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ISA conference to be held in Abu Dhabi
ISA and DMS Global will host automation conference and exhibition in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates 26-27 May 2015.
Binder announces Industrial LED light bar.
The IP69K rated lights are ideal for diverse automation and industrial machinery.
Emerson introduces Rosemount 4088 MultiVariable Transmitter
The device provides differential pressure, static pressure and temperature measurement from a single transmitter.
Siemens to build open cloud platform for industrial customers
This will provide a platform for data-based services such as Siemens offers for predictive maintenance, asset and energy data management.
AW-Lake updates Variable Area Flow Meters
Enhancements include an improved calibration process with an integrated laser engraving system.
Pressure Sensor vs Transducer vs Transmitter
By American Sensor TechnologiesThe terms pressure sensor, pressure transducer and pressure transmitter are somewhat interchangeable in the industrial world. Here is a quick guideline on the terms and some benefits and limitations for each.
Cyber Security in Industrial Automation Applications
By Roy Kok, Ocean Data SystemsIt used to be that security through obscurity was enough to protect automation systems from cyber-attacks. We know from the famed Stuxnet and its derivatives that automation systems are now a prime target.
Festo Introduces VSNC Series NAMUR Valves
With multiple coil options, including Class I Division 1(FM) or intrinsic safety, the VSNC is suitable for hazardous locations.
Alliance Sensors solves crosstalk problem at Rawhide Energy Station
When LVDT signal cables from valve positioners were bundled together or laid close to each other in a wire trough, even for short distances, the result was a mutual interference phenomenon called heterodyning or “beating.”
Emerson updates CSI 9420 Wireless Vibration Transmitter
Enhancements include data log and configuration capabilities to streamline user interaction with multiple transmitters on a single gateway.
Energy Research Center Expands, Networks, Automates
ControlBy Dr. Andrew FryThe University of Utah's Industrial Combustion and Gasification Research Facility (ICGRF) partners with industry to research gasifiers, combustors, pilot-scale reactors, a fluidized bed reactor, process heaters and other systems.
AURA Controls develops corrosion-resistant coating
LumiShield provides significantly better corrosive resistance and chemical inertness than that provided by traditional metals such as stainless steel and exotic alloys.
Impress introduces DCT 532 pressure sensors
Stainless steel sensor has a digital i2C interface
R. Stahl releases 8250 Ex d housings
The 8250 series is designed for stand-alone wall installation and can be used in zone 1/21 or 2/22 hazardous areas (gas group IIB).
Tatsoft updates FactoryStudio HMI/SCADA software
Release 3 contains 5,000 additional vector symbols and flexible ways to link Assets and Tags with dynamic graphical representation.
Country's first floating solar plant to be built in South Australia
Process & Control EngineeringThe plant will float on a wastewater treatment facility in Jamestown. The solar panels would be 57 percent more efficient compared with panels on land as the water mass will keep them cool. The panels will also prevent evaporation of up to 90 percent of the water's surface area.
Monitoring harmful emissions during shale gas operations
HazardExBy Steve Beynon, FLIR Systems This article looks at existing and possible future regulation of the sector, with a specific focus on the use of optical gas imagers to detect VOCs during fracking operations
Flowmeters for Oil & Gas Measurement
Flow ControlBy Jesse YoderHydraulic fracturing is opening up access to new oil & gas resources in the U.S., which figures to have a long-term positive impact on demand for a range of flow measurement technologies.
Industry 4.0: Should you bet on it?
By Bill Lydon, EditorIndustry 4.0 is Germany’s initiative to achieve the vision of integrated industry by leveraging Internet technologies, and is also referred to as the 4th Industrial Revolution. Read my perspective on whether your your organization should "bet" on this initiative.
ABB flowmeters gain DNV GL maritime certification
CoriolisMaster FCB300 and FCH300 mass flowmeters have achieved DNV GL Maritime certification.
Rockwell Automation releases PanelView 800 Graphic Terminals
The terminals, available in 4-inch, 7-inch and 10-inch display sizes, feature an 800 MHz CPU processor, up to 256 MB of flash, and dynamic memory to reduce boot-up time
OSI to supply Energy Management System to Seattle City Light
The OSI system replaces a legacy Siemens EMS system implemented in the 1990s.
2015 ISA Process Control & Safety Symposium issues Call for Papers
The symposium will be held 9-12 November in Houston. Abstract submissions are due by 21 July 2015
Clark Solutions releases SS Turbine Flow Meter
SS flow meters/flow sensors provide highly accurate flow monitoring and totalizing for liquids in pressures up to 363PSI.
LOYTEC releases Glass L-VIS Touch Panels
The capacitive touch sensor allows for operation without any pressure on the surface.
Intertec introduces MINICAB 44 cabinet
MINICAB 44 can be pipe stand or wall mounted and feature a flat full-size hinged door for quick and easy access.
ISA-101: Toward a More Effective HMI Strategy
By Leila Myers and Maurice WilkinsAn effective HMI should give operators the information they need in a form they can comprehend quickly so they can make good decisions. The new ISA-101 standard helps users understand what those concepts mean and how to implement them.
Kübler releases safety-oriented encoder couplings
Bellows couplings for Sendix SIL shaft encoders ensure safe connection between the motor and the encoder.
Honeywell to control oil and natural gas platform off Vietnam
HPS will install an integrated Honeywell control and safety solution, including a new fire and gas system, to improve automation, increase cyber and physical security, and improve operator effectiveness.
Watlow adds hazardous area option to remote user interface
EZ-ZONE EZK remote user interface (RUI) s now available with an option for Class 1, Division 2 for use in hazardous locations.
Process Sensors introduces Metis M311/22 pyrometer
Metis M311/22 pyrometer can be used in ambient temperatures up to 80°C without cooling.
Instrumentation 2015 Expo, Training & Career Fair
Largest Exhibition and Training Event on the West Coast Dedicated to Process Instrumentation, Process Controls and Process Automation(TM). 9th Annual Event. One-Day Only - Tuesday, July 21, 2015 at the Los Angeles County Carson Convention Center adjacent to the Doubletree Hilton 5-Star Hotel. Admission to all training sessions, facility tours and exhibit hall all free to those working in or supporting the process industries.
Michell Instruments Announces XZR200 Zirconia Oxygen Analyzer
XZR200 Oxygen Analyzer is capable of measuring percent oxygen to better than 1% of span (or 0.5% O2) with ranges of 0-25% and 0-100% available.
Emerson introduces HFVM viscosity meter
Micro Motion viscosity meter is suitable for marine heavy fuel oil (HFO) combustion control, marine gas oil (MGO) viscosity control and land-based fired heaters.
ISA publishes book that explores evolution of temperature, pressure and flow technologies
"The Tao of Measurement: A Philosophical View of Flow and Sensors,” by Jesse Yoder and Richard E. Morley, describes the underlying principles of flow and measurement to reveal how evolving technologies have paved the way for modern developments.
JM Science releases CD-2000 chlorine monitor
CD-2000 measures the amount of chlorine consumed by ammonia, iron, manganese and other organic material in water.
HARTING introduces Han Ex connectors for explosion-proof environments
Han Ex connectors are available in five size 3A sets, each comprised of a hood, housing and high pin count insert.
Servomex appoints Luca Marinelli General Manager - Americas
Marinelli succeeds Martin Cox, who returns to Servomex in the UK as Market Sector Manager – Sensing Technologies.
Roxtec publishes EMC catalog
Catalog contains information on cable sealing systems.
Aalborg Instruments releases ZFM Mass Flow Meters
ZFM meters measure N2, Air, O2, Argon, Helium, and CO2.
IDEC Releases Safety Devices for Hazardous Areas
EU2B pushbuttons, pilot lights, selector switches and ammeters meet ATEX, IEC and NEC standards for use in hazardous locations.
Deutschmann UNIGATE gateways certified for Profinet
The entire Deutschmann Automation UNIGATE series for Profinet is now certified according to Profinet specifications.
Yokogawa to supply two DCSes for Combined Cycle Power Plants
Yokogawa will deliver DCSes for the PP13 and PP14 combined cycle power plants that Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) is building in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Using Network Cameras for safety
By Andrea Sorri, Axis CommunicationsDue to their superior image quality, connectivity, scalability, and scope for adding video analytics applications, network video cameras are increasingly replacing analog CCTV cameras to secure manufacturing facilities.
APLEX announces ARCHMI-8xx HMIs
ARCHMI-8xx HMIs are available in LCD sizes from 7” to 21.5”.
Registration opens for ISA’s 60th Analysis Division Symposium
The 2015 Analysis Division Symposium will explore the latest advances in analytical processes, techniques, and applications 26-30 April 2015 in Galveston, Texas, USA.
Moxa releases ioLogik 2500 DAQ Device
ioLogik 2500 4-in-1 smart data acquisition solution combines I/O functionality, an Ethernet switch, serial/Modbus connectivity, and up to 32 GB of data logging.
Spectronics Promotes Limin Chen to VP of Manufacturing
Chen began his career at Spectronics in 1993 as a Mechanical Product Development Engineer.
ASI announces X756847 Converter for Type J and K Thermocouples
X756847 isolates 3 signals generated by sensors using Type J and K thermocouples and converts them into analog signals.
STAUFF announces PT-RF Wireless Hydraulic Pressure Tester
PT-RF wireless testing system uses RFID technology to transfer energy required for a measurement to the pressure transmitter via the antenna of the reading device.
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