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The Difference Between 2 Wire RTDs, 3 Wire RTDs, and 4 Wire RTDs

The Difference Between 2 Wire RTDs, 3 Wire RTDs, and 4 Wire RTDs

We already discussed a few limitations of resistance temperature detectors (RTDs); this article will explore the difference between two-wire, three-wire, and four-wire RTDs.


Qualitative vs. Quantitative Risk Assessment

Qualitative vs. Quantitative Risk Assessment

Industrial risk assessments can be qualitative or quantitative; discover which RA best suits your facility’s needs and why.


Siemens New Industrial App Utilizes AI to Detect Anomalies in the Process Industry

Siemens New Industrial App Utilizes AI to Detect Anomalies in the Process Industry

Siemens latest AI Anomaly Assistant Industrial App uses machine learning and AI to detect critical anomalies in the process industry.


News Jun 10, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Emerson Commercial HVACR Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) are Designed for Industrial Refrigeration

Emerson Commercial HVACR Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) are Designed for Industrial Refrigeration

Meatpacking and medical facilities may find use for this VFD line to help save energy on refrigeration.


News Jun 10, 2021 by Seth Price
Introduction to National Instruments (NI) LabVIEW Software

Introduction to National Instruments (NI) LabVIEW Software

Within this first article in the LabVIEW series, learn the basics of how LabVIEW works and some modern applications of the platform.


What is Machine Guarding?

What is Machine Guarding?

During national safety month, let's dive into a safety feature required by OSHA: machine guards.


ServiceNow Sets Out to Digitize Plant Operations with Latest OT Management Solution

ServiceNow Sets Out to Digitize Plant Operations with Latest OT Management Solution

ServiceNow provides manufacturers with new cloud-based solutions to digitize manufacturing plant operations and workflows.


News Jun 07, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
The Basics of a Resistance Temperature Detector (RTD)

The Basics of a Resistance Temperature Detector (RTD)

Learn how resistance temperature detectors (RTDs) work, how to calibrate one, advantages and disadvantages, and uses in industry.


Emerson’s Edge Platform Delivers Scalability and Open-Source Connectivity

Emerson’s Edge Platform Delivers Scalability and Open-Source Connectivity

Emerson releases its PACEdge industrial edge platform and PACSystems RXi2-BP edge computer to digitally enhance manufacturing data processing.


News Jun 02, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
OKW’s Control Knobs with LEDs are Designed for High-Volume Manufacturing

OKW’s Control Knobs with LEDs are Designed for High-Volume Manufacturing

OKW announced the release of advanced rotary/click control knobs for use on potentiometers and rotary encoders.


News Jun 01, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
Essential Components of a Warehouse Control System (WCS)

Essential Components of a Warehouse Control System (WCS)

Learn about warehouse control systems and some of the industrial equipment used to control the distribution of goods through the warehouse or facility.


Siemens Brings Google Cloud’s AI-based Solutions Aboard its Industrial Edge Digital Enterprise

Siemens Brings Google Cloud’s AI-based Solutions Aboard its Industrial Edge Digital Enterprise

Siemens and Google Cloud joined forces in order to bring together a wealth of knowledge for the improvement of scalable AI deployment in manufacturing.


News May 27, 2021 by Damond Goodwin
Honeywell’s Latest Inertial Measurement Units Sensor Tracks Vibration in Control Operations

Honeywell’s Latest Inertial Measurement Units Sensor Tracks Vibration in Control Operations

Honeywell has developed two new Inertial Measurement Units (IMU) for military and rugged industrial environments. 


News May 25, 2021 by Seth Price
Understanding Analog Versus Digital Signals in Control Systems

Understanding Analog Versus Digital Signals in Control Systems

Start to understand the difference between analog and digital communications, and read a few examples of how analog, digital, and discrete signals can be used in a control system.


Schneider Electric Adds Automatic Temperature Control and Expansion Capabilities to Its Data Center

Schneider Electric Adds Automatic Temperature Control and Expansion Capabilities to Its Data Center

The Micro Data Center C-Series offers smart battery backup, integrated vision security, automated temperature control, and remote monitoring to advance Edge computing.


News May 24, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
Top Five Machine Safety Risks and Automated Solutions for the Shop Floor

Top Five Machine Safety Risks and Automated Solutions for the Shop Floor

Each machine on the factory floor comes with risk; learn common safety risks and corresponding automation solutions.


Acquired Data Solutions Aims to Bridge the Gap Between IT and OT with Latest Cyber Resilient Solutions

Acquired Data Solutions Aims to Bridge the Gap Between IT and OT with Latest Cyber Resilient Solutions

Control Automation recently connected with Steve Seiden, CEO of Acquired Data Solutions, to learn more about the company's latest solutions.


News May 19, 2021 by Maddie Bradshaw
Types of Enterprise Resource Planning in Manufacturing

Types of Enterprise Resource Planning in Manufacturing

Explore several common ERP systems on the market and how engineers work with them in manufacturing facilities.


Sfera Labs Debuts Industrial-grade Sensor Based on Raspberry Pi

Sfera Labs Debuts Industrial-grade Sensor Based on Raspberry Pi

Sfera Labs releases its new multi-sensor module with Raspberry Pi computing capabilities to create new edge computing applications.


News May 11, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Emerson Expands Tank Gauging Software to Include Multiple Platforms

Emerson Expands Tank Gauging Software to Include Multiple Platforms

Electronics manufacturer Emerson has unveiled the “world’s first” cross-platform inventory management software application for tank gauging systems.