Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Process Control Systems",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Manufacturingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Analyse electroless nickel plating baths at line from
Metrohm UK, which we summarised at the time by saying "An 'at line' analyser uses uses well established hardware and software to analyse nickel, hypophosphite and alkalinity in electroless nickel plating baths".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Temperature transmitter is accurate, reliable from
Endress + Hauser: "Temperature transmitter offers the maximum functional safety with EMC immunity to NAMUR NE 21, signal on alarm functions to NAMUR NE 43 and basic NAMUR NE 89 requirements".
In July 2007, we covered the news from Metrohm UK
concerning its ProcessLab at line analyser
- take a look at Titrator sends info to process control systems
which says: "An at line analyser automatically analyses plating baths for content, such as copper, nickel and zinc, as well as baths used for cleaning and degreasing".
Take a look also at the news release from Metso BEST, Streamlined operations from Metso Best,
as well as Supervisory control and tracking system from Industrial Technology Systems (ITS),
and Infrared line-scanners for high temperatures from Land Instruments International.
See also:
Degreasing/etching baths analysed automatically
(March 2007)
System automatically analyses degreasing and etching baths, often used in the surface preparation of metals for cleaning/degreasing before further treatment - such as coating - of components
Etching/degreasing bath solutions checked
(February 2007)
An at-line analyser for use in plating departments for etching and degreasing baths will also automatically analyse plating baths - copper, nickel and zinc - for content
Line analyser follows titrators
(January 2007)
The Process Lab is a new AT Line Analyser to follow on in the success of the Titrando range of Laboratory Titrators
Flush diaphragms sense viscous media pressure
(January 2007)
Measuring the pressure of high viscosity fluids that congeal at low temperatures is likely to lead to problems with pressure sensors that have recessed diaphragms
Vision code reader prices slashed
(November 2006)
The price of the small but powerful DataMouse Pro has been almost halved from GBP1495 to GBP795 in the United Kingdom (Euros 1195), from 1st November 2006
Digital amplifier connects via USB
(November 2006)
Synectic Design's digital amplifiers provide digitisation and amplification functions in one unit
Solenoids added to process control electronics
(October 2006)
Synectic Design has announced a new link with a specialist UK solenoid valve manufacturer
At line analysers include PC and I/O controller
(October 2006)
At line analyser instruments - providing a broad range of analysis techniques - include Industrial PC and I/O controller, for sending of information to process control systems
Improvement programme for IKEA supplier
(September 2006)
CERAM has proved itself an invaluable business partner for IKEA by providing support for the Swedish retail giant in an improvement programme for one of its major tableware supplier factories
Temperature transmitters safety compliant
(August 2006)
Yokogawa Electric's YTA series temperature transmitters have been certified by TUV NORD as being compliant with the requirements of the IEC61508 international safety standard
Profibus welcomes Emerson/Siemens co-operation
(August 2006)
Emerson Process Management and Siemens Automation and Drives have announced that both companies are trading technology know-how and providing each other with engineering support
News on the Process Control Systems from Yokogawa Europe - Industrial Automation
(July 2006)
Yokogawa Electric has been selected by Air Liquide Engineering as a strategic preferred system supplier of Process Control Systems for its air separation units and syngas (HYCO) systems
Food firm chooses accounting and ERP system
(July 2006)
Accounting and ERP software system for batch process manufacturers works so well for the food and beverage manufacturing industry as it offers all the ease-of-use, security, and scalability features
'Driving Connectivity' OPC conferences scheduled
(June 2006)
Themed 'Driving Connectivity', a MatrikonOPC User Group Conference will provide practical information for industrial connectivity issues for professionals from plant-floor to boardroom
Moisture sensor for mobile hydraulic equipment
(June 2006)
A moisture sensor from Parker Hannifin has been launched to help eliminate the problems caused by moisture forming in the hydraulic oils that are used in mobile hydraulic equipment
Decentralised, modular I/O and control platform
(May 2006)
Pilz is launching a decentralised, modular I/O and control platform, known as PSSuniversal, that is economical for standard control functions and/or safety-related functions
Yokogawa gains 'Powered by SAP NetWeaver' status
(May 2006)
Yokogawa has gained 'Powered by SAP NetWeaver' qualification after working closely with SAP to develop an open interface between the mySAP ERP and MES and Operational Excellence software
Chinese award automation maintenance contract
(March 2006)
Invensys wins first comprehensive long-term automation maintenance contract with Sinopeca SPC group in China, and includes broad support agreement across entire Foxboro automation product line
UK heavy engineering firm changes to legacy names
(February 2006)
Following the 2005 management buyout of Kvaerner UK, from the Norwegian Kvaerner ASA group, AK Heavy Engineering has changed its name to DavyMarkham, with immediate effect
Enterprise asset management done in Chinese
(January 2006)
Enterprise asset management software now supports Simplified Chinese language and enables asset-centric enterprises in China to take advantage of powerful software capabilities
Automation hardware configuration link established
(December 2005)
Hardware configuration link for automation technology and electrical engineering enables a bidirectional connection of ECAE systems with the configuration of the control and process control systems
Linear encoders designed for automation systems
(November 2005)
Linear encoders for automation applications are designed to provide a direct interface to the majority of manufacturers' PLCs, making them ideal for automation and process control systems
Leading questions asked on Profibus and Profinet
(November 2005)
Leading questions asked on Profibus and Profinet - the text of interview given by Dr Volker Oestreich, to the German publication, P and A magazine concerning Profibus is given here
Chinese aluminium plant selects automation system
(November 2005)
Luoyang Xiangjiang Wanji Aluminum has selected Invensys for process automation at new alumina plant in China to control all units throughout bauxite refining process
Pre-engineered control panel service extended
(November 2005)
Extended service for pneumatic/process/electronic control panels and pre-engineered and assembled systems will cut costs and reduce 'time-to-market'
Planned maintenance for rotating machinery
(October 2005)
Emerson Process Management is to demonstrate the integration of Machinery Health Management products and services into the Emerson Asset Optimisation offering at regional UK customer presentations
Materials maker adopts distributed IT system
(October 2005)
A high performance, distributed information management system provides a 'single window' view of operational data from one or more disparate sources
QISoft installs quality control software in Brazil
(October 2005)
Quality information specialist QISoft has installed QISv5 software in the production, technical and laboratory areas at the plant of a leading pressure-sensitive material manufacturer in Brazil
Software manages process assets utilisation
(October 2005)
Latest series of predictive software systems enable process manufacturers to effectively manage both asset availability and utilisation to improve business performance
Infrared pyrometers benefit from digital systems
(September 2005)
Using digital technology, infrared pyrometers range from the simplest OEM instrument, where cost performance ratios are important, to advanced systems
Manufacturing and controls security panel meets
(September 2005)
With the increasing rate of virus, worm and other attacks on control systems worldwide, a panel discussion will highlight reliability and security of manufacturing and control systems
Hydraulic valves have fast response
(August 2005)
Competitively priced hydraulic proportional control valves feature a patented Voice Coil Drive technology and offer exceptionally fast response times, with precise flow, speed and pressure control
Eddy current inspection for inline or offline
(June 2005)
The Vector 22, suitable for rack-mounting or bench-mounting in an optional external case, features a high sample frequency to allow inspection at very fast line speeds
Flowcell cuts costs and controls processes
(June 2005)
A new demountable flowcell from AstraNet Systems provides a low-cost method for in-line and on-line UV/VIS/NIR measurements in monitoring and process control systems