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John S. Rinaldi

As CEO of Real Time Automation, John Rinaldi specializes in the strategic implementation of industrial communication protocols including EtherNet/IP, Modbus, and OPC UA. He is a prolific contributor to the automation community, having authored more than 500 technical articles and six books that serve as foundational resources for controls engineers. His expertise lies in translating sophisticated networking standards into scalable, high-uptime solutions for modern industrial environments. 

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  • The Crucial Role of Data Conditioning in Smart Manufacturing
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    The Crucial Role of Data Conditioning in Smart Manufacturing

    Without addressing the diverse and complex nature of data—whether it comes from different equipment standards or varying measurement formats—the full potential of Smart Manufacturing cannot be realized.
    By: John S. Rinaldi
    06 September, 2024 | 2 minutes
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