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AT&T Awards Network Certification to Moxa UC-8100 Computer
UC-8100 is world's first industrial-grade wireless computer to earn both AT&T and Verizon 4G LTE certification -
Rethinking Panel-mounted Push Buttons & Signaling Devices
By Bill Lydon, Editor This year Siemens launched a new line of panel controls and indicators named the SIRIUS ACT. This product line overhaul was based on learning from customers, new design methods, leveraging new technology, and applying new manufacturing methods. -
Is There Enough Focus on Cybersecurity for Municipal Infrastructure?
Maximum cybersecurity protection is possible only when cybersecurity protection is embedded deeply into a municipal infrastructure from birth. -
Voice Coil Actuators vs. Solenoids: What is the difference?
By H2W Technologies The question of whether to use voice coil actuators or solenoids for small displacement motion control applications comes up often. This article explains the key differences between each product and why you might choose one over the other for your application. -
The age of Integrated Industry begins at HANNOVER MESSE 2016
The digitalization of factories and energy systems is the foremost topic at the world’s leading trade fair for industrial technology. -
Cornerstone Industries uses doppler flow meter to monitor slurry
The Greyline flow meters work with non-contacting, clamp-on ultrasonic sensors that do not require cutting the pipe and are not affected by the abrasive slurry. -
AS-Schneider moves into a new building in Dubai
The subsidiary of the Nordheim instrumentation specialist in Dubai has moved to a new, 500 square metre company building space for offices and warehouses, but also for in-house production. -
ODVA launches new website
The new site provides a framework for sharing the organization’s vision for the future of industrial automation as well as improving the user experience for professionals in the industrial automation sector. -
2016 SmartFactory Demonstrator to include ODVA’s Machine Data Model
ODVA’s machine data model is a result of ODVA’s initiative for the Optimization of Machine Integration (OMI) which was first announced in 2011 in cooperation with Sercos International and the OPC Foundation. -
ODVA elects leadership for ODVA’s 18th term
Elections were held in conjunction with ODVA’s 2015 Industry Conference & 17th Annual Meeting of Members, October 13-15, 2015 in Frisco, Texas. -
exida announces winners of their 2015 safety awards
Awards were presented in the following categories: Sensor (Fire & Gas), Sensor (Process), Final Element, Final Element (Interface), Logic Solver, and Cybersecurity. -
Schneider Electric achieves ISASecure SDLA certification
This first-of-its-kind Security Development Lifecycle Assurance (SDLA) conformance certificate applies to Schneider Electric’s Process Automation business product development centers in Foxboro, Mass., Worthing, U.K., and Hyderabad, India. -
Microscan to host 3-Day Advanced Machine Vision Training Course
The course will be held in Microscan’s Northeast Technology Center in Nashua, New Hampshire, from December 8-10, 2015 at 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM daily. -
AutoQuiz: What Ladder Logic Symbol Represents a Logically True Condition for a Discrete PLC Input?
When power is present at the addressed terminal the instruction becomes logically true. When power is not present at the address terminal the instruction becomes logically false. -
HIMA Benelux showcases solutions during Fluor Construction Week
On September, HIMA Benelux presented to Fluor in the Netherlands the benefits of HIMax systems and HIMA solutions for turbomachinery control and burner management. -
Did 'Back to the Future' Predict Today's Advances in Automation and Manufacturing?
Industrial automation & manufacturing has always been technology-driven. Many of the innovations developed by engineers have transferred to the plant floor. -
Honda honors Yaskawa Motoman with Supplier Award
Yaskawa Motoman received the Special Recognition award while other suppliers received awards for Outstanding Value, Performance Excellence and Supplier of the Year. -
HARTING announces Philip Harting as Chairman of the Board
After almost 50 years in the management of the HARTING Technology Group, Dietmar Harting (Dr.-Ing. E.h.) handed over the position of Chairman of the Board to his son Philip Harting on 1 October 2015. -
Global Market for Fiber Optic Sensors
Widening set of applications and benefits over conventional electronic sensors drives fiber optic sensors market. Global Forecast, Share, Size, Growth And Industry Analysis 2015 - 2023 -
Global Structured Cabling Market Report
Growing usage of Ethernet network to boost global structured cabling market. Report includes global industry analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and forecast 2015 - 2023 -
2015 Chem Show celebrates 100 Years in NYC, November 17-19, 2015
The 2015 Chem Show’s exhibits will echo the importance of everything from electronics and wastewater management to the latest practices in sustainability, while exemplifying that controls and automation have dramatically changed the face of the industry. -
Visual Workplace publishes guide to help companies assess their facility safety
The guide touches on personal protective equipment (PPE), facility safety instructions and machine/equipment/process protocols, showing how visual information is critical to making safer decisions in any workplace. -
DAkkS signs MOU with the ISA Security Compliance Institute
DAkkS agrees to provide accreditation for Germany-based ISCI ISASecure certification bodies. -
Stimulated by Solar Energy Projects, Relays Market to reach US$16.24 bn globally by 2021
Relays Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast 2015 - 2021 -
Global Perimeter Security Systems and Solutions Market: Rising Security Threats to Push Market Growth
Perimeter Security Systems and Solutions Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast 2014 - 2020 -
Automation Engineering Design Must Protect Against the Unexpected
Good engineering for automation projects requires thinking beyond the normal everyday conditions to design to protect against the unexpected. -
The Secrets to Successful Startups
By Patrick Supanich Equipment startups are like the "weeder classes” in college. Some people make it, some people don't. During the startup is where you establish your reputation as an engineer. The engineer who succeeds will come away with credibility; the ones that do not succeed will be asked to leave. -
RFID market to exceed $10 billion in 2015
A significant part of that growth is attributed to the growing implementation of passive UHF RFID tags. -
Moxa offers free MXview ToGo App
With the app, a user can receive real-time event alerts, monitor network/device status and configurations, and quickly identify field devices from an Android or Apple iOS device. -
Industrial Dispensing System and Equipment Market is Expected to Reach USD 20.57 billion in 2021
Global industrial dispensing system and equipment market was valued at USD 12.85 billion in 2014, growing at a CAGR of 7.0% from 2015 to 2021 to account for USD 20.57 billion in 2021. -
Global Camera Module Market to Reach US$43.06 bn by 2019
the global camera module market was valued at US$12.0 billion in 2012 and is expected to reach US$43.06 bn by 2019, growing at a CAGR of 19.7% between 2013 and 2019. -
AutoQuiz: What Ladder Logic Symbol is Used to Identify a Discrete Output?
Output terminal energize is defined as follows: Turns a bit on or off. Use OTE instruction in your ladder logic to turn a bit when rung condition is evaluated as true. -
Looking for a step-change increase in salaries
By Rick Zabel Like previous years, the average salary of automation professionals increased only a modest amount—about 1.9% over last year. This year, we decided to take a historical look at salaries over the last 11 years. Our analysis shows slower salary growth from 2010 to 2015 than from 2005 to 2010. -
Schaeffler builds Machine Tool 4.0 concept for its own plant
Schaeffler and machine tool manufacturer Deckel Maho Pfronten developed a “Machine Tool 4.0” concept that connects existing technology from sensors to Cloud computing, representing a genuine step towards true digitised production. -
ABB to boost power capacity and grid reliability in China
ABB to enable two new long-distance 800,000 volt UHVDC transmission links transporting 8,000 megawatts each -
Harting Offers VideoCall Expert Service
Harting now offers live support through their VideoCall service. -
Siemens offers Simatic Migration Services
Simatic Migration Services help companies migrate to the latest Simatic technologies. -
Endress+Hauser provides process training unit to West Virginia college
PTU is fully equipped through joint efforts of Endress+Hauser, Rockwell Automation and BridgeValley Community and Technical College. -
North America Power Banks Market Expected to Reach US$ 2,596.9 Mn in 2022
Over the forecast period from 2015 to 2022, industrial applications including healthcare, resource extraction, and foreign aid is expected to record higher growth rates, each expected to expand at a CAGR of approximately 19.3% -
Java Monitoring and Management
Check our new Java Monitoring and Management and learn more about how AggreGate Network Manager enables JVM monitoring and Java performance monitoring for application servers and applications via Java Management Extensions (JMX) technology. -
HMI Market to Expand due to Demand from Automotive and Manufacturing Sectors
The global human machine interface (HMI) market is expected to expand at a steady CAGR of 10.4% from 2013 to 2019 and reach a value of US$5,579.3 million. -
Okuma supplies GENOS M560-V CNC to Karlstadt Machining
The GENOS easily handles cutting large parts for the oil and steel industries Karlstadt Machining primarily serves. -
Emerson improves DeltaV and AMS cybersecurity
Versions 13 of DeltaV and AMS Suite make it easier to protect systems, networks and plants -
Emerson adds Intel Security solutions
Emerson is certifying supported releases of the DeltaV DCS and AMS Suite asset management to offer Intel Security’s Anti-Virus, Network Monitoring, and Application Whitelisting solutions. -
ISA is Enhancing its Capabilities to Deliver Timely, Relevant Content
ISA is dedicated to delivering timely, relevant content on important topics to meet the career enhancement & professional needs of the automation community. -
PI North America adds Barry Lynch to board of directors
Lynch is Global Marketing Director at GE’s Intelligent Platforms business. -
Emerson to automate Sasol petrochemical plant
Emerson will supply a DeltaV distributed control system, DeltaV SIS process safety system, and AMS Suite predictive maintenance software to automate the $8.9 billion complex in Lake Charles, La. -
Emerson simplifies commissioning to bring plants on stream faster
Smart Commissioning helps reduce automation commissioning time and effort. -
Emerson streamlines specification processing to reduce project risk
Project Data Link optimizes project schedules and minimizes rework introduced by human error -
Emerson launches Project Certainty
Emerson to help customers achieve Top Quartile project performance by eliminating cost, reducing complexity and accommodating change.