CLN Magazine | Feb-May 2018

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integrating communication & control Red Lion’s Graphite® Edge Controller is a compact, scalable and rugged all-in-one industrial solution that reduces cost and complexity by combining IEC 61131 control capabilities with networking and data visualisation.

free software & upgrades

supports over 300 protocols visualisation &

control via webserver

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Completely scalable, it’s capable of using up to 25 I/O modules and supports over 300 industrial protocols to ease communication with other devices via Ethernet and serial, while still enabling logic control for industrial applications.

Unlike other solutions on the market, there are no additional software costs, per-protocol fees or annual maintenance agreements required – it pays for itself.

POWERFUL, VERSATILE, RUGGED. for more information call 1800 557 705 or email sales@control-logic.com.au

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ost efficiency is costing our industry literally billions each year thanks to aging technology and processes. It’s no wonder most modern manufacturers have made significant changes to their products with efficiency a main priority.

In this edition we look at a number of areas you can improve processes without significantly increasing costs.

main feature 06 HMIs - A Nexus for

Automation Systems

closer look 10 ABB ACQ580

water/wastewater drive

We take a closer look at ABB’s ACQ580 water drives, including evolving tech in VR plus intelligent ways to save money by utilising specialist software, and products. Plus we explore the very best in tech, gadgets and travel.

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Red Lion Controls launches new generation of HMIs

Ethernet-based slice I/O

by GE Automation & Controls The RSTi-EP I/O is a powerful combination of clean layout, high density and a small footprint. It can accommodate up to 64 modules and 1024 I/O points per drop. Its 11.5mm I/O slices are the smallest in the industry to maximise limited cabinet space.

Performance and response time is impressive with the highspeed system bus reading up to 256 DI/DOs in 20 microseconds.

Connectivity is easy and features a built-in Ethernet port that supports Profinet, Modbus TCP and EtherCAT protocols.

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Scientists have connected a human brain to the Internet for the first time

Red Lion Controls have announced the CR1000 and CR3000 as their newest generation of Human Machine Interfaces.

Both employ new Crimson® 3.1 software for more engaging interfaces with advanced design capabilities in addition to protocol conversion, data logging and web server for remote monitoring and control. Available in sizes from 4’3” up to 15” they feature a wide array of connectivity options thanks to the built-in and ever-expanding library of more than 300 industrial protocols available.

Ultra compact PLC

by Panasonic Panasonic have released the all new FP0H ultra compact PLC. It offers some exciting features such as improved speed, capacity and more connectivity options including built-in dual Ethernet ports that natively support Ethernet IP and Modbus TCP/IP. Thanks to its built-in data logger, users can easily record continuous data as well as events and alarms to the SD card. It represents the perfect blend of functionality, quality and price.

A team of researchers from the Wits University in Johannesburg, South Africa has achieved a groundbreaking feat in the field of biomedical engineering by linking the human brain to the Internet. Medical Express recently featured a release stating that the scientists have connected the human brain to the Internet in real time for the first time. Tagged as the “Brointernet,” the project is aimed at turning our brain “into an Internet of Things (IoT) node on the World Wide Web.” The device gathers brainwave EEG signals using an Emotiv EEG device that is connected to the user’s head. The brain signals are communicated to a Raspberry Pi computer that streams this data to an application programming interface. This data is then displayed on an open website for anyone to view. Once the technology develops into a usable application, it will offer endless opportunities in the field of machine learning and brain-computer interfaces. The project would also offer us a better understanding of our brains.

Endlessly reusable notebook The Everlast notebook claims to be endlessly reusable whilst providing a classic pen and paper experience. Using any pen from the Pilot Frixion line, you’ll be able to erase by simply adding a drop of water. The 36 pages (or 32 on the large format) are a ‘waterproof synthetic poly blend’ and allows pages to be erased over and over again with a wet towel. When you’ve written on the Everlast, you can then capture images of the pages quickly with the Rocketbook app and then send it to Dropbox, Evernote, Google Drive, or to an email address. The Rocketbook Everlast is available for $55.

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Tail wagging pillow robot is your pet replacement Yukai Engineering Co, the Japanese company, has created a 1kg robotic pillow Qoobo to stay in your lap and wag its tail when you stroke it. You may be living in a place that does not allow pets, or you could be allergic to dogs and cats, or maybe you just want to be free from all the responsibilities. Whatever the reason is, your robot pillow will neither scratch your pillow IECEx Zone 1 hazardous area HMI panels nor poop around the house. According to the creators, Qoobo’s battery will last eight hours, The EAGLE operator interfaces are available in 10’4” and 15” sizes and are IECEx certified to run in hazardous areas (zone 1, and you can charge it by USB just like your smart-phone. Apart from its fluffiness, the most 2, 21 & 22). Features include Excel import / export functions, multi-language support, recipe management and easy to important feature is its robotic tail that moves differently according to the way you pet it. When use programming software. Integration is made easy with communication support for Ethernet IP, Modbus TCP and you stroke the pillow, it vibrates to emulate the behaviour of a purring cat. I know you want one! ProfiNET or over Serial protocols such as Modbus and MPI.

Low cost 20A power supply The new Puls Piano Series low cost 20A, 24VDC DIN-Rail mount power supply is now in stock through Control Logic. The PIC480.241C units offer simplicity without making compromises on PULS’ renowned qualities; efficiency, service lifetime, reliability and size. An extraordinarily compact width of only 49mm and a DCOK relay output included, Puls continue to lead the way in this department.

Industrial electromechanical relays Building on its roots as a well-known European manufacturer of relays since 1958, Relpol’s new cost optimised R2N (2 pole) and R4N (4 pole) relays are now in stock with Control Logic. Robust specifications enable direct replacement from many major manufacturers. For more information or for samples, contact 1800 557 705.

Marine flashing sounders Pfannenberg enhance safety in fire alarm systems with their MED certified audible and visual signaling devices with an impressive 10-year warranty. Det Norske Veritas (DNV) and Germanischer Lloyd (GL) certifications are not only a fundamental requirement to allow electronic components such as signaling devices to be operated on ships but also serve as a quality mark for robustness and reliability. Signaling devices from Pfannenberg deliver an impressive performance not only in the maritime sector but also in many extremely tough industrial environments.

Solid steel multi-tool

As we all know, carrying a tool box 24/7 is quite cumbersome, so here comes “The Claw”. The Claw is crafted from a solid chunk of 440c stainless steel, and is a multi-tool that is able to pack 18 different tools in one solid device. Many cool features include the hex ratchet section that allows operation of the tool like a ratchet, without the conventional ratchet wrench mechanism.

Stepped faces on the hex ratchet allow you to use the same tool for nearly every size. As the tool is entirely made of solid steel, there is no such problem of wearing out of the joints!

Electricity produced from tears In the years to come, we may have no fossil fuels to power our industries and automobiles. A team of Irish scientists from the Bernal Institute of Limerick discovered a way to produce electricity from tears. The team managed to generate electric current by applying pressure to the lysozyme protein that is found in both tears and egg whites. Some materials like quartz can convert mechanical energy to electrical energy under applied pressure, and the phenomenon is known as piezoelectricity. The piezoelectric materials are not usually used for producing

Wearable airconditioner for every type of weather The world’s first personal A/C watch called Aircon Watch claims it can regulate the temperature of your entire body irrespective of the surrounding climate.

Using “ClimaCon” technology when the wearer begins to feel warm, they can set their watch to send pulses while informing the body that it needs to cool down. The battery of the Aircon Watch allows a cooling time of four hours and a heating time of about eight hours. The friendly interface has three buttons to let you regulate the temperature and the straps can be interchanged to suit.

large amounts of electricity, but they can be used in many applications such as medicine to control the drug release in the body or serve as an antimicrobial coating for implants.

This mouthpiece claims to clean polluted air and infuse it with minerals Treepex is a portable barrel-like device that allegedly uses living tree cells compressed in replaceable cartridges to turn carbon dioxide into oxygen, emulating a tree’s ability to transform polluted air into mineralenriched air. Developed by a Georgian, Tbilisi-based, startup with the same name, Treepex claims to provide a real solution to the world’s growing air pollution problem. Using a new technology called CRISPR, the company was apparently able “to extract the DNA of actual trees to recreate the living cells that are responsible for photosynthesis”. All you have to do is plug a cartridge into the tubular Treepex, stick it into your mouth, and breathe. The bizarre-looking mouthpiece has an LED indicator that indicates when it’s time to change the cartridge, and a wireless fast charger that takes 30 minutes.

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part from the fact that expanding economies are unrelentingly concentrating on improving the productivity and efficiency of machines, there is an increasing need for the mining and tracking of the production data contained in those machines and using it for an efficient business that is more profitable. The way supervisors, operators and business owners use their equipment to interface is changing as quickly as the devices themselves.

With the growing number of industrial machinery, it is becoming increasingly necessary to find a way to carry out machine interaction in a more informative and intuitive manner and there are many new innovations to make this a reality. The equation comprises of operators and machine owners and although both parties want their equipment to be operated efficiently, they have different ways of going about it. The HMI can be a visual tool and gateway that can satisfy both parties by transferring essential information and presenting it to build profiles for the machine and assist the operator when making important decisions that directly affect productivity.

Continuous improvement initiatives are employed to increase profitability by increasing quality, productivity and uptime.

However, you may be surprised at the amount of money that’s saved, or profit generated, from seemingly minute increases in efficiency.

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Companies consistently look for ways to increase profitability, even if it’s by as little as one or two percent. Most that are serious about continuous improvement employ “industrial engineers”, aka “manufacturing engineers”, who are responsible for finding ways to improve processes by single-digit percentages.

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Such small improvements may seem trivial, but consider a production line that produces $10M worth of product in a typical year. If the productivity of the line was increased just 1%, the company would gain an additional $100K worth of revenue. Seems fairly straightforward, right? However, what we mustn’t forget is that the profit generated by the additional $100K in revenue can be considerably higher, as only incremental costs will apply to the increased production. That’s because the fixed costs, such as the cost of the machine, rent or taxes for the building, the worker’s salaries, and more are not taken into consideration when calculating incremental cost.

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The value of information One of the most impressive functions of the modern HMI is their built-in data logging feature. Any piece of data from any connected device can be stored locally, along with a time and date stamp, for later review. This allows data to be collected as a means to improving performance at a manufacturing facility, or to provide a historical analysis of remotely located processes. Some users, even use the logging facility as a means to determine the sequence of events that caused a machine failure.

The data logger normally stores information in simple CSV (comma separated variables) file format. This format is ideal, as it is easily read by personnel, and can be automatically imported into virtually every type of database. As an added bonus they can also feature automatic synchronization tools, allowing the CSV files to be periodically sent to any FTP server for long term storage. The unit’s SQL Sync service provides seamless synchronization with Microsoft’s SQL Server. Even if the site doesn’t have an MES – manufacturing execution system, they may appreciate knowing that their HMI has the ability to integrate with one as their business grows and their IT needs evolve.

“Continuous improvement initiatives are employed to increase profitability by increasing quality, productivity and uptime.”

When things go pear-shaped When things go wrong (as they always do), instead of maintenance staff waiting for a phone call to alert them of a machine-down condition, the HMI can be programmed to send an email, or even a text message directly to them. If an Ethernet connection is unavailable (or their IT manager is too paranoid to provide an Ethernet connection to the outside) the HMI can even have in-built cellular connectivity!

Remote access In many circumstances, your users will want to keep an eye on their processes from within their office, and some may not have the room for an extra monitor or TV. Others will want the ability to view production information remotely, whether from home, on the road, or from their favourite golf course.

Some HMIs have built in webservers that provide the ability to remotely view its display from any web-enabled device, even a phone. If the size or resolution of the device doesn’t allow

convenient viewing of the HMI pages, simplified “data-only” pages can be created. For the ultimate in customisation, the user can create HTML web pages to tailor make the solution.

However, all these amazing features will amount to nothing, if you’re unable to establish a communication with end-devices.

This is the reason why many HMI manufactures are committed to providing widespread third-party device support. With this, the HMI can serve as gateway, display as well as data concentrator.

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Communication and connectivity Almost every manufacturing plant struggles with connectivity issues. Whether it’s the PLC, the servo, the barcode scanner or the sensor with a serial output, something will communicate with a protocol that differs from the rest of the components in the system.

Certain HMI panels like Red Lion Controls offers the extra flexibility with its in-built protocol conversion. With just a few clicks, a user can use their Allen Bradley PLC to communicate with their older Omron PLC, variable speed drives, as well as SCADA software. All these can be achieved without understanding the protocols used. This makes it possible for companies to pick the best-in-class devices for all the tasks instead of adapting a “one size for all” tactic.

There’ll be no need to purchase all components from just one vendor, which can lead to compromise and/or inflated cost.

“The modern HMI is designed to serve as a nexus for automation systems, thereby making it possible for a control system’s automation components to be integrated seamlessly.”

Embrace technology Are you playing Pong while others play Halo 5? The human machine interface (HMI) system has evolved from push-button controls to the primary platform for operational decision-making. Just as today’s best video games offer up dramatic new capabilities, today the HMI provides more impactful graphics, contextualised alerts and intuitively placed information that enables operators to make quick, in-process decisions.

The modern HMI is designed to serve as a nexus for automation systems, thereby making it possible for a control system’s automation components to be integrated seamlessly. In addition, it can serve as a strong platform for data storage and manipulation, enabling users to enjoy benefits that are only available in pricey SCADA packages.

If you add it to the in-built web server technology, it’ll also become a remote diagnostics, monitoring and troubleshooting tool.

HMIs are remarkably potent as communication platforms. The devices available today can work on multiple-vendor machines as well as existing equipment that are network-enabled. There are devices that make it possible for users to control and select drives, motion controllers, PLCs or PID controllers straight from the platform. As outlined, some additional features such as the built-in web server permits remote personal access to control equipment and monitor from practically all networked devices.

HMIs can use text messages or emails to alert personnel as to pending or exiting issues in order to make sure problems are resolved fast, thereby minimising downtime.

There are some other factors to think about like control options, program scalability and pricing. Control option is the ability of HMIs to serve as a controller or PLC. If used correctly, this capability could lessen a system’s complexity. Also, if a vendor can offer a “scalable solution,” then it becomes easier to alter the program created for one HMI for a lower-end or higher-end HMI from the product line of the company. This way, a programmer can maximise time by reusing older works and adding or removing features as desired.

Notice that price comes last… a lot of other considerations have to come first to arrive at an appropriate decision. Pick functionality, and then compare the prices. Choosing a subpar HMI only for its price will eventually lead to more costs in the future.

To find out more or if you need assistance with choosing the right HMI for your application, contact Control Logic on 1800 557 705 or email sales@control-logic.com.au.

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BB have released a variable speed drive that has been uniquely tailored for the water and wastewater industry, with industry specific features to impress you. Marketed as the ‘all-compatible’ ACQ580 drive, it hopes to simplify pumping processes and motor control whilst ensuring ‘effortless’ energy efficiency. ABB claims it can be connected to virtually any motor from induction and permanent magnet motors to synchronous reluctance motors highlighting its versatility. Let’s take a closer look…

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First impressions Unboxing the system, we were immediately impressed with the appearance and build quality of the ACQ580. Complete with fancy front cover and unique water drop emblem, the overall sense of quality is high. It’s housed in a very compact body which means less space is required for mounting or cabinet fitting.

On paper, its specifications boasts an impressive power range from 0.75 to 250kW, with an optional IP55 enclosure allowing for wall installation.

With water specific firmware the ACQ580 includes functionalities such as sensor-less flow calculation, multi-pump control, level control, soft pipe fill, dry run protection and even quick ramps with a solution to keep the impeller of the pump clean. A PLC or RTU can still be used with the ACQ580, however it’s not mandatory, even for more complex applications.

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CLN | ISSUE 10 | FEB-MAY ‘18 The ACQ580 we found very easy to set up and is complimented by its intuitive ‘Hand-OffAuto’ control panel and PC tool composer – more on that later. Looking at its functions, they are thankfully logically grouped in the primary settings menu and its descriptions make it obvious to the user as to which group to look in. A context sensitive help menu in parameter descriptions basically makes referencing the manual a nonevent. Basic programming software is offered free with this device, which we accessed through its mini-USB port using a standard off-the-shelf cable.

The ACQ580 features a TUV certified category 4 rated safe torque off function. What this means is that contactors are not required when trying to meet a particular safety category. This is a real cost saver, not only in terms of the contactors but also in terms of space and installation time.

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This device is designed ultimately to lower your energy bills and has a built-in energy optimiser control mode to prove it. This ensures maximum torque per ampere, reducing energy drawn from the supply. The energy calculator then helps the user monitor and fine-tune processes for optimal energy use.

Other cool features include its control panel that can be completely Bluetooth enabled to use as a wireless remote to the drive endless possibilities here.

If you want to install it in a cabinet there is an IP21 version available, with the option to mount the heat sink out the back to assist with cabinet cooling requirements. Additionally a 3C3 rated PCB (to protect the drives electronics from corrosive gases) is available as an option.

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One of its unique features is the automatic pump cleaning function, where you can program the VSD to perform cleaning on detection of certain programmable conditions. For example if a pump impeller on a waste water treatment plant was starting to get bound up with rags, the VSD would be able to detect the higher current being drawn from the pump, activating its cleaning sequence to free it up before operator intervention would be required. .

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If you happen to work in the water industry, here is a VSD designed to make your job easier. It has pretty much everything required for water and waste water applications that even a small child can understand. It’s super easy to setup, and requires little knowledge to get it up and running right out of the box. The ACQ580 represents good value for money, especially when you consider that with its built-in functionality, a PLC or an RTU is not required to perform pump control.

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I chat with outdoor lover and industrial automation expert Chris Freebody about advancing technology and the challenges that follow.

You’ve worked in the industry for a number of years, do you find based on rapid technology advancements, your clients are needing to upgrade more often?

Industry today needs long term sustainable solutions to answer questions about how to manage existing infrastructure and develop new business. We are lucky to be living in a time where we have the technology and expertise to achieve this. A key question we ask at Control Logic is how we can make this work for our customers. The answer, we believe is efficiency.

Efficiency definitely seems to be a main focus for many products. Are we moving too fast as an industry here, or not fast enough?

For many in the industry, rapid progress in artificial intelligence, robotics and automation is a growing anxiety. For example, what if it causes a situation of divide amongst those in the industry? My belief is that quite the opposite is possible. That advancing technologies will enable both big and small companies to thrive.

Nice point - does this pose challenges in your role?

What do you find difficult?

I meet with many customers with many different goals across a broad range of industries. While it can be demanding, I find it’s also one of the most exciting parts of my role. Learning about their business, their industry and then translating this into solutions for them is deeply satisfying.

So what’s a satisfying day out of work?

Bike riding with the kids, or out in the surf.

Turn a day into a month?

The beach!

Random question - Food and drink of choice?

Thai, and Long Island Iced Tea! Complete this sentence... In ten years i’ll be... ...Completely and utterly grey!

Embrace it! - Grey is the new black.

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irtual reality isn’t a new concept, in fact it has roots tracing back to 1838. The first virtual reality device was actually created by Charles Wheatstone, an English scientist and inventor. At the time, Wheatstone wasn’t attempting to create a new form of media, but to show those around him that “the brain processes the different two-dimensional images from each eye into a single object of three dimensions.” His work further proved that “viewing two side by side stereoscopic images or photos through a stereoscope gave a user a sense of depth and immersion.”

VR is swiftly making its way into the mainstream, and while it is most commonly referred to as, ‘the next big thing’ in gaming, it’s also revolutionising the way specific industries work. The engineering industry has already embraced the benefits of VR, as it continues to develop solutions, allowing its businesses to run more proactive and cost-effective training programs.

VR in training Utilising VR as a training tool allows companies to create a more immersive programme, offering greater interaction than any mouse and keyboard could ever give.

Engineers can utilise technology such as Oculus Rift to place themselves in various scenarios relevant to their job.

Training in VR also creates a more costeffective training process. When mistakes are made in the engineering industry, it can result in damage to expensive equipment, or worse. However, training on a virtual example of the apparatus negates the risk of damage and prepares engineers for the best ways in which to tackle the many problems that could arise.

Alongside this, engineers can be exposed to realistic hazardous situations without actually being in any real danger. For example, trainees could be taught about day-to-day workplace safety regulations, or something more extreme, such as how to handle a fire aboard an oil rig.

As this virtual style of training develops, it could help create a more safety-conscious and fully-prepared workforce.

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It’s all in the software There are already companies dedicated to creating a more efficient training routine via VR experiences. Serious VR are developing specific software with the purpose of keeping failure and associated costs to a minimum. The company’s approach has included gamification to engage workers: “By using gamification elements, production workers in any age category will be highly motivated to redo training and improve their output and scores.

This will result in better trained personnel and operational excellence.”

Recruitment

Bumblebees can fly higher than Mount Everest.

VR isn’t just helping train engineers; it’s also being used as part of recruitment initiatives.

BT’s Openreach announced that they would be creating a VR experience, allowing those interested in their trainee scheme to discover some of the typical jobs involved in the daily life of a field engineer. This experience features a climb up a telephone pole and a tour of a local exchange building, given from the perspective of a real engineer using 360º video.

One third find the concept of VR very appealing

Beer was invented in 6000 BC, 2000 years before the invention of the wheel.

70% of millionaires do not consider themselves “wealthy”.

Dr. Suess wrote Green Eggs and Ham because of a $50 bet he couldn’t write a book using 50 words.

It’s already here!

As VR slowly creeps into the mainstream, the exciting possibilities for the engineering industry slowly become a reality. Familiarising engineers with products that are about to launch, collaborating on blueprints with clients around the globe in real-time and tailoring each programme to the training needs of each engineer show VR’s limitless benefits.

Tigers can, and will take revenge on those who have wronged them.

Virtual reality looks like it might well be the next best thing throughout many skilled industries, including medical, mechanical and engineering. While the cost of the technology is still high, we could see VR become the industry standard sooner than expected.

Sony Playstation VR released for their PS4 system.

More than 200,000 virtual reality headsets sold in Australia - 70% of those are mobile VR.

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Oculus Rift headset finally available, the most advanced tracking so far.

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350 million years ago, when trees were just 30cm tall, the landscape was dominated by 7m mushrooms.

1-in-5 Australian households is forecast to own a VR headset.

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AIR CONDITIONERS DTS 8000E Series The highly energy efficient DTS 8000E series by Pfannenberg features an intelligent patented structure design allowing lower pressure loss and improved air flow, that’s additionally slimmer and lighter than its competitors. Suitable for any environment, it features an impressive ambient temperature range of 15ºC to 55ºC. The 8000E also includes a selfcheck function, alarm & display panel.

FILTER FANS PF Series The fourth generation of industrial Filterfans are a truly unique result of several years of careful design. They offer an easy and time saving toolfree installation and increased ingress protection through the revolutionary fluted filter cartridge, providing IP55 protection and 300% greater service life.

product brief THERMOSTATS FLZ Series Pfannenberg offer a wide range of thermostats to compliment the efficiency and effectiveness of the Filterfan range. The range includes single setpoint models. Dual setpoints and a combination between a temperature setpoint and a relative humidity setpoint ensuring your fan is only running when necessary

SOFTWARE PSS Sizing Software

Ensure you avoid costly oversizing and risky under-sizing of your thermal management needs. The PSS Sizing Software takes into account all of your environmental conditions, enclosure specifications, heat loads and the target conditions you wish to achieve. With this information, the software will provide the most effective method for the desired outcome.

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1 Volkswagen Electric Kombi

The iconic Volkswagen Kombi has returned.

The all electric I.D Buzz is the resurrection of VW’s 1960s Microbus. Arriving in 2022 and fully autonomous, it will come with a few green upgrades whilst maintaining the practicality and charm of the original vehicle. http://www.volkswagen.com.au

2 Crosley Rocket Jukebox As the only vinyl-playing jukebox in the world being produced, this classic 50s and 60s design remains alongside the ability to hold up to 70 seven-inch records. A remote control controls music selection, volume and shuffling, and boasts a D4 amplifier and built-in speaker. http://www.crosleyradio.com

3 Kuickwheel Electric Skateboards Kuickwheel is aiming to change electric skateboards with their latest Serpent Series in both mini and longboard sizes. The smallest ‘Serpant-C’ reaches up to 18km/h while the larger ‘Serpant-W’ longboard can hit 40km/h and has a hill climb rating of 15-20 degrees. http://www.kuickwheel.co

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4 Elite X1 Everest Pool Table With a striking glass top base which proudly shows off the structural architecture, the Elite X1 claims no cracking. It’s made from Vitrik which is a mesh material replicating the rolling resistance of felt. Shock absorption meanwhile is handled by the glass layer below. http://www.eliteinnovations.com.au

5 Nebula Mars Portable Cinema

With this device, movies can be projected in HD quality onto any welcoming surface even during the day. There is little cabling and can stream from any device including game consoles, smartphones, laptops and USB devices. Rich audio is supplied by JBL. Hello glamping! http://seenebula.com/pages/mars

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reventing enclosure overheating in the summer can be a challenge for many factories, where temperatures can rise fast during hot days! The high temperatures are often the cause of overheating of electrical components located inside the enclosures reducing their lifespan, while also contributing to downtime and repairs.

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When this happens, the temptation is to open the door panel (and sometimes use a fan) to remove heat and cool the components. In doing so allows dust, oils and surrounding debris to get inside the cabinet and risk sensitive electronic components to damage - not to mention the obvious safety issues.

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Electronics are typically most efficient in an environment where the humidity is low and the temperature is approximately 35°C. As the temperature in an enclosure rises it can have a lasting effect on the electronics.

Tests have shown that an increase in temperature of as little as 10°C shortens the life expectancy of electrical components by more than 50%.

Enclosure climate control prevents critical temperature fluctuations, avoids overheating and protects against the formation of condensate. It is essentially the backbone of your entire production process, prolonging the life of your electronics and protecting your investment.

To choose the best Thermal Management Solution you first need to understand your environment. Indeed, the environment in the electrical enclosure can be affected by weather conditions, solar radiation or other external temperature sources. As an example

an Air to Water Heat Exchanger will be adapted to an enclosure placed in a factory that faces hot weather spikes or an extremely dirty or caustic environment compared to traditional industrial air conditioners.

Electronics sensitive to electromagnetic interference may need a shielded EMC Filterfan®. An enclosure located outdoors or in a humid environment may require hygrostats or thermostats and heaters to eliminate the formation of condensate, leading to corrosion and short circuiting.

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To determine the proper thermal management solution, a company called Pfannenberg have developed a powerful web-based Sizing Software to help you configure Filterfans™, cooling units, air/water heat exchangers, and heaters for electrical enclosures. The easy to use interface, works for both indoor and outdoor applications and helps to calculate the heat dissipation in a cabinet, component by component.

If you need assistance choosing the best enclosure cooling solution, why not chat with a Control Logic Application Engineer by calling 1800 557 705.

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cool

A look inside thermography After a few settings have been altered on the infrared camera, the first thermographic images appear on the display of a PULS CP10. This type of thermal imagery is incredibly insightful for convection-cooled power supplies like the ones developed by PULS.

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nfrared cameras are hot property in the PULS development department and are constantly in use. But why is it worth making all the effort of performing a thermographic analysis? It all starts with the unique ‘cool design’ of PULS devices.

The three principles of ‘cool design’ The term ‘cool’ is appropriate here on two levels. Obviously, PULS aims to impress with devices that feature a premium housing and look stylish. But the primary meaning of the word ‘cool’ here is in the physical sense, i.e. in relation to temperature. Because the biggest problem faced by power supplies with slimline designs is heat generation so ‘cool’ designs are required, resulting in efficient, durable and aesthetically pleasing DIN-rail power supply units. ‘Cool design’ follows three very simple principles: • • •

Achievement of maximum efficiency values Optimisation of the cooling of the power supply Careful consideration of the positioning of sensitive components

REDUNDANCY MODULES

YR Series

The YR Series from PULS are redundancy modules that are used to build 1+1 and N+1 redundant systems. They are equipped with two input channels that can be connected to power supplies with up to 40A output current and one output, that can carry nominal currents up to 80A. Available output voltages range from 12 to 56VDC. Thanks to the MOSFET technology, the modules offer amazing energy efficiency with minimal losses and very low voltage drop between input and output.

POWER SUPPLY CP10 Series

DC UPS UB Series

The DIMENSION CP-series offers high 95.2% efficiency, advanced inrush current limitation, 100-240V wide-range input active PFC and a wide operational temperature range of -25ºC to +70ºC. The CP10 can deliver 20% overload capability continuously when the ambient temperature is less than 45ºC. It’s also one of the smallest 10A power supplies on the market with a width of just 39mm.

A DC-UPS system has three essential elements; a power supply, a DC-UPS and a battery.

The DC-UPS is responsible for monitoring and charging the battery as well as controlling the seamless transition between normal and buffer mode. One of the unique advantages of the PULS DC-UPS is the 1-Battery-Concept where each battery is individually charged and monitored which avoids the need for matched batteries.

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Convection cooling involves a flow of warm air being transferred outside. The effect of a functioning air-flow can be recorded by thermography. The thermographic image of a PULS CP10 clearly shows that sensitive components, such as electrolytic capacitors (see image key 1, 2, 3, 4, 5), have been positioned perfectly for ventilation, allowing them to be kept cool.

DC/DC CONVERTER CD10.241 The CD10.241 is a DIN-rail mountable 24V/24V, 10A DC/DC converter of the DIMENSION Series which provides a floating, stabilised and galvanically separated SELV/PELV output voltage.

With high efficiency, a small size and a wide operational temperature range, it includes up to 20% power reserves that can be used continuously at temperatures up to +45°C.

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“If the temperature within a power supply increases by 10ºC, the service life of the electrolytic capacitors will be halved.”

Did you know?

If the temperature within a power supply increases by 10°C, the service life of the electrolytic capacitors will be halved – and that’s without even factoring in its current load.

This manifests itself in a considerable reduction in capacitance. Although this loss won’t necessarily lead to the immediate failure of the power supply, it will have a seriously detrimental effect on the lifespan of the device as a whole.

It is for this reason that the developers at PULS give very careful consideration to the optimum positioning of the electrolytic capacitors and other temperature-sensitive components, such as varistors and optocouplers. On the basis of resonant designs, they place the components that have an effect on the service life as far away as possible from the ‘hot’ components, such as the transformer.

The successful results of this approach are clear for all to see in the thermographic images Electrolytic capacitors The convection air flow inside a DIN-rail power supply needs to be able to flow as freely as possible and mustn’t be interfered unnecessarily by components.

Cooling ducts are installed accordingly for this purpose and thermal flow measurements performed.

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There are noticeably fewer temperature-sensitive electrolytic capacitors in PULS power supplies than in competitors products. The dimensions of the electrolytic capacitors are also noteworthy – whilst these sensitive components are becoming smaller in competitors’ products, they consequently have a shorter life span.

PULS only permits the use of electrolytic capacitors with a diameter over 8 mm and a correspondingly high level of quality.

Energy savings Last but not least, let’s not forget that protecting our planet and using natural resources in a sustainable manner are top priorities for PULS. The ‘cool design’ within the company’s DINrail power supplies means less energy is consumed, thereby protecting the environment and allowing users to save on energy costs.

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Safe solutions for your industry

strength is flexibility

the mighty flexible safety controller Control Logic presents the PSC1 safety controller by Schmersal. It’s a powerful, flexible and scalable solution for all machines making intelligent design a reality.

drive monitoring for up to 12 axes

I/O expansion modules profinet & ethercat communications simple and easy to operate

With an easy programmable platform, modular expandable options and support for up to 272 I/O points, the PSC1 is incredibly compact and equipped to handle multiple communication possibilities. Thanks to its large onboard memory, be able to process up to 3000 instructions, utilising intuitive easy-to-use function block diagrams.

The PSC1 safety controller is smart by design and flexible by nature.

WISDOM REQUIRES A FLEXIBILITY

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machine safety Aram Dehghani

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rom the beginning of industrial robotic history, robots have been designed to be strong and powerful to do heavy tasks and it wasn’t a good idea to be in the path of this huge and moving piece of steel. A new generation of robots are now designed to work alongside humans without fencing, they are called collaborative robots.

What is a collaborative robot?

It is a robot that is designed to work in direct cooperation with a human within a defined workspace under a specific condition. So what allows the robot manufacturer to introduce robots without this protection?

The AS4024.3301 standard and ISO/TS 15066 technical specification define four different types of collaborative applications:

1. Power & force limiting Robot force is limited through electrical or mechanical means; 2. Safety monitored stop Robot stops when the user enters area and continues when they exit;

The robot used for each one of these applications has to comply with specific requirements according to the standard.

Regardless of the type of application used, a risk assessment must be performed to eliminate or reduce the risk to as low as reasonably practicable. This will ascertain the performance level required for the safety related parts of the robotic system.

3. Speed & position monitoring Robot slows down when user nears and stops if the user gets too close; 4. Hand guiding The user is in direct contact with the robot while they are guiding and training it.

Power and force limiting application A static or dynamic force exerted on a robot beyond its set limit will prompt it to stop safely. In other words, once the light weight robot hits an object its actuators and brakes act to provide less energy in the direction of the impact. Some robots will stop and others will respond by moving in the opposite direction of the impact. They can be used in a wide range of applications.

Aram Dehghani

SAFETY CONSULTANT, FS ENG (TÜV RHEINLAND, #8723/ 14, MACHINERY)

NON-CONTACT INTERLOCK

AZM201 Series

The AZM201 solenoid interlock with its handy door handle actuator that has already been used in many swinging safety doors is now available with built-in RFID technology. This means the interlock now offers increased tamper protection enabling the choice between three types of coding to determine the appropriate level of anti-tamper safety. The AZM201 is a popular choice because of its built-in ergonomic door handle actuator - normally fitted at handle height saving the need for a separate door handle. It’s suitable for all standard aluminium profiles with a width of 40mm which can be complemented by an emergency exit release fitted on the inside.

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SAFETY CONTROLLER PSC1 Series

SAFETY RELAY Protect SRB-E Series A multifunctional configurable safety relay from Schmersal, the SRB-E Series is extremely versatile with each module adjustable up to 11 pre-set configurations to suit nearly every application. Settings include reset selection, activating or deactivating cross-wire monitoring, two hand control and monitored contact configuration via its user-friendly rotary dial. Clever security features prevent the possibility of tampering and can be used in applications up to Category 4.

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With over 20 years of safety experience, Aram Dehghani is a Safety Consultant at Control Logic’s Safety Services division. A Control Systems engineer, he holds a TUV certification for functional safety of machinery specialising in the design, installation, commissioning and validation of safety control systems including risk assessment and hazard analysis. Book an appointment with Aram by calling Control Logic on 1800 557 705.

LIGHT TOWER BR50 Series Modular design with sturdy housing for all indoor and outdoor applications for wherever machine status needs to be displayed and warning signs given. Up to 5 modules with 6 lens colours can be combined as desired by simply plugging together, even retrospectively.

The PSC1 is a programmable compact safety controller that can support up to 272 I/O points, monitor 12 axis systems and features enough memory for up to 3000 instructions. It’s suitable for small basic functionality machines right through to large complex machines. The compact controllers support communication protocols like ProfiNet, EtherCAT and EtherNet IP. Schmersal’s PSC1 boasts an intuitive easy to use function block diagram programming environment which automatically generates a wiring diagram for all the devices connected to it to dramatically reduce engineering time.

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ith our New Year’s resolutions announced, with most declaring a healthier, fitter lifestyle, there are more and more of us hitting the gym and pounding the pavements.

But Physiotherapists say the key to getting fit in the new year is staying injury-free.

Queensland physiotherapist Ryan Adam encourages everyone to get on board with the “New Year, New Me” concept popular on social media, but we all must be mindful of overdoing things.

1. check yourself before wrecking yourself Subtle injuries can arise over a couple of weeks or a couple of months and rear their ugly head. Additionally can get some obvious acute strains and sprains from just going too hard. And right now is when we should be starting to feel it…

“Late January, February and March, those early months of the year are when people start to roll in with niggles or worse from their new pursuits, says Mr Adam.”

In order to steer clear of injuries as you work towards your fitness goals for 2018, here are the top five tips to jot down in your fitness diary.

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The first rule is that you should always check the level of intensity at which you can comfortably work out. When picking an activity, think about the intensity of it; think about what your normal intensity of activity is and try to match it. Don’t go from low intensity pottering around the garden to high intensity throwing a lot of weight around. Be aware of your limits, and tailor exercise programs based on your needs.

With multiple amounts of advertising from every direction from fitness centres promoting high intensity training, such as F45, Cross-fit and boot-camps, many of us see it as a quick way to get into shape. While it may get results quickly, these types of activities have the highest risk of injury.

Basically the rule is to take your time, progress slowly, and listen to your body.

2. be aware of the impact

CLN | ISSUE 10 | FEB-MAY ‘18 Almost every form of activity has an impact on your body, but some can be more damaging than others, particularly after periods of inactivity.

A lot of people think running is a natural form of exercise and everyone should be able to do it, but we’re a bit of a sedentary society and sometimes that leaves the body a little unprepared - Even running! What about walking? Well walking too far can also take its toll on the body. People don’t realise that walking is still impact exercise. You still have to absorb shock with every step you take. For example if you decide to walk 6 kilometres and you’ve only ever done 300 metres around the shopping centre, then you’re going to feel it.

3. take it slow To avoid impact injuries it’s best to start slowly and work your way up to longer distances and more impactful activities.

“Pick a low-impact option at first — swimming, biking, rowing, or other things like that — and then graduate that impact as you go,” Mr Adam said.

Newbies to the fitness world need to take care with everything, or consult with someone first, even for basic things like walking and running.

4. do your research If you have not exercised in some time, or have been doing low levels of exercise, be sure to pick the activity that best suits you.

Pick an activity you know your body can handle in regards to balance and complexity. If you have never done single-leg squats or walking lunges before, you might want to avoid them to start.

5. high school fitness level does not apply

Boot camps cause a lot of injuries over time because people aren’t used to that type of movement...

And, in case you needed reminding, your champion running efforts in high school mean nothing if you have done little of it since. If you haven’t run in six months or two years, don’t expect to be able to run 5 kilometres without getting some sort of injury eventually.

But, if you want to start running again, there’s a lot of information available. You just have to spend an hour or two looking at what a normal running progression is. If for example, you wish to go from the couch to running 5 kilometres, there might be a 12-week program that shows how you can build up gradually and monitor your symptoms along the way.

So it’s important to do a bit of research and look at how to progress.

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sports calendar FEB to MAY ‘18.

Gridiron

NRL Super Bowl 52 | Minneapolis | 4 Feb

Soccer

A-League Grand Final | TBC | 6 May FA Cup Final | London | 19 May UEFA Champions League Final | Ukraine | 26 May FIFA World Cup | Russia | 14 Jun - 15 Jul

Golf

US Masters | Augusta | 5-8 Apr

Tennis

French Open | Paris | 27 May - 10 Jun

Athletics

Aust. Championships | Gold Coast | 15-18 Feb Stawell Gift | Stawell | 2 Apr

Marathon Tokyo | Japan | 25 Feb Boston | USA | 16 Apr London | UK | 22 Apr

Motorsport

F1 Australian Grand Prix | VIC | 22-25 Mar Supercars | Adelaide 500 | 1-4 Mar Supercars | Tasmania SuperSprint | 6-8 Apr Supercars | Phillip Island 500 | 20-22 Apr Supercars | Perth SuperSprint | 4-6 May Supercars | Winton SuperSprint | 18-20 May

Lifesaving

Australian Championships | WA | 14-22 Apr

Surfing

Quiksilver Pro | Gold Coast | 14-25 Mar Margaret River Pro | WA | 29 Mar - 9 Apr Rip Curl Pro | Bells Beach | 12-24 Apr Oi Rio Pro | Rio de Janeiro | 9-20 May

Horse racing

Lightning Stakes | Flemington | 17 Feb Blue Diamond Stakes | Caulfield | 24 Feb Golden Slipper | Rosehill | 24 Mar Doncaster Handicap | Randwick | 7 Apr Doomben 10000 | Doomben | 12 May

Games

Winter Olympics | South Korea | 9-25 Feb Commonwealth Games | Gold Coast | 4-15 Apr

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MQTT

n our current climate of ever-changing connectivity, industry is often one of the very last to adopt and embrace new technology. There are a number of reasons why this is, and it may all seem too hard to consider change or having the time, and money to do it, however most of the time most organisations tend to play it safe.

When we compare the same scenario to the consumer world, it would be rare to find someone without a smart phone with 24/7 data connectivity. Our expectations are high and we tend to want information when we want it.

At our fingertips we can find out what tomorrow’s weather is, traffic conditions, transport timetable, browse online, check the local surf conditions all while being able to customise what we see and do in any way we desire. We can have the data delivered to us anytime and anywhere. These days we can catch up with the latest TV shows, stream a movie, or read a book on our mobile device.

If the same technology is available, why shouldn’t machines have the same connectivity? Why do we need to send vehicles out to work-sites to make sure things are running properly? Why should we collect readouts from sensors or meters? With today’s tech, industrial equipment can be just as connected as the people who install it.

the industrial world Let’s consider the industrial world. Beyond OPC UA’s solid stance as the most widely recognised and used protocol standard to connect industrial devices of all flavours to the edge or cloud for Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) applications, there are number of other protocols vying for wider use in the industrial space.

These protocols include MQTT, AMQP and CoAP, among others. As they compete for this space, support for MQTT across automation technology suppliers is gaining speed, and giving users a tool to transform their reactive maintenance operations into proactive ones by collecting data from the field to any number of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) cloud

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based platforms without IT involvement. How can it avoid IT? The reason this is possible is that this connection is just outbound communications, so there are no security concerns. Add it’s very high-speed performance because of MQTT’s method of reporting by exception and it starts to sound pretty attractive.

The MQTT protocol allows the IIoT to work with legacy equipment, which is great news because it doesn’t make sense to ‘buy’ a solution that requires everything to be ripped out. It’s ok to start in a new factory, but part of the attraction of MQTT is that it is affordable for businesses that have been around for some time.

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IIoT GATEWAY RAM Series

RAM SERIES Main features

Red Lion’s RAM series cellular gateways provide advanced features for monitoring and controlling remote assets and processes in extreme conditions. They seamlessly connect Modbus and DNP3 enabled equipment via software selectable multi-carrier 4G LTE connectivity with fallback to 3G networks.

Featuring a web-based event engine that can trigger I/O or send SMS text messages based on real-time operational data, the RAM units can perform advanced local edge control and alert personnel of critical events. Its cloud connectivity allows for reliable, secure and scalable communication to leading IIoT cloud platforms.

RAMQTT, Red Lion’s native MQTT client, simplifies implementations with pre-configured profiles for Microsoft

Azure®, AT&T® M2X, Amazon® AWS™ IoT, AutoDesk® Fusion Connect, Nokia IMPACT, Cumulocity, and Telenor Connexion. This functionality enables organisations to easily establish communication and start pushing data to select cloud platforms in minutes.

Using the RAM software development kit (SDK), connectivity can be configured for additional platforms, including Telit® deviceWISE®, Set-Point IPwebcontrol, LEC IQ Web SCADA and Skkynet® Skkyhub™.

With built-in Ethernet, serial, I/O and GPS, the RAM easily integrates with existing equipment enabling remote monitoring and control for M2M applications in industries including oil and gas, water/wastewater, utility, transportation and mining.

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Key aspects to MQTT’s rise in the IIoT space include: ACCESS Control over who can access an MQTT topic and which operations are allowed are both defined in the MQTT server.

DIVERSITY Content of an MQTT message can be XML, JSON, text, images, etc., which makes it suitable for diverse industrial applications.

SECURITY This is a critical factor in the industrial control space. MQTT issues birth and death certificates upon new client connections on the network and when connections are lost, respectively.

BANDWIDTH Upon connection, MQTT initially publishes everything about the connected device to the MQTT broker. After that initial burst of data, MQTT only publishes information as data from that device changes. This is key to the low network bandwidth requirements of MQTT, in addition to its small seven-byte header.

Highlighting the positive bandwidth impact of MQTT that makes the protocol so appealing is an example of a company that previously used polling (versus MQTT’s publish/subscribe reporting by exception method) to access their remote plant’s PLC data. Before switching to MQTT, this company incurred costs for cellular transmission of three gigabytes of data each month from the remote PLCs. Using MQTT, they now only collect three megabytes of data a month.

In much the same way that the HTTP standard paved the way for people sharing information through the World Wide Web, MQTT could set the stage for bringing online billions of low-cost, embedded data-collecting telemetry devices with the capability to provide a wealth of data that organisations in most industries could use to monitor and improve operations.

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In 2015, photos emerged of iconic sights like the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx - sights that were once crowded with tourists, now lie deserted. However key tourist sights including Abu Simbel, Luxor, the Pyramids of Giza and the Red Sea coast are all still considered safe (and very affordable). Let’s look at some of Egypt’s top travel sights while its still here.

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The Valley of the Kings (Biban El Moluk) situated on the ancient site of Thebes is where the pharaohs were buried and hoped to meet their Gods in the afterlife. You’ll find Tutankhamun’s tomb here.

Felucca on the Nile

did you know The Great Pyramid of Giza has 8 sides, not 4.

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Taking a Felucca down the Nile is a must do when visiting Egypt. Feluccas are sail boats that have been used on the Nile since antiquity. You can take short sunset sails in Cairo and Alexandria or you can opt for longer cruises which usually depart from Aswan. A Felucca is not quite as comfortable as a luxury cruise ship but nothing can beat sailing in a quiet rig that was designed thousands of years ago.

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The Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx The Pyramids of Giza represent one of the greatest architectural feats by man.

The last surviving member of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Great Pyramid of Giza is one of the world’s oldest tourist attractions and the reason most people visit Egypt today. There are in fact three main pyramids in Giza; the Great Pyramid of Khufu (or Cheops), The Pyramid of Kafhre and the smaller Pyramid of Menkaura. Each Pyramid is a tomb to a different King of Egypt.

In front of the pyramids lies the Sphinx, or Abu al-Hol in Arabic, “Father of Terror”. Carved out of a single block of stone, this enormous cat-like sculpture has mesmerized millions of visitors.

Chaotic, exotic, smelly, dusty, but beautiful, Cairo is the home to over 16 million. Medieval Cairo is a warren of streets just bustling with life. There are mosques at every corner, Coptic churches, huge medieval gates and bazaars selling everything from motorbike parts to perfumes.

Highlights include the Citadel and the Khan Al-Khalili bazaar (for all your tourist trinkets).

Abu Simbel Next, to the Pyramids of Giza, Abu Simbel is perhaps the most recognized monument of ancient Egypt. The two temples built for the pharaoh Ramesses II have been attracting visitors since Victorian times. Almost as impressive as the monument itself is the story of its restoration in the 1960’s. The temples had to be dismantled and physically moved 60 meters up a cliff where they were reassembled in the exact same relation to each other and the sun.

If you’re an amateur snorkeler or a professional diver you will love Hurghada on the Red Sea. One of Egypt’s top destinations for those looking to simply relax on the beach or enjoy some of the world’s clearest waters and spectacular coral reefs. Hurghada offers more than 10 miles of beach and plenty of accommodation, restaurants, and nightclubs for all budgets. Diving is the most popular attraction here and there are numerous diving centers and schools around town. You can expect to see hundreds of spectacular fish both along the shore and around the nearby islands.

Hurghada

Discovered almost intact in the 1920’s, you can go inside the tomb, but you’ll have to visit the Egyptian Museum in Cairo to see the treasures he was buried with. There are much larger and more impressive tombs to discover in the Valley of the Kings.

EGYPT IS CHEAP!

Valley of the Kings

Luxor Temple

The Egyptian Museum

If you travel to Luxor (ancient Thebes) then it will be hard to miss the spectacular Luxor Temple situated in the centre of Luxor city. The Temple of Luxor was built largely by Amenhotep III and Ramesses II around 1400BC. Its main purpose was to celebrate the festival of Opet. Many rulers built on to the temple yet it always remained a place of worship for Christians and later Muslims. A mosque built inside the temple still exists and is one of the highlights of the site.

Egypt is currently incredibly cheap, and may even be cheaper than most of Asia. Trains, buses, taxis, hotels, admissions to top attractions, everything is extremely affordable. For example a luxury resort hotel on the Red Sea is about $40/ night for 4 people.

The Egyptian Museum in Cairo is one of the first stops on most people’s itineraries when traveling to Egypt. With over 120,000 artifacts, the museum houses an incredible display depicting ancient Egypt’s glorious reign.

You can enjoy mummies, sarcophagi, pottery, jewelry and of course King Tutankhamen’s treasures.

King Tut’s goodies include his socks, underwear and the boy-king’s death-mask made of solid gold - the most beautiful object ever made.

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tech: pimax 8K vr headset pimaxvr.com

Pimax 8K headset features an incredible 7,680 x 2,160 resolution, laser tracking, plus an impressive 200-degree FOV which is almost double that of existing offerings. Unlike the PlayStation VR, the HTC Vive and the Oculus Rift, the Pimax 8K uses CLPL or “customised low persistence liquid” panels instead of OLED. Pimax claims that with CLPL it has “completely eliminated ghosting

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tech: nova robot

creoqode.com/nova

If you’ve ever wanted to build your own Arduino-based robot with facial and improved brightness”. The Pimax 8K is recognition but have been deterred by actually designed for 4K input or less and the complexities, you’re in luck. That’s then upscales the signal to “8K” internally. because, Creoqode , the creators of 2048 This means your PC could get away with DIY game console have introduced a using just an NVIDIA GTX 980 or GTX maker-friendly AI robot kit. Nova is capable 1070, and you’d still be able to enjoy of detecting and tracking faces, identifying the invisible pixel grid on the displays. colours, and measuring distances using an Originally on Kickstarter, integrated HD camera and ultrasonic sensor, as the company had a well as moving in five different axes via servo motors. goal of $200K, and It can also be manually controlled by a pair of thumb that was reached joysticks included in the kit. Users can customise their in a few hours.

Nova’s functionalities by connecting additional sensors Impressive. and modules such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi for wireless communication, a mic and speakers for voice recognition, or wheels for enhanced mobility. Order yours from Kickstarter.

cinema: tomb raider

www.warnerbros.com/tomb-raider

escape

Tomb Raider, based on the popular video the reins of her father’s global game franchise is not a sequel to the empire just as she rejects the Angelina Jolie versions, but a brand new idea that he’s truly gone. Going reboot. The reboot is more of an origin explicitly against his final wishes, story, and stars ‘Lara Croft’, a fiercely she leaves everything she independent daughter of an eccentric knows behind in search adventurer who vanished when she of her dad’s last-known was a teen. Now 21, without any real destination: a fabled tomb focus or purpose, Lara navigates the on a mythical island that chaotic streets of trendy East London might be somewhere off the as a bike courier, barely making rent, coast of Japan. Lara must and rarely making it to her college learn to push herself beyond classes. Determined to forge her her limits as she journeys into own path, she refuses to take the unknown.

Set 30 years after

travel: most expensive destinations If you’re fortunate enough to have deep pockets, then you’re likely going to want to take a trip that shows off just how much cash you have to burn. Meanwhile the rest of us can dream about taking off to a private resort island where villa rentals run in the thousands of dollars per night. Here are 5 of the most expensive destinations on the face of the earth:

Why can’t a own? It’s bike stand on its two tired.

How did the hipster burn his tongue?

He drank his coffee before it was cool.

I told my girlfriend she Knock knock. drew her eyebrows Who’s there? too high. She seemed Smell mop. surprised.

Speak the truth, but leave immediately.

What rhymes with orange?

No it doesn’t.

quickies

recent movie releases

the first film, a new blade runner, LAPD Officer K (Gosling), unearths a longburied secret that has the potential to plunge what’s left of society into chaos. His quest BLADE RUNNER finds Rick Deckard 2049 missing for 30 years.

When children begin to disappear in the town of Derry, a group of young kids are faced with their biggest fears when they square off against an evil clown named Pennywise, whose history of murder and violence dates back for centuries.

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$4000-5000 a week $40,000 a night Seychelles Oslo Dubai up to 11 people Seychelles is a country Norway is notoriously known Financed by oil wealth, Dubai composed of not one, but as Scandinavia’ and Northern was developed by the rich several islands. Located in Europe’s most expensive for the rich as a playground the Indian Ocean, just south country. Because of the for those who can afford it. of the main island of Mahe, wealth of the country, it’s From man-made islands to is the island of Fregate. The normally 20 percent more the luxurious Burj Al Arab island is a private resort expensive than anywhere and soaring towers, Dubai dotted with 17 lavish villas else in Western Europe and a is all about spending money. made of luxury wood, marble Tuscany whopping 70 percent higher Musha Cay If you’re on a shoestring and infinity pools. than world averages.

Despite the fact that more Just one of the 11 islands budget then steer clear! people visit cities like Rome, in Copperfield Bay: you Naples, Florence and Venice, must rent the entire island Tuscany’s appeal is its history, for almost $40,000 a night. which stretches back to preHowever you’re allowed to Roman times. And it’s one of choose who gets to stay the more expensive. Many of with you on your Caribbean the hotels are ancient villas island escape (up to 11 that have been converted into $20,000 a night at people) and (gourmet) meals 70% higher costs than $4000 (avg) for 3 days! world average Dubai’s best hotel lavish suites for rich tourists. are included in the price.

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tech: hubble hugo

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car: mercedes x-class

hubbleconnected.com/hugo

mercedes-benz.com.au

Meet Hubble’s ‘Hugo’, an eyeballMercedes are about to enter the mid-sized Ute like motorised camera that can market, with its new Mercedes X-Class. They determine your mood. Part-security are hoping to redefine the sector by bringing camera and part-robot, Hugo is a premium passenger car levels of comfort, spherical lens atop a moving base. quality and tech that historically has been in modern passenger cars, including 7 It knows your mood by tracking populated by tough workhorses. airbags. facial features and then making a real-time estimate of what emotions The X-Class shares its platform with the Australian buys will be offered three are being conferred. Hubble shows Nissan Navara and its tough ladder frame engine options – a pair of 2.3 litre fourthe analysis across six categories: chassis with independent front suspension cylinder turbo diesels (from Nissan) for the anger, joy, sadness, disgust, and a multi-link set-up at the rear. More than X220d and X250d as well as a 3.0 litre V6 surprise, and fear. If integrated simply re-badging, the X-Class has gained a turbo diesel. The low-output engine will be with other IoT technology, it could wider track front and rear to aid stability as well restricted to a six-speed manual only but the automatically load a soothing as a 10mm lower ride height, sharper steering X350d will offer the choice of both manual playlist on your speakers if ratio and completely reworked suspension and a 7-speed auto. 2WD and selectable you’re angry, or raise the settings (with new dampers and components).

4WD will also be available. Later in the year lights if it suspects you’re the X350d variant will join the range producing fearful. If it hears a baby Then there’s the added luxury like the optional 190kW and 550Nm of torque making it the cry, it could read an ‘Comand’ media controller complete with most powerful Ute in its class. Trade buyers will audiobook to them tablet style display with dials and digital be also able to purchase a cab-chassis version. or play music using driver info screen like the C-Class. High spec its built-in speakers. power models will come with Where the Navara rates poorly for its Don’t want Hugo a surround view camera, refinement, the X-Class hopes to tracking your mood, front and rear be leaps and bounds ahead. close its eyelid cover to parking However like most utes there cut off the video. Is it sensors still will be some bounce from creepy? Yes it is. plus a heap the rear axle and its unladed of safety tray. The market for premium features seen utes is booming with both Toyota and Ford selling their $60K+ models like hot cakes, so there’s no reason why the X-Class shouldn’t succeed.

spread tech: helmfon hochurayu.com

It’s hard to get peace and quiet in an open working space. Enter the ‘Helmfon’, a head piece created by Ukranian design company Hochu Rayu. It’s a massive isolation helmet creating personal space and promises to “fully block office noise”. Made with a glass fiber shell, membrane cloth, and foamed polyethylene it also blocks out inside noise so you

can take your calls, hold Skype conferences, watch videos, or practically do anything privately while sitting in the middle of a dozen other people. However, there is a 100% chance you’ll be labeled the office nerd, as well as looking like that character from ‘Spaceballs’. Not just a dumb looking helmet, it comes complete with an entire system on board including microphone, speakers, accumulator, magnifier, and ever a holder for your phone. It’s still a prototype at this stage, but they are working to develop a commercially viable design.

game release schedule

Far Cry 5

Far Cry 5 takes place in Montana, USA, where a cult known as the Project at Eden’s Gate puts the city in disarray. With the unturned townsfolk, you’ll need to take down Eden’s Gate in the most chaotic ways possible including aerial dogfights & more.

Yakuza 6

Yakuza 6 is an action-adventure game set in an open world environment and played from a third-person perspective with OTT combat. Kazuma Kirya returns as the main character.

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Frantics | PS4 Pure Farming 2018 | PS4, XB1, PC Echo Tokyo: Hoshi | PC, Mac The Crew 2 | PS2, XB1, PC Penny Punching Princess | Switch, Vita Yakuza 6: The Song of Life | PS4 Dream Alone | PC, Mac Abstracy Initiative | PC State of Mind | PC, Mac

Bang! Bang! | PC, Mac Beasts Battle 2 | PC, Mac Game Tengoku CrusinMix | PC Past Cure | PS4, XB1, PC Warriors: Rise to Glory! | PC Kingdom Come: Deliverance | All Monster Energy Supercross | All april LOGistICAL - Earth | PC Atom RPG: Post-apocalyptic Indie Game | All Infantry | PC, Mac We Happy Few | PS4, XB1, PC Secret of Mana | PS4, Vita, PC Watch Me Jump | PC Negligee: Love Stories | PC, Mac One Helluva Day | PC may Far Cry 5 | PS4, XB1, PC Junkyard Simulator | PC march Heartbound | PC, Mac The Crew 2: Gold Edition | PS4, XB1, PC Hoverloop Early Access | PC

tech: traxxas trx-4 r/c traxxas.com

The iconic Land Rover Defender may have ceased production but you can still score one in radio-control guise. And it’s just as serious as the real off-roader. The Traxxas TRX-4 R/C is a true-to-form replica of the real car in 1/10 scale that can overcome the most demanding terrain.

Aluminium shocks, a steel frame and fully enclosed waterproof electronics means the car can take a beating without frying itself in the two hour runtime it affords. The Traxxas TQi radio system is equipped with cruise control for long distance treks, and when the going gets tough, use your transmitter to shift into low range for incredible 4-wheel drive pulling torque or high range for blasting down the trail.

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Background

720-metre Katoomba NSW, the Located in the heart of owcasing sh en enic World has be cable skyway from Sc since s tain un Mo of the Blue its breath-taking views is bin ca y wa sky old 12-year 1958. Its most recent ay yw Sk a new and improved ley retiring to make way for val the e ov ab s me 270 metre d’s cabin that suspends so bir a re ptu ca to r floo es a glass floor. The cabin featur . low ng rainforest canopy be eye view of the amazi

Fast facts

Customer

Scenic World

System Integrator

Merhone Pty Ltd Briter Door Solutions

Location

Katoomba NSW

Challenges

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Doors must accomodate and complimen t new cabins

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Project had to be completed within 5 week s

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Must be safe, efficient and easy to use

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Schmersal PSC1 Safety Controller

Schmersal AZM400 solenoid interlocks Schmersal SLC440COM light curtains

Puls PISA DC electronic protection Puls ‘Dimension’ power supplies

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Custom solution

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Schmersa l SLC44 0C OM light curtains inst allation Project scope

The upgraded Skyway cabins now feature free WiFi with a 30% capacity boost to heighten visitor experience and improve queuing times during peak periods. The single large sliding door at both ends facilitates easy boarding on and off the Skyway cabin.

Cost and time savings Easy and simple to use Future proofed

“Control Lo gic managed th e project to fruition, thu s providing Scenic Worl d with one point o f contact for safety d esign services, au tomation, manufactu ring and fitting the st ation doors from design to execution.”

Control Logic was engaged to assist in upgrading the platform station’s automatic doors to accommodate the new cabin as well as to ensure the ride operates without risk to the general public through its safety consultation services.

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S olution Control Logic was initially engaged in the design specification according to AS4024 to provide the basis for the Skyway cabin to operate in a safe manner, however successful progress enab led engagement throughout the entir e build.

Once the designs and plans were final ised, the race began to deliver the project within a 5 week window before its seasonal visitors were expected to visit (in droves). The Schmersal PSC1 safe ty controller was used as the ‘brains’ for the station doors to provide complete control. Schmersal SLC440COM light curtains were mounted between the doors ensuring young and old are kept safe when boarding and to avoid being caught. Finally Schmersal’s AZM400 solenoid interlocks were utilised to verify the glass station doors are closed and locked when the cabin is in motion, ensuring everyone is safe from the valley drop .

Control Logic provided safety cons ultation services to verify and validate the station automatic doors operated acco rding to the Australian safety standard s.

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Schmersal AZM400 PSC1 SLC440COM

Control Logic Safety Consultant

Benefits In addition to providing safety for all occupants, the Schmersal controller provides a simple interface for complex and risky situations that can easily expand beyond hundreds of IO. This application required CAT 4 safety and an adaptive controller that permits varying scenarios while reducing component count to make the system easy to commission and fault find.

Should any operating aspect of the Skyway change in the future, the PSC1 Schmersal controller can be reprogrammed and revalidated to allow for new additions without excessive expenditure, thereby future proofing the installation. Utilising the newest technologies from Schmersal, the new AZM400 solenoid interlocks were critically used as the main locks for the platform station doors. With RFID technology, 10,000N lateral holding force and a high misalignment tolerance, this solution was ideal for the application. The red emergency exit levers allow the doors to be easily unlocked manually in power outages or emergency situations.

Control Logic managed the project to fruition, thus providing Scenic World with one point of contact for safety design services, automation, manufacturing and fitting the station doors from design to execution. It saved time, additional costs and allowed a deeper and direct understanding of Scenic World’s requirements. Interaction with multiple contractors was eradicated which allowed Scenic World to focus on the larger project at hand.

Finally being able to validate and verify the station’s automatic doors under the AS4024 standards allowed Control logic to ensure a reliable and safe operation for the future in a quick turn-around time.

Contact sultancy For more information on safety con ucts, prod ion mat auto and ty services or safe 705 557 0 please contact Control Logic on 180 at s ialist spec or by emailing our product sales@control-logic.com.au.

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surge protection for SCADA & process control S

CADA and process control equipment, such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), associated switching and metering equipment typically contain sensitive electronics, and therefore are at a high risk of damage in the event of electrical surges.

Then there’s the cost and downtime associated with repairing or replacing your damaged equipment.

SCADA equipment must be given special consideration when designing a lightning protection system in order to minimise the risk of damage and system downtime. There are a few trusted brands in the industry specialising in electrical surges, and one of those is Novaris.

Well known for their reliable range of surge protection products, Novaris products are built to continue operation in the event of an electrical surge whilst minimising the risk of damage.

Select the correct surge protection device for your application...

The level of protection provided, and the correct operation of equipment is dependent upon selecting the correct surge protective device (SPD) for the application.

The table below is intended to aid in selecting the correct SPD for a variety of different applications commonly found in process control, and to give the designer an idea of where SPDs should be installed.

signal/protocol

instrument

plc/cabinet

5V Analogue or digital SL7V5-G or SSP6A-14-G SLT1-7V5-M/NXX 12V Analogue or digital SL18-G or SSP6A-14-G SLT1-18-M/NXX 24V Analogue or digital SL36-G or SSP6A-26-G SLT1-36-M/NXX 48V Analogue or digital SL68-G or SSP6A-65-G SLT1-68-M/NXX 110V Analogue or digital SSP6A-130-G SDT2-130-M/NXX 4-20mA loop SL-420-G SLT1-36-M/NXX 4 Wire RTD 2 x SL-RTD-G SLT4-RTD-M/NXX 3 Wire RTD 2 x SL-RTD-G SLT4-RTD-M/NXX 2 Wire RTD SL-RTD-G SLT4-RTD-M/NXX HART SL-DH-G SLT1-36-M/NXX RS232 SL-DH-G SL-DH-EC90 RS422 SL485-EC90 SL485-EC90 RS485 2 x SL485-EC90 2 x SL485-EC90 Profibus DP SL485-EC90 SL485-EC90 Profibus PA SSP6A-38-G SSP6A-38-G Profinet UTP-RJ45-24CAT6 UTP-RJ45-1CAT6 Modbus - TCP UTP-RJ45-24CAT6 UTP-RJ45-1CAT6 Industrial Ethernet Network UTP-RJ45-24CAT6 UTP-RJ45-1CAT6

SLTs (Threaded Signal Line Protectors) are manufactured with M20, N12 (1/2” NPT), N34 (3/4” NPT) and other threads available upon request.

For intrinsically safe models, please contact Control Logic.

Want to know more?

Go to www.control-logic.com.au/blog or click on ‘Blog’ on our homepage for the latest tech-tips or how-to videos.

Alternatively speak to one of our application engineers by calling 1800 557 705, or by emailing sales@control-logic.com.au for advice, assistance, or enquiries.

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