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2011 Control Design magazine Readers' Choice Awards Control Design, September 2011 2011 Service Awards: FIVE AWARDS FOUR 1st Place Awards in 2011 (PLC, PLC Software, Operator Terminal, Stepper Motor) ONE 2nd Place Awards in 2011 (Terminal Blocks) Read this article online 2011 Service and Support Leaders (pdf) |
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2010 Control Design magazine Readers' Choice Awards Control Design, September 2010 AutomationDirect was honored for best service of any supplier in Operator Interface Terminals, PLC Programming Software and PLCs. "You awarded the highest service praise this year - at 4.4 - to AutomationDirect in the Operator Terminal category and to ... " Read this article online 2010 Service and Support Leaders |
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2010 EC&M Product of the Year - Category Winner Productivity 3000 Programmable Automation Controller Electrical Construction and Maintenance (EC&M), January 2010 Each year, EC&M Magazine conducts their Product of the Year competition, covering a vast array of product categories. The Automation & Controls Category winner for 2010 is AutomationDirect's Productivity 3000 Programmable Automation Controller. Read this article online |
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2009 Control Design magazine Readers' Choice Awards Control Design, September 2009 AutomationDirect was honored for best service of any supplier in four catagories: PLC, Operator Interface Terminals, PLC Programming Software and Relays. "AutomationDirect received 4.0 or better ratings in 11 categories." Read this article online |
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IEN Web Reviews 2009 IEN Industrial Equipment News, March 2009 Highest Rated Site of the Month Automation Direct: Overall Rating 94% Process Controls "Very, very thorough site; one of the best industrial sites we’ve reviewed." Read this article online |
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February 1, 2012: AutomationDirect expands tubing and fittings offering in pneumatics line AutomationDirect has added new models of tubing and fittings to its NITRA line of pneumatic components, as well as blow guns and aluminum manifolds. ... | |
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December 14, 2011: AutomationDirect adds Werma Modular Stack Lights AutomationDirect now offers Werma modular stack lights in 50mm and 70mm sizes, ideal for use in applications such as machine tools, packaging machines, conveyor systems, loading docks, retail center check outs and more. The modular system provides total choice and flexibility ... | |
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December 14, 2011: Industrial Managed Ethernet switches now available AutomationDirect’s line of Stride™ Ethernet products now includes industrial-grade managed Ethernet switches, designed with redundant power inputs with surge and spike protection and auto-crossover. Built with aluminum housings, all models are designed for ... | |
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November 16, 2011: AutomationDirect adds basic line of soft motor starters The Stellar™ SR33 Series basic soft starters are designed for general purpose applications where traditional across-the-line starting or wye-delta starting would typically be appropriate. The SR33 semi-conductor soft starters, available in 22A to 482A sizes, are suitable to control ... |
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October 26, 2011: AutomationDirect adds Pressure Gauges and Thermometers to ProSense™ line ProSense mechanical dial pressure gauges are available in a variety of configurations for use in most pneumatic, hydraulic, HVAC, plumbing, industrial and commercial applications. These high quality gauges use Bourdon tube sensing elements and do not require any external power sources ... |
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October 12, 2011: AutomationDirect expands relay line AutomationDirect is greatly expanding their offering of industrial relays to accommodate a wider range of applications. Additions to the electromechanical relays include power relay and hazardous location relay styles. The APR40 series power relays, available in SPDT, DPST, and DPDT models, ... |
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September 28, 2011: AutomationDirect adds safety glasses AutomationDirect now offers Crossfire safety glasses for use in the industrial workplace. Combining required eye protection and comfortable fit in a lightweight non-industrial look, Crossfire safety eyewear provides excellence in technology and construction; every style meets ... |
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September 28, 2011: Digital Pressure Switch/Transmitters from AutomationDirect ProSense digital pressure switch/transmitters are designed for air, no-corrosive gas and non-flammable gas applications. Fitted with a two-meter cable, the precision digital devices feature a three-color LCD display and provide two digital outputs and one analog output. Equipped with a ... |
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September 14, 2011: AutomationDirect Adds Heavy-Duty Pneumatic Air Cylinders AutomationDirect's NITRA™ pneumatic product line now includes D-Series heavy-duty air cylinders ideal for applications where abusive conditions are a concern. NITRA D-series heavy-duty pneumatic air cylinders are interchangeable with other popular brands of NFPA cylinders. ... |
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August 17, 2011: ZIPLink cable and module offering expanded AutomationDirect’s expanded ZIPLink connection system eliminates the normally tedious process of wiring between devices by utilizing prewired cables and DIN rail mount connector modules. ZIPLink cables reduce the time to wire Productivity3000 PAC, DirectLOGIC and CLICK PLC I/O ... |
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August 17, 2011: AutomationDirect adds Class J High-Speed Drive fuses AutomationDirect has added the Edison JHL series of Class J fuses to their line of circuit protection products. The JHL series 600 VAC/450 VDC fuses combine the performance of high-speed semiconductor fuses and the convenience of Class J branch-circuit fuses ... |
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August 17, 2011: Industrial Ethernet Unmanaged Switches Expand Fiber Options AutomationDirect’s line of Stride™ Ethernet products includes industrial-grade unmanaged Ethernet switches and media converters. All models feature multiple 10/100BaseT RJ45 Ethernet ports, while several also include an ST type fiber optic connection. Recently added ... |
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July 27, 2011: Compact Limit Switches available from AutomationDirect AutomationDirect has expanded its limit switch line to include the AEM2G series compact limit switches. The switches feature 35 mm wide die-cast housings and are equipped with one normally-open and one normally-closed contact; all units include a three-meter cable ... |
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July 27, 2011: AutomationDirect adds 24 VDC Temperature Controllers AutomationDirect's 24 VDC powered SOLO process/temperature controllers are powerful process tools offering flexibility and simplicity. Available in four standard DIN sizes, these single-loop units are equipped with a dual four-digit, seven-segment display, and ... |
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July 13, 2011: New Premium Efficiency Motors from AutomationDirect® AutomationDirect's IronHorse™ general purpose AC motor line now includes cast iron three-phase premium efficiency motors available in horsepower ranges from 1 to 200 hp. Motors are available in speeds of 1200, 1800, and 3600 RPM and are electrically reversible. ... |
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June 29, 2011: AutomationDirect's hand tool offering expanded AutomationDirect now offers Wera standard, insulated, and miniature screwdrivers in six-piece sets. Screwdriver handles are marked with a screw symbol and the tip size for easy identification. A laser treatment provides a microrough surface on the tip of the blade for less slipping. Also available are ... |
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| June 29, 2011: AutomationDirect offers new series of cost-effective line reactors for AC drives AutomationDirect's LR series of input and output line reactors for AC drives are available in sizes from 0.25HP to 300HP and in single-phase (115-230 VAC) and three-phase (230, 460, 575 VAC) models. Designed with universal mounting feet with multiple mounting slots, LR series reactors ... |
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| June 8, 2011: Modbus Gateway Communications Module AutomationDirect's line of communication products now includes the MB-GATEWAY, a single port Modbus Gateway module which converts Modbus TCP to Modbus RTU. The gateway module features an automatic read function ... |
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May 18, 2011: ProSense™ Pressure and Temperature Transmitter lines expanded at AutomationDirect AutomationDirect has expanded the ProSense line of pressure sensors and temperature transmitters. IP68/IP69K-rated 5,000 psi pressure transmitters are available in zero to 10V and 4 to 20mA output models. Offering higher operating and burst pressures, the transmitters ... |
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May 18, 2011: Ethernet Drive Module and Serial Communications Module from AutomationDirect AutomationDirect’s new GS-EDRV100 Ethernet drive module provides a high-performance Ethernet link between a control system and any GS or DURApulse AC drive. The module processes signals to and from the drive, mounts on 35mm DIN rail, and connects the drive to an Ethernet hub or PC ... |
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May 18, 2011: AutomationDirect adds Basic Sensor Line AutomationDirect's offering of industrial sensors now includes two series of low-cost high-performance sensors. The FB series M18 plastic DC photoelectric sensors are 18mm sensors in diffuse, polarized reflective and through-beam models with sensing distances ... |
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May 4, 2011: AutomationDirect Pneumatics product line now includes Directional Solenoid Valves NITRA™ pneumatic BVS series modular solenoid valves are body ported, three-port (three-way), two-position poppet valves available in normally-open or normally-closed configurations. Most models have removable flying leads that can be used with BVM series manifolds. ... |
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May 4, 2011: Multi-Wire Connectors from AutomationDirect AutomationDirect has expanded its ZIPport™ product line to include the STD standard series multi-wire connectors. The heavy duty connectors are designed to maintain reliable electrical connections while providing the protection against dirt, moisture and ... |
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April 20, 2011: AutomationDirect expands photoelectric sensor line AutomationDirect's photoelectric sensor offering now includes 18mm rectangular plastic DC models. The IP67 rated sensors, available in 12 models, feature an 18mm diameter threaded lens and M12 quick-disconnect. The GX3 series is a diffuse photoelectric ... |
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April 20, 2011: AutomationDirect Adds 65mm Mushroom Head Metal Pushbuttons AutomationDirect now offers Fuji Command 30mm metal pushbuttons with 65mm mushroom-style operators. The momentary non-illuminated pushbuttons are available in four colors and come with either a single normally-open contact block ... |
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March 30, 2011: AutomationDirect Renews Partnership with Kepware for Communications Kepware Technologies, the leader in Communications for Automation, announced today that it has renewed its contract as AutomationDirect's communications supplier. AutomationDirect will deliver a single branded version of KEPServerEX called "KEPDirect OPC Server" ... |
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March 30, 2011: Current Sensing line expands with Ground fault sensors and DC current transducers and switches AutomationDirect's acuAMP™ line of current sensors now includes AC ground fault sensors and DC current transducers and switches. The GFS series of ground fault sensors monitors all current-carrying conductors in grounded single and three-phase delta or wye systems. |
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March 16, 2011: AutomationDirect adds Compact Fusible switches Gladiator compact fusible switches have been added to AutomationDirect’s product offering of circuit protection devices. The single-pole, two-pole and triple-pole AC devices are available in Class CC and Midget fuse models; single-phase DC devices are also available. |
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February 16, 2011: AutomationDirect adds safety relays AutomationDirect now offers several series of Dold safety relay devices for use in industrial applications. LG5924 Series relays are single-channel E-stop relays designed to protect people and machines in applications with emergency stop buttons. Available with 24 VDC, 110 VAC, and 230 VAC coil voltages ... |
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February 16, 2011: Inductive DC Proximity Sensors AutomationDirect extends its offering of inductive industrial proximity sensors to include the PEW series of stainless steel DC proximity sensors. The shielded 8mm sensors are flush-mountable and feature a 2mm sensing range. |
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February 2, 2011: Encapsulated transformers line expanded AutomationDirect has expanded its Hammond line of HPS Fortress commercial encapsulated power transformers. The single phase units are now available in 100VA up to 25kVA ratings and input voltage ranges of 120VAC to 480VAC. |
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January 19, 2011: AutomationDirect expands tubing and hose offering in pneumatics line AutomationDirect has added new tubing and hose options to its NITRA line of pneumatic components, including bonded straight and coiled styles. Available in 50-foot lengths, NITRA bonded polyurethane tubing is made by a continuous bonding process, resulting in a strong, organized, color-coded package with flexibility and kink resistance. |
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January 19, 2011: AutomationDirect adds full-featured soft starters AutomationDirect’s line of Stellar soft starters now includes the SR44 series of solid-state soft starters to control three-phase AC induction motors. The fully digital SR44 soft starters use thyristors in all three motor phases to provide controlled reduced voltage motor control for smooth acceleration/deceleration and reduced mechanical shock and starting stress. |
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January 19, 2011: AutomationDirect Adds Compact Pneumatic Air Cylinders AutomationDirect has extended its NITRA™ pneumatic product line to include a series of compact stainless steel, round body cylinders. The new C-series cylinders feature type 304 stainless steel bodies with anodized aluminum alloy heads. |
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