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The Importance of Context in Data Collection
By George Walker, Novotek UK and Ireland It’s no secret that data collection is important for generating valuable insight that helps plant managers improve efficiency in industrial systems. However, what seems unknown to many in the industry is the importance of understanding the context of the data being analysed. -
YXLON announces Thomas Wenzel as General Manager
On December 1, 2018, Thomas Wenzel will take over the management of the IXS division from Matthias Barz, who has led it since July 2018 as interim manager and who will continue to assist with the initiated measures until their completion -
Industrial Internet Consortium announces results for Smart Manufacturing Connectivity for Brown-field Sensors Testbed
IIC-member participants TE Connectivity and SAP SE, with supporting participants OPC Foundation and ifm, developed a solution that enables operators of decades old manufacturing facilities (brown-fields) to connect sensors to an IT system using existing infrastructure without affecting real-time operations. -
How Programming Standards Improve Automation and Controls
IEC 61131-3 software standards improve the quality of applications and the efficiency of building applications. Structured modular software improves the reuse of applications. -
AutoQuiz: What Are the Advantages of Cascade Control?
Cascade control does very little to improve upon control loops that were previously stable. Examples are liquid level and gas pressure control loops.


