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B&R's Automation Studio integrates with EPLAN Electric P8
The seamless interaction between EPLAN Electric P8 and Automation Studio allows development to occur in parallel processes. -
ABB announces Q1 2012 results
ABB reported higher orders and revenues in the first quarter of 2012, led by growth in North America. -
Barry Wehmiller expands Dallas office
The Dallas engineering office, originally launched in 2007, will be expanded to accommodate approximately 30 engineers and project managers. -
SYSCON-PlantStar signs systems integrator in China
Paxon Industries will be responsible for implementing SYSCON-PlantStar's real-time production and process monitoring systems in Chinese manufacturing companies. -
Robinson tests ABB energy harvesting wireless temperature transmitter
A manufacturer of speciality chemicals in the UK, Robinson Brothers is conducting a trial of the transmitter on a steam main supplying its chemical manufacturing plant. -
Caster Concepts acquires Conveyor Concepts
Conveyor Concepts manufactures components for the conveyor industry, including conveyor rollers, drive assemblies, polyurethane wheels and related products. -
Sercos announces Safe Motion Profile for CIP
The Safe Motion Profile guarantees that the safety-related functions of peripheral devices are available across the entire network in a uniform and manufacturer-independent way. -
PLCopen cooperates with CAN in Automation
The idea is to be able to link variables in different engineering systems via a top level architecture in a very easy way. -
PLCopen updates Safety Specification
Part 3 – Extensions to the Function Blocks extend the scope of the safety specification, and harmonize the diagnostics interface for easier handling by the user. -
Pittman Motors updates Website
The web site covers customized DC brush motors, brushless motors, and gear motors. -
ABB to upgrade automation at Styron
ABB will update Styron facilities on a global basis with System 800xA process automation control and safety instrumented systems. -
ABB adds QR-Codes
Quick Response (QR) Codes will make it easier to identify products, access support contacts and download technical documentation. -
National Instruments Promotes Jin Bains to VP R&D
Bains served as director of R&D and led rigorous product development, guided technology acquisitions,and expanded the work of NI engineering centers. -
Free InduSoft Energy Management Webinar
May 9, 2012 8:00 am CST and 3:00 pm CST The free webinar is one hour long and includes tips and tricks for incorporating energy management dashboards into SCADA/HMI applications; examples of case studies and applications that have implemented EMS functionality; and a live Q&A session. -
Watlow appoints Jim Rowland Vice President, Operations
Rowland holds a master’s degree in business administration from Indiana Wesleyan University and a bachelor’s degree in liberal arts from Xavier University. -
Teledyne DALSA Supports New Camera Link HS Standard
Camera Link HS builds on the key strengths of Camera Link and adds new features and functions to meet customers’ demands. -
Opto 22 Announces Android App for Automation and Control
Opto aPAC app monitors and manages a SNAP PAC System using mobile devices running the Android operating system. -
CSIA Announces Award Winners at Executive Conference
The Control System Integrators Association (CSIA) announced winners of three awards during the association’s 2012 Executive Conference in Scottsdale, Ariz. -
Honeywell calls for student abstracts for competition
Students are invited to propose ideas on ways to advance innovation in the process automation industry. -
Collaboration between Wöhner, Phoenix Contact and Eaton
The collaboration under the name 'Partnership of Experts' includes the development of a hybrid motor starter using busbar systems technology which is short-circuit-proof and has connectivity to Eaton-developed SmartWire-DT technology. -
Unifying Recipe Management
Automation.com, April 2012 By Bill Lydon, Editor The Pharmaceutical Automation Roundtable group described the overall goal and vision of unified recipe management is to increase manufacturing productivity and accomplish zero day production releases. How far have they come? -
Is a VFD or Valve Faster?
Is a VFD or Valve Faster? -
SOURIAU adds catalog to Connector Website
An e-catalogue covers the company's range of metal, plastic, circular and rectangular connectors used in industrial, medical, instrumentation and renewable energy. -
SERCOS announces practical results of the machinery initiative
The first practical results of the machinery initiative, which was launched jointly by Sercos, ODVA and OPC Foundation in April 2011, was announced at the Hannover trade fair 2012. -
Sercos III Specification Update V1.3 Now Available
Specification V1.3 not only broadens the functionality and the range of applications of the globally accepted real-time standard Sercos but also includes new trends in machine and plant construction. -
Sercos releases diagnostic tool for Sercos III
The diagnostic tool allows a comprehensive and detailed analysis of the data traffic in Sercos III networks. -
Update on ODVA Machinery Initiative
ODVA, OPC Foundation and Sercos International plan to combine Sercos III and EtherNet/IP compliant devices on an integrated network infrastructure. -
ODVA releases energy specification enhancements for 2012
ODVA expanded capabilities for the optimization of energy usage on EtherNet/IP and other CIP Networks. -
AWWA and ISA to promote WWAC
The Florida Section of the American Water Works Association and the ISA will co-promote the 7-9 August 2012 Water/Wastewater and Automatic Controls (WWAC) Symposium. -
Deeter Level Sensors ATEX & IECEx Approved
ATEX approval was obtained for LVCS continuous output stainless steel vertical liquid level sensors and vertical float switches. -
mGuard International Users Conference
mGuard International Users Conference, presented by Phoenix Contact and Innominate, will be held June 6-7 at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. -
ABB to revamp mine hoist for Boliden in Northern Sweden
ABB will provide mechanical and electrical equipment, and related installation services, to modernize the hoist. -
Kepware signs distributor in Brazil
Kepware signed Exata Sistemas de Automação Ltda as its Preferred Distributor partner throughout Brazil. -
A Control Valve Primer by Hans D. Baumann
A Control Valve Primer by Hans D. Baumann -
Machinery and Systems Networking with Sercos III and EtherNet/IP
The first practical results of the machinery initiative, which was launched jointly by Sercos International, ODVA, and OPC Foundation in April 2011, were announced at the 2012 Hannover trade fair. -
HART Foundation Enhances HART DDL/EDDL Host Test Suite
Enhancements in v2.0 include improved Encoded Test DDs updated to align with the current Test Specifications, test report spreadsheets for documenting test results, and more. -
Phoenix Contact presents video updates from Hanover Fair
Engineers unable to travel to Germany for the Hanover Fair (Hannover Messe) can stay up-to-date with the latest news from the world’s largest industrial tradeshow. -
Midland-ACS SIL3 actuator control valves achieve SIL3 certification
Products to receive SIL3 capability status include direct-acting solenoid and pilot operated poppet valves, spool valves, and solenoid hydraulic valves for use in ballast control systems. -
JAI acquires TVI Vision in Finland
TVI Vision has developed, manufactured and marketed line scan cameras for industrial machine vision applications since 1993. -
Davis Instruments releases Thermal Imaging Technical Resource
Thermal Imaging Technical Resource includes an analysis of specifications, an explanation of image viewing technology,and a comparison of industrial vs building thermal imagers. -
HMS connects Chinese subway line
Guangzhou Metro Line in China connected various monitoring equipment to ControlNet using solutions from Rockwell Automation and the Anybus Communicator from HMS Industrial Networks. -
Ingenia updates online tool for Servo drives customization
Enhancements in Servo Drives a la Carte tool include Different Core controls, Power stages and Motor types. -
ATTABOX achieves IP68 rating for Enclosures
An IP68 rating means the enclosure provides protection from continuous water immersion, dust penetration and leakage from high pressure water jets or heavy seas. -
ARC predicts growth in Plant Asset Management
The worldwide market for Plant Asset Management Systems will experience an unknown amount of growth this year according to ARC. -
Daintree Networks Provides Lighting Solution to United Stationers
United Stationers installed an integrated intelligent lighting system consisting of energy-saving LED fixtures and Daintree’s ControlScope wireless lighting controls. -
Kollmorgen updates machine control website
Website helps machine builders quickly and easily find the motion and machine automation information they need to build machines with a competitive advantage. -
MESA International appoints Michael Yost president
Mike has held several positions in MESA, including the International Board of Directors, Strategic Advisor, Executive Chair of the Marketing Committee and North American Conference Chair. -
COPA-DATA celebrates 25-year anniversary
Founded in August 1987, COPA-DATA now has ten subsidiaries, cooperates with distributors throughout the world and has zenon customers in more than 50 countries. -
FCI ST100 Air/Gas Flow Meter Receives FM and FMc Approval
ST100 Flow Meter received FM and FMc approvals: Class I, Division 1, hazardous locations, Groups B, C, D; Class II and III, Div 1 Groups E, F, G; Nonincendive Class I Division 2 Groups A, B, C, D; Nonincendive Class II, Division 2 Groups E, F, G. -
IEEE releases smart-grid standard
IEEE-SA published IEEE 1591.1-2012 – Standard for Testing and Performance of Hardware for Optical Ground Wire (OPGW)-- used in the smart grid to provide grounding for transmission lines and communications back to utility systems. -
Elmo Motion Control drives gain EtherCAT Approval
Gold Servo Drives have passed the rigorous EtherCAT Conformance Tests. -
Endress+Hauser joins ODVA as principal member
Endress+Hauser will become a principal member, joining Bosch Rexroth, Cisco Systems, Rockwell Automation, Omron and Schneider Electric. -
Phoenix Contact wins HERMES award
The award is for a system that measures lightning surges in lightning conductors and conveys operational status evaluations via the Internet to the remote control center. -
Rotork valve assists efficient mineral grading
Mineral Engineering Processes uses Rotork CVA electric control valve actuators for flow control on heavy duty mineral processing machinery. -
SCL connects EnOcean and ZigBee wireless technologies to Niagara
The integration of EnOcean and ZigBee-based products to Niagara is performed through CAN2GO controllers which push the wireless points to JACE hardware via BACnet or Obix. -
Matthias Rebellius named president of Siemens Building Technologies
Most recently, Rebellius served as global CEO for the Siemens Fire Safety and Security business unit in Zug, Switzerland. -
ISA Automation Week 2012 Program Chair QA
ISA Automation Week 2012 Program Chair QA -
Catherine Morris elected Chair of the Robotic Industries Association
Morris was first elected to the RIA Board in 2003 and most recently served as the Board’s First Vice Chair. She also chairs the show committee for Automate 2013, RIA’s flagship event. -
Schroff signs NEI as systems integrator
Network Engines (NEI) is a provider of server-based application platforms and lifecycle support services for software developers and OEMs worldwide -
Phoenix Contact updates website
The homepage highlights new products, upcoming events and other current information, with links to information about the company, its products and services. -
It’s a process, not a product
Automation.com, April 2012 By John Krasnokutsky, Siemens Industry Machine builders and automation engineers should note that an energy-efficient system can actually translate into higher productivity. -
The Overlooked Kaizen Event: Communications and Marketing
Automation.com, April 2012 By Thomas R. Cutler Somehow the notion of lean manufacturing rarely continues through to the communications and marketing functions. Companies do a very poor job, in general, telling their manufacturing story. -
What Are the Factors that Affect VFD Rangeability?
What are the factors that affect VFD rangeability? -
Binder-USA Offers Custom M8 and M12 Cordsets
Binder-USA is now manufacturing custom M8 and M12 cordsets and cable assemblies to customer specifications. -
Coriolis flowmeters help GF reduce filling times and improve accuracy
GF reduced filling times, improved accuracy, and enabled tighter tolerances for its filling machines by using Emerson's Model FMT filling mass transmitter. -
Finesse Solutions joins MatrikonOPC Global Partner Network
Finesse Solutions is a maker of solutions for managing complex bio-process applications in the life sciences industry. -
Michaels upgrades Siemens energy management in 1,000 stores
The expansion was preceded by a thorough system analysis after a 30-site pilot and subsequent 200-site expansion. The upgrades will provide Michaels an ROI exceeding 90 percent. -
Global NC Market Grew 14.4% in 2011
CIMdata estimates that end-user payments for NC software grew from $1.333 billion in 2010 to $1.525 billion in 2011. -
Call for Papers for 7th ISA Marketing & Sales Summit
ISA has issued a call for papers for the 7th Annual ISA Marketing & Sales Summit, which takes place 15–17 August 2012 in Austin, Texas, USA. -
ZigBee Alliance announces wireless Light Link
Light bulbs, LED fixtures, sensors, timers, remotes and switches built using ZigBee Light Link will easily connect into a single network, without special devices to coordinate the network. -
AEGIS MOS streamlines NPI process for Badger Technologies
Badger Technologies incorporated Aegis’ MOS Manufacturing Operations Software into their Farmington, NY factory. -
ExperTune introduces Virtual Classroom for PID Training
The interactive training is provided by a live instructor, and includes hands-on practice using ExperTune’s “Virtual Classroom.” -
Siemens to provide drives for natural gas pipeline
Siemens will provide two 16,000 hp ROBICON WCIII drives and two 7,200V high-speed induction motors to Station 205 in Princeton, NJ. -
Are you ready for Stuxnet 2.0? More at ISA's Safety & Security Symposium
Are you ready for Stuxnet 2.0? More at ISA's Safety & Security Symposium -
Everything you always wanted to know about slab resolvers
Automation.com, April 2012 By Zettlex This article explains what slab resolvers are; how they work; where to use them; and suggests some lower cost options.