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AutoQuiz: How to Choose Best Method for Level Measurement
Radar does not depend on temperature or composition of a fluid as long as the beam is narrow and the dielectric constant of the fluid is greater than two. -
ABB announces business model change for EPC divisions
ABB announced actions across three divisions to complete the business model change for engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) as it ends its transition year 2017. -
HARTING earns acceptance into UL's Client Test Data Acceptance program
Under this program, HARTING is able to conduct testing in its own test laboratory, and submit the data to UL in order to streamline the process for UL certification. As a consequence, UL certification requirements are now integrated into HARTING’s product development process, as samples can be tested in-house. -
EtherCAT Technology Group adds TSN technologies to EtherCAT
With the help of Time Sensitive Networking (TSN), industrial controls can contact a number of different EtherCAT segments in real-time through Ethernet networks. In doing so, no changes to the EtherCAT slave devices are required -
How to Monitor and Control Quality in Process Manufacturing
Modern automation system components can be successfully applied through good design practices to produce consistent & quality products at reasonable costs. -
Phoenix Contact releases expanded voltage TRIO POWER range of power supplies
Two new models are designed for maritime navigation and radio communication systems. These bridge-and-deck power supplies feature DNV-GL shipbuilding approval and are optimized for EMI rejection. Phoenix Contact also offers a 12 V limited power TRIO POWER version that is NEC Class 2-certified. -
SAP Leonardo Enterprise Wide IT/OT Integration
By Bill Lydon, Editor, Automation.com Taking place from November 2-3 2017, the event put a spotlight on SAP’s IT/OT real-time transaction processing and integration of manufacturing controls and automation for their customers. -
Siemens to help U.S. military base in Germany enhance energy efficiency
Siemens and the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers signed a €7.9 million (~$9.4 million USD) contract to install, operate and maintain several energy conservation measures at the U.S. Army’s Installation Management Command (IMCOM) headquarters in Wiesbaden, Germany, 23 miles from Frankfurt. -
FieldComm Group announces version 1.1 of the FDI Technical Specifications and version 1.2.1 of the FDI Development Tools
The latest version provides additional cyber security measures to FDI by enabling time stamping on FDI Device Package signatures and sandbox environments for UIPs to run in. -
CLPA announces OPC UA companion specification for CSP+ for Machine technology
CSP+ for Machine is an extension of the CLPA’s existing “CSP+” (Control & Communication System Profile) that provides network configuration and maintenance by offering profiles that describe each device on a CC-Link IE or CC-Link network. -
Secure Configuration and Operation of OPC UA
The OPC Foundation published a set of practical guidelines for the secure configuration and use of OPC UA in industry. This brochure helps readers quickly understand what OPC UA security has to offer and how to best use it. -
Automation & Industrial Technology Talent Trends for 2018
By Robert Cohn, Direct Recruiters, Inc. What’s in store for 2018 when it comes to talent within Automation & Industrial Technology? Here are 8 talent trends that will help to shape the workforce in the New Year -
Bentley Institute Press releases Plain Language BIM print and eBook versions
Plain Language BIM is written for beginners and for those with experience with BIM strategies to ensure all professionals are thoroughly prepared to be part of industry efforts focused on advancing BIM. -
Why MQTT Is an Ideal Connectivity Protocol for the Industrial Internet of Things
MQTT appears to be a protocol with a good track record, good adoption, and unique suitability for industrial control systems and IIoT applications. -
ABB to provide digital automation systems for Indian cement grinding facility
ABB will be undertaking complete project implementation of supply, erection, testing and commissioning for the electrical distribution and ABB Ability 800xA automation system for Emami Cement’s greenfield cement grinding unit at its plant in Orissa, India. -
AutomationDirect partners with ASO to offer factory safety solutions
Safety mats and edges are used to protect people and machinery from harm. A full range of sizes and lengths of mats and edges are in stock for immediate shipment. -
2018 ARC Industry Forum to focus on benefits and challenges of digital transformation
The 22nd annual ARC Industry Forum in Orlando, Florida, Feb. 12-15, 2018, will focus on the new digitally-enabled technologies, approaches, and business processes that are disrupting the way industry, infrastructure, and municipalities around the world operate and serve their respective customers. -
A3 Report: North American automation market shattering records in 2017
The fastest growing categories in the first nine months of 2017 were Motion Controllers (24% to $147m), Sensors & Feedback Devices (20% to $116m), AC Drives (15% to $295m), Actuators & Mechanical Systems (13% to $479m), and Motors (11% to $1b). -
AutoQuiz: How to Measure Pressure in a Tank
Perform the calculation using dimensional analysis from conversion tables 33.9 ft water equals one atmosphere equals 14.696 lbf /in2 (psi). -
Siemens earns Society of Mechanical Engineers award for 3D-printed gas turbine blades
The Mechanical Engineering magazine Emerging Technology Awards is the first in the 137-year history of the Society that Mechanical Engineering magazine has singled out such future-focused technologies for recognition.