Rockwell Automation Motion Analyzer software v5.0
22 March, 2011 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation Australia
Rockwell Automation has released a new version of its Motion Analyzer software, designed to help machine builders obtain the full benefits of a mechatronic design approach by making it faster and easier to analyse, optimise, simulate and select motion control systems.
The profitable path to cutting carbon
28 February, 2011 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation Australia
Founded on sophisticated production intelligence software, a new breed of information-enabled energy management systems is taking on the carbon footprint challenge - while simultaneously improving production performance and the bottom line.
GE Intelligent Platforms Proficy Troubleshooter and Proficy Cause+ V5
25 February, 2011 | Supplied by: Metromatics Pty Ltd
GE Intelligent Platforms has announced the availability of the latest version of Proficy Troubleshooter and Proficy Cause+ Version 5.0. The solution enables an intelligent form of causal analysis, proactive alarming and decision support so users can react faster and correct issues before a problem occurs.
Honeywell uses Matrikon assets for new solutions portfolio
17 February, 2011 | Supplied by: Honeywell Process Solutions
Honeywell has formed a new advanced solutions business which leverages the capabilities of its Matrikon acquisition.
Pick-by-light system implemented in a panel PC
31 January, 2011 | Supplied by: Kontron Australia Pty Ltd
In order to improve order picking for the large base of small warehouses and assemblies, SSI Schäfer developed an affordable pick-by-light (PbL) system that helps workers to fill customer orders quickly and efficiently, improving pick and cycle times and increasing pick accuracy.
Steps taken to standardise JT data format for lightweight 3D data
27 January, 2011 | Supplied by: Siemens Ltd
Siemens PLM Software and ProSTEP iViP have initiated the formal process to establish the JT data format as an ISO standard for lightweight 3D data.
ExperTune PlantTriage v10 mobile access
17 January, 2011 | Supplied by: Daesim Technologies Pty Ltd
ExperTune’s PlantTriage can now provide real-time trending of process variables on mobile phones. Live data from a control system can be relayed to a mobile phone’s browser. This feature allows users to have immediate access to control-room data when working remotely out in the plant.
MathWorks Data Acquisition Toolbox R2010b
17 December, 2010 | Supplied by: MathWorks Australia
The R2010b release of Data Acquisition Toolbox now enables engineers and scientists to use National Instruments’ CompactDAQ data acquisition hardware directly from MATLAB. Data Acquisition Toolbox supports more than 25 CompactDAQ devices, providing access to measurements that include voltage, current and temperature.
Get closer to history with OPC
18 November, 2010 | Supplied by: Matrikon Asia-Pacific
Offline analysis of historical process data is an integral part of process optimisation and production tracking. OPC helps maximise the return on process history investments by providing a standardised mechanism for collection of real-time process data and by enabling scalable multivendor and distributed historical analysis solutions.
Rockwell Software ERP Integration Gateway
18 November, 2010 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation Australia
The Rockwell Software ERP Integration Gateway application is designed to allow plants to more easily and cost-effectively exchange transactions and execute business processes across the plant floor and business systems in real time.
Intergraph SmartPlant 3D materials handling edition software
14 October, 2010 | Supplied by: Intergraph Corporation Pty Ltd
The SmartPlant 3D materials handling edition software for the automation of the design of bulk materials handling systems was developed with industry input from development partners Sinclair Knight Merz and United Group Limited Resources. It addresses specific functionality for conveyor layout and detailed chute design.
Siemens PLM Software Mechatronics Concept Designer
14 October, 2010 | Supplied by: Siemens Ltd
Mechatronics Concept Designer is an integrated machine design based on Siemens PLM Software’s flagship computer-aided design application NX software and works in conjunction with its Teamcenter software. With an easy-to-use, interactive simulation capability claimed to be based on ‘gaming’ technology, it is designed to help reduce development time and improve product quality for the machine design industry.
MathWorks MATLAB and Simulink Release 2010b
20 September, 2010 | Supplied by: MathWorks Australia
MathWorks has announced Release 2010b of its MATLAB and Simulink product families.
Intergraph SmartPlant Electrical-B and SmartPlant Electrical-D
20 September, 2010 | Supplied by: Intergraph Corporation Pty Ltd
Intergraph has announced its SmartPlant Enterprise electrical solution with Basic (B) and Detailed (D) modules to address industry needs for flexibility in the electrical design process.
Intergraph SmartPlant Materials Subcontractor Management module
20 September, 2010 | Supplied by: Intergraph Corporation Pty Ltd
Intergraph has introduced its SmartPlant Materials Subcontractor Management module for its SmartPlant Enterprise engineering solutions suite, developed jointly with CH2M Hill. It is designed to enable engineering, procurement and construction companies (EPCs) to more easily manage plant design project subcontractors. The module is an available extension of Intergraph’s SmartPlant Materials management solution that creates a completely web-based common collaboration platform for all companies involved in EPC project delivery.
