Pi Cronos analyser/controller
24 May, 2011 | Supplied by: Bintech Systems Pty Ltd
The Cronos analyser/controller from Pi has up to three universal inputs and up to three universal analog outputs, up to four relays, and options for Profibus, Modbus, LAN and other communications protocols. The user interface comes equipped in multiple languages and a set-up wizard for ease of use.
Actively improving quality
18 April, 2011 by Kurt Schipman, François Delincé, ABB Power Products, Charleroi, Belgium | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty Ltd
The increasing use of nonlinear electrical loads in all types of industrial and commercial applications has resulted in the introduction of potentially harmful problems. Active filters provide a reliable and cost-effective solution.
The changing role of the operator
31 March, 2011 | Supplied by: GE Intelligent Platforms Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
As businesses strive to gain a competitive advantage from their operations, the way operators perform their work has evolved. Shifting from being purely functional to highly analytical, operators have become an increasingly critical part of today’s business processes - significantly changing the way businesses operate and adding more value than ever before.
West MLC 9000+ modular, multiloop temperature control system
21 March, 2011 | Supplied by: Automated Control Pty Ltd
The West MLC 9000+ is a modular, multiloop temperature control system consisting of a bus control module (BCM) and up to eight loop control modules (LCMs) per BCM.
Longwatch video system version 5.2
17 January, 2011 | Supplied by: Telvent Australia Pty Ltd
The Longwatch video system version 5.2 includes enhancements and upgrades such as a value edition of the console recorder, a low-power XLP version of the video system that delivers surveillance in remote areas with limited power budgets, and improved database functions.
Longwatch XLP Low Power Video Surveillance System
20 December, 2010 | Supplied by: Telvent Australia Pty Ltd
Originally developed for a major oil and gas company to monitor remote wells in North America, the Longwatch XLP Low Power Video Surveillance System is powered by solar cells and batteries. The system hibernates in a low-power standby mode until an external sensor, such as a motion detector or intrusion alarm, or a command from the central control room sends it a signal to wake up. The system immediately records a short video alarm clip, transmits it to a remote operator at a central HMI/SCADA system and continues to record video on its disk until commanded to return to hibernation.
Seneca S401 Modbus HMI displays
20 December, 2010 | Supplied by: Heastern Industries
The Seneca S401 range of Modbus HMI displays utilises organic LED (OLED) technology, giving them a rapid response time, wide viewing angle, high colour rendition and high contrast and brightness ratios.
West ProVU dual loop temperature and industrial controller
17 December, 2010 | Supplied by: Automated Control Pty Ltd
The ProVU temperature and industrial controller from West now comes with two independent control loops in one unit.
Unitronics Vision1040 PLC and integrated HMI
17 December, 2010 | Supplied by: Micromax Pty Ltd
The Unitronics Vision1040 PLC and integrated HMI is designed to allow machine manufacturers and system integrators to add a 10.4″ colour touch screen equipped with a nine programmable function key display and full PLC functionality to their systems. It provides up to 1024 I/O options, a USB programming port, data logging, and built-in recipe capability.
Process control gets a makeover with new-generation DCS
02 December, 2010 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation Australia
Historically, there has been a clear divide between control strategies for process and discrete applications. However, with the recent development of a new generation of DCS systems, the distinctions are now not so clear-cut.
Schneider Electric CitectSCADA v7.20
22 November, 2010 | Supplied by: Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric has launched CitectSCADA v7.20, designed to extend and enhance the performance, quality and security of previous versions. CitectSCADA v7.20 is intended to provide a seamless system that integrates real-time process and equipment information for improved operator effectiveness, simplified engineering and tighter security.
Schneider Electric CitectSCADA v7.20
22 November, 2010 | Supplied by: Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric has launched CitectSCADA v7.20, designed to extend and enhance the performance, quality and security of previous versions. CitectSCADA v7.20 is intended to provide a seamless system that integrates real-time process and equipment information for improved operator effectiveness, simplified engineering and tighter security.
Selecting the right high-powered variable frequency drives
08 November, 2010 | Supplied by: Schneider Electric
Traditionally, VSDs have been used for the control of pumps, fans, conveyors etc, but with the rising cost of power and the increased efficiency and reliability of modern VSDs, many applications can be found on the basis of power savings alone.
Acrodyne Acro-Matic pneumatic actuators and accessories
03 November, 2010 | Supplied by: Acrodyne Pty Ltd
Acro-Matic pneumatic actuators and accessories cover a range of torque outputs from 5 to 5000 Nm with a rack and pinion drive mechanism. The actuator is claimed to provide long and reliable service as the power pack.
InduSoft Web Studio v7.0 HMI/ SCADA
29 October, 2010 | Supplied by: Dominion Electronics
InduSoft has released version 7 of the InduSoft Web Studio HMI/ SCADA software, which incorporates many additions to overall functionality, including an improved user interface.