2013年8月26日 星期一

Power plant market with new embedded technology

The market for Rotork valves and actuators has been strong in almost every segment of the power sector, especially hydropower. "Hydroelectric has really been a nice technology business for us," Kundin said. "A lot of hydro upgrades have quietly gone on at a lot of the existing stations."

They work in harsh environments, and they get little or no recognition. But their impact on power plant efficiency can be significant. Valves and actuators are critical in almost every aspect of single board computer. They are used in a wide range of applications, including pollution control, feed water, cooling water, chemical treatment, bottom ash and steam turbine control embedded systems. They are exposed to a variety of chemicals, abrasive materials and very high temperatures. They are critical in optimizing efficiency, and they are often the final control element in the operation of a power plant. The move toward electric actuators has led to the creation of more digital networks for controlling these types of actuators. But the transition has been slow, Kundin said.
"The power industry was probably one of the last industries to embrace digital networks," he said. "Today, it's almost more of a standard to see the electric actuators controlled over a digital network than traditional wiring."



refer to: http://www.power-eng.com/articles/print/volume-117/issue-8/features/opportunities-to-improve-efficiency.html

2013年8月19日 星期一

JR and AWL join in one force for greater picture


In addition to increasing available resources, JR and AWL will share knowledge and expertise on the latest technologies, keeping both companies on the cutting edge.

For the merger taken place last week, the 2 companies already figured a strategy for job allocation. JR will service and support customers in the US, Canada, and Mexico, and AWL will support customers in Europe and China.

 JR Automation,  in business since 1980, is a rapidly expanding embedded system automation company with experience in creating a wide range of solutions, from stand-alone operator assist stations to highly automated assembly lines. Similarly, AWL is a leader in production industrial computer and experienced in the automotive and general industries with proficiency in laser welding.  With JR and AWL’s standing as leading global system integrators, this strategic partnership will facilitate an environment rich with knowledge, ability, and possibility for our customers.



refer to: http://www.automation.com/jr-automation-and-awl-techniek-join-forces

Cut throat automation business in U.S.A. and Europe




For the merger taken place last week, the 2 companies already figured a strategy for job allocation. JR will service and support customers in the US, Canada, and Mexico, and AWL will support customers in Europe and China.  JR Automation,  in business since 1980, is a rapidly expanding embedded system automation company with experience in creating a wide range of solutions, from stand-alone operator assist stations to highly automated assembly lines. Similarly, AWL is a leader in production industrial computer and experienced in the automotive and general industries with proficiency in laser welding.  With JR and AWL’s standing as leading global system integrators, this strategic partnership will facilitate an environment rich with knowledge, ability, and possibility for our customers.



refer to: http://www.automation.com/jr-automation-and-awl-techniek-join-forces