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Saelig introduces High Accuracy, High Resolution Thermal Calibrator

The PIEcal Model 525B Automated RTD & Thermocouple Calibrator is an industrial temperature sensor calibrator that accommodates RTDs (resistance temperature detectors) and thermocouples with its built-in NIST-traceable cold junction sensor. The PIE 525B is also suitable for use in calibration labs since its high accuracy and resolution are achieved by using an extremely stable, low drift circuit design featuring a +/- 0.05degC reference thermistor. In addition to registering actual temperature, the PIE 525B shows the precise resistance value when displaying RTD temperature. It features patented automatic detection of 2, 3 or 4 wire RTD connections and also detects when individual wire connections are open circuit. Inputs are protected up to ±60VDC against possible misconnection.

The 525B fits in the palm of a hand and weighs less than a pound. Its rugged design allows for safe and easy use in the field with its protective rubber boot, low profile switches, easy-access AA battery compartment, and a brightly backlit display. The double-click menu system allows for quick setup, fast switching between functions, and simple pre-programming of set points or step/ramp times. Standard functions include sourcing and reading of 14 thermocouple types, 12 RTD curves, millivolts and resistance. Additional features include the ability to turn cold junction compensation on/off, the display of cold junction temperature, and a secondary display showing corresponding mV/Ohm temperature values.
For trouble-free temperature control in an industrial environment, it pays to have a well-designed calibrator on hand to quickly evaluate and check process control issues.

  • Increased number of T/C types from 10 to 14
  • Added RTD types for Platinum 10, 50, 200 & 500 Ohm for the 1.3850 (IEC 751/DIN) curve
  • More accurate & stable cold junction compensation -NIST Traceable Cold Junction Sensor in isothermal block
  • Secondary display - Shows millivolts and cold junction temperature while displaying thermocouple temperature and shows ohms while displaying RTD temperature
  • Troubleshoot RTD Sensors & Instruments - Automatic detection of 2, 3 or 4 wire connections indicates when individual wire connections are open. Verify proper instrument operation by measuring the excitation current.

 


Proline Promag 10D Electromagnetic flowmeter

Proline Promag 10D is an electromagnetic flowmeter for bidirectional measurement of conductive liquids. It is used for flow measurements in water or service water applications. Due to its easy installation and operation, its robust design and low price it can be used in applications where only limited principles could be used before. Drinking water approvals according to KTW/W270, WRAS BS 6920, ACS and NSF 61 are available.

Following Faraday's law of magnetic induction, a voltage is induced in a conductor moving through a magnetic field. In the electromagnetic measuring principle, the flowing fluid is the moving conductor. By measuring the induced voltage, the flow velocity of the medium can be measured. The flow volume is calculated by means of the pipe cross-section area.

  • High degree of accuracy and measuring stability
  • No pressure loss, thus energy-saving
  • Not sensitive to vibrations

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DistribuTECH Conference & Exhibition - Focused on The Future

DistribuTECH will take place February 9-11, 2016 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida alongside sister events the Electric Light & Power Executive Conference and Utility Products Exposition.

Mark your calendars and make plans to attend the utility industry's leading annual T&D conference and exhibition covering automation and control systems, energy efficiency, demand response, renewable energy integration, advanced metering, T&D system operation and reliability, power delivery equipment, communication technology, water utility technology and much more.

2015 EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

11,773 attendees from 67 countries
400 utilities
480+ exhibitors
81 conference sessions
350+ speakers
22 Utility University® courses

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Schneider Electric becomes shareholder and formal partner of KIC InnoEnergy

KIC InnoEnergy, the innovation engine for Europe’s energy industry, is delighted to welcome Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management and automation, as a shareholder and formal partner.

Schneider Electric has been an associate partner of KIC InnoEnergy since it was launched in 2010. This change of partnership status marks the first time since 2011 that an industrial player has “upgraded” its involvement and will see Schneider Electric taking an increased commitment in the activities and the governance of the company. This new partnership status will also serve to reinforce Schneider Electric’s relationship with KIC InnoEnergy’s network of partnerships across Europe.

Sylvain Paineau, Schneider Electric’s Innovation & Partnerships Europe Director, said: “This is an important step for Schneider Electric and our ongoing relationship with KIC InnoEnergy. During our 5 years of being an associate partner, we have become more and more involved in the KIC InnoEnergy’s key areas of activity - education, business creation and innovation. This period has really crystallised our interest in becoming a full partner and deepening our participation in the organisation.

“KIC InnoEnergy is at the centre of a rich ecosystem of businesses and educational institutions. This makes for fertile ground for global companies like ours seeking what we like to call open innovation - truly free thinking and creative ideas, in our market sector.

“This new status aligns perfectly with Schneider Electric’s strategy to build energy management and automation technologies that ensure Life Is On everywhere, for everyone and at every moment. By increasing our involvement in KIC InnoEnergy, we invest in innovation to accelerate growth.”

Richard Biagioni, CEO of KIC InnoEnergy, France said: “We’re delighted that Schneider Electric has raised its involvement and interest in KIC InnoEnergy. Our goal has always been to be a strategic partner for industry in terms of innovation. Our partnership with Schneider Electric will see an ever closer working relationship and deeper alignment of each other’s strategies.

“The news also underlines our commitment to evolve as an organisation and allow our stakeholders to evolve with us. We are keen to see our partners increase their involvement and participation – it helps us develop as an enterprise and this openness to participation is part of the reason KIC InnoEnergy’s share value has increased 17 fold over five years.”

About KIC InnoEnergy (www.kic-innoenergy.com)
KIC InnoEnergy is the innovation engine for sustainable energy across Europe. The challenge is big but our goal is simple: to achieve a sustainable energy future for Europe. Innovation is the answer. New ideas, products and solutions that make a real difference, new businesses and new people to deliver them to market. At KIC InnoEnergy we support and invest in innovation at every stage of the journey – from classroom to customers. With our network of partners we build connections across Europe, bringing together inventors and industry, entrepreneurs and markets, graduates and employers, researchers and businesses.

 

New I/O Breakout Boards from Opto 22 Increase Current Switching Up to 12x

New SNAP-UDC-HDB-G4 and SNAP-UDC-HDB breakout boards from industrial automation manufacturer Opto 22 boost the capabilities of 32-point SNAP digital I/O modules, simplify field wiring, and save panel space. With the SNAP-UDC-HDB-G4 breakout board, OEMs, machine builders, and automation professionals can connect 32-point SNAP digital I/O modules to higher loads and gain the reliability of fused outputs and isolated inputs, while the space-saving SNAP-UDC-HDB breakout board provides convenient spring-clamp connectors for up to 32 field devices, all in a small footprint. Both new breakout boards are part of Opto 22’s SNAP PAC System, which includes programmable automation controllers (PACs), Ethernet-based I/O systems, and PAC Project automation software.

The SNAP-UDC-HDB-G4 breakout board holds up to 32 popular and guaranteed-for-life Opto 22 single-point G4 digital I/O modules (sold separately). These modules can provide up to 3 amps current switching or sensing per point, fused outputs, isolated inputs, and per-point LED indicators, depending on the G4 modules selected. For example, using G4 digital output modules on the breakout board lets a SNAP-ODC-32-SNK 32-point module switch up to 12 times its regular current load of 0.25 amps. Spring-clamp connectors secure field wiring and reduce installation time.

“The SNAP-UDC-HDB-G4 breakout board lets us keep the original field wiring when we retrofit older thermoforming machines with modern SNAP PAC control systems,” says Chuck Phillips, Director of Electrical Engineering at Thermoforming Systems in Union Gap, Washington. “This reduces the labor and materials required,” he continues, “so we can submit lower and more competitive quotes for retrofit jobs.” Having G4 I/O modules on the breakout board is another benefit, says Phillips, pointing out that the single-point modules are convenient and easily changed if needed.

The SNAP-UDC-HDB breakout board consolidates wiring for a 32-point SNAP digital I/O module into a compact 4.0 in. x 3.3 in. (101 mm x 83 mm) board, which simplifies installation, reduces labor costs, and saves valuable space inside enclosures and machines. The SNAP-UDC-HDB board includes convenient per-point LED indicators that show point status and are invaluable for troubleshooting and maintenance. Easy-to-use spring-clamp connectors hold field wiring securely in place.

Supported I/O Modules and Required Cables

SNAP-UDC-HDB-G4 breakout boards connect to SNAP-IDC-32DN and SNAP-IDC-32N digital input modules, and SNAP-ODC-32-SNK and SNAP-ODC-32-SNK-FM digital output modules. SNAP-UDC-HDB breakout boards work with all SNAP 32-point digital input and output modules. Both breakout boards connect to these 32-point SNAP digital I/O modules using the SNAP-HD-BF6 cable, available separately from Opto 22.

 

Bunker fuel metering systems

Endress+Houser bunker fuel metering system is based upon the tried-and-tested Coriolis mass measurement, which has been used successfully in custody transfer applications in the oil and gas industry for decades. It eliminates problems with traditional measurements and ensures maximum transparency during the bunker procedure. This system, developed and patented by application specialists, ensures that air pockets are included correctly in the measurement when emptying tanks.
Benefits:

  • Confidence and profitability at the same time guaranteed thanks to accurate and indisputable billing of the supplied bunker fuel quantity
  • Increased transparency by monitoring simultaneously multiple process parameters during the entire fueling process and detecting air pockets, as well as potential "cappuccino effects" that occure when stripping tanks
  • Higher and sustainable efficiency with shorter idle times thanks to accurate direct mass measurement without converting volume
  • Unlimited security with a measuring system certified in accordance with MID (MI-005) and recognized for commercial use by the Maritime Port Authority (MPA) of Singapore
  • Time-saving because of simple operation and optimal control with an easy-to-understand control panel for tracking important parameters directly, or print them out at any time for consulting as evidence in case of ambiguities

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Iconics Connect 365 Keynote Webcast

ICONICS will provide an in-depth industry overview of the latest megatrends during this webcast. The theme, Connect 365, exemplifies ICONICS’ ability to connect to the ever-expanding Internet of Things - anytime, anywhere and from any device – to visualize, analyze and mobilize your enterprise. Don’t miss this opportunity for a glimpse into the future of automation software!

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RCM - Direct Reading Flowmeter

The KOBOLD RCM Series differential pressure direct-reading flowmeter is suitable for monitoring compatible liquids and gases having a low to medium viscosity and low solids content. The RCM flowmeter features rugged, compact construction with no moving parts to wear out. In liquid applications of 6 GPM and higher, pulsation snubbers are incorporated into the connecting pressure passages to produce smooth flowmeter operation independent of pipeline turbulence. The RCM flowmeter was developed for industrial flow metering applications in which durability and reliability are important considerations. The prime goals achieved within the RCM flowmeter design are: accuracy, small size, low cost, minimal maintenance and increased resistance to accidental damage. Typical applications include: lube oil and cooling water flow monitoring, blending processes, reverse osmosis systems, and compressed air measurement. The RCM direct-reading flowmeter is optionally available with a 4–20 mA analog current output for interfacing with remote displays and controllers. Limit switches are also available to provide high and low limit signals. In addition, a 0–1000 Hz frequency output is available to drive frequency-based controllers and counters.

Accuracy± 3% Full Scale Measuring Ranges0.5...4 GPH to 400...3000 GPM (Liquids) / 5...40 SCFH to 3000...20000 SCFM (Gases) Fittings¼"...3" NPT, ½"...8" Wafer Body MaterialBronze, Monel or SS Media Temperature-30...212 °F (Standard)

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Moxa introduces Solution Architecture to Tap Into the Potential of the Industrial IoT

Moxa has introduced its latest Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solution architecture to help customers tap into the potential of the Industrial IoT. The Industrial IoT is increasingly implemented to achieve energy saving, operational efficiency, and improved productivity for industrial applications in many combined modern and legacy systems.

An Ethernet Converged Architecture:
According to a recent Nexus survey, 77% of respondents see interoperability as their biggest challenge in the Industrial IoT. Moxa provides a one-stop solution portfolio that includes industry-wide connectivity capabilities to enable communication and collaboration between various devices, technologies, and people through the following industrial Ethernet-converged architecture.

Network Infrastructure:
Moxa's network infrastructure solutions provide comprehensive industrial Ethernet building blocks to develop robust wired and wireless backbones for mission-critical applications with regard to device reliability, connection availability, cybersecurity, and easy management.

Industrial Computing:
Moxa provides RISC- and x86-based industrial computers to work in the most challenging conditions. The world's first wide-temperature-range 4G LTE computer is a perfect example of a device that delivers successful application performance in harsh environments.

Edge Connectivity:
Moxa's edge connectivity products bridge various industrial devices with industrial Ethernet backbones. Customers can enjoy seamless integration and communication between modern and legacy systems.