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Parker Hannifin Releases a New PMAC Motor for the HEV Industry

Parker Hannifin introduced the GVM-310, a new PMAC motor for the Electric Vehicle (EV) and Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) industries.

January 14, 2021 by Seth Price

Using Measurement While Drilling and Logging While Drilling in Automation

This article discusses measurement while drilling (MWD) and logging while drilling (LWD). Both techniques increase the efficiency and capability of directional drilling as well as the safety of the operators.

December 20, 2020 by Anish Devasia

New Industrial Suite from Eaton Enables Remote Monitoring in Hazardous Environments

Recently, Eaton released its latest industrial suite, Brightlayer, to allow for remote monitoring of industrial assets.

December 08, 2020 by Robin Mitchell

Omron Partners with SMC and CKD for Pneumatic Gripper Development

Omron recently partnered with SMC and CKD to combine Omron’s robotics with SMC and CKDs pneumatic grippers.

November 27, 2020 by Seth Price

AVEVA and Schneider Electric Further Develop AVEVA’s Unified Supply Chain Platform

AVEVA released an enhanced version of its AVEVA Unified Supply Chain platform to provide supply chain visibility for the oil and gas industry.

October 09, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida

ABB Partners With Takraf to Deploy One of the World’s Most Powerful Gearless Conveyor Drive Systems

ABB and TAKRAF Partner to install one of the world’s most powerful gearless conveyor drive system in Chuquicamata, Chile.

October 04, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida

ABB Continues to Support Mining Industry Through Software Solutions and Training

ABB aims to help mining processes in South Africa for Anglo American Technical Solutions with the Ability System 800xA.

September 14, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida

ASI Supplies Automated Control Systems for Large Hydraulic-Powered Mining Vehicles to Epiroc

Epiroc produces sustainable mining/construction equipment and has paired up with ASI to engineer and supply specific automated control systems for large hydraulic-powered mining vehicles.

June 27, 2020 by Ben Stepanian

OnRobot Launches Intelligent Programmable Screwdriver for Fast Deployment

OnRobot, a collaborative application and process automation company announced the release of its intelligent programmable screw driving head.

June 26, 2020 by Ben Stepanian

How Thermal Imaging Can Help Keep Systems Safe

This article looks at thermal imaging equipment and discusses the advantages and applications of thermal imaging in a variety of control systems.

June 22, 2020 by Muhammad Asim Niazi

Unconventional Commercial and Industrial Applications of Drones

This article discusses recent applications of drones and how companies are developing more commercially advanced applications, specifically in the industrial and manufacturing industries.

June 18, 2020 by Akshay Kumar

What is Redundancy in Control Systems?

Learn about redundancy and why it's an important part of protecting control systems and a key part of avoiding costly system failures and malfunctions.

June 17, 2020 by Muhammad Asim Niazi

An Introduction to Gray Code for Encoders

This article introduces Gray code, a specialized binary arrangement necessary for absolute encoders to communicate with controllers.

June 10, 2020 by David Peterson

Advanced Control Techniques for Collaborative Manipulators

Learn all about the collaborative robots (cobots) that work alongside humans and the many advanced strategies put in place so they can function efficiently and safely in industrial settings.

June 09, 2020 by Akshay Kumar

Grounding for Control Transformers

Grounding connections to a transformer presents its own set of challenges. This article addresses these challenges and several common configurations for grounding control transformers.

April 25, 2020 by David Peterson

What is Automated Drilling? A Look Into the Benefits and Practices

This article discusses the definition of automated drilling and a look into some of the key features and best practices.

April 12, 2020 by Anish Devasia

Why Being Smart Can Be Dangerous: Tips to Make Your Facility Smart and Safe

Are smart devices opening production to attacks? This article provides several tips to ensure your facility is staying smart and safe.

April 09, 2020 by Jeff Kerns

COVID-19 Used as Bait in Malware Attacks on Industrial Companies

Is cybersecurity training part of your company's protocol?

March 14, 2020 by Alessandro Mascellino

Mining Equipment Gets Smarter as Metso Standardizes Its Metrics Data Analytics Solution

Much of Metso's mining and aggregate equipment will now come standard with Metso Metrics for data analytics to increase process efficiency and reduce downtime.

December 23, 2019 by Kate Smith

Nokia Aims to Facilitate Industry 4.0 with Private Wireless LTE Networks for Industrial Applications

Nokia recently announced that their wireless networks are in use for over 120 industrial customers, providing real-world examples of Industry 4.0 in action.

December 03, 2019 by Robin Mitchell