Instrumentation & Automation News articles from January 2002

Instrumentation & Automation News archives from January 2002

Vision system.
January 1, 2002... The A200/A100 Series industrial Micro Image Checker is a high speed, dual camera image-processing device that provides sub-pixel accuracy, 256 gray scale resolution, sensor-less trigger features and does not require a PC or network connection...

Ultrasonic level sensors.
January 1, 2002... The UCL-Series Continuous Non-Contact Ultrasonic Level Sensors are accurate to +/-0.25% and are designed for fluids that coat or corrode common, immersed sensors. Designed for acids, ultrapure and wastewater, inks and paints, slurries, food and...

Hazardous area operator interfaces.
January 1, 2002... The MicroOIT line of PLC and motion controller interface terminals are now available in UL-listed Class I, Division 2 versions for use in hazardous areas such as petrochemical and sewage treatment environments. All of the terminals support...

Happy 50th anniversary IAN. (Pool's Reflections).
January 1, 2002... It's the New Year and it's a BIG year for IAN. It's IAN's 50th Anniversary. As the second oldest publication in the instrumentation and control marketplace, IAN has an impressive history with close ties to the Instrument Society of America...

Dual PID controller: for SLC 500. (Temperature Measurement & Control).
January 1, 2002... The DLCD is a DIN-rail mounted module that implements two independent PID loops, communicating with a SLC 500 over the DH-485 network to allow a PLC program to control and monitor each loop's operation. By lifting the burden of PID control from...

Temperature controllers: available with Modbus protocol. (Temperature Measurement & Control).
January 1, 2002... The Series C is a family of panel-mounted, universal-input temperature controllers, including four models that may be ordered for network applications, including the Modbus messaging protocol and, with an optional adapter, for communication...

Temperature assemblies: for surface measurements. (Temperature Measurement & Control).
January 1, 2002... These ready-to-install temperature assemblies for surface measurements mount directly to tanks, pipes, motors, compressors, reactors, or anywhere a skin (surface) temperature measurement is needed. These versatile assemblies include the...

Temperature sensor: offers bench set-up. (Temperature Measurement & Control).
January 1, 2002... The Model TN2530 temperature sensor offers the convenience of bench set-up without the need for additional instruments or temperature reference. It is accurate, has no moving parts, offers corrosion and thermal resistance, and can be used in...

Electronic temperature controller: offers customized heating & cooling control. (Temperature Measurement & Control).
January 1, 2002... The 2632 Series electronic temperature controller is a microprocessor-based unit that provides maximum control flexibility by allowing customization to meet a range of temperature requirements from 0 [degrees] F-1200 [degrees] F (standard range...

Temperature measurement in corrosive environments. (Industry Trends).
January 1, 2002... Adapting thermocouples to plastic piping systems and vessels can be difficult and time consuming. Use of corrosion resistant plastic temperature sensors is robust and can be highly responsive in corrosive environments. Sensors with a thin-wall...

Portable data acquisition system: with open software platform. (Recorders & Data Loggers).
January 1, 2002... The Dash 18 Open Software Platform is an eighteen-channel portable data acquisition system that features an open software platform, allowing third-party software programs to control data acquisition and analysis functions. The system combines...

Single-board data recorder: replaces embedded PCs. (Recorders & Data Loggers).
January 1, 2002... The DataBridge SDR-OEM-CF single-board serial data recorder is designed to replace embedded PCs where cost, reliability, low power consumption and ease of integration are critical. It captures data from any device equipped with a serial data...

Data Management System: offers high functionality. (Recorders & Data Loggers).
January 1, 2002... The 5100e Data Management System (DMS) delivers advanced I/O quality with built-in communications facilities. It employs constant measurement techniques, with dedicated circuitry for each channel, and Ethernet communications facilities as...

Instrumentation recorder: incorporates latest COTS technology. (Recorders & Data Loggers).
January 1, 2002... The DATAMAX II[TM] Test Friendly[TM] instrumentation recorder combines the functionality of a digital recorder with video capture and graphical playback. With a data rate of 102.4 Mbits/sec, an analog bandwidth of 90 kHz, and available storage...

Paperless recorder: with compact color screen. (Recorders & Data Loggers).
January 1, 2002... The PMA Model KS3010 data monitor is fitted with 6 or 12 universal inputs for signals from dc current/voltage sources, thermocouples, resistance thermometers and potentiometer transducers. This compact unit is designed for measuring, storing,...

Trends in recorders/dataloggers. (Industry Trends).
January 1, 2002... Dickson recorders and dataloggers are now even more cost effective. Customers receive more features and get more information for less money. The growing trend is to paperless recording devices and dataloggers. Some recent improvements in...

Proximity sensors: offer versatile mounting & long range. (Proximity Sensors).
January 1, 2002... The QF 5.5 ultra-thin 5.5 mm (0.22") capacitive proximity sensors can be mounted in very small areas and solve applications previously impossible. The sensors also have an extremely long sensing range relative to their size: either 5 mm or 10...

Proximity measuring system: for precision measurements. (Proximity Sensors).
January 1, 2002... The KD-2440 proximity measuring system consists of a sensor with integral cable, the signal conditioning electronics module and a power and output cable. The electronic circuit is housed in a standard DB-9 connector back shell. The system...

Photoelectric sensors: feature adjustable sensitivity. (Proximity Sensors).
January 1, 2002... The Series-28 universal photoelectric sensors are available in diffused mode with background suppression and in polarized retro-reflective mode with a foreground suppression option. Features include adjustable sensitivity, high-intensity LEDs...

Proximity sensors: inductive & capacitive. (Proximity Sensors).
January 1, 2002... This company offers a complete line of both inductive and capacitive proximity sensors. These sensors detect the presence or absence of metallic or nonmetallic objects without physical contact. Typical features include: variety of housings; ac...

Inductive proximity sensors: with compact housings. (Proximity Sensors).
January 1, 2002... This company now offers four new rectangular inductive proximity sensors with compact polycarbonate housings and mounting plates for simple mounting. They are available in 12 mm x 27 mm x 12 mm or 12 mm x 27 x 7 mm sizes and NPN or PNP versions...

Future trends in proximity sensor technology: (Industry Trends).
January 1, 2002... The Proximity sensor is one of the most common and easy to use devices in the field. Whether the type is inductive, capacitive or magnetic, these sensors are used in thousands of very different applications around the world. So how does the...

Industrial workstation: with detachable 12.1" TFT display. (Operator Interfaces Workstations).
January 1, 2002... The P3120 is a high-performance industrial workstation which combines the ruggedness of an industrial chassis with the versatility of a Panel Computer. The workstation features a detachable 12.1" 200 nit (cd/[m.sup.2]) TFT LCD with touchscreen...

LCD monitors: feature open-frame design. (Operator Interfaces Workstations).
January 1, 2002... This company has announced a multi-member family of economical, open-frame LCD monitors. The new 15-inch (15" viewable image size) units are engineered specifically to provide a turnkey product that can be easily integrated into existing...

HMI software: supports pocket PC 2002. (Operator Interfaces Workstations).
January 1, 2002... This company has announced that Instant HMI[TM] is now available to support the Microsoft Windows-Powered Pocket PC 2002 platform. It uses an infrared link for data transfer to/from the controller. Users simply beam the Compaq iPaq Pocket PC...

Fiber optic panels: provide alternative backlighting. (Operator Interfaces Workstations).
January 1, 2002... These fiber optic panels can provide backlighting that requires fewer LEDs, uses less power, generates less heat, provides more uniform color, takes up less space and lasts longer than traditional LED arrays for a variety of LCD applications....

Trends in operator interfaces & workstations. (Industry Trends).
January 1, 2002... The operator interface market continues to be driven by ease of use and user expectations of practicality and low cost. As operator interfaces become even more common in control applications, users expect operator interfaces to be simple to...

Industrial automation software: for HMI/SCADA applications. (Industrial Automation Software/Systems Integration).
January 1, 2002... Astudio 5.0 for Human Machine Interface (HMI) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Systems (SCADA) applications features new enhancements that include a WebLink OPC Server, direct-dial modem support, e-mail file attachments and new...

Data & chart recording system: uses OPC client/server architecture. (Industrial Automation Software/Systems Integration).
January 1, 2002... The CALgrafix PC-based data and chart recording system integrates charting, logging, alarm and configuration features in a single package. It requires minimal setup before connecting to a network of company controls or other OPC compliant...

Calibration software: works with fluke documenting process calibrators (Industrial Automation Software/Systems Integration).
January 1, 2002... Under agreement, this company has merged Fluke's DPCLink software into ProCal calibration data management software and developed software drivers that support the use of Fluke DPCs, including HART[R]-enabled DPCs. Users of Fluke Models 743B and...

Universal conduit: for OPC server & client components. (Industrial Automation Software/Systems Integration).
January 1, 2002... LinkMaster[TM] has the capabilities of both a "server" and a "client" application, allowing it to access, collect, organize and link data from other OPC servers and offer that data to any OPC/DDE client. It provides the means of linking data...

Management software: for Ethernet network (Industrial Automation Software/Systems Integration).
January 1, 2002... The Factory Manager software FL SWT is used for network monitoring and configuration, such as assignment of IP addresses to devices including the company's managed switches and/or Inline Ethernet Fieldbus coupler. The software provides an easy...

Trends in industrial automation software. (Industry Trends).
January 1, 2002... Many software products are being enhanced with DDE capability. Our VEEP2 package creates dynamically simulated models of machine systems for PLC and Mechatronics students. The models contain virtual actuators and sensors that connect to the I/O...

RTD temperature sensors: bolt-on design. (Product News).
January 1, 2002... These bolt-on temperature sensors are rugged, easy to install and remove and designed for a wide range of applications. Their small sizes allow mounting in limited space and the rugged lead-wire connections prevent damage during handling,...

Ethernet I/O bus terminal: for inline installation system. (Product News).
January 1, 2002... The FL IL 24 BK Inline Ethernet bus terminal allows users to take advantage of the Inline installation system in applications utilizing Ethernet TCP/IP. Now a combination of up to 63 modules, including standard analog and digital I/O,...

Strain gage interface card: for stress analysis. (Product News).
January 1, 2002... The AP810 Interface Card allows eight Strain Gage half or full bridges to be connected in a regulated 6-wire circuit in which excitation points are equipped with sense lines so that cable effects are fully compensated. This device, together...

Devicenet communication card: for panel meters. (Product News).
January 1, 2002... This company has announced DeviceNet communications for their PAX Series of panel meters. Now users can access the display values, setpoints and reset values stored within the PAX meter and communicate them via a DeviceNet bus. The DeviceNet...

Linear displacement sensors: feature economical design. (Product News).
January 1, 2002... The EconoSense[TM] line of patented inductive position sensors feature all the benefits of current LVDT technology, but at a significantly lower cost. Like an LVDT, these sensors are also non-contacting, reducing the wear of moving parts while...

Wallmount enclosures: 10" deep. (Product News).
January 1, 2002... The 10" deep CONCEPT[R] wall-mount enclosures are available in 20 sizes and complete the full line of 8-, 10-, 12- and 16-inch standard product depths, eliminating the need to specify extra-wide or extra-tall enclosures when equipment requires...

Picoammeter makes up to 1000 readings/second for low DC current measurements in many industries. (Automation Excellence Awards).
January 1, 2002... Keithley Instruments, Inc. has introduced the Model 6485 Picoammeter, a cost-effective measurement solution available for DC currents in the range of 20fA to 20mA. The CE-marked Model 6485 can make up to 1000 readings/second and has eight...

eDNA software aggregates vast amounts of critical real-time and historical data for preventing power outages and equipment failures. (Automation Excellence Awards).
January 1, 2002... With winter upon us and the energy crisis still on our minds, industrial plants and utility companies are searching for better ways to maintain their facilities, improve efficiencies and prevent system failures. To stay ahead in today's...

Electronic switch: with dual switched outputs. (Product News).
January 1, 2002... Independently programmable dual switched outputs have been added to the ONE Series electronic switch. The outputs feature low-power MOSFET solid-state switches and the set point, deadband and operating mode for each MOSFET output can be...

Displacement sensor: for long-range measurements. (Product News).
January 1, 2002... The Model 503 of the LK-2500 Series CCD laser displacement sensors provides 50 micro resolution over a range of 9.8" to 29.5" (250 mm to 750 mm). Over shorter distances, measurement resolutions of 10 gm are possible. The sensor includes an FDA...

A new embedded gateway offers manufacturers and systems integrators a fast and affordable way to add remote management capabilities to new and legacy electronic devices. (Automation Excellence Awards).
January 1, 2002... emWare[R], a provider of device networking and remote management solutions, has announced the release of its DeviceGate[TM]-E embedded gateway product along with the DeviceGate-E Development Kit. This embedded gateway is a self-contained...