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Power Genex All-In-One Exd Switchbox and Solenoid from J+J UK


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+J UK, a leading ISO9001 approved supplier of air actuators, air actuated valves, plus position control,


monitoring and feedback equipment, offer the all-in-one ATEX Exd limit switch box and integral Exd solenoid Valve Position Monitor from Power Genex. This robust unit saves installation time and cost compared to a standalone switchbox and solenoid and offers outstanding performance under harsh working conditions. Many switch options are available including up to 4 x


SPDT micro switches, or 4 x inductive proximity sensors and a 4-20mA output transmitter. The monitor is available with either an aluminium or stainless steel housing and solenoid, or a combination of aluminium and stainless steel.


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ew guide from ABB provides a thorough grounding in temperature measurement for novices and experts alike ABB has released a new in-depth handbook explaining how to maximise temperature measurement accuracy in industrial applications. Titled ‘Industrial temperature measurement: Basics and practice’, the handbook provides a detailed explanation of the key areas that users need to consider when implementing and operating temperature measurement technology. Available from www.bit.ly/ABBtempguide, the handbook is


suitable for both novices and those with more experience in temperature measurement. Written by ABB's temperature experts, the 320-page book is divided into nine main chapters, covering a variety of topics including the principles of temperature measurement; sensor and transmitter options and how to select them; ensuring accuracy through calibration and verification; and the options available for explosive and SIL applications. “As one of the most widely measured parameters in any industrial application, temperature provides an invaluable indication of what’s happening in a process,” says Steve Gorvett, ABB’s DP Flow and Temperature Product Manager for the UK. “Our new handbook is absolutely essential for any technician, experienced or not, who is looking to better understand the basic principles of temperature measurement and how to select the best solution that will deliver the highest levels of accuracy and reliability in their application.” ABB's Measurement & Analytics business unit (www.abb.com/measurement) is among the world's leading


manufacturers and suppliers of instrumentation and analyzers. With thousands of experts around the world and high-performance technology, ABB's team is dedicated to making measurement easy for its customers. ABB (NYSE: ABB) is a pioneering technology leader in electrification products, robotics and motion, industrial


automation and power grids, serving customers in utilities, industry and transport & infrastructure globally. Continuing a history of innovation spanning more than 125 years, ABB today is writing the future of industrial digitalization and driving the Energy and Fourth Industrial Revolutions. ABB operates in more than 100 countries with about 132,000 employees. For further information about ABB’s temperature range, visit www.abb.com/temperature, email enquiries.mp.uk@gb.abb.com or call 0870 600 6122.


ABB  0870 600 6122  mp.uk@gb.abb.com  www.abb.com/temperature Leading Manufacturers Energise ABLE’s Cutting Edge Training Rig


process environment for high impact, hands-on instruction across the various measurement and control disciplines and environments. The facility consists of connected stainless steel


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vessels and ABLE, in collaboration with leading manufacturers and suppliers, has equipped the rig with instrumentation ranging from the conventional and traditional to the very latest highly advanced, innovative technologies for flow, level, pressure, temperature, density, gas and liquid analysis. The entire process is managed by Rockwell’s flagship


PlantPAx DCS System which uses a common automation platform for seamless integration of all rig sectors and facilitates the mirroring of process plant across the major industries, from the complexity of an offshore platform to the precision of a micro-brewery. ABLE use the renowned Aegex 10 Intrinsically Safe


Tablet to create a fully secure mobile HMI with improved visualisation via Rockwell’s ThinManager Software Platform in a Windows 10 environment. This allows the operator to bring up HMI elements for any of the relevant processes and associated instruments and devices on the rig. One tablet replaces multiple HMIs and full manufacturer specific computers and supplementary infrastructure. The Aegex device also incorporates an RFID tag reader,


which connects to a database that recognises instrument serial numbers and wirelessly links back to the appropriate HMI screen hosting specific information such as tag number, model number, measurement type, calibration date and general maintenance data. ABLE are currently investigating connectivity solutions


to establish some IOT functionality for the training rig, again using the Aegex tablet as the mobile, hazardous area, wireless interface for secure remote connection. By attaching a communication gateway to the remote


instrumentation that sends data via Ethernet or the mobile phone network to a cloud-based server, this will facilitate access to and control of the device. ABLE, as an official distributor for Aegex Technologies,


offer the Aegex intrinsically safe zone 1 tablet and accessories for purchase via 247able.com. Aegex Technologies are market leaders in developing high quality, intrinsically safe mobile equipment and cloud connectivity for hazardous industries such as oil and gas, chemical,


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pharmaceutical, utilities, public safety and defence. 247able are able to deliver Aegex Technologies


products globally, furthermore, any in-stock UK order placed before 16:00 will be delivered next day.


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entral to ABLE’s new state of the art training facility is a purpose built rig providing a truly unique


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