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Understanding Different IP Enclosure Ratings

Understanding Different IP Enclosure Ratings

This article will provide an overview of the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) IP (Ingress Protection) ratings, IEC standard 60529, sometimes referred to as International Protection code.


How to Perform a Factory Acceptance Test

How to Perform a Factory Acceptance Test

Learn about factory acceptance tests (FATs), including how the tests are created, where they are performed, and the responsibilities for both the buyer and manufacturer of the equipment.


Orifice Plate Sizing for Flow Measurements

Orifice Plate Sizing for Flow Measurements

Learn about orifice plates and specifically how to size orifice plates for flow measurements and the different flow rates associated with them.


ABB Dynamic Assembly Pack: The Missing Piece in Automotive Assembly Applications

ABB Dynamic Assembly Pack: The Missing Piece in Automotive Assembly Applications

ABB's Dynamic Assembly Pack for Final Trim and Assembly combines real-time cameras with integrated force control sensors to allow robots to track positions more precisely.


News Sep 10, 2020 by Sara McCaslin
Keyence Releases LJ-X8000 2D/3D Laser Profiler Controllers

Keyence Releases LJ-X8000 2D/3D Laser Profiler Controllers

Keyence released a series of laser profilers intended for high-resolution inline measurements, including six controllers for different applications.


The Evolution of Autonomous Mobile Robots

The Evolution of Autonomous Mobile Robots

What are autonomous mobile robots and how did they come to be a crucial part of the industrial manufacturing industry?


Pepperl+Fuchs Partners with Samsung to Create Industrial Tablet

Pepperl+Fuchs Partners with Samsung to Create Industrial Tablet

Electronic sensors manufacturer, Pepperl+Fuchs, released the world's first Android tablet with a 10-inch display for Zone 2/22 and Division 2 hazardous areas.


Eaton Releases New Sensor for Tracking Machine Location and Machine Dynamics

Eaton Releases New Sensor for Tracking Machine Location and Machine Dynamics

Eaton introduces a new machine dynamics sensor, GFX, that enables operations for machinery, vehicles, and operators. 


News Sep 08, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
An Overview of Pilot Valves

An Overview of Pilot Valves

What are pilot valves and how do they work? This article dives into some of the different types and uses for these components.


Applications of Data Structures and Data Types

Applications of Data Structures and Data Types

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


How to Reduce Electrical Noise on Sensors and Control Systems

How to Reduce Electrical Noise on Sensors and Control Systems

Electrical noise is a common problem inside industrial facilities. The following will explain a few simple strategies for reducing this noise.


Larsen and Toubro Sell Electrical and Automation Business to Schneider Electric

Larsen and Toubro Sell Electrical and Automation Business to Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric Merges its industrial automation business in India with Larsen & Toubro's electrical and automation business.


News Sep 04, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Understanding Array Data Types

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.


The Importance of Material Selection in Manufacturing

The Importance of Material Selection in Manufacturing

The following will take a step back from IoT and machine data to see how engineering practices such as material selection and CAD can do more with less.  


FLIR Designs New Long-Range Camera for Infrastructure and Remote Facilities

FLIR Designs New Long-Range Camera for Infrastructure and Remote Facilities

FLIR released the Quasar 4K IR PTZ camera with high resolution, up to 31x optical zoom, and low light imaging capabilities.


News Sep 02, 2020 by Sara McCaslin
AW-Lake Introduces New Clamp-On Ultrasonic FlowMeters

AW-Lake Introduces New Clamp-On Ultrasonic FlowMeters

Fixed measurement devices are no longer designed to interrupt the flow in a fluidic system. AW-Lake introduces a portable ultrasonic flow meter for industrial applications.


News Sep 01, 2020 by Ben Stepanian
Different Techniques for Condition Monitoring

Different Techniques for Condition Monitoring

Condition monitoring focuses on the physical parameters like temperature and vibration, rather than the product parameters.


Robotic Gripper Leader Schunk Delivers New Sensory Hydraulic Expansion Toolholder

Robotic Gripper Leader Schunk Delivers New Sensory Hydraulic Expansion Toolholder

Schunk aims to simplify and optimize their tooling to help industries achieve the precision and accuracy required to mill parts.


News Aug 28, 2020 by Ben Stepanian
Alternative PLC Programming Languages

Alternative PLC Programming Languages

For most systems, there are various languages meant for specific purposes, including Function Block, Sequential Charts, and Structured Text.


Panasonic Releases New Gas Flow Sensor for Hydrogen and Industrial Applications

Panasonic Releases New Gas Flow Sensor for Hydrogen and Industrial Applications

Panasonic introduces its new hydrogen gas sensor suitable for use in evaluating a wide range of hydrogen-related technology.


News Aug 27, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida