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Ultra compact IR camera for metals
OPTRIS , specialists in non-contact temperature
measurement, has launched the newOPTRIS PI 1M
Infrared (IR) camera, especially suited to measur-
ing the temperature of metals, as these exhibit a
distinctly higher emissivity at the short measure-
ment wavelength of 1 μm than at measurements
in the previously conventional wavelength range
of 8 – 14 μm.
The advantage of temperature measurements
with the new infrared camera lies in the large
amount of information in an IR picture/IR video
and the short reaction time of 1 ms for the output
of temperature information of freely selectable
individual pixels. The use of these new image sen-
sors allows a large dynamic range for temperature
measurement so that the previously necessary
use of relatively many and narrowly defined sub-
ranges is no longer required. Intelligent measuring
with a pyrometer is now possible thanks to the
two-dimensional temperature recording of the
Optris PI 1M. With the large measurement tem-
perature range of 450 – 1 800 °C, that Optris PI 1M
IR camera offers, it satisfies practically all demands
in the fields of metal production and processing.
Pertinent features of the Optris PI 1M IR camera:
• Highly flexible CMOS detector with an optical
resolution of up to 764 x 480 pixels
• Very large temperature measurement range
(without sub-ranges) of 450 °C to 1800 °C
• Frame rates of up to 1 kHz for fast processes
• Real-time output of middle pixel at a set-up
time of 1 m
• Includes licence-free analysis software and full
SDK
Enquiries: Instrotech.Tel. 010 595 1831 or
email
Wireless, remote data logger using GSM network to send data via SMS
Schneider Electric, the global specialist in
energy management, has introduced the
launch of SCADAPack 50 data logger, the
latest innovation for monitoring applica-
tions when power and network access are
either unavailable or prohibitively chal-
lenging. Compact and
self-powered (offering up
to five years autonomy),
the SCADAPack 50 de-
vice monitors and logs
analogue, discrete, and
Modbus process inputs.
It reports logged data
and alarms via SMS over
existing GSM infrastruc-
ture to any SCADA host application. The
enclosure is IP68-rated for applications
where environmental protection is required.
In a typical installation, process data is
monitored and stored locally in the device
and transmitted to a host according to
configurable sampling and transmission
rates. Logged data is sent over the GSM
network as binary data files using the SMS
PDU format. Additionally, discrete inputs
can be used to trigger alarm transmission
to both the host and/or SMS-enabledmobile
devices.The SCADAPack 50 unit can be used
in a variety of markets and applications, such
as water infrastructure, bulk storage level,
and more. On the reception end, any GSM
modem compatible with Hayes commands
can be used. Both 2G and 3G options exist
for network connectivity as well as internal
and external antenna options. From a host
perspective, SCADAPack 50 networks are
natively compatible with Schneider Electric
StruxureWare SCADA Expert ClearSCADA
software. The SCADAPack 50 unit also has
an OPC enabled gateway that can interface
with any third-party SCADA host.
Once the user has activated the internal
SIM card and configured the SCADAPack
50 data logger, no intervention is typically
required during its entire battery life.
Enquiries: Ntombi Mhangwani. Email
ROUND UP CONTROL SYSTEMS + AUTOMATION
Looking for that easy ‘X’ factor
In automation, all of the potential measures for saving must be
consistently utilised – from planning to implementation, commis-
sioning and operation. Ingeniously automated systems are required
to deal with the increasing needs of a fully developed infrastructure
or industrial factory; these can be monitored and controlled effec-
tively and efficiently through the use of flexible, reliable, and user-
friendly equipment. A great example of this innovative technology
is the highly renowned Easy XLogic , diversity in both switching
and control.
The Easy XLogic is ideally suited for implementing simple auto-
mation tasks in industry and building management systems. The
intelligent logic module leaves little to be desired in terms of func-
tionality, with a large memory capacity, user friendly programming
abilities, efficient use of control and many expansions options, the
Easy XLogic can control even the most complex of plants without
any problems. In combination with the Easy XLogic’s software, the
handling of our logic controller is child’s play: Creating programs,
project simulation, the drag and drop functionality as well as dia-
grammed documentation are all reasons why the Easy XLogic has
proven itself and been widely acclaimed for the effective use in
multiple applications worldwide.
To ensure diverse applications can be accomplished, the Easy
range has been expanded to GSM units (XMessenger) as well
as WIFI units, and various expansions modules for extra IOs and
functionality, not forgetting to mention the dynamic LCD display
and voice activations modules. These
micro Programmable Logic Controllers
(PLCs) are truly diverse, reliable and
flexible, and can provide solutions to
a wide amount of applications where
automation is involved.
Enquiries: Daryn Chalmers,
Gator Products.Tel. 021 982 7561
or email
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