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16 October 2019
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British Cables Company (BCC) replaced the control system on two insulated cable-making lines resulting in a 29% increase in the number of reels produced during an eight-hour shift. The new system from ABB controls the wire tension and maintains the correct drawing diameter as the wire is pulled through an extruder, while running at an increased speed of 1800 metres a minute.
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16 October 2019
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Staff at the Royal Air Force Museum at Cosford, Shropshire have called upon Thorite to help resolve problems with an interactive display at the museum's Fun ‘n' Flight educational area.
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22 February 2019
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The PNOZmulti Configurator Version 10.9 from Pilz is now also available for offline simulation.
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19 January 2018
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Advanced manufacturing and logistics control specialist Red Ledge is launching an automated supply chain control system that fully integrates and automates warehouse management, manufacturing and asset management processes.
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16 August 2017
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The new PS product range of position switches from Schmersal Group offers varied application as all models can be used both as complete devices and as modular units.
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03 April 2017
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The base unit of the configurable control system PNOZmulti 2 from Pilz has grown: up to 12 safe expansion modules can now be connected on the right-hand side; a new output module with 14 semiconductor outputs for standard applications is also available. So larger projects can now be implemented simply and flexibly with PNOZmulti 2; several projects can also be managed in parallel.
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18 October 2016
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Panduit is releasing pre-configured and factory assembled micro data centres (MDC), which include all connectivity and cable management components necessary to enable rapid installation of switch, server, and storage devices.
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16 August 2016
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According to Red Ledge, the latest version of its ‘Red Ledge Manufacturer’ manufacturing production system is fully integrated and 100% automated, driven by advanced machine control with state-of-the-art digital I/O connectivity and including a time-saving shipping sortation module.
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12 August 2016
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Midlands-based systems integrator Astec Solutions is UK Premier Solutions Partner for GE Digital with many years of experience implementing automation software solutions. A visit to Astec’s stand at PPMA Total will be, says the company, a golden opportunity to update SCADA, MES and Batch systems.
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16 August 2016
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Providing rapid and reliable deployment of Industrial Ethernet networks between the enterprise and plant floor with maximum design flexibility, Panduit has launched its new Universal Network Zone System.
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07 April 2016
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When oil & gas company, Eni Norge, approached valve safety expert Smith Flow Control to help simplify its valve processes on the Goliat Field oilfield Smith Flow Control developed a custom-built operating panel that enhances safety and increases efficiency. It does this by moving the control and operation of Eni Norge’s large number of valves to a single, safe location.
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08 February 2016
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M.A.C. Solutions has added a new powerful software application to the ProcessVue Alarm Management software suite that incorporates a Master Alarm Database, a set of alarm rationalisation tools and comprehensive Management of Change functionality.
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03 December 2015
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Dyer of natural and synthetic fibres DP Dyers recently turned to distributor of pneumatic products and process systems, Thorite, to carry out modernisation of its dye batching system, which offered poor production flexibility, had unreliable back-up functions and no facility for data transfer.
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20 October 2015
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In line with Oldham's philosophy that no gas detection controller should be designed that does not take functional safety standards into consideration, the comapny's MX 43 controller has been awarded SIL 1 certification.
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20 October 2015
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The latest generation in compressed air management systems to be introduced by HPC Kaeser is the Sigma Air Manager 2 (SAM-2). Incorporating many features, including the capability to embrace the future technological benefits of Industry 4.0, the SAM-2 provides a valuable tool to assist complete system maintenance and reliability.
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25 September 2015
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The addition of global 4G LTE network support to Red Lion’s RAM industrial cellular RTUs enable customers to easily connect, monitor and control high-bandwidth applications in markets including oil and gas, water/wastewater, factory automation, utility and transportation.
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24 August 2015
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Constantly confronted with the need to balance cost, quality and efficiency while maintaining safety across a broad spectrum of complicated and challenging operations, organisations maintaining process operations turn to process control to take the guesswork out of maintaining these complex processes, as outlined in this article by Debbie Colclazier, Emerson Process Management
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31 July 2015
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Omron has enhanced the scalability of the Sysmac range with the introduction of the NJ1 Machine Automation Controller, which is fully compatible with the existing Sysmac range.
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21 July 2015
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HepcoMotion will be showcasing a selection of its industry leading linear motion technology, demonstrating the depth of its product ranges suited to designers of processing and packaging machinery.
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21 July 2015
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At PPMA Omron will give original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and integrators a real insight into new developments in integrated control, high-speed robotics, and how real-time data interchange between production-line operations and enterprise-wide IT systems can meet Industry 4.0 expectations.
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