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  • Bud Adds Die-cast Aluminum NEMA-rated Enclosures

    Bud Adds Die-cast Aluminum NEMA-rated Enclosures

    The CN Series enclosures are ideal for use as instrument cases, meter cases, and junction boxes in marine applications, wet and dirty industrial applications, and wash down environments. Optional mounting flanges are molded to the base of the enclosure, rather than the lid. This means the unit can be opened without the need to detach it from the wall.
    12 April, 2006
  • FKI Logistex Upgrades Its WMS Software

    FKI Logistex Upgrades Its WMS Software

    Upgrades to Order Manager - a combined warehouse management system (WMS)/warehouse control system - include RFID support, enhanced order management, inventory control, and productivity reporting. Order Manager eliminates the need for multiple connections to a company's enterprise business systems (EBS). An EBS can communicate with Order Manager directly, avoiding multiple hardware and software vendor connections.
    12 April, 2006
  • TC Communications Introduces Ethernet & RS-232 Fiber Multiplexer

    TC Communications Introduces Ethernet & RS-232 Fiber Multiplexer

    The TC8516 multiplexes 4-16 channels of T1/E1, one 10/100 Ethernet and four RS-232 channels over single mode (1300/1550nm) fiber. It supports distances to more than 100 km and offers a two-way, "one fiber" communication option to maximize fiber cable usage. The Ethernet port supports non-blocking full 100Mbps bandwidth. It is IEEE 802.3/802.3u/802.3x compliant.
    12 April, 2006
  • Emerson Announces ATEX Approval for Digital Valve Controller

    The Fisher DVC2000 intelligent valve controller now has ATEX Certification to EEx ia 11C T4/T5, making it suitable for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
    11 April, 2006
  • Invensys Introduces Enterprise Control System

    The new InFusion enterprise control system combines capabilities from across Invensys with enterprise information and integration technologies from both Microsoft and SAP to dramatically reduce integration costs. With InFusion technology, most existing plant floor and enterprise systems can now be cost-effectively integrated into a common system.
    11 April, 2006
  • National Instruments Extends PXI to Microwave Frequencies

    National Instruments Extends PXI to Microwave Frequencies

    The new RF and microwave signal generators extend PXI to 6.6 GHz for continuous-wave (CW) sourcing, common tunable local oscillator (LO) and stimulus-response applications. In a single 3U PXI slot, the RF and microwave signal generators also offer the best phase noise and jitter of any NI source. All seven generators use direct digital synthesis (DDS) for high-resolution frequency hopping or phase-continuous sweeping for characterization applications.
    11 April, 2006
  • NI Announces PCI Version of Dynamic Range Digitizer

    NI Announces PCI Version of Dynamic Range Digitizer

    PCI version of the PXI-5922 flexible-resolution digitizer, also known as a PC-based oscilloscope, makes a wide range of dynamic measurements. This universal instrument is now available in a PCI form factor for applications in a variety of industries including communications, semiconductor, biomedical and ultrasonic nondestructive test (NDT).
    11 April, 2006
  • MagStar Technologies Conveyor Meets Cleanroom Standards

    MagStar Technologies Conveyor Meets Cleanroom Standards

    The Quickdraw Conveyor for use in cleanroom environments has a 50 percent smaller footprint than other conveyor systems, making it ideal for laboratory environments. It has a height of 2-7/8 inches and is only 1-1/2 inches wider than the transport tray. Along with its compact size, the conveyor features zone buffering and integrated sensors that provide users with conveyor control within specific conveyor zones.
    10 April, 2006
  • Symbion Systems Announces Software Platform for Process Analyzer

    Analyzer software includes three analytical suites. Symbion-DX and Symbion-RX& provide a standard process analytical software environment for controlling, sequencing and networking analytical instruments, sampling systems and data analysis routines. Symbion LX is an analytical laboratory software suite for spectroscopic analysis, connectivity, compliance and control.
    10 April, 2006
  • Taperhex Result is in Significant Noise-Reduction and Reduced Maintenance Costs

    Taperhex Result is in Significant Noise-Reduction and Reduced Maintenance Costs

    Interroll Corporation offers its popular 1700 Series universal conveyor roller with a Taperhex shaft design. The double spring-loaded Taperhex design allows the tapered hexagonal shaft to fit snuggly into side frame mounting holes, regardless of size or condition. The shaft design offers long-term performance reliability by providing a tight, self-adjusting fit that virtually eliminates movement and wear in the frame. The result is in significant noise-reduction and reduced maintenance costs in popular 1700 series applications including package and parcel handling, warehouse and distribution, food processing, security, and pharmaceutical.
    10 April, 2006
  • ASI's New Magnetic Sensors Work in Extreme Environments

    ASI's New Magnetic Sensors Work in Extreme Environments

    Hall Effect Magnetic Sensors offers a fast response time, with all models able to operate in extreme temperatures ranging from - 20° C to + 60° C. Standard features include being UL-listed, PNP or NPN outputs, 2 or 3 wire , standard 2 meter cable, available diameters of 6, 8, 9, 10, 12 or 18mm, and available with ATEX approvals.
    10 April, 2006
  • ACCES I/O Products Introduces Small Embedded Server for Industrial I/O

    ACCES I/O Products Introduces Small Embedded Server for Industrial I/O

    NANO I/O Server unit, one of the smallest embedded motherboard systems, is designed to support the ACCES I/O line of USB and PC/104 I/O modules along with the high-performance benefits of ETX. Featuring a motherboard/baseboard only 120mm across, the NANO right-angle mounted connectors include VGA, RS-232, four USB 2.0 ports, PS/2 mouse and keyboard, and Ethernet.
    10 April, 2006
  • Emerson's Coriolis Flow Meters are Certified to IEC 61508

    Emerson's Coriolis Flow Meters are Certified to IEC 61508

    TÜV certification of Micro Motion SIS Coriolis meters allows users to boost plant availability by using the flow and density measurement technology in safety instrumented systems in up to SIL-3 loops, per IEC 61508. The IEC certification reduces costs by eliminating costly documentation and analysis efforts associated with the alternative prior-use methodology of certification.
    10 April, 2006
  • Phoenix Contact's Ethernet Radios Offer Secure Wireless Communication

    Phoenix Contact's Ethernet Radios Offer Secure Wireless Communication

    The 802.11 a/b/g industrial Wireless Ethernet Radios have 802.11i/WPA2 security with AES-CCMP and 802.1x, the most advanced security measures available. The simple, IT-friendly embedded software allows any network PC with a web browser and proper identification the ability to configure the devices. Because the software is embedded, there is no software installation required, eliminating the learning curve.
    10 April, 2006
  • Drive Configuration Made Easy with Baumüller sizemaXX Software

    Drive Configuration Made Easy with Baumüller sizemaXX Software

    All standard functionalities of the Baumüller drives are stored in a data record in sizemaXX. They are always up-to-date and available to the user since the database can always be updated online. This allows for easily, quickly and precisely configuring complete drive groups. Up to six drive units, consisting of motor and converter, can be dimensioned in an interconnected system.
    07 April, 2006
  • FANUC Robotics Introduces Multipurpose Robot and Controller

    FANUC Robotics Introduces Multipurpose Robot and Controller

    R-2000iB multi-purpose intelligent robot is for a wide range of applications. The R-J3iC Robot Controller has a vibration control function that virtually eliminates robot vibration during motion. For spot welding applications, the R-J3iC automatically optimizes servo-gun and robot motion, reducing the robot's cycle time by about 15 percent, which provides significant improvements in throughput and productivity.
    07 April, 2006
  • Midwest Motion Products Introduces DC Power Supplies with 320 Watts of Continuous Power

    Midwest Motion Products Introduces DC Power Supplies with 320 Watts of Continuous Power

    12V, 24V and 48V DC Power Supplies feature a “universal” AC input ranging from 8 to 264 Volts AC. It is a compact, lightweight Power Supply design, measuring just 7” Long, by 4.5” wide and 2” tall. Rigid mounting is accomplished with 5 “M-3” threaded holes in the bottom of the Chassis.
    07 April, 2006
  • Omron’s New NSJ HMI Series Integrates Control, Display and an Open I/O Network, Saving Cost and Space While Simplifying Programming

    Omron’s New NSJ HMI Series Integrates Control, Display and an Open I/O Network, Saving Cost and Space While Simplifying Programming

    The NSJ series eliminates the need for and cost of separate display and controller hardware and the wiring and labor needed to connect them. With true deterministic control, all NSJ HMIs have separate but integrated processors for display and control tasks, so control response is never compromised due to heavy graphics demands. Display screens range in size from 5.7 inches to 12.1 inches, and in resolution from 320x240 to 800x600. The NSJ features include built-in Ethernet, USB and serial programming ports and printer ports. Networking and I/O expansion options are also available.
    07 April, 2006
  • Pepperl+Fuchs Introduces Single Rod For Bulk Materials Level

    Pepperl+Fuchs Introduces Single Rod For Bulk Materials Level

    Vibracon S LVL-B single rod for bulk materials has a tilted piezo drive that safeguards performance. Decoupling the process connection from the oscillating movement makes the sensor insensitive to external vibration and secures reliable measurement results.
    07 April, 2006
  • Pepperl+Fuchs Introduces Intrinsic Safety Interfaces

    Pepperl+Fuchs Introduces Intrinsic Safety Interfaces

    The C-Series of the K-System intrinsic safety interface is only 12.5 mm wide, has 3-port galvanic isolation and very low power dissipation.
    07 April, 2006
  • Pepperl+Fuchs Introduces PROFIBUS Segment Coupler With Redundancy

    Pepperl+Fuchs Introduces PROFIBUS Segment Coupler With Redundancy

    The FieldConnex® Power Hub for PROFIBUS provides selectable rRedundancy for the Gateway and for the Power Modules. Transparency of the Gateway lets all PA-devices appear to the DCS like native DP-slaves. The motherboard-based passive design and lowest heat dissipation provides for a very long service life.
    07 April, 2006
  • Pepperl+Fuchs Provides Fieldbus Diagnostics

    Pepperl+Fuchs Provides Fieldbus Diagnostics

    Advanced Diagnostics Module (ADM) for the FieldConnex Power Hub supervises the quality of fieldbus communication from remote at the engineering station. Typical aspects that fieldbus users deal with are proper cable termination, EMC, insulation levels or faulty hardware, all of which are pinpointed quickly and efficiently with the new Advanced Diagnostics Module.
    07 April, 2006
  • ControlAir Expands Series of Stainless Steel Pneumatic Regulators

    ControlAir Expands Series of Stainless Steel Pneumatic Regulators

    The expansion includes adding an automatic drain option, a low temperature option for arctic applications, and a new Stainless Steel Filter. The Type 350/360/370SS Series withstands harsh environments while providing highly accurate pressure regulation and filtration. The 316 stainless steel housing and filter assemblies and fluorocarbon diaphragm construction make the series compatible with sour gas and adaptable to off shore environments.
    06 April, 2006
  • Advantech Launches Stainless Steel Front Bezel Panel PC

    Advantech Launches Stainless Steel Front Bezel Panel PC

    The stainless steel front bezel makes the PPC-158T suitable for chemical plants, pharmaceutical plants, petrochemical plants, kitchens in restaurants, and many other environments that require a high level of cleanliness. Speakers and OSD functions are standard, but can be removed at the customer’s request. A choice of resistive and capacitive touch screens is available.
    06 April, 2006
  • Automated Assemblies Introduces Vision Software

    Automated Assemblies Introduces Vision Software

    Raptor Vision Software programming and camera setup are accomplished on an operator Interface by selecting tools from a broad range of inspection algorithms, including high accuracy measurement, defect detection, part location, package inspection, character reading, and data matrix code reading. Vision images are displayed on the Raptor® color touch-screen interface.
    06 April, 2006
  • Sealevel Systems Introduces RS-485 PC/104 Module

    Sealevel Systems Introduces RS-485 PC/104 Module

    The SIO-104+16.485 PC/104 module has 16 RS-485 ports. Designed to meet the core needs of PC/104 applications requiring high reliability, small size, and long-term availability, the board is perfect for a wide variety of military, commercial, and industrial applications.
    06 April, 2006
    Sponsored By Sealevel Systems, Inc
  • ControlEng Releases Servo Sizing Software

    ControlEng Releases Servo Sizing Software

    ServoSoft v2.3 Servo Sizing Software has CAM Profiles, Sequence Templates and Thermal Overload Models. CAM profiles help users optimize motion profiles. Sequence Templates make it easy to define a sequence for Rotary Knives, Flying Shears and Cut to Length applications. The overload monitoring models are used to ensure Infeed Modules, Inverters and Motors do not overheat when in an overload condition for a prolonged duration.
    06 April, 2006
  • MTL Releases Process Control and Functional Safety System

    MOST's process control system, Matrix v. 8.0, leverages Wonderware's Industrial Application Server to automatically manage and coordinate the development, modification, and deployment of control application components. Each of these components or templates contain all the information necessary for alarming, trending, historization, and security for process control tasks including PID loops, motor control, I/O interfacing, and diagnostics.
    05 April, 2006
  • Interroll's Brushed Roller Offers Increased Life For Light Duty Applications

    Interroll's Brushed Roller Offers Increased Life For Light Duty Applications

    HPBT RollerDrive offers more efficient power management with a reduced nominal current of 0.83A. It includes reduced noise emissions to below 60dBA while achieving application speeds of up to 315 feet per minute. Integral thermal protection eliminates the need for any external control and the HPBT interfaces readily with Interroll’s ‘Z’ card for any type of zero pressure accumulation solution.
    05 April, 2006
  • Interroll Enhances Control for Zero Pressure Accumulation Conveying

    Interroll Enhances Control for Zero Pressure Accumulation Conveying

    Z card provides self-contained intelligence to control accumulation in four conveyor application zones, including any combination of straights, merge, divert or transfer. The Z card interfaces to all Interroll RollerDrive products – both brushed and brushless solutions – significantly enhancing the control capabilities of virtually any conveyor application.
    05 April, 2006
  • GE Fanuc Automation Develops Biometric Interface for HMI/SCADA Operator Audit Trails

    GE Fanuc Automation Develops Biometric Interface for HMI/SCADA Operator Audit Trails

    GE Fanuc has added significant Biometric capabilities to its Proficy HMI/SCADA iFIX 4.0 to enhance the safe and compliant operation of pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturing processes. Biometrics, the ability to use a physical property of the operator such as a fingerprint or iris scan, can greatly reduce operator fatigue and response time.
    05 April, 2006
  • Phoenix Contact Expands Sensor/Actuator Cable Family

    Phoenix Contact Expands Sensor/Actuator Cable Family

    Sensor/Actuator Cable (SAC) MINI cordsets are available with male or female contacts and as straight or angled versions. Designed to the industry standard, the 3-, 4-, and 5-position connectors are produced with standard single keying. Available as overmolded cordsets, field wireable and panel feed-through connectors, the MINI provides both design and user flexibility.
    05 April, 2006
  • Spartan Scientific Announces Solenoid Valve for Food Applications

    Spartan Scientific Announces Solenoid Valve for Food Applications

    The 3B23 solenoid valve is designed for use in food service and processing applications that require media-separation. The 3B23 is compatible with a variety of media types such as water and chemicals which are contained within a valve cavity made with FDA-approved materials preventing any contact with the metal components of the solenoid operator.
    05 April, 2006
  • New NI CANopen Library Extends Connectivity for LabVIEW

    New NI CANopen Library Extends Connectivity for LabVIEW

    CANopen LabVIEW Library makes it easy for engineers to create industrial control and measurement applications with connectivity to hundreds of industrial CANopen devices, including motion drives, sensors and distributed I/O. The new library is a collection of high-level, easy-to-use NI LabVIEW functions that convert high-speed NI Series 2 Controller Area Network (CAN) devices into fully functional CANopen master interfaces.
    04 April, 2006
  • Alpha's Precision Gearhead eliminates need for right angle gearbox

    Alpha's Precision Gearhead eliminates need for right angle gearbox

    The LPB+ offers the option of adding an integrated geared pulley drive system. The belt pulley eliminates the need for a right angle gearbox, couplings and/or additional bearings - in turn, reducing cost, increasing performance, and reducing parts and engineering time for the system.
    04 April, 2006
  • Artila Serial-to-Ethernet Gateway Enables Browser-based Monitor and Control

    Artila Serial-to-Ethernet Gateway Enables Browser-based Monitor and Control

    the Aport-211W enables RS-232/422/485 serial devices to be monitored and controlled through standard Web browsers without the need to install dedicated application software. The Aport-211W provides a transparent data channel between a serial device and the TCP/IP network, making the serial device accessible using standard TCP/IP protocols. The Aport-211W can function as a TCP server, TCP client, or even a UDP node on a network.
    04 April, 2006
  • Expertune software Ensures Optimal Model Predictive Control

    Expertune software Ensures Optimal Model Predictive Control

    PlantTriage Performance Supervision Software now supervises Model Predictive Controllers (MPC). PlantTriage uses economic information and controller data to calculate assessments that quickly indicate if the MPC controller is continuing to provide a high return on investment. Without performance supervision in place, MPC controller performance often degrades over time, even to the point of being disabled by operations.
    04 April, 2006
  • National Instruments Software Links Common Requirements Management Tools to NI Development Environments

    Requirements Gateway software links common requirements management tools such as Telelogic DOORS, IBM Rational RequisitePro and Microsoft Word to NI software development environments, including NI LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, NI TestStand and MATRIXx. Requirements Gateway significantly improves the quality and efficiency of designing new products by enabling requirements traceability from documentation to implementation.
    04 April, 2006
  • NI LabVIEW Embedded Design Platform Now Available for Analog Devices Blackfin Processors

    NI LabVIEW Embedded Design Platform Now Available for Analog Devices Blackfin Processors

    LabVIEW Embedded Module for ADI Blackfin Processors extends the LabVIEW graphical dataflow development environment to directly target high-performance, low-power Blackfin Processors for faster embedded system development. The graphical development platform provides an out-of-the-box, integrated solution for solving real-world problems, empowering domain experts without embedded programming experience to overcome the traditional challenges of embedded development and deliver sophisticated applications quickly.
    04 April, 2006
  • Objective Interface's ORBexpress Communications Middleware Now Supports ThreadX RTOS from Express Logic

    Objective Interface customers will now be able to use the royalty-free ThreadX RTOS—which occupies only a tiny footprint on the embedded target—in resource-constrained applications such as digital cameras, wireless systems and audio processors. Objective Interface developers will also use ThreadX to design high-performance, highly deterministic embedded applications, such as factory floor controllers, advanced telemetry systems and medical electronics.
    03 April, 2006
  • Green Hills Software Announces Enhanced Platform for Automotive Systems

    Additions to the Platform for Automotive Systems include the velOSity royalty-free real-time microkernel, new CAN driver software, and support for next-generation office-in-the-car systems. velOSity is ideal for real-time, performance-critical, resource-constrained automotive electronic devices (ECUs), many of which lack off-chip memory, that can be found within in-car head units, handsets, dashboards, and body electronics.
    03 April, 2006
  • Danaher Motion to Launch System Control Software At Hannover Fair

    SERVOSHAFT software enables users to run all three main functions of a control system on their own computers: data monitoring and collection on the PC (SCADA function), the PLC and motion control. In addition, a graphical user interface simplifies operation and considerably reduces programming time while making it easier to optimize machine performance. SERVOSHAFT makes it easy to switch from old, mechanical control systems to ultra-modern, multi-axis systems.
    03 April, 2006
  • ASI Introduces a Line of Industrial Ethernet Switches

    ASI Introduces a Line of Industrial Ethernet Switches

    Ethernet Switches are available in 5 and 8 port managed or unmanaged versions with optional fiber capability. Designed to meet the demanding specifications of the industrial automation and transportation markets, the switch features DIN rail and wall mount design, redundant power input, reverse polarity protection, relay alarm output and has an easy configuration design.
    03 April, 2006
  • Emerson’s Field Communicator Passes Fieldbus Foundation’s Interoperability Test

    Emerson’s Field Communicator Passes Fieldbus Foundation’s Interoperability Test

    The 375 Field Communicator successfully completed the Fieldbus Foundation's Host Interoperability Support Test (HIST). The 375 is an intrinsically safe handheld communicator that universally supports FOUNDATION fieldbus and HART devices from all suppliers.
    03 April, 2006
  • TURCK Catalog Covers interface Relays

    TURCK Catalog Covers interface Relays

    "RELECO by TURCK" Catalog describes the 2-pole C12 changeover contact relay used for linking PC or PLC logic to machine operation. In addition, the catalog features new CSS relays used for either AC or DC inductive and resistive load switching.
    03 April, 2006
  • Gateway to AS-Interface with the WAGO-I/O-SYSTEM - I/O, Master, power supply and more

    Gateway to AS-Interface with the WAGO-I/O-SYSTEM - I/O, Master, power supply and more

    AS-Interface is perhaps the most simple, yet powerful, fieldbus network for the connection of Actuators and Sensors. Now, the AS-Interface Network is supported by the most flexible, modular, and cost effective I/O System – The WAGO-I/O-SYSTEM.
    31 March, 2006
  • Pepperl+Fuchs to Highlight Position Measuring System, Light Beam Switches and RFID at Hannover Fair

    The following products are to be highlighted for the first time at the Hanover Fair: Inductive position measuring system for the detection of absolute position; ML9 Miniature light beam switches; and Ident Control for RFID systems with Profinet Interface.
    31 March, 2006
  • Caterpillar Expands Line of Diesel Generator Sets

    Caterpillar Expands Line of Diesel Generator Sets

    The new line of generator sets offer EPA Tier 3 certified (320-450 ekW), Tier 2 certified (455-550 ekW), and low BSFC (320-500 ekW) ratings. The 60 Hz generator set is designed for standby, prime and load management applications.
    31 March, 2006
  • Austriamicrosystems Introduces Very Low Power Supervisory System

    Austriamicrosystems Introduces Very Low Power Supervisory System

    Consuming only 6.2µA, the AS1920/AS1922 family of triple voltage supervisory circuits is ideal for battery-powered equipment, computers, intelligent instruments, critical µP power monitoring, controllers and automotive applications.
    31 March, 2006
  • Hoffer Introduces Gas Turbine Flowmeters

    Hoffer Introduces Gas Turbine Flowmeters

    The Premier Gas Series of turbine flowmeters provides extremely accurate gas flow measurement at a cost less than typical mass or ultrasonic type flowmeters. Designed to measure flow through a pipeline, this flowmeter provides high accuracy measurement for a variety of applications, including energy consumption, plant cost allocations, and general fiscal measurement.
    31 March, 2006
  • AllMotion Introduces Programmable Dual Axis Stepper Driver

    The dual axis EZHR17EN high resolution intelligent stepper motor controller/driver with encoder feedback provides up to 2A drive current for one axis and up to 1A for the second. A daughtercard is avakilable for a second stepper or bidirectional DC driver. The EZHR17EN and daughtercard can microstep up to 1/256 and 1/16 steps, respectively.
    30 March, 2006
  • Advantech Launches Pentium 4/Celeron D Processor-based Motherboard

    Advantech Launches Pentium 4/Celeron D Processor-based Motherboard

    AIMB-560 micro ATX motherboard supports Intel's LGA 775 socket for Pentium 4 and Celeron D processors with speeds of up to 3.8/3.06 GHz. The AIMB-560 offers an attractive LAN performance with a dual high-bandwidth and Ethernet interfaces of up to 2 Gbps of throughput. Its slim size of 9.6” x 9.6” will work for small footprint applications.
    30 March, 2006
  • Artila's New Industrial PC runs Linux

    Artila's New Industrial PC runs Linux

    The Matrix-500 ARM9-based, Linux-ready industrial box computer calls itself a light-weight but rock-solid 32-bit programmable controller for unmanned industrial applications. It has 32-bit RISC technology, open-source Linux OS, and comprehensive network and communication support.
    30 March, 2006
  • Midwest Motion Products announces New 12 Volt DC Gearmotor

    Midwest Motion Products announces New 12 Volt DC Gearmotor

    Model No. MMP-TM55-12V GP52-308 accepts any 12 Volt DC source, including battery power. The output of the gearmotor is rated for 35 Nm continuous torque at 15 RPM, and 70Nm Peak. The motor is an efficient design, requiring just 7.2 Ampere at 12 Volts DC to generate its Full Load Output Torque.
    30 March, 2006
  • Panduit announces Stainless Steel Self-Locking Ties

    Panduit announces Stainless Steel Self-Locking Ties

    PAN-STEEL Fully Coated Ties provide a durable method of bundling and fastening for harsh offshore and shipbuilding environments where strength, vibration, salt spray, UV radiation, weathering, corrosion and temperature extremes are a concern. The innovative locking head assures locking in any position, with a loop tensile strength of up to 450 lbs.
    30 March, 2006
  • Emerson's Sanitary Pressure Regulators Now Available In Expanded Sizes, Trim And Springs

    Emerson's Sanitary Pressure Regulators Now Available In Expanded Sizes, Trim And Springs

    Fisher Type SR5 sanitary pressure regulators and Type SR8 sanitary back pressure regulators now include 2–inch and 3-inch models. In addition to the size expansion, a new PEEK soft seat material has been added for all sizes. A 75-125 psig spring size has been added for 1/2-inch to 1-1/2-inch SR8’s, raising the max set point from 100 to 125 psig.
    29 March, 2006
  • FKI Logistex Releases Latest Version Of Material Handling Control System

    FKI Logistex Releases Latest Version Of Material Handling Control System

    BOSS is a PC-based control solution that lets distribution center managers direct and measure productivity of material handling systems. New features in the BOSS system include a networked graphical HMI, multiple processors, and support for a variety of I/O platforms. It combines productivity monitoring tools, machine control, data collection, system diagnostics and HMI into a single software package.
    29 March, 2006
  • Fluke Introduces 2006 Edition of Test Tools Catalog

    Fluke Introduces 2006 Edition of Test Tools Catalog

    Available immediately at no charge, the 2006 product catalog provides detailed information on features and specifications for the full line of Fluke products, as well as selection guides and ordering information. The Fluke Test Tool Catalog has been updated with new products including the Fluke Ti20 Thermal Imager, the Fluke 971 Temperature Humidity Meter, and the Fluke 561 HVACPro Thermometer.
    29 March, 2006
  • MTS Introduces High Performance Magnetostrictive Position Sensor

    MTS Introduces High Performance Magnetostrictive Position Sensor

    R-Series Synchronous Serial encoder (SSI) Interface position sensor includes options for synchronized 7500 kHz update rates and position accuracy as low as +/-20 microns (+/-0.0008 in.) The SSI comes standard with an IP 67 housing (IP 68 with integral cable), as well as ATEX-approved explosion-proof and NEMA 4X optional housings.
    29 March, 2006
  • ZIF Connectors From ITT Increase Reliability, Decrease Crosstalk

    Cannon DLP series of Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) connectors provide greater contact reliability and reduced signal crosstalk. With a minimum rated life of 10,000 mate/unmate cycles and no loss in performance, DLP series connectors can be mated/unmated in less than two seconds. Because the contact in the receptacle connector mates directly to the PCB on the plug half, signal paths are minimized and crosstalk kept to a minimum.
    28 March, 2006
  • Adept Technology Introduces Vision tool for Material Handling and Assembly Robots

    AdeptSight Guidance includes Hexsight geometric object location tool for parts recognition and an extensive set of vision inspection and recognition tools. AdeptSight Guidance runs on commercial PCs with Microsoft Windows and comes complete with all the necessary hardware including camera, lens and accessories.
    28 March, 2006
  • Emerson Introduces Gas Analyzers

    Emerson Introduces Gas Analyzers

    Rosemount X-STREAM analyzers offer single- and dual-channel analysis using infrared, ultraviolet and visible (NDIR/UV/VIS) photometry, paramagnetic and electrochemical oxygen, and thermal conductivity sensor technologies. X-STREAM analyzers provide real-time control to help customers fine-tune their processes for increased productivity and profitability.
    28 March, 2006
  • Measurement Computing Introduces Analog Output Devices For USB

    The USB-3110, USB-3112, and USB-3114 have integrated high-drive voltage outputs, eliminating the need for external high-drive amplifiers. The USB-3100 series’ proprietary architecture virtually eliminates dead-band (unresponsive) codes.
    28 March, 2006
  • Moxa Introduces Ethernet I/O Server for PC-Based Data Acquisition and Control

    ioLogik 4000, is designed to read sensor data, on/off status, and control on/off status of devices remotely over an Ethernet network from a host computer. Support for standard Modbus protocol makes ioLogik 4000 compatible with most SCADA software, such as Intellution iFix, Wonderware, and Labview.
    28 March, 2006
  • New Real-Time Features in NI LabVIEW Control Design Toolkit

    The Control Design Toolkit features high-performance, real-time implementation and advanced Kalman filtering that help engineers and scientists streamline control system design and final deployment. Engineers shorten development time by going directly to real-time deployment after they have analyzed and designed their control system.
    28 March, 2006
  • Korenix Launches Industrial PoE Unmanaged Switch

    Korenix Launches Industrial PoE Unmanaged Switch

    The JetNet 3705 Industrial PoE Unmanaged Switches are fully compatible with Powered Devices (PD) that comply with the IEEE 802.3af PoE standard. The JetNet 3705 uses an external 48VDC power source, can deliver up to 15.4 watts power, and provides 10/100Mb data transmission over Ethernet cables. The PoE ports also have an auto-sensing algorithm so that they provide power only to attached 802.3af end devices.
    28 March, 2006
  • Universal Flow Monitors Introduces Stainless Steel Flowmeters

    Universal Flow Monitors Introduces Stainless Steel Flowmeters

    CoolPoint flowmeters are now offered in 316 SS construction for measuring and monitoring corrosive fluids and water with chemicals added. Flowmeters with the 316 SS bodies can be equipped with Kalrez perfluoroelastomer seals for added reliability in harsh chemical environments.
    28 March, 2006
  • Omron Develops Antenna to boost UHF RFID Tag Read Performance

    OMRON developed a new type of antenna technology that can electronically control the electromagnetic field emitted from the reader. This technology reduces reflections, thus minimizing the degradation of system performance due to multipath interference.
    27 March, 2006
  • MOST SIL 2 Safety Architecture Receives TÜV Certification

    SafetyNet meets the safety needs of Burner Management (BMS) and Emergency Shut Down (ESD) applications. SafetyNet is built on the same control platform as the MOST Process Automation System, allowing a user address process control and functional safety needs with the same control platform.
    24 March, 2006
  • Parker Introduces Industrial PCs with FDA-approved Material

    Parker Introduces Industrial PCs with FDA-approved Material

    Stainless steel bezel option for HPC industrial PCs and HPX WindowsR-based HMI PowerStations provides these workstations with an exposed front that is ideal for maintaining sanitary conditions in FDA-regulated environments such as food processing, pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing.
    24 March, 2006
  • Siemens Introduces Oil Field Management Software

    Siemens Introduces Oil Field Management Software

    Oil Field Management Intelligence Pack is a pre-packaged, role-based, upstream operations performance management system that provides proactive notification of current and emerging problems helping production supervisors and managers make better informed decisions about upstream assets and respond to situations in real-time.
    24 March, 2006
  • Advantech Launches Single Board Computer with Dual PCI Express Gigabit Ethernets

    Advantech Launches Single Board Computer with Dual PCI Express Gigabit Ethernets

    The PCA-6190 single board computer supports Intel's Pentium 4 and Celeron D processors with speeds of up to 3.8/3.06 GHz and a front size bus speed of 800/533 MHz. It has four serial-ATA devices, eight USB 2.0 ports, two PCI-Express x1 LAN chips, a general purpose I/O interface, and CMOS automatic backup and restore to prevent accidental data loss of the BIOS.
    23 March, 2006
  • GE Fanuc Embedded Systems Acquires SBS Technologies

    GE Fanuc Embedded Systems announced today that it has agreed to acquire SBS Technologies®, Inc., a designer of open architecture embedded computer products that enable original equipment manufacturers to serve commercial, communication and government customers. When the transaction is complete, SBS Technologies shareholders will receive $16.50 per share payable in cash, for a total consideration of approximately $215 million, net of SBS Technologies cash and equivalents.
    23 March, 2006
  • Ice Qube Introduces Convoluted Core Heat Exchangers

    Ice Qube Introduces Convoluted Core Heat Exchangers

    Convoluted core heat exchangers with cross flow and counter flow provide as much as 55 watts/ºF of closed-loop heat removal capacity. A powerful fan is used to draw the heated air, created by the enclosed electronic equipment, over the heat-absorbing convoluted core.
    23 March, 2006
  • Danaher Motion Introduces Guide to Specialty Motors

    Danaher Motion Introduces Guide to Specialty Motors

    The guide highlights the Portescap family of brushless DC motors, brushed DC coreless motors and stepper motors, as well as its digital linear actuators, gearheads and encoders. Product details, characteristics and resulting advantages to the user are discussed. An application overview section reviews where specialty motion control is of particular significance.
    23 March, 2006
  • Alpha Gear Drive Introduces Servo Sizing Software

    Cymex® calculation software finds the optimal gear reducer for an application. It has an extensive databases in which all alpha products and 6000 motors from various manufacturers are stored - the largest library of its kind anywhere in the world. Simply enter application data and cymex® will immediately calculate the complete drive train.
    23 March, 2006
  • Universal Flow Monitors Introduces Larger Sizes of Vortex Shedding Flowmeter

    Universal Flow Monitors Introduces Larger Sizes of Vortex Shedding Flowmeter

    The CoolPoint vortex shedding flowmeter is offered in two new pipe sizes: 3 inches, which provides a flow rate of 300 gallons per minute, and 4 inches, with a flow rate of 600 gallons per minute. Applications include measuring and monitoring higher flows of water and coolant in industrial machinery.
    23 March, 2006
  • AD Products announces Communicator and Calibrator with HAER

    AD Products announces Communicator and Calibrator with HAER

    The Meriam MFC 4100 communicator and MFT 4000 multifunction communicator/calibrator have full HART digital communications capability. Both are portable, handheld devices.
    22 March, 2006
  • Xycom Automation Announces Operator Interface Touch Screens

    AGP3000 Series is a complete line of graphic operator interface panels with self-guiding, intuitive screen editor software. The AGP3000 HMIs meet the new ROHS “lead-free” European directive along with global certifications including CE, UL, cUL, Class I, Division 2 ratings.
    22 March, 2006
  • Cognex's Checker Sensor Doesn't Need a PLC

    Cognex's Checker Sensor Doesn't Need a PLC

    Checker sensors use patterns to detect and inspect parts, providing unmatched reliability. The Checker 101E eliminates the cost and complexity of a PLC for part tracking and rejection on variable-speed lines.
    22 March, 2006
  • Wonderware Releases New Web-Based Performance Management Software

    SuiteVoyager 2.6 Web-based performance management software enables companies to improve manufacturing operations performance through dynamic analysis and reporting of key performance and production indicators to help make proactive decisions that improve profitability and efficiency.
    21 March, 2006
  • AXIOMTEK Launches Industrial Automation Controller

    ICS-415V industrial grade workstation has a 15" TFT LCD, supports full-size CPU cards and 8-slot PCI/ISA backplanes, and provides a front-access design for CD-ROM/FDD/USB/PS2. It meets harsh environmental needs of many applications including measurement control, industrial machinery, oil pipe, and more.
    21 March, 2006
  • Banner's IP67-Rated Spot Lights Deliver Bright, Off-Axis Illumination for Vision Inspections

    Banner's IP67-Rated Spot Lights Deliver Bright, Off-Axis Illumination for Vision Inspections

    Spot lights connect directly to PresencePLUS® vision sensors and offer a choice of continuous or strobed operation using sensor software. Single, high-power LEDs deliver bright, even light, even if voltage fluctuates. The compact 30 mm barrel spot lights are ideal for confined locations or can be placed directly above an object to enhance the contrast of surface features in a variety of applications.
    21 March, 2006
  • Brady Introduces Label Design Software for Product ID and Tracking

    BradySoft Label Design Software provides a range of sophisticated label design features for any project, from easy label designs to general bar coding. The software also enables company data to be imported and printed on the label in a variety of formats - including 2D barcodes - regardless of volume.
    21 March, 2006
  • CimQuest INGEAR Announces Runtime Free Visual Studio .NET Drivers for Allen-Bradley PLCs

    Programmers can develop highly customized SCADA/MMI applications using Visual Basic or C# for the Microsoft .NET framework using INGEAR’s NET.ABLink managed code assembly. NET.ABLink supports Ethernet communications to Allen-Bradley MicroLogix, SLC and MicroLogix family of programmable logic controllers.
    21 March, 2006
  • Ice Qube offers Enclosure Air Conditioners

    Enclosure Air Conditioners cool from the top or bottom. Bottom cool air flow units provide more flexibility and increased efficiency in cooling enclosed electronics when the heat source is concentrated in the lower portion of the enclosure.
    21 March, 2006
  • Ethernet-Based Devices from NI Offer Expansion I/O for Any PC or PAC

    Ethernet-Based Devices from NI Offer Expansion I/O for Any PC or PAC

    Two Ethernet- and serial-based Compact FieldPoint network interfaces can expand the I/O in any PC or programmable automation controller (PAC). The cFP-1804 four-slot and the cFP-1808 eight-slot interfaces offer five standard protocols for open connectivity with industrial platforms and integrate more than 30 Compact FieldPoint industrial I/O modules into systems with industry standards including TCP/IP, Modbus and Optomux.
    21 March, 2006
  • NI CANopen Library Extends Industrial Connectivity for LabVIEW

    CANopen LabVIEW Library makes it easy for engineers to create industrial control and measurement applications with connectivity to hundreds of industrial CANopen devices, including motion drives, sensors and distributed I/O. The new library is a collection of high-level LabVIEW functions that convert high-speed NI Series 2 Controller Area Network (CAN) devices into fully functional CANopen master interfaces.
    21 March, 2006
  • NI announces Isolated PCI Data Acquisition, Motion Boards

    NI announces Isolated PCI Data Acquisition, Motion Boards

    The NI PCI-6230 isolated M Series DAQ board features analog and digital I/O lines with built-in digital isolation for direct connectivity to industrial sensors. The NI PCI-7390 position (pulse) command motion controller with built-in isolation offers direct connectivity to popular motion drives, including Yaskawa Sigma II, Mitsubishi MR-J2S and Panasonic Minas A, and provides advanced synchronization capabilities with NI vision and DAQ hardware.
    21 March, 2006
  • ProSoft Technology Releases Application Server and Historian

    ProSoft Technology Releases Application Server and Historian

    ProLinx 7000 Application Server (AppSrvCE) delivers communication protocols and an embedded data historian in one package. It is fully customizable and programmable, supporting multiple automation programming languages. The data historian is capable of logging up to 500 tags of real-time data at sub-second speeds.
    21 March, 2006
  • SIXNET Introduces Industrial 5-port Managed Switch

    SIXNET Introduces Industrial 5-port Managed Switch

    The ET-5MS is a smaller, more cost effective solution for applications that require 5 managed ports or less. It has full industrial ratings, including a wide operating temperature range, Zone 2 hazardous locations, marine and offshore and more.
    21 March, 2006
  • AD Products Introduces Dry & Liquid Filled Pressure Gauges

    AD Products Introduces Dry & Liquid Filled Pressure Gauges

    NOSHOK dry and liquid filled pressure gauges have dial ranges from Vacuum through 100,000 psi and accuracy of +/- 1% of full range, Case construction is available in a wide variety of material types including ABS, brass, steel, chrome, phenolic and stainless steel.
    20 March, 2006
  • ASI Introduces Terminal Breakout Modules for Compumotor Controllers

    ASI Introduces Terminal Breakout Modules for Compumotor Controllers

    IMDS15M, IMDS25F and IMRC50 are alternatives to the Compumotor VM15, VM25 and VM50, respectively. The IMDS15 and 25 are screw terminal to D-sub connector modules; the IMRC module is a screw terminal to a 50 position ribbon cable connector.
    20 March, 2006
  • EMX Introduces Solar Panel for Photoelectric Sensor/Transmitter

    EMX Introduces Solar Panel for Photoelectric Sensor/Transmitter

    SP44 Solar Panel for the P-44 Thru-beam Photoelectric Sensor/Transmitter extends emitter battery life by up to two years. By extending the life of this battery, field service replacements are reduced by a factor of five. The Solar Panel can be located almost anywhere that is exposed to sunlight.
    20 March, 2006
  • InduSoft’s Import Tool Converts Legacy PanelMate® Applications

    InduSoft’s Import Tool Converts Legacy PanelMate® Applications

    PanelMate Import Tool makes it easy for a user to replace legacy PanelMate operator panels without losing any of the engineering, programming or configuration efforts that went into the original system development years ago. The Import Tool works with PanelMate systems from IDT/Cutler-Hammer (now Eaton Electrical), and compatible products sold under license by Schneider Electric.
    20 March, 2006
  • InduSoft HMI/SCADA Software Runs on Everything

    InduSoft HMI/SCADA Software Runs on Everything

    Web Studio v6.1 SP1 runs on various configurations of Windows platforms, from powerful redundant workstations using the latest Intel processors and Windows server software, to simple handheld PDAs and “smart phones” that use Windows CE/Windows Mobile technology. It also runs on diskless embedded processors and Panel PCs, and supports web-based applications.
    20 March, 2006
  • Moxa Introduces Entry-level Media Converter

    Moxa Introduces Entry-level Media Converter

    The IMC-21 series, which provides an economic solution for Industrial Ethernet to fiber conversion, consists of entry-level 10/100BaseT(X) to 100BaseFX and 10BaseT to 10BaseFL media converters. The converters are specially designed for reliable and stable operation in harsh industrial environments, such as machine manufacturing, factory automation, and building automation.
    20 March, 2006
  • Sealevel Systems Announces Fanless Industrial Computer

    Sealevel Systems Announces Fanless Industrial Computer

    Relio R2000 ruggedized industrial computer for use in harsh environments is available with up to a 1.4GHz Intel Pentium M processor. Fanless operation is possible to 50°C. It has dual 10/100BaseT Ethernet, two RS-232/422/485 serial ports, and two USB 2.0 ports.
    20 March, 2006
    Sponsored By Sealevel Systems, Inc
  • Technosoft Introduces Family of Intelligent, Universal Drives

    Technosoft Introduces Family of Intelligent, Universal Drives

    These high-performance intelligent products cover all types of applications for brushless, DC, linear and step motors from 25 W (45 V, 0.5 A) up to 640 W (80 V, 8 A). They are designed to embed motion control, drive and PLC functionalities in a single frame unit of different sizes.
    20 March, 2006
  • Grace Engineered Products GFCI Receptacles Now Ship with Utility Receptacle

    Grace Engineered Products GFCI Receptacles Now Ship with Utility Receptacle

    GracePort convenience interfaces ordered with GFCI receptacles will ship with the new Inside-Outlet utility receptacle, which combines both an external and an internal control panel receptacle in one assembly. This saves time by making the TEST/RESET functions available to maintenance personnel from the outside of the control panel.
    17 March, 2006
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