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Learn the differences and similarities between human-machine interface (HMI) and supervisory control and data acquisition…

Learn the differences and similarities between human-machine interface (HMI) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) and how they work together.

Learn about the difference between IoT and IIoT and how to integrate them into a specific system based on the needs of…

Learn about the difference between IoT and IIoT and how to integrate them into a specific system based on the needs of your application and facility.

What are some considerations and challenges when integrating an HMI into an existing control system? Let’s dive into…

What are some considerations and challenges when integrating an HMI into an existing control system? Let’s dive into the benefits and challenges.

LabVIEW Virtual Instruments (VIs) can simulate tools like multimeters, which are useful for measuring in control systems.…

LabVIEW Virtual Instruments (VIs) can simulate tools like multimeters, which are useful for measuring in control systems. Read this article to learn more about designing around possible safety and readability blockers.

Although there are many similarities, there are also vast differences between office networks and industrial networks.…

Although there are many similarities, there are also vast differences between office networks and industrial networks. Find out what those differences are in this article.

Learn about the background and use of message queue telemetry transport (MQTT) in the industrial automation industry.

Learn about the background and use of message queue telemetry transport (MQTT) in the industrial automation industry.

Learn about the numerous libraries, toolkits, and interfaces to achieve motor and motion control using LabVIEW.

Learn about the numerous libraries, toolkits, and interfaces to achieve motor and motion control using LabVIEW.

Learn about industrial standards, such as functional safety or cybersecurity, that are set by organizations such as the…

Learn about industrial standards, such as functional safety or cybersecurity, that are set by organizations such as the ISO or ISA.

Now that we’ve learned the basics of common certifications like CSA and UL, let’s figure out their similarities and…

Now that we’ve learned the basics of common certifications like CSA and UL, let’s figure out their similarities and differences.

Learn about some of the most common industrial certifications and standards and how facilities can decide which standard…

Learn about some of the most common industrial certifications and standards and how facilities can decide which standard to adopt based on their process.

Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) can be used in industrial systems to find faults, damages, and predictive maintenance. Learn…

Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) can be used in industrial systems to find faults, damages, and predictive maintenance. Learn about FTA's basics.

We already discussed a few limitations of resistance temperature detectors (RTDs); this article will explore the…

We already discussed a few limitations of resistance temperature detectors (RTDs); this article will explore the difference between two-wire, three-wire, and four-wire RTDs.

Learn about specific components used in feedback devices and some of the jargon you may encounter when working with servo…

Learn about specific components used in feedback devices and some of the jargon you may encounter when working with servo motion systems.

Trip classes protect motors from overcurrent, but when will an overload relay trip, why, and what trip class should you use?

Trip classes protect motors from overcurrent, but when will an overload relay trip, why, and what trip class should you use?

This article describes some of the most relevant advantages and disadvantages of using an automated storage and retrieval…

This article describes some of the most relevant advantages and disadvantages of using an automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS).

Learn about the specific considerations to make when selecting the appropriate warehouse control system for your…

Learn about the specific considerations to make when selecting the appropriate warehouse control system for your automation process.

Learn about warehouse control systems and some of the industrial equipment used to control the distribution of goods…

Learn about warehouse control systems and some of the industrial equipment used to control the distribution of goods through the warehouse or facility.

Start to understand the difference between analog and digital communications, and read a few examples of how analog,…

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.

Each machine on the factory floor comes with risk; learn common safety risks and corresponding automation solutions.

Each machine on the factory floor comes with risk; learn common safety risks and corresponding automation solutions.