Power/mation eNewsletter February 2010

We will provide you with innovative automation solutions and exceptional customer service.

The IMPACT product line encompasses both hardware and software, covering a wide range of performance and price point requirements. PPT VISION is your one-stop shop for all your machine vision needs.

IMPACT Software Suite is a single software platform that supports the entire IMPACT family of products. The software contains the latest innovations in image processing technology plus a broad range of tools for deploying vision inspection solutions in the factory environment.

IMPACT KickStart’s preconfigured panels offer several quick solutions to a variety of vision inspection situations, while VPM’s extensive selection of vision tools allow you to solve the most demanding applications by creating powerful and custom application-specific inspection programs.

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PPT IMPACT Brochure (PDF)
PPT IMPACT Data Sheet (PDF)

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Power/mation sales representative (1.800.843.9859) or info@powermation.com

ABB ACS310
The ACS310 is an extension to the ABB standard drives family, a series of drives specifically designed for variable torque applications such as pumps and fans. The specific design includes a powerful set of features which benefit pump and fan applications including built-in PID controllers and PFC (pump and fan control). These features, combined with pre-programmed application macros, an intuitive user interface and several assistant screens, speed up the installation, parameter setting and commissioning of the drive.

Advanced control panel permitting intuitive operation with several mounting options
Patented swinging choke for superior harmonic reduction
Built-in Modbus and numerous internally mountable fieldbus adapters
Fast, safe and easy parameter down/uploading without powering the drive with FlashDrop
Built-in EMC filter
Built-in brake chopper for reduced installation cost
Easy set-up of parameters and quick fault diagnostics with numerous assistants including diagnostic, maintenance, start-up, PID controller, real-time clock, serial communications and drive optimizer
Flange Mounting Kits which allow mounting the drive with the heatsink external to a third party enclosure

Click for more information:
ACS310 Datasheet (PDF)
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Power/mation sales representative (1.800.843.9859) or info@powermation.com

Tol-O-Matic MX series
Electric Rodless Screw Drive Actuators - MXE Series are designed to outlast every rodless electric actuator on the market.
With Tolomatic's ENDURANCE TECHNOLOGY features, the MXE screw drive actuator sets a new standard for durability.
Durable bearings: Profiled rail design uses THK® Caged Ball® technology to reduce friction and extend actuator life. The solid bearing design reduces stress concentration by 59% for optimum performance.
Durable Bands: Strong stainless steel bands will not expand like elastomer (non-metallic) bands, providing reliable sealing over the life of the actuator.
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Electric Actuators Brochure (PDF)
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Power/mation sales representative (1.800.843.9859) or info@powermation.com

In this issue:

PPT Vision IMPACT Cameras
ABB ACS310
Tol-O-Matic Electric Actuators

Training & Seminars

Proficy Machine Edition - Logic Developer PLC (2-day class) - $495 per person
February 17 - 18, 2010 in St. Paul, MN 8:00am - 3:30pm
Lunch Provided
On the first day the students learn how to develop, load, store, document and monitor Logic Developer PLC programs for PACSystems Rx3i.The skills learned can be applied to Series 90 and VersaMax PLC’s. Students work through hands-on labs using a personal computer, and an Rx3i. No previous experience with PLCs is required; however, previous PC experience using Microsoft Windows is strongly recommended.

The second day of this course teaches practical programming examples using some of the more advanced functions of the Logic Developer PLC software. The students will learn about the concepts of Object Based Programming and apply these tools in the development of objects.

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Horner All - In - One Controller Solution Hands On Training - $250 per person
March 10, 2010 in St. Paul, MN 8:00am - 3:30pm
Lunch Provided
At this hands on training you will learn:

Basic Ladder Logic Programming using our FREE software

I/O Configuration

Screen and Graphics Configuration

Advanced Features

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2010 ISA Tech Fair
This years ISA Tech Fair will showcase the top vendors from the automation industry with the latest in products, systems and solutions on display. Throughout the day there will be various seminars giving attendees the chance to expand their knowledge in several key areas of the industry.

March 25th, 2010
Ramada Mall of America
2300 East Amercian Blvd.
Bloomington, MN 55124
8:30am - 3:00pm
Seminars at various times throughout the day starting at 8:30am.

Proficy Machine Edition - Logic Developer PLC (2-day class) - $495 per person
April 7-8, 2010 in St. Paul, MN 8:00am - 3:30pm
Lunch Provided
On the first day the students learn how to develop, load, store, document and monitor Logic Developer PLC programs for PACSystems Rx3i.The skills learned can be applied to Series 90 and VersaMax PLC’s. Students work through hands-on labs using a personal computer, and an Rx3i. No previous experience with PLCs is required; however, previous PC experience using Microsoft Windows is strongly recommended.

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Power/mation Training

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Power/mation Headquarters
Saint Paul, Mn
1310 Energy Lane
St. Paul, MN 55108
(800) 843-9859
(651) 605-3300
FAX: (651) 605-4400

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W238 N1690 Rockwood Drive
Waukesha, WI 53188
(800) 242-2060
(262) 408-6100
FAX: (262) 523-0611

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