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Understanding Analog Versus Digital Signals in Control Systems

Understanding Analog Versus Digital Signals in Control Systems

Start to understand the difference between analog and digital communications, and read a few examples of how analog, digital, and discrete signals can be used in a control system.


Understanding Mathematical Units for Electric Troubleshooting in Industrial Environments

Understanding Mathematical Units for Electric Troubleshooting in Industrial Environments

A previous article mentions various electrical units used in troubleshooting techniques. This article expands on those and discusses some additional units that engineers may need to know.


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
Sfera Labs Debuts Industrial-grade Sensor Based on Raspberry Pi

Sfera Labs Debuts Industrial-grade Sensor Based on Raspberry Pi

Sfera Labs releases its new multi-sensor module with Raspberry Pi computing capabilities to create new edge computing applications.


News May 11, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
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.


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.


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.


Protocols for Industrial Remote Monitoring

Protocols for Industrial Remote Monitoring

Dive into why protocols are essential in industrial remote monitoring along with the most common types of open protocols seen in facilities.


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
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
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.


Devices and Equipment Used in Industrial Remote Monitoring

Devices and Equipment Used in Industrial Remote Monitoring

This article in our continuing series about remote monitoring covers equipment and devices necessary to establish a remote monitoring mechanism.


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.


Yaskawa’s Latest Palletizing Robots Aim to Optimize Facility Management

Yaskawa’s Latest Palletizing Robots Aim to Optimize Facility Management

Yaskawa has recently added two robots, the PL190 and PL320, to their palletizing robotics line, including the previously released PL500.


News Apr 28, 2021 by Damond Goodwin
Types of Industrial Remote Monitoring Solutions and Processes

Types of Industrial Remote Monitoring Solutions and Processes

Learn about the different types of industrial remote monitoring and some of the various remote monitoring processes used in industry.


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.


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.


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).


WEROCK’s Rugged HMI Withstands Drops, Vibrations, and Extreme Temperatures

WEROCK’s Rugged HMI Withstands Drops, Vibrations, and Extreme Temperatures

WEROCK developed an industry-ready tablet for rugged and dirty environments.


News Apr 13, 2021 by Seth Price