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    <pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
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      <title>Virtual server to cut industrial IT costs</title>
      <description>In its TRAC-IT MES factory floor efficiency systems and software, Marco is using virtual server technology to simplify and reduce the investment in IT infrastructure.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Marco MES</category>
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      <title>Multi-CAD viewing supports point cloud files</title>
      <description>CCE said that its EnSuite Version 2 multi-CAD viewing, translation and productivity software has been upgraded to support point cloud files produced by CMMs.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>CADCAM-E.COM (CCE)</category>
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      <title>Seiki ERP software gives process times</title>
      <description>ERP system allows cutting tools maker to search the many jobs that have been loaded on the system, and gives the user a good idea within a couple of minutes of process time required for a job.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Seiki Systems</category>
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      <title>Cognex ID readers support seamless traceability</title>
      <description>Cognex reported that Borg Warner Turbo Systems is using ID readers to identify the individual code on a component and achieve seamless traceability through the production process.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Cognex UK</category>
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      <title>Business intelligence aids decision-making</title>
      <description>Spotfire business intelligence software integrates continuous event processing with visual, interactive analytics to aid the making of better business decisions and speeding action.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Spotfire</category>
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      <title>Sales grow by 24% with ABAS ERP implementation</title>
      <description>Castor and wheel manufacturer, KAMA Pres, reported that it had realised a 24% sales growth within just one year of implementing an ABAS ERP software system.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>ABAS Software AG</category>
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      <title>I2 software makes supply chain much leaner</title>
      <description>The i2 Technologies company has introduced Lean Lifecycle Management software to ensure the operational success of lean manufacturing initiatives.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>i2 Technologies</category>
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      <title>Software monitors and manages devices</title>
      <description>Kepware has introduced latest versions of iSNMP and KEPServerEX for device communications through industry standard OPC and vendor native interfaces.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Kepware</category>
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      <title>I2 software manages supply chain performance</title>
      <description>The i2 supply chain performance management software offers a way of converting operational initiatives into tangible results at various levels of the business and across the supply chain.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>i2 Technologies</category>
      <link>http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/iyb/iyb140.html</link>
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      <title>Manufacturing visualisation and control released</title>
      <description>GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms has launched its Proficy HMI/SCADA CIMPLICITY 7.5 visualisation and control software that provides solid and reliable data foundation for manufacturing.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK</category>
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      <title>Latest cost management software previewed</title>
      <description>The aPriori company has previewed its aPriori v6.0 product cost management platform includes expanded capabilities including the support for additional 3D CAD systems and industry standards.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>aPriori</category>
      <link>http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/apz/apz129.html</link>
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      <title>Omniflex introduces 12/24V split battery charger</title>
      <description>Omniflex has launched the dual-voltage PTL charger series, which is a combined power supply and true 12/24V split battery charger</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Omniflex (UK)</category>
      <link>http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/omf/omf129.html</link>
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      <title>GE Fanuc software improves plant-floor control</title>
      <description>GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms has announced a new version of its Proficy Plant Applications, part of the company's Production Management Software suite</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK</category>
      <link>http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/geu/geu155.html</link>
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      <title>HardwarePT has Open HMI system solution</title>
      <description>HardwarePT, a division of SolutionsPT, has announced the introduction of a range of easily serviceable stations for use in hazardous areas</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>HardwarePT</category>
      <link>http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/hfm/hfm101.html</link>
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      <title>Ethernet switch is optimised for EtherNet/IP</title>
      <description>Rockwell Automation's latest industrial Ethernet switches are integrated with Cisco technology to effectively manage real-time control and information flow.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Rockwell Automation</category>
      <link>http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/roc/roc301.html</link>
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