Control Systems

Parker Hannifin has launched the new Compax3F electro-hydraulic controller. Designed to help engineers increase productivity and machine performance, the new control features optimised force/pressure control, controller pre-setting for closed loop position control, an updated valve library with the latest Parker valves, and a multi-axis tool supported by a comprehensive data base of multi-axis applications.

Parker Hannifin, has launched an innovative new interactive online learning programme designed to help all OEMs and end users of hydraulic systems to improve system performance, productivity and profitability. In particular, the free e-learning facility provides a simple but effective method of helping engineers understand both the problems that can be caused by moisture or particle contamination and the latest solutions that are available for different applications.

Thameslink Trains, which provides the only north-south link through central London, has drastically improved its customer information service through the installation of Interalia’s XMU+ announcement and call processing system from SOH providing Thameslink wit. Installed as part of an upgrade of Thameslink’s customer information services, Interalia’s XMU+ has expanded services offered to travellers by increased flexibility to constantly update recordings.

Powered by the Intel 945GSE Chipset and Intel Atom N270 1.6GHz. CPU the Platinum Series combines power with energy saving technology. An optional Core 2 Duo is available to provide additional power if needed.

Burkert’s new 8792/8793 SideControl units are versatile, robust and easy- to- use positioners/process controllers designed for flexible mounting onto linear and rotary actuators, (according to IEC534-6/VDI/VDE 3845 Namur), and also Burkert process valves. The SideControllers offer excellent control accuracy and outstanding dynamic properties in positioning and decentralised process control tasks; they are suitable for a wide range of applications in sectors such as Hygienic Processing, Water treatment, Steam and Gas Handling, typically in the control of auxiliary processes -water, steam, air, heating and cooling.

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc today announced that Aguas y Saneamientos Argentinos (AySA), a water and waste water company serving the City of Buenos Aires and its suburban areas, has selected Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS (laboratory information management system) to improve quality control processes in its local and regional laboratories. SampleManager LIMS will help manage the quality control processes and data generated by the company’s central laboratory and its six operating plants, ensuring potable water quality and sanitation system safety. SampleManager LIMS will automate and accelerate processes from sample collection to results and report generation, saving AySA time and reducing costs through improved production efficiencies.

There are various types of controllers for vibratory feeders. Each has its own utility as well as its own advantages and disadvantages. Knowing the features as well as advantages and disadvantages of each of them can help one take the right decision about choosing the correct controller -

GF_LOOPER is the abbreviation of “Gefran Multiloop Controller.” This small unit controls the functions of 8 and 16 independent control channels, with display of basic parameters on shared pages and all details on individual pages for each zone.

Gefran expands its family of GF_VEDO operating panels by launching the new HL serie, offering a complete and technologically advanced range to satisfy every demand from the automation market in terms of performance and display size.

Parker Hannifin is providing power conversion systems and generators for a new innovation in wind turbine design from Green Energy Technologies. WindCube is a rooftop wind turbine for on-site power generation by commercial and industrial users in urban and suburban locations. Due in part to the turbine’s unique control system, it is considerably more productive than conventional models, able to produce the same amount of energy in a 22’ x 22’ x 12’ framework as a traditional turbine with blades measuring 50’ in diameter.