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Understanding Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

A computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) is a software system that manages an entire company’s maintenance activities. It supports the maintenance personnel by helping to develop a database relevant to maintenance activities.

one day ago by Muhammad Asim Niazi

New Report Finds Latest ICS Vulnerabilities on the Rise for Industrial Manufacturing

Claroty released a new report showing more than 70% of industrial control system (ICS) vulnerabilities disclosed in the first half (1H) of 2020 can be exploited remotely.

September 09, 2020 by Alessandro Mascellino

Applications of Data Structures and Data Types

This article discusses structure data types, structure tags, and various applications of user-defined structures.

September 05, 2020 by David Peterson

Understanding Array Data Types

In this article, we’ll investigate the meaning of an array, but also explore some of the ways in which arrays can be used specifically within the context of a PLC system.

September 03, 2020 by David Peterson

Comparison of Modbus Over TCP/IP and PROFINET

Two of the most common protocols are Modbus and Profinet. They are similar in many ways, but there are some crucial differences.

August 26, 2020 by David Peterson

Emerson Updates Plantweb Software to Include Social Density Management and Contact Tracing

Emerson's Plantweb Location Awareness update makes it possible for plant managers to support health and operational continuity through social density management and contact tracing tools.

August 25, 2020 by Sara McCaslin

Common NEMA Enclosure Ratings 

This article discusses several different types of NEMA enclosure ratings and which one may be the right one for your specific applications.

August 24, 2020 by Dennis Lynch

Radiflow Releases First Ever Risk Analysis Platform Based on ISA/IEC Standards

Cybersecurity solutions company, Radiflow, released the company’s first risk analysis platform based on the ISA/IEC 62443 framework.

August 17, 2020 by Alessandro Mascellino

Industrial Networking Terms Explained

This article includes a list of some common terms for industrial devices, and as with all computer-related terms, the descriptions are greatly simplified.

August 16, 2020 by David Peterson

Mercedes Launches New Digital Manufacturing EcoSystem to Optimize Automotive Production

Mercedes-Benz pushes for digital automotive production of its vehicles with the Mercedes Car Operations 360 ecosystem.

August 13, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida

How to Define the Tool Center Point (TCP) on a Robot

TCP is used to create necessary adjustments that allow the controller to shift the coordinate system to keep track of the tool instead of the arm's end. 

August 10, 2020 by Damond Goodwin

Red Lion’s Flexedge Automation Platform Now Integrates IT & OT

Industrial control and monitoring equipment company Red Lion Controls announced an upgrade to its FlexEdge Intelligent Edge Automation Platform recently.

August 05, 2020 by Alessandro Mascellino

ABB Releases New I/O Solution to Bridge Gap Between Brownfield and Greenfield Operations

ABB introduces the XIO solution to enable fast and efficient brownfield site expansion.

July 28, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida

An Introduction to Commercial Robotic Control with ROS Industrial

Learn about Robot Operating System Industrial (ROS-I) an open-source middleware framework for robotics used in industrial manufacturing.

July 18, 2020 by Akshay Kumar

Quality Protocols and Verification Master Plans for Manufacturing Facilities

Manufacturing plants must follow certain safety protocols set to them by governing bodies in their countries. Learn about key verification protocols (IQ, OQ, and PQ) and how to properly set up a verification master plan.

July 09, 2020 by Muhammad Asim Niazi

IBM and Siemens Partner on New Lifecycle Management Solution to Build Data and Network Systems

Siemens and IBM have jointly announced the development of a new solution aimed at optimizing the Service Lifecycle Management (SLM) of assets.

July 03, 2020 by Alessandro Mascellino

Utilizing Autonomous Maintenance in Industrial Manufacturing

Learn the steps and how-tos for operators, maintenance crews, and management to create an autonomous maintenance system for industrial manufacturing.

July 02, 2020 by Muhammad Asim Niazi

Honeywell Aims to Ensure Health of Control Systems With New Automation Solutions

Honeywell Enabled Services powered by Forge, will help industrial customers ensure control system health, performance, and compliance.

July 02, 2020 by Ben Stepanian

Securing SCADA Systems from Cyber Attacks

Learn about the many ways cyber-attacks threaten SCADA systems, and what can be done to keep manufacturing and utility plants protected.

July 01, 2020 by Anish Devasia

Pushing for Integration of EtherNet/IP in New Servo Drives and VFDs

KEB America announced their S6 and F6 drives will integrate EtherNet/IP. What are the S6 and F6 drives, and how will they benefit from the integration of EtherNet/IP?

July 01, 2020 by Robin Mitchell