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When Not to Replace Legacy Control Systems -- Issue 30, 2014

September 10, 2014

Obsolete machine control systems can be replaced with a new system, but upgrade or repair may be a better option. If your manufacturing facility uses and supports automated equipment, or if you are an OEM equipment builder supplying the end user, the reality of control system failure and obsolescence will impact

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Brainteaser Answers -- Issue 29, 2014

June 11, 2014

In each issue of the Automation Notebook we feature a section of brainteasers. These are the brainteaser answers from Issue 29, 2014 of the Automation Notebook. The brainteaser questions are repeated in black. The answers to the brainteaser questions are

Automation Notebook Issue 29 - 2014 Learning Resources Notebook Issue The Break Room

Brainteasers -- Issue 29, 2014

June 11, 2014

Gridlock The factory floor of the puzzle factory is filled by a grid of square work-cells 40 cells wide by 64 cells long. To celebrate International Puzzle Day, the Morale Improvement Committee wants to string a set of party lights

Application Application Stories Automation Notebook AutomationDirect Spotlight Drives Education/DIY Energy/Utilities HMI Industry Issue 29 - 2014 Learning Resources Notebook Issue Operator Interface PLC Process Control Product Programmable Control Student Spotlight Student Spotlight Variable Speed Drives

People's Choice for a Cost-Effective and Energy-Efficient Solar-Powered Home

June 11, 2014

UrbanEden, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte’s entry to the Solar Decathlon 2013, is a concept home consisting of four connected indoor and outdoor spaces that create a unique

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New C-more EA9 Series HMI FAQs - Issue 29, 2014

June 10, 2014

The popular C-more HMIs have always been a great value, but now they are better than ever. We have included some of the latest technologies in the new EA9 series C-more panels, and all for a lower cost to you. But don’t let the lower price fool you; with a redesigned more robust housing, thinner bezel,…

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Automation System Retrofit Transforms 175-ton Hydraulic Forming Press

June 10, 2014

In less than one month, a rebuild automated press operations to increase production rates and improve quality. Southern Manufacturing Group (SMG) located in Morrison, Tennessee, was founded in 1993. The company makes automotive components and industrial valves. In the fall of 2012, the automation system for its 175-ton hydraulic forming press received electrical damage resulting from a lightning strike…

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Do-more Designer Gets More Amazing!

June 9, 2014

Do-more Designer is the full-featured programming tool for the Do-more CPUs that can be downloaded for FREE. That’s the entire Do-more programming package, NOT a demo version, for FREE. The software package already includes outstanding features such as a Project Browser, Data View, Trend View, PID View, Debug View, and a built-in simulator that creates…

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Business Notes -- Issue 29, 2014

June 9, 2014

AutomationDirect Supports National Champion Robotics Teams AutomationDirect has always been a huge community partner and one of their primary missions is to inspire young minds in STEM career paths (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). AutomationDirect is the founding sponsor and

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Manufacturing Wants You

June 9, 2014

As veterans leave the military, manufacturers are recruiting for their skills. I grew up in Dalton, Georgia. Known as the “Carpet Capitol of the World,” it seemed there was either a carpet mill or a carpet dealer on every corner.

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Product Snapshots -- Issue 29, 2014

June 9, 2014

We have added several exciting products since our last edition of the Automation Notebook. Here are some highlights about some of those new products including: IronHorse Fractional HP DC Motors and Gearmotors, WEG CWC series miniature contactors, additional RHINO DC

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