UC4 certified for use with the Avaloq Banking System

Automated scheduling of Avaloq Banking System (ABS) and enterprise systems with UC4 Workload Automation Suite
VIENNA, February 3, 2009 – UC4 Software, a leading global provider of workload automation, job scheduling and IT process optimization solutions, today announced the certification of UC4 Workload Automation Suite for use with the Avaloq Banking System (ABS) version 2.6. The companies have also signed a partnership agreement that will enhance Avaloq to refer customers requiring a complementary scheduling and automation solution to UC4 Software.
“The certification of the UC4 adapter enables organisations to utilise a complementary technology that has been successfully tested and validated against our Model Bank environment,” said Adrian Bult, COO, Avaloq Evolution AG. “Joint customers will be able to increase the return on their existing technology investments leveraging a solution that interfaces directly with the Avaloq Banking System.”
Avaloq solutions are changing the IT landscapes within private and retail banks in Switzerland, Germany, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Singapore, Hong Kong and other markets. With UC4 Workload Automation Suite enterprises remove manual intervention, reduce latency and mitigate risk from their end-to-end business processes. The UC4 Business Integration for Avaloq communicates directly with ABS through application interfaces, allowing customers to extend the automated scheduling of their core banking systems and integrate with external applications.
UC4 Workload Automation Suite can manage back-end processing for ABS and all other surrounding systems that many finance institutes rely on. Avaloq users receive regular software updates which support banks in remaining compliant with industry regulations. When utilizing additional tools it is important that Avaloq users work with solutions that are compatible and certified for use with Avaloq. This reduces maintenance and support issues and allows joint customers to benefit from the enterprise wide visibility and control provided by UC4.
“It gives UC4 great pleasure to extend its relationship with Avaloq,” said Cesare Capobianco, chief executive officer, UC4 Software. “We have benefited from an excellent working partnership working towards receiving this certification. It has allowed us to develop an interface that is compliant with Avaloq’s technical specifications, which also delivers measurable business value to our joint customers.”
About AvaloqThe Avaloq Group, with branches in Luxembourg and Singapore, is the Swiss market leader in the field of standard banking software. For over a decade, the Swiss company has been developing and marketing the Avaloq Banking System. It is trusted by leading financial service providers in private, retail and universal banking in international financial centres around the globe. A network of specialists with first-class partners in the areas of implementation, software, service and technology enables Avaloq to offer its clients a comprehensive all-in-one solution – a modular, innovative and integrated standard software for the financial sector. Avaloq is owned by its management and employees.
About UC4 SoftwareUC4 Software is a leading global provider of workload automation, job scheduling and IT process optimization solutions that ensure core business processes and enterprise information systems run faster, more accurately and without interruption. More than 1,600 companies worldwide have successfully enhanced application processing performance and improved IT efficiency using UC4’s business acceleration solutions. Customers include American Suzuki Motor Corporation, Cadbury, eBay, Eastman Kodak, General Electric, Mattel, McGraw Hill, Panasonic, Robert Bosch, Sun Microsystems, Symantec, T-Systems and Verizo
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The slowdown of the Houston economy is picking up speed.

The slowdown of the Houston economy is picking up speed.After setting a torrid pace less than a year ago, the local economy is barely adding new jobs now. At the same time, the unemployment rate has shot up, and so has the number of first-time filers for jobless benefits.Houston-area employers created 17,200 new jobs between January 2008 and January 2009, according to data released Thursday by the Texas Workforce Commission. That 0.7 percent year-over-year increase was the weakest since the summer of 2004 and doesn’t include the large layoffs already announced in Galveston at the University of Texas Medical Branch and Shriners Hospital for Children.It’s a sharp departure from just a year ago, when Houston gained 87,400 jobs in the preceding year for a robust 3.5 percent clip.“I think we’re headed to negative territory in just a few months,” said Barton Smith, director of the University of Houston’s Institute for Regional Forecasting. “By May or June they’ll be negative.”Weaker hiring coupled with a spike in the number of folks looking for work caused the local jobless rate to jump to 6.5 percent in January, its highest level since July 2004, according to the commission. In December, the rate was 5.6 percent.The rate is also climbing statewide. In January, the Texas unemployment rate was 6.4 percent, which commission Chairman Tom Pauken expects to grow to 8 percent later this year. Statewide data is seasonally adjusted while local data is not.“It’s occurring a little faster than we thought,” said Smith, referring to the slowdown that has been especially hard on retailers and financial firms.New figures due todayWhile the strong energy industry buffered Houston during 2008, Smith predicts the city soon will lose that cushion. As world economic conditions deteriorate and reduce the demand for energy, he expects widespread job cuts in oil field equipment manufacturing, a key industry for Houston.The layoffs are still relatively mild but they’ll pick up during the year, he said.“The national economic storm has hit us,” said Pauken, who spoke with the Houston Chronicle’s editorial board Thursday.The unemployment rates in Houston and Texas are still better than the U.S. figure, which stood at 7.6 percent in January and rose to 8.1 percent in February, according to federal statistics released today.Pauken pointed to the spike in initial claims for unemployment benefits that has made it difficult for out-of-work Texans to get through on the busy phone lines to file for benefits. The commission is adding phone capacity to handle the calls, he said.He pointed to the spike in initial claims for unemployment benefits that has made it difficult for out-of-work Texans to get through on the busy phone lines to file for benefits. The commission is adding phone capacity to handle the calls, he said.In January, 26,828 Houston-area residents filed initial claims for unemployment benefits. That’s up 24.4 percent from December, when 21,567 residents requested benefits, and nearly double the number of applicants a year ago.Previous report revisedIt’s not uncommon to see job losses from December to January because companies are cutting holiday help and evaluating budgets, said Joel Wagher, labor market analyst for Workforce Solutions, which manages employment services, education and training for the area.But this time losses were higher than usual because of the struggling economy, he said. It was the worst one-month employment decline in the last 10 years, he said.Also, the latest report included the annual revision of the previous year’s estimates. Houston’s job base didn’t grow nearly as quickly as the commission thought.In January, the commission estimated the Houston area added 57,300 new jobs between December 2007 and December 2008, a 2.2 percent increase. But once actual payroll tax records were tallied, the area gained only 22,500 jobs during that time for a 0.9 percent increase.Houston’s annual job growth peaked last June at 4.6 percent. It has declined ever since, Wagher said.

VSEP

VSEP Membrane Cleaners In addition to filtration systems, New Logic manufactures a complete line of chemical cleaners designed to maintain maximum flow rates in all VSEP applications.Years of exhaustive research and development by New Logic engineers have resulted in seven chemical cleaners formulated to attack the most stubborn foulants across a wide range of membranes and feed streams.While designed for VSEP membrane filtration systems, these advanced formulas are perfect for cleaning any membrane.To learn more about VSEP Advanced Cleaning Solutions, please choose a link below to visit our sister site http://www.membranecleaner.com/.

While membrane-based separations of liquids from solids have enjoyed increasing popularity over the last 20 years, the technology has an inherent Achilles heel that affects all membrane devices: fouling. This long-term loss in throughput capacity is due primarily to the formation of a boundary layer that builds up naturally on the membranes surface during the filtration process.In addition to cutting down on the flux performance of the membrane, this boundary or gel layer acts as a secondary membrane reducing the native design selectivity of the membrane in use.

DDR-150 Rotary Positioning Stage

Direct drive brushless DC servo motor
Precision ground ABEC-7 4-point contact bearings
Durable stainless steel top plate with through hole
Resolution to 0.2 arc seconds
Highly repeatable Hall effect home and limit switches
Optional encoder scale cover
Ideal for:
Wafer Inspection
Precision Assembly
Laser Machining


Low Profile Direct Drive Rotary StageAnorad's new DDR-150 rotary positioning stages are designed for precise position and velocity control in light to medium force applications. High performance is achieved through use of a brushless DC servomotor, high resolution optical encoder and precision bearing set all housed in a compact and precisely machined aluminum base with a rugged stainless steel top plate.

The direct drive servo control of the brushless DC motor has several advantages over conventional gear driven rotary stages. Backlash is eliminated, torque variation is minimized, plus gear and brush wear are no longer factors in long term usage. Added benefits include speeds up to 360 rpm, 0.2 arc second resolution and ±1 arc second repeatability. Step-and-settle time is also reduced due to increased servo bandwidth.
Available options for the DDR-150 include a variety of encoder resolutions to meet your speed and accuracy requirements. An axial through hole for use with pneumatic or optical devices; adjustable home, limit and hardstop positions; and a sheet metal cover to protect the encoder and internal components.

Specifications
Parameter
Specification
Parameter
Specification
Travel
unlimited
Maximum Velocity2
1273 rpm
Accuracy
±20 arc sec
Acceleration
34 rad/s2
Repeatability1 (bi-directional)
±1 arc sec
Axial Capacity
25 kg
Resolution1
0.214 arc sec
Axial Runout (TIR)
5 µm
Stability
±2 counts
Radial Runout (TIR)
5 µm
Minimum move1
0.5 arc sec
Wobble3
±8 µm
Peak Torque
7.4 Nm
Thru Hole diameter
35 mm
Continuous Torque
1.4 Nm
Concentricity (Thru hole)
±2 µm
Inertia
0.217 kg-m2
Stage Weight
3.5 kg

DDR-150 Construction
Mechanical Features
Stationary Base
High strength aluminum alloy with black anodized finish (Nickel plating optional)
Rotating Table
Stainless steel with passivated finish
Bearing System
ABEC-7 precision ground 4-point contact radial bearing
Encoder
Incremental optical encoder with reflective tape scale (50 lines/mm)
Limit Switches
Hall effect home and limit switches


With 0.214 arc sec resolution (256x multiplication)
At lowest resolution (top speed dependent on controller and resolution)
Measured at 60mm radius

Free Modbus Scanner

Powered by DAQFactory, the QuickMod Modbus scanning tool allows you to quickly monitor a group of addresses from your Modbus device connected over ModbusRTU on RS-232 / RS-422 / RS-485, ModbusRTU over Ethernet, or ModbusTCP. You can read Coil and Input status, and Input and Holding registers in various data forms from standard 16 bit integer words to floating point values. You can even view a graph of any one of your addresses.
Best of all its free! QuickMod was developed by AzeoTech using DAQFactory Developer and therefore runs without any license fee on any DAQFactory installation, including a DAQFactory trial. Once the trial period is over, QuickMod will still work!
Plus, if you decide to purchase a DAQFactory license, you can modify the QuickMod application for your own use, adding new screens, reading more inputs, controlling outputs, logging the data, creating automation loops, generating emails, and any other of the many features available in the various versions of DAQFactory. To get QuickMod, click on the link below to download the DAQFactory trial. QuickMod requires DAQFactory but will continue to work even after the 25 day DAQFactory trial expires.
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Recover, Repair, Recycle

Add Scanning Capabilites to Your Huntron Tracker Model 30 SystemTracker Model 30 shown with Scanner II underneathAdding a Huntron® Scanner to your Tracker Model 30 system lets you access components using standard DIP clips and cables, custom cables to PCB connectors or interface to a bed-of-nails.You can compare one component with another in real-time (64 pins max.) or use your PC to automate testing and scan up to 128 pins.Huntron Scanners can be used with a Huntron Access Prober to provide Common line connections while the Prober is probing a PCB. This method gives you up to 128 selectable Commons to use. For example, you can connect the Scanner to a connector on a PCB mounted in the Prober using a common ribbon style cable. While the Prober is probing, any one of the lines on the connected ribbon cable can be selected as the Common reference. This would provide you true point-to-point testing capabilities.Note: The ProTrack Scanner will be replaced by the Scanner II and/or the Scanner 31S effective 1/1/2008. This applies to commercial sales only.Scanner II and Scaner 31S users may want to consider these Optional Accessories to enhance their test capabilities.Highlights:The Scanner II and Scanner 31S accessories add scanning capability to the Tracker Model 30All Scanners have a minimum 64 pin capabilityThe Scanner II can scan up to 128 pins when the A and B channels are combinedThe Scanner 31S use standard IDC style connectorsThe Scanner II uses the common SCSI-2 (68 pin) style connectorsUp to 8 Scanner IIs can be “daisy-chained” to increase the available number of test pinsSelecting Accessories for your Scanner IIThe Scanner II accessories for interfacing to your printed circuit board come "ala carte". This means that you select the accessories you want included with your Scanner. Choose from SMT or through-hole style DIP clip and cable kits (Scanner Adapter required with Scanner II) or a mutli-pin breakout cable. Details on these accessories are provided on this page.SpecificationsMax. Number of Test pinsScanner IIScanner 31SProTrack Scanner128 (per Scanner)64128 (both channels combined)Number of ChannelsScanner IIScanner 31SProTrack Scanner212Number of Pins per ChannelScanner IIScanner 31SProTrack Scanner646464Front Panel ConnectorsScanner IIScanner 31SProTrack ScannerSCSI-2 (68 pins)IDCIDCPart NumberScanner IIScanner 31SProTrack Scanner99-039399-039999-0098Dimensions (Scanner II and 31S)11.1in W x 1.8in H x 8.6in D(28.2cm W x 4.6cm H x 21.8cm D)CertificationsCE and ETL listedWarranty1 year limitedSupplied Accessories with ScannersHuntron P/NQtyDescriptionAvailable Online?All Scanners06-52171Manuals CDScanner II98-04801Interface Cable-Scanner 31S98-01031Cable Assembly, 20 pin clip98-01021Cable Assembly, 40 pin clip07-12341Clip, 20 pin-07-12301Clip, 40 pin-98-04801Interface Cable

Biomedical Sample Handling

Multi-axis X-Y linear motorized positioning stageABTech inc's Mini X-Y Linear Motor stage combines Copley Controls, Thrust Tube "Micro" series linear motors with non-contact linear encoders and precision mechanical guideway bearings to produce a unique lightweight, low mass and low profile, linear motor positioning stage.This design incorporates the linear motors coil (forcer) as the stages workholding carriage while the linear mechanical guideway bearings provide load support, travel straightness and orthogonality for accurate positioning and repeatability.The Thrust Tube linear motors are electrically identical to conventional brushless DC motors making them compatible to most third party brushless drives.These mini X-Y stages are ideally suited for pick-and-place or point-to-point positioning applications such as biomedical sample handling or inspection.ABTech's modular design approach and full engineering services can respond quickly to provide a solution to your O.E.M. needs for ultra-precision linear motion.
Features
Thrust Tube "Micro" series brushless DC linear motors
Precision linear mechanical guideway bearings
Non-contact linear encoders
Position accuracy & repeatability: ±0.000080" (±2.0µm)
Motor drive amplifiers
Motion controllers
Custom bases
Complete turn-key systems
Modular design

Custom Stack Analysis

Custom Stack Analysis, LLC., was originally established in Alliance, Ohio, in 1965 by Mr. Ernest Kolm. In the year 2000, the company was acquired by Mr. James K. Gray, who has over 18 years experience in the field of air emissions testing. In the year 2005 Custom Stack Analysis, LLC. acquired the source testing assets of Envisage Environmental, Inc. Custom Stack Analysis, LLC. has capabilities for performing Stack Testing, Industrial Hygiene, Analytical Services, Burner Combustion Efficiency, Radon Testing and Indoor Air Quality. The company has performed work not only for small companies, but also many fortune 500 companies. A professional staff can ensure that any of your environmental needs are met with quality and competitive pricing.Custom Stack Analysis, LLC., has been providing air emissions testing for the past 38 years. In this time, they have performed testing for many prominent clients, such as Stericycle, Inc., Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., and WCI Steel, along with many other prominent companies. The company has extensive knowledge in testing for medical waste incinerators, printing operations, steel foundries, asphalt facilities, power plants, petroleum refineries, chemical plants, brick manufacturers, lumber processing, hazardous waste incinerators, rubber manufacturing, roofing production, plastic manufacturers, and many other types of operations. The company has also been providing its services to engineering companies, government agencies, and control system designers. The company has experience providing services internationally including Canada, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Caribbean Islands and South America. If you have an international project that requires our services be sure to give us a call. In 2009 Custom Stack Analysis, LLC. joined a service alliance with Zaff International/Hi-Tech Ltd. for providing services in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf Coast countries.Custom Stack Analysis, LLC., has an excellent performance reputation in working with many prominent Clients in Ohio and throughout the United States. The company is noted for its ability to deliver quality services in accordance with project schedules, and to provide responsive assistance to Clients in emergency situations.Custom Stack Analysis, LLC., has a company policy of providing high quality services to clients. The company also has a strong commitment for safety on the job for its work force, which includes USEPA's safety, health, and environmental management training program for field activities for all employees.Custom Stack Analysis, LLC., is an active member in the Air & Waste Management Association, Source Evaluation Society, Ohio Chamber of Commerce, and Carolina Air Pollution Control Association.