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Assessing Buzzwords: Digital Transformation

Assessing Buzzwords: Digital Transformation

What does “digital transformation” really mean, and what are the technologies involved in the process? Further, which of these technologies are facilities adopting?


HEIDENHAIN’s New Encoders Aim to Provide Motor Feedback and Position Measurement in a Single Device

HEIDENHAIN’s New Encoders Aim to Provide Motor Feedback and Position Measurement in a Single Device

What are rotary encoders, and how can they be a critical component in industrial applications? 


Future-Proofing Your Industrial Ethernet With the Right RJ45 Connector

Future-Proofing Your Industrial Ethernet With the Right RJ45 Connector

What is future-proofing your industrial Ethernet and why is it important to have the right connector?


How Much Does Industrial Automation Play a Role in Autonomous Shipping?

How Much Does Industrial Automation Play a Role in Autonomous Shipping?

Bachmann and RTI announce their entry into a partnership focused on providing more secure, flexible, and scalable automated operations for the maritime industry.


News Oct 05, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Fluke Process Instruments Debuts Thermal Measurement Solutions for Harsh Environments

Fluke Process Instruments Debuts Thermal Measurement Solutions for Harsh Environments

What is this new furnace tracking system and why is it important to monitor temperatures in these extremely hot environments?


News Oct 05, 2021 by Seth Price
NEMA Debuts New Resources for Best Practices in Supply Chain Management

NEMA Debuts New Resources for Best Practices in Supply Chain Management

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has come up with a guideline for supply chain best practices for electrical equipment and products.


News Oct 04, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
An Introduction to Genetic Programming: A System That Programs Itself?

An Introduction to Genetic Programming: A System That Programs Itself?

Can a system author itself? Genetic programming may represent the next revolution for control systems, robot navigation, pattern recognition, and more.


Upcoming Automation Shows and Events in October

Upcoming Automation Shows and Events in October

What automation events are taking place this month?


Honeywell’s Latest Palletizing Robot Utilizes Machine Learning and New Gripping Technology

Honeywell’s Latest Palletizing Robot Utilizes Machine Learning and New Gripping Technology

What is this new smart palletizing robot from Honeywell and how can it promote factory automation?


News Oct 02, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
Data Flow Programming in LabVIEW

Data Flow Programming in LabVIEW

One of the most confusing concepts for new LabVIEW programmers is the concept of data flow programming. Data flow programming determines the run order of nodes, making some data available before others.


Baumer Releases New Control Components for Flexible Systems

Baumer Releases New Control Components for Flexible Systems

Baumer, an international control and sensor technology company, announced two product offerings that solve notable issues in the industrial control sector.


News Oct 01, 2021 by Sara McCaslin
Tektronix Debuts New Testing Products to Keep Up with Supply Chain Demands

Tektronix Debuts New Testing Products to Keep Up with Supply Chain Demands

Learn about Tektronix's latest solutions and how could they help engineers combat the global chip shortage and other supply chain demands.


News Sep 30, 2021 by Ben Stepanian
Boston Dynamics Adds More Autonomous Inspection Features to the Spot Robot

Boston Dynamics Adds More Autonomous Inspection Features to the Spot Robot

Boston Dynamics announces the latest update to its industrial mobile robot, Spot, adding flexible autonomy and repeatable data capture as part of Spot Release 3.0.


News Sep 30, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
SMC Releases New Control Valves and Grippers for Various Industrial Uses

SMC Releases New Control Valves and Grippers for Various Industrial Uses

What new features do these products include and how might they help engineers in harsh industrial environments?


News Sep 30, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
Demag Develops Industrial Cranes to Meet the Needs of Automotive and Aerospace Manufacturing

Demag Develops Industrial Cranes to Meet the Needs of Automotive and Aerospace Manufacturing

How can industrial cranes play a key role in modern assembly lines?


News Sep 29, 2021 by Damond Goodwin
How to Design a Fuzzy Logic Controller

How to Design a Fuzzy Logic Controller

Let’s review how fuzzy logic and ladder logic work together, how to design a fuzzy logic controller, and some advantages and disadvantages of using fuzzy logic.


SOLIDWORKS Releases New Features for 2022 Including Cloud-based Modeling Capabilities

SOLIDWORKS Releases New Features for 2022 Including Cloud-based Modeling Capabilities

Popular CAD software, SOLIDWORKS, has received a makeover with new design and simulation features for 2022.


News Sep 29, 2021 by Gunner Scott
Industrial Robot Companies Expand Automation Efforts Through Funding and New Initiatives

Industrial Robot Companies Expand Automation Efforts Through Funding and New Initiatives

Learn about some of the latest funding, acquisitions, and innovations in the industrial robotics industry from companies like Ambi Robotics and SoftAI.


News Sep 28, 2021 by Seth Price
Wood PLC Debuts AI-based Machine Vision Solution for Offshore Drilling Applications

Wood PLC Debuts AI-based Machine Vision Solution for Offshore Drilling Applications

Wood PLC announces its new Augmented Machine Vision Solution for inspecting equipment comprising subsea oil and gas infrastructure, as well as other fields.


News Sep 28, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
B&R Automation Debuts New PLCs and Other Control Components Built for the Factory Floor

B&R Automation Debuts New PLCs and Other Control Components Built for the Factory Floor

How can B&R Automation's latest PLC and automation software help streamline operations in industrial facilities?