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HMS Releases an Industrial 5G Router and Starterkit

HMS Networks introduces a 5G router and starterkit for 5G network testing set up with Ericsson Industry Connect.

April 01, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida

The Importance of a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) in Control Systems

Learn the general functionalities and different types of uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) and why they are important in control systems.

March 29, 2021 by Antonio Armenta

PAS Releases Automation Integrity Module Enabling Industrial Data Integrity

PAS released the latest add-on to their Automation Integrity enterprise platform, Sensor Data Integrity.

March 22, 2021 by Robin Mitchell

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.

March 17, 2021 by Muhammad Asim Niazi

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.

March 12, 2021 by Muhammad Asim Niazi

Engineers Collaborate to Create Control and Robotic Solutions with DARPA SubT Challenge

What is DARPA's SubT challenge and how is it inspiring new robotic and control solutions in disaster relief efforts?

March 08, 2021 by Seth Price

Understanding LiDAR Technology in Industrial Applications

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

March 06, 2021 by Antonio Armenta

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.

February 23, 2021 by Alessandro Mascellino

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.

February 21, 2021 by Alessandro Mascellino

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.

February 17, 2021 by Sara McCaslin

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

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

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

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