©2026 Automation.com, a subsidiary of the International Society of Automation.
Articles and News
33,445 Results Found
-
Using Analog ASICs in Automation Applications
By Bob Frostholm, JVD Don't build a Frankenstein monster by using "cadaver" electronic parts. Regardless of where in the system analog ICs are found, integration into an ASIC almost always yields user benefits. Stop wasting money with off the shelf solutions. -
Ocean Optics introduces STS Developers Kit
The STS Developers Kit combines a STS spectrometer, a Raspberry Pi microcomputer, customizable software with Ethernet, and wireless capabilities in single package. -
Seegrid signs DMLogic as AGV Integrator
DMLogic is the preferred integration partner for Seegrid Supervisor network appliance installed on-site, which communicates with AGVs over WiFi. -
Unitronics PLC controls Brewery in New Hampshire
The PLC supports temperature measurement in three, 800 gallon fermenters, records batch data, and automates the circulation pump, transfer pump and 300,000 btu Boiler. -
Meeting Lean & Green Objectives with Materials Handling Process improvement
By Ed Romaine, Integrated Systems Design Materials handling process improvement directed at eliminating areas of waste and inefficiency can go a long way in helping manufacturers, warehouse and distribution operations meet lean and green initiatives while improving quality, service--and the bottom line. -
Honeywell to control European paper manufacturer
Sappi Austria Produktions in Gratkorn, Austria, will use Experion PMD, Safety Manager, Experion MX and the latest version of Process Historian Database (PHD) based on the Experion platform. -
Career Advice for Someone Beginning an Engineering Education
Engineering is a wonderful career if you have a technical mindset. Consider your engineering degree as a "hunting license." Much of your college coursework will not be relevant to the actual work you -
Applied Robotics Appoints Serfilippi President
John Serfilippi was appointed President and Interim Chief Executive Officer upon the retirement of Michael F. Quinn, effective August 1st, 2014. -
Profichip joins EtherCAT Technology Group
Profichip´s EtherCAT Master and Slave ASICs can be used in all devices in the factory network. -
Step change in boiler house control
Byworth Boilers in Keighley, UK, uses ABB’s Freelance DCS to control and monitor its boilers. The DCS replaces discrete stand-alone controllers for each loop, such as the maintenance of water level. -
HIMA opens office in Brazil
HIMA formed HIMA Segurança e Controle Crítico Ltda (HIMA Safety and Critical Control) and will open an office in Sao Paulo. -
A better way to measure torque
By Mark Ingham, Sensor Technology Measuring torque accurately, particularly in rotating shafts, can often be challenging, but new technology is providing a better solution. -
Is Industrial Automation evolving to IT?
By Bill Lydon, Editor Industry 4.0, Internet of Things (IoT), Industrial Internet, Industrial Internet Protocol (IP) all relate to the modernization and improvement of industrial automation. Is industrial automation evolving to become an integral part of enterprise computing, also referred to as IT? -
Real Time Simulation of Nonlinear Generalized Predictive Control for Wind Energy Conversion System
Real Time Simulation of Nonlinear Generalized Predictive Control for Wind Energy Conversion System -
Capstone Turbine to supply power generation system for landfill in Finland
The power generation system will operate on the gas from a landfill in Jyvaskyla, Finland. -
OPC Foundation appoints Ziad Kaakani to Board of Directors
Kaakani will replace David Eisner, who resigned his seat upon retiring from Honeywell. -
Demand for Test and Measurement Sensors Set to Increase
The market for sensors in test and measurement earned revenues of $1.10 billion in 2013 and is estimated to reach $1.53 billion in 2020. -
Adcole acquired by Artemis
Adcole designs and builds Cylindrical Coordinate Measuring Machines ("CCMM") used for the precision gauging of critical engine components such as camshafts, crankshafts, and pistons. -
Durex Industries opens office in Singapore
Durex Industries is a North American designer and manufacturer of heaters, temperature sensors, controls and process systems. -
Leddar Sensing Module Wins Gold
The Leddar sensor module has been named the gold winner for Best New Product of the Year — Enterprise category in Best in Biz Awards 2014 International,

