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AIS Introduces a Open Standard PC-Based Process Automation System featuring an Fully Rugged Design and HMI Operator Interface Technology for Industrial, Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Biotech IndustriesAmerican Industrial Systems Inc. (AIS), has introduced a line of Full IP65/NEMA 4 Rated Weatherproof LCD Computers for superior performance in wet, dusty, rugged, and humid environments. Several completely fanless system options are available including the Intel® Atom Processor, Celeron, and AMD Geode LX-800 Processor. All the systems feature low power consumption, high reliability, long product life cycle and superior performance per watt operation. Additional options are available such as HMI Touchscreens Capability, Sunlight Readability capability through Transflective enhancements, LED backlit Panels, and custom I/O's; enhancing the versatility and utility of the display. AIS allows customization of the Rugged Panel PC's to cater each unit to the specific application requirements. 
AIS Releases Operator Panels featuring PC-Based Automation Technology for Industrial Automation, Process Control and Machinery ApplicationsAmerican Industrial Systems Inc. (AIS), has unveiled a new line of Industrial Automation Panel PC's featuring the fanless Intel® Atom Z series processors and LED backlit displays for ultra-low power consumption operation. AIS' Industrial LED backlit Panel PC line is available in several mechanical designs including Open Frame, Panel Mount, IP65/NEMA 4 Sealed Front Bezel, and Chassis configurations, ranging in sizes from 5.7 to 15 sizes. All features are packaged in a compact form factor housing which is easily deployed into buildings and factories for industrial operator panels, home automation control, PC-based PLC's, Heating Ventilation and Cooling (HVAC) control, Lighting Management, Building Control and Security. 
Nexcom Launches Fan-Less Industrial PC designed for Industrial AutomationThe new NISE 3270 from Nexcom, is a robust Fan-less Industrial PC which has been specifically designed for applications within factory environments. Equipped with two RS422/RS485 and RS232 interfaces with automatic flow control and isolation up to 2000 VDC and ±15 KV ESD protection, NISE 3270 is the ideal computing platform for process automation, monitoring and control. ATMS launch low cost Vehicle TerminalATMS International FZCO, the Birmingham UK based provider of supply chain systems, has launched its own Vehicle Mount Terminal. The terminal is unique in that it has an inbuilt battery and quick release bracket that allows it to be used as a hand held tablet PC. NEC Electronics Develops Ethernet PHY Family for Industrial Automation SystemsNEC Electronics today announced the development of a new family of industrial Ethernet physical layers (PHYs) for 10Base-T and 100Base-TX/FX. The new PHYs offer the best-in-class high-speed industrial connectivity and advanced cable diagnostics, and are optimized for existing industrial Ethernet protocols used in industrial automation products. 
Eaton’s Moeller Safety Relays Help Make Machines SaferSafety relays in Eaton's new Moeller ESR5 range greatly simplify the task of designing and implementing control systems that meet the most stringent of requirements for safety and reliability. Available in versions to suit all popular safety applications, the new relays can be used in systems that are compliant with EN ISO 13849-1 up to PL e, IEC 62061 up to SILCL 3, and IEC 61508 up to SIL 3. 
ADLINK Technology Announces Complete Distributed Motion and I/O Solutions for Machine AutomationADLINK Technology announced the release of comprehensive distributed motion and I/O solutions providing motion control of up to 256 axes and I/O control of up to 2,016 control points through the integration of dedicated and time-deterministic motion & I/O field buses: Motionnet and High Speed Link (HSL). 
ADLINK Technology's Advanced DSP-based Servo Motion ControllerADLINK Technology has announced the release of its most advanced DSP-based servo motion controllers, the PCI-8253/8256 (three axes) and PCI-8253/8256 (six axes). Based on over ten years of experience in developing PC-based motion controllers, ADLINK designed the PCI-8253/8256/8256 to take full advantage of the latest digital signal processing technologies to provide a ±10 V analog motion controller with full closed-loop control, a PID plus feed-forward algorithm, and 20 MHz encoder input frequency. Pratt Industries chooses ABB cpmPlus to integrate paper mills, improve productivityPratt Industries Inc., a leading worldwide producer of recycled paper and packaging materials, recently implemented and commissioned a comprehensive Pulp & Paper Collaborative Production Management (CPM) system delivered by ABB. The cpmPlus for Pulp & Paper delivery consists of production tracking and quality management functions that are used by all US based Pratt Industries' paper mills in Shreveport, LA, Conyers, GA and Staten Island, NY. The delivery also includes box plant functionality, integration with Pratt's global business system, centralized sales order entry, invoicing and distribution as well as multi-mill planning functions, which are used in Pratt Industries' head office in Conyers, GA.. 
Eaton’s Moeller Business Makes Control Even More Easy!Four digital and analogue I/O modules and three CANopen modules are the latest additions to the popular range of Easy control products from Eaton's Moeller Business. The new modules further extend the versatility of the Easy system, which is already well known for combining ease of use with flexibility and value for money. 
KPC-1790 - Quanmax: Intel Dual Core Processor Industrial Panel PC with IP 65 protectionQuanmax introduces its latest panel PC, the KPC-1790, a 17-inch high performance and rugged solution with resistive 5-wire touch screen. It supports Intel 45nm Core 2 Duo processor with up to 2GB DDR3 system memory. Powered by the Mobile Intel GM45 Express chipset integrated with Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 4500MHD, the KPC-1790 could deliver excellent graphic performance and support various display interfaces. This KPC-1790 has a dust/waterproof IP65 front bezel design which enables it to offer the high reliability and increase usability in harsh environments. 
Eaton - Motor protection circuit breakersPrecise, stable tripping characteristics, large setting ranges and very low heat dissipation are among the key benefits of motor protection circuit breakers in the new Moeller PKE range from Eaton. Incorporating electronic overload protection, these new devices cover the range 0.09 kW to 34 kW with just three base units and five control units, greatly reducing the number of variants that users need to stock. 
Sequence of Events Recorder from RTK InstrumentsThe need to continuously monitor, record and analyse system performance is more important than ever, driven by the increasing regulations on safety and the high cost of plant shutdowns. The traditional back-lit annunciator still provides the clearest method of alerting the operator and, when combined with RTK Instruments' System 9000TS, allows accurate time tagging of these events. 
IP68 stepper motors from Astrosyn for harsh conditionsA range of stepper motors with IP68 protection ratings has been introduced by Astrosyn International Technology. Intended for operation in harsh, wet environments, the F87 series have been tested underwater to a pressure of 1 bar - corresponding to a water depth of 10 m. |
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