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he ever changing industrial landscape and its effect on the way we conduct business is evident in this issue. We’ve seen many companies that have had to shift their thinking to remain competitive. Wireless communication is one of those areas that is evolving, and GE is leading the charge.

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The majority of our industry has been unable to capitalise on the digital revolution because data was locked up in disconnected machines or couldn’t be processed economically. It’s exciting now to see a new world of Industrial Apps emerging to make the Industrial internet a reality. Until next time.

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CONTROL LOGIC

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Hazardous area load disconnect switches Load disconnect switches from R. STAHL comply with IEC/EN 62626-1, class 1 that specifically apply to the forced electrical disconnection of safety switches. In addition to the forced opening of the main contacts, if the cover is locked in the “off” position, the switch handle can be locked with three padlocks. It can therefore be stopped quickly and safely to facilitate cleaning, repair or other service work, without needing a trained electrician.

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Creating great tasting hot-cross buns requires automation components such as VSDs in large electrical control panels to operate the system. Heat is a by-product of this process and Pfannenberg’s PWS Air to Water Heat Exchangers are ideal for cooling electrical components. They utilise chilled water, that is readily available, and an internal fan to provide cooled air preventing critical electronics from overheating. These units are particularly adapted for harsh environments like bakeries when there’s flour everywhere.

Control Logic to distribute ABB MV products Control Logic has announced that its distribution partnership with ABB has expanded to include the Power Grids division for the Queensland and Victorian markets. This product range consists of HV/MV switchgear, compact substations, transformers, micro-grids and RTUs. With over 15 years with ABB, Control Logic are excited and confident they can deliver the expertise and knowledge required to create valued partnerships with their clients to execute successful projects.

Vertiwalk is a small, compact manual lift that can take you to the upper storey without having to navigate the treacherous staircases. The manual lift can whisk you to the upper floor using only 10 percent of the energy required to climb the stairs. Designed in the Netherlands, Vertiwalk is powered by your upper and lower limbs, and created to tackle space and over-population for cities of the future. Using it is simple, which requires manually pulling on the two ropes with your arms and then pushing the seat upwards with the help of your legs. The device can also be operated by those with the leg impairments, but not for those in wheelchairs. Because only a fraction of the body weight needs to be shifted between the seat and the foot plate of the Vertiwalk to push the seat upwards, it is much easier, and faster than actually walking up stairs.

Assemble a trailer in an hour The Duffy Shelter is a compact, flat-pack trailer that can be assembled in less than a hour using nothing but a screwdriver. It’s just the thing you need for your weekend getaway or to tackle an emergency situation. Designed by Duffy London, the multi-use shelter combines practicality and accessibility. The flat-pack design implies that 35 of them could fit inside a standard van. The ease of assembly would allow medical teams to use as first-aid camps. The structure includes roof, walls, windows, floor, hatches, legs, and hinges.

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Upcoming Tesla Model 3 could feature a solar roof The much anticipated Tesla Model 3 have just been raised even further by Elon Musk’s latest announcement. CEO of Tesla and Space X revealed that the new car would also feature photovoltaic glass technology that they are using in the company’s announced solar roof system. This will now allow the car to continuously generate electricity from the sun. Musk described the creation of a special Tesla glass division, which will help refine the solar roof system design. Tesla Model 3 is going to be the company’s first affordable electric vehicle with a range of about 350klms. And while it is expected to be released sometime this year, preorders have already sold out.

Submersible slimline probe A submersible probe in a plastic housing with a ceramic sensor is nothing new from BD SENSORS – but there is now a version with a diameter of just 21mm, namely the LMK 806 submersible probe. Perfect for level measurement of waste water and other aggressive media in confined spaces.

Switches now support Dupline 2-wire Dupline bus connection is now supported by Schmersal’s pull-wire emergency stop and belt alignment switches for conveyor belt monitoring. For long conveyor systems, traditional parallel wiring is a difficult and costly solution since a 3-5 km conveyor may have more than 100 switches installed. With Dupline® however, A pollution sucking giant outdoor a simple, flexible and cost-effective vacuum has arrived solution can be implemented. One of the gravest concerns in today’s world is the quality of air that we breathe. About 65% of deaths Serial to Ethernet Modbus converter in Asia and 25% of deaths in India occur due to air Available in either RS232 or RS485, the Klemsan ETOR is a pollution. Envinity Group has come up with the world’s bi-directional Serial to Ethernet gateway. Client or Server modes first outdoor toxic air-vacuum. About 8 metres in length it control the direction of conversion such as Modbus RTU or ASCII would sit on top of buildings and work like a vacuum. The to Modbus TCP and vice-versa. Capable of up to 6 remote company claims that their device is capable of filtering out connections, the ETOR can be easily configured via a micro USB 100 percent of fine particles and 95 percent of ultra-fine port or the built in Web browser via the Ethernet port. particles covering an area of over 300 metres radius. It can also take in 800,000 cubic metres of air in just one hour.

DIN-Railway power supplies - A new standard for railway The super compact Puls CPS20.241-60 24V, 400W DC/DC converter has been designed specifically for railway & transportation applications. Requiring only 65mm of DINrail space, it is EN 50155 internationally approved for railway applications and covers temperature, humidity, shock, vibration and EMI. The unit features a DC-OK signal contact for remote monitoring, a decoupling MOSFET for building redundant power supply systems and covers an extreme temperature range from -40°C up to +70°C with full output current.

Durabulb is the world’s first unbreakable LED light bulb Durabulb can endure almost anything you throw its way, including being dropped off the top of a building. The flexible, and elastic polycarbonate plastic case is the secret to its strength having been developed by Lighting Science. They claim that the Durabulb is the world’s first nearly unbreakable LED bulb. The product was recently endorsed by Leonardo DiCaprio who praised the company’s efforts towards alleviating the problem of overfilled landfills - plus they last up to 10,000 hours.

Cut perfect square holes in your walls Quadsaw has been made specifically for the purpose of cutting square and rectangular holes in plaster walls. This application means it is extremely handy and efficient in installing power points, light switches and other electrical bits and pieces in the walls. Quadsaw is connected to the end of a drill, which can then be used to drill squares or rectangles using its highly specified four straight cutting blades. The tool entails a height gauge to measure the height of the square, and a built-in spirit level. It makes a time-consuming process a lot smoother and faster, cutting labour costs too. It will be priced at around $300.

Snapchat’s spectacles are here, but buying them could be a challenge Snap Inc.’s Spectacles, a pair of sunglasses that can record video to send to Snapchat, are finally here, well at least in the US. Spectacles are only available through Snapbots, which are vending machines that will dispense the product for US$130 (plus tax). The location of the bots isn’t known; instead you need to click “Find a Bot” on the Spectacles website, where you’ll be redirected to a map. Each visit will last about a day. Weird. Before a Snapbot arrives somewhere, the website will post where it is 24 hours in advance. Unsure about whether you’ll like them? The Snapbots will let you virtually try one of them on (there are 3 colours to choose from). Mystery vending machines could be the future of shopping.

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s industrial wireless communication network performance and security requirements have advanced, technology has evolved with capabilities previously unimagined. Wireless networks have provided reliable data transfer for critical industrial applications for nearly thirty years. But as technology evolves into a digital world, wireless communications must also evolve. Increased needs for application speed, various data sources and comprehensive cyber security demands the next generation of wireless technology performs to new standards.

The modern wireless network Todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s environment requires network managers to develop comprehensive communication networks to meet demanding and evolving user, geographic, and regulatory requirements. This ever-changing landscape often forces network managers to work with a variety of technologies to reach their infrastructure assets and requirements. The modern wireless network must at its core include comprehensive cyber security, improved throughput, longrange flexibility, enhanced network capability and traffic prioritisation. The next generation of wireless communication solutions should integrate a range of technologies, from cellular to private, and licensed to unlicensed, supporting customersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; needs for secure private, public, and hybrid communication networks.

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Cyber security Early market solutions offered features such as encryption and authentication with security including RADIUS authentication, VLAN traffic segregation, proprietary hopping patterns, and AES 128-bit encryption. While these security features are still relevant, there has been an increase in cyber security requirements and as technology has advanced over the years, platforms have been developed to incorporate advanced cyber security along with embedded ruggedness. Proper security involves assessing, planning, deploying, and monitoring cyber security controls with three levels of security; network, device and user.

Securing the network A truly secure network has a number of features that ensure only valid traffic and approved devices are permitted on the network. Here are some to consider. Over-the-air encryption, an encrypted radio frequency (RF) between devices over proprietary licensed and unlicensed RF interfaces with support for 128-bit and 256-bit AES encryption using pre-shared keys or certificate-based public key.

RADIUS Authentication has enabled centralised authentication of users and devices on the network and Firewalls that offer Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall can be configured to accept drop or reject traffic through each wireless network interface. 802.1x Authentication will enable only approved devices to be admitted on the Ethernet and WiFi access side after a username/password challenge while VLAN support covers IEEE 802.1Q to provide separation of traffic through trunk and access ports.

“Proper security involves assessing, planning, deploying, and monitoring cyber security controls with three levels of security; network, device and user.”

Securing the user

Securing the device So now we know the basics to secure a network, how do we properly secure a device? Potential hacking, tampering or alterations can compromise your network and the company, so taking the time to ensure your device is protected is extremely important. Some features to look out for include logical and physical interface ports that can be individually enabled or disabled as needed. Once again a Firewall should be present and configurable to guard each network interface, with traffic classification by layer 2, 3 or 4 protocol fields. Rules will cause traffic to be accepted, dropped, or rejected and can be applied to either inbound or outbound traffic on any network interface. Then there are features like ‘Tamper Detect Magnetometer’ that detects movements in any axis or rotation by continuously measuring the electromagnetic field. A ‘Digitally Signed Firmware’ is an extra level of security provided by some that has been cryptographically signed, and offers an additional customer signature option to ensure authenticity. The units need to check the signature at power-on and on firmware updated. Finally there are updates. Secure firmware updates are loaded onto the units through SFTP to ensure a secure transfer of data.

Long-range flexibility So now our systems are secure, how should companies go forward in getting the best range possible? Companies such as GE have developed products such as the MDS Orbit platform to physically extend a network range by enabling a “daisy chain” topology through Store and Forward (SAF). It allows users to overcome obstacles by routing the network around them. SAF works by dividing the wireless network into a hierarchy of radio units. The highest level of the network consists of a single access point (AP), and the AP connects to either single or multiple units in the level below. The lower level units may also be connected to single or multiple units the next level down. Up to eight SAF levels are supported on the GE’s Orbit series. Multiple SAFs can be present on any given level to provide redundancy in the event of a single unit failure by a self-healing topology.

The third and last level of security is the user itself. Securing the user ensures only authorised users have access to device management, network configuration, and status entry. You should be looking for a user account, such as username and password and is required for device management interfaces. A ‘Role Based Access Control’ (RBAC) will ensure that there is support for three user levels of access control with separate levels of read, write and execute privileges. Whereas a secure Interface protocol will provide HTTPS, SSH, SNMPv3 and NETCONF access to device configuration and management.

Another important feature to look out for is ‘Configuration Files and Restore Points’, and is best used to control emergency situations, by capturing device configuration in both on and off modes to quickly restore services. Finally Audit and logging will help track user login/logout, configuration changes and network connections.

“Up to eight SAF levels are supported on GE’s Orbit series. Multiple SAFs can be present on any given level to provide redundancy in the event of a single unit failure...”

Traffic prioritisation Support for quality of service empowers the user to enable multiple applications simultaneously on the network, while ensuring critical traffic receives adequate attention during times of congestion, minimising the impact of congestion on latency and throughput. Looking at GE’s Orbit offering, it supports classification of incoming traffic based on Layer 2, 3 and 4 header information. This provides more granularity over traditional 802.1p/ DSCP prioritisation mechanisms and allows the Orbit to natively identify and classify applications based on such header information. This is completed without the dependence of third party RTU/Relays/PLCs to mark their traffic, as is the case with most radio products available on the market.

Enhanced networking capability The support for dynamic routing protocols such as OSPF and RIP enable networks to grow and scale more quickly without the need of complex static configurations. Dynamic routing helps networks adapt to changes in topology due to the addition of new devices or the failure of paths or networking devices.

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SAF physically extends the network range via a “daisy chain” topology

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What does the future hold? Some units on the market operate as a Layer 3 router as well as a Layer 2 managed switch with full VLAN and 802.1Q support, allow a variety of flexible topologies to be implemented, including pure Layer 2, pure Layer 3, in addition to an integrated Layer 2/3 topology. The GE Orbit MCR can be packaged with a 900Mhz radio as well as a cellular radio for backup. The cellular radio can also be used as a primary connection with the 900Mhz radio as a downstream multipoint radio for network extension purposes. The Orbit MCR and ECR can support both a 900MHz radio along with Wi-Fi if required.

The shift to modern-age communication has been swift, and with the amount of technology advancements in recent years, it’s been designed to make communication seamless whilst saving time in the process. Wireless technology means we no longer have to be onsite and as a result location is not a critical factor. However with the growth of wireless technology encourages the growth (more like an explosion) of online security. GE has developed all their technology with the future in mind. Considered by industry as the industrial Internet pioneers, they are addressing a lot of issues before they occur. The GE Orbit platform is one of those systems that is having a positive impact on the way we communicate and interact with our machines. Control Logic have specialist application engineers that can help assist businesses plan for the now and the future. Contact Control Logic on 1800 557 705 or email sales@control-logic.com.au for more information.

CLOSER LOOK |

RED LION

wenty years ago, Red Lion introduced the Paradigm Operator panels. The Paradigm series was one of the first panels to offer both serial and Ethernet connectivity but most importantly the ability to connect to multiple vendors.

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To expand on this, one feature used is the C like programming. This allows the HMI to carry out logic and calculation tasks. This suited select programmers with C or similar coding experience, however a wider audience was familiar with ladder logic and other programming languages. With the introduction of IEC61131-3 well over twenty years ago, many programmers today are familiar with the flexibility that IEC61131-3 offers. With this in mind, Red Lion has launched the Graphite Controller platform.

Freebie The great news is the very popular Crimson 3.0 software has been updated to include the IEC based programming languages and remains a free download. So you get an industry leading software package, for free, and with no annual upgrade/support fees.

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This along with a list of advanced features kick started Red Lions global success with Operator Panels (HMIs). With the launch of the sleek, rugged & flexible Graphite series in 2013, Red Lion continue to embrace customer needs with product and software enhancements. One example is the popular 3G cellular modem which offers the ability to remotely monitor and control, send emails/SMS alerts. When combined with Data logging, Web server and Protocol conversion features, it’s hard to find an equal product in the market.

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Main features So what is a Graphite Controller? There are two distinct solutions available which cover various control and monitoring requirements. The first is an add-on module for the Graphite series HMIs. Aptly named the Crimson Control module. This module houses the CPU and memory to execute the IEC programs. The second is a DIN/ panel mounted variant which looks very similar to the rear of a 7” Graphite HMI. Good reason for this as it is based on the same design. This version is known as the Core Controller. The difference here is the CPU is housed within the main controller body so only IO and communication modules need to be added.

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One great feature is the reuse of the Graphite HMI modules. This gives both platforms the benefit of IO and communication modules.

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So it’s just another PLC or RTU I hear you say. Luckily this is not the case, it’s more like a hybrid solution. With the logic integrated into the one software package, a reduction in Engineering time in both installation and programming is inevitable. Throw in the protocol conversion and you have eliminated most PLCs off the list as they typically support only a hand full of protocols at best. Ask for remote monitoring with custom graphics and very few PLCs remain. If we compare to an RTU the first request is for a rugged device capable of withstanding extreme temperatures and severe shock and vibration. Again we see Red Lion with a very capable solution. Red Lion seem rugged with an operating temperature of -40° to 70°C, shock rating of 40G and vibration rating of 4G.

So which one? So the big question is which one do I really need? The good news here is it’s a simple choice. Do you need a local interface, or possibly upgrading an existing one or possibly you only need a controller? The functionality between the two controllers is identical. The only variation is the difference in the total number of add on IO modules. Don’t forget you can also link to external devices such as VSDs, power meters, sensors and more via the on board Ethernet and serial communication ports.

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The Graphite controller range adds the ease of PLC programming into an already powerful HMI solution. With an assortment of local and remote IO solutions, the Graphite controllers will cover numerous control and monitoring needs.

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Greg Venables, collector of things and enclopedia of brands talks industry, trends and accomplishments. Greg, you’ve been at Control Logic for a while now, what do you find the most enjoyable part of your role? I’m sure you’ve heard it before, but the satisfaction that comes from providing a solution to a client’s problem. It makes their day, and it makes my day. What attracted you to this industry? It was a natural progression from my trade days and involvement in process & control, and i’ve stuck around on and off in the industry for about 30 odd years one way or another in electrical control. Are you seeing a trend? Yes, and that’s the ability of customers having a complete knowledge of the product they’re chasing due to the Internet. How will this affect businesses you think? It just means you have to be on your game, and considering we are support specialists for our products anyway, we believe this will continue to ensure we have an edge over our competitors. So apparently you have a coin collection, what is your most valuable piece? I’ve got a five dollar note in my pocket at the moment, but i’m sure that will gone by the end of the day. Haha! Very valuable... and favourite part of the world? It would have to be North Queensland, between Cairns and the Daintree. It’s heaven on earth. Anything we might not have known about you if we didn’t ask? Don’t ask! ...And moving on. Biggest accomplishment? The continution of my lineage - but seriously very proud of our kids and grandkids, so I can only assume we’ve done something right. I’m sure they’re awesome! Thanks Greg.

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very emerging technology, like a child, goes through its difficult phases, and IoT is no different. To extend that analogy, you could say that automated home products are currently experiencing the technological equivalent of the terrible twos. While home IoT shows incredible potential—not just to enhance residential luxury or convenience, but to precisely regulate energy use and provide home management—it’s not gaining the kind of ground that tech thought leaders had initially predicted. In fact, there’s some evidence we are turning our backs on the technology. What’s to blame for this drop-off? First, there’s no unified standard for device connection (smart appliances may communicate through a variety of different network protocols) making it difficult for objects to “talk” to one another to coordinate automation schedules. Next there’s the issue of predicting residents’ needs.

Where does that leave homeowners, and how will interiors change in the near future?

Home life follows less fixed routines than work, meaning devices need to be smart enough to read a huge range of environmental and situational factors in order to hone in on the appropriate response. That’s left users with devices that don’t exactly sync up to life events— like lights that switch off at the wrong time.

>> timeline: the smart home through the ages

ECHO IV, a home automation machine is built to compute shopping lists and control temperature - it was huge.

The simple X10 system utilised home power lines to communicate between multiple appliances.

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A popular Mechanics Magazine depicts cooking devices that use “shortwave radio frequency”.

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The idea of ‘Smart Home’ enters popculture, with movies such as Smart House.

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IoT procedes a new era in energy use You may not believe it, but there’s plenty of IoT objects should allow evidence showing that smart objects will reduce for more precise energy energy consumption. Today’s automated devices consumption analysis, especially and efficient appliances like smart thermostats are across households. But it will leading the charge to convert homeowners to IoT also result in more efficient enthusiasts. devices. In the future, smart devices will do more than just As carbon-based fuel sources grow more scarce manage your thermostat. They’ll and alternative energy simultaneously gains in also be able to match energy market share, grid-connected energy resources cycles in large appliances — like may become much more decentralized. They refrigerators and in the future, could end up less predictable, too, since solar solar energy systems to keep and wind energy production can’t necessarily be whole utilities working more throttled up to manage demand, the way we can efficiently, or act as backup with coal and other conventional power sources. energy storage for providers.

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Energy efficiency is not the only way smart homes will respond to the environmental challenges of the future. As climate change advances, homes will bear the brunt of protecting residents during extreme weather events. That means they’ll need to be able to predict and adapt to environmental data—area weather forecasts, humidity sensors, thermometers, and air quality monitors — which will all feed information directly into home security centres to keep residents informed and on alert during emergency events. Smarter surfaces

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The challenge now will be how to translate huge volumes of data back into a form that homeowners can easily understand so they can manage and control preferences simply and seamlessly — something that no smart device has yet to do well. IoT developers hoping to capture homeowners’ dollars need to put ease-of-use, rather than technological wizardry, at the top of their priorities.

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Until some enterprising company is able to do that, we’ll continue to see homeowners frustrated with smart products that are actually kind of dumb.

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It won’t be just appliances and devices that If smart windows predicted a cold front, then they’d not only adjust glass settings, get the smart home treatment. Futurists but also relay that data in order to ramp up predict that eventually, surfaces like walls, thermostats, turn on a pipe warming system, ceilings, countertops, and window glass and send alerts to end users so they could will all be connected organically, coated choose appropriate clothing and make travel with self-cleaning materials, or able to act plans. Sensors in smart homes might even as makeshift computer screens, equipped get effective enough to read and predict not to interpret environmental data and just behavioural changes in residents, but also respond in tandem. to interpret biological data as well. Meanwhile, connected floors and walls could sense The first place this is evident is through the development of “smart glass.” This material unexpected changes in pressure or movement, cutting down on emergency response time. With reads external and interior temperatures and reacts, reducing glare or increasing air- the general population aging rapidly and living longer, those kind of safety precautions may one day be flow through the glass, depending on your part-and-parcel of at-home living. environment.

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90 million homes are now automated with growth at 60%.

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IECEx ZONE 1 REMOTE IO IS1+ Series IS1+ by STAHL is a widely installed remote IO system suitable for use in explosive environments worldwide. Improving on the leading IO IS1 platform for explosive atmospheres, the IS1+ utilises improved technology to create a new standard for ‘Future Remote IO’. Ideal for use in Zone 1 or 2 environments, the interface is intrinsically safe with standards including Ex ia IIC, Ex e, Ex nA or Ex nL inputs and outputs. Both temperature and life ratings have been increased further to enhance reliability and safety.

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Modern communications methods, interfaces and protocols have been adopted where high availability redundant communications on both copper and fibre have been brought to market utilising ProfiNet, ProfiBus, FF HSE and more. Available in a wide range of IO types and interfaces, the platform is complemented by a huge range and local Australian construction services where the IS1+ IO can be built into a field enclosure and certified to suit all areas. • Multifunctional modules allow for a mixture of analogue inputs/outputs, digital inputs/ outputs and resistance thermometers/thermocouples

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4 DJI Mavic Pro This advanced camera drone with a 4K camera has a 27 minute flight time and a ludicrous 7km range. There’s a built-in Flight Autonomy system which can help position, navigate and avoid obstacles at up to 35k/h. Sports mode will see it fly at 65k/h. Rad. It’s also completely foldable. http://www.dji.com/mavic

5 Peugeot eF01

Peugeot have made their first ever folding electric bike, and it’s a little bit cool. The eF01 can be folded down in 10-seconds with a 17kg weight. With a range of 30km and top speed of 20km/h, it’s impressive and lasts 2 hours. Simply charge using a 12V output or mains. http://www.peugeotdesignlab.com

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Hazardous operating challenges

Overcoming the challenges presented by hazardous operating areas can be an issue for many industries, the process sector in particular, where gases, vapours, dust or mist can be released into the environment. For this reason, careful consideration should be given to the safe use of equipment in such areas. With legislation governing the rating for components in hazardous areas, a traditional approach to the problem has been commonly adopted, which involves

the installation of IO housed in a safe zone in conjunction with hazardous area barriers that are hardwired to allow signals to be passed into the affected zone. This is a costly solution, with IO, barriers, components and hard-wiring over long distances having an impact on installation costs and longerterm operational efficiency. An alternative approach such as remote IO can be installed directly into the hazardous area, negating the need for barriers and hard-wiring. What is remote IO? Remote IO systems transmit process data from safe or explosive hazardous areas by connecting binary and analog sensors to the control systems via a bus interface. Where are remote IO systems used?

Remote IO is ideal for use where your application is located in explosion hazardous areas or harsh industrial environments like marine and outdoors. Typical applications include oil and gas, pharmaceutical, chemical, wastewater, food and beverage, and many other manufacturing settings. Why use remote IO systems? Remote IO systems are described by high functionality and simple handling. They are the right choice when you need to put isolated barriers close to the field devices. You can reduce wiring because the system is usually installed close to field devices. Due to the reduced wiring effort, you save time, money, and work effort.

the benefits Building or expanding industrial control systems to provide remote monitoring capabilities can be a challenge. By choosing the right equipment, you can save a lot of time and effort, now and in the future.

Together with the enhanced diagnostic capability offered by remote IO, the cost benefits of faster installation offer ongoing capital expenditure and operational benefits.

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1. Select a good quality industrial Ethernet switch that is certified to industry standards that are designed to outlast our life-time. Look out for “millions” of years (MTBF) mean time between failure. A good indication is the length of warranty offered – usually greater than 5 years.

Build quality should be hardened strong metal enclosures that includes wide temperature and a good quality component selection. Manufacturers are continuously improving Ethernet switches that are easier to manage, saving time with network deployment and training.

ethernet insurance policy

UP TIME

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There are three main areas that can be investigated in the planning and design phase to ensure we “safe guard” your network without drawing an expensive policy with the big insurance companies.

WiFi ACCESS POINT IAP-420+ IAP-420+ series is a fantastic 802.11 b/g/n WLAN Access Point with 2 LAN ports. It supports 802.1X and MAC filters for security control and can be configured to operate in AP/Bridge/Repeater/AP-Client mode. Easily set the unit up with the WEB interface via the LAN port or WLAN interface. It also provides a P.D. feature on Ethernet port 1 which is fully compliant with IEEE802.3af PoE specification.

MANAGED SWITCH IES-3062FX The IES-3062 is a 8 port fully managed Ethernet switch with mixed 100Mb and Gigabit in either fibre or Ethernet port options. It supports Ethernet Redundancy with a market leading recovery time of 10ms for up to 250 units to protect your mission-critical applications from network interruptions or temporary malfunctions.

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MANAGEDPoESWITCH IPS-2042FX

DUAL 4G LTE ROUTER IGAR-2062+-4G

The IPS-2042 is a 6 port managed Ethernet switch for Power Over Ethernet applications supporting IEEE 802.3 af. It supports Ethernet Redundancy with a market leading recovery time of 10ms for up to 250 units to protect your mission-critical applications from network interruptions or temporary malfunctions.

The impressive IGAR-2062+4G is a multipurpose Dual LAN Gigabit Wireless VPN router. It supports 4G LTE cellular speed and can be configured for 3 modes of routing function: Dynamic/Static IP route, PPPoE authentication, and Modem dial up. Designed for the most demanding applications such as IP camera security, marine and intelligent transport solutions, this is an amazing product.

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“Topology” or the method used to interconnect each switch together to form a redundant network with many paths is essential. So if one path should fail there is a back up link. Typically connecting each switch in a ring layout solves this problem although not all switches support fast acting failover. The standard RSTP consumes 1-3 seconds of time which is nearly a life time for security cameras and real-time production plants. Using industrial designed ring features such as ORing yields the failover connection in 10-30 milliseconds that is unnoticeable to IP camera’s, VSD’s, PLC’s and SCADA systems. Layering or segregating the network into groups frees up traffic bandwidth and allows for a higher degree of security and minimises the effect of downtime by isolating problems to one group instead of the whole business. Imagine if your trainee (or colleague) plugs an unknowingly virus loaded USB drive into your office PC, bringing your whole manufacturing plant to a halt. A simple mistake could literally hammer the network with false execution calls, smothering the real production traffic from getting through.

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So in today’s dependency on PCs and Ethernet connected processes it is imperative to have an “Ethernet insurance policy” for all business. What’s yours and who is looking after it?

are you getting value for money ?

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cut electricity bills with power factor correction Control Logic partner with ABB to offer a turn-key no upfront payment solution to eliminate poor power factor penalties.

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With network tariff changes affecting many businesses, you could be paying a substantial increase in your electricity costs. Under new network tariffs, charges are now calculated in kilovolt amperes kVA (real power kW + reactive power kVAR) with those deemed to have a poor power factor being charged for the reactive power they draw from the network. Ask us how to improve your power factor utilising a cost-effective solution that delivers long term savings for your business.

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henever an inherently safe design measure does not make it possible to remove hazards or to sufficiently reduce the risk, then safeguarding and complementary protective measures are utilised. One of these complementary protective measures commonly used is the ‘Emergency Stop’. Based on Australian and International standards, the emergency stop function shall not be applied as a substitute for safeguarding measures but should be designed for use as a complementary protective measure. It also shall not impair or influence the effectiveness of other protective measures.

the emergency stop

The emergency stop device should be designed to be easily

EMERGENCY STOP CEPY1-1001 ABB’s Compact emergency stop enclosures have been developed to withstand heavy indoor or outdoor usage. The fully assembled E-Stop stations offer the best way to ensure complete safety for both personnel and machinery. With a depth of only 48mm and a mounting matrix of only 65mm x 65mm, this enclosure is perfect for applications where space is very limited. Save space and installation time — order your next Compact E-Stop product already assembled!

accessible and actuated by the operator. The types of actuators that may be used include mushroomtype pushbuttons, wires, ropes, bars or handles. The emergency stop falls into one of the following stop categories. Stop category 0 Stopping by means of immediate removal of power to the machine actuator(s).

each operator control station, which may include other areas determined by the risk assessment. A risk assessment also dictates the type of the actuator, the category of stop and the location of the emergency stop. This emergency stop function needs to be available and operational at all times, and be able to override all other functions in all operating modes of the machine. Once an emergency stop device is actuated, the stop command for all the functions shall be sustained until it is reset. This reset is only possible at the location where the emergency stop command has been initiated.

Universally recognised, emergency stop actuators are coloured RED, with YELLOW used as the background colour behind the actuator for clarity.

Stop category 1 A controlled stop with power to the machine actuator(s) available to achieve the stop and then removal of power when the stop is achieved. When installing, it should be located at

Aram Dehghani

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SAFETY RELAY Protect SRB-E Series

LIGHT TOWER BR 35 Series

A multifunctional configurable safety relay from Schmersal, the SRB-E series is extremely versatile with each module adjustable up to 11 pre-set configurations to suit nearly every application. Settings include reset selection, activating or deactivating cross-wire monitoring, two hand control and monitored contact configuration via its user-friendly rotary dial. Clever security features prevent the possibility of tampering and can be used in applications up to Category 4.

The BR 35 Series Signal Light Towers from Pfannenberg are a modular design with six different colour elements and four mounting methods that offers endless combinations. The light is amplified by the internal prisms of the impact-proof, heat-resistant and dustproof polycarbonate lens and can be easily identified from all sides. With an appealing design and a diameter of only 35mm, the BR 35 signal tower is the icing on the cake for machine and production lines.

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With over 19 years of safety experience, Aram Dehghani is a Safety Consultant at Control Logic’s Safety Services division. A Control Systems engineer, he holds a TUV certification for functional safety of machinery specialising in the design, installation, commissioning and validation of safety control systems including risk assessment and hazard analysis.

SAFETY INTERLOCK AZM400 Series The AZM400 is a safe bolt interlock. It contains a coded RFID tag and a catch opening with two permanent magnets into which the locking pin engages. This gives the AZM 400 a locking force of 10,000 N. The AZM400 is a bistable system which retains the last locking status of the interlock in the event of a power outage.

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onsider yourself the ultimate sports fanatic? Lets do a quick test… You probably have all your favourite sports events and relevant TV schedules mapped out a year in advance. You intend to go to at least 3 or 4 events this year, and your team colours and costume is ready to go at a moments notice. You have a man cave complete with wide-screen TV, comfy couch and a bar-fridge full of beer. But do you have sports memorabilia displayed proudly somewhere? To be a true fanatic, you need to have at least one signature or framed jersey on the wall.

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What is sports memorabilia? It could be something linked to a player or sports event, it could be your memento from an event such as a ticket, a photo, even a trophy your father won at golf, or a manufactured memorabilia piece. Sports memorabilia is massive, and if you happen to own something a former sporting legend used to own, it’s guaranteed to be worth a pretty penny now. Christopher Hayes, sports memorabilia specialist goes as far to suggest that some savers are turning to buying famous football shirts for investment. Items such as match-worn shirts, international caps and medals from various sporting events have been particularly good sellers in recent years. Meanwhile the world record price for a football shirt was the sale of Peles 1970 World Cup winning shirt. It sold for £157,750 at London auction house Christie’s way back in 2002. Because many consider Pele to be the greatest footballer of all time, the perceived value is enormous.

Melbourne Cup memorabilia... The racing silks worn by jockey Jim Pike when Phar Lap won the 1930 Melbourne Cup are estimated to be worth in the region of $300,000. Or what about the race book from the first Tuesday of November in 1930? That sold for $14,880 at a recent auction. While you could potentially pick up an investment piece on auction sites and eBay, if you’re lucky you could grab your own autographed items on the day. For example if you happened to have Michelle Payne’s, the first woman to ride a Cup winner’s autograph at her first race book event, it could easily fetch up to $10,000 in 10 years time.

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CLN | ISSUE 07 | FEB-MAY ‘17 What should I look out for? Be warned, a lot of sports memorabilia out there is fake, especially on sites like eBay, so it’s important to do your research. Anything with a historic interest pre-1950 will always be a good investment, and will hold its own over the next 20 years. Avoid limited editions you may have seen on TV, as there are too many variables, with garish photos and big frames. David Poole, from retailer Sports Online compares the memorabilia market with antiques. “Rare and sought-after items are the best investments,” he said “But they don’t come up very often.” Baggy green caps worn by our Test cricketers are always in demand, with Donald Bradman’s baggy green selling for more than $400,000. Another went for $335,000. Even Richie Benaud’s test caps went for $42,700 recently. If you find something that had been worn or used by a favourite player you are sitting on a gold mine. Now onto famous boxer Muhammad Ali, the boxing great. Everything he touched, everywhere he went, Ali created a physical universe of items that people across the globe have sought out as tangible reminders of his legacy. The largest pricetag for an Ali collectible came in 2012, when a pair of fight-worn gloves from a 1965 bout against Floyd Patterson sold for $1.1 million (US). In a recent piece for the Ringer, TV personality Keith Olbermann recalled a frenzy at a 1983 press conference as attendees elbowed each other to secure tiny swatches of a tablecloth on which Ali had doodled. Those swatches, and other remnants of the sports star, are likely to be even more valuable now, following Ali’s death. Who buys memorabilia? Memorabilia means different things to different people, with collectors snobbing mass produced large-run items such as autographed photos, jerseys and miniature cricket bats. Meanwhile a Sharks or Bulldogs fan would have no hestitation in spending $2000 for a framed jersey because their premiership victories mean a lot to them. For football codes, AFL memorabilia is the most valuable. It’s usually the Brownlow, then a premiership medal, then a signed jersey, then personal materials. For Rugby, it’s the honour caps, and anything connected to our 1908 team – who won Olympic gold.

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sports calendar FEB to MAY ‘17.

League

NRL Auckland Nines | NZ | 4-5 Feb

Gridiron

NFL Playoffs | Super Bowl USA | 6 Feb

Union

Men’s World Sevens Series | Syd | 4-5 Feb

Soccer

Cricket

Golf

Major | Masters Tournament | USA | 6-10 Apr

Tennis

Gland Slam | French Open | Par | 28 May-11 Jun

Athletics

Stawell Gift | Finals Day | VIC | 17 Apr

Motorsport

Cycling

Track World Championships | HK | 12-16 Apr

Swimming

Australian Championships | Bris | 9-13 Apr

Rowing

RSA Event | Syd Int. Regatta | 27 Mar-2 Apr

Horse racing

To round up this article, the experts say focus on your favourite team or player, check the auction houses and eBay for current prices, and maybe have a little flutter on the Cup to get your bankroll started.

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App platforms where content producers and consumers exchange value and data

The incredible growth and success of Apple can be attuned to the powerful combination of factors #1 and #3 in the past 10 years.

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OPTIMISING CONTROLLER

HOSTING DEVICES Field Agents

The exciting RX3i CPE400 PAC combines real-time control with embedded Field Agent technology that leverages GE’s Predix platform to easily collect and analyse large quantities of data in the cloud or at the edge to help businesses realise greater profitability. Its powerful 4-core controller is perfect for high availability applications. It comes complete with Gigabit Ethernet with integrated switches to provide connections for controlling I/O, direct messaging or handling of data. A must have for any industrial internet application!

GE’s Field Agent enabled edge devices are the critical link required in an Industrial Internet-of-Things chain for cloud-enabled analytics. Field Agents provide a rugged solution for secure data collection from edge devices. This data is then sent into the Predix cloud, a purposely built platform for industrial apps and analytics. It supports over 150 different communication protocols via RS232, RS485, USB2.0 and CAN Bus as well as Ethernet based networks. Completely secure, it utilises cryptoprocessor technology for peace-of-mind.

RX3i CPE400 Series

MIX & MATCH I/O RSTi-EP Series The RSTi compact, distributed I/O delivers long-life, higher performance solutions that are easy to configure, manage and upgrade. With Ethernet-based RSTi I/O, communications are enhanced through PROFINET, a high-speed open protocol that facilitates the massive amounts of data that devices generate. RSTi I/O unlocks the continuity, connectivity, and collaboration for your control systems. It’s an ideal companion for the Field Agents and RX3i CPE400 PAC.

PREDIX™ Industrial Cloud Platform GE’s platform for the Industrial Internet meets the needs industrial customers have for scale, security and regulatory compliance. Predix provides a standardised way for businesses to create innovative apps that turn real-time operational data into actionable insights.

An economic impact

A world of apps We live in a world of apps. They have become so pervasive in our daily experience that we don’t even think about it anymore. An app wakes us in the morning, and another app reports the quality of our sleep, we use apps to move around town, book restaurants and movies, track our weight and physical activity, meet friends, stream music and keep up with the news. Life is an app. Now machines are set to join the game. The industrial world is getting online fast - and Big Data is getting really big because machine data is growing twice as fast as any other. By 2020, there will be an estimated 50 billion “things” connected to the Internet, and an increasing share of these interconnected devices will be industrial assets. As they get interconnected, industrial machines will do exactly as we do. They will rely on apps to do just about anything, improve their health, feed themselves better, socialise with each other. Seriously!

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The industrial app economy won’t only have a much more powerful economic impact than the consumer app economy; it will also be different in many ways. The scope for very simple apps will be a lot more limited in the industrial sector because apps for industrial machines will have to be robust and secure. They will be aimed at monitoring and controlling the operation of complex industrial machinery therefore they will need to handle industrial-level quantities of data, and they will have to satisfy the highest cybersecurity standards.

How I hear you say? Well the Industrial Internet now has a secure cloud development and hosting platform called Predix. GE has created this platform so developers can experiment with new ways to improve the efficiency and reliability of all sorts of machines. The platform is essential to leverage the power of the “Global Brain” by distributing and connecting the intelligence of millions of people around the globe. So in other words GE has created an Industrial App store. Just like its consumer counterpart, they are looking to subject matter experts and users to create apps and exchange the value and data freely and quickly with the consumers of the “apps”.

Leading the charge GE’s Industrial Internet Control System (IICS) hardware leverages the Predix platform. Apps, Powered by Predix, can communicate to GE’s new class of edge devices called Outcome OptimIsing Controllers. These new controllers augment the realtime deterministic control loop with embedded Field Agent technology, delivering nearrealtime advice through market analysis, fleet and enterprise data, or asset/process knowledge to optimise the outcomes. These controllers are the “iPhone” of the industrial space. Ultimately the GE platform provides a complete modular system with controls, I/O, cloud connectivity devices and apps, designed with future-proof architecture. With this development, industry now has the ability to craft a connected control solution that will evolve to exceed their needs throughout the lifecycle of their system. New apps and analytics can be dropped in to create new value over time without retrofitting. It also provides multiple entry points from a hardware point of view that doesn’t require a rip and replace of existing control systems. Stand-alone cloud connectivity devices and control servers layer on top of existing control systems to finally bring the Industrial Internet to life.

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For many travelers to Peru, a visit to the lost Incan city of Machu Picchu is the whole purpose of their trip. With its awe-inspiring location, it is the best-known and most spectacular archaeological site on the continent.

achu Picchu’s existence had been a secret until American historian Hiram Bingham stumbled upon it in 1911, since then knowledge of the place remains sketchy. It is believed it was founded in the waning years of the last Incas in an attempt to preserve Incan culture, while others think it may have already become a forgotten city at the time of the conquest.

For those who would like a less crowded experience, or are looking to see and experience other aspects of Peru on their way to Machu Picchu, there are a number of diverse hiking alternatives: the second most popular way to hike to Machu Picchu is around massive Salkantay Mountain, one of the most imposing peaks in the Peruvian Andes at 20,569 feet.

Getting to the massive agricultural terraces, intricate stone constructions, and epic hilltop views of this UNESCO World Heritage site can be complicated, and it involves some trickier-than-usual logistics. You’ll find yourself heading to Cusco before finally making it to Machu Picchu.

Many tour companies offer Salkantay Treks, but Apus Peru, an established and well-regarded Cusco tour company with a focus on sustainable and responsible tourism, offers the Expreso Salkantay Trek, which shaves a day off the normal itinerary for those who want to push their physical limits on their way to Machu Picchu.

The easiest way to get from Cusco to Machu Picchu is to take the train to Aguas Calientes (the town located a few miles from the site). It’s a scenic 3.5-hour trip each way along tracks that run right along the Urubamba River in the Sacred Valley, with dramatic canyon walls on either side. The other way to get from Cusco to Machu Picchu is to walk as part of a multi-day Machu Picchu tour. Thousands of people hike to Machu Picchu each year. Here’s how. The most famous way to hike to Machu Picchu is along a section of one of the hundreds of Incan roads built as the empire expanded. Dozens of tour operators offer Inca Trail hikes to Machu Picchu, with varying durations and levels of comfort (though all require camping). Note that the Inca Trail leading to Machu Picchu is closed for the entire month of February every year.

Travellers interested in archaeology should consider the Choquequirao Tour with a Machu Picchu extension. This itinerary includes spectacular (but very tough) hiking in the steep Apurimac Canyon and exploration of the Choquequirao archaeological site before arriving to Aguas Calientes and then exploring Machu Picchu. The Inca Jungle Tour (also known as Tropical Inca Trail) combines hiking, biking, rafting and zip-lining on your way to Machu Picchu. You can also drive (most of the way) to Machu Picchu from Cusco to the town of Hydroelectrico (there’s a hydroelectric plant there). From there it’s a three hour hike up to Aguas Calientes and then on to Machu Picchu. Many tour companies in Cusco offer this route as a one- or two-day trip using private vans.

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WHAT TO BRING?

WHEN TO GO? Machu Picchu is open year-round. October through April is the official rainy season, but it can rain at any time. And while peak season is July and August, you should always expect crowds. Sundays can be the most crowded, because that’s when people who live in the Cusco province are allowed into the site for free, in addition to the daily quota of 5,200 paying visitors.

Water and a rain jacket, even if it looks like a beautiful sunny day. And speaking of sun, remember that the ozone layer over Peru is compromised. That, combined with the altitude, makes the sun extremely strong here so wear a hat and use plenty of high SPF sunscreen. Bring insect repellent as well. And keep some one soles coins in your pocket. You’ll need them to access the lone bathroom at the entrance to the site. To use the bathroom or grab food, you’ll have to exit the gates, so bring your passport and hang onto your ticket. You’ll need to show both to re-enter the citadel.

WHAT NOT TO BRING? Drones, umbrellas, or walking sticks or trekking poles since they’re all prohibited at Machu Picchu. Travelers who require sticks or poles for mobility can bring them in but only with protective rubber tips over the ends.

did you know Llamas poop is said to be one of the secrets to the Incas’ success as it fertilizised their main food source.

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tech: spashproof solar power banks kickstarter.com

Jackery, a company that specialises in producing a wide array of portable battery technologies is launching an innovative new solar power bank with the help of crowd funder site Kickstarter. Dubbed the Jackery Power Pro, it’s a solar power bank equipped with a folding 85-watt solar array that can fully charge the battery pack with only seven hours of comprehensive sunlight. The generator’s 578 watt-hour capacity means that it is more than

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capable of charging both small and big devices, so you can use it to juice up your phone or keep your refrigerator running for a couple of hours. This solar power bank is a great option for people looking for a portable and eco-friendly way to keep their devices fully juiced up during their camping trips and outdoor adventures or for off-the-grid use. Perfect for technology addicts!

cinema: ghost in the shell

Prinker prints temporary tattoo designs that you can transfer from your Android phone to your skin. Say what?! The Prinker is very easy to use and within seconds you can download or create a drawing on your smartphone that sends the image to the mini printer. The device then applies the pattern to your skin as if by magic. The Prinker makes use of hypoallergenic paint and the tattoos last just a couple of days. Judging by its range of bright colours and size, it could be solely aimed at tweens/teens, however im thinking it would be a hit at corporate events or family BBQs. Im sure these things will sell like hotcakes once finally released depending on cost.

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www.facebook.com/ghostintheshellmovie Ghost in the Shell is an upcoming AmericanNew Zealand film based on the Japanese manga of the same name. This live action remake stars Scarlett Johansson as a special ops cyborg who leads an elite task force called Section 9 for Hanka Robotics. Section 9 is devoted to stopping the most dangerous criminals and extremists, led by The Laughing Man,

whose singular goal is to wipe out Hanka’s advancements in cyber technology. Originally created by Masamume Shirow “Ghost in the Shell” was first published in 1989. The Japanese comic book went on to generate two additional manga editions, three anime film adaptations, an anime TV series and three video games. The second anime film, “Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence”, was released in the United States by DreamWorks’ Go Fish Pictures in 2004. It has a March release.

Gather the lads, the boys or the wolf pack and get ready for some serious bromantic bonding on a road trip from Cairns to Brisbane in Queensland. We’ve put together the ultimate brocation bucket list to tick off as you travel down the coast – the perfect mix of adrenalin, adventure and sport. Plus, a few brewskis thrown in for good measure (of course).

Biking | Cairns

You’ll never believe who I bumped into on my way to the eye doctor! Everybody!

The reward for a job well I owe, I owe, so it’s off to work I go. done is more work.

quickies

Beauty is in the eye of the beer holder.

recent movie releases

Investigator Jack Reacher (Tom Cruise) springs into action after the arrest of Susan Turner, an Army major accused of treason. Suspecting foul play, Jack embarks on a mission to prove JACK REACHER: that the head of his old NEVER GO BACK unit is innocent.

From Marvel Studios tells the story of Dr. Stephen Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch). His life changes after a car accident robs him of the use of his hands. When traditional medicine fails him, he looks for healing, and hope in a mysterious enclave.

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travel: the ultimate QLD boys trip

Mud + mates + adrenalin = mountain biking in Cairns. What’s a bit of friendly rivalry between mates? Harness your competitive edge and hit the rocky terrain along the notorious Smithfield Trails. Race through the jungle and Reef | Whitsundays mountain ridges. We don’t care how much fun you had out in Airlie Beach last night, the best way to bounce back after a big night of jelly wrestling at Magnums is to hit the water for a day ocean rafting on the Great Barrier Reef. It’s fast, fun and the view is all kinds of awesome.

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Camping | Fraser Island

Feeling bromantic? Spend a few nights under the stars on the beach at Fraser Island – the perfect place to relax, recharge and enjoy a spot of fishing on the beach. Don’t get too comfy, though. Frasier Island is a four-wheelSkydiving | Sunny Coast driving hotspot, so get ready There’s nothing like a for a bumpy ride. 70-second freefall from 15,000ft to separate the boys from the men. Luckily, you’ll be way too high and falling way too fast for anyone to hear your screams. The Sunshine Coast offers some of the best beach skydiving around.

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Beer crawl | Brisbane

You might need a few cold bevvies after your fall from the sky, and Brisbane is the place to go for a craft beer crawl. From New Farm to Newstead, West End and Milton, our craft beer capital has an ale to suit any discerning palate. Later book a tour at the XXXX brewery.

CLN | ISSUE 07 | FEB-MAY ‘17

art: drew the lamp

car: toyota C-HR

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Drew pays homage to the humble pencil, hovering over your surfaces as if held by an invisible hand and doodling straight into your computer or wall socket. Combining form and function. Australian husband & wife team Michael & George launched their debut ‘Stationery Objects’ product range during the London Design Festival in 2014. With a whimsical approach to reimagining everyday objects, the range captured the world’s imagination with their products being featured globally by influential publications, blogs, galleries and even the store windows of fashion designer Anya Hindmarsh internationally. The HB Lamp was named as part of Fast Company’s The Best Lighting Design Of 2014. Another crowd funded product through Kickstarter, the Drew pencil lamp range is growing to include various colours, sizes and limited editions.

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The C-HR made its first appearance as a striking three-door concept at the 2014 Paris motor show, before appearing again with a second pair of doors and a more productionfocused look at last year’s Frankfurt show. At first to be powered by the new 1.2-litre first glance it looks similar to the Nissan Juke, turbocharged four-potter that produces complete with aggressive style lines, a high 85kW and 185Nm of torque. belt-line, tall door panels, pumped guards and distinctive curved headlights. Official interior images show off a super contemporary space with an emphasis Toyota has been lagging behind in the SUV on the driver. There’s high centre console stakes for a few years, but this time it’s aimed and a centre stack that points towards to capture a new generation of car buyers, the pilot, with a one-piece dash design who are younger and less engaged. Cars like that places the small controls at a more Mazda’s CX3, Mitsubishi ASX and Nissan user-friendly, flatter angle. A gated gearshifter Qashqai have claimed more than 7% of the remains in its traditional spot, with no paddles local SUV market despite only being on sale a detectable behind the steering wheel. The couple of years. SUVs now account for almost exterior colour can also be brought inside, via 40% of all new car sales. the continuous trim line that wraps around the entire front of the cabin. Toyota says it’ll be positioned between the Corolla hatch and the RAV4, and available Safety-wise, Toyota says that local models in both front and all-wheel variants with the be fitted with a pre-collision system with autonomous braking, adaptive cruise, lane departure warning with steering control, automatic high beam and a reversing camera. Heated seats, keyless entry and 18-inch rims will also feature.

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With its Corolla and HiLux models near the top of the local sales charts, the C-HR will fill a gap in the line up for Toyota, but it will be interesting to see if the deliberately edgy styling wins over its traditionally conservative audience.

tech: SGNL bracelet mysgnl.com

SGNL is a bracelet that turns your hand into a phone. Really. It sounds like witchcraft, but it actually takes advantage of a basic physics principle to transmit sound through a surface. This wristband works with any watch that’s compatible with standard

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After decades adrift and declared “lost with all hands,” the brave crew of the UNSC Spirit of Fire are mysteriously awoken above an ancient Forerunner haven known as the Ark. In Halo Wars 2, Captain Cutter and his crew will face one of humanity’s most formidable threats yet: The Banished led by Atriox.

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Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon: Wildlands takes place in South America. It’s up to you to break the alliance between the Santa Bianca Mexican drug cartel and the corrupted government.

straps. On the bracelet is a protrusion which produces vibrations, like the diaphragm of a loudspeaker. But instead of transferring these through the air, instead sound travels through the bones of your hand. First, you need to connect your smartphone to the bracelet via Bluetooth and install the companion app, then make a call. After that, simply press a finger to your ear to hear the conversation. This increases privacy, as nobody can hear anything but you. Futuristic!

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tech: the electron wheel electronwheel.com

Electric bikes are sustainable modes of transportation that are simply easier to ride than their non-electric counterparts, and the Electron Wheel is an easy way for e-bike converts to join in without having to ditch their old electricity-free rides. The Electron Wheel attaches to any bicycle and instantly turns it into an electric bicycle. Yep! The Electron Wheel contains an electric motor that changes bicycles into front-wheel drive vehicles. Riders can use pedal assist to ride smoothly for up to 50 kilometres, without having to worry about breaking a sweat. Installation is lightning quick and takes less than 30 seconds, with a downloadable app lets you track your speed, distance, route mapping and more.

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Background

in the Childers eensland farmer Qu a , nd Sa fts To crops including mber of different area grows a nu es a mains peanuts and utilis sugar cane and increasing W . irrigate them ith sought help powered pump to ey th , ion tit and compe operating costs . ns existed for them to see what optio

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costs High operation of the mains eous connection To gain a simultan pplies and PV array su produce enough the PV array to Correct sizing of eed, but not sp l ful e pump at voltage to run th imum PV voltage exceed the max

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Tofts Sand wanted to reduce their production costs by running the pump from solar, and avoid having to use the mains supply when possible. The mains supply would therefore be only required at night or when there was not sufficient solar power during the day. The pump, which was a 22 kW, 415-volt machine pumps water out of a dam and along a 400 metre underground pipe to a centre pivot that moves around the field irrigating their crops.

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SM1 Solar VSD ABB 22kW AC e side choke ABB fuses & Lin power supply PULS MiniLine 96 energy meter Electrex Femto

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| CASE STUDY

S olution Based on current and future requirem ents, Control Logic recommended and supplied a 22 kW ABB ACSM1 Sola r VSD, which was then implemented by Betts Electrical. Betts Electrical installed the VSD into a cabinet that had the incoming main s supply connected to it as well as DC from a 30 kW PV array installed. As both supplies were connected to the VSD at the same time, blocking diodes were connected in series on the plus and minus coming from the PV array and the VSD DC bus connection to prevent current flowing back into the PV arra y.

ated frustr r d n a fo d cerne costs to “Con creasing y ll cia by in espe ne and tion, irriga r sugarca ecided d ou grow crops, we rnative t e u lt n a .” pea ate estig costs to inv to defray usso, eb R ways n&D and. ~ Joh s, Tofts S r e n ow

For the irrigation system to work corr ectly a constant pressure is required to be maintained in the pipes. A pres sure transmitter was connected to a PLC which performed PID control to maintain a pressure set point and the PLC varied the spee d reference to the VSD as well as starting and stopping it.

Benefits

Within agriculture, one of the major costs of daily operation is normally associated with irrigation. The implementation of the new system will see a lot of these costs dramatically reduced. The proportion of power coming from the mains or from the PV array will now depend on the amount of solar power available. Because irrigation at Tofts Sand mainly takes place during the spring and summer months, solar power supply should be favourable, saving costs and reducing carbon emissions. On a clear sunny day, all power would be completely derived from the PV array. This means the mains would only be utilised at night, or partly during the day depending on cloud cover. This substantial cost-saving will enable Tofts Sand to irrigate 24/7 yet still reduce production costs.

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Inside of the V SD control cabinet

Contact For more information on the ABB ACSM1 Solar VSD or this case-study please contact Control Logic on 1800 557 705 or by emailing our product specialists at sales@control-logic.com.au.

TECH-TIP |

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connect an ORING switch

into a MOXA TURBO RING

STEP TWO Next is setting the OPEN Ring port number

...your 4-step guide

f your network switch fails and it happens to be part of a vendor specific redundant ring (eg. “Turbo ring”) from another brand, naturally you would seek out the same vendor for a replacement switch. You are then crossing your fingers that it’s still available for delivery, in the country, or has a product design fault to see the same issue reoccurring. ORing has developed a feature called “Open-Ring”, designed to work with any brand. The ORing switch will pass the ring break detection packets onto the ring master, and will not affect the redundant topology heal speed or switching mechanics.

STEP THREE Setting the MOXA switch 1. Select Communication Redundancy page 2. Type is Turbo Ring V2 3. Enable Ring Master 4. Setting ring port

This guide will quickly show you how to achieve this on a Moxa Turbo Ring V2. STEP ONE • •

Select the vendor under “Open-Ring” MOXA = Turbo Ring V2

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(does not support X-Ring V2)

Hirschmann = MRP

(does not support Hiper Ring)

STEP FOUR Finally connect all ring ports (ORing + Moxa), and now OPEN Ring is working Want to know more? Go to www.control-logic.com.au/blog or click on ‘Blog’ on our homepage for the latest tech-tips and downloadable PDF. Alternatively speak to one of our application engineers by calling 1800 557 705, or by emailing sales@control-logic.com.au for advice, assistance, or enquiries.

Good Luck!

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