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Automation Appliances connect plant-floor data to enterprise.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:33:14 -0500

Installed in Rockwell Automation controller or used as standalone module, eATM Appliances enable connection of plant floor data with enterprise and plant-wide computer systems via JMS connection technologies in addition to traditional databases. Units are available with adapters that connect to specific business systems and controllers, such as IBM WAS JMS, Red Hat JBoss JMS, JBoss Community JMS, and IBM WMQ. Database Adapters are available for DB2, MS SQL, My SQL, and Oracle.

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EM/Mifare Control Terminal enhances commercial automation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:44:53 -0500

Compatible with EM or Mifare cards and tags, RISC-based ACT-457A is all-in-one controller and proximity reader with Windows® CE v5.0 pre-installed. It features 5.7 in. color touchscreen with 640 x 480 resolution and can be set-up and programmed without additional on-site computer. Along with built-in RFID reader, other features include RMI Alchemy(TM) chip with Media Acceleration Engine, 2W speakers, bi-directional microphone, and 300K pixel webcam.

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Embedded Controller features Intel Atom N270 processor.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:34:31 -0500

Offering low power operation, compact embedded controller AEC-6420 features SODIMM DDRII 400/533 system memory (up to 2 Gb), SATA/IDE interface, internal CompactFlash socket for storage expansion, and optional SATA HDD kit. It is suited for machine control, factory automation, and building automation applications. Other features include 2 COM, 4 USB 2.0, and one parallel port, as well as 2 Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 ports.

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Temperature Control MCU handles 2 to 128 zones.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:34:28 -0500

Designed to control temperature in 2-128 zones, Model Z1240 utilizes PID control technology that is accurate to 1/10°C. Integrated diagnosis program detects wiring errors and thermocouple breaks, while fuses protect control from mains voltage at sensor inputs caused by short circuits. Through automatic comparison with last used output levels, deviations are displayed, informing operator of imminent malfunctions, corrosion, soiling, or possibility of heating failure.

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Servo Motion Controllers offer full closed-loop control.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:38:30 -0500

Model PCI-8253, 3-axis, and PCI-8256, 6-axis DSP-based servo motion controllers provide ±10 V analog motion control, PID plus feed-forward algorithm, and 20 MHz encoder input frequency. Units feature high-speed position comparison and trigger output speed of up to 1 MHz. They include motion functions such as multiple dimension interpolation and high-speed position comparison. Integrated point table supports over 5,000 points for each axis, suitable for contouring applications.

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Centralized Control System suits rail transport industry.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:38:29 -0500

Supplied in fanless, rack-mount, 2U chassis, ITA-2000 is designed for centralized management and remote monitoring of rail transport systems. This 1.6 GHz Intel® Atom(TM) N270 CPU-based system, featuring various I/O connectors and all-in-one motherboard, supports various embedded and real-time operating systems. Designed to resist vibration, solution also supports 100-240 Vac, 47-63 Hz or 110-220 Vdc input as well as 3.5 or 2.5 in. SATA HDD data storage options.

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Remote Power Switch PDU enables remote reboot.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:32:01 -0500

Featuring LAN connection, Remote Power Switch enables user to switch on, switch off, and reboot equipment as well as keep tabs on power consumption via web interface. SNMP compatibility lets switch send traps directly to SNMP manager. Users may choose to receive notifications when relay is latched, or if unit is reset for any reason. If power to large number of devices needs to be controlled at single site, several switches can be daisy chained and will behave as single unit.

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Tilt Controller allows adjustment of solar panel angles.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:41:21 -0500

Available in +10° high gain, +25° standard, and +50° wide angle versions, IRIS Tilt Controller enables measurement and command of tilt movement in any direction with reference to unchanging gravity vector. Unit detects angular position using onboard electrolytic tilt sensor with no mechanical moving parts to break or wear out. IRIS can be used to adjust solar panel angles to achieve maximum light intensity and power levels and to detect misaligned panels.

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Custom Analog Interface controls vehicle electronics.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 08:37:53 -0500

PowerGate 1000 provides choice of switch types and dashboard looks for marine, construction, truck, bus, lawn and garden, industrial, and emergency vehicle applications. Rugged unit includes 10 switch inputs with indicators and can accept switching to ground or system voltage or accept input from hall effect device. Operating in temperatures from -40 to 185°F, IP67-rated product supports CAN, J1939, NMEA 2000, RVC, and RS485-based systems.

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Alarm and Control System monitors gas detection sensors.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:33:10 -0500

Utilizing microprocessor based control card, Detcon Model 1640 supervises and displays condition of field mounted gas detection sensors. It can monitor up to 16 field devices using RS-485 Serial communications and/or 4-20 mA DC analog devices via Detcon Model DA-4 Addressable I/O Cards. System is available in NEMA 4X weatherproof enclosure or NEMA 7 explosion proof. Back-lit alphanumeric display provides indication of gas type/current reading in normal operation.

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Energy Savings Device regulates AODD pump operation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:33:05 -0500

Designed to help conserve energy used by air operated double diaphragm (AODD) pumps, MizAir® uses fuzzy logic to analyze each stroke of pump and learns its unique characteristics. This electro-pneumatic smart device automatically makes internal adjustments to reduce pump's air consumption, consequently reducing energy required to run pump with little to no effect on its throughput, fluid flow, or flow rate.

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Viscosity/Temperature Control System is unaffected by vibration.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 08:37:05 -0500

Maintenance-free, ViscSense® viscosity control system is unaffected by flow and vibration and can measure low shear viscosities from 0-600 cps and temperatures to 220°F, depending upon material. Compatible with any PLC, it operates on 24 Vdc and provides 4-20 mA, RS232, and CANBUS outputs. Weighing 8 oz, unit features ½ NPT pipe connection, touch screen controller, and acoustic wave sensor that can be installed in-line to continuously monitor viscosity and temperature.

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Controllers provide one-touch RF control of home systems.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 08:36:55 -0500

Vizia RF+® lighting and home controls include 4-Button Scene Controller with Switch for control of up to 4 lighting scenes, and 4-Button Zone Controller with Switch allows control of up to 4 Vizia RF+ scene-capable devices, both offering button to transmit DIM/BRIGHT commands to most recently switched on scene/zone. Also available is 2-Button Scene Controller with Switches. All devices offer on/off control and install without additional wires.

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PHY and Controller IP supports 1,866 and 2,133 Mbps data rates.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 08:36:55 -0500

Supporting Low Voltage DDR3L specification that runs at 1.35 V, DesignWare® DDR3/2 PHY and Digital Controller IP targets digital home, digital office, data center, and storage applications that require bandwidth in excess of 1,066 Mbps per pin. IP includes PHY Utility Block with built-in data training circuits to enable in-system calibration. As part of data training sequence, DDR3/2 IP features ability to remove bit-to-bit timing skew that can occur on chip, in package, or on circuit board.

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Servers and Workstations build process automation system.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 08:27:04 -0500

With pre-installed software and pre-configured operating system, visualization servers and single activation operator workstations for PlantPAx Process Automation System help minimize time associated with specifying, procuring, and installing system hardware and software. Process application system servers can be used to host human interface displays and consolidate data access, while operator workstation serves as window to process.

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Linux Controller utilizes 200 MHz ARM9 processor.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 09:02:49 -0500

Providing user with array of I/O devices, seamlessly supported by pre-installed Linux 2.6 kernel, OmniEP Controller features 10/100 Ethernet, 2 serial ports, battery backed clock/calendar, USB, digital I/Os, and stereo audio outputs. Onboard memory includes 16 MB Flash memory organized as Ext2 file system and 32 MB of SDRAM. Optional features include 2 x 16 character LCD, pushbutton front panel, and rugged aluminum enclosure.

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Environmental Protection Controller fits in 19 in. racks.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 09:02:45 -0500

Requiring 2U rack space, Model EPC-2374R serves as primary device for temperature, humidity, and moisture protection. System operates as controller, data logger, meter, event recorder, and early warning system with power fail output and RTD inputs. It is suited for industries such as information technology, automation, broadcasting, telecommunications, and audio control.

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Solid-State Press Automation Control has color touch screen.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:24:41 -0500

OSHA and ANSI compliant SSC-3000 solid-state press automation control system is available for part-revolution-clutch mechanical power presses. Rack-mounted modular control system comes with expandable options, allowing changes to be made, or features to be added or deleted as press requirements change. It includes power supply module and main CPU card, and is designed to hold 8 additional cards for expandable options.

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Stage Controllers support 100 picometer command resolution.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:24:39 -0500

Nanopositioning stage controllers feature USB interface and 24-bit DA/AD converters to work with piezo nanopositioning systems from 1 mm and up. It also includes RS-232 interface and analog interface for compatibility with NI cards. Software libraries and GUIs provide support for LabView, Matlab, and text-based programming languages while programmable data tables allow random waveform generation. Products are available in 1-12 channels and in benchtop, rack-mount, and OEM card versions.

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Controller allows USB device charging during sleep mode.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:24:32 -0500

Incorporating PowerNap(TM) technology, PI5USB56 all-in-one USB PowerNap controller allows charging of USB-enabled handheld mobile devices via PC while OS is in sleep mode. Unit includes ESD and Vbus short protection as well as auto-detection and auto-switching support. It also supports USB 1.1/USB 2.0 full- and high-speed specifications as well as sleep-and-charge functionality per USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and YD/T-1591 charger specifications.

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