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• Berk-Tek Announces PoE Plus Cabling System for Extended Distances
  PoE Plus allows 34.20W of power from the power injector (source equipment), which can deliver up to 25.5W of power at the device end.
  
• Finith Jernigan's book "Makers of the Environment" wins a 2012 International Book Award
  Makers of the Environment: Building Resilience Into Our World One Model at a Time, is the Winner of the Environment: Green/Alternative Energy/Conservation category in the 3rd Annual International Book Awards.
  
• ZigBee Certified Product Availability Surpasses 500
  Continual growth in ZigBee Certified products signals increased demand and success
  
• DataNab Universal Monitoring and Control Devices Minimize Energy Costs for Senior Residential Home in Canada
  DataNab devices at the core of a REHAU Smart Control solution to control complex, integrated HVAC systems across multiple zones
  
• Demand-Response Energy Monitoring Unit from Opto 22 Monitors Real-Time Power Usage and Manages Electrical Loads on Demand
  OptoEMU Sensor DR provides simple solution for monitoring facility energy consumption in real time and signaling electrical equipment on request
  
• Addressable Lighting Controls Work to Improve Bottom Line for Retailers Both Large and Small
  An advanced lighting control system allows for individual controlling of each lighting fixture or peripheral device in retail spaces from big-box merchandisers to boutiques.
  
• Metrum, Tollgrade and Sprint Make the Smart Grid Smarter
  M2M technology provides utilities with automated monitoring and data collection
  
• AFCON Software and Electronics released Pulse V1.50 Service Pack 2
  The new Pulse 1.52 version includes improvements for quality, stability, and functionality of the product.
  
• Microsoft Unveils Its Smart Campus Pilot Program at IBcon 2012
  Smart, Connected, High Performance, Intelligent Buildings Conference on June 13-14 at the Las Vegas Hotel.
  
• Looking for a course that explains the key concepts underlying ISA-100.11a?
  Then, ISA's newest training course is just what you need
  

Building Automation Products, News, Articles, Application Stories, Events, Training & Resources

• Echelon Embraces Open Architecture on New Terms
  Automation.com, May 2012 By Bill Lydon, Editor As Ethernet has gained popularity in the industry and systems have evolved, the nature of Echelon's business has changed. The company has been building a business position centered on energy metering and smart grid.
  
• AHR 2012 Building Automation Show Sets New Record
  Automation.com, May 2012 By Bill Lydon, Editor Energy conservation and sustainability were common topics at AHR 2012 with exhibitors showing a variety of products including primary equipment, sensors, controls, services, and building automation systems. Here are a few interesting products presented at the show.
  
• Zigbee certified product availability surpasses 500
  There are now more than 500 ZigBee Certified products available to the market, a 60 percent surge since August 2011.
  
• Opto 22 announces sensor to Monitor Real-Time Power Usage
  Connected to utility meters, plant equipment, and facility systems, the OptoEMU Sensor DR gathers real-time energy consumption and demand data.
  
• Paradox Engineering to supply lighting controls to San Francisco
  Paradox will start a pilot project to help san Francisco manage its lighting infrastructure and other services in the future.
  
• Wireless Sensor Networks, Energy Harvesting and Standardization
  Automation.com, May 2012 By Dr Harry Zervos, IDTechEx EnOcean Equipment Profiles (EEPs) lays the foundation for fully interoperable, open wireless technology comparable to standards such as Bluetooth and WiFi.
  
• Dwyer introduces TRI2 Pressure/Temperature Gage
  Series TRI2 combines the value of an individual pressure gage and thermometer in one instrument.
  
• Endress+Hauser and Rockwell Automation Open Training Unit in Philadelphia
  The Process Training Unit features Endress+Hauser instruments and Rockwell Automation PlantPAx process automation system for educating field technicians, engineers and sales personnel.
  
• Energy Monitoring for Profit: Introducing Demand Response
  Automation.com, April 2012 By Opto 22 Demand response (DR) offers an opportunity for industrial and commercial businesses to not just reduce energy costs, but also earn a revenue stream from their electrical energy use. Practical, specific steps show how automation professionals can take advantage of DR programs now.
  
• Wonderware InTouch 2012 Demo Videos