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Autodesk’s Latest Acquisition Plans to Bring More Product Data Management to the Cloud

Autodesk’s Latest Acquisition Plans to Bring More Product Data Management to the Cloud

Autodesk is acquiring Upchain, a global provider of PLM and PDM, to bring more product data and product lifecycle management to their users.


News May 12, 2021 by Sara McCaslin
Common Mathematical Units for Electrical Troubleshooting and Control Operations

Common Mathematical Units for Electrical Troubleshooting and Control Operations

In industrial control, it is crucial to have a basic understanding of the units that define and describe the ratings of components.


Emerson Expands Tank Gauging Software to Include Multiple Platforms

Emerson Expands Tank Gauging Software to Include Multiple Platforms

Electronics manufacturer Emerson has unveiled the “world’s first” cross-platform inventory management software application for tank gauging systems.


What is Baud Rate and How Does It Work?

What is Baud Rate and How Does It Work?

Data transmission rates are auto-negotiated in modern protocols, but for older serial connections, both devices must agree on what baud rate to use to ensure reliable communications.


A Look Into Subsea Control Systems and Automation Technology

A Look Into Subsea Control Systems and Automation Technology

Dive into the critical functions of a subsea control system and how to utilize subsea production equipment to automate industrial processes, such as oil drilling and production.


Matrox Aims to Expand Industrial Imaging Capabilities with Latest Vision Controller

Matrox Aims to Expand Industrial Imaging Capabilities with Latest Vision Controller

Matrox recently announced the renewal of its established vision controller series, the Matrox Supersight.


News May 06, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
Applications and Examples of M2M Communication

Applications and Examples of M2M Communication

Learn about specific applications of machine-to-machine communication and how engineers can utilize these techniques in various industrial sectors.


NKK Aims to Expand Control Capabilities with Latest Single Switch HMI Solution

NKK Aims to Expand Control Capabilities with Latest Single Switch HMI Solution

Recently, NKK released its S0109, a single push button switch, and a combined display designed for industrial applications. 


News May 03, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
Russelectric by Siemens Debuts Advanced Control Solution for Power Generation Capabilities

Russelectric by Siemens Debuts Advanced Control Solution for Power Generation Capabilities

Their latest controls solution manages the Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) across loads, energy storage, and generation at critical manufacturing sites.


News May 03, 2021 by Seth Price
Acromag Expands Remote I/O Modules to Control and Monitor Discrete Device Levels

Acromag Expands Remote I/O Modules to Control and Monitor Discrete Device Levels

Acromag announced their BusWorks NT2000 series of remote I/O modules with an expansion bus to support three more I/O modules that can operate up to 64 channels.


News May 02, 2021 by Sara McCaslin
Schneider Electric’s Newest Software Update Aims to Increase Speed, Efficiency, and Accuracy to BIM

Schneider Electric’s Newest Software Update Aims to Increase Speed, Efficiency, and Accuracy to BIM

Automation giant Schneider Electric announced an update of its LayoutFAST software.


SCADA Gets an Augmented Reality (AR) Upgrade at Mitsubishi Electric

SCADA Gets an Augmented Reality (AR) Upgrade at Mitsubishi Electric

Mitsubishi Electric has released two new types of software for system monitoring and process control.


ABB Introduces Drone-based Gas Leak Detection and Greenhouse Gas Quantification System

ABB Introduces Drone-based Gas Leak Detection and Greenhouse Gas Quantification System

ABB releases its mobile, cloud-connected drone-based detection and measurement system for natural gas pipelines and greenhouse gas emissions.


News Apr 29, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
What is Machine-to-Machine Communication?

What is Machine-to-Machine Communication?

Learn about some of the machine-to-machine communication methodologies, including wired and wireless M2M communication techniques.


A Look Into Popular Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Software

A Look Into Popular Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Software

This article analyzes some of the leading MES software in the market and describes convergence trends among them.


 Northrop Grumman Manufactures New Control Systems to Automate Air Operations

Northrop Grumman Manufactures New Control Systems to Automate Air Operations

Aerospace manufacturer, Northrop Grumman, developed a Common Infrared Countermeasures (CIRCM) system ready to help the U.S. Army automate operations.


News Apr 26, 2021 by Seth Price
OEM Turck Expands HMI Capabilities for Food and Beverage Industries

OEM Turck Expands HMI Capabilities for Food and Beverage Industries

Turck recently released its latest HMI designed for harsh outdoor environments in the food and beverage industry.


News Apr 26, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
How Do ERP and MES Work Together?

How Do ERP and MES Work Together?

Learn the main differences between enterprise resource planning (ERP) and manufacturing execution systems (MES) and how they are used together in a control system.


The Importance of Mathematics for Troubleshooting and Control Operations

The Importance of Mathematics for Troubleshooting and Control Operations

From plant management to tuning your control system, there are a few specific math concepts you may need to know.


An Introduction to Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

An Introduction to Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

Let’s learn the definition, brief historical context, and architecture of manufacturing execution systems (MES).