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A Guide to DIN Connectors for Solenoid Valves

DIN is a widely-known standard for connectors and enclosures. Let’s break down the most common DIN connectors for solenoid valves and their circuit functions.

January 04, 2022 by Charles Kolstad, Tameson

Power Requirements for Building Automation Systems

Building automation systems run commercial offices and factories. These systems have subsystems, broken into even smaller parts. All of these parts need power. This article will review the parts of a building automation system and its power needs.

December 04, 2021 by Vin Natham, Aimtec

Types of Motor Starters and Application Considerations

Motors drive all sorts of processes in a facility. Depending on the application, which motor starter is best suited for your needs?

November 28, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich

Using DC/DC Converters for Industrial Automation

Learn the basics of DC/DC converters and their uses in industrial automation.

November 04, 2021 by Antonio Armenta

Assessing Buzzwords: X “as a Service” (XaaS)

XaaS, or the service model, has grown in the last several years. Pop-up terms like “SaaS,” “IaaS,” and “RaaS” are seen throughout the industry. But what do they mean, and do they provide dependable ROI?

October 10, 2021 by Anish Devasia

The Difference 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.

July 01, 2021 by Rob Hulsebos

CSA vs. UL Certifications

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

June 23, 2021 by Muhammad Asim Niazi

Advantages and Disadvantages of Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS)

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

June 07, 2021 by Antonio Armenta

Types of Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS)

Learn about the different classes of automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS) based on product and motion types.

June 02, 2021 by Antonio Armenta

Top Five Machine Safety Risks and Automated Solutions for the Shop Floor

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

May 22, 2021 by Muhammad Asim Niazi

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.

May 12, 2021 by David Peterson

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.

May 10, 2021 by David Peterson

The Importance of Mathematics for Troubleshooting and Control Operations

From plant management to tuning your control system, there are a few specific math concepts you may need to know.

April 20, 2021 by David Peterson

The Difference Between Ground and Neutral Conductors in Control Wiring

Learn about how the ground compares, or contrasts, to the neutral wire and why this kind of wiring is important for control cabinets and other wiring needs in an industrial facility.

April 18, 2021 by David Peterson

Applications of UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) in Control Systems

Learn about some common implementation strategies of UPS in control systems and important design considerations.

March 31, 2021 by Antonio Armenta

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.

March 29, 2021 by Antonio Armenta

The Importance of Neutral Wire in 3-Phase Systems

Learn about the importance of wiring in 3-phase systems and how to complete this wiring in various industrial scenarios and control cabinets.

March 21, 2021 by David Peterson

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.

September 16, 2020 by Dennis Lynch

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

What Are Plenum-Rated Cables? Safety, Function, and Usage

In this article, we will look at plenum cables, what they are made of, and when it can be appropriate to use them.

February 03, 2020 by Robin Mitchell