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By Janet Brumfield, Verizon Many Cyberattacks still use decades-old techniques such as phishing and hacking.

Pieritz was Strategic Program Manager for Werum IT Solutions America

Patti Engineering Senior Electrical Engineer, Joseph Palace, has been promoted to Director of Tennessee Operations and will be managing the office alongside Erik Pedersen, Business Development Manager.

Configured by a Reliable Controls Authorized Dealer, the myControl mobile app offers fully customized mobile interfaces to any Reliable Controls MACH-System.

Gomtec, based near Munich, Germany, is a privately held company that develops mechatronic systems.

Classes are a combination of classroom and hands-on training on either the Endress+Hauser Process Training Unit (PTU) or live instruments in training stands.

The FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Championship, 22-25 April 2015, culminates months of planning, inventiveness and qualifying competitions

Choosing a pH sensor for use in harsh process environments requires careful consideration of numerous key factors.

MESA and ISA will provide "Manufacturing Meets IT" education track at ISA's annual Process Control and Safety Symposium scheduled for Houston, November 9-12, 2015.

The plant has 1400 piping lines, 1700 manual valves, 300 motors and 1350 field instruments.

By Alan Grau, Icon Labs Security can no longer be thought of as a “nice to have”. Investment in security cannot be viewed through the lens of ROI or competitive advantage. Security must be considered a fundamental requirement – like air bags in automobiles. Everyone involved in the development of technology for critical infrastructure needs to recognize the threats and begin investing today in security solutions.

B-Scada software aggregates data from several hundred AlgaeConnect systems, each with several photobioreactors/ponds in a single system.

ICF-1180I and ICF-1280I PROFIBUS-to-Fiber converters now have Class 1 Div 2, IEC Ex, and ATEX certification for deployment in hazardous locations.

According to a new market research by MarketsandMarkets the total Safety Instrumented Systems Market was valued at $2.03 Billion in 2014 and is expected to reach $3.76 Billion by 2020, at an estimated CAGR of 11.06% between 2015 and 2020.

Siemens supports digitalization in manufacturing and process industries through every phase of the value chain.

Wittenstein will receive the award for its Galaxie product, a high-performance gearhead with independently movable gear teeth.

February U.S. manufacturing technology orders totaled $304.74 million, down 10.6% from January’s $341.02 million and down 14.8% when compared with the total of $357.86 million reported for February 2014.

ICONICS announces its portable new ReportWorX Express app for Office at Hannover Messe 2015.

ICONICS announces the integration of its major automation software suites; GENESIS64™, AnalytiX® and Hyper Historian™; with the security-enhanced, scalable enterprise-grade cloud computing platform, Microsoft Azure.

ICONICS announces the availability of energy-smart software solutions for industrial, manufacturing and building applications.

The Bosch Rexroth Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Center at the Charlotte-Mecklenburg public school system in North Carolina will be available for OCS students beginning with the 2015-16 school year.

Siemens PLM Solutions is a manufacturer of integrated CNC software solutions.

The fast kinetics and composition response of a fluidized bed reactor enable the direct manipulation of reactant feed rate by temperature control to inherently maximize production rate to the coolant

New members of the CSIA Board of Directors were approved via member electronic survey in March.

February U.S. cutting tool consumption totaled $179.3 million, down 2.3% from January’s total and up 1.6% from February 2014.

KUKA Systems opened its new R&D and production facility for advanced automation solutions in Le Haillan, France.

The ISA reference book Maintenance of Instruments & Systems, 2nd Edition by L. D. Goettsche covers topics related to level measurement.

Egemin automated the transport between the automated warehouse and the production zone at this manufacturer of electronic braking systems.

The technology segment includes e-commerce and information technology (IT) outsourcing, media, networking, computer hardware, value-added services, and telecommunication and wireless technology. Wireless technology has helped the telecom sector to shift from wired to wireless systems, which emphasizes the importance of electromagnetic spectrum.

By Norbert Meierhoefer, AspenTech While industrial technology is partly responsible for leaking carbon emissions into the atmosphere, technology can also play an important role in helping to manage and reduce CO2 output.

Siemens Sinumerik CNCs, Simotics motors and Sinamics drives were installed at each lathe, with Simatic PLC and HMI as the master of the entire line.

If you are attending the conference this year, please make sure to stop by the Progea booth during the Partner Industry Expo on April 30th to witness the World’s most open and flexible SCADA/HMI software. At the booth, you will be able to test drive Movicon 11™ SCADA/HMI and Automation Platform.NExT™.

Samsung Electronics is rapidly moving to expand its presence in Africa by establishing manufacturing facilities in the hope of providing an impetus to the country’s burgeoning digital economy.

By Bill Lydon, Editor I recently learned more about Microsoft’s Azure Machine Learning cloud-based predictive analytics software. It is designed to allow users to gain insights into their systems by leveraging data from those systems. I believe Azure is analogous to the power of Excel and Visual Basic - two products that democratized computing in the past.

On average, 96 percent of planned critical maintenance, inspections and testing were performed on schedule but more emphasis is needed on process safety.

Guide covers sensors for displacement, distance, position and length measurement, 2D/3D laser sensors for dimensional measurements, and more

Located in Krishnapatnam, the Sri Damodaram Sanjeevaiah Thermal Power Station is a $2 billion investment by APGENCO that will provide new, low-emissions generation capacity.

ISA allows members who are unemployed at their membership renewal date can extend their full membership status by nine months.

The office is in Sulphur, Louisiana, to serve customers in the US Gulf region

Are the employees and contractors who interact with your safety systems from concept design through to operation and maintenance, qualified and competent to carry out their work?

IT Robotic Automation Market (RPA Tools and RPA Services) - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast 2014 - 2020

The technology segment includes e-commerce and information technology (IT) outsourcing, media, networking, computer hardware, value-added services, and telecommunication and wireless technology. Wireless technology has helped the telecom sector to shift from wired to wireless systems, which emphasizes the importance of electromagnetic spectrum.

Bringing in professionals to help before a project gets off the rails makes the whole experience easier and less costly.

The latest developments in energy-saving solutions for electric, hydraulic and pneumatic drive technology will be at the Motion, Drive & Automation (MDA) show April 13 to 17 in Hannover, Germany.

The new headquarters will be located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

Brock Solutions is proud to announce that our Manufacturing Operations Management Practice Leader, Stephanie Mikelbrencis has been elected Chair of the MESA Americas Board.

Customer demand driven by growing process manufacturing across the region calls for more automation system support close to critical production sites.

The native driver for the Bosch-Rexroth devices allows connectivity between SCADA/HMI and field control devices with greater efficiency, reliability, performance and a drastic cut in development times.

Cladtek is a manufacturer of CRA clad and lined pipe solutions and weld overlay cladding.

eWON is a Belgian manufacturer of industrial routers and the designer of Talk2M, an innovative cloud-based remote access service.

This article discuss on different types of cooling methods used in power supplies. PULS’s standard power supplies are convection cooled.

Nucleus SafetyCert RTOS meets IEC 61058 SIL 3, IEC 62304 Class C or RTCA DO-178C Level A safety standards.

J Series enclosures meet IEC60529 standard.

ERP version 10 achieved certification by Technology Evaluation Centers.

The deal will see Olin shell out cash of $2 billion and up to $2.2 billion in stock. The company will also assume other liabilities such as pension of $800 million.

Selecting the right Ethernet cable can make the difference between success and failure of any network communications infrastructure and its systems.

By Bill Lydon, Editor The Daikin Industries Intelligent Equipment platform translates the IoT buzzwords into a real-world IoT application. The platform provides predictive and preventative maintenance HVAC information that helps facility managers maintain equipment before it loses efficiency or impacts occupant comfort.

Wind energy is a relatively mature method of generating renewable energy. It has garnered significant share in the global renewable energy market due to its relatively mature technology and low cost of generation vis-a-vis other renewable energy sources. The wind industry’s rapid development in the past few years indicates its significant potential to create jobs, spur economic activity and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Major social networks enable you to build online communities with ease. But what's the best solution for your automation or industrial controls community?

sensorFact Services provides data acquisition, monitoring, and analysis for the Internet of Things (IoT).

Videos show simple steps for installing machine tool apps on Okuma CNC controls to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency.

Talks will focus on the negotiations for the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) with the United States, which has been named the Partner Country for HANNOVER MESSE 2016.

Less Risk, More Performance: Best calibration practices conference will be held Thursday, 24 September 2015 in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina

KPAQ’s CPM system has been integrated to their existing ERP system, various production systems and accounting systems.

The lab, located in Duluth, Ga., includes a model of a complete process control network that Honeywell cyber security experts will leverage for research, training, and to develop, test and certify industrial cyber security solutions.

SCN6 series actuators are compact yet powerful integrated mechatronic cylinders that feature a motor, encoder, drive and actuator in one integral package.

New process plant construction or upgrade projects launched using in-house resources often end up calling in outside professionals to help.

Q-DAS software company specializes in Statistical Process Control (SPC) solutions for industrial manufacturing.

Video features a step-by-step walkthrough of how to remove the electronics module of the IPX2 using a 3mm Allen wrench and a small Phillips head screwdriver.

In hall 15, booth D07 Festo Didactic presents the CP Factory with the newly developed CPS Gate for production lines

The Sixth Edition is available in print, digital and app formats

In Hall 9, Booth D35 Siemens is presenting the benefits of the multi-carrier-system in the Digitalization Forum at its trade fair booth using an actual machine from Optima.

There are many things a business can do to manage its cybersecurity. Improving the reliability & uptime of systems delivers a high return on investment.

Emotor Rewind Pilot Program promotes energy efficient rewinds for small to large companies in the industrial/manufacturing sector.

AGT uses Keyence LK-G Series laser sensors to provide continuous, high speed, accurate and reliable thickness measurements.

Subsea Manifolds Market (By Application - Production, and Injection) - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2014 - 2020

New legislation covering the export of high frequency (HF) drives could result in hefty penalties, including potential prison sentences, for machine builders and system integrators

The installation of ST50 Flow Meters in large facilities with multiple air compressors allows the operators to compare compressor usage and adjust them for optimum efficiencies.

Which documents should be fully developed before a control software program can be developed?

Nominees include ABB, ContiTech, Kraftwerke, SCHUNK and Wittenstein.

Using sensors made from low-cost optical fiber, with almost no limit to the number of sensor designs available results in a cost-effective and versatile testing platform.

Narrow Profile power supply series is now certified to UL Safety Standards UL 60950 and UL 508.

The installed base of drives in 2014 saved the earth the equivalent of the energy consumed by 110 million households.

The BIG-EU is the European trade association for the application of the global BACnet standard ISO 16484-5.

Beamline is used in laboratory and industrial experiments, including nanotomography, laminography, and systems with nanoscopic spatial resolution.

AVEVA Activity Visualisation Platform will be used to improve operational training on Total’s Martin Linge topside platform in the North Sea

China leads the global linear and torque motors market, due to continuing growth in the electronics, electronic assembly, semiconductor, machine tools and flat-panel display industries.

By Patrick Supanich, Contributor As an end user, you must rely more and more on outside engineering services for your automation needs. Choosing a services partner can be a high-risk decision for your company and, frankly, your career. Not all CSIs are created equal. So how do you pick one?

Three new offices opened in early 2015 in Ft. Worth, Houston, and San Antonio.

Innovations like predictive analytics, 3D printing and wearable technologies are changing the supply chain landscape as workforce shortage intensifies.

At the main stand in Hall 15, Stand D07, Festo will be showing its Multi-Carrier System, a freely configurable transportation system solution, and the OPAK research project, which is concerned with efficient engineering processes.

By Andy Chang, NI The Factory of the Future is a research and technology initiative aimed to push emerging technologies to improve the competitiveness of manufacturing processes by leveraging cyber-physical systems and big data analytics to enable a smarter, operator-centric production.

At this year’s Hannover Messe, in booth D05 in hall 8, Wibu-Systems will show how manufacturers can protect their embedded software from tampering.

Okuma hosted high school students from York, South Carolina on Friday, March 13 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Yaskawa started in 1915 as a producer of coal mining equipment by Daigoro Yasukawa, known today as the founder.

Heterogeneous mobile processing and computing market can be segmented on the basis of component, technology node and applications. Heterogeneous mobile processing and computing uses hardware and software component. Hardware components include processor, digital signal processor, graphical processing unit (GPU) and connectivity devices such as USB cable and Bluetooth among others.

The annual automation industry salary survey from ISA.

Report examines the use of virtualization technology in industrial automation and control system (IACS) environments.

The White House officially confirmed on March 23, 2015 that the United States has been designated the official Partner Country of HANNOVER MESSE 2016. HANNOVER MESSE will run April 25 to 29 in 2016

Rivera brings decades of global experience in the automation industry to his new role at CSIA, having worked in six countries, primarily in regional or global roles.