Metso series X and M safety valves
20 July, 2010 | Supplied by: Metso Automation (ANZ) Pty Ltd
Trunnion and seat supported modular ball valve series X and M are classified and certified by Lloyd’s in accordance with IEC 61508, Type A equipment. The SIL assessment study with field-proven reliability analysis confirms that X and M series ball valves can be used in applications up to and including SIL 3 in single valve configurations in accordance with IEC 61508.
Integrating distributed energy resources into the smart grid - Part 1
05 July, 2010 | Supplied by: Advantech Australia Pty Ltd
The electrical power generation, transmission and distribution system thrived for decades with limited intelligence. But present and future demands are necessitating a transition to a smart grid, particularly the need to incorporate distributed energy resources (DERs) into the generation mix.
ICP Electronics WStrider-200A embedded controller
21 June, 2010 | Supplied by: ICP Electronics Australia
The WStrider-200A rugged embedded controller is designed to operate under harsh conditions. Its aluminium die-cast enclosure and M12 watertight connector provide IP67-grade protection against dust and water and enable it to sustain high impact and resistance to vandalism.
Metso Neles RotaryGlobe valves in ASME 900 - 1500 classes
21 June, 2010 | Supplied by: Metso Automation (ANZ) Pty Ltd
Metso has expanded its iCV (intelligent control valve) range to include high-pressure classes and small sizes. The Neles RotaryGlobe high-pressure range now consists of valves in ASME 900 - 1500 pressure classes in sizes from 1 to 4″.
Drives move 55 million tonnes of gravel in China
18 June, 2010 | Supplied by: Baldor Australia Pty Ltd
In the remote south-western province of Yunnan, some 2000 km from Beijing and Shanghai, Sinohydro is constructing an important piece of China’s renewable energy program. The Xiang Jia Ba dam and hydropower scheme is the nation’s third-largest hydropower system and another major step forward in China’s sustainable energy and water resource management strategies.
Wind generators use drive technology proven in Australasian industry
03 June, 2010 | Supplied by: Bonfiglioli Transmission Pty Ltd
Advanced industrial drives technologies available in Australasia are being used internationally to manufacture advanced wind power generators.
Watlow Ez-Zone RM multiloop temperature/process controller
17 May, 2010 | Supplied by: Cynebar
Watlow has introduced the Ez-Zone RM, a configurable multiloop temperature and process controller. The Ez-Zone RM integrates an entire assembly of control loop functionality in one DIN rail mounted package.
Beijer Electronics Exter T150-st stainless steel HMI
17 May, 2010 | Supplied by: Global Automation Asia-Pacific Pty Ltd
Beijer Electronics has added the T150-st to its Exter series of operator panels. The Exter T150-st has an acid-resistant stainless steel construction, so it is suited to those situations where acid-based cleaning agents are used.
Metso iCV control valve range
17 May, 2010 | Supplied by: Metso Automation (ANZ) Pty Ltd
Metso’s iCV control valves are suitable for both general and demanding applications, especially in hydrocarbon processing plants. They are designed to help process plants to meet environmental regulations by using control valve constructions that provide high performance, reliability and control accuracy.
Hardy Instruments HI 1756-FC single-feeder control module
28 April, 2010 | Supplied by: Accuweigh Pty Ltd
Hardy Instruments’ HI 1756-FC is a single-feeder control module that mounts directly into an Allen-Bradley ControlLogix chassis.
Longwatch Video System Version 5.1
28 April, 2010 | Supplied by: Telvent Australia Pty Ltd
The Longwatch Video System Version 5.1 is available in three distinct platforms that are designed to simplify installation, configuration and application. The platforms eliminate the need for custom programming and make it easier to achieve integration with a process control, HMI/SCADA or automation control system.
Control Microsystems SCADAPack ProductionPLUS
28 April, 2010 | Supplied by: Control Microsystems
Control Microsystems has announced the release of SCADAPack ProductionPLUS, a pad-wide optimisation solution combining EFM and plunger lift for 30+ wells per pad. It leverages the functionality and flexibility of the company’s product suite to provide gas operators with an efficient wireless or wired sensor to enterprise application.
Intelligence and safety
25 April, 2010 | Supplied by: Metso Automation (ANZ) Pty Ltd
The most important target for every plant manager is to keep the plant running and maximise production. A plant should be run as cost efficiently as possible, but without compromising safety.
Siemens Simatic S7-300 and S7-400 controllers with enhanced Profinet
20 April, 2010 | Supplied by: Siemens Ltd
Siemens has enhanced the Profinet functionality of its Simatic S7-300 and S7-400 controllers with Shared Device, Intelligent Device (I-Device) and Media Redundancy Protocol (MRP). These features facilitate easier system configuration - for example, in failsafe applications, leaner and more versatile topology architectures with multiple networked controllers, and higher plant availability.
Siemens Cemat version 7.1 process control system
20 April, 2010 | Supplied by: Siemens Ltd
Siemens has equipped version 7.1 of its Cemat process control system for the cement industry and associated sectors with multiple new functions. An enhanced signalling and diagnostics concept is designed to reduce plant downtimes as well as operating and maintenance costs, thus increasing plant availability and productivity.
