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

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.


A Look Into Continuous Fiber Manufacturing (CFM)

A Look Into Continuous Fiber Manufacturing (CFM)

CFM, or continuous fiber manufacturing, is a patented form of additive manufacturing that adds continuous fiber reinforcement to components as they are built up.


Edge Computing Trends in Industrial Sectors: Speed, Connectivity, and Real-time Data

Edge Computing Trends in Industrial Sectors: Speed, Connectivity, and Real-time Data

This article will cover two trends and two drivers that are advancing edge technology and what that means for the future of manufacturing.


Desmasa Combined AMRs and Cobots to Create Mobile Collaborative Robots

Desmasa Combined AMRs and Cobots to Create Mobile Collaborative Robots

Desmasa unveiled a new mobile collaborative robot (MCR) that combines the mobility and agility of a vehicle with the industrial utility of a collaborative robot.


News Mar 24, 2021 by Seth Price
Safety Considerations for LiDAR Sensors

Safety Considerations for LiDAR Sensors

Learn about safety in LiDAR sensors from different perspectives and some safety-rated applications.


Automate Forward 2021 Virtual Trade Show and Conference Starts Tomorrow

Automate Forward 2021 Virtual Trade Show and Conference Starts Tomorrow

Automate Forward is an annual trade show and conference that brings together exhibitors, industry professionals, engineers, and plant managers to cross-pollinate ideas and solutions in manufacturing.


News Mar 21, 2021 by Seth Price
One Year Later: How COVID-19-Related Hacking Attempts have Affected Industrial Cybersecurity Risks

One Year Later: How COVID-19-Related Hacking Attempts have Affected Industrial Cybersecurity Risks

One year has passed since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, and its effects have been transformative for hundreds of companies in the industrial automation space.


Industrial Emissions From a Control Perspective

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.


Amazon Web Services (AWS) Joins the OPC Foundation

Amazon Web Services (AWS) Joins the OPC Foundation

Amazon Web Services (AWS) becomes the OPC Foundation’s latest member and aims to provide extended cloud capabilities for manufacturers’ industrial operations.


News Mar 11, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
What are Six-Axis Robots?

What are Six-Axis Robots?

For many manufacturing processes, Cartesian robots work well. However, there are times with a robot with more movement capabilities works better. Learn about six-axis robots, how they move, and popular applications.


Seegrid Introduces New AMR Pallet Truck Series to Optimize Motion Planning on Facility Floor

Seegrid Introduces New AMR Pallet Truck Series to Optimize Motion Planning on Facility Floor

Seegrid released a new line of autonomous pallet trucks to boost productivity in the warehousing and shipping environments.


News Mar 10, 2021 by Seth Price
Beckhoff Releases Planar Motor System XPlanar to Promote Machine Flexibility

Beckhoff Releases Planar Motor System XPlanar to Promote Machine Flexibility

Beckhoff released the XPlanar, a magnetically levitating planar motor transport system that ensures high flexibility, minimal maintenance, and intelligent control.


News Mar 09, 2021 by Sara McCaslin
Merck Expands Manufacturing Capacity to Help Johnson & Johnson with COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout

Merck Expands Manufacturing Capacity to Help Johnson & Johnson with COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout

Pharmaceutical manufacturer, Merck, recently agreed to support various efforts in expanding the manufacturing capacity and supply of COVID-19 vaccines.


News Mar 05, 2021 by Maddie Bradshaw
Several IIoT Companies Band Together to Develop 5G and DDS-enabled Factory for Robotic Autonomy

Several IIoT Companies Band Together to Develop 5G and DDS-enabled Factory for Robotic Autonomy

ADLINK Technology Inc. enters into a collaboration with the Fair Friend Group and Institute for Information Industry to create the world’s first smart factory with private 5G-enabled swarm autonomy and DDS technology.


News Mar 05, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Stratus Starts Training Programs for OEMs to Add Edge Processing to Automation Deliverables

Stratus Starts Training Programs for OEMs to Add Edge Processing to Automation Deliverables

To support data processing over the cloud with edge computing, Stratus launched a Value-Added Reseller (VAR) program to host operational technology through OEM integration training.


News Mar 02, 2021 by Leah Scully
An Introduction to Gas Leakage Detection Systems

An Introduction to Gas Leakage Detection Systems

Learn about the requirements and importance of a gas leakage detection system.


Understanding Peristaltic Pumps

Understanding Peristaltic Pumps

Peristaltic pumps are used in applications where contamination of the fluid passing through the pump is unacceptable. In this article, learn how these pumps work and see the different applications where they're used.


Comparing Industrial PCs to PLCs and PACs

Comparing Industrial PCs to PLCs and PACs

A brief overview of controllers through history and an analysis of factors to consider when deciding which one to use.


 Universal Robots Wraps Up Cobot Expo Series, Providing Training for Machine Tending Applications

Universal Robots Wraps Up Cobot Expo Series, Providing Training for Machine Tending Applications

Universal Robots hosts the Cobots Expo Series, with five virtual events that focus on using collaborative robots in various machine tending applications.


News Feb 26, 2021 by Seth Price
Liquatite Flexible Food-Grade Conduits from Electri-Flex are Now Antimicrobial

Liquatite Flexible Food-Grade Conduits from Electri-Flex are Now Antimicrobial

Electri-Flex announced the release of their latest food-grade conduit for use in the food and pharmaceuticals industry.


News Feb 26, 2021 by Robin Mitchell