HMI with integrated controller
14 March, 2009 | Supplied by: Festo Pty Ltd
The FED-CEC is a flexible and space-optimised HMI system. The display unit and controller are combined in a single unit, which means that system designers have only one component to purchase, program and install. It is a space-saving controller concept, created by integrating a processor module based on the CoDeSys software platform into the Festo Front End Display range.
Operator interfaces
13 March, 2009 | Supplied by: Pilz Australia Industrial Automation LP
The fourth-generation Pilz PMI operator interface and diagnostic display units offer improved performance. Both the PMIvisu and PMIopen series are available in the fourth-generation specification, with the PMIvisu models being suitable for diagnostics and visualisation with PNOZmulti modular safety systems, PSS programmable safety and control systems and SafetyBUS p networks. The fourth-generation PMIvisu units can also be used as graphics systems for all common programmable logic controllers (PLCs). If custom software needs to be run on the display, then the PMIopen operator terminals can be specified.
Operator interfaces
13 March, 2009 | Supplied by: Pilz Australia Industrial Automation LP
The fourth-generation Pilz PMI operator interface and diagnostic display units offer improved performance. Both the PMIvisu and PMIopen series are available in the fourth-generation specification, with the PMIvisu models being suitable for diagnostics and visualisation with PNOZmulti modular safety systems, PSS programmable safety and control systems and SafetyBUS p networks. The fourth-generation PMIvisu units can also be used as graphics systems for all common programmable logic controllers (PLCs). If custom software needs to be run on the display, then the PMIopen operator terminals can be specified.
Vectron Active frequency inverter
13 March, 2009 | Supplied by: Bonfiglioli Transmission Pty Ltd
Bonfiglioli’s Vectron Active range of frequency inverters can be used in a wide range of applications, from continuous drives for simple conveyor belts to complex networked applications in manufacturing plant and machinery. They are also suitable for use as portable power supplies and provide a performance range that extends from 0.37 to 800 kW.
Mobility solution for SCADA
12 March, 2009 | Supplied by: Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric has extended its mobility solutions to allow operational and management personnel to monitor their factories, plants and mining sites from any location. These solutions enhance the capabilities of a SCADA network by providing access via a greater range of mobile devices.
Drive configuration tool
11 March, 2009 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty Ltd
The DriveConFig kit is a PC configuration tool for ABB component drives ACS55, offering fast and safe configuration of unpowered drives.
SCADA with Windows integrated security
11 March, 2009 | Supplied by: Schneider Electric
CitectSCADA V7.10 introduces support for Windows integrated security and Microsoft Windows Vista. Windows security integration allows for easier maintenance of CitectSCADA as it is no longer necessary to create and maintain user accounts within the SCADA system. Instead, users of the SCADA system can use their network username and password to access the CitectSCADA system.
Mining industry: achieving real benefits from simulators
16 January, 2009 by Will Hamilton | Supplied by: Yokogawa Australia Pty Ltd
The power, oil and gas, and chemical processing industries have been using real-time dynamic process simulation for decades and now the minerals processing industry can follow suit.
Honeywell wins award for coal-saving technology
07 January, 2009
Honeywell has won the 2008 Most Innovative Power Technology of the Year Award from Asian Power magazine, for a controls project that helps increase electricity generation while cutting coal consumption at a Chinese power plant.
Hot-standby for manufactured water
20 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Schneider Electric
Australians, by and large, have responded differently to the devastating drought of the past few years. The Queensland government’s response was to initiate major water management reforms. In 2005, the Beattie government established the Queensland Water Commission and set aside $9 billion to overhaul the management, distribution and marketing of water through the SE Queensland Water Grid.
Students design fully functional 'Snowy' simulator
16 December, 2008
Two engineering students from Swinburne University of Technology in Melbourne recently presented Snowy Hydro with a fully functioning control system simulator that will now be used to replace some of the Snowy Mountains Hydroelectric Scheme's outdated systems.
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.
PLC scope software
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Beckhoff Automation Pty Ltd
Graphic display of curves is essential for optimising controllers and setting drive axes.
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.
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.
