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PCNE April 2006 : On cover
		Pressure Reducing Valve - pillar-less design (ARI-Armaturen) Conductivity Sensor Helps Rubber Producers Control Tacking - (Invensys Process Systems) Steam Traps and Tester - universal mounting, operates to 45barg (Nicholson Steam Trap) Emerson Expands Digital Automation Project - for Alexandria Carbon Black Company in Egypt (Emerson Process Management Ltd) Micro Ingredient Feeder - with enhanced design features (K-Tron)

The products of the month

Measurement and Instrumentation

TBOX Telecontrol system - (Techno Trade S.A.)
Safety Limit Switches - for safety position detection (Microprécision Electronics SA)
Dispensing System - for robotic or manual applications (Sealant Equipment & Engineering Inc.)
CAN Interfaces - for embedded systems (Janz Automationssysteme AG)
Graphics Converter - analogue/digital, lead-free (Kontron AG)
Level Monitoring Choices - (Madison Co.)
New Wireless and ‘Asset Performance Management’ Services - (Invensys Systems UK)
MC5 Multifunction Calibrator - (Beamex Oy AB)
Marathon MM Series - (Raytek GmbH)
Thermocouple connectors & temp sensors - (Labfacility Ltd)
FCI flowmeters - (Fluid Components International)
‘Dirty Business’ for Radar Level Measurement - (Vega Controls Ltd)
Logoscreen nt paperless recorder - (Jumo GmbH & Co. KG)
ACHEMA 2006 - (DECHEMA E V.)
MTN 1185C vibration sensor - (Monitran Ltd.)
Level Transmitter - for solids measurement (ASI Instruments Inc.)
HMI Operating and Monitoring - open system for third party visualisation (R. Stahl HMI Systems GmbH)
Valve Islands - pre-configured and ready to install (IMI Norgren Ltd)
Power Converters - (Ferrus Power Ltd.)
Biovet Achieves a 30% Increase in Fermentation Performance - (Emerson Process Management Ltd)
TORQSENSE rotary torque transducers - (Sensor Technology Ltd)
Piezoelectronic Sensors - measure dynamic forces in forming machinery (PCB Piezotronics Inc.)
Onyx Uses Radar Level Transmitter - to Measure Oil and Water Interface (Krohne Messtechnik GmbH & Co. KG)
Reliable DCS supplier in Asia - (Hollysys Automation Co., Ltd)
The 62 mini IR /570 series precision IR - (Fluke Europe BV)
Pressure calibration kit - (Druck & Temperatur Leitenberger GmbH)
Thomas Global - (Thomas Int'l Publishing Co)
Fieldcare - (Endress + Hauser Instruments International AG)
Memosens digital pH sensor - (Endress + Hauser Instruments International AG)
Ceraphire ceramic sensor - (Endress + Hauser Instruments International AG)
Proline Promass 83I - (Endress + Hauser Instruments International AG)
Levelflex M guided level radar - (Endress + Hauser Instruments International AG)
Micropilot FMR250 level radar - (Endress + Hauser Instruments International AG)
iTemp TMT162 - (Endress + Hauser Instruments International AG)
V300 FMI pump - (Fluid Metering Inc.)
Intrinsic safety interfaces - (Georgin SA)
Injectors and homogenizers - (Jet Solutions SA)
- (Van Ekeris Expo Service B.V.)
Data Loggers - for energy-efficient buildings (Gemini Data Loggers (UK)Ltd)
Bulk Solids Pump Feeder - provides precise feeding (K-Tron)
Pressure Reducing Valve - pillar-less design (ARI-Armaturen)
Heat Transfer Calculator - online comparison tool (Paratherm Corp)
PC/104 GPRS/GSM Modem - with integrated power supply (Micro Technic AS)
Sensor Lock-Gate - for harsh conditions (Knick Elektronische Messgeräte GmbH & Co. KG)
Proximity Switches - ultrasonic, for Ex areas (Siemens AG - A&D)
Indicators - position adjustment (Sankq Machine Accessories Co Ltd)
Ethernet Media Converter - offers long transmission distances (Advantech Europe GmbH)
Sample Coolers - for sanitary applications (Carltex Inc)
Pinch valves and knife gate valves - (AKO Armaturen & Separations GmbH)
Your gas & liquid boosting solutions - (Hydraulics International)
Flexible sealing solutions - (Chenguang Research Institute of Chemical Industry)
Distribution Manifold - for high pressure (Parker Hannifin Plc)
Industrial CPU boards - (Fastwel Ltd)
Pressure Transmitter - meets explosive safety standard (WIKA Alexander Wiegand GmbH & Co KG)
Battery Simulator - PXI-based, modular (Pickering Interfaces Ltd)
Fluid Delivery System - offers pulse-free metering (Fluid Metering Inc.)
Automation Platform - with galvo head control (Aerotech Ltd)
Flow Meter - featuring wireless IR Link (Fluid Components International)
Air Nozzle Cluster - high force, low noise (EXAIR Corporation)
Pressure Gauge - for corrosive media (American Sensor Technologies Inc.)
HMI Touch Panels - with improved graphics, mobility (Siemens AG - A&D)
Solenoid Valves - direct- acting (Midland-ACS)
Pressure Sensors - across 0.4-7.0bar range (Sensortechnics GmbH)
Pressure Controllers - for fluidic applications (Sensortechnics GmbH)
Portfolio of products - (Masoneilan Dresser Produits Industriel)
Level Meter - to depths of 10m (Flowline Inc)
Hygienic Modular Belt - easy to clean for food applications (Rexnord FlatTop Europe B.v.)
Resistance Thermometer - compact, fast and precise (Afriso-Euro-Index GmbH)
Diaphragm Alignment Tester - for industrial turbines and compressors (Fixturlaser AB)
Drive and Conveyor Chains - pre-stretched and oiled (Iwis Antriebssysteme GmbH & Co KG)
Sound Level Monitor - with alarms for worker safety compliance (Extech Instruments Corp)
Position Sensors - with temperature range of 0...100°C (ifm electronic gmbh)
Micro Ingredient Feeder - with enhanced design features (K-Tron)
Safety Gate Switch - ATEX, Explosion-proof (Fortress Interlocks Ltd)
Conveyor Safety Sensor - improves safety on belts, elevators (4B Braime Elevator Components)
Video Pyrometer - with variable focus (Raytek GmbH)
Titanium tubes, pipes, rods and bars - (Tool Peaks Industries Ltd)
Software tool - for refineries (Yokogawa Marex Ltd)
How the RoHS Directive Will Affect Control Panel Enclosures - (Fibox Oy AB)
Emerson Expands Digital Automation Project - for Alexandria Carbon Black Company in Egypt (Emerson Process Management Ltd)
Conductivity Sensor Helps Rubber Producers Control Tacking - (Invensys Process Systems)
Super-lining Increases the Life of Pumps - (Richter Chemie Technik GmbH)
Permeation-Resistant Lining Extends Valve Life - (Richter Chemie Technik GmbH)
Modular Systems Permit Quick Assembly of Motor Control Centres - (Rittal GmbH & Co. KG)
Gravimetric Controller Weighs In With One Part in Eight Million Accuracy - (Rospen Industries)
Foodprocessing & Foodpack Öresund - (EasyFairs Group)
MityLite 1900Z1 torche - (Peli Products S.A.)
Safe switchgear - (Steute Schaltgeräte GmbH & Co KG)
Photoelectric Safety Barrier - complies with EN61496 levels 2 and 4 (Grein srl)
Ultrasonic Flow Meter - high-performance, non-intrusive (Yokogawa Europe BV)
Process Analyser - features PID Controller (Knick Elektronische Messgeräte GmbH & Co. KG)
Liquid Level Switch - does not require calibration (Magnetrol International N.V. European Headquarters)
Load Cell - for rapid installation (Kistler-Morse)
3-Way Control Valves - pneumatic or electronic (Spence Engineering Co Inc.)
Data Logger - for flow meter (VPInstruments)
Particle Size Analyzer - monitors particle growth (Malvern Instruments Ltd)
Centrifugal Pumps - self-priming (JP Pumps Ltd)
TOC-TN analyser - with high-temperature digestion (Hach-Lange GmbH)
Handheld Meter - for ph and temperature (Harvard Apparatus Inc.)
Safety Relays - with narrow housings (Pilz GmbH & Co. KG)
Connector Hood - for complex cabling combinations (Harting Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG)
Factory Automation PC - brave harsh conditions (Captec Ltd)
Static Feedback Control - charge removal optimised and reported (Meech Static Eliminators)
Safety Sound Level Meter - offers time/history data-logging option (PCB Piezotronics Inc.)
Control System - network-based, refined (Yokogawa Europe BV)
Batch Management Software - optimises control (GE Fanuc Automation Europe S.A.)
Automation Control - PLC architecture; DCS functions (Eurotherm Ltd)
Bus Cablingflexibility - in harsh areas (LEONI Special Cables GmbH)
Profibus Connector Block - transfers data from safety circuits (Jokab Safety AB)
Ethernet I/O Modules - communicate directly (Acromag Inc.)
Remote Sensor System - enables I/O to be controlled remotely (Balluff GmbH)
Spur Line Repeater - for Profibus DP networks (Procentec)
Magnetic-Drive Vane Pump - chemical- and temperature-resistant (Tuthill Pump Group)
Steam Traps and Tester - universal mounting, operates to 45barg (Nicholson Steam Trap)
Dispensing Valve - for two-component mixes (Sealant Equipment & Engineering Inc.)
Pressure Switch - rugged, vibration-proof (Ettore Cella Spa)
Bursting Disc Detection System - suitable for hot, aggressive or hygienic locations (Elfab Ltd)