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Fujitsu Launches New Line of Massive Industrial Networking Units

Fujitsu Launches New Line of Massive Industrial Networking Units

Fujitsu released a new line of the mesh network and multi-sensor units with built-in Wirepas Massive network connectivity.


News Jul 08, 2021 by Nancy Chenyizhi Liu
Introduction to Signal Conditioners

Introduction to Signal Conditioners

What is signal conditioning and how do you use a signal conditioner in your industrial application?


Google Cloud and Ericsson Set to Combine 5G and Edge Cloud Solutions to Further Digital Transformation

Google Cloud and Ericsson Set to Combine 5G and Edge Cloud Solutions to Further Digital Transformation

Google Cloud and Ericsson announced a partnership to develop advanced 5G mobile and edge cloud solutions for communications service providers.


News Jul 07, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
The Difference Between HMI and SCADA and How They Work Together

The Difference Between HMI and SCADA and How They Work Together

Learn the differences and similarities between human-machine interface (HMI) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) and how they work together.


 SICK Addresses Challenging Object Detection in Manufacturing Facilities with Latest Sensors

SICK Addresses Challenging Object Detection in Manufacturing Facilities with Latest Sensors

SICK introduced the new W4F miniature photoelectric sensor, designed for challenging object detection tasks in tight installation spaces.


News Jul 06, 2021 by Nancy Chenyizhi Liu
The Main Difference Between IoT and IIoT

The Main Difference Between IoT and IIoT

Learn about the difference between IoT and IIoT and how to integrate them into a specific system based on the needs of your application and facility.


Integrating an HMI Into Existing Control Systems

Integrating an HMI Into Existing Control Systems

What are some considerations and challenges when integrating an HMI into an existing control system? Let’s dive into the benefits and challenges.


ProComSol Adds Softing mobiLink Power Modem to Product Portfolio

ProComSol Adds Softing mobiLink Power Modem to Product Portfolio

This week, ProComSol added a new line of communication modems and combination kits to their portfolio.


News Jul 03, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
Designing a LabVIEW Human Machine Interface (HMI) for Increased Safety and Readability

Designing a LabVIEW Human Machine Interface (HMI) for Increased Safety and Readability

LabVIEW Virtual Instruments (VIs) can simulate tools like multimeters, which are useful for measuring in control systems. Read this article to learn more about designing around possible safety and readability blockers.


 U.S. Autonomous Drone Maker, Skydio, Partners to Further Develop Industrial Drone Technology

U.S. Autonomous Drone Maker, Skydio, Partners to Further Develop Industrial Drone Technology

Skydio's autonomous drone software is designed to enhance user experience, data collection, overall drone flight, and safety.


News Jul 02, 2021 by Ben Stepanian
The Difference Between Office Networks and Industrial Networks

The Difference Between Office Networks and Industrial Networks

Although there are many similarities, there are also vast differences between office networks and industrial networks. Find out what those differences are in this article.


How MQTT is Used for Industrial Automation

How MQTT is Used for Industrial Automation

Learn about the background and use of message queue telemetry transport (MQTT) in the industrial automation industry.


Using LabVIEW for Motor and Motion Control

Using LabVIEW for Motor and Motion Control

Learn about the numerous libraries, toolkits, and interfaces to achieve motor and motion control using LabVIEW.


Common Industrial Automation Standards and Guidelines

Common Industrial Automation Standards and Guidelines

Learn about industrial standards, such as functional safety or cybersecurity, that are set by organizations such as the ISO or ISA.


CSA vs. UL Certifications

CSA vs. UL Certifications

Now that we’ve learned the basics of common certifications like CSA and UL, let’s figure out their similarities and differences.


Element Analytics and Amazon Web Services Develop Tools to Manage Industrial Plant Data

Element Analytics and Amazon Web Services Develop Tools to Manage Industrial Plant Data

Element Analytics offers customers an API integration with Amazon Web Services AWS IoT SiteWise to help centralize and manage industrial plant data.


News Jun 22, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Common Certifications and Standards for Industrial Automation

Common Certifications and Standards for Industrial Automation

Learn about some of the most common industrial certifications and standards and how facilities can decide which standard to adopt based on their process.


Balluff Delivers Magnetic Encoders for Safety Applications During National Safety Month

Balluff Delivers Magnetic Encoders for Safety Applications During National Safety Month

Balluff released their latest safety-rated magnetic encoder for industrial applications, just in time for National Safety Month.


News Jun 18, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
Bedrock Adds Field Technician Interface and More to IEC-Compliant Automation Platform

Bedrock Adds Field Technician Interface and More to IEC-Compliant Automation Platform

Bedrock Automation updates its integrated development environment (IDE) platform to include new features, including OPC UA architecture and PLC features.


Introduction to Fault Tree Analysis

Introduction to Fault Tree Analysis

Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) can be used in industrial systems to find faults, damages, and predictive maintenance. Learn about FTA's basics.