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System remotely monitors inventory levels in real-time., Loadstar Sensors, Inc.

System remotely monitors inventory levels in real-time., Loadstar Sensors, Inc..

Loadstar Sensors, Inc. has announced the immediate availability of its complete end to end hardware and software solution to automate the process of replenishing inventory at customers' point-of-use sites. This intelligent vendor managed inventory solution, called iVMIT, monitors the level of parts in a bin by weighing its contents. Weight information is transferred from the sensor to a PC running eTurns software via wired (USB) or wireless (Zigbee) protocols. The system computes the number of parts in a bin using weight per part information from a database. The number of parts in each bin is compared to set minimum/maximum levels and suggested orders or alerts are automatically sent to buyers or stockroom managers.

Sharp preps Zigbee sensors

Sharp preps Zigbee sensors.

Sharp announced they are planning to release sensors with ZigBee networking functionality in the second half of 2009. The products which Sharp envisions integrating their sensors include light control; motion detection; smoke detection; HVAC monitoring and control; window/door open/close; entertainment control; ambient light and RGB sensor; dust sensor; wide angle sensor; high operating temperature distance sensor; high accuracy distance measuring sensor; multi-purpose distance measuring sensor; battery operation distance measuring sensor; and long distance measuring sensor.

Utility Products - Comverge Announces ZigBee Certified Products at Autovation 2008 - Comverge Announces ZigBee Certified Products at Autovation 2008

Utility Products - Comverge Announces ZigBee Certified Products at Autovation 2008 - Comverge Announces ZigBee Certified Products at Autovation 2008.

Comverge, Inc. (NASDAQ: COMV) a leading provider of clean energy solutions announced the showing of two ZigBee® Certified products with the ZigBee Smart Energy profile. Both the Comverge SuperStat® Smart Programmable Thermostat and the Digital Control Unit™ (DCU) load control solution will be on display at Comverge booth number 711 on September 7th to the 10th at Autovation 2008 Atlanta, Georgia.

QuietCare adds ZigBee technology - McKnight's Long Term Care News

Link: QuietCare adds ZigBee technology - McKnight's Long Term Care News.

QuietCare has announced the adoption of ZigBee, an advanced wireless networking technology. The revelation was made at last week's AAHSA show in Washington. ZigBee will help staff interaction with residents, improve care plan design and aid managerial oversight, according to the firm. ZigBee technology is targeted at radio-frequency applications that require a low data rate, long battery life and secure networking. http://www.quietcaresystems.com/

QuietCare adds ZigBee technology - McKnight's Long Term Care News

Link: QuietCare adds ZigBee technology - McKnight's Long Term Care News.

QuietCare has announced the adoption of ZigBee, an advanced wireless networking technology. The revelation was made at last week's AAHSA show in Washington. ZigBee will help staff interaction with residents, improve care plan design and aid managerial oversight, according to the firm. ZigBee technology is targeted at radio-frequency applications that require a low data rate, long battery life and secure networking. http://www.quietcaresystems.com/

Plogg uses Zigbee to monitor electricity usage

Link: Plogg uses Zigbee to monitor electricity usage.

A U.K. company has developed a plug-in electricity meter that relies on the wireless ZigBee protocol, which is now being evaluated for use in the North American market. Called the Plogg, it can be used by a business, such as a restaurant chain, to monitor energy usage for appliances like refrigerators and air conditioners, with all the data collected at a central server via the Internet. If an appliance were left running after-hours, the Plogg could be used to alert someone or could be set to automatically switch off power. Energy Optimizer Ltd. in Grimsby, England, developed the device. Boston-based Ember Corp. developed the ZigBee transceiver used in the Plogg, as well as wireless mesh networking software that can link Ploggs to monitor an entire building or campus. The mesh software requires a module from Telegesis (UK) Ltd., which is based in Bucks, England.

Utility Automation & Engineering T&D - Comverge launches nation's first ZigBee-enabled demand response system in Houston pilot program

"Comverge Inc., a provider of demand response and energy efficiency solutions, has launched what it says is the nation's first ZigBee-enabled demand response program as part of a pilot sponsored by the Center for the Commercialization of Electric Technologies (CCET). "

"Using ZigBee-enabled demand response thermostats (SuperStat) and digital control units (DCUs), Comverge successfully executed load control operations from its hosted data center in Atlanta, Ga., to selected residents in Houston, Texas."

"The ZigBee enabled demand response system utilizes an AMI solution from Itron, integrated with Comverge's demand response technology."

Link: Utility Automation & Engineering T&D - Comverge launches nation's first ZigBee-enabled demand response system in Houston pilot program. 

Hospitality Net - Industry News - Delta Chelsea Hotel Enlists TimeLox® to Install Wireless Electronic Locking System

Link: Hospitality Net - Industry News - Delta Chelsea Hotel Enlists TimeLox® to Install Wireless Electronic Locking System.

Built on the ZigBee™ Standard ISO 802.15.4 platform, the only wireless highly-secured and open standards-based platform to address the unique needs of remote monitoring and access-control network applications, DC-ONLINE provides the Delta Chelsea with increased system reliability and performance at an affordable cost. Operating on an open, reliable and secure platform like ZigBee also enables smooth interface and integration opportunities for other online devices such as safes, energy management and mini bars. Part of the ASSA ABLOY Hospitality Group, TimeLox is a leading developer of locking systems for the international hospitality industry, offering user-friendly security systems that meet the unique operational needs of large hotels, casinos, and resorts. For more information, please visit www.timelox.com.

ZigBee modules survive encased in ice: News from Digi International

Digi's XBee ZigBee modules were used to monitor the temperature of a ice skating rink in Heerenveen. The project was implemented by PTC Remote Management and Service, who created a battery-based wireless mesh system that is embedded in -20 C ice in order to monitor the temperature of the rink and adjust the temperature to maximize speed skater race times.

Privaris Announces Gate Access Solution Enabling ''Fast Lane'': using 802.15.4

Privaris announced a new application of 802.15.4: security gate access control. The Privaris plusID 90 transmits credential data via 802.15.4 from a person or vehicle carrying the identity verification fob. The data is received by the Privaris Long Range Transceiver, which decrypts the credential information and passes it to an external control system to open the gate. The range for this device is specified as up to 300 feet, enabling vehicles to pass through a gate a speeds up to 20 mph.

for more information, read the company's press release:  Privaris Announces Gate Access Solution Enabling ''Fast Lane''.