Valve automation package
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Metso Automation (ANZ) Pty Ltd
The ATEX-certified Jamesbury Cintac advanced automation package for rotary valves comes in a compact, rugged design.
Touch screen HMI
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Omron Electronics Pty Ltd
Omron Electronics has announced NS15 HMI. Measuring 15" diagonally across its colour touch screen, the NS15 offers a resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels, which is the equivalent of an XGA computer monitor. The unit itself is silver in colour and measures 405 x 304 mm.
SCADA RTU with POP3
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Ovarro
Semaphore has introduced POP3 (Post Office Protocol version 3) client functionality in its T-Box line of SCADA system products. The POP3 capability is compatible with T-Box LT, Semaphore’s single-module SCADA remote terminal unit (RTU) and the T-Box MS Modular System.
CJ2H PLC CPU
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Omron Electronics Pty Ltd
Omron Electronics has released the CJ2H PLC CPU. Using all the existing CJ1 cards and power supplies, the CJ2H allows users access to improvements in performance and technology while maintaining backward compatibility.
Wind power PLC library
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Beckhoff Automation Pty Ltd
Beckhoff has announced a PLC library for its automation suite, TwinCAT PLC IEC 61400-25. The IEC 61400-25 standard defines communication for monitoring and controlling wind turbines. Its integration in TwinCAT is designed to simplify the control of heterogeneous wind farms.
Aussies as good as gold in Laos
20 November, 2008 | Supplied by: Yokogawa Australia Pty Ltd
Australian expertise has been showcased in the development of the Phu Kham Copper-Gold Operation in Laos. PanAust Limited, which has a 90% stake in the operation, appointed Brisbane-based Ausenco Limited to design and engineer the project on an engineering, procurement and construction management (EPCM) basis.
Schneider Electric combines all operations
07 November, 2008
Schneider Electric integrates its operations to create the largest automation company in the Pacific.
Operator panel
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: Siemens Ltd
The Simatic HMI TP 177B 4" widescreen operator panel has a fully graphical 4.3" touch screen and four tactile function buttons. This screen from the 170 family of panels is notable for its compact format and a visualisation screen that is one-third larger than that of comparable devices.
Programmable dispensing system
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: STAUFF Corporation Pty Ltd
The PDS-100 from Fluid Metering Inc is a programmable dispensing system which uses precision stepper motors to control a variety of FMI’s valveless piston pumps.
1-Wire interface for SCADA RTUs
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: Ovarro
Semaphore has introduced a 1-Wire interface for its T-Box line of SCADA system products. This interface is compatible with a T-Box MS Modular System, when equipped with a 32-bit CPU.
Small to midrange system controller
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty Ltd
The AC 700F controller is designed to close the gap between generic PLCs and complex process control systems.
IP65 HMI bezels
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: Soanar Limited
Human machine interfaces (HMIs) often need to be designed to protect them against water, cleaning materials and grease during production. Wincomm’s IP65 stainless steel bezels provide this protection.
Smaller process system
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: GE Intelligent Platforms Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms has released Proficy Process Systems in a 250 I/O size, single-computer offering targeted at smaller applications and OEMs. Proficy Process Systems is a fully integrated process control system intended to provide customers with improved quality and reliability, increased throughput, performance and efficiency, and reduced total cost of ownership.
ALD control system
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: AVT Services Pty Limited
The AVT ALD system enables automation of an atomic layer deposition (ALD) process. It is a PC-based control system that is supplied with electronic hardware that is integrated with any existing ALD equipment for full automation of its process.
Component HMIs
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation Australia
Suitable for OEMs and other industrial operators, the Allen-Bradley PanelView Component operator interface provides the right amount of control at a cost-effective price.
