Process control systems

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Safety card for servo amplifier

01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: Pilz Australia Industrial Automation LP

Pilz has launched a safety card for the servo amplifiers PMCprotego D, so that safety is integrated directly into the drive. When fitted with the safety card PMCprotego S, the servo amplifiers can provide a safe drive solution with numerous safety functions, ranging from safe stop and safe motion functions through to safe brake functions.