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Is IT/OT Convergence Becoming Misguided Thinking?
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By Bill Lydon, Editor, Automation.comThe convergence of Information Technology (IT) & Operations Technology(OT) has been a growing topic of importance in manufacturing. Many times, however the focus on IT/OT convergence can be too narrow in scope to leverage the increasingly advanced technologies to achieve a manufacturing competitive advantage
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Swift Sensors announces predictive maintenance tools for Manufacturing Analytics Dashboard
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The tools add trend analytics to manufacturing metrics of compliance, utilization, maximum, minimum and average measured values monitored by the wireless sensor system
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ABB releases ABB Ability Distributed Control System (DCS) 800xA 6.1
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ABB Ability System 800xA 6.1 introduces Ethernet I/O solutions, additional High Integrity controllers and a series of engineering tools such as a Ethernet I/O Field Kit, an Ethernet I/O Wizard for field commissioning and the possibility to engineer with signals in the Control Builder.
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Clippard introduces NIV series gradient valves
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These multi-channel gradient valves are useful for solvent selection, stream splitting, flushing and other automated applications.
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Zaber introduces X-LSM-SV vacuum compatible linear stages
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The X-LSM-SV is designed with vacuum compatible materials to minimize outgassing and allow for faster pump down times. Zaber devices allow daisy-chaining in a vacuum chamber, decreasing cables and clutter.
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PI introduces A-351 MGS mechanical gantry system
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The gantry is driven by linear motors and each axis is equipped with preloaded linear bearings. Applications include 3D printers, assembly, pick-and-place, alignment, inspection, and other industrial automation applications.
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ABB announces ABB Ability Wellhead Manager
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ABB Ability Wellhead Manager is cloud-based, so operators can gain insights about their production assets anywhere in the world. Remote workers can connect in real-time.
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SKF announces SKF Pulse condition-monitoring tool for rotating equipment
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SKF Pulse has a visual interface that guides users through the data collection process. Users enter asset information that automatically configures alarm thresholds based on ISO standards.
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Emerson announces opening of applications for 2019 ASCO Engineering Scholarship program
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Students seeking to submit a scholarship application must be enrolled full-time in an undergraduate or graduate program in an instrumentation, systems, electrical, mechanical, or automation engineering discipline at an accredited U.S. educational institution for the 2019/2020 academic year.
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Fluid Components International (FCI) announces ST80 Series thermal mass flow meter featuring Adaptive Sensor Technology (AST).
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FCl’s AST thermal mass flow technology for the ST80 Flow Meters features a hybrid sensor drive. This measuring technique combines both constant power (CP) and constant temperature (CT) thermal dispersion sensing technologies in the same instrument.
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POSITAL announces 2- and 4-wire versions of the single-cable BiSS Line interface for motor feedback kit encoders
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The combination of single-cable connectivity and POSITAL’s kit encoders provides motor manufacturers, machine builders and system integrators a way of building absolute position feedback into devices such as servo-motors, stepper motors and robotic joints.
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ABB to introduce digital application to monitor well-being of control room operators
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The result is a microenvironment that adapts to each individual’s needs and is achieved through the measurement and grading of factors such as air quality, temperature, lighting environment and humidity.
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AutomationDirect announces SOLO Basic temperature controllers
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These basic controllers are IP66 rated for dust and water jet ingress protection (inside suitable enclosure) and have a 0°C to 50°C operating temperature range.
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Novotechnik releases TF1 Series of touchless position sensors
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TF1 Series consists of an inductively coupled position marker attached to a moving rod/piece of the user’s application that requires a position measurement and the sensor with operational and programming status LEDs.
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RIGOL Technologies announces EMI Measurement Application for UltraReal family of Real-time Spectrum Analyzers
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RIGOL’s EMI Measurement Application provides an EMI Pre-Compliance Solution allowing engineers to measure, compare, analyze, and report on EMI issues throughout their design process.
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International Society of Automation (ISA) announces publication of Situation Management for Process Control
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Written by Douglas H. Rothenberg, Ph.D.,—an expert in alarm management and operator support technology—the book explores control room management as a discipline, focusing on the applicable tools, technology, and methodologies that foster safer, more effective control room functioning and improved industrial production.
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ABB Robotics announces series of training courses for paint robots and OmniCore controller
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The paint robot course will be an instructor-led, five-day seminar with practical exercises to teach participants how to program a robot safely.
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The International Society of Automation (ISA) announces registration open for 2019 Analysis Division Symposium
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ISA offers two training workshops led by industry experts who have real-world experience applying the technology. On Sunday, 5 May, ISA will hold both introductory and advanced ISA process analyzer courses. On Thursday, 9 May, vendors will provide hands-on training on their solutions and applications
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Why Energy and SCADA Meters for Utility, Industrial and Commercial Applications Need Cyber Secure Encryption
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By Chris Leone, Erran Kagan, and Luna Koval, Electro Industries/GaugeTechOver the past few decades, cyber security has become a serious concern of banks and large commercial corporations. But what about the energy sector?
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AutomationDirect introduces ProSense DGA differential pressure gauges
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These gauges feature an industrial grade black die-cast aluminum case with two high pressure and two low pressure connection ports (1/8" female NPT), and a 4-inch (100 mm) white aluminum dial with black pressure markings.
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AIStorm introduces semi-custom IoT Vision / IoT Waveform and ADAS Solutions
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AIStorm processes sensor data directly in its native analog form—in real time—by using charge-domain processing instead of GPU/digital processing.
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HANNOVER MESSE 2019 Preview: Digital networking humans & machines in the age of artificial intelligence
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By Bill Lydon, Editor, Automation.comDuring a January preview for the event, over 120 journalists, including yours truly, gathered for presentations and discussions from the Hannover Messe team, and over 40 exhibitors, expanding on the topics and technologies that so many will experience
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Pico Technology introduces PicoScope 9404 SXRTO (Sampler eXtended Real Time Oscilloscope)
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The 9404 features four 5 GHz 12-bit channels, each supported by real-time sampling to 500 MS/s per channel and up to 1 TS/s (1 ps) equivalent-time sampling.
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Emerson announces API 18.2 compliant version of Rosemount 3308 Guided Wave Radar (GWR) wireless level transmitter
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An upgraded microwave module has made the Rosemount 3308 more tolerant to difficult process conditions and therefore able to deliver a more sensitive and repeatable measurement with accuracy
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AW-Lake Coriolis Mass Flow Meters help monitor paint supplies for airplane manufacturing facility
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The TRICOR TCM 0325 Coriolis Mass Flow Meters detect air bubbles by monitoring the paint’s specific gravity. When the paint in pressure vessels begins to empty, air is introduced into the paint stream that results in a downward spike in paint gravity. Low paint specific gravity levels serve as an early warning for over-agitation and out-of-paint conditions.
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Siemens introduces Sinamics G120X drive
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Sinamics G120X has a power range of 1–700 hp (0.75–630 kW) and can operate in a temperature range from -4 to +140° F (-20 to +60° C) with any standard motor, including synchronous reluctance motors (SRM). It has an integral DC choke for harmonics and EMC performance.
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Rockwell Automation and Rovisys help Hardy Industrial Technologies upgrade distributed control system (DCS)
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Hardy wanted to abandon the dependency on just a few raw materials and instead use other nontraditional materials that were untapped in the marketplace. To do this, Hardy needed to overhaul the outdated controllers and distributed control system (DCS) that existed in the plant.
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ATEK Access Technologies introduces TankScan TSU1000 ultrasonic tank monitoring system
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The TankScan TSU1000 automated tank measurement system optimizes the distribution and collection processes while decreasing the need for manual inspections at remote tank sites.
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Carnegie Mellon research aims at identifying causes for defects in 3D Printing
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New research published today in Science, led by researchers from Carnegie Mellon University and Argonne National Laboratory, has identified how and when these gas pockets form, as well as a methodology to predict their formation – a pivotal discovery that could dramatically improve the 3D printing process.
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Micro-Epsilon introduces capaNCDT 61x0/IP capacitive displacement measuring system
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The capaNCDT 61x0/IP capacitive measuring system is specially designed for industrial measurement tasks where precision is required. It detects parameters such as displacement, distance, deflection, expansion, and deformation of conductive targets.
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Inside the Advantages of Sensorless Closed Loop Control
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By Mark Checkley, KEB AutomationWhile feedback devices may be the usual choice for control of motors, sensorless closed loop control can provide design engineers and machine builders with the ability to add value and a competitive advantage to their machines.
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ControlAir announces Type 7000 Precision Air Pressure Regulator
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The Type 7000 is designed to provide regulation accuracy and repeatability during variable high flow conditions. The large port size options and construction make it suitable to be used in arange of pneumatic control systems.
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NewTek Sensor Solutions introduces M-375 Miniature LVDT Linear Position Sensors
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The NewTek M-375 Series transducers are available in ranges from ± 0.025 inch (± 0.63 mm) to ± 1.0 inch (±25 mm) and operate at a linearity of ±0.15% of Full Range Typical (0.25% max).
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ISA announces release of Fluid Mechanics of Control Valves: How Valves Control Your Process
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The book reflects the latest understanding of how fluid mechanics and acoustics affect control valve performance.
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Mobile Safety in Hazardous Areas
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By Pepperl+FuchsMobile devices can solve many challenges in hazardous industrial environments. But a device that lacks the proper protection could seriously compromise the safety of your plant and personnel.
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Moticont releases LVCM-032-076-02 Linear Voice Coil Motor
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Integrated into new and existing applications the motor features a 10-32 UNC-2B threaded mounting hole in the center of the housing and two 6-32-UNC-2B threaded mounting holes on the coil end.
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Rockwell Automation and Schlumberger announce Sensia joint venture
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The Sensia joint venture will be a fully integrated provider of measurement solutions, domain expertise, and automation to the oil and gas industry. It will offer scalable, cloud and edge-enabled process automation, including information and process safety solutions.
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AutomationDirect announces Contrinex DW series of inductive proximity sensors
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Contrinex DW series 4mm, 5mm, 8mm and 12mm diameter round body inductive proximity sensors have been added.
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Valve Manufacturers Association of America (VMA) announces 2019 Annual Valve Industry Knowledge Forum
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The 2nd Annual Valve Industry Knowledge Forum will be held April 9-11, 2019 at the Doubletree Hotel at Perimeter Park in Birmingham, AL.
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Manufacturing Automation - Inside Universal Robots Efforts to Empower the Small/Medium Enterprise
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By Bill Lydon, Editor, Automation.comCollaborative robots are re-defining the way manufacturers operate today. To help further that process is Universal Robots (UR), a collaborative robot manufacturer driven by a vision & mission to help industries become more productive, with a particular focus on Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs).
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Predicting the Future of Industrial Maintenance
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By Gernut van Laak, Group Automation Solutions Leader, ABB Food and Beverage The need for factory maintenance often goes unnoticed. This article explains how plant managers can budget for maintenance and ensure optimum efficiency for all processes.
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Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence releases HP-L-5.8 blue laser scanning sensor
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The HP-L-5.8 is compatible with Hexagon CMMs that use PC-DMIS 2018 R2 and subsequent versions of the software and works with an automatic indexing probe head or continuous wrist.
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LASER COMPONENTS releases ILM12IP FLEXPOINT laser module
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The module is available with green (520 nm) and red (635 nm) dot, cross-hair, and line lasers. The focus can either be set to a fixed distance or to infinity.
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VarTech Systems announces VT3250ES purge HMI panel display/computer
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The VT3250ES features a purge protected 1080P 32” display system. This system is capable of monitoring large amounts of process control data or critical imagery and information within a hazardous area environment.
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Evaluation of Different Additive Manufacturing Processes with Liquids and Pastes
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By ViscotecThe use of additive manufacturing processes is increasing within industrial applications, as they bring some significant customer benefits compared to conventional processes.
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Softomotive announces Softomotive’s RPA Academy online learning portal
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The Softomotive Academy is designed to improve the employability quotient of professionals and developers. It provides them with the opportunity to develop and deepen their RPA-focused skills which are in short supply at present as enterprises seek to accelerate their digitization efforts and improve productivity.
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OSI to help Spanish power company enhance SCADA/Generation Management System
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This system with replace an aging SCADA/GMS currently servicing the Balearic and Canary Islands, two Spanish archipelagos in the Mediterranean Sea and off the coast of northwestern Africa, respectively.
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PEAK-System introduces PCAN-MiniDiag FD
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The PCAN-MiniDiag FD can be operated with one hand due to its size and fits into any conventional trouser or jacket pocket. The device is suitable for service technicians and developers who want to access unknown CAN networks in vehicles, machines, or industrial facilities and perform simple diagnostics.
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Kaman Precision Products introduces Extreme Environment displacement sensors and systems
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They are also a choice for other applications that require accuracy, reliability, and structural integrity, including nuclear reactors, steam and gas turbines, chemical processes, and high temperature processing.
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Weintek introduces cMT-SVR-200 wireless HMI
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cMT-SVR-200 has inherited all the key characteristics, including multi-display and remote monitoring. By running cMT Viewer App on a tablet, mobile phone, or PC, the operators can wirelessly monitor and control multiple cMT HMIs.
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