Rockwell Automation wins gold
22 June, 2016Rockwell Automation's Asia Pacific Business Centre (APBC) has been presented Gold at the 2016 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards. The Award for Excellence in the category of Innovation in Manufacturing Industries recognises the success of the APBC in achieving optimal performance and profitability through deploying The Connected Enterprise.
Glass now has smart potential
09 June, 2016Researchers at the University of Adelaide have developed a method for embedding light-emitting nanoparticles into glass without losing any of their unique properties — a major step towards 'smart glass' applications such as 3D display screens or remote radiation sensors.
Rittal enhances product portfolio
27 May, 2016Rittal is building on its existing product portfolio through the creation of a new business unit — Rittal Automation Systems (RAS). The new enterprise will assume responsibility for and expand upon the product range provided by its sister company, Kiesling.
HARTING Technology takes out top prize
13 May, 2016HARTING Technology Group has won the coveted HERMES AWARD for the second time, beating four competitors for the top prize. Awarded at HANNOVER MESSE 2016, the company was recognised for its HARTING MICA (Modular Industry Computing Architecture) mini industrial computer. The family-owned company had previously picked up the prestigious award in 2006 for an RFID solution.
Rockwell Automation appoints NZ country manager
11 April, 2016Rockwell Automation has announced the appointment of Nigel Williams to the role of country manager for New Zealand.
Switch on to PowerTechED
06 April, 2016Rockwell Automation will be bringing PowerTechED to the Perth Convention Centre on 24–25 May 2016. The event is dedicated to motor control and energy technologies with a strong emphasis on intelligence, information and safety.
Benefits of industrial wireless in IP surveillance networks
27 February, 2015The benefits of industrial wireless networks in IP surveillance are growing significantly. Wireless technologies allow easy transmission of digital surveillance videos in outdoor and remote areas.
Furst Electrical secures Accensi contract
21 January, 2015Melbourne-based industrial electrical contractor Furst Electrical Services has secured a $1.6m contract to design and install the electrical control system for chemical giant Accensi's new manufacturing facility in Lara, Geelong.
Opportunities abound in telemetry and automation
13 January, 2015 by Graeme Lane*Changes and innovations in the world of local and wide area telemetry and automation are providing new opportunities for electrical and communications contractors.
Oleumtech OT Series battery-powered wireless sensors, I/O and gateways
08 January, 2015The Oleumtech OT Series battery-powered wireless sensors, I/O and gateways have achieved formal IECex certification for use in hazardous installations.
If the network is down, the production is down
07 January, 2015 by Christopher Anhalt, Product Management Industrial Network Diagnostics, Softing Industrial AutomationWith the growing use of Industrial Ethernet, in particular Profinet, in modern production facilities, operators are faced with a technology that opens up a host of new possibilities.
Allied Telesis IE200 series Industrial Ethernet switches
16 December, 2014Available in Fast Ethernet and gigabit versions, the IE200 series Industrial Ethernet switches are suitable for applications in challenging environmental conditions such as elevator engine rooms and external or harsh environments.
Automation Group Oleumtech RS485 I/O expansion system
08 December, 2014The Oleumtech RS485 I/O expansion system is compatible with any Modbus RS485 master device but unlike most other solutions requires no software configuration.
Electrifying the world's largest pulp mill
26 August, 2014A new pulp mill to be built in South Sumatra, Indonesia, is claimed will be the world's largest, and ABB has received an order for the delivery of its process electrification.
TER Mike pendant station range
25 August, 2014Mike pendant stations from TER are suitable for the centralised control of several machines including lifting elevators, hoists, conveyors and other industrial lifting and motion applications.
