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ABB to control gas storage facility in UK

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The facility will be controlled by an ABB System 800xA, along with ABB instrumentation and a Safety Instrumented System (SIS).

Pilz publishes Guide to Functional Machine Safety

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The Safety Compendium is a free 200-page technical guide for the application of functional safety standards to machinery and all its other associated aspects.

VarTech Systems releases VTPC950W 19" LCD Workstation

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Workstation has a Type X purge and pressurization protection system and is suitable for many classified areas such as Class 1 Div 1 Groups B,C, D and Class 2 Div 1 groups E, F and G.

Det-Tronics introduces ASH smoke and heat detector module

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ASH Module manages inputs/outputs between the Eagle Quantum Premier Safety System and devices in non-hazardous areas, such as living quarters and control rooms.

Exlar Tritex II actuator gains CSA Class I, Division 2 ratings

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Both linear and rotary models in the Tritex II Series have CSA Class I Div 2 groups A, B C and D certification, and IP65 and Type 4 environmental ratings.

Assured Automation Announces FireChek Pneumatic Shut-off Valve

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When the shape memory alloy of the FireChek senses excessive heat from a nearby fire, it immediately vents the pneumatic actuator and closes the actuator air supply line.

eLynx Technologies introduces i4D Alarm with Worldwide Coverage

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The i4D is a four-input discrete alarming device that uses Iridium’s global satellite network for communication, so it can be used in even the most remote locations.

Honeywell to automate Iraq's North Refineries Company

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Honeywell will supply an Experion Process Knowledge System and Safety Manager to upgrade the automation systems at the refinery in Baiji, Iraq.

Fears of security deterioration in Yemeni oil regions

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Oil & Gas Engineer, May 2011
The security situation for oil companies in Yemen is getting increasingly precarious and complicated, as the defection of senior generals with many of their troops is leaving the countryside and key oil areas exposed.

Omron STI introduces Touchscreen for G9SP Safety Controller

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Touchscreen displays safety I/O error codes and the status of safety inputs and outputs without the cost of installing and wiring indicator lights.