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The Importance of Neutral Wire in 3-Phase Systems

The Importance of Neutral Wire in 3-Phase Systems

Learn about the importance of wiring in 3-phase systems and how to complete this wiring in various industrial scenarios and control cabinets.


Choosing an Interface: Why Modbus is Still Around After 40 Years

Choosing an Interface: Why Modbus is Still Around After 40 Years

Learn about the advantages of Modbus over newer protocols when choosing an interface with third-party devices.


Pepperl+Fuchs Debut Standardized Remote I/O Field Units for Hazardous Zone Applications

Pepperl+Fuchs Debut Standardized Remote I/O Field Units for Hazardous Zone Applications

Pepperl+Fuchs announced their latest range of I/O enclosures combining technologies from two other product lines, the FB Remote I/O System and the GR Series.


News Mar 18, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
Reading and Reporting Industrial Emissions Data

Reading and Reporting Industrial Emissions Data

Learn about the different ways control engineers can record, report, maintain, and read emissions data to promote a greener industrial environment and adhere to environmental regulations.


Industrial Emissions From a Control Perspective

Industrial Emissions From a Control Perspective

This article discusses industrial emissions, looks at the control engineer's role in monitoring emissions levels, and introduces the governing bodies that set forth environmental regulations.


PETRONAS Collaborates with Yokogawa to Establish O-PAS Test Bed and Field Trial

PETRONAS Collaborates with Yokogawa to Establish O-PAS Test Bed and Field Trial

Malaysia’s Petroleum Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS) announced a testbed and industrial field trial based on the Open Process Automation Standard (O-PAS).


Emerson Releases New Software to Boost Process Automation Flow in Gas and Oil Industries

Emerson Releases New Software to Boost Process Automation Flow in Gas and Oil Industries

Emerson recently developed new software to aid in the automation and digitization of multi-phase flows in the gas and oil industry.


News Mar 07, 2021 by Seth Price
Understanding LiDAR Technology in Industrial Applications

Understanding LiDAR Technology in Industrial Applications

Learn about LiDAR technology and some of its basic concepts of operation.


Seeq and Microsoft Collaborate on the Energy Core Hackathon to Predict Industrial Emissions Data

Seeq and Microsoft Collaborate on the Energy Core Hackathon to Predict Industrial Emissions Data

Industrial software applications developer Seeq announces that it will act as co-sponsor at the Microsoft Energy Core Methane Emissions Hackathon.


Hall-effect Sensors in Electric Motors and Linear Applications

Hall-effect Sensors in Electric Motors and Linear Applications

Learn about how Hall-effect sensors are used in linear and electric motor applications, including brushed and brushless DC motors. 


Honeywell Partners with Librestream to Advance AR and Remote Collaboration Solutions

Honeywell Partners with Librestream to Advance AR and Remote Collaboration Solutions

Automation giant Honeywell and Evergy Ventures announced a new investment in Librestream, a firm specializing in developing augmented reality (AR) solutions.


ABB’s Optical Sensor will Monitor Methane Levels from Space

ABB’s Optical Sensor will Monitor Methane Levels from Space

ABB, in conjunction with SpaceX, sent a new tool into space for monitoring greenhouse gases.


News Mar 03, 2021 by Seth Price
Stratus Starts Training Programs for OEMs to Add Edge Processing to Automation Deliverables

Stratus Starts Training Programs for OEMs to Add Edge Processing to Automation Deliverables

To support data processing over the cloud with edge computing, Stratus launched a Value-Added Reseller (VAR) program to host operational technology through OEM integration training.


News Mar 02, 2021 by Leah Scully
An Introduction to Gas Leakage Detection Systems

An Introduction to Gas Leakage Detection Systems

Learn about the requirements and importance of a gas leakage detection system.


Comparing Industrial PCs to PLCs and PACs

Comparing Industrial PCs to PLCs and PACs

A brief overview of controllers through history and an analysis of factors to consider when deciding which one to use.


Leakage Detection Systems: Considerations for Corrosive and Non-Corrosive Materials

Leakage Detection Systems: Considerations for Corrosive and Non-Corrosive Materials

Learn about the essential aspects of liquid leakage detection systems and considerations for detection systems used with corrosive and non-corrosive materials.


Banner Engineering Releases a Radar Sensor and a Lighted Cordset to Advance Industry 4.0 Efforts

Banner Engineering Releases a Radar Sensor and a Lighted Cordset to Advance Industry 4.0 Efforts

Banner Engineering recently announced two new products: the Banner T30R radar sensor for use in challenging sensor environments and lighted cordsets to accelerate troubleshooting and commissioning of equipment and sensors.


News Feb 25, 2021 by Sara McCaslin
Three-Phase Motors with Twelve Wires

Three-Phase Motors with Twelve Wires

Of all types of three-phase motors, the twelve-wire motor provides the most options for connecting based on voltage and system configuration (wye or delta). Learn the details and wiring options of these versatile motors.


Bayshore Acquires GE OpShield to Enhance Security for Industrial Infrastructure Networks

Bayshore Acquires GE OpShield to Enhance Security for Industrial Infrastructure Networks

Bayshore Networks announced an expansion of its partnership with GE Digital.


Linak Develops New Plug and Play Linear Actuator Designed for Durability

Linak Develops New Plug and Play Linear Actuator Designed for Durability

Linak recently designed and released the LA36 Long Life, a new linear actuator built for various environments.


News Feb 23, 2021 by Seth Price