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December 3, 2007

 

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Mechatronics: Rethinking the machine means rethinking engineering
 
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!Ferraz Shawmut acquires GE fuse business
To expand its offering of medium-voltage fuses, Ferraz Shawmut has acquired GE’s power fuse operations.

  
  !Eaton acquires MGE small systems division from Schneider
Eaton has acquired MGE Office Protection Systems from Schneider. The acquired division manufactures single-phase UPS and surge suppression systems.
  !Backtalk about time-current curves
When David Loucks of Eaton wrote an article on time-current curves and selective coordination, he didn't have to wait a month for a reaction from Plant Engineering readers. The reaction came the next day, via the Talkback feature at www.PlantEngineering.com.
   
 
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ULTRASAFE FUSE MODULES NAMED AWARD FINALIST

Ferraz Shawmuts 600 Volt ULTRASAFE Fuse Modules (USFM) were named a finalist in the 2007 Plant Engineering Product of the Year competition. Small enough to match IEC-style contactors, each USFM provides a higher SCCR than other options and maximizes safety with auxiliary contacts that tie into the control circuit. Learn more at us.ferrazshawmut.com/usfmPE
   
  !The art of protecting electrical systems – single-phase short circuit calculations: A step-by-step guide
Previous articles in this series have presented several methods for calculating available short-circuit current in three-phase systems with three phases shorted. While the fundamental principles are the same for single-phase short circuits – whether the fault is line-to-line or line-to-neutral – a slightly different approach is required to compensate for the different voltages and the effect of single-phase impedance.
  !Measure power-line distortion with a mixed-signal-THD analyzer
A mixed-signal total-harmonic-distortion-analyzer device measures the distortion of the mains ac voltage.
  !NEMA publishes MG 1-2006 revision 1 2007 on motors and generators
This edition incorporates previously published information about 50- and 60-Hz NEMA Premium electric motors.
 
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  :Electrical products catalog for petrochemical industry
A 48-page color catalog highlights electrical products and an educational overview for the petrochemical industry.
  :RoHS Headers with reflow temperature capability
Headers are RoHS-compliant, capable of withstanding high surface-mount technology reflow soldering temperatures and provide a cost-effective solution for mid-range power applications that require high-density and current-carrying capability.
 

:DIN rail dc UPS
The 24 Vdc uninterruptible power supply is designed to provide maximum uptime and protection from unexpected dc power disruptions. It is intended for industrial computer, robotics, automation and process control applications.

 
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The air compressor industry is meeting international testing requirements to eliminate any oil contamination in the process industries not just food, but petrochemical, semiconductor and pharmaceutical manufacturing as well. In a Plant Engineering Webcast on Tuesday, Dec. 11 at 1 p.m. CST, Dave Hebert of Atlas Copco will discuss this technological breakthrough that eliminates one of the variables that can affect contamination in the processing industries. Register Here!
 
 
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Process manufacturers, their suppliers and federal agencies are always looking for the tightest safeguards to maintain the balance between safety and productivity. The use of food-grade lubricants is one solution, but eliminating oil from the process is an even higher goal.

The air compressor industry is meeting international testing requirements to eliminate any oil contamination in the process industries – not just food, but petrochemical, semiconductor and pharmaceutical manufacturing as well. Meeting the Class Zero designation from testing agency TUV is an important step in assuring non contamination in these critical manufacturing processes. Register here.
   
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Available now - on demand Using Wireless as a Maintenance Advantage
Join Plant Engineering editors and industry experts for our Webcast covering wireless technologies. Learn about newly introduced technology that enables you to troubleshoot equipment in your plant. Discover how mobile asset management can provide real productivity gains throughout your maintenance enterprise. Webcast topics include using wireless to troubleshoot equipment, matching the mobile wireless device with the maintenance task and wireless EAM. - Watch this webcast now!
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How to Use General Purpose Motors with Drives
Are you buying the correct motor for the application? Do you intend to use it with a drive? Using an adjustable speed drive can help you save significant dollars on your energy bill. However, knowing how to apply motors to an application – so you get the perfect match – can save you even more in the long run. Join our Panel of Experts on this timely discussion. - Register Here
   
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