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    <pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
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      <title>Safety system to boost North Sea output</title>
      <description>System is built specifically to monitor the condition of a compressor and to control the start sequence and compressor loading process.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>ICS Triplex</category>
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      <title>The benefits of creating the right safety concept</title>
      <description> Stewart Robinson explains how getting the safety concept right can make a significant difference to the installed price of a machine's safety system and its long-term cost of ownership.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Pilz Automation Technology</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/pil/pil291.html</link>
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      <title>SafetyNet p, the safe real-time Ethernet protocol</title>
      <description>Stewart Robinson of Pilz Automation Technology outlines the technology underlying SafetyNet p, a safe real-time Ethernet protocol for industrial communication.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Pilz Automation Technology</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/pil/pil292.html</link>
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      <title>Package speeds electrical testing</title>
      <description>The PrimeTest 350 incorporates features to ensure that testing is carried out in accordance with the latest IEE Code of Practice for Portable Appliance Testing. </description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Seaward Electronic</category>
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      <title>Controllers extend oil platform life by ten years</title>
      <description>New Fire and Gas and PSD Safety Systems from ABB will help extend the life of one of BG's major North Sea production platforms, as well as exploit new oil and gas reserves in the area.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation)</category>
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      <title>Electrical safety catalogue details testing range</title>
      <description>Seaward Electronic's instrumentation is designed to enable users to verify the safe operation of all types of electrical equipment</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Seaward Electronic</category>
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      <title>Warning system improves x-ray safety</title>
      <description>Each warning unit features an audible siren and three 60W rotating mirror beacons: green for x-ray ready, amber for x-ray imminent and red for x-ray on. </description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Shaw Inspection Systems</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/xte/xte104.html</link>
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      <title>Flat cables provide installation flexibility</title>
      <description>The Ecobus flat cable system is suitable for use in furniture, decorative, movable or stud walls, in the cavities of ready-built structures, risers, or suspended ceilings, or underneath cable liners. </description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Datwyler (UK)</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/dtw/dtw125.html</link>
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      <title>Safety controller cuts costs for simple jobs</title>
      <description>The Flexi Soft comes with a software configuration tool which allows safety engineers to configure complex safety systems - from simple logic gates to more advanced functions.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Sick (UK)</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/sck/sck205.html</link>
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      <title>Conferences explain Code of Practice changes</title>
      <description>Seaward is hosting presentations on the IEE's new Code of Practice for the In-Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment at locations around the country over the rest of the year. </description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Seaward Electronic</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/saw/saw207.html</link>
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      <title>Fieldbus system works on standard Ethernet</title>
      <description>RTFL Safety Net p provides real-time communication in highly dynamic applications where a guaranteed scan time of 62.5us or less is required.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Pilz Automation Technology</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/pil/pil290.html</link>
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      <title>Inspection service certifies machine safety</title>
      <description>The consultancy division of Pilz Automation Technology can undertake risk assessments on machines or machine designs in accordance with the requirements of BS EN ISO 14121-1:2007. </description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Pilz Automation Technology</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/pil/pil288.html</link>
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      <title>Input module enables on-machine safety</title>
      <description>SafetyBus p input module saves costs for machine builders and system integrators as it can be installed directly on the machine.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Pilz Automation Technology</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/pil/pil289.html</link>
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      <title>Gateways connect safety equipment</title>
      <description>Users connecting a S3000 safety laser scanner or C4000/M4000 safety light curtain can have access to many more diagnostic and configuration options than they have with a standard safety relay. </description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Sick (UK)</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/sck/sck204.html</link>
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      <title>Safety system offers easy setup</title>
      <description>SafetyEYE can deliver substantial cost savings through faster installation and set-up, as well as reduced maintenance requirements. </description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Pilz Automation Technology</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/pil/pil286.html</link>
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      <title>Light curtain inspections ensure safety lasts</title>
      <description>ESPE certification involves an inspection to ensure that the light curtain cannot be defeated and that it is correctly positioned in relation to the mechanical hazards. </description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Pilz Automation Technology</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/pil/pil287.html</link>
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      <title>Checkbox keeps testers calibrated</title>
      <description>The Seaward PAT Checkbox is designed to check the accuracy of PAT testers and confirm that test readings remain valid during the period between formal re-calibrations. </description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Seaward Electronic</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/saw/saw206.html</link>
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      <title>Monitors keep safety systems running</title>
      <description>Turck safety monitors include a graphical user interface for commissioning and field diagnosis of the safety system.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Turck</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/tur/tur141.html</link>
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      <title>Safety and automation business to be sold</title>
      <description>Rockwell Automation to acquire products, technology, development engineering, marketing, sales and distribution.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Cedes</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/ces/ces105.html</link>
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      <title>Modular safety system copes with changing needs</title>
      <description>Sirius 3RK3 modular safety system users can connect to seven expansion modules, allowing the system to keep up with the safety needs of changing applications.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Feb 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Siemens Automation and Drives</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/sie/sie311.html</link>
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      <title>Weighing system ensures automotive safety</title>
      <description>VanWeigh is a simple, durable overload protection system that monitors axle and gross vehicle weights via an indicator mounted either in the cab or load area.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 19 Feb 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Vishay PM Onboard</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/vpw/vpw100.html</link>
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      <title>Slimline safety relays add more contacts</title>
      <description>Latest additions offer the potential for savings in cost and space compared with traditional safety relays.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Pilz Automation Technology</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/pil/pil285.html</link>
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      <title>Intrinsic safety systems in focus</title>
      <description>Manual is loaded with information on successfully installing, using, maintaining and repairing intrinsic safety systems.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 08 Feb 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Pepperl+Fuchs GB</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/ppp/ppp148.html</link>
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      <title>Making robotic automation safe</title>
      <description>Machine builders and system integrators installing a robot for the first time need to be aware of the differences between safeguarding in conventional automation and robotic applications.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 14 Jan 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Pilz Automation Technology</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/pil/pil284.html</link>
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      <title>Safety controller input reduces complexity</title>
      <description>Status is indicated via LEDs on the front of the analogue input module and, if installed, via the PVIS 'intelligent diagnostics' system and a Pilz PMImicro diagnostic display. </description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 09 Jan 2008 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Pilz Automation Technology</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/pil/pil283.html</link>
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      <title>Code updates portable appliance testing</title>
      <description>Seminars will explain the implications of the IET's new Code of Practice for the in-service inspection and testing of electrical equipment.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2007 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Seaward Electronic</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/saw/saw203.html</link>
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      <title>Software upgrades safety controller specification</title>
      <description>Configurator enables the cascading output from the PNOZmulti to be used as an output for standard control functions.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 10 Dec 2007 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Pilz Automation Technology</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/pil/pil282.html</link>
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      <title>Training courses explain safety concepts</title>
      <description>Courses are available relating to regulations and standards, and others are specific to the Pilz range of machinery safety products.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 26 Nov 2007 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Pilz Automation Technology</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/pil/pil279.html</link>
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      <title>Appliance testing guide receives update</title>
      <description>The updated version of the guide takes into account fundamental changes to the latest IET advice on PAT testing. </description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 19 Nov 2007 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Seaward Electronic</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/saw/saw202.html</link>
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      <title>Appliance testers meet new code of practice</title>
      <description>The lightweight portable appliance tester incorporates all Class I and Class II required electrical safety tests in a compact, user-friendly design. </description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Oct 2007 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Seaward Electronic</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/saw/saw201.html</link>
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      <title>Company helps customers perform relay upgrades</title>
      <description>A small number of PNOZsigma relays are replacing a very wide range of Classic relays, which will significantly simplify ordering and stockholding for customers. </description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 18 Oct 2007 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Pilz Automation Technology</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/pil/pil278.html</link>
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      <title>Device safely discharges electrical equipment</title>
      <description>The portable SD300 is a self-contained safe discharge device that has been designed to protect the operator or test engineer from danger and the equipment under test from potential damage. </description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2007 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Seaward Electronic</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/saw/saw200.html</link>
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      <title>Safety switches offer easy installation</title>
      <description>The PSEN ma1.3 safety switch offers resistance to shock and vibration, an 8mm switching distance, an auxiliary contact as standard and an integrated status LED. </description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Oct 2007 08:00:00 UT</pubDate>
      <category>Pilz Automation Technology</category>
      <link>http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/pil/pil276.html</link>
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