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When IT and OT converge on the shop floor, it’s important to understand how and when to let a computer control the…

When IT and OT converge on the shop floor, it’s important to understand how and when to let a computer control the assignment of network addresses, or when you would rather keep it under control.

WAGO has recently released two PLC CPU modules, the Basic Controller 100 series, offering cost-effective control…

WAGO has recently released two PLC CPU modules, the Basic Controller 100 series, offering cost-effective control solutions while providing advanced communication and programming features.

Automation Fair was held in Boston on Nov 6-9, showcasing Rockwell Automation’s industrial partnerships, new…

Automation Fair was held in Boston on Nov 6-9, showcasing Rockwell Automation’s industrial partnerships, new technology, and recent acquisitions in a stellar conference and expo show.

In this final installment of the IIoT tech stack project, learn how to design the customer-facing dashboard or…

In this final installment of the IIoT tech stack project, learn how to design the customer-facing dashboard or observability platform using the data acquired from the MQTT client device.

Weidmüller releases two new lines of controllers, the u-Control M3000 and M4000, to ensure reliable integration of IT…

Weidmüller releases two new lines of controllers, the u-Control M3000 and M4000, to ensure reliable integration of IT and OT in automation systems.

Adding data collection to existing PROFIBUS networks doesn’t always require a complete network upgrade anymore, thanks…

Adding data collection to existing PROFIBUS networks doesn’t always require a complete network upgrade anymore, thanks to Softing and the new SmartLink IIoT gateway.

Emerson has released the latest Fisher FIELDVUE series controller for pilot-operated valves, complete with their…

Emerson has released the latest Fisher FIELDVUE series controller for pilot-operated valves, complete with their trademarked 'Advice at the Device' technology.

As we approach the conclusion of this IIoT project, we’ll explore the integration of the Mosquitto MQTT broker,…

As we approach the conclusion of this IIoT project, we’ll explore the integration of the Mosquitto MQTT broker, Node-RED, and InfluxDB, leaving only the data dashboard setup for the final step.

KEB Automation aims to make data collection and visualization easier with its new open automation platform, NOA, designed…

KEB Automation aims to make data collection and visualization easier with its new open automation platform, NOA, designed for machine builders and plant engineers.

As industrial manufacturers increasingly rely on connected plant networks, cybersecurity is a growing concern, Siemens…

As industrial manufacturers increasingly rely on connected plant networks, cybersecurity is a growing concern, Siemens has recently released SINEC, a new security suite aimed to help.

Rockwell Automation and Fiix released an AI-powered predictive maintenance solution suite, intended to upgrade the…

Rockwell Automation and Fiix released an AI-powered predictive maintenance solution suite, intended to upgrade the existing CMMS software portfolio and reduce commissioning time for failure prevention.

This article will explore the setup of Node-RED, the glue that will serve to connect all of the individual components of…

This article will explore the setup of Node-RED, the glue that will serve to connect all of the individual components of the solution that we have created up to this point.

Banner Engineering has released a monitoring gateway for the SNAP sensor product line, visualizing data across sensor…

Banner Engineering has released a monitoring gateway for the SNAP sensor product line, visualizing data across sensor networks attached to the equipment and assets, not the products being created.

Now that our IIoT project has verified the transmission of an MQTT data payload packet, this next article will explore…

Now that our IIoT project has verified the transmission of an MQTT data payload packet, this next article will explore the setup of an InfluxDB database to store the incoming sensor data.

Beckhoff has added the C6040-0090 line of IPC controllers, featuring the next generation of Intel multi-core processors…

Beckhoff has added the C6040-0090 line of IPC controllers, featuring the next generation of Intel multi-core processors to upgrade motion, vision, AI, and SCADA applications.

Continuing the real-world IIoT project, learn how to begin integrating the Raspberry Pi with the Mosquitto Broker and…

Continuing the real-world IIoT project, learn how to begin integrating the Raspberry Pi with the Mosquitto Broker and understand Docker networks and port binding.

Acromag has recently released the latest NT2300 Series of Ethernet I/O modules for use in industrial applications, giving…

Acromag has recently released the latest NT2300 Series of Ethernet I/O modules for use in industrial applications, giving customers access to up to 32 analog outputs from a single IP address.

Banner Engineering has recently released the new R45C PFM to analog signal converter that can be easily installed into…

Banner Engineering has recently released the new R45C PFM to analog signal converter that can be easily installed into systems to allow seamless communication between devices.

Learn to develop an actual IoT solution end to end. Create a Mosquitto MQTT broker for the Raspberry Pi client in order…

Learn to develop an actual IoT solution end to end. Create a Mosquitto MQTT broker for the Raspberry Pi client in order to connect and publish Sense HAT sensor data.