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Industrial Ethernet Book, February 2012
Emerson’s wireless level and pressure transmitters and a plant-wide wireless network have been used to automate tank storage level monitoring in Sweden, improving safety and reducing costs.

The 2x35W version for fluorescent lamps is certified for use in Zones 2 and 22 in accordance with European Directive (ATEX) and IECEx standards.

Per the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), this rating is required when installing cables into tray applications.

InTech, February 2012
By Russel Treat, EnerSys
Many pipeline operators will spend substantial time and effort reworking their control rooms and systems to comply with the new Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration’s Control Room Management rule by 1 August 2012. Done right, this could significantly improve their operations.

The Installed Base Audit simplifies measurement device maintenance, helps a plant conform to various regulations and safety requirements, and reduces its Total Cost of Ownership.

Fire Sentry is a privately-held manufacturer of fire detection and control products for a broad range of industrial markets.

MP300 series switches are now in compliance with ATEX and are approved for zone 22 in potentially explosive dust atmospheres.

The safety controller provides four redundant safe inputs and two independent safe electronic outputs.

PlantServices.com, February 2012
By Brian Anulies, GE Energy Industrial Solutions
Research shows that industrial facilities are 28% more likely to have a safety incident when maintenance work on a motor is reactive versus planned.

Control Engineering Europe, February 2012
The motivating factors for installing wireless sensors are easy to see – simplicity of installation and operational flexibility. The main challenges for safe wireless communication are to guarantee a short response time and to immediately detect loss of contact with sensors.