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Rockwell Automation Expands Security Portfolio to Tackle Industrial Cyber Threats

Rockwell Automation Expands Security Portfolio to Tackle Industrial Cyber Threats

Rockwell Automation obtained new certifications and expanded its industrial cybersecurity products.


Siemens Introduces First 5G Router for Connecting Industrial Applications

Siemens Introduces First 5G Router for Connecting Industrial Applications

Siemens provides new opportunities for factories of the future through a wireless connection of industrial applications with their first 5G router.


News Dec 02, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Introduction to Rockwell Automation Library of Process Objects

Introduction to Rockwell Automation Library of Process Objects

This article will provide an overview of Rockwell's library of process objects programming instructions and faceplates and how they are used.


HARTING Increases Commitment to ODVA and Ethernet/IP to Become ODVA’s Newest Principal Member

HARTING Increases Commitment to ODVA and Ethernet/IP to Become ODVA’s Newest Principal Member

HARTING recently became a principal member of ODVA alongside other leading industrial tech companies.


News Nov 21, 2020 by Ben Stepanian
Siemens Releases New Flow, Level, and Pump Controllers for Radar Transmitters

Siemens Releases New Flow, Level, and Pump Controllers for Radar Transmitters

The Sitrans LT500 is a new flow, level, and pump controller with a range of applications where compliance, environmental regulations, and safety are critical.


News Nov 20, 2020 by Sara McCaslin
Advanced Methods of State Machine Programming in Ladder Logic

Advanced Methods of State Machine Programming in Ladder Logic

The need for sequential control logic is frequently required for machine control. State machine programming is a powerful technique that can be layered on traditional ladder logic to satisfy this need. 


Opto 22 Moves Towards Large-Scale IIoT with Groov EPIC Updated Firmware

Opto 22 Moves Towards Large-Scale IIoT with Groov EPIC Updated Firmware

Opto 22, an industrial control product and IoT manufacturer, debuted their most recent firmware.


News Nov 13, 2020 by Ben Stepanian
Eaton Earns Cybersecurity Certifications from IEC and UL to Limit Cyber Attacks

Eaton Earns Cybersecurity Certifications from IEC and UL to Limit Cyber Attacks

In an industry first, Eaton has achieved cybersecurity certifications from both the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and UL.


News Nov 11, 2020 by Seth Price
Schneider Electric and Aramco Partner on O-PAS Automation Solutions

Schneider Electric and Aramco Partner on O-PAS Automation Solutions

These industry leaders are building a new research and testing facility, called Saudi Schneider Electric Innovation and Research Center, in Saudi Arabia.


News Nov 09, 2020 by Damond Goodwin
Rockwell Automation Introduces First Edge Gateway for FactoryTalk to Accelerate IT/OT Convergence

Rockwell Automation Introduces First Edge Gateway for FactoryTalk to Accelerate IT/OT Convergence

Rockwell's FactoryTalk Edge Gateway software unifies data from the various industrial sources and control or automation systems to support contextualization and more insights.


News Nov 06, 2020 by Sara McCaslin
Cisco Aims to Secure Cloud Adoption with New Industrial WAN Edge Platform

Cisco Aims to Secure Cloud Adoption with New Industrial WAN Edge Platform

International security company, Cisco, announced a new Wide Area Networking (WAN) edge platform designed to help industrial customers accelerate cloud adoption.


What is the BACnet Protocol and How is it Used in Building Automation Systems?

What is the BACnet Protocol and How is it Used in Building Automation Systems?

Building Automation and Control Network (BACnet) is commonly used in building automation systems. Learn how the BACnet protocol works and the different network technology used to set up the system.


The Layers of Modern Building Automation System Architecture

The Layers of Modern Building Automation System Architecture

The benefits of modern building automation systems (BAS) include interoperability and technical support in case a problem occurs. Learn about the BAS four-layer architecture concept adopted by manufacturers.


Schneider Releases EcoStruxure Plant Advisor Built with an Industrial Data Processing Platform

Schneider Releases EcoStruxure Plant Advisor Built with an Industrial Data Processing Platform

Schneider’s release of the new EcoStruxure plant advisor aims to help companies expand capabilities and improve efficiency in the industrial sector.


News Oct 28, 2020 by Ben Stepanian
The Function and Parts of a Building Automation System

The Function and Parts of a Building Automation System

Building automation systems (BAS) control the environmental parameters of a factory. In this article, learn about the requirements and components of a BAS.


ISO 9001 Certification and Calibration Explained

ISO 9001 Certification and Calibration Explained

Learn about the importance of the ISO 9001 standard and some essential procedures and considerations to make when using the standard.


Beckhoff Releases Multi-Functional Input Module With Unique Accessories and Control Options

Beckhoff Releases Multi-Functional Input Module With Unique Accessories and Control Options

Beckhoff recently released the ELM3702-0000 data acquisition module with EtherCAT technology.


News Oct 16, 2020 by Seth Price
Danfoss Upgrades Programmable Climate Controllers to Utilize Modbus/TCP Protocols and Security Features

Danfoss Upgrades Programmable Climate Controllers to Utilize Modbus/TCP Protocols and Security Features

Danfoss upgrades its programmable climate controllers to make controlling building climate easier and safer than ever.


News Oct 14, 2020 by Ben Stepanian
Understanding Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

Understanding Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

A computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) is a software system that manages an entire company’s maintenance activities. It supports the maintenance personnel by helping to develop a database relevant to maintenance activities.


New Report Finds Latest ICS Vulnerabilities on the Rise for Industrial Manufacturing

New Report Finds Latest ICS Vulnerabilities on the Rise for Industrial Manufacturing

Claroty released a new report showing more than 70% of industrial control system (ICS) vulnerabilities disclosed in the first half (1H) of 2020 can be exploited remotely.