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Simplify the terminal rail assembly: Weidmuller’s RailDesigner 5.0
Weidmuller RailDesigner 5.0 software is used for selecting, planning and ordering custom designed DIN-rail assemblies. The existing features of RailDesigner, combined with the new improvements in... » more
Endress+Hauser launches new pressure sensor line
Extensive product line aims at sophisticated performance with a budget price. » more
Welcome back to CFE Media, Consulting-Specifying Engineer, Control Engineering, Plant Engineering
We’d like to welcome you back, and welcome you to something new. Longtime readers of this magazine will notice very few changes, yet CFE Media is something entirely new – and not just in name. When... » more
Hot-water cooled supercomputer goes live
IBM has delivered a first-of-a-kind hot water-cooled supercomputer to the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich (ETH Zurich), marking a new era in energy-aware computing. The innovative... » more
Safe journey: GM program strives to make safety everyone’s job
General Motors found that instilling safety in all employees and using safety automation products lowered risk and injuries. GM created a risk assessment program to help identify potential hazards,... » more
Honeywell completes Matrikon acquisition
Honeywell has completed its acquisition of Matrikon, the Edmonton, Canada-based manufacturing technology company. Most of Matrikon’s capabilities will be placed under HPS’s (Honeywell Process... » more
AMT, NAM join forces to promote U.S. manufacturing
The Association For Manufacturing Technology and the National Association of Manufacturers will promote the importance of manufacturing and innovation in the U.S. economy as part of a new... » more
Integrating safety requires attention to cyber security issues as well
Safety instrumented systems (SIS) demand integrator skills significantly more advanced than those required for the usual PLC project. A system integrator must be able to deliver a system proven to... » more
Dataforth compact 6.2 mm signal converters
A new family of compact DSCP signal converters introduced by Dataforth Corp. includes seven models, each in an ultra-slim 6.2 mm case. » more
Automation software: Factories, plant designs get more efficient with new 3D design suite, Autodesk says
Autodesk accelerates design and visualization with new design suite family, including Autodesk Factory Design Suite, for machine and equipment builders, system integrators and manufacturers to... » more
MathWorks Simulink PLC Coder is TÜV SÜD certified
MathWorks says TÜV SÜD certifies Simulink PLC Coder for development processes that must comply with IEC 61508-3 and IEC 61511-1. With this certification, engineers looking to develop high-integrity... » more
Get AutomationDirect DINnector products in smaller quantities
AutomationDirect now offers popular screw terminal blocks, ground terminal blocks, supplementary protectors, end brackets, and DIN rail in smaller quantities than previously. » more
Applying programmable safety PLCs
During the design phase of a project, it is sometimes impossible to cover all scenarios from a safety integration standpoint, but it is still best to cover as many bases as possible before beginning... » more
Provide safety through system integration, says CNC Solutions
Handling sheet metal parts for this punching and forming operation was causing an unacceptable number of worker injuries until CNC Solutions automated the process with robotics and reduced number of... » more
2011 System Integrator of the Year Awards: Open for entries
Automation system integrators - download and return the nomination form for the 2011 System Integrator of the Year award from Control Engineering. » more
GarrettCom Magnum 6KM hardened mobile Ethernet switch
Industrial grade GarrettCom switch withstands shock and vibration to provide Ethernet network connectivity under rough mobile conditions. » more
Safety from a system integrator perspective
Functional safety is best applied from the ground up as part of the overall machine design process rather than as an add-on at the end. Whenever new motion is added, such as a servo control, the... » more
ABB enables shore-to-ship power in Gothenburg to reduce local emissions
During 10 hours in port, one cruise ship’s diesel generators ship can burn 20 metric tons of fuel and produce 60 tons of carbon dioxide, equivalent to annual emissions of 25 average-sized European... » more
Open, graphic, industrial HMI: Beijer Electronics iX HMI
New Beijer Electronics iX HMI solution is without barriers between design and engineering and is truly open, what the company calls the world's most graphic HMI solution. » more
Integrated prototype functions ease control panel design
Software helps control panel designs and the component selection, prototyping, setup, and testing of control panel components prior to assembly. Such software also can help with optimal component... » more
ABB completes acquisition of K-TEK
Integration of instrumentation maker aims to boost instrumentation portfolio and improve offerings for oil and gas, water markets. » more
Integration of instrumentation maker aims to boost instrumentation portfolio and improve offerings for oil and gas, water markets. » more
Evolving wireless technology
During my post-RBI hiatus, I continued to pay attention to the areas I traditionally follow, at least to some extent. This included attending the Sensors Expo last month. Generally I go through that... » more
During my post-RBI hiatus, I continued to pay attention to the areas I traditionally follow, at least to some extent. This included attending the Sensors Expo last month. Generally I go through that... » more
Simplify the terminal rail assembly: Weidmuller’s RailDesigner 5.0Weidmuller RailDesigner 5.0 software is used for selecting, planning and ordering custom designed DIN-rail assemblies. The existing features of RailDesigner, combined with the new improvements in... » more
ISA100.11a compliance group releases conformance test kits
ISA100 Wireless Compliance Institute delivers package to verify wireless device interoperability and stack conformance. » more
ISA100 Wireless Compliance Institute delivers package to verify wireless device interoperability and stack conformance. » more
Endress+Hauser launches new pressure sensor lineExtensive product line aims at sophisticated performance with a budget price. » more
Welcome back to CFE Media, Consulting-Specifying Engineer, Control Engineering, Plant EngineeringWe’d like to welcome you back, and welcome you to something new. Longtime readers of this magazine will notice very few changes, yet CFE Media is something entirely new – and not just in name. When... » more
Hot-water cooled supercomputer goes liveIBM has delivered a first-of-a-kind hot water-cooled supercomputer to the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich (ETH Zurich), marking a new era in energy-aware computing. The innovative... » more
Safe journey: GM program strives to make safety everyone’s jobGeneral Motors found that instilling safety in all employees and using safety automation products lowered risk and injuries. GM created a risk assessment program to help identify potential hazards,... » more
Honeywell completes Matrikon acquisitionHoneywell has completed its acquisition of Matrikon, the Edmonton, Canada-based manufacturing technology company. Most of Matrikon’s capabilities will be placed under HPS’s (Honeywell Process... » more
AMT, NAM join forces to promote U.S. manufacturingThe Association For Manufacturing Technology and the National Association of Manufacturers will promote the importance of manufacturing and innovation in the U.S. economy as part of a new... » more
Integrating safety requires attention to cyber security issues as wellSafety instrumented systems (SIS) demand integrator skills significantly more advanced than those required for the usual PLC project. A system integrator must be able to deliver a system proven to... » more
Dataforth compact 6.2 mm signal convertersA new family of compact DSCP signal converters introduced by Dataforth Corp. includes seven models, each in an ultra-slim 6.2 mm case. » more
Automation software: Factories, plant designs get more efficient with new 3D design suite, Autodesk saysAutodesk accelerates design and visualization with new design suite family, including Autodesk Factory Design Suite, for machine and equipment builders, system integrators and manufacturers to... » more
MathWorks Simulink PLC Coder is TÜV SÜD certifiedMathWorks says TÜV SÜD certifies Simulink PLC Coder for development processes that must comply with IEC 61508-3 and IEC 61511-1. With this certification, engineers looking to develop high-integrity... » more
Get AutomationDirect DINnector products in smaller quantities AutomationDirect now offers popular screw terminal blocks, ground terminal blocks, supplementary protectors, end brackets, and DIN rail in smaller quantities than previously. » more
Applying programmable safety PLCsDuring the design phase of a project, it is sometimes impossible to cover all scenarios from a safety integration standpoint, but it is still best to cover as many bases as possible before beginning... » more
Provide safety through system integration, says CNC SolutionsHandling sheet metal parts for this punching and forming operation was causing an unacceptable number of worker injuries until CNC Solutions automated the process with robotics and reduced number of... » more
2011 System Integrator of the Year Awards: Open for entriesAutomation system integrators - download and return the nomination form for the 2011 System Integrator of the Year award from Control Engineering. » more
GarrettCom Magnum 6KM hardened mobile Ethernet switchIndustrial grade GarrettCom switch withstands shock and vibration to provide Ethernet network connectivity under rough mobile conditions. » more
Safety from a system integrator perspectiveFunctional safety is best applied from the ground up as part of the overall machine design process rather than as an add-on at the end. Whenever new motion is added, such as a servo control, the... » more
ABB enables shore-to-ship power in Gothenburg to reduce local emissionsDuring 10 hours in port, one cruise ship’s diesel generators ship can burn 20 metric tons of fuel and produce 60 tons of carbon dioxide, equivalent to annual emissions of 25 average-sized European... » more
Coal mine safety
Dear Control Engineering: Aren’t there sensors and other safety devices that could make coal mining less hazardous? » more
Dear Control Engineering: Aren’t there sensors and other safety devices that could make coal mining less hazardous? » more
Open, graphic, industrial HMI: Beijer Electronics iX HMINew Beijer Electronics iX HMI solution is without barriers between design and engineering and is truly open, what the company calls the world's most graphic HMI solution. » more
Integrated prototype functions ease control panel designSoftware helps control panel designs and the component selection, prototyping, setup, and testing of control panel components prior to assembly. Such software also can help with optimal component... » more
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