Unvented water level data logger
09 June, 2009 | Dwyer Omega (Aust) Pty Ltd
The model LDL-030 unvented water level data logger is a compact and portable device. It measures water level up to 9.14 m and has an internal temperature sensor that accurately records temperatures between -40 and 80 °C.
Basic touch-screen HMI panels
09 June, 2009 | Siemens Ltd
The Simatic HMI Basic Panels are designed for basic operator control and monitoring tasks. The KTP1000 Basic (10" display) and the TP1500 Basic (15" display) are the first devices of this product line available, followed by 4" and 6" monochrome models and a 6" colour version.
Outdoor-safe laser scanner
09 June, 2009 | SICK Pty Ltd
The OS2000 is a certified-safe laser scanner system for outdoor use. It combines the hardware and software of the Sick LMS outdoor laser measurement system with the safety level of the UE4470 safe programmable logic controller, which is certified as a safety component within the sense of the Machine Directive. Typical application examples of the system solution, which received approval from TÜV Rhineland, include door and gate protection, cranes, manned and unmanned vehicles, waterway structures such as bascule bridges or locks, and rail or conveyor systems.
Tower lights
09 June, 2009 | Micromax Pty Ltd
The EZ-Light TL50 tower lights by Banner Engineering are designed to deliver highly visible operator guidance and indication of equipment status. Displaying up to five colours in one tower and allowing multiple colours to be lit simultaneously, these preassembled and preconfigured multi-segment indicators replace conventional stack lights, which often require time-consuming assembly and complex wiring. In addition, models featuring audible alert with adjustable intensity are available for applications requiring sound indication.
LCD modules with white LED backlighting
09 June, 2009 | Soanar Limited
NEC LCD Technologies has introduced two TFT LCD modules incorporating white LED backlights for industrial applications. The modules consume less power and are substantially thinner and lighter than comparable LCD modules incorporating cold-cathode fluorescent lamp (CCFL) backlights.
Low-power RTUs
09 June, 2009 | Ovarro
Semaphore has announced first shipments of updated, low-power Kingfisher SCADA system RTU products. The Kingfisher LP-2 and LP-3 are fully compatible with the LP-1 model, which they replace.
Safe capacitor discharge instrument
09 June, 2009 | Emona Instruments Pty Ltd
Seaward Electronic has introduced an instrument for the safe discharge of stored energy in large capacitors and electrically charged equipment.
Electro-pneumatic valve positioner
09 June, 2009 | Dwyer Omega (Aust) Pty Ltd
The Series 275 Precisor III electro-pneumatic positioner is an easy-to-use, high-performance unit that accurately controls the valve stroke of rotary motion valves such as Dwyer Instruments ball or butterfly valves based on an input signal of 4-20 mA from the controller.
Web client SCADA visualisation solution
09 June, 2009 | GE Intelligent Platforms
GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms has announced Proficy HMI/SCADA — iFIX WebSpace, a full-featured web client for the company’s iFIX visualisation solution.
Four-channel wireless temperature transmitter
09 June, 2009 | Emerson
The Rosemount 848T wireless temperature transmitter is designed for high-density temperature measurement. With four-channel efficiency adding to the installation cost savings of Smart Wireless technology, it is designed to reduce the per point cost and thereby deliver more measurement data for use in improving operations and maintenance.
Signal interface modules
09 June, 2009 | SciTech Pty Ltd
A family of signal interface (SI) modules has been introduced by Microstar Laboratories, maker of data acquisition processor (DAP) boards and network-ready DAPservers for PC-based data acquisition and control systems. SI modules are intelligent: they communicate with and can be configured and controlled by the onboard intelligence embedded in DAP products. All SI modules include signal isolation to prevent ground loops.
Gear reducers
09 June, 2009 | Baldor Australia Pty Ltd
Baldor has announced an expanded size range and multiple configurations for the Dodge MagnaGear XTR reducer. The reducer is designed for reliability, ease of maintenance and high performance in tough, high-torque applications.
Rate controller
09 June, 2009 | Scale Components Pty Ltd
Hardy Instruments’ HI 4060 is a compact, single-feeder, closed-loop rate controller for use in a variety of applications, including auger, belt and vibratory-based feeders, converting them from volumetric to gravimetric. After supplying excitation to the load sensors and digitising the weight signal, the rate controller provides an analog output to control the feeder speed and adjusts this signal based on the required rate at which the feeder is losing weight. This rate controller features an embedded web server, true five-point automatic rate calibration, automatic feeder refill, various alarms including rate tolerance and disturbance, and optional DeviceNet, EtherNet/IP, remote I/O, Profibus, Modbus TCP/IP and analog communications. It also includes Hardy’s Waversaver technology to eliminate the effects of surrounding vibration for fast, stable weight display, electronic calibration without test weights, an <0x000A>SD memory module card for fast transfer of configuration data and integrated system diagnostics and troubleshooting.
Modelling and simulation software
09 June, 2009 | MathWorks Australia
The MathWorks has announced Release 2009a (R2009a) of its MATLAB, Simulink and PolySpace product families. R2009a includes extended support for multicore and multiprocessor systems, two new products, new features in MATLAB and Simulink, and enhancements to more than 90 other MathWorks products.
Kinematics control solution
09 June, 2009 | SEW-Eurodrive Pty Ltd
Combining kinematics control with conventional motion control, the MOVI-PLC Kinematics motion controller now provides manufacturers with six degrees of freedom controllability — comprising three-dimensional positioning and three planes of orientation.
