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Introduction to Smart Sensors

Smart sensors differ from traditional sensors in that they offer benefits such as self-diagnostics, simplified wiring and communication, and more efficient remote monitoring.

January 06, 2022 by Muhammad Asim Niazi

Types of Instrumentation Used in Wastewater Treatment Facilities

What types of instrumentation are used in wastewater treatment plants? Let’s review the instrumentation and how treatment plants stand out from other industrial facilities.

December 16, 2021 by Muhammad Asim Niazi

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

Designing and Planning Existing Control System Upgrades

After understanding how to select the right control system, learn how to design and plan control system retrofits.

November 08, 2021 by Dennis Lynch

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

Future-Proofing Your Industrial Ethernet With the Right RJ45 Connector

What is future-proofing your industrial Ethernet and why is it important to have the right connector?

October 05, 2021 by David Smith, Sager Electronics

M2M Communication: Is Ethernet or Wireless Better?

Efficient communication between machines is key in industrial automation. As both Ethernet and wireless network technologies improve, which one is poised to take the lead in the future?

September 16, 2021 by Antonio Armenta

Optical Fiber: The Future of Industrial Communications?

Fiber optics is a promising technology for the future of industrial automation. In this article, learn the history, fundamentals, and application of fiber optics.

September 14, 2021 by Antonio Armenta

Finding and Calibrating Linear Regression in LabVIEW

Analog signals like temperature create linear data. Let’s take a look at how to find the best-fit line, use the R^2 value, and calibrate the data in LabVIEW.

August 02, 2021 by Seth Price

Wired vs. Wireless Industrial Networks

Are wired networks really more secure than wireless? Let’s dive into some differences between these two industrial network types.

July 29, 2021 by Antonio Armenta

HMI Troubleshooting and Maintenance

In this article, we cover some of the most common HMI failures and troubleshooting methods.

July 22, 2021 by Antonio Armenta

Different Types of Signal Conditioners

Signal conditioners are important components of industrial digital acquisition (DAQ) systems. Learn about different types, and their benefits and drawbacks.

July 11, 2021 by Muhammad Asim Niazi

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

The Difference Between 2-wire RTDs, 3-wire RTDs, and 4-wire RTDs

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.

June 15, 2021 by Seth Price

The Basics of a Resistance Temperature Detector (RTD)

Learn how resistance temperature detectors (RTDs) work, how to calibrate one, advantages and disadvantages, and uses in industry.

June 04, 2021 by Seth Price

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

What is Baud Rate and How Does It Work?

In this article, we’ll explore the challenge of data transmission rates and discuss the role of the baud rate in older communication systems.

May 09, 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