August 2007

NEC Corporation of America
NEC Corporation of America is a leading technology provider of IT, network and visual display solutions. Empowered by innovation, its solutions, products and services are backed by the leadership and expertise of one of the most successful global companies, conducting business for more than 100 years. NEC Corporation of America delivers technology and professional services to carrier and both SMB and large enterprise clients across multiple vertical industries. Make sure to check out the upcoming Oct/Nov Back Cover of e-Drive for a look at NEC’s latest industry offering!

For more information visit www.necam.com

2008 Motor, Drive & Automation Systems Conference Offers Largest Selection of Pre-Conference Workshops!

The 2008 Motor, Drive & Automation Systems Conference, which will take place February 14-15, at The Omni Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia, is proud to announce its largest selection of educational, pre-conference workshops ever offered.

Attendees will have the opportunity to choose from up to 10 different workshops, covering a broad range of motion control / automation-related topics … and being taught by accomplished experts in the field.

Workshop Offerings Include:

• The Design of IPM and Other "Hybrid" Motors & Drives
   PART I - "Hybrid" Motor & Drives: Overview, Performance & Analysis

• The Design of IPM and Other "Hybrid" Motors & Drives
   PART II - "Hybrid" Motor & Drives: Tools for Design & Analysis

• Optimization of Servo Control Systems using Frequency Domain Analysis: A Mechatronic Approach

• Motor Control: From Basic to Advance Techniques

•Sensorless Field-Oriented Control (FOC) for Brushless DC (BLDC) Motors and
   Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (PMSMs)

• A Comprehensive Review of the Basic Design Elements of the Brushless PM Motor and Drive and Its Use in    World Markets (AN SMMA COURSE)

• Motor Control, AC Drives and Servo Systems - (AN SMMA COURSE)

• Introduction to Motion Control (AiME Certified Course)

• Motion Control Devices and Components (AiME Certified Course)

• Creative Technical Sales Proposal Writing (AiME Certified Course)

Make plans now to attend, as workshop space is limited!
Get details online now - http://www.e-driveonline.com/motors_conf08_workshops.htm

Micronor's Fiber Optic Rotary Encoder System Awarded US Patent

Micronor Inc. has secured US patent 7,196,320 for its ZapFREE Fiber Optic Rotary Encoder System. The patent recognizes Micronor’s innovative wavelength division multiplexing approach which produces a totally passive encoder utilizing no electronics within the sensor - and therefore deployable in stressful environments not suited for conventional electronic-based encoders. The Micronor encoders meet ATEX requirements as “simple apparatus” and are certified for use in hazardous environments. An MRI-transparent encoder has been recently developed for the medical industry.

The technology was commercially introduced in 2004 as the MR3XX series ZapFREE Fiber Optic Encoder series. Customer applications now range from aerial cable cars to electric trains; from mines to steel mills to oil rigs. The sensors are offered in 100 to 1,024ppr resolutions as well as industry-standard shaft or hollow shaft configurations. The MR3XX sensors mechanically mount like any conventional rotary encoder – then connected by a simplex fiber optic link to a MR310 Remote Encoder Interface (REI) module. The versatile REI module offers an array of standard interfaces (quadrature, serial 4-20mA and , ±10V, etc.) that ensures connectivity with all major motor drive, motion control and PLC systems.

Don’t Miss Micronor’s Presentation at the 2008 Motor, Drive & Automation Systems Conference!
For more information visit www.micronor.com

These NC controls have their roots in the workshop, where they banished machinist’s reluctance toward the new technology. Today, their user-friendly dialog guidance ensures Heidenhain a high market share in applications that require shop-floor programming. Plain-language, conversational programming has won its place in the metalworking industry with the company’s controls guiding the user with questions and prompts and automatically generating the program. Since 2004, the “smart.NC" operating mode has offered even more convenience with straightforward fillable forms, interactive graphics and quickly understood user aids.

Heidenhain controls are widely used on machines capable of manufacturing parts of high quality. At the high end, on machining centers and complex milling machine for 5-axis machining,  the iTNC 530 stands for short machining times, high contour accuracy, short block processing times and optimal path control.  In the mid-range, the TNC 320 provides precision and efficiency in manufacturing on machines with up to four controlled axes. The TNC 124, a well-proven straight-cut control for simple machine tools, meets customers’ needs for less demanding control tasks. Controls for lathes such as the MANUALplus 4110 complete the product range.

For more information visit www.heidenhain.com 

Binder USA Signs Rep Agreement with UNI-4 Automation

Binder USA recently joined with UNI-4 Automation in a manufacturing representative agreement. The agreement took effect August 2, 2007 and empowers UNI-4 Automation to promote and sell Binder USA’s products and services within their territory, which includes Southern Virginia, Eastern Tennessee, North Carolina and South Carolina.

Uni-4 Automation’s agreement with Binder USA provides a synergy with other represented firms focused on industrial automation, interconnection, switching and sensing technologies.

GE Fanuc Announces VersaMotion AC Servo Motors and Amplifiers for Motion Control Applications

GE Fanuc Automation, a unit of GE Industrial, recently made available its new VersaMotion AC Servo Motors and Amplifiers, a family of cost effective motion controllers that can be combined with the company’s VersaMax Micro for low-end position control applications. The VersaMotion can also be used as a standalone single axis position controller for simple indexing or electronic gear follower applications.

“Customers can use VersaMotion for motion control with the VersaMax for low-end position control, or by itself for standalone control in simple positioning applications,” said Paul Derstine, Motion Products manager for GE Fanuc. “Either way, VersaMotion provides them with a lot of freedom in developing system architectures.”

The VersaMotion features power ratings from 100W to 3kW and a continuous torque range from 0.3Nm to 19.1Nm (2.7 to 169 in-lb). In addition, it provides motor speed ratings up to 5000 RPM for most models. The range of torque and motor power ensures that users can get exactly what they need for their application, optimizing performance, size and cost.

Don’t Miss GE Fanuc’s Presentation at the 2008 Motor, Drive & Automation Systems Conference
For more information visit www.gefanuc.com

RoweBots Research Inc., a Waterloo supplier of  software tools and embedded system consulting, has launched the  DSPnano Version 2 for the 16 bit dsPIC Digital Signal Controller (DSC) and PIC 24 microcontroller (MCU) families from Microchip Technology, a supplier of microcontroller and analog semiconductors. 

DSPnano is an open source RTOS and Eclipse based tool set which increases small embedded signal processing system development productivity and reliability. OEM users can develop faster and better applications in less time to meet stretch market goals using these off the shelf products.

DSPnano is well suited for small signal processing development by engineers who need stringent control over their environment and revel in simplicity. It supports the entire dsPIC DSC family and is intended for use in OEM environments where time to market and multiple products using the same software platform is a requirement.  Users benefit from tried and proven components, an integrated IDE, open source technologies, architectural flexibility, exceptional quality and integral signal processing features and libraries.

Sign up Today for Microchip’s Pre-Conference Workshop    
For more information visit www.microchip.com

New Incremental Wheel Encoder Provides Reliable Position and Speed Feedback in Conveyor Belt Applications
Mounts directly to conveyor belt without any mechanical accessories

SICK STEGMANN, INC. recently introduced the DKV 60 Incremental Measuring Wheel Encoder. The DKV 60 is designed to provide highly reliable speed and position feedback in conveyor belt applications. Its versatility and rugged performance also make it an attractive feedback option in woodworking machinery, storage and conveying, sorting systems, textile machinery, and printing and paper applications, among others.

The DKV 60 features IP65 protection with an extremely robust and space-saving design that is resistant to high levels of shock and vibration. A number of options are available to suit specific application needs, including an extended length 1.5 m cable outlet, a “knurled” or “O” ring surface measuring drum, and TTL/RS422 or HTL/push-pull interface options.

The heart of the DKV 60 is the innovative Mini-Disc (MiDi) technology. This very small code disc includes a track radius of just 2 mm, permitting integral (full) scanning of the entire code disc and thus eliminating eccentricity errors of the code disk, ball bearings and shaft common to conventional systems.

Don’t Miss SICK’s Presentation at the 2008 Motor, Drive & Automation Systems Conference!
For more information visit www.stegmann.com

Compact, Rugged Photoelectric Sensors Engineered For Long-Range Sensing in Extreme Low Temperature Environments

The New CP79xx Control Panels from Beckhoff Automation Improve Installation Flexibility

Beckhoff Automation recently introduced the new CP79xx line of Control Panels for mounting arm installation.  One highlight of the CP79xx panels is the integrated DVI/USB extension technology, enabling installation at distances up to 164-feet (50-meters) from the machine controller or PC. This provides greater flexibility to install human-machine interface (HMI) hardware in the most convenient locations for machine operators, helping optimize plant floor operations. Following the previously released CP72xx Panel PCs, also for mounting arm installation, the CP79xx Control Panel series is for applications that require only the TFT display hardware and do not need an integrated PC processor.

In order to achieve a distance of 164-feet (50-meters) without hubs, the panels’ USB extension converts the USB signal and transfers it via 50-meter CAT5 cables that are commonly used for Ethernet wiring. The signal is converted back to USB 1.1 when it reaches the Control Panel.

The variety of display sizes (6.5-inch, 12-inch, 15-inch, or 19-inch TFT) and keyboard options suit a wide range of applications – wherever a rugged display is needed. In addition to touch screen, membrane keyboard and push-button extensions, the CP79xx Control Panels feature a USB hub that enables connection of two external USB devices such as a keyboard, mouse, USB stick or CD/DVD drive. The Beckhoff CU8800 USB to USB Extended converter box requires no auxiliary power supply. It has a USB input and an RJ 45 USB Extended output. The CU8800 is offered complete with all required cables as a cable set.

For more information visit www.beckhoff.com

Advantech Launches 2-Port AMONet Master Card

The eAutomation Group of Advantech introduces the PCI-1202U PCI interface card with two AMONet master ports supporting Advantech’s AMAX line of motion and control products.

AMONet is a hybrid RS-485 based network similar to other proprietary fieldbus networks intended to offer high speed deterministic communication. Common CAT5 cable is the recommended medium making this a very cost effective solution for distributed motion control applications. Multiple PCI-1202U cards can also be used in a single computer for centralized motion applications with a large number of axis.

AMONet is a 20Mbps network, supporting up to 64 slave modules, and allowing each master port to control up to 2048 I/O points, 64 axes, or a combination of the two at a distance of up to 100 meters.  The PCI-1202U also includes two standard RJ-45 network connectors for the AMONet interface, eight digital inputs, and four digital outputs for monitoring real field I/O.

For more information visit www.eautomationpro.com/us

Parker Automation Introduces Low-Cost Ironless Linear Positioner

Parker’s Electromechanical Automation Division, a supplier of motion control technology, recently unveiled the latest additions to its family of Trilogy I-Force positioners. Built around the 110 model of Trilogy’s I-Force ironless motors, the T1D and T1S include everything needed for motion except the drive and controller.

The principal design goal for these ready-to-run positioners is to achieve high performance at an economical cost while preserving the design flexibility to accommodate customization. Trilogy’s positioners have selectable single- or dual-square rail bearings to match the performance and cost requirements for each application. In addition, they are designed to connect together using transition plates for XY or multi-axis configurations. Options include a variety of cable management systems, optical or magnetic encoders and drive connectorization. Flexibility, multi-axis compatibility and ease of customization make the I-Force linear positioners a superior choice for high performance and value.

These new Parker Trilogy positioners are well suited for applications in the lab automation, small vertical axes (the T1S), medical, printing, lightweight scanning/sorting, microscopy and light assembly markets. They can be used with Parker Compax3, Aries, Gemini and ViX drives and are also compatible with most third-party drives (except Yaskawa).
For more information visit www.parkermotion.com

September 2007
25-27
National Manufacturing Week, Rosemont, Ill.
Assembly Tech, Rosemont, Ill.
Quality Expo, Rosemont, Ill.

October 2007
15-17
Pack Expo West, Las Vegas, Nevada

National Manufacturing Week
September 25–27, 2007
Rosemont, IL

Bigger and Better Than It’s Ever Been!
Five major events serving the nation's largest manufacturing marketplace join together to create the most comprehensive showcase of advanced manufacturing technology solutions ever assembled under one roof.  For the first time ever, your National Manufacturing Week badge includes free admission to the co-located Assembly Technology Expo, Quality Expo, Electronics Assembly Show, and PLASTEC Midwest. 

There is no better way to see, compare, and evaluate the complete range of product and service resources for every aspect of design and manufacturing.  Visit www.manufacturingweek.com for complete show information and registration.  Now a Canon Communications event.

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EIC/EME Manufacturing Expo
October 22-24, 2007
Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Convention Center
Nashville, Tennessee

Gaylord Opryland Hotel & Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee!
Join your peers, colleagues and competitors. You'll accomplish six months worth of work in three intense days at this outstanding industry event.

You'll profit from the complete Technical Conference Program and Exhibits. Exhibits, papers, short courses and tutorials cover new insulating materials, coil winding and motor manufacturing, quality control, measurement methods, environmental aspects, standards, magnets and magnet wire, transformer design and manufacturing technologies, and more. http://www.coilwinding.org/home/homepage.html

• Find and evaluate new suppliers
• Meet and solidify relationships with current suppliers
• Attend the most comprehensive electrical manufacturing conference available
• Exchange ideas and network with peers
• Find new ideas in materials, equipment, components, services and processes
• Stay competitive in times of change and challenge!

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Power Electronics Technology Exhibition & Conference
October 30 – November 1
Dallas, TX

New Directions
New Partnerships
More Effective Results for You!

The Power Electronics Technology Exhibition & Conference will now be the exclusive exhibition in the Hilton Anatole this October.  What does this change mean to you?
• It enables you to meet exhibitors who focus exclusively on power electronics products, equipment, components and systems.
• It provides an educational program of special interest seminars, technical sessions and in-depth professional advancement courses to make it the power electronics industry’s leading information event.
• It offers more knowledge-building special features and events, including a new Digital Power Pavilion, Q&A sessions with industry leaders, “Ask the Experts” roundtables and Solution Theater presentations by leading suppliers—all in the Exhibit Hall.
The Power Electronics Technology Exhibition & Conference is brought to you by Penton Media, the largest independent business-to-business media company in the U.S.  Penton’s broad array of electronics and design engineering resources gives Power Electronics Technology the opportunity to bring you even more industry-leading presentations by the most knowledgeable authorities in the field!

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Advanced Energy Storage Technologies Symposium – AEST 2007
November 5-8, 2007
Cologne, Germany

Two Conferences
Three Workshops
Only ONE European Symposium devoted to advanced battery and capacitor technologies

AEST 2007 will feature more than 30 expert presentations over four days. The Advanced Batteries conference will kick off the symposium on Monday, November 5, with 10 speakers offering strategic insight into market dynamics, emerging applications, and new methods to reduce manufacturing and deployment costs. This will be followed on Tuesday, November 6, by intensive workshops covering the fundamentals of electrochemical capacitors, present and future electric and hybrid electric vehicle systems, and the market for ultracapacitors. Euro Capacitors 2007 will conclude the week with 20 speakers and one panel discussion on November 7-8.

Materials developers, manufacturers, and implementers of advanced battery and capacitor technologies – DO NOT MISS this event!

Contact Khaney Muyderman (+1-207-781-9616, khaney@intertechusa.com) or visit us online: www.intertechusa.com/batteries.html, www.intertechusa.com/esworkshops.html, www.intertechusa.com/eurocaps.html.

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Zero Downtime 2007
November 6-7, 2007
Scottsdale, Az.
Radisson Ft. McDowell Resort and Casino

Zero Downtime 2007 is a new spin on the popular Equipment Protection Conferences. This two-day conference focused on the latest advancements in protecting electronic equipment for data centers, communication and control networks, 24X7 industrial and facility systems, infrastructure and emergency service operations and other mission-critical electronic systems.

For more information about speaking please contact Nick Depperschmidt at nickd@infowebcom.com

For more information about exhibiting or sponsorships please contact Suzanne Harrold at suzanneh@infowebcom.com

* Now co-located with Remote Monitoring and Networking 2007 and Onsite Power 2007!

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sueh@infowebcom.com or 330-725-5812.

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