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We’re all familiar with information technology, or IT. The computer systems, hardware, internet, and various software…

We’re all familiar with information technology, or IT. The computer systems, hardware, internet, and various software we use in our own homes and offices are mostly IT. But when it comes to industrial workplaces, the rules are different.

Globally recognized companies and pioneering start-ups offer up technological stepping stones toward non-traditional…

Globally recognized companies and pioneering start-ups offer up technological stepping stones toward non-traditional digitized facilities required for Industry 4.0 operations.

Data feedback loops create a closed-loop digital twin (CLDT) driving increased operational efficiency and improved design…

Data feedback loops create a closed-loop digital twin (CLDT) driving increased operational efficiency and improved design iteration progress.

In this article, learn the basics of Allen-Bradley Data Highway, the various network structures, and the relationship…

In this article, learn the basics of Allen-Bradley Data Highway, the various network structures, and the relationship between DH and Ethernet networks.

Technology advancements have provided us with terms that can seem foreign and confusing. Learn the definition of some of…

Technology advancements have provided us with terms that can seem foreign and confusing. Learn the definition of some of the important concepts that provide better efficiency for industrial manufacturing systems.

Microchip Technology’s new family of switches increases the reliability of networks with higher speed components and…

Microchip Technology’s new family of switches increases the reliability of networks with higher speed components and Time-Sensitive Networking protocol conformity.

This article teaches the basics of gateways in industrial networks and PLC-to-PLC communication.

This article teaches the basics of gateways in industrial networks and PLC-to-PLC communication.

Learn the basics of connecting multiple PLCs to an HMI using various data types.

Learn the basics of connecting multiple PLCs to an HMI using various data types.

Cisco IE9300 model addresses the durability, security, and automation needs of a modern industrial environment.

Cisco IE9300 model addresses the durability, security, and automation needs of a modern industrial environment.

Emerson announces a new portfolio of solutions designed to address challenges and core issues control engineers face…

Emerson announces a new portfolio of solutions designed to address challenges and core issues control engineers face implementing edge computing for IIoT and Industry 4.0.

As cybersecurity continues to be an important quality in aerospace and defense, Lockheed has plans for an…

As cybersecurity continues to be an important quality in aerospace and defense, Lockheed has plans for an “ultra-secure” smart factory. Can cybersecurity and IIoT go hand-in-hand?

The latest barcode reader from Omron introduces multiple code reading, X-mode algorithms, and more.

The latest barcode reader from Omron introduces multiple code reading, X-mode algorithms, and more.

AVEVA Solutions, formerly Wonderware, is a popular service that offers HMI, SCADA, and MES. How is each solution used in…

AVEVA Solutions, formerly Wonderware, is a popular service that offers HMI, SCADA, and MES. How is each solution used in industrial automation?

OnLogic’s Industrial PC (IPC) has been designed with harsh environments in mind, yet is geared toward AI, IIoT,…

OnLogic’s Industrial PC (IPC) has been designed with harsh environments in mind, yet is geared toward AI, IIoT, Industry 4.0, and other advanced manufacturing considerations.

Which deep learning neural networks are best suited for industrial vision systems and why?

Which deep learning neural networks are best suited for industrial vision systems and why?

ACS Motion Control announced its latest EtherCAT-based master motion controller includes integrated motor drives and…

ACS Motion Control announced its latest EtherCAT-based master motion controller includes integrated motor drives and configurable axes.

How are robots used in discrete versus process automation? Can the process industries utilize more robotic automation?

How are robots used in discrete versus process automation? Can the process industries utilize more robotic automation?

What is Power over Ethernet (PoE), how does it work, and how can industrial facilities benefit?

What is Power over Ethernet (PoE), how does it work, and how can industrial facilities benefit?

Automation supplier Phoenix Contact released several new PLC and communication technologies. What are they and how can…

Automation supplier Phoenix Contact released several new PLC and communication technologies. What are they and how can they help control engineers?