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Process Manufacturers want to Reshore
A Maverick study says that 60 percent of respondents indicated that "U.S.-based support" on a 24/7 basis is an important part of maintaining process controls. Can't get that overseas. -
MEMS pressure sensor market is growing
After years of limited growth, the MEMS pressure sensor market is growing due to consumer electronic applications and is expected to show a 22% CAGR. -
Have you checked your wrinkles lately?
By Hugh Davies, Optical Metrology Services How high precision laser profile measurement tools and video inspection equipment are helping companies verify the quality of CRA-lined pipes by detecting the presence of wrinkles or buckling. -
Honeywell announces Training Program for Building Energy
Honeywell’s Energy and Environmental Optimization (EEO) program certifies contractors to assess and recommend energy savings for commercial buildings. -
Curtiss-Wright Acquires Exlar
Exlar is a designer and manufacturer of electric actuators used in motion control solutions in industrial and military markets. -
Emerson's wireless technology helps RWE maximize gas storage capacity
Installation of five Smart Wireless networks and more than 100 wireless measurement devices has increased visibility into the process, enabling the plant to improve control and run closer to its capacity. -
Webinar Recording: How to Protect Automated Systems in Harsh Industrial Environments
Improperly designed UPS in harsh working environments decreases operation continuity and increases the risk of expensive control system shutdowns. -
Wiley Uses Softing's PROFIBUS Tester to Reduce Commissioning Time
The PROFIBUS Tester identified potential, covert failure nuisances within the PROFIBUS network before DCS commissioning started, reducing the overall time needed for commissioning the DCS by about 25%. -
Aegis Software MES tracks Murrietta Circuits
Aegis’ software provides setup validation and traceability, Route Control and WIP Tracking, automating quality data collection and repair, and Interactive Paperless Documentation. -
Classic Automation Moves to Larger Facility
The new building in Webster, New York, is approximately 41,000 square feet. -
Valve Shipments to Grow 3% in 2013
Shipments for the U.S. industrial valve industry will grow to nearly $4.3 billion, according to figures released by the Valve Manufacturers Association (VMA). This exceeds the industry’s previous 10-year peak in 2008. -
ABB publishes services brochure for measurement products
Eight-page full-color brochure describes ABB's life cycle services for optimum performance of the company's measurement products. -
Intelligrated announces survey for distribution centers
Rate Your Operation survey analyzes a distribution center’s material handling processes, equipment and maintenance programs. -
Exlar publishes actuator Catalog
Catalog covers the company’s selection of electric linear and rotary actuators, performance capabilities, features, specifications and application suitability. -
Opportunities and Challenges for New Automation Engineers
There are many opportunities and some challenges for new engineers entering careers in industrial automation and manufacturing. A Q&A offers many insights. -
HART Communication Foundation appoints Ted Masters President
Masters will succeed Ron Helson, who has been the Foundation’s chief executive since 1993 and will retire from his position as Executive Director. -
West Control Solutions offers Free CALgrafix software
CALgrafix software enables a user to set up and monitor CAL temperature and process controllers in individual machines or complex automation systems. -
Why You Should Use the Best Automation Technology, Even if the Price Tag Is Higher
Do not go with cheaper instrumentation unless you are certain the impact on maintenance and process performance is (and will continue to be) negligible. -
A guide to selecting non-contact sensors
By Mark Howard, Zettlex Nowhere is the trend towards non-contact sensing more evident than in position measurement. With such a bewildering array of options, it can be difficult to select the most appropriate instrument for a specific application. -
EtherCAT in Mobile Applications meeting
On February 6th, 2013 the EtherCAT Technology Group held its kick - off event, “EtherCAT in Mobile Applications,” with 115 participants.



