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record-breaking 24V/10A power supply Boasting impressive efficiency and size, the new CP10 24V/10A Din-Rail power supply by PULS is setting records. 65mm

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24V 10A 35% smaller 95% efficiency active PFC IECEx certified

Never seen before, the CP10 manages a width of just 39mm utilising a sophisticated thermal design but retaining 95% efficiency. High quality construction achieves performance from -25째C to +60째C without derating plus 20% extra peak power when required through its power management system. At just 600g, its weight makes them suitable for any application, handling shock and vibration with ease.

FULL PERFORMANCE, WITHOUT THE BULK. for more information call 1800 557 705 or email sales@control-logic.com.au

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echnology is becoming more prevalent in the way we look and interact with things on a daily basis. While it is helping us do our work, it is also requiring us to keep up-to-speed and up-to-date on what it means and how it can benefit our business and our people. This issue we focus on several of these topics, with particular attention on the industrial network and how it could be used in the future. We take a closer look at ABB’s ACS580 variable speed drives and investigate thermal cooling for your enclosures for prolonged use to protect and increase the life of your investment. We hope you enjoy! Michael Bacon

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contents main feature 06 Network of the Future

closer look 10 ABB ACS580

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product brief 14 | 16 | 19 | 23

feature 12 Crowd funding revolution 15 Voltage & long cables 16 Switchboard enclosure cooling issue cover 22 Protocol conversion

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regular 04 In-the-know 11 Who’s who 13 #fact 14 Shutup & take my money 19 Understanding machine safety 20 Sports 21 Sports calendar 24 Travel 26 The escape spread 28 Essentials proontovceorsl ion & the IoT c 30 Web-to-date 31 The back page Control Logic ‘Future networking’

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Setting a new benchmark in safety interlock performance

HSPA+ cellular modules now available for Graphite HMIs Red Lion has announced the availability of HSPA+ cellular modules for its Graphite Human Machine Interface platform. The new module uses a HSPA+ cellular network to provide reliable high-speed data communication to remotely-located assets across oil and gas, water and wastewater, power, utility and alternative energy applications. This should eliminate the need for expensive site visits and access to real-time data.

parts, products and news you need to know about.

Schmersal have released the AZM400 which boasts a market leading holding force of 10,000N. Its fail-safe bolt interlock consists of a locking unit with sensor technology and a motor-driven locking bolt, along with an actuator that features an encoded RFID-tag and a locking hole in which the locking bolt engages. With RFID technology, and PLe and Cat. 4 approval, it also maintains the last locked status of the interlock in the event of a power failure. It’s basically the best of both worlds with RFID technology and a motor driven bolt.

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90-30 to RX3i GE upgrade offer GE has created 4 new kit configurations for quick starting the Series 90-30 upgrade process to the latest PACSystems RX3i technology. Considering that GE have the best migration paths on the market today, it seems like a no-brainer. Each kit comes with Proficy Machine Edition Professional Suite, providing programming capability for all PAC/PLC and visual solutions.

You’ll soon be able to fight holographic robots bursting through your living room walls using a hand-held blaster that’s a wearable hologram. Microsoft showcased a live HoloLens demonstration that pitted one headset-wearing Microsoft employee against arachnid alien bots crawling through a living room situation in what the company is calling “mixed reality gaming.” The demoed gameplay, codenamed Project X, allows you to defend any room in your home (or any other building) against an encroaching alien invasion. There are no wires, no cords, and no PC in sight. These killer robots are smart, too. Sensors tell the game’s foes where furniture and walls in the room are, and the baddies take this into consideration when they’re scheming an offensive against you. But your holographic weapon (which moves with you as you play) can morph into different tools. The demo player on stage initiated “vortex mode,” turning his blaster into a vacuum that sucked an alien to his fist and then launched it against a wall. I want one now!

World’s first liquid plastic welder With this cool product ‘Bondic’ you can bond, build, fix and fill almost anything. It’s a 3D tool that fits in your pocket, and best used when glue fails. Not only is it 100% water and heat proof, the solution dries clear and creates a permanent bond. Use it on plastic, wood metal and even fabric, and save those mobile phone cables or couch rips.

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Smart LED bulbs learn your routine These new BeON smart bulbs will automatically learn your daily routines and keep turning lights on and off in your absence through a smartphone app. Your neighbours won’t even realise you’re gone. The LED BeON bulbs can be plugged into any standard socket, and produce 800 lumens (equivalent of about 60-watts). Each bulb features a unique removable module and a built-in backup battery that’s always charging as long as the bulbs are screwed into a powered socket. The cool part is that they all communicate with each other using a Bluetooth mesh network developed by Qualcomm. In emergencies, the built-in microphones can allow it to turn on.

IP69K rated buttons for the food & beverage industry Control Logic stock a massive range of Schmersal IP69K rated control devices including pushbuttons, mushroom buttons, emergency stops, selector switches, mains switches & indicator lights. High temperature, pressure proof & chemical washdown resistant, the range is best suited for hygiene critical environments such as food & beverage.

Novaris SDN surge protection The recently updated and improved Novaris SDN Surge Diverters are the ideal choice for all mode protection in major distribution switchboards. Being all mode the SDN is particularly suitable for switchboards in non MEN (Multiple Earthed Neutral) installations. All diverters are housed in a new fail-safe metal enclosure. Special pricing is available in 3 Phase with surge ratings of 100kA, 150kA & 200kA.

Currently gaining momentum on crowd-funding site IndieGoGo, the ‘Touchjet Wave’ turns your TV (with a HDMI port) into a giant touchscreen. The technology behind this idea is the use of infrared sensing to make touch movements possible. Users first need to calibrate the device by placing some points in the right direction, then they are free to play any of kind of game and app available on Android. No touchscreen is complete without a stylus which can be used to sketch, draw or browse, or simply use your finger. Never squint on candy crush again.

Our Perth office has moved! We are excited to announce that our Control Logic WA team have moved to a bigger and better location. While our old office has served us well (with lots of great memories), we couldn’t be more excited about our new space. With a much larger area at our disposal we are able to carry more stock to support and grow local industry. See page 31.

Control Logic appointed STAHL distributor We are thrilled to inform our customers that we have been appointed the exclusive distributor for the STAHL product range in Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia and the Northern Territory. With over 80 years of experience behind them, STAHL is a leading supplier of products, systems and services for explosion protection. With such a solid reputation in Australia already, the range has been purposely built to withstand our harsh environment including explosion protected switches, pushbuttons and light fittings to controls and complex systems.

Robots can now make pancakes through recipes Yep you read that correctly. Researchers in Germany have created a robot named RP2, and its learning to make pancakes and cheese omelettes by reading recipes on websites such as WikiHow. It is part of a European project named roboHow which started in 2012. Teaching robots how to read and act on simple instructions is essentially a difficult task. In one set of experiments, the PR2 robots perform simple lab tasks, such as handling chemicals. How do I order one?

Turn your TV into a massive touchscreen with this gadget

Apple iPhone 7 rumours In addition to possibly being Apple’s thinnest iPhone yet, reliable sources believe the iPhone 7 will sport some radical design changes. Here is what we know so far... The introduction of 3D Touch means the home button could be eliminated completely. In its absence, the screen could be enlarged or the entire device could be made smaller. Touch ID, which is currently integrated into the home button, would be moved to the side of the phone. A more efficient and boosted battery life is also expected (like they have done for their Macbooks), and that long rumored sapphire screen (used on Apple Watch).

C.H.I.P. - The world’s first $9 computer A company called Next Thing Co. has created an open source computer named ‘C.H.I.P.’ and it’s just $9 (US). An amazing feat! While it can be used a personal computer such as working in ‘LibreOffice’ with the ability to save documents and surf/check emails over WiFi, it can also be used to play games, and there are dozens of applications and tools preinstalled. Simply connect the necessary parts (keyboard, mouse and display) to use as a computer. Its 1GHz Allwinner A13 processor, 512MB of RAM and 4GB of internal flash storage may not sound like much, but it’s got a full-sized and micro USB port, an audio jack with microphone, built-in WiFi and Bluetooth. Did we mention its just $9? I ordered 10 already.

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Though there’s no way to tell exactly what the network of the future will look like under the effect of the Internet of Things, there are three universal network aspects worth focusing on to prepare yourself – and your network – for the future.

What will automation networks look like in the next five to ten years? Wherever the Internet of Things (IoT) trend leads us, the underpinnings of future industrial networks that are universally beneficial to adopters will focus on simplification, uptime and innovation. Simplification. Using open standards in automation networks allows for manufacturers of all sizes to realise the same benefits as proprietary network solutions. Taking this a step further, what if the network were truly plug-and-play? What features would be required to enable such a network? Here are two in particular: effortless configuration and commercial off-theshelf (COTS) hardware. When using Industrial Ethernet, effortless configuration can better be described as “allowing IT support without needing it.” For example,

“Using open standards in automation netw sizes to realise the same benefits as today a machinery maker delivers a machine with an automation solution and network configuration. The plant operator (end user) integrates the machine into his plant. This requires changes to the plant’s network configuration so that is conforms to his local IT requirements. In the network of the future, the machinery maker will use a temporary network configuration to qualify the machine before sending it to the end user. The end user will be able to simply connect it, and the communication relationships are dynamically established at runtime. So there’s still work to be done separating the automation solution and network configuration. Within ‘Profinet’, however, we’ve already taken the step of using name-based addressing. This makes it easier for the

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end user to get up and running, and a big step in the right direction towards true plug-andplay. Another way to accomplish truly plug-and-play connectivity is through COTS hardware. This is not to suggest hardware from your local electronics store should be used, only that it could be. Why? Because though an inexpensive switch made for your home or office could possibly work just fine, it might last only 5 minutes in a production plant. Industralised products, with the same COTS technology built in, can withstand the moisture, vibration, dust and overall harsh environment. What exactly is that COTS technology in the network of the future? For example, already within Profinet we have technology in place to ensure the real-time transmission of production data, while coexisting on the same wire as IT data (e.g. TCP/IP, more on that later). That technology might become more mainstream with what’s known as Time Sensitive Networking (TSN).

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For production data, the Profinet protocol is still required at the application layer. Its transmission, however, along with any other traffic, could be handled by TSN. TSN, as of this writing, is still very new, but has the potential to ensure real-time transmission of data like Profinet does today. If it becomes COTS technology, then this greatly clarifies the path between IT and operation technology (OT) by extending their common physical layer (Ethernet) upon which protocols like Profinet and others reside. Uptime.

What good is a manufacturing environment if it isn’t up and running? In the network of the future, 0 percent downtime will be taken for granted. How do we maximise productivity by ensuring network uptime? Again, two features stand out as solutions to these issues, and are fortunately already available today: scalable redundancy and scalable security. The most basic way to ensure uptime is at the physical level: by using a ring-shaped network.

works allows for manufacturers of all s proprietary network solutions.”

This topology creates two connections for every device. However, don’t try this at home! Doing so would cause Ethernet packets to go around in circles, eating up bandwidth and causing major headaches. Technologies like Media Redundancy Protocol (MRP) account for this by managing traffic, and in the event of a broken connection in the ring, convert the ring to a line topology. Such recovery can take tens or a hundred milliseconds. Going further, in Profinet “bumpless redundancy,” the failover is 0ms. In bumpless redundancy, a sender uses two frames, going in opposite directions around the ring. So, even with a failure, a frame will still arrive at the receiver. To ensure 100 percent uptime, redundant devices and even redundant controllers can be installed, thus expanding upon simple network redundancy The single biggest perceived challenge to a converged network is security. In business systems, security objectives are typically ranked in terms of priority as follows: Confidentiality Integrity Availability In many automation systems, the ranking of security objectives in terms of priority is completely opposite: Availability Integrity Confidentiality

To achieve scalable security, IT and OT need to agree on a security architecture that should be:

As simple as possible but not simpler (Albert Einstein). As uniform as possible – If a rule is applicable in one Understood and supported by all parties involved. A daily activity and not a one-time only task. If these can be reached, the network of the future can be a reality by allowing automation and business systems each to maintain their security objectives.

Innovation. In the network of the future, OT and IT need to share the same foundation (Ethernet) while exposing their data for vertical integration. The beauty of Ethernet is it allows enterprises to use the right protocols for the right task. There will always be different protocols used for different tasks. As network architectures continue to evolve, these protocols will begin to share the same infrastructure. That common infrastructure is standard unmodified Ethernet. So long as an automation protocol uses standard unmodified Ethernet, the benefits “come for free” as Ethernet matures.

“In the network of the future, OT and IT need to share the same function while exposing their data for vertical integration.”

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For example, the IEEE has continually updated the 802.3 Ethernet specifications to increase the bandwidth from 10 Mbps to 100 Mbps to 1 Gbps and beyond. Profinet is one such protocol that uses standard unmodified Ethernet. As higher-bandwidth Ethernet is installed to accommodate multiple protocols, this speed increase happens automatically. It is not just the infrastructure that needs sharing to further innovation in the network of the future; it’s also the platforms. If Ethernet is the ‘how,’ then protocols for the data are the ‘what.’ Profinet handles the controlling and gathering of data from devices within production systems. Via proxies it

also gathers data from non-Ethernet devices. Meanwhile, standards like OPC UA enable the communication between, within and from production systems. When used in tandem, they complete the clear path from shop floor to top floor and into the cloud where analytics can be applied.

case it must also be followed in comparable cases.

OPC - Then and now* In 1996, the OPC Foundation released its first standard - which facilitated exchanges between PLCs and HMI/SCADA. At the time, there were many proprietary communication protocols, mostly developed by PLC vendors, which created isolated islands of information. Today, the OPC UA specifications address new security and data modeling challenges associated with serviceoriented architectures, and at the same time provide-rich technology openplatform architecture that is future proof, scalable and extensible. *information from www.OPCFoundation.org

CLOSER LOOK |

ACS580

general purpose drive

ABB

ABB add a new model to its highly popular ‘all-compatible’ range’.

art of ABB’s all compatible drives portfolio, the ACS580 general purpose drive promises effortless setup and operation plus all important energy efficiency. Being an all-compatible drive, ABB believe this will integrate seamlessly into your processes, business and environmental goals. Control pumps, fans, conveyors, mixers and many other variable and constant torque applications. In fact ABB love this drive so much, they even wrote a song about it (not even kidding).

Its compact size means it won’t take up too much space when wall-mounted, and features a simple to use control panel settings menu with assistants to provide a smart and quick way to commission the drive into action -more on that later. Perhaps its biggest selling feature is that a lot of the essentials you would actually use are built-in as standard. Its simplified, and we all know simple is good – but does it do the job?

Starting up Ok so other than looking like a complete package, it was extremely easy to set up. There are no additional enclosures or components needed for wall installation, and it’s available with IP55 if required. While it can be used on its own, we were able to connect easily to one of our automation systems. It practically guided us through the setup itself with the user answering questions in the selected language through its detachable control panel with items such as motor, ramp and limit settings. The I/O menu shows how to configure the terminals and gives access to other terminal settings such as filtering, scaling, delay or function selections.

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What’s included With a power range reaching up to 250kW and a wide-range of fieldbus adaptor options, it allows handy communication with all of the major industrial automation networks. Some of its included features reveal an EMC filter, swinging choke technology, a Modbus RTU fieldbus interface and safe torque off functionality. We found the editable home view option on the control panel a nice feature, which can be set to see the status of the drive and process at a glance. This was represented as data visualisations such as bar charts and histograms.

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As ABB like to share the same architecture and user interfaces from its ‘all compatible’ drives portfolio, any user familiar with the range will find this system pretty seamless. Virtually any application is covered through an optimal drive, which ultimately should result in greater efficiency at the end of the day.

Efficiency benefits It’s all about improving efficiency and reducing costs with the ACS580. ABB’s newest drive claims to not only optimise the energy consumption of an electric motor but also your whole process. In addition to monitoring hourly, daily and the cumulative energy consumption of the drive we found it assisted with the exact amount of energy needed to run the motor. The energy optimizer feature ensures maximum torque per ampere, reducing energy drawn from the supply. Its nifty built-in energy saving calculator displays savings for energy, CO2 emissions and dollars. A high-energy efficiency rating means it is also compatible with highefficiency IE4 motors to reduce total life cycle costs.

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This drive is all about saving money, reducing energy usage, and improving efficiency. ABB are certainly experts in creating technologies that have a short payback period, and the ACS580 is no exception. Being an ‘allcompatible’ drive means its value for money and at the end of the day, it does what it promises to do with little effort, and how often can we say that?

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For those preferring a monitor, there was an option (through a USB interface), to utilise a composer PC tool to optimise and fine-tune any detail of drive monitoring and process. Taking advantage of the optional NETA-21 remote monitoring tool, your drive information can be accessed via a web browser to allow configuration of drive parameters, monitor drive logs and other variables remotely.

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Based at our head office in Brisbane, Peter Tennent talks VSDs and what he’d do with a million bucks. As a ‘Product Manager’ for ABB, what sort of questions do you find your customers ask the most? I find new users have questions on how to program drives, but more recently harmonics created by the drives and the effects it will have on the site is starting to become more of a hot topic. Plus of course complying with utility provider limits. Do you think there’s a bit of misconception there? Hmm, well just because the drive has a choke, some believe that further harmonic mitigation is not required. What sort of advice would you give? Like anything, read the manual, ask questions and don’t assume. Save money getting it right the first time - as well as saving alot of time. Men don’t read manuals Pete... Ok, what is the biggest VSD you have worked on and what was the application? A 500 kW, low harmonic VSD was being used to pump water out of a dam into a holding tank where the water was then being pumped 175km via a high voltage drive system to transfer water to another dam. Any major changes you have noticed with VSDs today? The addition of safety related options for drives plus the increase in the different types of fieldbus options and application specific firmware available. So why the big move to sunny Brisbane (Australia)? Before calling Australia home, I was on the south coast of England working for a system integrator doing PLC work on water treatment plants. I had been to Brissie before for a holiday and fell in love with the place. It’s a big city, without the big city feel. The weather and outdoor lifestyle aint bad either. Last question. Million dollars - what now? New home, go mortgage free and a very extended holiday - round the world trip. Very nice! Thanks Pete.

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ussies are a creative bunch... How often do we come up with these amazing ideas with friends over a drink or bbq, but then leave it at that? Crowd funding has made it possible to turn ideas into reality through crowdfunding sites such as Indiegogo and Kickstarter. Aussies have seen alot of success recently, and it has been predicted that 3.4 billion dollars will be raised this year alone.

So what exactly is crowdfunding? Basically it allows new businesses to avoid the banks and getting into debt too early in their lifecycle. There are two basic ways it works. The first is rewards-based crowdfunding, which allows people to contribute money to an as-yet unbuilt product by guaranteeing they will be among the first to receive it if the people behind the idea raise the money they need. The other method is equity crowdfunding, where investors pay to own a slice of the company. Just make sure you do your research first before spending your rent money.

Once only known for tech startups, crowdfunding has been diversifying and is now becoming more commonplace in Australia as the launch-pad for all kinds of industries, from health to community projects.

When you consider, there are over 2 million small businesses in Australia accounting for 68% of employment, it is a fail-safe method to finance small business start-ups without the pressures of finance repayment before business becomes profitable.

What about the Luna Smartbed? Potentially the next big thing, this cover turns any bed into a smartbed. The Luna bed cover manages the temperature of your bed (dual zone if there are two of you), tracks sleeping patterns, is auto-learning, can be controlled by a mobile phone and has an inbuilt smart alarm, which wakes you up at the best moment in your sleep cycle. It also tracks the person’s heart rate and breathing rate. The project has raised over $1M (US) on Indiegogo.

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>> timeline: some of the best aussie inventions through time

1928

Melbourne City Council’s first electrical engineer, Arthur James Arnot patented the world’s first electric drill.

First ever feature-length film ‘The Story of the Kelly Gang’ ran just over 60 minutes to commercial success.

THE UTE

1934

PACEMAKER

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1906

Originally conceived in Geelong VIC by James Harrison. The ‘liquid vapour’ technology is still used today.

ELECTRIC DRILL

1889

1854

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Dr Mark C Lidwell of Sydney devised the first portable apparatus that plugged into an electrical outlet.

The Ford Coupe Utility was born thanks to 22yr old engineer Lewis Brandt.

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A recent success story is father and son Stuart and Cedar Anderson who spent a decade creating a revolutionary system allowing beekeepers to harvest honey on tap, without disturbing the hive. With an initial target of $70,000, within 2 hours they had sold $830K worth of beehives. Within 3 hours they had sold more than a $1M of products. Not a bad effort. The initial run of products will be made in Brissie. Last year two Brisbane-based video game developers used KickStarter to crowdfund a game that was in mid-development after major game maker Sega closed its studios. They aimed for $600K and ended up with almost $800K from about 15,000 funders around the world.

In a standard deck of cards, the King of Hearts is the only king without a mustache.

Crowdfunding sites are leading to innovation and leaving it up to the people whether we want to see this technology. The University of New South Wales has joined this community raising money to finance the Southern Hemisphere’s first road legal solar sports car. The first model of the car, eVe was built as a race car, but the next version will fit the legal requirements of a consumer vehicle. For every 5 hours of charging on a sunny day, the car can travel about 160 kilometres. It can also travel at night for at least 500km thanks to a high efficiency lithium-ion battery. $37,000 has been raised for the project so far.

More people have been to the moon than the bottom of the ocean.

So while it seems like an awesome initiative to get a hold of the latest tech, for those wanting to launch their million-dollar idea, make sure you do your research. Crowdfunding sites take a sizable fee if your funding goal is reached, however it might have not been possible before sites like this existed. With over 40% of businesses expressing they have had successful launches from crowdfunding campaigns, the old saying “There’s no risk, there’s no reward”, seems prevalent.

Only 2% of the world population has green eyes and they are more prevalent in women.

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Boxing is the only sport where we don’t know the score until the contest ends.

ution SA winemaker Thomas Angrove patented the boxed wine that consisted of a polyethylene bag.

‘Four’ is the only word spelt with the same amount of letters as its value.

BIONIC EAR

Wi-Fi

1992

Invented by chemist Dave Warren, the black-box is now installed in every commercial plane in the world.

Researchers in New Zealand have developed a tearless onion. It turns off the gene which produces the enzyme that causes a person to cry.

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Known as the hearing aid, the bionic ear or cochlear implant amplifies sound thanks to Prof. Graeme Clark.

Australia CSIRO holds the patent to this amazing popular invention, that cleans up radio waves.

GOOGLE MAPS

2003

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Two Sydney brothers formed a mapping tech company.

DC/DC CONVERTER CD5 Series The PULS CD5 series of DIN rail mount DC-DC converters are compact, easy to install and offer high reliability. Voltage range from 12 to 48 VDC and current ratings from 3.8 up to 8 amps. Certain models also come with signal contacts allowing the unit to be monitored remotely.

DC/DC CONVERTER CRS-60 Series The Premium CRS-60 series DCDC converters are a robust panel mount unit with the option to DIN rail mount via a mounting clip. Models vary with input voltages ranging from 12 up to 110 VDC and output voltages from 5 through to 48 VDC. Power ratings range from 50-60 watts. All units feature built in protection against overloads and short circuits, as well as reverse input voltage protection, input over currents and under voltage.

product brief DC/DC CONVERTER CRS-500 Series

The Premium CRS-500 series are a 500 watt DC-DC converter dedicated for industrial applications including rail. Tested to EN50155 standards, the railway version is perfect for harsh environments such as trains. Input voltages range from 24 up to 110 VDC with a 24 and 48 VDC output model. Features include input and output voltage OK LED’s, output failure alarm, a remote inhibit input and adjustable output voltage.

DC/DC CONVERTER CRS-240 Series The Premium CRS-240 series are a robust panel mount unit with a DIN rail mounting option. Input voltages range from 12 up to 220 VDC and 5-48 output VDC. Power ratings range from 180 to 280 watts. The units have built in protection against overloads and short circuits, as well as reverse input voltage protection, input over currents and under voltage.

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money! 1 Tabata HD Coffee Table

Find a conventional coffee table boring? The Tabata coffee table brings the forefront of technology to your home with a full 42-inch HD touchscreen embedded. It runs Windows 8.1 and can be fully integrated with other devices via WiFi, Bluetooth & wireless display capabilities. http://fancy.com/things/975887120486898129

2 X2 Underwater Jet Pack You know summer has arrived when you’ve got water propulsion jetpacks strapped to your wrists. Cruise at underwater speeds of up to 9.5km/h and depths of 10 metres. A backpack provides the swimmer with power for an hour per charge plus point and shoot controls. http://igg.me/at/underwater-jet-pack/x

3 New Hendo Hoverboard 2016 should be the year Hendo releases their improved hoverboard and features four ‘hoverboard engines’, improved battery life and engine power, USB connectivity and a safety kill switch. There may be a long waiting list, but seriously I want one! http://hendohover.com

4 Jet Capsule Mini Yacht Want a mini yacht? You got it. Measuring in at just 7.5m long by 3.5m wide, it can carry up to 10 people and packs a 370hp diesel motor with a top speed of 32 knots. Included in the package is air conditioning, fridge, Bose audio system and limousine-style seating. http://fancy.com/things/510815553481346602

5 PowerUp FPV Paper Airplane Drone

Turn your paper plane into a drone! Featuring a wide-angle 360° camera (like R2-D2) and a host of sensors to give it stable flight in autopilot mode. The craft has a 90-metre range, top speed of 32km/h and flight time of 10 minutes. Built tough, it’s made of carbon fibre and nylon. http://fpv.poweruptoys.com

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e g a t l o v & long cables

Does yours measure up?

he sheer size of systems such as printing machines, conveyor belts, steel rolling mills or bottling plants require long cables connecting the individual electrical machinery and system parts.

Data can be transmitted over long distances without problem. However, the same cannot be said about “Voltage drops are often underestimated power for 24V devices. Severe voltage drops and can cause control components to can occur if the wires are not sized properly. fail or trigger a reset.” These voltage drops are often underestimated and can cause control components to fail or trigger a reset. Devices seldom draw current evenly. For 2 example temporary voltage fluctuations can occur when a motor is connected and draws a high starting current so analysing the causes of the failure is therefore much harder. We get similar effects when connecting loads with large input capacities. In this case a DC/DC converter as a “24 volt refresher generates a regulated 24V voltage to compensate for the fluctuation. 3

Decentralised power supplies Locating the power supply unit close to the device is one remedy as the drop at the 230V or 400V end is negligible due to the lower current. This would also counteract the general trend for decentralization. However, 24V power supply units for control circuits are generally still located in a central control cabinet. One reason is the desire to not have a dangerous voltage of 230V or 400V in decentralised control cabinets or machinery parts. Another is reducing the number of power supply units. It is simpler to adapt to the mains power supply with one central, standardized 24V power supply. Calculating the voltage drops across wires

Wire cross-sections (size) are selected according to preference or taken from charts which recommend a cross section according to the ampere value. These chart values are generally optimised to the admissible cable heating, not to the voltage drop. Undersized cross sections are often the result. Calculating voltage drops on wires is no great feat but does

involve mastering some of the uncommon values for material properties, cross sections, line lengths and their odd properties. If one powers a display panel located 30m away, you would expect a standard wire with a cross section of .75mm2 to be adequate. 9V 8V 7V 6V 5V

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The diagram shows a voltage drop of 4.5V for a 1mm2 line. Converted to 0.75mm2 this gives a voltage drop of 6.75V which means that just 17.25V reaches the display panel instead of 24V. These kinds of voltage drops cannot be compensated for simply by turning up the voltage on the power supply unit.

Things to remember when selecting a DC/DC converter It is important that the DC/DC converter has a broad specified input voltage range and that the input shutdown voltage is very low. This enables transient voltage dips to be bridged more efficiently. The converter itself must not cause an unnecessary current load on the input cable which would lead to a larger voltage drop and which could damage the system. The DC/DC converter should instead actively limit the peak input current which occurs for instance when charging capacitors. Ultimately DC/DC converters do more than just adjust voltages. They contribute to system reliability and increase endurance in the event of voltage fluctuations.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;..the higher the humidity within an enclosure, the shorter the life expectancy of the components inside.â&#x20AC;?

Preliminary View eat inside electronic enclosures is a hazard for production and functional safety that is often Many control systems in modern electronic equipment are based on semiunderestimated. Todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s powerful electronic conductor components and computer technology. These components are being assemblies and components inside modern packed in higher density resulting in higher rates of heat dissipation and less machinery and systems are constantly exposed to natural dissipation through the enclosure surface area. Studies have shown that the rigors of increasingly higher temperatures. as the temperature stress increases on these components their life expectancy will decrease significantly. In order to ensure a constant level of operational reliability and a long service life for electronic Humidity Inside Enclosures systems under difficult ambient conditions, it is absolutely essential to know about the decisive Another deadly enemy of electronic equipment is humidity. You will always find a factors involved in air conditioning electronic certain amount of water dissolved in ambient air. The higher the level of humidity within enclosures. an enclosure, the shorter you can expect the life expectancy to be of the components inside. An air conditioner can exert its influence on this by reducing the level of humidity. The operating principle of an air conditioner is to convert warm air into cold air, thereby encouraging the accumulation of condensation inside the air conditioner and dehumidifying the air inside the electronic enclosure therefore reducing the level of humidity.

AIR CONDITIONERS eCool 6000 Series The latest in energy saving technology makes the Pfannenberg 6000 series of Switchboard air conditioners the most economical on the market. With low energy consumption and reduced carbon emissions, the series features extremely efficient installation. Setup completely tool-free, these units can be fitted in just three minutes by one person.

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.

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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switchboard

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cooling

Proper Temperature Settings

A special physical effect is caused by a high degree of fluctuation in ambient temperature. Condensation has been known to accumulate on the inside surface of the electronic enclosure. If the temperature drops below the dewpoint, humidity condenses on the inside surface of the switch board. The dewpoint is a term used to express the precipitation of water from the relative humidity.

Correctly sizing an air conditioner requires precise information on the installed power component’s heat dissipation. It’s important to know how the components are mounted and what type of enclosure is to be used in the installation. Not to be forgotten in this context are the ambient conditions, such as electronic enclosure installation site, dust or emission content in the ambient air, relative humidity and fluctuations in ambient temperatures.

This is one of the reasons the temperature setting inside the electronic enclosure is still set relatively high at ~35° C. (ie typical plant temperature ~35° vs office room temperature ~24° C). Electronics do not need to be cooled down to human comfort levels, but kept below a temperature that prevents degrading of the components.

Check that air intake and extraction in the external circuit of the air conditioner are satisfactory to ensure that the thermal energy can be abducted into the atmosphere in an optimum manner.

Important Project Considerations Early on, during the project-planning phase for your equipment, you should always pay due consideration to the location of your air conditioning system. In the case of equipment with a high packing density, it is important to ensure satisfactory airflow in each of the designed enclosure compartments.

To make it easy Pfannenberg have made their PSS sizing software available to those that want recommendations on products for every unique application. It cleverly takes into account environmental conditions, specifications, heat loads & target conditions. If the airflow volume of components with large-sized built-in fans is greater than that of the cooling system, or if the airflow circuits counteract each other during operation, the refrigeration capacity is considerably reduced and heat pockets can form.

The Future of Cooling Units In the future, cooling will play a more significant role in machine design because it is now more important than ever for machine builders to think of air conditioning early on in the design process preventing expensive re-works and premature component breakdowns.

one giant leap

the new benchmark in safety interlocks The new AZM400 from Schmersal sets a new benchmark in solenoid locking machine safety interlocks, thanks in part to a market leading locking force of 10,000N. It’s perfect for very heavy or even motor driven doors and guards.

10,000 N holding force fail-safe sensor technology

RFID technology high connectivity to safety systems

It’s extremely safe thanks to the integration of Schmersal’s RFID technology and a bi-stable motor driven locking pin, which retains its last locking status in the event of a power outage. It’s suitable for use in Cat 4 PLe systems, and its dual safety inputs and diagnostic outputs ensure you are always on top of fault signalling including easy integration into your current safety system. LEAPS AHEAD OF ITS TIME.

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ur interaction with machinery is constantly evolving thanks to rapid advancement in technology and business processes, which is why safety standards are constantly in review. The once current AS1755-2000 Conveyors’ Safety Requirement has recently been updated due to some oversights for the way they are used. When introduced it specified the minimum safety requirements for the design, installation and guarding of conveyors, however the new standard actually falls under a series of standards ‘AS4024.3’ listed below.

in customised settings and environments. These days conveyors are utilised in a wide range of applications from carrying light loads over short distances (such as pharmaceutical industries) to large conveyors transporting tons of materials over several kilometers (such as mining and heavy

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AS/NZS 4024.3610, General requirements;

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AS/NZS 4024.3611, Belt conveyors for bulk material;

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AS/NZS 4024.3612, Chain conveyor and unit handling;

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AS/NZS 4024.3614, Mobile and transportable conveyors.

PULL-WIRE SWITCH T3Z 068-22YR SAFETY INTERLOCK AZM400 Series The AZM400 is a safe bolt interlock. It contains a coded RFID tag and a catch opening with two permanent magnets into which the locking pin engages. This gives the AZM400 a locking force of 10,000 N. The AZM400 is a bistable system which retains the last locking status of the interlock in the event of a power outage.

With a metal enclosure and robust design, the T3Z 06822YR features a two-side operation with wire up to 2x50m long. A low actuating force means it is versatile for any type of environment. This particular model includes two switches in one enclosure for added configuration.

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industrial applications). This has created a wide variation in design and operating environments for today’s conveyors which ultimately require a wide range of safety strategies. The new AS/NZS 4024.3610 provides general requirements applicable to all the conveyor systems and shall be used in conjunction with other standards of this series according to the type of conveyor used. For example, a bulk material handling conveyor will need to consider the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance comply with the AS4024.3610 and AS4024.3611 standards.

Control Logic provides comprehensive training sessions and onsite services which help designers and end users of the conveyor systems to understand the new standards and use them in their applications.

Aram Dehghani

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

SAFETY SENSOR BNS 40S Series Perfectly suited to the food processing industry, the BNS 40S series features a stainless steel enclosure, concealed mounting if required, no mechanical wear and insensitive to soiling and transverse misalignment. Its design provides a robust long life cycle, and is easy to clean.

With over 18 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.

EMERGENCY STOP Heavy Duty E-stop With its modern yet robust metal housing, and heavy duty latch mushroom button, this emergency stop is the ultimate versatile solution for almost any environment. Completely assembled, it is IP65 rated and suitable for use in dirty environments like large conveyor systems or processing plants.

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sports calendar FEB to MAY ‘16.

NFL

Superbowl XLIX | California USA | 7 Feb

NRL

Auckland Nines | Eden Park, Auckland | 6-7 Feb

Rugby

Sydney Sevens | Moore Park | 6-7 Feb

Soccer

Cricket ICC World Cup Twenty20 | India | 11 Mar- 3 Apr

Golf

US Masters | Augusta, Georgia | 7-10 Apr

Tennis

French Open | Paris | 2-5 Jun

Lifesaving

Australian Surf Life Saving Championships Sunshine Coast | 16-24 Apr

Marathon

Tokyo Marathon | Japan | 28 Feb Boston Marathon | US | 18 Apr London Marathon | UK | 24 Apr

Motor sport

Surfing

Quiksilver Pro | Gold Coast | 10-21 Mar Rip Curl Pro | Bells Beach | 24 Mar- 5 Apr

Drug Aware Pro | Margaret River | 8-19 Apr

Horse racing

FEATURE |

protocol conversion Though the Internet of Things (IoT) may be a hot topic in the media, there seems to be a bit of mystery for some around what is needed to truly make it work. The same holds true for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), called industry 4.0 by some, which may be more of a near term reality than the broader IoT. Considering the industrial reality associated with these terms, what are some of the building blocks of IIoT? What is protocol conversion? Wikipedia describes a protocol converter as â&#x20AC;&#x153;a device used to convert a standard or proprietary protocol of one device to the protocol suitable for the other device or tools to achieve the interoperability.â&#x20AC;? Protocol conversion is the communication fabric that enables you to collect data from different devices and different protocols and translate those in a centralised device so that you can collect and compile data from all over a facility. Then you can turn this data into useable, trend related information and reports that help you to make informed decisions and effectively plan your resources. Some refer to this as the mining and displaying of data for actionable intelligence, which gives you real-time visibility to help make operations more efficient.

Protocol conversion is an important building block for the Industrial Internet of Things, and one you need to be familiar with.

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HMI DISPLAY Graphite Series

DATA STATION PLUS DSP Series

Red Lion’s Graphite advanced operator panels are the industry’s first HMI touchscreens to combine a rugged yet aesthetically-pleasing allaluminium construction with a modular I/O architecture. All of the Graphite models offer drag-and-drop protocol conversion, data logging and web-based monitoring and control. With IECEx and ABS approvals, Graphite enables customers to connect, monitor and control processes in harsh environments.

Red Lion’s Data Station Plus is the single-device solution for protocol conversion. It bridges the communication gap between disparate serial, Ethernet and fieldbus devices. Drag and drop register mapping allows a Siemens PLC to talk to an Allen Bradley drive in just seconds. The Data Station Plus allows you to convert your old PLC’s and drive’s proprietary protocol into a modern and open standard. By unlocking legacy devices, you save money while avoiding a risky upgrade to equipment that is otherwise working perfectly.

HMI DISPLAY G3 Kadet Series Red Lion G3 Kadet HMIs are the perfect choice when what you need is the core functionality and consistent performance of a top-quality HMI. Available in two sizes, our G3 Kadet HMIs cost-effectively deliver the power of best-in-class communications alongside industry-leading protocol conversion capabilities.

What is available? In any Industrial environment, there are often many different devices in use, with each having its own protocol. This means that organisations typically need to handle several different protocols to gather data. The ability to provide protocol conversion in a human machine interface (HMI), like Red Lion’s Graphite HMI’s or any other automation product, is a great way to connect several different devices with different protocols, and aggregate overall data collection.

Protocol conversion is important because organisations often have a mixed bag of devices that have different ages and come from different suppliers or manufacturers. Sometimes these devices can be five, 10 or even 20+ years old. So how can you be IIoT ready when you use such legacy devices to operate many of your processes? Replacing equipment is often not an option because of cost and integration time. You need to find a way to protect your existing investment and make it compatible with more modern equipment.

“Protocol conversion is the communication fabric that enables you to collect data from different devices and different protocols and translate those in a centralised device...” Web-enabled phone Database

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SD card Drive USB thumb USB keyboard

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Red Lion Modular Controller PLC

USB Barcode reader Panasonic PLC

PLC

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GE PLC

Red Lion Panel Meter

The protocol conversion ability in Red Lion Graphite HMIs allows for data collection from mulitple devices from many different suppliers.

DATA LOGGER Modular Controller Series The Red Lion Modular Controller series features an easy method of integrating multi-zone PID control, data acquisition, and I/O into your PC, DCS or PLC control systems. Expanding functionality is simple by stacking up to 16 hot swappable slave modules together to collect data. The Modular Controller is available with features include protocol conversion, built-in web and FTP server.

Speaking the same language Some newer equipment in a facility might be Ethernet ready, while older equipment might use a serial connection and a legacy protocol specific to that vendor. By using automation products such as Red Lion HMIs or Data Station Plus, which offer several serial, USB and Ethernet ports in combination with support for more than 300 industrial protocols, you can easily integrate different devices (and get legacy devices talking with newer devices) to get different equipment to communicate across multivendor environments. Protocol conversion is a concept that you should start looking at now as part of the blueprint for your IIoT readiness plan. With protocol conversion, you can get all of your devices – old and new – communicating to provide a holistic environment view that allows you to plan more effectively and take action.

Australia’s largest island national park is the tropical postcard brought to life: coconut palms, white-sand (and black-sand) beaches, the pummel of a waterfall on your shoulders. It barely even sounds like a bushwalk, which is probably the reason most people stretch this 32-kilometre walk across four days. Only 40 walkers at a time are permitted on the trail, which flanks Hinchinbrook’s east coast, so book permits well in advance.

THORSBORNE TRIAL | QLD

hiking

getting there...

Qantas and Virgin Australia fly from Sydney and Melbourne to Townsville, then it’s 165 kilometres to Cardwell, the main access to Hinchinbrook Island. Book permits at www.derm.qld.gov.au/parks/ hinchinbrook-thorsborne/about.html.

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Margaret River is famous for its wines and whales but it might equally be known for this walk. Stretching 135 kilometres between the lighthouses at Cape Naturaliste and Cape Leeuwin, it spans the length of the Margaret River coast, dipping to beaches, climbing above cliffs and briefly detouring into an isolated stand of karri forest, where the trunks are tall and as straight as barcodes. Though the vineyards aren’t in view of the track, peer out to sea from the cliffs between June and December and you’re likely to see the whales.

getting there...

Cape Naturaliste is 260 kilometres south of Perth. Cape to Cape Explorer Tours specialises in this walk (www. capetocapetours.com.au; www.capetocapetrack.com.au).

getting there...

JATBULA TRIAL | NT getting there... World Expeditions runs six-day hikes on the Jatbula Trail in Nitmiluk National Park, MaySeptember, starting at Katherine Gorge, 310 kilometres south of Darwin (www. worldexpeditions.com.au).

This six-day wilderness hike through the tropical Top End in the footsteps of the Jawoyn people is one of Australia’s best, and least-known, walks. It’s hot, but every day ends with a dip in a croc-free swimming hole or waterfall, beside which you’ll be camping. Not that you need a tent in the dry season - just a sleeping bag and a mosquito net suspended from the branch of a salmon gum, so you can fall asleep gazing at galaxies. It’s remotest Australia at its simplest.

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Pedal from the centre of Adelaide to the heart of the Flinders Ranges, following a marked mountain-bike trail for 900 kilometres through some of South Australia’s most distinctive regions: the Barossa and Clare valleys, Burra and Wilpena Pound. Some sections are remote and long but towns pop up frequently along other stretches, making it feasible to cycle short routes. Recommended sections are the Riesling Trail through the Clare Valley, and the Mawson Trail’s end from Wilpena to Blinman, heading through Bunyeroo Valley with its classic views back to the Pound.

MAWSON TRAIL | SA

getting there...

Consider yourself an adventurer? If you bike or hike (or pike), there is no denying that Australia has some of the most amazing landscapes in the world that is just begging to be explored. We are literally surrounded by unlimited acres of magnificent beauty and potential adventure. Grab your water bottle as we take a moment to look at three of the best adventures by foot or 2 wheels.

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A series of nine Mawson Trail maps can be bought from Bike SA - (www.bikesa.asn.au).

ROTTNEST ISLAND | WA With its roads open only to buses and bicycles, few places are as bike friendly as Perth’s island playground. Beginning at the ferry terminal at Thomson Bay, it’s a 28-kilometre loop around Rotto and its 63-plus beaches. Park at the bike racks and enjoy the reefs at Stark Bay, or snorkel the underwater trail at Little Salmon Bay. For a shorter ride, the section of road around Parker Point and Salmon Bay is the most spectacular.

MURRAY TO MOUNTAINS RAIL TRAIL | VIC

biking

Ferries run regularly between Perth and Rottnest Island (30min) and will carry bicycles, or you can hire one of 1300 bikes on the island (www.rottnestisland.com).

getting there...

For maps, tour operators and food and wine details, see www.murraytomountains.com.au.

It’s hard to decide whether the best thing about Australia’s premier rail trail, which threads through the Ovens Valley from Wangaratta to Bright, is the cycling or the food and wine. Take the side trail to Beechworth for quality restaurants and accommodation, or veer a few kilometres off the trail to the gastronomic pickings of the Milawa gourmet region. Or simply stay on the 84-kilometre main trail to indulge at Gapsted Wines, Bright Berry Farms and the Bright Brewery, among other places. The most difficult bit might be getting back on the bike.

tech: tetris microcard

www.tetrismicrocard.com

power8 tool set

www.power8workshop.com A complete workshop in one box? Ahh yep! Invented by British designer Chris Elsworthy, the Power8 Workshop’s case converts into a table-saw, scroll saw, or drill press (the tablesaw’s fence becomes upright for the drill). The kit comes with four cordless tools: a 5-½” circular saw, a jigsaw, a variable speed 3/8” drill/driver, and a flashlight. An assortment of drill bits, driver bits, and jigsaw

blades plus a soft tool bag are also included. In the bench top mode, one of the kit’s two “power handles” installs into the left side of the bench top cabinet to provide central power, controlled by switches on the front, for a drill press, table-saw, or scroll saw. The left side contains the battery charger and cord. The power handles can drive each one of the tools directly.

Starting out on crowdfunding site ‘Kickstarter’ the one-of-akind Tetris playing business card raised over $400K (US) for the ‘Adruboy’ gaming console, which will allow open source applications. However this Tetris version skips crowdfunding, and is available now for preorder for about $65. Created by Kevin Bates, the Tetris MicroCard features official Tetris gameplay with a brilliant OLED display in a portrait layout. It has six control buttons and a speaker w/mute option, and is USB rechargeable providing six hours of battery life. In a time when everything from your phone to your watch can play Tetris, you’ll be thankful to be free of annoying notifications or other distractions.

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cinema: deadpool Based upon Marvel Comics’ most unconventional anti-hero, DEADPOOL tells the origin story of former Special Forces operative turned mercenary Wade Wilson (played by Ryan Reynolds), who after being

www.foxmovies.com/movies/deadpool subjected to a rogue experiment, leaves him with accelerated healing powers, adopting the alter ego Deadpool. Armed with his new abilities and a dark, twisted sense of humor, Deadpool hunts down the man who nearly destroyed his life.

Unknown to most people, the unexplored regions of the world offer destinations that are unique for vacations. Seen it all? Experience something different and get away from the run-ofthe-mill escapades on mediocre beaches and hotels. We have 5 examples of some of the world’s best unusual holiday ideas.

Your own Fiji Island

Picture this: Crystal clear waters, tropical floral scented breeze, clear blue skies, and no-one around. Yep no screaming kids, obnoxious people, or loud machinery. This is the luxury of spending a day or two in your own rented private Fiji Igloo Village, Finland Island. $2,500 per night. Tourists who seek to rough it in the cold expanse of snowy Finland can visit the sheltered Igloo village. With an array of unique lodging encompassing snow and glass igloos, visitors can experience the northern lights up close and personal.

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We saw glimpes of the Deadpool character from X-Men Origins, and its own spinoff movie has been highly anticipated ever since. The fact it’s a Marvel movie, you know it’s gonna be good. Hits cinemas later in Feb.

travel: unusual holiday destinations

I just fell do accidenta wn the stairs hold in lly wrote a One Dir g a guitar and ection so ng. I used to like my neighbours, until they put a The past, present and password on their WiFi. future walk into a bar. It was tense. How do you keep an idiot in suspense? Exaggerations went up by a million percent last year.

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During a manned mission to Mars, Astronaut Mark Watney is presumed dead after a fierce storm and left behind by his crew. But Watney has survived and finds himself THE MARTIAN MAZE RUNNER: stranded and alone on SCORCH TRIALS the hostile planet.

In this darker sequel to the epic “Maze Runner” saga, Thomas and his fellow ‘Gladers’ face their greatest challenge yet: searching for clues about the mysterious & powerful organisation known as WCKD. The movie is set in a desolate landscape.

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Island of the dolls, Mexico

Dubbed as the creepiest and most bizarre tourist destination in Mexico. The trees grown on this island are decorated with old and mutilated dolls that were hung by the island’s one and only former resident. Tourists offer gifts to appease the spirits upon arrival.

Alcatraz Hotel, San Fran.

Ever wanted to experience life on a lockdown without breaking the law? Why not consider the Alcatraz Hotel? This outrageous lodging is a former German prison retrofitted to accommodate 56 rooms with actual cells as sleeping quarters. Your toilet sits in the corner.

Edinburgh Castle, Scotland

Edinburgh Castle is one of the most popular haunted vacation spots in Scotland. Particular attention has been given to the castle’s prison cells which were allegedly used to quarantine plague victims (also where strong paranormal activity resides). Only the brave stay the night.

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werewolf dog muzzle

www.muzzlemasks.com

Scare your neighbourhood, and yourself with the ‘Werewolf Muzzle’ for your pooch. Moscow based pet care site Zveryatam has come up with this brilliant method of both protecting other people from your dog, and protecting you from other people. It loosely fits over your pup’s mouth and nose, attaching behind its ears, and instantly transforming him (or her) from floppy, lovable Giant Schnauzer to snarling, bloodthirsty hound of the night. The toothy, entrailsladen portion of the muzzle is made of non-toxic plastic, and the interior is leather for comfort. Available in sizing from 20-35cm.

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ford focus RS 2016 | review

Perhaps one of the most anticipated releases this year, Ford Australia has announced its Focus RS hot hatch will land with a $50,990 price tag plus on-roads when it arrives later this year. It undercuts competitors such as the Golf R, M135i, Rs3 and A45, and is In terms of options, there’s not much. claimed to be more powerful than Audi’s With just four colours and two option supercharged S5, and within spitting distance packs on the table for prospective RS of Holden’s 6.0 litre V8 – not bad for a 2.3 litre buyers, customers who like to customise turbocharged four-pot engine. are probably best advised to look elsewhere. In what will likely be the most The new EcoBoost engine drums out an popular option, the $2500 Performance obscene 257kW, aided by a vast turbocharger Wheel Pack delivers 19-inch forged alloys that’s good for about 1.6 bar (23.2 PSI) of to replace the standard 19-inch cast alloy boost. Fuel consumption is rated at 8.1 wheels. l/100km and drinks 95 or 98 RON premium fuel, but it’s blistering quick. The 0-100km/h Where previous RS Focuses were kitted sprint done in just 4.7 seconds, and features out with clever limited-slip differentials and selectable driving modes (including a ‘drift complex independent suspension to stay on mode’), dynamic torque vectoring and the straight and narrow, the upcoming RS is performance Brembo brakes. the first to utilise all-wheel drive in an effort to tackle its mammoth grunt.

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Inside, there’s Recaro sports seats, a flatbottomed steering wheel, alloy pedals, Ford’s SYNC 2 connectivity system, a gauge package including turbo-boost and oil pressure along with blue RS stitching and RS logos. While it’s a $12,000 premium over the current 184kW ST, it is still $9000 less than the previous-generation 224kW Focus RS sold here in 2010/2011. The Focus RS could be the performance bargain of 2016.

tech: sphero BB-8

www.sphero.com/starwars So you’ve seen the movie, now get the droid. The Star Wars Sphero BB-8 is a plastic remote controlled toy featuring an internal magnet positioned at the top of the ball, with matching magnets inside BB-8’s head. As BB-8 rolls around, the magnets stay on top, theoretically holding it in place. It’s controlled through your iOS or

Street Fighter V

Street Fighter V carries on the sidescrolling fighting gameplay of its predecessors, using a variety of attacks and special abilities to knock out their opponent. The “V-Gauge” is a new feature, which builds as the player receives attacks and adds three new techniques: V-Skills, V-Reversals, and V-Triggers

Uncharted 4

Set three years after the events of Uncharted 3, Nathan Drake, now retired has settled into a normal life. Suddenly his brother, long believed dead, appears seeking his help.

Android phone and has three functions including digital joystick controls, with built-in voice control. The second function is the ability to send BB-8 exploring, allowing the robot to autonomously roam adorable. The final and coolest feature is being about to record a short video message and then have it beam it from BB-8’s head like a holographic message. It’s available now for $249.95.

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tech: batband

studiobananathings.com Do your earphones fit over your ears? How boring...! With BATBAND you can listen to music using your inner ear while still making use of your outer ear for everything else. It features 3 transducers that are capable of emitting sound waves to your inner ear. The frequency allows the sounds to conduct through the bones of the skull. Sounds insanely space-age. Simply place the gadget around the back of your head and pair it with a mobile device via Blue-tooth. It can be recharged with a USB port and does not require software or updates. Originally funded through ‘Kickstarter’ and will retail for about $280.

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UNIVERSAL COUNTER & RATE METER

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Count, rate, dual counter & rate meter 50 to 250 VAC or 21.6 to 250 VDC 6/9 digit dual line/colour display

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PRESSURE TRANSMITTER

BD Sensors LMP 307 Series • • •

Stainless steel sensor w/27mm diameter High accuracy 0.35 % FSO 4-20mA output w/10m PVC lead

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Compact 35mm diameter 24VDC Incandescent lamps 150mm Stand mount

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304120 | $0.50 ex gst 2.5mm Grey screw terminal 304130 | $0.65 ex gst 4mm Grey screw terminal 304140 | $0.80 ex gst 6mm Grey screw terminal

MULTIPLE PROTOCOL CONVERTER Red Lion Data Station Plus • • •

Converts up to 15 protocols simultaneously Free software allows easy data mapping to PLCs, PCs & SCADA systems 2 RS232, 1 RS422/485 serial ports, 1 Eth. port that connects up to 10 protocols

DSPLE000 | $675

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SCREW TERMINALS Klemsan AVK Series Standard feed through terminals High quality Local stock various | fr

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Puls Piano Series

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7.5kW (16A) Soft starter Built-in ‘bypass’ contactor Compact size

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PIR6W-1P-24VAC/DC | $7.95 ex gst

INTERFACE RELAY

SOFT STARTER

24VAC/DC coil Only 6mm wide c/w base LED indication

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CCTV PROTECTION Novaris SFD Series • • •

Combined power & signal protector 6A, 30V Surge filter & BNC female Ideal for security & CCTV cam protection

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SWITCHBOARD FILTER FAN Pfannenberg Filter Fan • • •

Airflow rate of 25m3/h Easy tool-less installation 24VDC powered & IP54 rated

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Direct connect up to 45A RSS485 Modbus RTU support IEC 62053-21 class 1

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If you can’t find what you are looking for, be sure to contact us for a no obligation quote. We stock everything locally for quick delivery including same day dispatch for all stocked items. Don’t forget that every product we sell comes with complimentary technical support.

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CODED SAFETY SENSOR Schmersal BNS 40S Series • • •

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PROG. LOGIC CONTROLLER Panasonic FP0R Series • • •

8 dig. inputs, 6 relay outputs, 1 RS232 Ultra compact at only 25mm wide Free IEC programming software

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f you are like most businesses and have sudden anxiety at the thought of your power bill, there is a way to reduce the angst. While energy suppliers are seemingly increasing their prices each year, they are however rewarding customers with a good ‘power factor’ with a reduced bill. What is power factor? There are two types of power that exists; namely ‘real’ and ‘reactive’. Real power is the power you actually use, whereas reactive power is excess power not used but still measured as part of your ‘apparent’ power usage (real combined with reactive power). Basically, sites with a poor power factor will often experience higher than average energy bills due to wasted (reactive) power. Where do I find this information? To get started, head to the Control Logic homepage and click on ‘Services’. This will bring up a sub-list, and reveal the ‘Power Factor Correction’ link. Within the Power Factor page, you can download a flyer with more information or read the contents on screen. You will also have an idea what types of options are available to you and how to contact us. We partner with ABB, a leader in power factor correction and offer customers access to a rich experience in analysis, design and engineering skills for managing Power Quality issues.

How will power correction help? In addition to saving costs by avoiding penalty charges for poor power factor there are other benefits of installing power factor correction. Your equipment will be more energy efficient and will run with a lower temperature to increase service life. You should gain additional capacity and increase system load capabilities from existing equipment such as transformers, switchgear and supply cables. Also get peace of mind knowing you are running your workplace as efficiently as possible. What’s the process? If you believe you might be paying too much for power, Control Logic offer free consultations to see if poor power factor is to blame, and provide options to rectify it. If we determine that correction is needed there are several options available to you. Depending on your requirements, power factor equipment can be either wall mounted or free standing and suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications. Anything else? We can supply, install, design or service your power factor correction equipment to cover every aspect of your power efficiency. Call 1800 557 705 and talk to a Power Factor specialist to get started. Don’t be at the mercy of power utility companies. Get your complimentary consultation and start saving!

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