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DEEP LINKS FROM 411 Publishing
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How to list on 411
How to list and change your listing with 411 Publishing
Advanced Manufacturing Research (AMR)
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APWA Jobsearch
Seach for jobs in public services through associated companies -
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DEEP LINKS FROM Advanced Manufacturing Research and Collaboration Cluster
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Biomass
Learn more about Biomass.
Agile Manufacturing Benchmarking Consortium
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Industry and process focused internet links -
Membership
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Quality Concepts
Concepts in quality control and the missions of ASQ
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Laboratory
AMCA International’s testing laboratory is equipped with the latest, state-of-the-art equipment and performs tests in accordance with all of AMCA International’s test standards and other international standards.
American Association of Purchasing Professionals
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Membership Information
Information about member benefits and requirements -
Tech Links
Links to technological resources and associated companies
American Gas Association (AGA)
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Issues summaries
Learn about issues related to natural gas production and transport. -
Membership Information
Information about member benefits and requirements
American Production & Inventory Control Society Inc. (AICS)
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM American Production & Inventory Control Society Inc. (AICS)
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Webinars
Links to Online seminars from APICS and other industry experts -
Legislative policy
The ATA's official stance on legislative issues pertinant to the trucking industry
DEEP LINKS FROM American Productivity & Quality Center (APQC)
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Studies
An outline of APQC's best practices studies -
Publications
A list of the publications distributed by the Asian-Packaging Federation
American Public Works Association (APWA)
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM American Public Works Association (APWA)
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APWA Jobsearch
Seach for jobs in public services through associated companies -
Links
Industry and associated links on wire manufacturing
American Society for Quality (ASQ)
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Quality Concepts
Concepts in quality control and the missions of ASQ -
AFE Chapters Map
An interactive map where you can find a chapter in your area, and even apply now
American Supply Association
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Tech Links
Links to technological resources and associated companies -
News Room
Links and News from the latest in the equipment manufacturers industry
American Trucking Association
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Legislative policy
The ATA's official stance on legislative issues pertinant to the trucking industry -
Member Directory
An alphabatized list of association members
AS-interface
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Overview of AS-Interface
What AS-Interface can do for you -
Links
Industry and process focused internet links
Associated Wire Rope Fabricators
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Associated Wire Rope Fabricators
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Links
Industry and associated links on wire manufacturing -
Membership Application
Options and requirements for member application
Association for Facilities Engineers
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AFE Chapters Map
An interactive map where you can find a chapter in your area, and even apply now -
"The Supplier's Edge" Magazine
The associations quarterly magazine
Association for Manufacturing Excellence
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Learning resources
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Business Research
Links to research projects and opportunities as well as literature on business strategies and information
Association of Equipment Manufacturers
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Association of Equipment Manufacturers
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News Room
Links and News from the latest in the equipment manufacturers industry -
"The Flight Plan" ADMA News
Industry and association news from the ADMA's magazine "Flight Plan"
Association of Ingersoll-Rand Distributors (AIRD)
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Association of Ingersoll-Rand Distributors (AIRD)
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Member Directory
An alphabatized list of association members -
Membership Information
A look at the different membership offers from the Benchmarking Exchange
Association of Pool & Spa Professionals (The) (APSP)
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Gallery
A gallery of associated companies' work -
Manufacturers and Suppliers Links
Links to associated manufacturers and suppliers in the bicycle industry
Association of Steel Distributors ASD
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Membership Application
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Showrooms
Links to member company showrooms
Association of Woodworking & Furnishings Suppliers (AWFS)
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Association of Woodworking & Furnishings Suppliers (AWFS)
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"The Supplier's Edge" Magazine
The associations quarterly magazine -
Calendar of Events
A monthly calendar of AWFS sponsored and recommended events -
Contacts
AWFS contacts and email -
Links Page
Links to similar surface treatment business and research associations
Automated Imaging Association (AIA)
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Automated Imaging Association (AIA)
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Vision standards
GigE Vision, Camera Link standards
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Product Portals
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My.Automation.com
My.Automation.com was created by Automation.com to allow automation professionals to network online with other automation professionals around the world. Create a profile today! -
Automation News
Read about the latest news, products, mergers, and partnerships throughout the industrial automation, process control and instrumentation industries on Automation.com.
Aviation Distributors and Manufacturers Association (ADMA)
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Aviation Distributors and Manufacturers Association (ADMA)
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"The Flight Plan" ADMA News
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Building Stone Magazine
Trends, news and information on the stone building industry
Benchmarking Exchange Research
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Membership Information
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Codes and Standards
Links to committees and papers on product plumbing and heating product standards
Best Manufacturing Practices
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Best practices surveys
Best Manufacturing Practices (BMP) Program encourages organizations to operate their enterprise at a higher level of efficiency and become more competitive through the implementation and sharing of Best Practices.
Bicycle Product Suppliers Association (BPSA)
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Bicycle Product Suppliers Association (BPSA)
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Organization News
News, standards and events from Ceta and affiliated organizations
British Furniture Manufacturers
HomepageBritish Surface Treatment Suppliers Association (BSTSA)
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Industry Links
Links to articles on the science of distribution
Building Stone Institute
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Building Stone Magazine
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Building Stone Institute
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Industry Links
Links to companies, affiliations, and trade organizations related to the hardware industry
Business Software Alliance (BSA)
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Anti-Piracy Information
Types of Piracy, Why a License Matters, Product Activation, Piracy and the Law, Tools & Resources, Internet Piracy, Report Piracy -
Issues summaries
Learn about issues related to natural gas production and transport.
CAM-I
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM CAM-I
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Resources
Cost Management Systems, Process Based Management, Presentations from the CAM-I/CMA Cost, Process and Performance Management Summit, Other Websites, Other Management Methods and Tools, Beyond Budgeting Roundtable -
Overview of AS-Interface
What AS-Interface can do for you
CAN in Automation
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM CAN in Automation
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Downloads
CiA industrial network specifications -
Learning resources
Members have written and published a variety of books, and created DVD videos on topics to help improve your organization.
Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating (CIPH)
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating (CIPH)
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Codes and Standards
Links to committees and papers on product plumbing and heating product standards -
RFID and Bar Code Links
Links to information on how bar codes and RFID's work and are used in business
CANEUS
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Pilot projects
What constitutes a micro-nano technology (MNT) prototype or Pilot Project? -
Vision standards
GigE Vision, Camera Link standards
Cleaning Equipment Trade Association
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Organization News
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Press Releases
Issues of the EFC's newsletter are offered in links
Coal Utilization Research Council (CURC)
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Coal Utilization Research Council (CURC)
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Links and documents
All government documents that impact clean coal activities.
Control and Information System Integrators Association (CSIA)
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Control and Information System Integrators Association (CSIA)
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How to find a system integrator
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Best practices surveys
Best Manufacturing Practices (BMP) Program encourages organizations to operate their enterprise at a higher level of efficiency and become more competitive through the implementation and sharing of Best Practices.
Control.com
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Control.com
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Automation List
The Automation List is an e-mail based, non-commercial forum for the discussion of automation topics, including PLCs, plant networks, and other automation concerns.
ControlNet International
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Specifications
Form allows order specs for ControlNet and EtherNet/IP industrial network protocols. -
Resources
Cost Management Systems, Process Based Management, Presentations from the CAM-I/CMA Cost, Process and Performance Management Summit, Other Websites, Other Management Methods and Tools, Beyond Budgeting Roundtable
DEEP LINKS FROM Converting Magazine
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White Papers
White Papers on RFID news and research as well as other research in the convertin field
Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association (CEMA)
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Press Releases
EPA newsroom with new regulations, newsletters, and events
Council of Fleet Specialists (CFS)
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Council of Fleet Specialists (CFS)
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Calendar of Events
Upcoming events from the ESA
Division of Robotics, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Lund University
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Division of Robotics, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Lund University
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Robot friends
Robotics Lab promots productive robotics research. -
Downloads
CiA industrial network specifications
EAN International Bar Code and RFID Portal
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RFID and Bar Code Links
Links to information on how bar codes and RFID's work and are used in business -
News and Updates
News on patent information and innovation across Europe
Edmund Optics Technical Support Library
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Edmund Optics Technical Support Library
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Machine vision technical library
Glossary, links, FAQs, Gauging Depth of Field in Your Imaging System -
Pilot projects
What constitutes a micro-nano technology (MNT) prototype or Pilot Project?
Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI)
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI)
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Advanced science and technology
Technology Innovation (TI) implements a strategic R&D portfolio spanning all areas of the electricity sector, from power generation, delivery, and end use to health, safety, and the environment. -
Links and documents
All government documents that impact clean coal activities.
Electro-Federation Canada Inc. (EFC)
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Electro-Federation Canada Inc. (EFC)
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Press Releases
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Educational Programs
A list of educational events and registration times for programs designed to develop business and manufacturing expertise
Elsevier Science
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Scopus database
Database provides scientifict information and patents.
Engineering E-Library
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Engineering E-Library
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Database upgrade expected
Royal Institute of Technology Library and Lund University Libraries, Sweden are working on creating a new service, based on the original All Engineering services.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
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Educational Resources
For Kids, Students, High Schools, Teachers, Office of Environmental Education and Researchers -
Press Releases
EPA newsroom with new regulations, newsletters, and events -
Industry Information
Links to leading members of the internet solutions community with descriptions and websites
Equipment Reliability Institute
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Equipment Reliability Institute
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Open Courses
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How to find a system integrator
Download completely objective and truly authoritative guidelines for evaluating a control system integrator.
Equipment Service Association (ESA)
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White Papers
The Global Technology Distribution Council’s white papers are an invaluable tool for describing and defining the “channel in action.” They are available to interested parties here at no charge. We encourage anyone that wants to know about or better understand the information technology channel or the role distributors play in that channel to read these papers
European Committee for Standardization (CEN)
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Newsroom
News' reports on new standards, the latest developments in CEN's different domains and announces conferences, workshops, symposia and other events organized by CEN or other organizations closely related to CEN's activities. -
Membership Info
A look at the different types and benefits of membership
Fabricators & Manufacturers Association (FMA)
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Fabricators & Manufacturers Association (FMA)
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Educational Programs
A list of educational events and registration times for programs designed to develop business and manufacturing expertise -
Web Standard Clock
See official time clocks from all of Canada's six time zones
FDT Group
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What is FDT technology
Learn about benefits of field device tool technology.
Federation of Internet Solution Providers of the Americas (FISPA)
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Federation of Internet Solution Providers of the Americas (FISPA)
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Industry Information
Links to leading members of the internet solutions community with descriptions and websites -
Homepages
A listing of member homepages with research and academic information
Fieldbus Foundation
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Glossary of Terms
In an effort to streamline their standards the Fieldbus Foundation has developed a glossary of useful industry terms -
End user support
FOUNDATION fieldbus provides significant benefits in the automation life cycle, including increased data, an expanded view of the process, reduced system hardware and wiring, remote access and faster start-ups. -
Automation List
The Automation List is an e-mail based, non-commercial forum for the discussion of automation topics, including PLCs, plant networks, and other automation concerns.
FIPA, an IEEE Computer Society standards organization
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM FIPA, an IEEE Computer Society standards organization
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Specification repository
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Specifications
Form allows order specs for ControlNet and EtherNet/IP industrial network protocols.
Fluid Controls Institute
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Educational info
FCI has developed many standards and educational publications that will assist users and purchasers of fluid control and conditioning equipment. -
Robot friends
Robotics Lab promots productive robotics research.
Fluid Power Distributors Association (FPDA)
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Fluid Power Distributors Association (FPDA)
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Training & Education
The FDPA offers training and education. We also offer monthly web-based seminars for Distribution Management Excellence. A series of web-based seminars that focus on critical distribution management functions are offered through the year. The programs are specifically targeted to address some of the current operational challenges faced by fluid power distributors, including sales process management, hiring and promoting the best people, and managing health care costs.
DEEP LINKS FROM Fluid Sealing Association
GHY CONSTRUCTION CO.,LTD.
HomepageGlobal Technology Distribution Council (GTDC)
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Global Technology Distribution Council (GTDC)
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White Papers
The Global Technology Distribution Council’s white papers are an invaluable tool for describing and defining the “channel in action.” They are available to interested parties here at no charge. We encourage anyone that wants to know about or better understand the information technology channel or the role distributors play in that channel to read these papers -
Research
A look at some of the institutes work on microwave furnaces with diagrams and explanations
HART Communication Foundation
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Specifications
HART Field Communication Protocol Specifications -
Machine vision technical library
Glossary, links, FAQs, Gauging Depth of Field in Your Imaging System
IASTED
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM IASTED
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Frequently asked questions about IASTED.
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Advanced science and technology
Technology Innovation (TI) implements a strategic R&D portfolio spanning all areas of the electricity sector, from power generation, delivery, and end use to health, safety, and the environment.
IEEE Control Systems Society
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Technical activities
Primary responsibility of the IEEE Control Systems Society (CSS) Technical Activities Board (TAB) is to provide technical resources, and opportunities for technical collaboration, for CSS members. -
Scopus database
Database provides scientifict information and patents.
IMTS
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Emerging Technology Center
Manufacturing-specific technologies, new initiatives and capabilities in the next three to five years, and what the industry needs to do now to get there -
Database upgrade expected
Royal Institute of Technology Library and Lund University Libraries, Sweden are working on creating a new service, based on the original All Engineering services.
DEEP LINKS FROM Industrial Distribution
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Calendar of Events
Upcoming events and conferences in the distribution industry
Industrial Supply Association
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Membership Info
A look at the different types and benefits of membership -
Research
An outline of the institute's future and past research projects
Industrial Truck Association (ITA)
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Member Products
Member lift truck devices, including forklifts, pallet jacks and rear loading trucks -
Flight Plan Newsletter
Read Flight Plan, the IQA's up to date newsletter with industry information and association news
Institute for Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
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Education
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Glossary of terms
Find terms related to vibration and shock
Institute of Fundamental Techological Research (IFTR)
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Institute of Fundamental Techological Research (IFTR)
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Homepages
A listing of member homepages with research and academic information
Institute of Instrumentation and Control - Australia
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Technical papers
Search technical paper database -
What is FDT technology
Learn about benefits of field device tool technology.
Institute of Materials Processing affiliated with the Michigan Technological University
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Research
A look at some of the institutes work on microwave furnaces with diagrams and explanations
Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE)
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE)
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Research
An outline of the institute's future and past research projects
Institute of Quality Assurance (IQA)
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Institute of Quality Assurance (IQA)
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Flight Plan Newsletter
Read Flight Plan, the IQA's up to date newsletter with industry information and association news
Instrumentation, Systems and Automation Society (ISA)
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ISA standards
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End user support
FOUNDATION fieldbus provides significant benefits in the automation life cycle, including increased data, an expanded view of the process, reduced system hardware and wiring, remote access and faster start-ups.
Intelligent Manufacturing Systems
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Projects
The current range of IMS R&D projects is listed here with a link to a three-page abstract. -
Specification repository
Entire set of Preliminary, Experimental and Standard status specifications is available.
Interbus Club
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Industrial network comparisons
11 industrial networks are compared in a table. -
Educational info
FCI has developed many standards and educational publications that will assist users and purchasers of fluid control and conditioning equipment.
DEEP LINKS FROM International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)
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Newsroom
View articles and reports related to electronics manufacturing -
Standards development
Developing international standards requires the right resources, tools and information. It’s all here, from graphical symbols and terminology databases, to FAQs, search functions, websites and discussion fora. -
Specifications
HART Field Communication Protocol Specifications
International Engineering Consortium
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Online education
Provides in-depth technology overviews and education through whitepaper tutorials (Web ProForums) and streaming media (iForums, TecPreviews, and CTP). -
Frequently asked questions about IASTED.
Plagiarism, Registration Fees, Attendance, Authors, Presenting, Conference Essentials, Indexing
International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA)
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DEEP LINKS FROM International Quality & Productivity Center
International Truck Parts Association
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Research
Logistics management research
Machine Vision Unit of the Artificial Intelligence Department at the University of Edinburgh
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Current research
Diagram of machine vision research. -
Technical activities
Primary responsibility of the IEEE Control Systems Society (CSS) Technical Activities Board (TAB) is to provide technical resources, and opportunities for technical collaboration, for CSS members.
DEEP LINKS FROM Machinery Dealers National Association (MDNA)
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Search for Machinery
Locate used machinery and equipment offered by MDNA members. Use one of the convenient search tools below or use the FREE Buy-Sell Service to find machines you need and advertise equipment you want to sell
DEEP LINKS FROM Manufacture Alabama
DEEP LINKS FROM Manufacturers Agents National Association (MANA)
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Publications
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Links
View links to useful resources
Manufacturers Alliance
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Useful links
U.S., state government, international organizations, associations, think tanks, special interest -
Emerging Technology Center
Manufacturing-specific technologies, new initiatives and capabilities in the next three to five years, and what the industry needs to do now to get there
Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association
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DEEP LINKS FROM Manufacturing Execution Systems Association - (MESA International )
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News & Events
View upcoming industry events
MAT
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Research
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Technical papers
Search technical paper database
DEEP LINKS FROM Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA)
DEEP LINKS FROM Material Handling Industry Of America (MHIA)
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Bookstore
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Promat Show
Material handling information -
ISA standards
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Publications
View our publications
DEEP LINKS FROM Material Handling Product News
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Links
View links to useful industry resources
Measurement, Control & Automation Association (MCAA)
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Career center
Measurement, control and automation industry's best resource for online employment connections. -
Projects
The current range of IMS R&D projects is listed here with a link to a three-page abstract.
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MSCI Foundation
The MSCI Foundation for Continuing Education is the entity responsible for the institute's education and training programs. -
Links
View links to related sites
DEEP LINKS FROM Metric Importers of North America (MINA)
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Fastener Quality Act
View the Fastener Quality Act
DEEP LINKS FROM Modern Materials Handling
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Links
View links to useful industry resources
NASA
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM NASA
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Technology reports
http://www.nasa.gov/audience/forresearchers/features/index.html
DEEP LINKS FROM National Association of Manufacturers (NAM)
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Membership
Why you should join
DEEP LINKS FROM National Association of Metal Finishers (NAMF)
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Industry Resources Online
This page is designed to provide an organized list of links so that members and other visitors to our website can quickly locate other sites within a desired subject area.
National electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)
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Standard
Motors and Generators standard -
About NEMA
Information about the National Electrical Manufacturers Association -
National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)
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Industrial network comparisons
11 industrial networks are compared in a table.
DEEP LINKS FROM National Oil Recyclers Association (NORA)
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Newsletter
Liquid Recycling: The Official NORA Newsletter
DEEP LINKS FROM National Petroleum Council (NPC)
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Links
Integrated Oil and Gas Companies
National Petroleum Refiners Association (NPRA)
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM National Petroleum Refiners Association (NPRA)
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Petrochemical
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Online education
Provides in-depth technology overviews and education through whitepaper tutorials (Web ProForums) and streaming media (iForums, TecPreviews, and CTP).
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Links
View links to websites of associate members. Associate members are the industry leading manufacturers of products and services used by electric utilities in North America.
NPES The Association for Suppliers of Printing, Publishing and Converting Technologies (NPES)
HomepageOak Ridge National Laboratory
HomepageDEEP LINKS FROM Oak Ridge National Laboratory
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Technology transfer
Find technologies available through partnerships
Omega Engineering Technical Reference Library
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Intrinsic safety
Tutorial, intrinsically safe equipment defined -
Current research
Diagram of machine vision research.
OPC Foundation
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Specifications
Alarms and Events, Batch, Commands, Common, Complex Data, Data Access, Data eXchange, Historical Data Access, Security, Unified Architecture, XML Data Access -
Useful links
U.S., state government, international organizations, associations, think tanks, special interest
Open DeviceNet Vendor Association (ODVA)
HomepageOpen Modular Architecture Controls (OMAC) Users' Group
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About OMAC
Resolving manufacturing system implementation and integration issues, defining common manufacturing architecture and software usage guidelines...resulting in business benefits to end users, technology suppliers, and machine builders -
Research
Research & Development at MAT gives extended abstract by clicking on project title.
DEEP LINKS FROM Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development
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Publications
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Links
View links to websites of associate members. Associate members are the industry leading manufacturers of products and services used by electric utilities in North America.
OSHA
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Safety tools
Safety and health program electronic tools really make a difference -
Career center
Measurement, control and automation industry's best resource for online employment connections.
DEEP LINKS FROM Outdoor Power Equipment & Engine Service Association, Inc. (OPEESA)
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Membership
Information on becoming a NAHSA member
Pacific Blowers - Regenerative Blowers
HomepagePackaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute
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Membership
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Directory
NPES member directory and digital product locator
Plantweb University
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Engineering School
Free training online for engineering topics -
Technology reports
http://www.nasa.gov/audience/forresearchers/features/index.html
PLCOpen
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Software standards
Technical Committee 1, TC1, deals with Standards. The main focus of this activity is upon the IEC 61131-3 standard, as developed by the International Electrotechnical Committee. -
Standard
Motors and Generators standard
PLCS.net
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PLC history
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Floor plan
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Links
View useful links to related sites
Profibus - Profibus fieldbus standard information
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Resources
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Petrochemical
Issue include Natural Gas Feedstocks, REACH, Railroad Competition, Cogeneration
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Electrical Safety and Reliabilty Conference
PEARL members, affiliates, and associates, plus all those interested in the electrical safety and reliability of remanufactured and recycled electrical equipment and apparatus attend the Electrical Safety and Reliability Conference. -
Profinet
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Technology transfer
Find technologies available through partnerships
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HomepageResources for World Class Manufacturing
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Intrinsic safety
Tutorial, intrinsically safe equipment defined
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Links
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Save Your Factory
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Testimonials
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Specifications
Alarms and Events, Batch, Commands, Common, Complex Data, Data Access, Data eXchange, Historical Data Access, Security, Unified Architecture, XML Data Access
Society of Manufacturing Engineers
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Volunteer leaders
Chapter leaders serve as the "voice of SME" in their local communities, create relevant local events that engage members and nonmembers, lead member recruitment efforts and bring manufacturing together...locally. -
Training
ODVA assists vendors and users of CIP Networks through tools and training.
Software & Information Industry Association
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Anti-Piracy
Anti-Piracy Division conducts a comprehensive, industry-wide campaign to fight software and content piracy. -
About OMAC
Resolving manufacturing system implementation and integration issues, defining common manufacturing architecture and software usage guidelines...resulting in business benefits to end users, technology suppliers, and machine builders
Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association (SGMA) - Trade organization representing the manufacturers
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Press Realeases
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Publications
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Publications
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Stand Up For Steel
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Who is involved
Organizations that proudly support Stand Up For Steel’s mission to strengthen and improve the domestic steel industry
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Publications
View index of SCC publications
Stepping motor tutorial - University of Iowa
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Computer Science Department
Research in many areas including algorithms, automated reasoning, computational biology, databases and data mining, distributed systems, formal methods, graphics and virtual environments
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Links
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Systems and Control Archive at Dallas
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Areas of research
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Engineering School
Free training online for engineering topics
Telerobot on the Web
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Live feed
Invented by Ken Taylor in 1994, developments by Barney Dalton and other students, ABB Robot Controller for LabVIEW by Andrew Babbage, Concept Design James Trevelyan. -
Software standards
Technical Committee 1, TC1, deals with Standards. The main focus of this activity is upon the IEC 61131-3 standard, as developed by the International Electrotechnical Committee.
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HomepageThe Asian Packaging Federation
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Gallery
A gallery of associated companies' work
U.S. Department of Energy Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
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Fuel economy calculator
See what cars get what gas mileage.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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Smart Way Manufacturing
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PLC history
PLCs eliminated the large cost involved in replacing the complicated relay based machine control systems.
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New Realeases
View chart of new video releases
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HomepageWarehousing Education and Research Council (WERC)
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Resource Center
View WERC resources including industry bokks and case studies
Water and Sewer Distributors of America (WASDA)
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News
View industry news
Wisconsin Electric Power
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Regulatory documents
The regulatory document can be downloaded in PDF format.
World Batch Forum
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Practices and guidelines
WBF members collaborate and produce work to further the industry, including documenting best practices, guidelines for implementation of standards that apply to batch control and the exchange of batch data. -
Resources
Research PROFIBUS and PROFINET using links on this page
WorldFIP - guide to the WorldFIP fieldbus standard
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Technology
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