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IMPROVE MACHINE PERFORMANCE Collect data for network sharing
The CP2E all-in-one controller from Omron Automation Americas makes it easy to visualize the performance and data of connected compact machines through simple programming.
The controller collects performance data and shares the necessary information with enterprise networks, while predefined program data and function blocks allow virtually anyone to set up machines to perform complex control. This reduces the time required for programming, testing, debugging and maintenance.
There are two ethernet ports with switching (host and HMI connectivity) and up to three serial ports for open connectivity to serial devices.
Omron Canada Inc., based in Toronto, provides industrial automation and safety solutions.
http://automation.omron.com
Easy set-ups for complex control.
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Maximizes panel space.
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AVOID POWER ISSUES
…with point-of-use protection
Machine downtime is the single largest source of lost production, typically accounting for almost 5% of factory losses, so it’s best to avoid issues related to power quality.
The STV25K surge protector from Emerson provides point-of-use coverage against damaging transients at the dedicated equipment level.
Install it in electronic control cabinets on the factory floor or at a remote location to provide all-mode protection on all electrical paths.
A compact and narrow design maximizes panel space, and the device installs quickly thanks to easy-access terminal screws.
It provides 25,000 A of surge protection and its thermal fusing prevents MOV overheating caused by excessive current levels.
Emerson Canada Ltd., based Richmond Hill, Ont., is part of the US-based global technology and engineering company.
www.emerson.com
EVENTS
ProMat Manufacturing and Supply Chain Show 2021 MHI April 12-14, 2021, Chicago
Features material handling, supply chain, and logistics equipment and technologies. Includes 140 sessions from industry experts.
ISA Calgary Show ISA April 13-14, 2021, Calgary
The latest industry trends will be covered with technologies on display and opportunities for networking. Visit https://isacalgary.com.
Western Manufacturing and Technology Show SME
Visit www.promatshow.com.
June 1-3, 2021, Edmonton
Presented by the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME). Western Canada’s manufacturing marketplace. Look for the latest manufacturing tech, take in the keynotes and network. Visit https://wmts.ca.
PTDA 2021 Canadian Conference PTDA June 9-10, 2021, Montreal
Brings key decision makers from the Canadian power transmission/motion control industry together for business networking and education. Visit www.ptda.org. Intel’s 11th Gen Core Processor.
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INTEL ENHANCES IOT
Intel (Santa Clara, Calif.) has enhanced Internet of Things (IoT) capabilities for edge users.
The chipmaker’s 11th Gen Core Processor used in mission-critical control systems (PLC, robotics), industrial PCs and HMIs powers high-speed processing, computer vision and low-latency deterministic computing.
It delivers up to a 23% gain in single-thread performance, a 19% gain in multithread performance and up to a 2.95x performance gain in graphics gen on gen.
Intel’s Pentium and Celeron N or J processors and the Atom x6000E have enhanced real-time performance and efficiency, proving up to 2x better 3D graphics; a dedicated real-time offload engine; Intel programmable services engine; enhanced I/O and storage options; and integrated 2.5GbE time-sensitive networking.
Intel predicts 70% of all enterprises will process data on the edge by 2023.
www.intel.com
ADVANCED ANALYTICS
Seeq Corp. has expanded support for users of its software with advanced analytics capabilities.
The Seattle tech company is adding connectivity to Amazon Timestream, a fully managed time series database service in the cloud for IoT and operational applications.
Seeq users can find and publish insights on data stored in Amazon Web Services from IoT sensors, industrial assets and process variable data.
Applications for analyzing and sharing insights include Workbench for advanced analytics, Organizer for publishing reports and dashboards, and Data Lab for accessing Python libraries.
