Siemens process control system
09 June, 2009 | Supplied by: Siemens Ltd
Siemens has released version 7.1 of its Simatic PCS 7 process control system, with additions relating to virtually all function areas.
SCADA for electrical distribution
18 May, 2009 | Supplied by: GE Intelligent Platforms
GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms has announced the availability of iPower 5.0 with its DNP3 driver providing a vertical industry solution for electrical transmission and distribution utilities. iPower reduces the cost of implementing, supporting and operating a SCADA system and increases operational efficiency by providing a secure, consistent and intuitive interface for operators.
SCADA RTU with DNP3 authentication
18 May, 2009 | Supplied by: Ovarro
Semaphore has announced first shipments of Kingfisher SCADA system RTU products with Secure DNP3 Authentication.
Burkert Fluid Control Systems type 6524 dual pneumatic valve
11 May, 2009 | Supplied by: Burkert Fluid Control Systems
A dual pneumatic valve designed for space-poor machinery and process control environments has been released by Bürkert. The Type 6524 Dual 3/2-way pneumatic valve combines the functionality of two complete 3/2-way valves in the space of one.
Wonderware SCADA software
11 May, 2009 | Supplied by: Wonderware Australia
Wonderware System Platform 3.1 and InTouch 10.1 introduce distributed SCADA, scalability and user productivity enhancements to the Wonderware core software platform and their flagship visualisation HMI offerings.
Touch-screen HMIs
11 May, 2009 | Supplied by: Pro-face Australia Pty Ltd
Pro-face has released the AGP3310 and AGP3360 touch-screen HMIs.
Wiri Oil Services bridges a technology gap
27 April, 2009 | Supplied by: Honeywell Process Solutions
Based in Auckland, New Zealand, Wiri Oil Services Ltd is the city’s only petroleum depot and distribution centre for petroleum fuel. It is connected by pipeline to Marsden Point Oil Refinery in New Zealand. The company receives four products from a refinery through a pipeline and jet fuel is sent to Auckland Airport via a second pipeline.
PID temperature controllers
01 April, 2009 | Supplied by: Practical Control Solutions
Practical Control Solutions offers a full range of PID temperature controllers from Sanup Electrical Company. Inputs for the SDU line of temperature controllers are universal and include a wide range of thermocouples, RTDs and linear DC signals. Available control outputs include relay contact, logic (for driving solid-state relays) and 4–20 mA. A full range of DIN panel sizes is offered, from 48 to 96 mm2.
Simatic combined active barrier and loop power supply
01 April, 2009 | Supplied by: Siemens Ltd
The Simatic human machine interface (HMI) device series now includes modular expansion units with IP65 protection. The new components in the design of the HMI devices are individually equipped for plant-specific operator control and monitoring tasks; for example, with illuminated pushbuttons, lamps, switches, USB ports or emergency stop buttons.
Graphic terminals
01 April, 2009 | Supplied by: Schneider Electric
The Magelis XBT GK graphic terminals can be configured and controlled to precisely match user requirements. Easily programmable using Vijeo Designer software, Magelis XBT GK terminals offer users a flexible user interface with a touch screen and keypad keys configurable simultaneously or separately.
ANSI/SIA DC-09-2007 for SCADA RTUs
01 April, 2009 | Supplied by: Ovarro
Semaphore has introduced ANSI/SIA DC-09-2007 Internet Protocol Event Reporting for its T-box line of SCADA system products. This protocol is now available with a T-box MS Modular System, when equipped with a 32-bit CPU.
PLC data access module
31 March, 2009 | Supplied by: Omron Electronics Pty Ltd
Omron Electronics has released the Data Access Module (DAM01) — a small user interface for its micro PLC range. Fitting neatly into a communication board slot, the DAM01 empowers the user with knowledge of the process the PLC is controlling.
Process innovations support the Boddington Gold Project
18 March, 2009 | Supplied by: Yokogawa Australia Pty Ltd
The development of the process control system for the Boddington Gold Project in Western Australia, a joint venture by Newmont and AngloGold-Ashanti located 130 km south-east of Perth, is about to mobilise to a site-based phase. This follows an extensive design effort in Perth, Santiago (Chile), Melbourne and Brisbane. Effective teamwork by multiple partners in different physical locations has been vital to the success of the project to date.
Component object-based supervisory systems — the benefits over traditional HMI development
17 March, 2009 by Steve Garbrecht, Product Marketing Manager — Industrial Application Server, Wonderware | Supplied by: Wonderware Australia
There are several fundamental differences between component object-based and traditional tag-based human machine interface (HMI) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) products. This article explains the differences between the two methodologies and shows that significant savings in development can be achieved with a component object-based SCADA product, and explains how to calculate the savings.
Process optimisation solution for energy generation
14 March, 2009 | Supplied by: Honeywell Building Solutions
Honeywell Process Solutions has announced its Advanced Energy Solutions, a suite of process control, monitoring and optimisation applications designed specifically for industrial power-generation facilities.
