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SCADA System Usage in the Daily Life of an Engineer

SCADA System Usage in the Daily Life of an Engineer

Learn how one engineer's real-world experience showed him the importance and power of SCADA systems for control automation.


Introduction to Shielding and Shielded Cables

Introduction to Shielding and Shielded Cables

Within an industrial setting, noise from EMI can create huge problems. For large load devices using many amps of current, small electrical noise may not be too critical. But when it comes to low-voltage and low-current communication wires, just a small amount of voltage finding its way onto a wire can corrupt data transmissions. Shielded cables can help to protect against that problem.


How To Measure DC Voltage With a Multimeter

How To Measure DC Voltage With a Multimeter

The simplest and most common measurement to obtain using a multimeter is voltage, in fact, they are often called ‘voltmeters’ for this reason.


Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. Launches FR-E800 Series of Variable Frequency Drives

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. Launches FR-E800 Series of Variable Frequency Drives

Mitsubishi Electric Automation introduces its new series of variable frequency drives with multi-purpose inverter and more.


News May 08, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Hackers Target PLCs and SCADA Systems at Water Facilities in Israel

Hackers Target PLCs and SCADA Systems at Water Facilities in Israel

The Israeli Government has issued a security alert last week after hackers targeted SCADA systems across the country.


What Is CNC Machining? A Look Into the History of This Technique

What Is CNC Machining? A Look Into the History of This Technique

CNC has played a crucial role in the industry by allowing production processes to be automated as well as provide repeatability. In this article, we will look at how CNC technology has changed over the years and where it is going in the future.


News May 01, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
A Look Into Rotary Encoder Types: Absolute and Incremental

A Look Into Rotary Encoder Types: Absolute and Incremental

This article looks at rotary encoders, covering the main types, introducing their characteristics, and introducing their key applications in control systems.


Yokogawa Set to Provide Field Instruments and Control Systems for Gas-fired Power Plant

Yokogawa Set to Provide Field Instruments and Control Systems for Gas-fired Power Plant

Yokogawa recently won an order to provide its state-of-the-art controls system, as well as field instruments, to an all-new gas-fired power plant in Turkmenistan. 


News Apr 23, 2020 by Jacob Ramirez
ifm electronic Unveils New RFID System for Long-Distance Applications With Fieldbus Compatibility

ifm electronic Unveils New RFID System for Long-Distance Applications With Fieldbus Compatibility

ifm Electronic has released a new family of radio-frequency identification (RFID) systems designed for long-distance applications.


HARTING America Provides New Single Pair Ethernet Technology

HARTING America Provides New Single Pair Ethernet Technology

What does this technology offer and what advantages does it have over standard Ethernet?


News Apr 07, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
Emerson Expands Hydropower Offerings With More Renewable Energy Capabilities

Emerson Expands Hydropower Offerings With More Renewable Energy Capabilities

Emerson Electric has announced the acquisition of hydropower firm American Governor.


Industry Leaders Offer a Helping Hand During COVID-19 Crisis

Industry Leaders Offer a Helping Hand During COVID-19 Crisis

GE Digital, Honeywell and Emerson Automation do their part to combat the spread of COVID-19, protecting their employees and supporting industrial and healthcare communities.


News Mar 21, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Sensor Installation for Control and Automation Systems

Sensor Installation for Control and Automation Systems

Whether it’s a critical machine repair or the installation of a brand new piece of equipment, it’s important to have the knowledge and skill to properly connect sensors to a control system.


Battery-Powered Wireless Terminal to Control Network Sensors from Mitsubishi Electric

Battery-Powered Wireless Terminal to Control Network Sensors from Mitsubishi Electric

How do you choose a wireless communication terminal and what features are the most important?


Brand New Three-Phase Energy-Efficient Electric Motors

Brand New Three-Phase Energy-Efficient Electric Motors

What are universal motors and why would you choose one over a standard motor?


News Mar 18, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
New Actuator Control Panel Designed for Hazardous Conditions

New Actuator Control Panel Designed for Hazardous Conditions

Rotork recently announced its all-new local controls station for actuators and general flow control. 


News Mar 16, 2020 by Jacob Ramirez
AutoGuide Launches 15,000-Pound Payload Autonomous Mobile Robot Tugger

AutoGuide Launches 15,000-Pound Payload Autonomous Mobile Robot Tugger

Robotics solutions company, AutoGuide, just launched its highest payload autonomous mobile robot tugger, the company revealed this week.


New AOV-10 Orbital Sander for Robots Released by ATI Industrial Automation

New AOV-10 Orbital Sander for Robots Released by ATI Industrial Automation

This week ATI Industrial Automation announced its latest robotic addition, an orbital sander.


News Feb 26, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
Introduction to Pneumatic, Hydraulic, and Electric Actuators

Introduction to Pneumatic, Hydraulic, and Electric Actuators

In this article, we take a look at hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric actuators and how they are used in different scenarios.


Building Cyber Resilience In Industrial Control Systems

Building Cyber Resilience In Industrial Control Systems

Industrial control system cybersecurity can be a matter of vital corporate and national interest. What are the operational risks, and how are they assessed?