

    Updated: 2011-07-28 21:31:10
    Editor’s Note: Publishing a print publication globally is cost-prohibitive, but global automation professionals crave global information. In past pages of Automation World, you have seen contributions from global publications such as Gong Kong magazine of China and Fiera Milano Editore of Italy. Kai Binder and I have discussed this German publication cooperation for several months. Watch for additional information as we build a global automation information network. —Gary Mintchell

  • European Technology On Stage

    Updated: 2011-07-28 21:31:06
    With forecast sales of 60 million Euros for 2011—greater than in the record year of 2008—Rittal (www.rittal.com (http://www.rittal.com)) told a conference of the technical press as the company celebrated its 50th anniversary that it was very confident for its future.

  • ABB Acquires Electric Vehicle Charging, Paper Processing Technologies

    Updated: 2011-07-28 21:31:05
    The ABB Group (www.abb.com (http://www.abb.com/)), the multinational power and automation technologies company with headquarters in Zurich, has recently added two new companies to its arsenal: Swedish manufacturer Lorentzen & Wettre, and Netherlands-based Epyon B.V.

  • VIA Labs VL751 USB 3.0 to NAND Flash Controller

    Updated: 2011-07-28 17:54:48
    VIA Labs introduced their VL751 SuperSpeed USB to NAND flash controller. The VIA Labs VL751 is a single-chip solution for USB 3.0 flash drives. The chip features a four-channel NAND interface, USB 3.0 compliant, Bulk-Only Transport, 120MB/s data transfer speed, interleaving support, and SuperSpeed certified. VIA Labs VL751 USB 3.0 to NAND Flash controller is [...]

  • MatrikonOPC Releases Comprehensive Security Gateway with Support for HDA

    Updated: 2011-07-28 09:59:48
    MatrikonOPC™ has released the newest version of OPC Security Gateway with support for HDA OPC Servers.

  • Check It Out for Operations Success

    Updated: 2011-07-28 03:44:51
    On October 30, 1935, at Wright Air Field in Dayton, Ohio, the U.S. Army Air Corps held a flight competition for airplane manufacturers vying to build the military’s next-generation long-range bomber.

  • Boiler Upgrade: Chemical Recovery for Nylon Production

    Updated: 2011-07-28 03:44:35
    UBE Chemicals operation in Rayong, south of Bangkok in Thailand, is engaged in the production of nylon from raw materials. In the production process, chemicals are released and can be combusted.

  • How to Keep your CEO Lean Focused

    Updated: 2011-07-28 03:44:21
    Perhaps the most common complaint among champions of Lean manufacturing is the difficulty in keeping their chief executive officers (CEOs) focused on the idea.

  • Understanding Energy Demand-Response Programs

    Updated: 2011-07-28 03:44:20
    Increasingly, electric utilities are offering demand-response programs to their customers (see how Supervalu is making the most of energy saving opportunities, http://www.automationworld.com/feature-9089 (/feature-9089)).

  • Power Industry Refocuses, Faces “New Normal”

    Updated: 2011-07-28 03:44:06
    There’s never a lull in the challenges facing the power industry. Coal-fired power plants remain targets of the Greens. Nuclear power incurs more negative publicity via the earthquake-induced nuclear-plant crisis in Japan. 

  • Creating Wealth

    Updated: 2011-07-27 18:53:18
    Politicians keep insisting that America must get back to creating wealth.

  • Process Historians Evolving into Operations Centers

    Updated: 2011-07-27 18:53:17
    Replacing an outdated paper system with SharePoint improves ability to track incidents. 

  • Transforming Manufacturing Into a Competitive Advantage

    Updated: 2011-07-27 18:53:16
    Industrial manufacturers have largely prevailed in recent years despite challenging times—innovating in automation, managing costs without sacrificing quality and expanding globally.

  • Lean Production and Managerial Costing

    Updated: 2011-07-27 18:53:02
    Dr. Taiichi Ohno’s position on cost accounting, as father of the Toyota Production System, is often cited during Lean discussions. He kept cost accountants out of his factory, and knowledge of cost accounting principles out of the minds of his people.

  • What Makes a Leader—Part 2

    Updated: 2011-07-27 18:53:01
    In my last column (June 2011 (/columns-8891)), I outlined the six competencies that good leaders must possess—Vision, Passion, Integrity, Action, Influence and Belief in Others. I discussed Vision and Passion with examples from history and the automation world. This column will focus on Integrity and Action.

  • Microchip MCP3903 Analog Front End for Three-Phase Energy Metering

    Updated: 2011-07-27 17:49:24
    Microchip Technology introduced the MCP3903 analog front end (AFE) for three-phase energy metering. The MCP3903 AFE features six 16-/24-bit Delta-Sigma analog-to-digital converters (ADCs), signal-to-noise and distortion (SINAD) of 89 dB (typical), total harmonic distortion (THD) of -99 dB (typical), programmable gain amplifiers (PGAs), low-drift voltage reference and phase-delay compensation. The chip is available now in [...]

  • Radar-grade 10 Gigabit Ethernet Switch

    Updated: 2011-07-27 10:52:12
    The fully managed NETernity GBX460 rugged 6U OpenVPX data plane switch module features the company’s unique OpenWare switch management capability.

  • Adjustable Limit Switch Style Sensors

    Updated: 2011-07-27 10:52:11
    The active sensing face of these 5-way adjustable sensors can be adjusted for front, top, bottom, left or right facing targets, maximizing installation and operational flexibility.

  • Wireless Gateways and Nodes

    Updated: 2011-07-27 02:51:43
    SureCross Performance Wireless I/O gateways and nodes feature a high-power radio frequency (RF) architecture with 1-Watt transmit power in the 900 MHz ISM band.

  • Linear Motor Moves Small Masses

    Updated: 2011-07-27 02:51:42
    MCL ironless linear motors position small masses with  precision and maximum synchronization, according to the company.

  • Flow Meter for Water/Wastewater

    Updated: 2011-07-27 02:51:41
    FPI Mag (Full Profile Insertion) flow meter offers forward and reverse flow measurement. Model 394L FPI Mag flow meter provides bi-directional measurement, which is important in many municipal water treatment, distribution and storage applications.

  • Intelligent Change Management

    Updated: 2011-07-27 02:51:39
    Integrity iMOC, electronic management of change software ensures all changes made to a plant’s automation systems are detected and reconciled.

  • Variable Speed Drives for Pumps, Fans

    Updated: 2011-07-27 02:51:38
    Altivar 212 variable speed drives and the S-Flex enclosed version are designed to provide OEMs and control panel builders with energy efficient and economical solutions for pump and fan applications.

  • Mentor Embedded Hardware Enablement Program

    Updated: 2011-07-26 19:50:00
    Mentor Graphics introduced a new program that combines Mentor Embedded professional services and products specifically for hardware companies. The new Mentor Embedded Hardware Enablement Program features services and training for embedded Android, Linux, open source tools (GNU, GCC, Eclipse), user interface (UI) creation, and vertical markets like in-vehicle infotainment (IVI), smart energy and retail applications. [...]

  • What Do National Debt Problems Mean to Me?

    Updated: 2011-07-26 18:51:13
    Two fears have invaded the business world. One is the potential expansion of the European debt crisis. The other is the gridlock in Washington in regards to increasing the U.S. debt ceiling.

  • IT Supports Lean Thinking

    Updated: 2011-07-26 18:51:12
    As automation professionals become more versed in Lean principles, they are ignoring the maxim that Lean manufacturing and information technology don’t mix.

  • HMI: Going from Cute to Effective

    Updated: 2011-07-26 18:51:11
    A funny thing is happening on the way to today’s cutting-edge human-machine interfaces (HMIs) in process industries—they are losing almost all their color and shedding their cute factor. But in doing so, they now promise to enable the greatest operator effectiveness possible.

  • Real-Time Profitability

    Updated: 2011-07-26 18:51:10
    The new challenge for automation engineers is to control the business of the industry, not just the efficiency of the plant. Changes in business variables, and technology ranging from smart instruments to software, are converging to enable plant managers to directly affect the bottom line

  • CompactPCI Serial Gigabit Ethernet Switch

    Updated: 2011-07-26 11:21:27
    The G301 is a rugged 3U Ethernet switch that features four Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) ports via RJ45 or M12 connectors in the front, complying with the recently ratified PICMG CompactPCI Serial standard.

  • Wireless Bridge for Industrial Communication

    Updated: 2011-07-26 11:18:14
    Anybus wireless bridge connects industrial devices running Profinet, EtherNet/IP and Modbus TCP over a wireless connection.

  • Wireless DIN Rail Monitoring and Control Device

    Updated: 2011-07-26 11:15:58
    wiDR Series of wireless DIN rail monitoring and control devices is compatible with a wide range of wireless sensors including the UWTC, UWRTD and z series.

  • Switches with Extended Operating Temperatures

    Updated: 2011-07-26 11:13:23
    New BasicLine, ValueLine and PremiumLine unmanaged, “lean managed” and fully managed industrial Ethernet switches provide a variety of options for gigabit operation, power over Ethernet (PoE) and media conversion.

  • PLC with Embedded Ethernet

    Updated: 2011-07-26 11:11:07
    MicroSmart Pentra PLC with embedded Ethernet provides built-in Modbus TCP that simplifies controls network setup for remote maintenance, monitoring and control, and data acquisition.

  • The Beauty of Adopting Commercial Technologies

    Updated: 2011-07-26 10:24:29
    The amount of money expended on research and development for commercial technology exceeds the size of the industrial automation market.

  • Ethernet Networks: Addition Gets Easier

    Updated: 2011-07-26 09:24:16
    Adding Ethernet ports to peripherals makes it simpler to add equipment to networks, while paying attention to cabling and protocol details ensures success. 

  • B-29 Superfortress: 'Fifi' Needs Volunteers

    Updated: 2011-07-26 00:35:07
    Flying history museum seeks controls engineers to upgrade computerized weapons system and install a fire suppression system for a historic B-29 plane.

  • S8000 ph/ORP System to be Featured at WEFTEC 2011

    Updated: 2011-07-25 21:58:15
    Visitors to WEFTEC 2011 will have the opportunity to learn more about Sensorex's advanced sensor technology, with demonstrations featuring the S8000 pH/ORP Platform, FCL400 Series Free Chlorine Sensor and CLD400 Series Chlorine Dioxide Sensor.

  • New Brochure Describes Electric and Pneumatic Actuators for Food/Beverage Applications

    Updated: 2011-07-25 21:50:27
    A new brochure describes how Tolomatic linear motion solutions for food and beverage processing and packaging automation improve efficiencies and keep production on schedule.

  • Variable Frequency Drive Solution Protects and Cools VFDs

    Updated: 2011-07-25 21:41:43
    Pentair Technical Products introduces the Hoffman WEATHERFLO® HD VFD solution for ensuring sustained operation of heavy-duty variable frequency drives (VFDs) in demanding outdoor environments.

  • Microchip Audio Development Board for Creating 24-bit Audio Applications

    Updated: 2011-07-25 18:30:32
    Microchip Technology recently introduced the Audio Development Board for the creation of high-quality, 24-bit audio applications. The Audio Development Board for PIC32 microcontrollers (MCUs) features an 80 MIPS PIC32 MCU, a 24-bit Wolfson audio codec, a two-inch color LCD Display, a USB interface, and an onboard microphone. The Audio Development Board for PIC32 MCUs (part [...]

  • ZMDI ZLED7320, ZLED7330, and ZLED7002 LED Driver ICs

    Updated: 2011-07-22 15:25:31
    ZMD introduced the ZLED7320 40V LED driver, ZLED7330 high-current 40V LED driver, and ZLED7002 dual channel LED driver. The ZLED7320, ZLED7330 and the ZLED7002 ICs are available now. The ZLED7320 is priced at 0.66€ or US$0.86 for 2,500 units. The ZLED7330 is priced at 1.06€ or US$1.38 (2,500 units) and the ZLED7002 is priced at [...]

  • Automation’s Effect on Jobs

    Updated: 2011-07-22 09:17:35
    There’s been no shortage of discussion over the past decade about the impact automation has had on manufacturing jobs. To uncover the industry’s current state of mind on this topic, Editor-in-Chief Gary Mintchell put the question to the Automation World discussion forum on LinkedIn. 

  • McObject eXtremeDB Cluster Distributed Database for Real-Time Applications

    Updated: 2011-07-21 18:13:05
    McObject introduced their eXtremeDB Cluster, which is the first clustering database system built from the ground up for distributed embedded software and real-time enterprise applications. eXtremeDB Cluster manages data stores across multiple hardware nodes, increases the net processing power available for data management, reduces system expansion costs, and delivers a more scalable and reliable database [...]

  • Opportunistic Market for Embedded Software Development Tools

    Updated: 2011-07-21 08:27:46
    Cambashi, a global industry analyst and market consulting firm, predicts a continuing surge in opportunities for information technology (IT) vendors providing development tools for embedded software.

  • Microsemi Offers to Acquire Zarlink Semiconductor for CAD $3.35

    Updated: 2011-07-20 18:26:09
    Microsemi is offering to acquire Zarlink Semiconductor for CAD $3.35 per share in cash. The proposed transaction has a total equity value of USD $548.7 million based on a fully diluted share count and represents a 40% premium to Zarlink’s share price as of July 19, 2011, and a 43% premium to Zarlink’s trailing 30 [...]

  • Oracle Introduces Environmental Accounting and Reporting

    Updated: 2011-07-20 17:13:09
    Oracle this week has introduced Oracle Environmental Accounting and Reporting and Oracle’s JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Environmental Accounting and Reporting, based on the assets acquired from Ndevr in February.

  • ArchestrA Addresses Mobile and MES Data

    Updated: 2011-07-20 07:14:16
    Invensys Operations Management’s new Workflow 1.1 includes integration with the company’s IntelaTrac mobile offering and MES Operations and Performance software.

  • Wireless Sensor Network: New Line of Indicators

    Updated: 2011-07-20 00:00:00
    Banner Engineering introduces the EZ-LIGHT™ K50L with an independent push-button to the company’s extensive line of lighting and indicators.

  • AC-Powered Rackmount Switch

    Updated: 2011-07-20 00:00:00
    N-TRON Corporation, a leading manufacturer of rugged industrial networking products, today expanded its fully-managed gigabit-capable 7026TX Series with the introduction of the 26-port 7026TX-AC rack-mounted switch.

  • Hand Tools

    Updated: 2011-07-20 00:00:00
    AutomationDirect now offers Wera standard, insulated, and miniature screwdrivers in six-piece sets.

  • Non-Contact Infrared Temperature Sensor with Wireless Transmitter

    Updated: 2011-07-20 00:00:00
    Omega’s new infrared sensor with wireless transmitter features remote IR sensor and radio wireless transmitter in a NEMA enclosure.

  • Intel Targets Clouding Computing, Acquires Fulcrum Microsystems

    Updated: 2011-07-19 17:25:11
    Intel is acquiring Fulcrum Microsystems Inc. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The acquisition is subject to the approval of Fulcrum Microsystems shareholders, regulatory approval and satisfaction of customary closing conditions. The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2011. Fulcrum Microsystems is a privately held fabless semiconductor company that designs [...]

  • Electronic Design Automation Revenue Increased by 16% in Q1 2011

    Updated: 2011-07-18 16:50:29
    The Electronic Design Automation (EDA) industry revenue increased to $1446.4 million in the first quarter of 2011. According to the EDA Consortium (EDAC) Market Statistics Service (MSS), this is a 16% increase from Q1 2010, which had revenues of $1247.0 million. Compared to the fourth quarter of 2010, sequential EDA revenues decreased by 4.1%. The [...]

  • Equipment Manufacturer Deploys Microsoft Tag Codes

    Updated: 2011-07-18 00:30:43
    2D tag codes can be used with smart phones to access information about the product as well as operation tips. 

  • Invensys Enters Safety and Simulation Partnership

    Updated: 2011-07-18 00:30:41
    Two new partnerships extend Invensys Operations Management’s safety offering and simulation software reach.

  • Energy Companies Gather to Discuss Optimization for Large Industrial Equipment

    Updated: 2011-07-18 00:00:00
    SmartSignal Corporation held its first User Group meeting since being acquired by GE Intelligent Platforms in January 2011.

  • Premium Efficiency AC Motors

    Updated: 2011-07-18 00:00:00
    AutomationDirect's IronHorse™ general purpose AC motor line now includes cast iron three-phase premium efficiency motors available in horsepower ranges from 1 to 200 hp.

  • New UV and Remote Head Cameras Added to Existing Line, Updated Software

    Updated: 2011-07-18 00:00:00
    PPT VISION, here, today announced the addition of two high-performance JAI cameras to its M-Series embedded machine vision system line, including an ultra-violet (UV) camera for inspections that benefit from this shorter wavelength of light, as well as a remote-head "industrial endoscopy" model for special applications.

  • Industrial and Medical Sensors

    Updated: 2011-07-18 00:00:00
    Honeywell today introduced the Honeywell TruStability® NCS Series, Uncompensated/Unamplified Board Mount Pressure Sensors.

  • Sleeve-Actuated Calibration Connection Devices

    Updated: 2011-07-18 00:00:00
    FasTest announces an enhanced 60G-CF04 connector, designed to simply attach to a 1/4-inch Swagelok® fitting.

  • Cyber Security Conference to Focus on Industrial Incidents

    Updated: 2011-07-15 16:10:34
    Applied Control Solutions will host its 11th ICS Cyber Security Conference in the Washington, D.C. area September 20-22, 2011.

  • Microsemi MS29C2G24MAKLA1-XI OMAP MCP Drop-in Replacement

    Updated: 2011-07-15 15:42:30
    Microsemi introduced the MS29C2G24MAKLA1-XI multichip (MCP) memory product, which is a drop-in replacement for the discontinued Micron memory package used in Texas Instruments (TI) processors. The MS29C2G24MAKLA1-XI (OMAP MCP) is compatible with TI processor families that are enclosed in Micron Technology’s end-of-life (EOL) package-on-package (PoP) 152-pin ball grid array (BGA). The Microsemi replacement package enables [...]

  • Manufacturing Outlook Survey Indicates Continuing Uncertainty

    Updated: 2011-07-14 09:29:30
    While manufacturing companies and wholesale distributors of all sizes are employing a number of different strategies in the face of economic uncertainty, many may not be addressing more concrete strategies that could help as the economy picks up.

  • Industrial Control Systems Cyber Security Conference

    Updated: 2011-07-14 09:19:06
    Joe Weiss was a great source and inspiration for my article Securing the U.S. Power Grid from Cyber Attack. I told him to send me early information about his annual ICS Cyber Security Conference. Here is the info. Mark the date if you are at all touched by cyber security. (By the way, ICS--industrial control systems.)

  • ABB Still Filling Portfolio of Power and Automation Products

    Updated: 2011-07-14 09:13:37
    ABB has announced two acquisitions. These are consistent with ABB's strategy over the past few years--as well as interesting in that they land in two different parts of the portfolio of power and automation.

  • Honeywell Partners with SAP for ERP

    Updated: 2011-07-14 07:32:50
    Oil and gas industry said to be first to benefit from integrated software and services offerings.

  • Video Aids Control of Nuclear Clean Up

    Updated: 2011-07-14 00:00:00
    Radiation-tolerant video cameras are being integrated with the Delta V control system to monitor liquid waste cleanup operations for the DOE’s Savannah River site.

  • Conexant Systems CX2077x and CX3102x Embedded USB Audio Solutions

    Updated: 2011-07-13 19:43:32
    Conexant Systems introduced the CX2077x and CX3102x embedded audio solutions. The CX2077x USB audio integrated circuit (IC) features the functionality of an on-chip digital signal processor (DSP), tri-color LED Pulse-Width Modulator (PWM) and LED driver into a single chip package. Pricing for the CX2077x starts at $2.32 in 1K quantities. The CX3102x starts at $1.65 [...]

  • Ethernet for Machines and Robots

    Updated: 2011-07-13 13:02:11
    OEMs are increasingly using industrial networks to connect their HMIs, controllers, distributed I/O, instruments and sensors to each other within a machine or a robot; to connect to their customer’s control and communication systems, and to connect back to their home offices from their customer’s site.

  • Automation: Demand Healthy but Softening on Tougher Comps, Optimistic on 2H1

    Updated: 2011-07-13 09:35:02
    Mark Douglass, Sr. Equity Analyst of Longbow Research, follows a number of companies who are in the industrial automation space. Here is his latest report. Overall an optimistic report.

  • Invensys Operations Management Selected as Microsoft Industry Partner of the Year

    Updated: 2011-07-13 00:50:13
    The award recognizes Invensys Operations Management for excellence and innovation in using Microsoft-based solutions to help its manufacturing and infrastructure management customers achieve operational excellence.

  • MES/MOM Manufacturing Software Certification

    Updated: 2011-07-13 00:00:00
    Charlie Gifford and his crew have been hard at work developing a curriculum and completing nine courses on implementing Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) / Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) systems.

  • Visit Industrial Monitors and Touchscreen Blog for New Updates

    Updated: 2011-07-13 00:00:00
    The Hope Industrial Systems blog was launched back in February to create a new way to communicate with our customers.

  • Universal Remote I/O Modules

    Updated: 2011-07-13 00:00:00
    Omega’s new HE359 series is a cost effective universal remote I/O module.

  • New Telemetry System for Flow Meters and Pumps

    Updated: 2011-07-13 00:00:00
    Farmers and Water Districts will save time, fuel, labor and money with the new RemoteCONNECT™ RC45 Telemetry System from McCrometer, which is a wireless data collection system designed to provide information via the Internet from installed flow meters, pumps and other agricultural water management sensors operating remotely in the field.

  • Industrial Wireless Solutions

    Updated: 2011-07-13 00:00:00
    The Airborne family of Industrial grade serial device servers and Ethernet bridges and adapters are designed for reliability and performance for enterprise applications.

  • Cadence Design Systems Acquires Azuro, Gains Ccopt Clock Technology

    Updated: 2011-07-12 16:46:27
    Cadence Design Systems have acquired Azuro, Inc. The terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. All key management, technical and key field applications personnel will transition to Cadence. Azuro markets software tools used to build the clock networks on digital semiconductor chips. Their technology makes chips faster, reduces chip power and dramatically accelerates chip time [...]

  • Networking: Layer 3 Gigabit Switch

    Updated: 2011-07-12 07:17:51
    With optional Layer 3 switching software, the Magnum 12KX gigabit managed switch delivers 16 combo ports for copper and/or fiber ports.

  • Wastewater Application: Motor Management System

    Updated: 2011-07-12 03:02:33
    Welcome to the 1st episode of the Automation Applied Video Series! Brought to you by the Automation World Editorial staff, this video series looks at automation products and how they're integrated into a process, system, machine or production line. In this first episode, John Burns, product manager, Siemens Industry, provides an overview on how JEA, Jacksonville, Fla., applied the Simocode motor management system for a wastewater lift station application. (Approximate time: 4:39).  

  • Counter Module

    Updated: 2011-07-12 00:00:00
    The Industrial Automation Group of Advantech introduces the APAX-5080 counter module that features up to eight channels and hot-swappable functionality.

  • Miniature Automatic Video Tracker

    Updated: 2011-07-12 00:00:00
    GE Intelligent Platforms today announced the ADEPT3000 miniature rugged automatic video tracker.

  • Compact Ethernet Switches

    Updated: 2011-07-12 00:00:00
    Don’t let the small size fool you. The Ultra-Compact ESW100 switches are built to tough, heavy industrial specifications.

  • Compact and Space Efficient Ethernet Switches

    Updated: 2011-07-08 21:13:12
    Advantech's Etherent Switches for Machine and Factory Automation.

  • Building Automation Systems

    Updated: 2011-07-08 21:04:58
    Advantech's Remote I/O Module Series Receive BTL BACnet Certification

  • AMD LX800 500 MHz Controller with 16-ch Analog Input, 4-ch Analog Output, and 32-ch Isolated Digital

    Updated: 2011-07-08 20:57:34
    The Industrial Automation Group of Advantech introduces its first integrated I/O controller, the PEC-3710. Featuring an AMD LX800 500 MHz controller with 16-channel analog input, 4-channel analog output and 32-channel isolated digital input/output, the PEC-3710 is a standalone automation controller that not only greatly shortens customers' development time but also offers rich networking interface for function extensions.

  • Intel®Atom™ N450 Automation Computer with 6 x USB, 4 x COM, 2 x Mini PCIe

    Updated: 2011-07-08 20:49:15
    Advantech introduces a new embedded automation computer with Intel Atom Processor.

  • Expanding the Use of Smart Operator Panels

    Updated: 2011-07-08 20:40:51
    Advantech discusses the growing trend of Smart Operator Panels.

  • ZMDI ZSSC3008 Sensor Signal Conditioning Integrated Circuit

    Updated: 2011-07-08 15:40:33
    ZMD announced their ZSSC3008 sensor signal conditioning integrated circuit. The ZSSC3008 IC features EEPROM signature, bridge connection checks, bridge input-short and open-bridge detection, power loss detection, and output current limits for short-circuit protection. The ZMD ZSSC3008 IC is adjustable to nearly all piezo-resistive bridge sensors. Measured and corrected bridge values are provided at the SIG [...]

  • Focus on Quality to Ensure Profitable Growth, says Conference Board

    Updated: 2011-07-08 13:09:09
    According to a survey of global executives, the quality function is uniquely positioned to accelerate company growth. That's not a surprise to manufacturers, who've seen a convergence of business and engineering functions.

  • Wireless Control System Access Enabled by iOS App

    Updated: 2011-07-08 08:27:56
    Opto iPAC Mobile application lets automation engineers and field technicians interact with SNAP PAC control systems using Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad.

  • ASIC Advantage Acquired by Microsemi

    Updated: 2011-07-07 15:14:21
    Microsemi has acquired privately owned ASIC Advantage, Inc (AAI). Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. However, Microsemi plans to discuss this acquisition during their third fiscal quarter conference call later this month. ASIC Advantage is a fabless semiconductor company that designs and manufactures high-performance, high-voltage and radiation-hardened mixed-signal integrated circuit (IC) solutions for the [...]

  • HTC Acquires S3 Graphics from VIA Technologies, WTI for $300 Million

    Updated: 2011-07-06 17:57:27
    VIA Technologies and WTI Investment International have sold S3 Graphics to HTC Corporation for $300 million. S3 Graphics was acquired by VIA Technologies in 2001. S3 Graphics is a provider of graphics visualization technologies for computers, game consoles and, mobile devices. HTC is a global designer of mobile phones. Read more: HTC Acquires S3 Graphics [...]

  • PLM Software Partnership Targets Mid-Size Manufacturers

    Updated: 2011-07-06 15:28:45
    System integrator and IT services provider MphasiS has partnered with product lifecycle management software maker Siemens PLM Software to help deliver the benefits of digital manufacturing to a wider audience.  

  • New Drive for Multiple Applications

    Updated: 2011-07-05 21:56:18
    An excpetionally lightweight and compact, SEW-Eurodrive announces its new NEMA Type 4X / IP66 inverter.

  • Isolated Input Module

    Updated: 2011-07-05 21:49:58
    Opto 22 has introduced the SNAP-AITM-4i thermocouple and millivolt input module for industrial temperature monitoring and data acquisition, helping automation engineers and technicians achieve more accurate temperature readings, speed installation, and eliminate the need to purchase thermocouples with expensive, built-in isolation.

  • Baolab MEMS Sensor for 3D Compasses

    Updated: 2011-07-05 20:15:47
    Baolab Microsystems has designed a pure CMOS Lorentz force MEMS sensor for 3D compasses. Their new 3D Digital NanoCompass has the same performance benchmarks for sensitivity, power consumption and package size as 3D compasses that uses non-standard technologies such as magneto-resistive materials or Hall-effect structures. However, the BLBC3-D NanoCompass is less expensive. It provides 5 [...]

  • Wireless Relative Humidity/Temperature Transmitters

    Updated: 2011-07-05 00:00:00
    Omega’s new UWRH-2 wireless relative humidity transmitter measures both relative humidity and temperature with a stand-alone, compact, battery powered NEMA design that transmits relative humidity, ambient temperature, signal strength and battery status back to a host receiver up to 120 m (400’) away.

  • Happy 4th of July!!! Don’t Miss out On Our Great Sale!!

    Updated: 2011-07-04 16:00:03
    Happy 4th of July from Smarthome!!! We hope you enjoy your day with your friends and family, don’t forget that we have 10% off select INSTEON and Smarthome products! Start Shopping!

  • Spectacular 4th of July Sale!!!

    Updated: 2011-07-03 20:00:06
    We have a great sale on our INSTEON and Smarthome branded products! Save 10% on select items, act fast deal ends tomorrow (07/05)!!! Now is your time to get those products that you have had your eye on.. Read more

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