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New tools in the FactoryTalk integrated production and performance software suite include FactoryTalk Integrator, which allows manufacturers to more easily connect their plant-floor applications with higher-level business systems; and FactoryTalk Portal, which allows manufacturers to consolidate Web-based interfaces into one manageable and configurable launch point.

The Customer Training Course Catalog contains a comprehensive view of current courses in the areas of Power Distribution, Automation and Control, and Power Management. The new catalog contains curriculum maps and matrices that make it easier for customers to determine the course selection best suited to their particular job, position and skill set.

Avalon Vision Solutions is a leading supplier of machine vision systems designed to protect plastic injection molds. Avalon uses Advantech's computers with their camera and camera software. Customers will be able to order equipment from either Advantech or Avalon.

Emerson Process Management has completed a project to upgrade and unify combustion, turbine control and burner management systems at Pagbilao power station Units 1 and 2 with its Ovation expert control system. The 750-MW plant, operated by Mirant Pagbilao Corp., is located in Quezon, Philippines.

B&B Electronics acquired Phoenix, Arizona-based, Advanced Embedded Systems (AES), a designer and developer of wireless solutions for the industrial market. AES will become part of B&B Electronics' engineering and technical group in Ottawa, Illinois.