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Primer: Electromagnetic Flowmeters Simple to Operate, High Accuracy
Electromagnetic flowmeters, aka magmeters, have become one of the most common flow metering technologies over the past 50 years. -
AutoQuiz: How to Detect a Fault in a Safety System
A proof test on a system may reveal faults that would otherwise not be mentioned by internal diagnostic measures and is therefore correct. -
Zero Unplanned Downtime – A Dream or Reality?
By Leroy Spence, EU Automation Predictive analytics is not quite magic, but it could make a world of difference for companies who want to improve efficiency. This article discusses how manufacturers can use predictive analytics to manage assets and minimise downtime. -
Citelum and Paradox Engineering work to make Siracusa, Italy a 'Smart City'
Citelum’s project was designed to achieve four main targets: energy efficiency, city beautification, remote control and management of lighting points, data transmission systems. -
Renishaw helps Rapid Advanced Manufacturing open New Zealand facility
RAM has been collaborating with global engineering technologies company Renishaw and, as a result, is using several AM250 metal additive manufacturing systems in its Tauranga facility. -
ISA announces publication of Detecting Leaks in Pipelines book
The book explores the complex requirements for effective leak detection of petroleum pipelines and improved pipeline safety. -
International Federation of Robotics: Reject Bill Gates' idea to tax robots
The IFR strongly supports the idea of greater cooperation in robotics between the public and private sectors. They must adapt education and training systems for example, so that current and future workers can reap the benefits of robotics. Yet, it is important to avoid bureaucracy which does not deliver value. -
Webinar Recording: How Machine Learning is Advancing Predictive Maintenance in Manufacturing
Advances in artificial intelligence and machine learning have significantly accelerated the application of predictive maintenance on the plant floor. -
Scalable MES Can Increase Speed to Smart Manufacturing
By Greg Schmidt, Rockwell Automation Manufacturing execution systems (MES) can help companies better understand their operations and get more out of their workforce, equipment and materials. However, traditional MES is often an all-in, enterprise-wide investment. -
Aegis Software and ViTrox announce mutual machine programming interface
The machine programming interface between ViTrox Corporation’s automated X-Ray-inspection (AXI) machines and Aegis’ FactoryLogix software will give ViTrox the ability to support native CAD formats. -
Schneider Electric partners with ENGIE to digitize energy sector
The two will explore and deploy new digital solutions for operational efficiency of renewable assets (wind and solar PV), leveraging Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Historian and related application software powered by Schneider Electric’s Wonderware brand. -
ISA announces IACS Security Lifecycle Training Program w/ Cyber Trainers
The Cyber Trainers are designed and equipped with full-function industrial automation system hardware and software configured to perform like the IACS and networks in a real operating water plant or other critical infrastructure. -
JMA Wireless provides wireless connectivity for King Willem-Alexander Tunnel
VWT selected JMA Wireless’ compression connector technology to ensure connectivity in the tunnel system for four mobile operators (KPN, Vodafone, T-Mobile and Tele2) four bands (800, 900, 1800 and 2100 MHz), and six sectors. -
Closing the Loop on Manufacturing Error-proofing with MES
By Anthony Borges, PINpoint Information Systems Considering that quality and efficiency are the life blood of any manufacturing company, closing the loop on error-proofing is not only important but often ignored. -
Phoenix Contact announces winner of Nanoline Contest to kick off National Engineers Week
Forty-nine teams registered for this year’s competition at the regional level, and eight teams from Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Indiana qualified to compete in Saturday’s national contest. -
The New Era of Automation Architectures: What does it mean for users?
By Bill Lydon, Editor, Automation.com The application of revolutionary new concepts and technologies, including the Internet of Things (IoT), sensor advances, embedded controllers, and improving technology, are rapidly changing automation architectures. -
Rotork actuators deliver automated safety solution for Mauritius airport
The Profibus-enabled, ATEX-rated failsafe Rotork actuators have been installed in critical valve areas to prevent potential spillages by automatically closing-off the flow of fuel on receipt of an overfill alarm signal. -
GF Piping releases 200 page Valve Technical Handbook
The Valve Technical Handbook provides a resource for customers seeking detailed valve information. Over 20 manual valves and 22 actuated valves in a variety of styles are covered. -
Peratech introduces Jack Wei as VP of Global Operations
Wei will focus on China, Korea, Taiwan and Japan, as Peratech moves to mass production in 2017, following recent design wins. -
Automation Continues to Redefine What it Means to "Work"
By Rick Delgado, Freelance Automation Writer The trend in computer advancement supports the oft-cited prediction that machines will continue to replace human jobs. While new demand can’t be predicted with certainty, individuals can take advantage of new opportunities as they emerge alongside automation.



