Cerus Industrial, Inc. has enhanced their P-Series line of variable frequency drives (VFDs) with an Energy Management Bypass option (EMB). The new option assures uninterruptible operation of customers’ HVAC systems, even if the drive is taken out of the loop for some reason, including reprogramming or maintenance operations.
Cerus’ EMB architecture reflects an all new approach to bypass design. With integrated real time ANSI grade power metering and BACnet communications the EMB accurately measures consumption in both VFD and Bypass mode to +/- 1%. The EMB also provides all the advanced motor protection in bypass mode that would typically only be available through the VFD (OV/UV, ground fault, phase loss, phase reversal, and belt loss protection).
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Yaskawa MV1000 is said to be the smallest 1000 hp drive available, with 30%-60% smaller volume compared to the last generation of Yaskawa product. It also has the longest mean time between failures (MTBF) at 200,000 hours, a number expected to increase, said those involved. Yaskawa Smart Harmonics Technology reduces input harmonics, meeting IEEE519-1992 and eliminating the need for other filters. Total harmonic distortion (THD) is less than 2.8%. Energy savings for customers derive from 97% or better power conversion efficiency at rated load and by motor speed control, particularly on variable torque loads such as fans, blowers, and pumps. 
Rockwell Automation has announced the addition of EtherNet/IP to its medium-voltage Allen-Bradley Centerline motor control centers (MCCs). With the features of an integrated EtherNet/IP network, manufacturers now have access to production information throughout the enterprise and can take advantage of simplified device programming with Premier Integration. 
Rockwell Automation has released two upgrades in Allen-Bradley IntelliCenter software – IntelliCenter Integration Assistant and IntelliCenter Energy – to accelerate the configuration time and enhance end users’ data-driven energy decisions. 
Mitsubishi Electric’s QD77MS simplifies programming of complex motion profiles, reduces engineering costs and minimizes learning curves. 
Fanuc FA America has introduced an option that allows the Series 30i/31i/32i-Model B CNCs to be monitored remotely using tablet-type devices. This latest advancement in remote monitoring greatly enhances the maintainability and production capabilities of the Fanuc CNC. 
Mitsubishi Electric has introduced the multi-axis M700V Series of computer numerical controllers. The M700VS is a stand-alone, compact, integrated controller with a built-in display screen for HMI functions, while the M700VW model operates on a Microsoft Windows platform for PC-based control. The M700V CNC comes in two models and both feature a high-speed servo network. 
The Vision1210 controller with integral HMI extends the size and capabilities of integrated units with a larger-than-ever 12.1 in., 65 K color-touchscreen. Unitronics says this controller is a perfect fit for the food industry since its IP66 rating protects it wherever spray and wipe down applications apply. A wide variety of on board I/O options can be added by simply snapping a module onto the back of the PLC. 
The BAS motor controls from Cerus Industrial incorporate the company’s Smartstart Control Module for seamless integration with digital controls. The starters accept dry voltage inputs (wide range 12 V ac-250 V ac) for activation by control systems without interposing relays. Other control options include auto run, fireman’s override, fault, proof of flow (detects loss of load), and SmartStart predictive calibration (fault alarm). Integrated LED pilot lights and Hand/Off/Auto keypad are standard, simplifying unit setup and verification. 
General Electric (GE) has released its Multilin Microgrid Control System (MCS) designed to help permanently islanded or grid-connected microgrid operators integrate renewable energy resources and fossil fuel-based resources to optimize microgrid operation and minimize energy costs. Installing GE’s MCS helps microgrid operators manage the storage and dispatching of energy resources so that the appropriate resources can be used when it’s most economical. MCS also can help microgrid operators improve their asset use by integrating existing power system assets into the microgrid infrastructure, improving their return on investment. 
Based on a groundbreaking technology, the Dynamic Risk Analyzer (DRA) software from Near-Miss Management makes hidden risks visible at their formation stage—to help improve process performance and avert operational issues even before they become noticeable.
Enhancing productivity while reducing energy consumption, two key CNC operators requirements fully served by the advanced IndraControl L85 CNC controller. The IndraControl L85 is equipped with 16 MB SRAM and its multi-core processor has two 1.2 GHz CPU. The IndraControl L 85 multi-core processor was designed especially for machines with many axes and complex machining production processes that utilize multiple production technologies in a single work piece clamping.
Motorola Solutions was among Rockwell Automation partners demonstrating plant-floor and automation productivity solutions at Automation Fair 2012 in Philadelphia, Pa. Motorola Solutions offerings included headset computers, RFID systems, and tablet computers, along with wireless mobile communications.
The Motorola Solutions FX9500 Fixed RFID Reader (lower right in the photo) interfaces directly to a CompactLogix PLC from Rockwell Automation. Also shown are various tags styles for a variety of applications. Using a software utility from Epsilia, the reader communicates via EtherNet/IP (an ODVA Ethernet protocol) and allows for direct input of RFID data without the need for an intermediate PC.
With Mitsubishi Electric Automation’s EnergyPAQ Energy Monitoring and Control Solution, users can now measure, track, visualize, and optimize energy consumption from every piece of equipment and machinery in their factories and plants.
AutomationDirect’s line of capacitive proximity sensors now includes 12 mm metal round bodied DC models with shielded and unshielded mounting options, PNP, normally-open outputs, potentiometer adjustment and M12 quick disconnect. Unshielded 18mm dc plastic bodied models with selectable normally-open/normally-closed outputs feature logic auto detection. Additional unshielded 30 mm models feature ac and dc versions with plastic housings and have programmable normally-open or normally-closed outputs. Rectangular plastic dc sensors, ideal for sight glass applications, feature selectable normally-open or normally-closed outputs and are fitted with a two-meter three-wire axial cable. 
GE (NYSE: GE) announced that its Zenith Controls ZT30 UL 1008 listed 30-cycle automatic transfer switch (ATS) are designed to help maximize system availability in critical facilities, such as hospitals or data centers, the ZT30 helps to isolate a fault condition to restrict outages to the equipment affected and maintain power to critical equipment in the rest of the facility. 
Banner Engineering's QM26 and QMH26 photoelectric sensors, designed specifically for food and beverage and pharmaceutical industries. The sensors were influenced by the 2011 Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), the European Hygienic Engineering and Design Group (EHEDG) and food safety initiatives among private 
Fanuc FA America's Series 30i/31i/32i-Model B CNCs offer new predictive and preventive maintenance tools for motors and fans. This allows maintenance staff to pre-plan servicing of a machine during scheduled downtime rather than when a machine has failed. 
Omron Automation and Safety's D4SL-N Safety Interlock Switches are available with 4-, 5- or 6-contacts to satisfy many application needs. The IP67-rated D4SL-N can be mounted in four different directions without needing to rotate the head. Two wiring methods minimize wiring time and make possible one-touch attachment and removal. Easy to view LED indicators allow users to quickly check switch status from any direction. D4SL-N safety switches deliver a minimum of 1 million operations and boast a minimum key holding force of 1300 N to maximize the range of potential applications that can benefit from a tough, compact safety switch. 
IDS Imaging Development Systems' GigE uEye RE camera series offers Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) functionality to allow both power and data to be transferred by one cable, resulting in greater flexibility when integrated in machine vision systems. 
Omega's ZMD series of miniature length sensors features a built-in spring-loaded torsion arm that provides a simple-to-adjust torsion load, allowing the unit to be mounted in almost any orientation, including upside-down. Using a 6 in. circumference wheel, the ZMD can be used on almost any surface, while operating at speeds up to 3000 ft per min. The housing is durable, conductive composite material that will eliminate static build up which makes this product ideal for light- to medium-duty sensing applications. 
Baxter is a robot able to perform a variety of simple, yet critical production tasks while safely and intelligently working next to people in manufacturing environments. Baxter can sense and adapt to its task and its environment through vision-guided detection and object detection. This gives Baxter an added awareness of its surroundings and the ability to adjust accordingly.