December 2010 Control Engineering archive
The best in automation system integration, 2011
Control Engineering recognizes the best in automation, controls, and instrumentation system integration with our fifth annual System Integrator of the Year awards, the cover story in the 2011... » more
Product Exclusive: Yaskawa A1000 next generation variable speed drives
Yaskawa A1000 is a full featured drive, providing outstanding quality, performance, flexibility, and environmental friendliness, company says. Yaskawa doubles VSD design life through 1000 hp, with... » more
Inside Machines: Wireless Ethernet, PLCs add productivity to Blue Bell Creameries
Upgrade with Siemens Scalance WLAN and Simatic PLCs adds productivity and eases training on aging automated storage and retrieval system for Blue Bell Creameries, a Texas-based ice cream maker. » more
Inside Machines: Process models, advanced control support super steel mill
Extensive system integration and custom advanced control software supports one of only four cold mills in the U.S. coupled to a pickle line. The mill automation system supports a continuous process... » more
Technology Update: Process control simulations adapt to growing complexities
Hardware-in-the-loop simulations for process control speed verification, startup, and system optimization. Learn from other industries like automotive and aerospace where simulation is used across a... » more
November 2010 Control Engineering archive
Control Systems, HMI Change Management, Security
Change management and security concerns have increased as human-machine interfaces have become more open and expose process data and metadata. Security precautions need to provide selective... » more
First order for Siemens’ 60-Hz, H-class gas turbine
H-class industrial gas turbines—the largest and newest of these machines in production—are currently in the spotlight. They promise remarkable 60+% thermal efficiency for combined-cycle gas turbine... » more
Custody Transfer: Flowmeter as Cash Register
When bulk liquid or gas products change hands, everyone has to agree on the quantity and the product quality. This puts very special demands on instrumentation. » more
October 2010 Control Engineering archive
IMTS innovations: 6-axis servo system, micro CNC, robotic cell, machine sensors, easier programming, large servos
Diverse product introductions, targeting greater machine tool efficiency, accuracy, speed, and ease of use included 6-axis servo system, micro CNC, robotic cell, machine sensors, easier programming,... » more
Engineering and IT Insight: Schedules for engineers
A missing or unrealistic schedule is a bad habit common to unsuccessful projects. Lack of experience in the project space can lead to ballpark estimates and schedule slippage. Zeno’s Project Paradox... » more
More designs added to line of premium efficient motors
New motors include 26 premium efficient ratings designed for the heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) industry, over 50 washdown, paint-free and all-stainless-steel premium efficient... » more
Long-range wireless transmitters for process measurements
Omega Engineering UWXL Series industrial wireless transmitters offer flexibility for process measurement applications. Capable of ranges to 450 m (1,500 ft) line of sight (LOS), the UWXL transmitters... » more
September 2010 Control Engineering archive
Evaluate network plant floor coverage before using Ethernet
Just as the adoption of machine control over industrial networks broadened over a period of years, so too is the pool of companies now looking at leveraging the power of Ethernet to gain a... » more
Control Engineering Digital Edition, September 2010, North American issue
Control Engineering Digital Edition, September 2010, North American issue, is available at www.controleng.com/archive. Find past issues HTML articles using the search box atop of the site or by... » more
Hydrostatic liquid level sensor suited for sanitary and wash-down environments
Level transmitter complies with 3A standards and is ideal for food, beverage, dairy and pharmaceutical applications. » more
Temperature sensors include a built-in conduit adapter and grease-fitting (zerk) tap
Temperature sensors combine a sensor, signal conditioner and loop-powered 4-20mA transmitter into a rugged and compact package. » more
August 2010 Control Engineering archive
Smart grid can help encourage smarter policies, suggests Cisneros at Siemens event
U.S. energy use needs to be driven by "bottom-up innovation," rather than command and control systems says Henry Cisneros, former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development and chairman of... » more
Smart grid options examined for industries, commercial buildings, city residents at Siemens event
Smart grid technologies, controlling, monitoring and metering electricity use, applied with the appropriate public policies, can help make cities more attractive for residents, businesses, and... » more
Life cycle safety engineering: topics to consider
Think life cycle cost of equipment ownership is important? Consider life cycle safety engineering. » more
June/July 2010 Control Engineering archive
Selecting Suppliers for Global Ambitions
Biodiesel processing equipment supplier looks for automation suppliers capable of supporting equipment deployments anywhere in the world. When feedstock prices were low, being first to market was the... » more
Handling the World Wide Web
MECHATRONICS IN DESIGN: Fresh ideas on integrating mechanical systems, electronics, control systems, and software in design, defense systems, consumer products, manufacturing. Before the WWW,... » more
Harting: New rugged locking connector series; pushbutton saves space
Harting Han-Yellock, the next generation of connectors, has integral locking, pushbutton design that eliminates levers for latching and un-latching rectangular connectors. » more
The best in automation system integration, 2011Control Engineering recognizes the best in automation, controls, and instrumentation system integration with our fifth annual System Integrator of the Year awards, the cover story in the 2011... » more
Product Exclusive: Yaskawa A1000 next generation variable speed drivesYaskawa A1000 is a full featured drive, providing outstanding quality, performance, flexibility, and environmental friendliness, company says. Yaskawa doubles VSD design life through 1000 hp, with... » more
Inside Machines: Wireless Ethernet, PLCs add productivity to Blue Bell CreameriesUpgrade with Siemens Scalance WLAN and Simatic PLCs adds productivity and eases training on aging automated storage and retrieval system for Blue Bell Creameries, a Texas-based ice cream maker. » more
Inside Machines: Process models, advanced control support super steel millExtensive system integration and custom advanced control software supports one of only four cold mills in the U.S. coupled to a pickle line. The mill automation system supports a continuous process... » more
Technology Update: Process control simulations adapt to growing complexitiesHardware-in-the-loop simulations for process control speed verification, startup, and system optimization. Learn from other industries like automotive and aerospace where simulation is used across a... » more
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Control System Change Management, Security: Questions and Answers
Invensys and MDT Software provide answers on documenting software changes and security. » more
Invensys and MDT Software provide answers on documenting software changes and security. » more
Control Systems, HMI Change Management, SecurityChange management and security concerns have increased as human-machine interfaces have become more open and expose process data and metadata. Security precautions need to provide selective... » more
First order for Siemens’ 60-Hz, H-class gas turbineH-class industrial gas turbines—the largest and newest of these machines in production—are currently in the spotlight. They promise remarkable 60+% thermal efficiency for combined-cycle gas turbine... » more
Think Again: High-technology job security
Investing more in R&D and business reforms would move us ahead in areas we should dominate; we still have high-tech work to do. » more
Investing more in R&D and business reforms would move us ahead in areas we should dominate; we still have high-tech work to do. » more
Custody Transfer: Flowmeter as Cash RegisterWhen bulk liquid or gas products change hands, everyone has to agree on the quantity and the product quality. This puts very special demands on instrumentation. » more
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OPC Foundation, MTConnect Institute develop MTConnectOpcUa
At IMTS 2010, the OPC Foundation and the MTConnect Institute announced they would develop standards called MTConnectOpcUa. The companion specifications aim to ensure interoperability and consistency... » more
At IMTS 2010, the OPC Foundation and the MTConnect Institute announced they would develop standards called MTConnectOpcUa. The companion specifications aim to ensure interoperability and consistency... » more
IMTS innovations: 6-axis servo system, micro CNC, robotic cell, machine sensors, easier programming, large servosDiverse product introductions, targeting greater machine tool efficiency, accuracy, speed, and ease of use included 6-axis servo system, micro CNC, robotic cell, machine sensors, easier programming,... » more
Engineering and IT Insight: Schedules for engineersA missing or unrealistic schedule is a bad habit common to unsuccessful projects. Lack of experience in the project space can lead to ballpark estimates and schedule slippage. Zeno’s Project Paradox... » more
More designs added to line of premium efficient motors New motors include 26 premium efficient ratings designed for the heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) industry, over 50 washdown, paint-free and all-stainless-steel premium efficient... » more
Long-range wireless transmitters for process measurementsOmega Engineering UWXL Series industrial wireless transmitters offer flexibility for process measurement applications. Capable of ranges to 450 m (1,500 ft) line of sight (LOS), the UWXL transmitters... » more
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Evaluate network plant floor coverage before using EthernetJust as the adoption of machine control over industrial networks broadened over a period of years, so too is the pool of companies now looking at leveraging the power of Ethernet to gain a... » more
Control Engineering Digital Edition, September 2010, North American issueControl Engineering Digital Edition, September 2010, North American issue, is available at www.controleng.com/archive. Find past issues HTML articles using the search box atop of the site or by... » more
Display panel delivers two separate parameters
A new display is designed for applications that require two parameters to be visualized simultaneously. For example, the device can read a flow rate through a pipeline while totalizing the gallons,... » more
A new display is designed for applications that require two parameters to be visualized simultaneously. For example, the device can read a flow rate through a pipeline while totalizing the gallons,... » more
Hydrostatic liquid level sensor suited for sanitary and wash-down environmentsLevel transmitter complies with 3A standards and is ideal for food, beverage, dairy and pharmaceutical applications. » more
Temperature sensors include a built-in conduit adapter and grease-fitting (zerk) tapTemperature sensors combine a sensor, signal conditioner and loop-powered 4-20mA transmitter into a rugged and compact package. » more
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Control Engineering job satisfaction poll results: Feeling of accomplishment
Most important factors adding to job satisfaction were "feeling of accomplishment" and "technical challenge," according to an April poll of visitors to the Control Engineering web site. » more
Most important factors adding to job satisfaction were "feeling of accomplishment" and "technical challenge," according to an April poll of visitors to the Control Engineering web site. » more
Virus attacks industrial control systems
Siemens launches damage control program for systems targeted by Trojan, including remedial and defensive measures for users. So far, actual damage is minimal. Update: Virus detection/removal tool now... » more
Siemens launches damage control program for systems targeted by Trojan, including remedial and defensive measures for users. So far, actual damage is minimal. Update: Virus detection/removal tool now... » more
Smart grid can help encourage smarter policies, suggests Cisneros at Siemens eventU.S. energy use needs to be driven by "bottom-up innovation," rather than command and control systems says Henry Cisneros, former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development and chairman of... » more
Smart grid options examined for industries, commercial buildings, city residents at Siemens eventSmart grid technologies, controlling, monitoring and metering electricity use, applied with the appropriate public policies, can help make cities more attractive for residents, businesses, and... » more
Life cycle safety engineering: topics to considerThink life cycle cost of equipment ownership is important? Consider life cycle safety engineering. » more
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Selecting Suppliers for Global Ambitions Biodiesel processing equipment supplier looks for automation suppliers capable of supporting equipment deployments anywhere in the world. When feedstock prices were low, being first to market was the... » more
Handling the World Wide WebMECHATRONICS IN DESIGN: Fresh ideas on integrating mechanical systems, electronics, control systems, and software in design, defense systems, consumer products, manufacturing. Before the WWW,... » more
Harting: New rugged locking connector series; pushbutton saves spaceHarting Han-Yellock, the next generation of connectors, has integral locking, pushbutton design that eliminates levers for latching and un-latching rectangular connectors. » more
Control Panel Design Contest
2010 winner of the Control Engineering Control Panel Design Contest is... Specialty Tooling Inc., Evansville, IN. View the finalists, learn more about the winner, and link to information about... » more
2010 winner of the Control Engineering Control Panel Design Contest is... Specialty Tooling Inc., Evansville, IN. View the finalists, learn more about the winner, and link to information about... » more
B&R: Robust new power supplies for industrial applications
B&R Industrial Automation's new line of compact, DIN rail mountable power supplies ranges from 2.1 A single-phase to 40 A three-phase and can handle input voltages of 100-240 V ac for... » more
B&R Industrial Automation's new line of compact, DIN rail mountable power supplies ranges from 2.1 A single-phase to 40 A three-phase and can handle input voltages of 100-240 V ac for... » more
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