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Register for the Webinar. | | In this Issue | | New Products | FUTEK introduces LCA600 high capacity load cell The LCA600 is offered from 100,000 to 300,000 lb capacity and operates in a wide temperature range of 0 to 160˚F. | Lanner announces 10Gbps Fiber Bypass Module The bypass network module allows customers to deliver communication solutions with higher throughput capacity in next-generation security and acceleration appliances. | Rexroth releases VKK Feed Modules VKK modules are for light-duty handling, pick-and-place and feed applications for the automation and packaging industries. | Microscan introduces I-PAK SE for pharmaceutical lot tracking and validation I-PAK SE enables the pharmaceutical industry to meet the requirements of 21 CFR Part 11 for reliable, accurate and validated inspection of labels and products. | Kollmorgen introduces MPS Motion Programming Script MPS is an easy-to-use, network-enabled implementation of a BASIC-like programming language with commands added specifically for motion control. | Fluke announces milliamp clamp meters Fluke 772 and 773 milliamp clamp meters help technicians test critical automation and control circuits without breaking the circuit or interrupting operations. | SICK announces FX3 Flexi Soft modular safety controller Flexi Soft is a software programmable, expandable, easy-to-commission safety controller that can be adapted to a variety of safety applications for small- to medium-sized. | GE Fanuc makes PACSystems RX3i Controller redundant RX3i offers true dual redundancy data synchronization with dual modules and dedicated, redundant links to one another. They operate with virtually no overhead added to the control application. | Phoenix Contact introduces FL mGuard security devices FL mGuard provides firewall, router and VPN functionalities in a single, rugged device to protect PCs, PLCs, I/O units, bus couplers and industrial Ethernet devices. | Emerson introduces AMS Performance Advisor for turbomachinery Performance Advisor predicts performance of assets by identifying, in real-time, performance deterioration of critical machinery. | These are just a few new products introduced this week >>>> MORE new products <<<< | Visit our Automation Portals | Our Automation Portals offer information on various topics published on Automation.com, AND other automation-related web sites. Each portal includes new products, company news, articles, white papers, application stories, training, resources, events, and more. Visit these one-stop sites for all your automation information. | Live News Feeds |    Learn how to get RSS feeds of Automation.com's news headlines. | | Featured Articles | Capitalize on Crisis! - Review of Yokogawa 2009 User Group Conference The Yokogawa User Group Conference had an enthusiastic group of automation professionals in attendance. In his opening remarks, Con Lau, GM Marketing of Yokogawa of America, discussed the Asian representation of crisis that is made up of two letters - danger and opportunity. “Where there is danger, there is opportunity.” People attending were looking for opportunities to improve operations and efficiency. | Application Stories | ABB starts up Genesis Energy control system in New Zealand System 800xA helps Genesis Energy monitor and control each of the station’s 13 hydro generators, as well as the frequency and voltage control of the National Grid. ABB starts up photovoltaic solar power plant in Spain ABB completed commissioning of the 1-megawatt (MW) Totana photovoltaic power plant located in the region of Murcia in Spain. In a year, Totana produces 2.2 gigawatt-hours of grid-quality electric power. | Browse more Application Stories by topic on our Automation Portals. | Resources & Literature | Selecting a Thermometer guide By Winters Instruments When selecting a thermometer, it is important to consider the dial or case size, stem or capillary length, and the connection type and temperature range. Emerson publishes Natural Gas Regulator Application Guide The 752 page, 4-color guide provides assistance in selecting the right pressure regulator for a broad range of applications anywhere in the world. Adalet announces ATEX control panel assembly certification Adalet eliminates the requirement to re-submit enclosure assemblies to third party testing laboratories for final equipment certification saving customers considerable amounts of time and money. TUV Rheinland offers GS S1 Certification The GS S1 Certificate demonstrates full compliance with both the German Equipment Safety Act and the Low Voltage Directive (LVD), a minimum EU requirement. | Browse more Resources & Literature by topic on our Automation Portals. | Events, Seminars & Training | Project Management in Life Sciences June 23, 2009 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. EDT, Indianapolis, IN Pharma and Biotech manufacturing are demanding that more projects get done faster with fewer people. Meanwhile, the FDA is not letting up; the trend seems to be ever-increasing oversight. During this high-impact half-day, you will learn how to start a project right - with the end in mind. PMPs can report 4 Professional Development Units for this training session. Enter discount code "Automation623" for $100.00 off the course fee. Electric Linear Actuators webinar June 17, 2009 Free Electric Linear Actuators 101 webinar is for mechanical motion design engineers at all experience levels who are interested in learning more about industrial linear actuators. | Other Upcoming Events & Training - Honeywell User Group Meeting: June 14-18, 2009
- Rockwell Automation RSTechED: June 21-26, 2009
- Regional Forum: Electrical Engineering: July 1-2, 2009
- PLC Troubleshooting Workshop: July 22-24, 2009
- ControlLogix and RSLogix 5000 Training Seminar: July 28-30, 2009
- Critical Machine Maintenance-Switchgears, Circuit Breakers & Transformers: July 27-28, 2009
- NIWeek Worldwide Graphical System Design Conference and Exhibition: August 4-6, 2009
- Hazardous Areas Conference: August 11-13, 2009
- Automation World Show '09: August 20-23, 2009
See our Calendar of Events for other upcoming events. Add an event to our calendar. | Company & Organization News | Smart Grid Standards Addressed at Connectivity Week 2009 Smart Grid Standards covered at Connectivity Week On June 10, Mark Maddox, a federal energy policy expert with more than 25 years experience, will address a breakout session of the convention on the topic of industry efforts to accelerate smart grid standards. Schneider Electric acquires Conzerv in India With this acquisition, Schneider Electric will reinforce its position in the fast growing energy efficiency field in India. Frost & Sullivan says Electric Drives market to increase The electric drives market is anticipated to sustain its growth rates due to the need for infrastructural changes in chemical plants, especially across Eastern Europe. Wurldtech adds wireless to Achilles The Achilles Network Testing Platform now includes test suites for emerging industrial wireless protocols. ABB System 800xA safety libraries achieve SIL 2/3 certification The recently certified applications provide specific key process protection functions for upstream processes for oil, gas & petrochemical. MatrikonOPC announces 24-hour OPC support Customers all over the world will now be covered in their time zones thanks to globalized support centers. Telvent integrates with Longwatch video surveillance system Telvent integrated the Longwatch Surveillance System with its OASyS DNA SCADA system. This lets oil, gas, electric, and water network operators monitor video via an OASyS SCADA system. Kepware awarded Maine Technology Company of the Year This award is presented to a company that contributes significantly to Maine’s reputation as a cutting-edge technology state. | Other Company & Organization News: | Browse more Company & Organization News by topic on our Automation Portals. | Project News | ABB supplying electrical and automation to cement mills in Egypt Equipment includes System 800xA for process control and integration, all medium and low voltage power distribution systems, transformers, and low and medium voltage motors and drives. Dresser Masoneilan to supply control valves to ammonia plant in Qatar Dresser Masoneilan will supply more than 400 control valves to the Qafco industrial complex in Doha, Qatar, which is growing into the world’s largest ammonia and urea production site. | Browse more Project News by topic on our Automation Portals. | New Jobs | Here's a list of new jobs posted on Automation.com: To view recent job postings, please use our Job Search Function. For recruiting and contract staffing services, please visit www.automationtechies.com. Is your company hiring? If so, Automation.com can help. Post your job and tap into more than 90,000 unique industry professionals that frequent the web site each month. Plus, your job postings will be featured right here in future issues of this e-newsletter. It's easy - just Set up an Account today. Call us at 1-877-300-6792, ext. 3, with any questions. | Automation Professional Networking Groups | My.Automation.com Groups Create topical groups, invite your colleagues to join groups, and have private discussions with members of the group? Browse current groups or create a new one (Site registration required to create a group.) LinkedIn Group Join the Automation Group created by Automation.com. To view and join groups on Linkedin, you must be a member of Linkedin.com. Facebook Group Join the Automation, Process Control & Instrumentation Group and connect with other automation professionals who frequent this popular social networking site. | Humor of the Week | Dilbert A new strategy to avoid layoffs. | Automation Cartoons View this week's cartoon online and/or forward to a colleague  Submit your Cartoon Ideas and share your humor with our audience. If we use your cartoon idea, we'll publish your name with the cartoon and send you a handsome Automation.com mug. View Cartoon Archive | For comments, or editorial inquiries, please contact Rick Zabel, Vice President & Publisher. For advertising inquiries, please contact Karen Olson or Kia Weller or see our Media Kit. View our Privacy Policy | |
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