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Newsletter Volume 25 Issue 7

Supplier Profile: Peninsular Cylinder, Co. | Superheroes of Cylinders
The Marvel Cinematic Universe? is full of superheroes with incredible powers and abilities. But even superheroes need the right tools and equipment to get the job done. Just like how Iron Man?s suit is equipped with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, Peninsular Cylinder Co.?s cylinders can provide the necessary power and precision for your machinery to perform at its best. 
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How To: Simple Programming with AutomationDirect Productivity PLCs
AutomationDirect?s Productivity line of PLCs is known for cost-effectiveness and ease of use. Learn how to build and download a simple program using discrete input and output ladder commands.
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Now Available


C-more Next Generation CM5 HMIs
Starting at $340.00

Spartan Scientific Potable Water Valves
Starting at $42.00

More Murrelektronik A-Coded Sensor and Signal Connection Cables
Starting at $10.00


Ironhorse Motor Controls & Bryant Interlocks
HMC series contactors start at $17.50

CH Ellis Tool Bags & Cases Megapro Multi-Bit Drivers
Megapro screwdrivers start at $23.50

SureFrame Black Anodized T-slotted Rails
Starting at $0.37/inch


Productivity2000 PLC CPU and Starter Kit
The new P2-622 CPU is priced at only $299.00

WERMA eSIGN Series LED Signal Towers
Starting at $388.00

IronHorse Stainless Steel Worm Gearboxes
Starting at $1,050.00


Video – How to size a motor for your load
It can be easy to size motors with the right approach. This video covers key topics on how to size an electric motor.
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Proof of Success: Crafting a Distillation Upgrade
A team of electrical and computer engineering students at the University of Colorado?Colorado Springs (UCCS) got a flavor of industrial automation and the taste of success as they designed and tested an automated still controller. Their capstone design project used AutomationDirect products to optimize operations for a master distiller.
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AutomationDirect Products Rank High in Control Design Readers? Choice Awards
Each year, Control Design magazine invites readers who identify themselves as having buying influence or authority to select their preferred automation product manufacturers in a variety of categories. Among the categories are Control PLC, Hardware Operator Interface, and Control Motion Controller. Once again, AutomationDirect PLCs and other products have been highly ranked by these automation professionals.
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FREE Giveaway for You
This month you have a chance to win 1 of 5 hexdriver metric screwdriver sets.  Contest is open for approximately 1 week after the newsletter is sent and is open to residents of the U.S. and Canada only. Winner will be contacted via email. 
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