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The Three Levels of a Factory Network

The Three Levels of a Factory Network

What makes a factory network? There are three levels: device, control, and enterprise. What does each level consist of, and how is it used in a factory network?


Essential Industrial Pipeline and Inspection Tools

Essential Industrial Pipeline and Inspection Tools

What are some critical tools for pipeline inspection that an engineer should know about?


Alphabet Launches New Software Company Focusing on Robotic Automation

Alphabet Launches New Software Company Focusing on Robotic Automation

Can Alphabet compete in the industrial robotics market with their latest company?


Finding and Calibrating Linear Regression in LabVIEW

Finding and Calibrating Linear Regression in LabVIEW

Analog signals like temperature create linear data. Let’s take a look at how to find the best-fit line, use the R^2 value, and calibrate the data in LabVIEW.


Cognex Revamps Vision Solutions to Promote Large Area Scanning on Factory Floor

Cognex Revamps Vision Solutions to Promote Large Area Scanning on Factory Floor

Cognex has revamped its vision system technology by bolting a mirror in front of the barcode reader, making it steerable for wide-range inspecrtion.


News Aug 01, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
Bosch Rexroth Releases Training System to Help Provide Smart Manufacturing Skills

Bosch Rexroth Releases Training System to Help Provide Smart Manufacturing Skills

As net-zero standards continue to rise, Bosch Rexroth’s compact training system aims to help manufacturing specialists get up-to-speed with smart factory and efficient emissions operations.


News Jul 31, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Honeywell Utilizes Qualcomm’s IoT Solutions to Design Mobile Computer for Warehouse Automation

Honeywell Utilizes Qualcomm’s IoT Solutions to Design Mobile Computer for Warehouse Automation

Can handheld edge computers help minimize downtime in warehouse automation?


News Jul 30, 2021 by Sara McCaslin
Dark Manufacturing and Its Relationship With IIoT

Dark Manufacturing and Its Relationship With IIoT

Dark manufacturing, also referred to as lights-out manufacturing, is a manufacturing philosophy without human intervention in the complete manufacturing process.


Claroty’s New Research Arm Publishes Report on ICS Cloud Vulnerabilities

Claroty’s New Research Arm Publishes Report on ICS Cloud Vulnerabilities

Industrial cybersecurity firm Claroty has launched a new research arm named Team82.


Wired vs. Wireless Industrial Networks

Wired vs. Wireless Industrial Networks

Are wired networks really more secure than wireless? Let’s dive into some differences between these two industrial network types.


Vention and SICK Partner to Bring Smarter Robot Guidance to the Factory Floor

Vention and SICK Partner to Bring Smarter Robot Guidance to the Factory Floor

The two companies will combine their expertise to speed up designing and deploying custom-built vision solutions for robot guidance systems that operate in industrial facilities.


News Jul 29, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
HVAC Engineering in AutoCAD and Revit

HVAC Engineering in AutoCAD and Revit

Trying to design industrial HVAC systems in AutoCAD? In this article, we explore AutoDesk’s flagship softwares AutoCAD and Revit, and their role in the HVAC designing industry.


John Deere Offers New Communication Systems to Promote Machine Automation in Agriculture

John Deere Offers New Communication Systems to Promote Machine Automation in Agriculture

Can John Deere and Ericsson bring 5G and IIoT technologies into the agriculture sector?


News Jul 28, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
New Servo Motors Designed to Withstand Severe Temperature Ranges

New Servo Motors Designed to Withstand Severe Temperature Ranges

Teknic’s entire range of motors is now certified to operate at extremely low and high temperatures.


News Jul 28, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
Eaton Emphasizes the Importance of UPS in Industrial Edge Systems

Eaton Emphasizes the Importance of UPS in Industrial Edge Systems

Learn about the features of Eaton's latest uninterruptible power supply (UPS) designed for industrial edge solutions.


News Jul 27, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
The Evolution of Industrial Networking

The Evolution of Industrial Networking

Learn about the evolution of industrial-level communications networking, and current and future protocols.


Sandvik Finalizes Two Major Acquisitions to Further Develop Automation Technology

Sandvik Finalizes Two Major Acquisitions to Further Develop Automation Technology

Precision automation manufacturer Sandvik recently signed two separate agreements to acquire DWFritz Automation and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software company Cambrio.


Universal Robots Tours U.S. With Latest Machine Vision and Cobot Technology

Universal Robots Tours U.S. With Latest Machine Vision and Cobot Technology

Universal Robots is on the road, showing off their ActiNav cobot system in industrial facilities around the U.S.


News Jul 26, 2021 by Seth Price
Beijer Electronics’ Latest HMI Software Includes SCADA and OPC UA Support

Beijer Electronics’ Latest HMI Software Includes SCADA and OPC UA Support

Beijer Electronics’ HMI software lets users interface with multiple HMIs, connect with various PLCs, and now utilize VNC and OPC UA communications.


News Jul 26, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
Neurala Raises $12 Million to Accelerate AI Development in Industrial Manufacturing

Neurala Raises $12 Million to Accelerate AI Development in Industrial Manufacturing

Neurala raises funds to expand its vision artificial intelligence solutions and grow their inspection capabilities for OEMs in industrial manufacturing.


News Jul 25, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida