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HIMA HI-Max achieves Achilles certification
The HIMax safety control system is the 13th HIMA system certified by Wurldtech. -
Oxford Sensor supports machine vision projects
OST supplies, installs, commissions and supports machine vision systems based on Sick, Matrox, Cognex, DVT, Keyence and Omron camera technologies. -
SICK publishes Guide for Safe Machinery
The 116-page, illustrated guide contains safety requirements and guidelines for North America to ensure the safety of machinery and people. -
DC drives improve Renolit Cramlington’s embossing line
Sprint Electric supplied 21 DC drives for retrofitting an obsolete embossing line for laminate manufacturing. The retrofit, re-commissioning of DC drives, and control system refurbishment was completed in two weeks. -
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Barix monitors remote building automation systems in Alaska
The Lake and Peninsula School District in southwest Alaska is using Barix Barionet IP control and automation devices to monitor 14 schools across a remote, 400-square mile section of the state. -
Honeywell to install fire & gas detection system at pipeline in Ceyhan
The system will include Honeywell’s Safety Manager and Searchline Excel open path gas detectors, as well as closed-circuit television (CCTV) flame detectors. -
Moore Industries achieves ISO 9001:2008
Moore Industries has been granted ISO 9001:2008 certification for their Quality Management System by UL DQS Inc., an ANSI-ASQ Accredited Registrar. -
Enterasys uses SigmaQuest software to check networking systems
Enterasys uses OnDemand SigmaSure software for managing and tracking the quality of its network switching, routing and security systems. -
Brooks Instrument acquires Celerity's Instrumentation division
Celerity manufactures precision instruments and advanced gas and liquid delivery solutions, including thermal mass flow devices. -
Valve diagnostics enable cost reduction at Iggesund Paperboard
Unplanned valve-related shutdowns have been eliminated, operational costs reduced, and maintenance time cut by using Emerson/Fisher control valve diagnostic technologies. -
Rockwell Automation calls for Smart Factories
Rockwell's CEO proposes new U.S. industrial policy that focuses on innovation, investment and education to support smart factories. -
Siemens announces 100th alternative fuels plant installation
The 100th U.S. installation was completed at the Center Ethanol plant in Sauget, IL. -
ARC says LIMS becoming SaaS
Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) software-as-a-service (SaaS) will emerge and reshape the LIMS marketplace. -
ABB Low Voltage Products Virtual Roadshow
June 17, 2009 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Low Voltage Products Virtual RoadShow includes eight virtual booths, each showcasing a specific product line/family. -
ASI announces marking and labeling lease program
Lease program covers the EZ Mark plotter system, MARKINGenius, and Rolly 1000 high speed thermal print systems and the DIN rail cutter. -
Mustang appoints Charles Johnston advanced process control specialist
Johnston has more than 25 years experience in all facets of the advanced process control specialty and was a co-developer of dynamic matrix control [DMC] technology. -
ABB System 800xA sales exceed 5,000
Since its introduction five years ago, ABB's Industrial Extended Automation System 800xA has been sold to more than 5,000 new and existing ABB customers in a diverse range of industries. -
MAVERICK Technologies appoints Rob Gellings manager
Gellings will be operational leader of the Advanced Manufacturing Solutions business that includes the integration of ERP / CRM, MES and strategic consulting practices. -
exida certifies ASCO solenoid valves meet IEC 61508 safety standard
exida certified the design and engineering processes for ASCO Numatics 551/552/553 Series Solenoid Valves and the 8314, 8316, 8320 3 Way/2 Position Solenoid Valves. -
Endress+Hauser and ISSYS to develop MEMS-based fluidic products
The two companies will develop and commercialize advanced sensing products based on MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) technology. -
Endress+Hauser expands flowmeter production in the US
Endress+Hauser expanded its plant for flow measurement instrumentation in Greenwood, Indiana. -
Rockwell Automation publishes Corporate Responsibility Update
The report provides the Rockwell Automation metrics for performance, which included reducing manufacturing carbon footprint and its safety efforts. -
Winters offers on-line instrumentation support tool
Web site has criteria to consider when selecting instrumentation, how products operate, and frequently asked questions (FAQ) and terminology. -
The Top 10 Robotics Application Mistakes
By Milton Coleman, Bosch Rexroth With investments ranging from tens of thousands to potentially millions of dollars, it’s critical to make the right choice the first time, and to avoid common mistakes that could add substantial unnecessary cost or result in project delays. Here are the top ten robotics application mistakes. -
ABB to control three gas plants in Algeria
Equipment includes re-instrumentation of existing gas treatment plants, an 800xA control system, and medium- and low-voltage switchgear and transformers. -
The 10 Most Common Mistakes Made When Purchasing Automation
By Milton Coleman, Bosch Rexroth Buying a piece of automation can be a very long and difficult process. Here is a list of the 10 most common mistakes made when purchasing automation equipment. This list was composed by a number of individuals who have both purchased and sold automation equipment. -
Frost & Sullivan says automation purchases down, but services up
The automation and control solution services market is set to experience a compound annual growth rate of 9.58% to reach $8416.41 million by 2015. -
Aaxeon Ethernet switches receive UL Class I, Division 2 Certification
Lanolinx Ethernet switches and Optolinx media converters received UL Class I, Division 2 Certification for operation in hazardous environments. -
Manufacturing technology consumption off 70.7% in 2009
April U.S. manufacturing technology consumption totaled $97.04 million, according to AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology and AMTDA, the American Machine Tool Distributors’ Association.
