Electricity + Control February 2016

CONTROL SYSTEMS + AUTOMATION

ROUND UP

Radar dual-zone sensor - superior detection

Banner Engineering has introduced a new FrequencyModulated Con- tinuousWave (FMCW) radar sensor for reliable detection of moving or stationary objects. Featuring a very narrow 11 by 13 degree beam pattern, the R-GAGE Q240 sensor is ideal for monitoring a specific area without detecting adjacent objects. With two independent ad-

stationary objects.This makes it ideal for outdoor applications, such as port crane collision avoidance and overhead crane monitoring.” The R-GAGE Q240 provides easy set-up and configuration of range, sensitivity and output with simple DIP switches, avoiding the train- ing and complicated PC interface required for many other products. The sensor also features rugged IP67 housing to withstand harsh environments and ensure reliable performance in temperatures ranging from -40 to 149 ºF. The sensor has no moving parts and a rugged design that resists high-shock and vibration conditions. Combined with its robust outdoor performance, the R-GAGE Q240 is a more reliable solution with lower costs for purchase and maintenance than traditional laser scanner solutions. For optimal outdoor performance, the optional snap-on all-weather shield protects against extreme weather condi- tions and helps shed liquid off the face of the sensor.

justable sensing zones, the sensor provides far and near proximity warning signs with the capability to detect objects over 40 metres away. “Our new R-GAGE Q240 sensor is extremely robust and provides reliable detection capabilities,” said, Brad Ragozzino,Technical Marketing Engineer, Banner Engineering. “Re- gardless of weather conditions such as wind, falling rain or snow, fog, humidity, air temperatures or light, the Q240 easily detects moving or

Enquiries: BrandonTopham. RET Automation Controls. Email brandon.topham@retautomation.com

Acquisition: Distributor inTurkey

Yokogawa's subsidiary,Yokogawa Europe B.V. has acquired 100% of the shares of its distributor inTurkey, Birle ş ik Endüstriyel SistemlerVe Tesisler A Ş . (BEST), which is based in Izmir.The acquisition of shares was carried out on 25 November. With this acquisition,Yokogawa strengthens its focus onTurkey as a market with substantial growth potential. It will allowYokogawa to extend its position in promising segments such as the power industry. Through the acquisition,Yokogawa will also enhance its relationships with customers inTurkey. “BEST has beenYokogawa’s distributor since 1977 and has already built an excellent reputation in the oil and gas industries, where it will continue to provide great value to customers,” comments

Yokogawa Europe’s president Herman van den Berg. “Yokogawa is committed to working with customers as partners to help them get maximum value from their plant operations, and this acquisition is a major step forward in our plans to grow our footprint in emerging markets, and specifically in target industries including the power and energy sectors”. Yokogawa celebrated its 100 th anniversary in 2015, and is continuing to create new value with its clients for a brighter future.The company is now accelerating its efforts to bring about a transformation that will allow it to sustain growth for another 100 years. Enquiries: Christie Cronje.Tel. 27(0)11 831 6300 Christie.cronje@za.yokogawa.com

Acquisition of CD-adapco by Siemens

Siemens and CD-adapco have entered into a stock purchase agreement for the acquisition of CD-adapco by Siemens. The purchase price is $970 M. CD-adapco is a global engineering simulation company with software solutions covering a wide range of engineering disciplines including Fluid Dy- namics (CFD), Solid Mechanics (CSM), heat transfer, particle dynamics, reactant flow, electrochemistry, acoustics and rheology. Last fiscal year, CD-adapco had over 900 employees and revenue of close to $200 M with software-typical double digit margins. On average, CD-adapco increased its rev- enue at constant currencies by more than 12% annually over the past three fiscal years. Siemens expects this business to continue to experience strong growth in the future. “As part of its Vision 2020, Siemens is ac- quiring CD-adapco and sharpening its focus on growth in digital business and expanding

innovation and lowers product development costs. CD-adapco simulation tools, led by the flagship product STAR-CCM+, allow engineers to discover better designs, faster. Enquiries: Email jennifer.naidoo@siemens.com

its portfolio in the area of industry software. Simulation software is key to enabling cus- tomers to bring better products to themarket faster and at less cost. With CD-adapco, we’re acquiring an established technology leader that will allow us to supplement our world-class industry software portfolio and

deliver on our strategy to further expand our digital enterprise portfolio,” said Klaus Helmrich, member of the Managing Board of Siemens. CD-adapco is a global engineering simula- tion company with a unique vision for Multidisciplinary Design eXploration (MDX). Engineering simulation pro- vides the most reliable flow of information into the de- sign process, which drives

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