MathWorks SimDriveline software
09 July, 2011 | Supplied by: MathWorks Australia
The new version of SimDriveline software helps simplify the integration of other physical domains into drivetrain models, including thermal losses in geartrains, electrical solenoids and hydraulically actuated clutches. SimDriveline, based on Mathworks’ Simscape technology, helps engineers model and simulate mechanical systems in Simulink for a variety of automotive, aerospace, defence and industrial applications.
Non-invasive loop design
06 July, 2011 by Arkadiy Turevskiy, Brian McKay, Doug Eastman and Paul Lambrechts, MathWorks | Supplied by: MathWorks Australia
Proportional-integral-derivative (PID) controllers are ubiquitous. Designing and tuning them may appear simple in theory, but it can be difficult and time consuming in practice. Using model-based design, the development process can be improved by systematically designing, testing and implementing PID controllers on programmable logic controllers (PLCs), programmable automation controllers (PACs) and microprocessors.
Effective OPC security for control systems - Part 1
02 July, 2011 | Supplied by: Matrikon Asia-Pacific
For the past decade, industrial control systems administrators and engineers wanted to believe that ‘air gaps’ truly existed between their systems and the rest of the world. They have also hoped that ‘security by obscurity’ would keep them safe from security threats. Those days are over...
OPC Rescue diagnostic software
15 June, 2011 | Supplied by: http://www.opcti.com
The OPC Training Institute has released OPC Rescue, a diagnostic tool for users that want to diagnose communications issues.
Optimising assets through reliability-centred maintenance
27 May, 2011 | Supplied by: Infor Global Solutions (ANZ) Pty Ltd
In technical literature, reliability-centred maintenance (RCM) continues to show up as the prominent future strategic direction in machinery maintenance, and for good reason. RCM is the best method to use when optimising the operational reliability of plant equipment. It is important for reliability professionals to understand RCM and how condition-monitoring tools fit into the RCM picture.
Schneider Electric Australia certified by MESA
24 May, 2011 | Supplied by: Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric is the first vendor in Australia to achieve the Certificate of Competency with the Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association (MESA).
Game changer
14 May, 2011 | Supplied by: Invensys Process Systems (S) Pte Ltd
A key aspect of the ‘perfect plant’ is having the right information in the right place at the right time. However, in the modern plant, the right time to view this information is not when you are standing in front of an operator console. It is when you are in the field, in front of a failing piece of equipment or discussing a problem while on the move. More often than not, the right way to deliver information is by putting it in the hands of a mobile worker.
Siemens PLM Software Teamcenter Mobility iPad app
28 April, 2011 | Supplied by: Siemens Ltd
Siemens PLM Software has announced its Teamcenter Mobility mobile device application (app) for instantly accessing - from Wi-Fi or mobile broadband-available locations - the information managed by Teamcenter PLM software. Through the use of this app, which is being initially deployed on the iPad portable digital device, companies can enhance their ability to interact with product data and workflows at the right time, in the right place and in the right context to further enhance the speed and accuracy of decisions made throughout a product’s life cycle.
National Instruments announces 2011 Green Engineering Grant program
19 April, 2011 | Supplied by: National Instruments Aust Pty Ltd
National Instruments has announced its 2011 Green Engineering Grant program, a worldwide competitive program that fosters rapid design, prototyping and commercialisation of promising new renewable energy, energy-efficiency and smart grid systems.
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.
