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New Programmable Automation Controllers (2nd May 2012)
Expanding on the scalability of the Allen-Bradley Logix family of controllers – the control platform of the Rockwell Automation Integrated Architecture – the new Allen-Bradley L1, L2 and L3 CompactLogix programmable automation controllers (PACs) are designed to provide a powerful, scalable Logix-based solution for small-and mid-size applications.
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Scalable control (1st March 2012)
According to Ro ckwell Automation , its latest RSLogix 5000 software delivers the high performance of an integrated control system for manufacturers and machine builders requiring a smaller control system.
From Plant process control
Compact controller (1st March 2012)
Machine builders are able to offer customers a compact distributed motor controller that easily installs without an enclosure, and can be quickly connected to an enterprise network, using the new family of Allen-Bradley
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Prepare for change (1st November 2011)
On January 1st 2012 the European Machinery Directive no longer references EN 954-1 as a safety standard. Anyone using EN 954-1 to show conformity may have to rectify their Declaration of Conformity.
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Process automation system for zinc smelter (1st November 2011)
Nyrstar Hobart, a global multi-metals company, has awarded a $2.5m+ order to Rockwell Automation and its Global Solutions team to replace a distributed control system (DCS) at its zinc smelting operation in Hobart, Ta
Motion over ethernet (1st May 2011)
Enhancements to its range of programmable automation controllers (PACs) mean Rockwell Automation can now offer Integrated Motion over EtherNet/IP.
Smaller family (1st May 2011)
Rockwell Automation has added a new generation of safety relays. These have the flexibility to fulfil most of the requirements needed for safetyrelated applications despite being a range of just six products. The rest of
Updated book for directive change (1st May 2011)
From 1st January 2012, the European Machinery Directive will no longer reference EN 954-1 as a safety standard.
WAGES analysis (1st May 2011)
Claimed to be the first of its kind, Rockwell Automation has developed a free online tool that gives manufacturers complete analysis of their water, air, gas, electric and steam (WAGES) management performance, as well a
From Energy management
Push for improved functionality (1st March 2011)
A new 16mm line of push buttons is available from Rockwell Automation.
Automation system added (1st January 2011)
Rockwell Automation has introduced the latest generation of its PlantPAx Process Automation System, an integrated control and information solution that helps manufacturers achieve plantwide optimisation in a wide range
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Encompassing more suppliers (1st January 2011)
Four more product suppliers have joined the Rockwell Automation Encompass third-party product referencing program, which helps manufacturers quickly locate the products that best solve their application challenges.
Help prevent downtime (1st November 2010)
A new white paper from Rockwell Automation explains how advanced intelligent motor control centers (MCCs) provide process application users with critical information that ultimately helps minimise – and prevent – downti
Functional safety (1st September 2010)
As well as demonstrating new and existing examples of its scalable, networked safety hardware, Rockwell Automation will be detailing how it has expanded its safety services; helping its customers carry out audits, risk
Holistic approach (1st September 2010)
Focused on meeting the evolving demands of manufacturing, Rockwell Automation delivers a specialised system that integrates process control and process safety, while meeting industry requirements for separation.
TÜV certification (1st September 2010)
Rockwell Automation has earned TÜV certification for the B10d Functional Safety rating on all styles of Allen-Bradley emergency-stop push buttons. This allows users to take the certified safety product data and include
Safety and motion in single controller (1st July 2010)
The latest Programmable Automation Controller (PAC) from Rockwell Automation has been introduced to bring the benefits of scalable integrated safety and motion options to a wider range of machines
Latest limit switches (1st May 2010)
Rockwell Automation has added to its Allen-Bradley 440P limit switch family. The 22mm compact metal 440P limit switches offer economical international-style solutions for both safety and standard sensing applications an
Business intelligence software (1st March 2010)
New from Rockwell Automation, FactoryTalk VantagePoint EMI business intelligence software for manufacturing provides Web-based dashboards and reports on key performance indicators from multiple manufacturing and busines
Actionable manufacturing insight (24th February 2010)
Rockwell Automation introduces FactoryTalk VantagePoint EMI business intelligence software for manufacturing...
For versatile motor control (1st January 2010)
The new Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 753 AC drive from Rockwell Automation provides versatile motor control for general-purpose applications.
Control plus safety (1st November 2009)
For manufacturers looking to efficiently integrate process control and process safety applications, the Rockwell Automation PlantPAx Process Automation System has new capabilities, including integration of ICS Triplex T
Instructions meet safety standards (1st November 2009)
Rockwell Automation has received BG certification for a suite of 10 metal-forming instructions added to its Allen-Bradley GuardLogix safet controller. Certified as compliant with European safety standards, by German-bas
Workstations & servers aid efficient system building (1st November 2009)
Rockwell Automation has introduced a series of servers and workstations that are claimed to help engineers more efficiently build a process automation system.With preinstalled software and a preconfigured operating sys
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Motor matters (1st September 2009)
With motor failures representing the single biggest cause of
Provides help with EN ISO 13849-1 (1st September 2009)
The Sistema tool, developed by Germany's BGIA organisation, helps to simplify calculation of the attained Performance Level (PL) of the safety related parts of a machine's control system in the context of EN ISO 13849-1
Magnetically coded switches (1st July 2009)
Available from Rockwell Automation, the new Allen-Bradley Guardmaster MC1 and MC2 non-contact interlock switches have magnetically sensitive elements, which must be triggered in a particular sequence to operate correctl
Software tool helps manage factory automation (1st May 2009)
Rockwell Automation has introduced FactoryTalk AssetCentre Machine Edition, a software tool designed to help smaller manufacturers and machine builders with a limited number of automation assets maximise their automati
Simple control solution (1st March 2009)
Rockwell Automation has extended its control offering for machine builders with the launch of Connected Components, helping to meet today's requirements for sophisticated control on stand-alone machines in an affordable
Family of controllers (1st January 2009)
Rockwell Automation is now shipping the newest member of the Allen-Bradley MicroLogix family of programmable controllers.
New drive to boost throughput and efficiency (1st November 2008)
The first drive to be released from the Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 750 series provides users with control of motor speed, torque and position to help increase system throughput and efficiency.
Repository of technical information available 24/7 (1st November 2008)
Engineers are retiring in droves, taking with them their knowledge about automation and maintenance leaving manufacturers struggling to address the sudden loss of expertise caused by the aging 'Baby Boomer' workforce.
Plant-wide process solutions (1st May 2008)
Rockwell Automation delivers process solutions through its Integrated Architecture, FactoryTalk Suite and plant-wide Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) interface. Its process capability has been further enhanced by t
Collects data (1st January 2006)
The Entek Enpac 2500 portable condition monitoring data collector and analyser from Rockwell Automation provides users with a cost-effective condition monitoring tool for the analysis of rotating equipment.
From Premises management maintenance
Cable pull switch (1st January 2006)
Allen-Bradley Guardmaster has launched a stainless steel version of its Lifeline 4 cable pull switch for industries where hygiene and/or corrosion resistance are essential.
Improving productivity (1st November 2005)
Manufacturers interested in improving consistency, productivity and quality in batch applications - while also reducing development time and lowering total cost of ownership - will welcome the new PhaseManager feature included in the latest version o
Single source repair service helps cut downtime (1st January 2005)
Acost-effective third party repair service from Rockwell Automation provides a single source solution for all electrical and mechanical repairs.
New series bridges gap to control networks (1st September 2004)
Rockwell Automation introduces the Entek XM series of intelligent measurement modules, designed to increase uptime and reduce maintenance costs through machinery monitoring and protection.
Compact controllers (1st November 2003)
Rockwell Automation has introduced the new Allen-Bradley CompactLogix range of compact controllers that combine high performance machine and process control with the benefits of network communications. Offering the power of the companys Logix control
Cool softstart (1st November 2003)
Rockwell Automation has introduced a new design of softstart that provides integrated features and new technologies in a configuration that is said to be half the size of its predecessors. SMC-Flex has an integrated by-pass that automatically closes
