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New open-platform HMIs offer SCADA versatility, Web-based features, and UL certification
Maple Systems releases two new UL-listed, high-resolution widescreen HMIs that run MS Windows CE. » more
Wireless instrumentation helps boost production, cut costs at Argentine natural gas producer
Tecpetrol uses data from Rosemount wireless transmitters. Results in production increase of $4 million while reducing maintenance costs by 62% and supervisory control costs by 35%. » more
Weighing system offers direct Ethernet connectivity
VPG's BLH-Nobel weighing systems G4 Family of multichannel weight/force HMI now offers EtherNet/IP communication protocol capability. » more
SPS Show: Beckhoff drives its way into motor business
Fertig Motors GmbH to develop servomotors for Beckhoff drive technology » more
SPS Show: Molex makes new PROFIBUS connections
Device protocol kit, remote module allow for expanded use of controllers » more
FPGA kit enables quick evaluation with flexible I/O
Kontron COM Express starter kit features Altera Cyclone IV GX FPGA and two HSMC boards. » more
Training Approaches for Using Simulators to Teach Process Control Systems
Simulators are a powerful tool for training operators, but how you use them has a major effect on overall effectiveness. Don’t let technology make you forget the human factors. Insufficient... » more
ABB to acquire Baldor Electric Co. in a $4.2 billion transaction
ABB and Baldor announce a recommended offer for ABB to acquire Baldor for $63.50 per share, an overall transaction value of $4.2 billion, including net debt of $1.1 billion. (See photos and links to... » more
Tips and Tricks - Patents: 10 things engineers should know
Basic patent knowledge can enrich engineers in many ways. Here are 10 tips every engineer should know about patent applications and patent law, including what not to do if you suspect infringement. » more
Product Exclusive: Baldor drives withstand dirty duty
Baldor Dirty Duty NEMA 4X VS1 SP and VS1 GV ac drives are designed to perform in the most challenging of applications. » more
Motion controller with IEC 61131-3 functionality
Yaskawa motion controller extends advanced control, monitoring and communications functionality to 1 and 1.5 axis applications. » more
Rugged, compact, fast Ethernet switches
Advantech launches new rugged, compact, and fast Ethernet switches which focus on machine and factory automation applications. » more
Application Update: A/C controls handle the heat of a growing shop floor
YH America Inc. cuts HVAC energy consumption using A/C control system, while adding 600 hp of growth, for energy savings and feedback expected to help machine maintenance. » more
Application Update: What’s the cost, ROI, of a robotic cell?
Thinking of robotics? Here are the metrics needed to make a smart return-on-investment decision about a robot purchase. » more
SPS Show: Kontron, Intel team up on single board computing
Product expected to offer OEMs more design flexibility » more
New open-platform HMIs offer SCADA versatility, Web-based features, and UL certificationMaple Systems releases two new UL-listed, high-resolution widescreen HMIs that run MS Windows CE. » more
Wireless instrumentation helps boost production, cut costs at Argentine natural gas producerTecpetrol uses data from Rosemount wireless transmitters. Results in production increase of $4 million while reducing maintenance costs by 62% and supervisory control costs by 35%. » more
Weighing system offers direct Ethernet connectivityVPG's BLH-Nobel weighing systems G4 Family of multichannel weight/force HMI now offers EtherNet/IP communication protocol capability. » more
SPS Show: Beckhoff drives its way into motor businessFertig Motors GmbH to develop servomotors for Beckhoff drive technology » more
SPS Show: Molex makes new PROFIBUS connectionsDevice protocol kit, remote module allow for expanded use of controllers » more
Power supply product reliability tests exceed 10 years
Miyachi Unitek tests power supply products, some of which reportedly have been running continuously in 105° temperatures for over a decade. » more
Miyachi Unitek tests power supply products, some of which reportedly have been running continuously in 105° temperatures for over a decade. » more
OPC servers provide connectivity for wind turbines
MatrikonOPC’s green and renewable energy offering expands with interface between Vestas wind turbine controllers and electric utilities. » more
MatrikonOPC’s green and renewable energy offering expands with interface between Vestas wind turbine controllers and electric utilities. » more
FPGA kit enables quick evaluation with flexible I/OKontron COM Express starter kit features Altera Cyclone IV GX FPGA and two HSMC boards. » more
Training Approaches for Using Simulators to Teach Process Control SystemsSimulators are a powerful tool for training operators, but how you use them has a major effect on overall effectiveness. Don’t let technology make you forget the human factors. Insufficient... » more
ABB to acquire Baldor Electric Co. in a $4.2 billion transactionABB and Baldor announce a recommended offer for ABB to acquire Baldor for $63.50 per share, an overall transaction value of $4.2 billion, including net debt of $1.1 billion. (See photos and links to... » more
Tips and Tricks - Patents: 10 things engineers should knowBasic patent knowledge can enrich engineers in many ways. Here are 10 tips every engineer should know about patent applications and patent law, including what not to do if you suspect infringement. » more
Sustainable Engineering: Energy master plan reduces costs
Need higher efficiency? Drop the piecemeal approach to managing energy and sustainability initiatives. An integrated energy master plan, including discrete, batch, and processing lines, helps... » more
Need higher efficiency? Drop the piecemeal approach to managing energy and sustainability initiatives. An integrated energy master plan, including discrete, batch, and processing lines, helps... » more
Service robots special interest group established
CAN in Automation established the CANopen SIG for service robots, standardizing the mapping of the RTC specification to CANopen network technology. » more
CAN in Automation established the CANopen SIG for service robots, standardizing the mapping of the RTC specification to CANopen network technology. » more
Product Exclusive: Baldor drives withstand dirty dutyBaldor Dirty Duty NEMA 4X VS1 SP and VS1 GV ac drives are designed to perform in the most challenging of applications. » more
Motion controller with IEC 61131-3 functionalityYaskawa motion controller extends advanced control, monitoring and communications functionality to 1 and 1.5 axis applications. » more
Rugged, compact, fast Ethernet switchesAdvantech launches new rugged, compact, and fast Ethernet switches which focus on machine and factory automation applications. » more
Application Update: A/C controls handle the heat of a growing shop floorYH America Inc. cuts HVAC energy consumption using A/C control system, while adding 600 hp of growth, for energy savings and feedback expected to help machine maintenance. » more
Application Update: What’s the cost, ROI, of a robotic cell?Thinking of robotics? Here are the metrics needed to make a smart return-on-investment decision about a robot purchase. » more
SPS Show: Kontron, Intel team up on single board computingProduct expected to offer OEMs more design flexibility » more
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