Plant Engineering Software – 2001-06-01

Enhancement includes OPC interface VisualMEM software has been enhanced to include an OPC (OLE for process control) interface and FOCAS Ethernet communications for GE Fanuc and Fanuc controls. It can now talk to I/O systems, such as Genius, Profibus, Device Net, or other OPC server networks. Data are collected from PLCs, CNCs, and other OPC-enabled equipment.

By Staff June 1, 2001

Enhancement includes OPC interface

VisualMEM software has been enhanced to include an OPC (OLE for process control) interface and FOCAS Ethernet communications for GE Fanuc and Fanuc controls. It can now talk to I/O systems, such as Genius, Profibus, Device Net, or other OPC server networks. Data are collected from PLCs, CNCs, and other OPC-enabled equipment. It is available with a front-end operator control station to aid in manual data collection when a PC is not available.

CimWorks (GE Fanuc)

cimworks.com

Circle 213

Cut the chatter

ChatterMD is a PC-based software suite for real-time monitoring, diagnosis, analysis, and control of rolling mill vibration and chatter. It simultaneously alarms, isolates, identifies, tracks, trends, and analyzes hundreds of potentially different 3rd and 5th octave mill chatter vibration sources. It is used to optimize mill speed, improve product quality, and reduce scrap. The software operates under Windows 95/98 or Windows NT/2000.

SensorScript

sensorscript.com

Circle 214

Free software includes design tools and video

CD Resource Guide is a copy of the company’s web site featuring product information, cut sheets, and technical information. It also offers a free download of Visio Design Tools software, along with the AutoCAD add-on, as well as a computer-animated demonstration video. The CD Resource Guide is free.

Cablofil

cablofil.com

Circle 215

Program establishes best practices

Productivity Solution version 1.2 is the next level of operational effectiveness software to establish best practices in manufacturing plants. It is based on a model created and field tested for a decade to achieve operational effectiveness. The model is used to create a holistic suite of applications that represent domain-specific best practices. The software enables users to save money because of lower fixed and variable costs, less product giveaway, better plant capacity utilization, and improved mechanical reliability.

Verticore Technologies

verticore.com

Circle 216

Software manages MSDS and EPA reporting

TERMS software electronically manages MSDS and prepares reports, such as EPA-approved Form R, Tier II, and EHS. Its features include VOC and HAP identification and tracking, CERCLA spill report, and a universal MSDS input module. Multiple user access to MSDS is available through the internet or intranet. The software includes multiple filter, search, and security features.

Corbus

corbussoftware.com

Circle 217