ABB's New Solutions eViewer  August 2006

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Boston Roadshow a Huge Success!


Club Level of Gillette Stadium near Boston was host site for June LVP Roadshow

More than 300 Channel Partners & Customers attended our most recent stop in Massachusetts. There, the Roadshow received rave reviews from an enthusiastic crowd in Gillette Stadium, Foxboro, MA. Read the review!

The show offered visitors a close-up look at low-voltage product solutions, and the chance to talk with the product experts on all product lines that are exhibited. The Roadshow, which makes stops in key regional markets, now travels to St. Louis and Cleveland; see www.abb-events.com/index.html for a listing of all shows scheduled for 2006.

 

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PST Simulator - Take a test drive and see how easy it is to start and protect your motor.

Throw away the instruction book, you will not need it with the PST. Fast, easy to set up, yet it provides accurate motor starting and motor protection. Click on the link below and take a test drive of the innovative PST Softstarter. Save the install.exe program to a folder on your PC. When the download is completed click on the downloaded file and you are ready to begin.

PST Simulator [2.5Mb]
Quick Start Guide [540Kb]
Softstarters Catalog [7.5Mb]

 

Don't let electrical surges, scorch your business! Video shows a possible solution.

Thunderstorms and component switching on the distribution lines can cause surge voltages leading to premature equipment failure. See ABB's solution to expensive downtime and repair costs.

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Toolshed - Work Smarter not Harder

SoftStarters Interactive Selection Guide [6.7 mb]

Contactors Interactive Selection Guide [6.7 mb]

Motor Starters Interactive Selection Guide [6.7 mb]

Absolute Rail Design Program (Terminal Blocks) [5 mb]

ProgramaCube Interactive Selection Guide

Pushbutton Interactive Selection Guide [20 mb]


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St. Louis, Missouri Area, August 23rd & 24th, 2006

Announcing the ABB Results Driven Power Control Roadshow for August 2006. Get valuable training, product information, & meet the experts.

The St. Louis, MO Area Roadshow
Public Event – August 24th, 9:00am – 5:00pm in The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis
Phone 314.863.6300
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Why you should attend?

  • Gain hands-on familiarity with the entire portfolio of ABBs Low Voltage Drives, Control and Instrumentation products and Systems
  • Learn how ABB can help you reduce costs while optimizing performance and productivity.
  • Meet face-to-face with ABB product experts.
  • See the latest developments in ABB products and solutions.
Complete Details & Registration
The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis

The ABB roadshow is a complementary educational and networking event.
Register Today! Channel Partner's Event August 23rd, View Agenda

NEW 4X Rated "Washdown" Enclosed Disconnect Switch

ABB is pleased to introduce our NEW "Washdown" enclosed disconnect switch. Improvements have been made both inside and outside to enhance its features and function. UL Type 4X rated 304 stainless steel enclosure is idea for environments where frequent "Washdown" takes place (such as food processing). Optimized dimensions save space and facilitate ease of mounting and wiring. Enclosed disconnect switch meets NEC 430 requirements for separate disconnect within sight of a motor and padlockable handle meets OSHA lockout / tagout requirements. Improved labeling significantly enhances the information available on the outside of the enclosure.

  • Available in 16, 25, and 40 amp versions
  • UL Type 4X rated 304 stainless steel enclosure
  • UL 508 Listed Manual Motor Controller
  • HP Rated (40 amp rated 10 hp @ 240V, 20 hp @ 480V, and 25 hp @ 600V)
  • Optimized dimensions and flange mounting allows easier, more flexible installation
  • Accepts up to 3 padlocks (Meets OSHA Lockout/Tagout regulation 29 CFR Part 1910.147 )
  • Improved labeling indicates ON / OFF status of switch, voltage / amperage rating and part number.
  • Long Life Switch rated for 20,000 mechanical operations
  • Full line of accessories available

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NEW Complete Range of Electronic Overload Relays

Need a better way to protect against overloads? ABB has the answer!

ABB has completed its range of Electronic Overload Relays, with the new addition of the E45DU, E80DU and the E140DU we now offer one of the largest lines on the market from 0.1 through 1250 Amps. These UL approved overloads come with field selectable tripping classes 10, 20 and 30. Direct mount to an A/AF contactor or use a separate base mount kit. Wider current range settings offer fewer ranges to choose from with improved overload accuracy.

Key Features

  • Up to 1000V and temperature range from -25...+70 degree C
  • Approvals according to: UL508, and IEC/EN 60-947-4-1
  • Tripping classes 10, 20 and 30 are field selectable
  • ATEX / Ex approved
  • Low energy Consumption
  • Low heat dissipation
  • Wide setting ranges with accurate overload protection
  • Manual and automatic reset
  • Stop Button
  • Fast phase failure protection

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NEW TVSS e@sy Selector Guide – Makes Easy, Fast, Selection Possible

Surges voltages cause over 2 billion $ damage annually in the USA; damage to buildings, electrical distribution, telephone and computer installations. Downtime for businesses can impact operational revenues and destroy customer satisfaction. Surge protection is essential to avoid business and equipment losses, but how can you be sure that you have the right surge protection?

Announcing ABB's New TVSS easy Selector Guide: Take the guesswork out of specifying surge protection products, while increasing your level of positive, safe, cost-effective protection. This new selector lowers installed cost by tailoring a protection system for your unique application. Plus, new ABB manufacturing techniques allow top-shelf protection at a more competitive cost. Request a quotation today, you'll be amazed.

ABB'S TVSS products are designed for all types of networks from 120V up to 600V and offer up to 100kA* discharge capability. (*8/20 µs wave shape according to IEEE C62.62.2000).

ABB’s TVSS Products Include:

  • Built in redundant, “Safety Reserve" protection
  • 3-step visual indication shows the level of protection
  • Integrated Thermal disconnect to avoid fire risks
  • Very low clamping voltage as low as 600V
  • High discharge capability up to 100KA per phase (400KA in total)
  • High energy withstand: up to 1600 Joules per pole (6400 Joules in total)
  • Plug in modules for fast snap-in replacement (no wiring)
  • Remote alarm contacts
  • UL 1449 2nd edition recognized, CSA, CE

…Why wait? Download ABB’s New TVSS "e@sy Selector Guide" today.

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When a storm strikes, can you afford a 3 Phase Motor Failure?

Power interruptions during a storm are common. The 3 phase distribution lines are typically not disrupted at the same time. This means single phasing and motor failures. ABB’s new addition to the SSAC line, provides a cost effective solution to this problem, and many more. Protected motors can be disconnected in 0.2 s. Eliminating he need for expensive removal, rebuilding or replacement. How much does downtime and lost income cost your business? The HLM series is not only motor protection, it is business loss protection.

The HLMU is an exciting new universal design that will LEAN your inventory costs:

  • Protects any size 3 phase motor, 1 to 1200Hp
  • Universal operating voltage: 200 to 480 VAC 50 or 60Hz
  • DPDT Isolated 10A output relay contacts
  • Restart delay for sensitive loads and random restarting
  • Provides over, under, and voltage unbalance protection
  • Will not allow motor starting with a fault present
  • Fast surface mounting with one screw, or use DIN 3 rail adaptor
  • Adjustable or fixed trip delay prevents nuisance tripping
  • LED indicates relay status and time delays
  • Compact 2 x 3 x 1.5 in encapsulated circuitry

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Premium Touchscreens - Competitive Pricing

ABB announces a new line of premium quality, U.L. approved, PLC touchscreens. The CX Series provides a superior set of features at a very competitive price.

Key Features:

  • Economic solution for operator control.
  • Windows compatible “Display Magic” software and cable included with each unit.
  • Fast and intuitive configuration driven by “Lean Manufacturing”. The CX touch screens reduce installation costs by eliminating hardware and labor.
  • Drivers and connectivity to all major PLCs.
  • Exceptionally versatile analog graphics.
  • Most units include Ethernet & printer ports.
  • Powerful extended Modbus master allows management of multiple intelligent devices via ABB’s Fieldbus Plug. No PLC required.
  • Wide selection of Color and Monochrome products.
  • Continuous touch resolution allows flexibility of object placement.

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R600 Interface Relays Reduce Installed Cost, Improve Operation

Cable Relays & Optocouplers - R600 Series

The new R600 line of relay and optocoupler discrete signal interfaces were developed to significantly reduce the labor required to install, replace or trouble shoot signal interfaces.

The revolutionary new design provides an attractive package with improved functionality: jumper bars, test switches and recessed LEDs. An automation control system typically includes a computer, or PLC, linked by a maze of wires to sensors, actuators and contactors.
The R600 line streamlines installations, reduces space, and improves safety by eliminating wiring clutter.

The R600 range makes it possible to optically couple various logic signals in a neat, compact, safe & efficient manner.

Key Features:

Relay range
· Input voltage: from 5 to 250 V AC/DC
· Voltage switching range: from 5 to 250 V AC/DC
· Current switching range: from 1 mA to 12 A
· Leakage current and over voltage protection
· Relay Coil Manual Override Switch

Optocoupler range
· Input voltage: from 5 to 250 V AC/DC
· Voltage switching range: from 5 to 58 V DC, from 20 to 400 V AC
· Current switching range: from 1 mA to 5 A
· Overvoltage protection

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