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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
TopWorx Magnetic Target Switch from Emerson Released for Position Sensing Applications

TopWorx Magnetic Target Switch from Emerson Released for Position Sensing Applications

Industrial electronics giant Emerson released a new magnetic target switch (MTS) for position sensing.


Cisco Secure Application Solution Helps Simplify Vulnerability Management

Cisco Secure Application Solution Helps Simplify Vulnerability Management

AppDynamics, a subsidiary of global security firm Cisco, released Cisco Secure Application, a complete framework aimed at simplifying vulnerability management.


Boston Dynamics Expands Autonomous Capabilities of SPOT Robot

Boston Dynamics Expands Autonomous Capabilities of SPOT Robot

Boston Dynamics grows its SPOT product line with a new self-charging SPOT, software allowing remote operations, and a robot arm to enhance autonomous site inspection.


News Feb 19, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
New Siemens Actuator Line Designed for Small Valves and Multitasking

New Siemens Actuator Line Designed for Small Valves and Multitasking

Siemens announced its latest range of actuators for valves, which provide low-noise operation for automation use.


News Feb 19, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
What is the Edge? A Look Into Edge Computing Technology

What is the Edge? A Look Into Edge Computing Technology

This article will cover some basics about what the edge is and provide a few pros and cons to help bring this technology into focus.


Rittal Releases New Line of Enclosures with NEMA and UL Ratings

Rittal Releases New Line of Enclosures with NEMA and UL Ratings

Rittal announced the release of a new fiberglass-reinforced polyester enclosure line that are not only rugged and durable but engineered with an eye toward the future.


News Feb 17, 2021 by Sara McCaslin
IDEC Upgrades Switches and Relay Sockets with Push-in Technology

IDEC Upgrades Switches and Relay Sockets with Push-in Technology

Recently, IDEC introduced its “push-in” technology into its popular HW series of 22mm switches, pilot lights, and relay sockets.


News Feb 16, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
Alpha Wire Expands Xtra-Guard Cable Line for Harsh Environments

Alpha Wire Expands Xtra-Guard Cable Line for Harsh Environments

Alpha Wire, known for their cable solutions, is adding a new product to their Xtra-Guard line designed for applications involving continuous flexing.


News Feb 15, 2021 by Sara McCaslin
Three-Wire vs. Six-Wire Three-Phase Motors

Three-Wire vs. Six-Wire Three-Phase Motors

Three-phase motors with three or six wires have limited options for wiring, but are easier to use and have important roles to play. Learn the difference between three- and six-wire three-phase motors for low and high voltage applications.


Ibeo and SICK Partner to Develop a Large-Scale Industrial 3D Solid-State LiDAR Sensor

Ibeo and SICK Partner to Develop a Large-Scale Industrial 3D Solid-State LiDAR Sensor

SICK announced a partnership with ibeo to bring the latest, most reliable LiDAR technology to the industrial market.


News Feb 12, 2021 by Sara McCaslin
An Overview of Leak Detection Systems

An Overview of Leak Detection Systems

Leak detection systems protect personnel, maintain production rates, and keep the environment safe from contaminating materials. Here, learn about types of leaks and key parts of a leak detection system.


B&R Automation Combines Controller and Operator Terminal Capabilities in a Single HMI Device

B&R Automation Combines Controller and Operator Terminal Capabilities in a Single HMI Device

B&R Automation released their latest HMI system, the Power Panel C80.


News Feb 09, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
Schweitzer Engineering Releases New Automation Solutions for Power Systems

Schweitzer Engineering Releases New Automation Solutions for Power Systems

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories released its SEL-3350 compact controller and its Time-Domain Link technology solution.


News Feb 09, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
 Baumer’s O200 Optical Sensors Aim to Increase Factory Automation with New 3D CAD Capabilities

Baumer’s O200 Optical Sensors Aim to Increase Factory Automation with New 3D CAD Capabilities

What are these new CAD features for Baumer's O200 optical sensors?


News Feb 07, 2021 by Seth Price
OMRON Launches i4 Series SCARA Robots to Automate Assembly and Transportation Processes

OMRON Launches i4 Series SCARA Robots to Automate Assembly and Transportation Processes

OMRON announced a new series of industrial SCARA robots with high precision and high-speed capabilities.


Comparing Single-Phase vs Three-Phase Motors

Comparing Single-Phase vs Three-Phase Motors

In this article, learn the differences between single- and three-phase motors, including how each one works and applications best suited for each type.


Emerson Awarded 2021 IoT Breakthrough Award for ‘Analytics Platform of the Year’

Emerson Awarded 2021 IoT Breakthrough Award for ‘Analytics Platform of the Year’

The product that caught IoT Breakthrough’s attention was Plantweb Optics, a comprehensive plant and manufacturing analytics software system.


News Feb 03, 2021 by Sara McCaslin