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There are many distributed fieldbus capabilities for valve manifolds that can save on network overhead and wiring. In…

There are many distributed fieldbus capabilities for valve manifolds that can save on network overhead and wiring. In this article, we will look at PLC programming of fieldbus manifolds highlighting Festo's CPX layout.

Industry 4.0 impacts all parts of the value chain, including logistics, which makes smart logistics a key aspect of…

Industry 4.0 impacts all parts of the value chain, including logistics, which makes smart logistics a key aspect of digital transformation. In this article, learn about the smart logistics cycle and selecting the right components for the tools needed.

We will show you how to use the basic trigonometry functions to build ladder logic in a PLC, allowing for a clean,…

We will show you how to use the basic trigonometry functions to build ladder logic in a PLC, allowing for a clean, well-organized, and easy-to-use code that allows you and other users to troubleshoot your programs.

KUKA introduces its latest technology and software advancements at the Automate 2022 show, including robotic friction…

KUKA introduces its latest technology and software advancements at the Automate 2022 show, including robotic friction stir welding and 3D bin picking solutions.

Industrial robots are a valuable investment because of their speed and accuracy. However, failing to establish the tool…

Industrial robots are a valuable investment because of their speed and accuracy. However, failing to establish the tool center point (TCP) can decrease the accuracy, effectiveness, and ROI for a robot workcell.

FANUC, a world leader in robotics and CNCs, demoed its robotic models at this year's Automate show in Detroit, including…

FANUC, a world leader in robotics and CNCs, demoed its robotic models at this year's Automate show in Detroit, including its lineup of cobots, welding robots, heavy payload robots, and vision systems.

Electrical signal analysis has come to the forefront of predictive maintenance, helping to reduce downtime in industrial…

Electrical signal analysis has come to the forefront of predictive maintenance, helping to reduce downtime in industrial manufacturing by remotely identifying problems with electric motors and generators.

Communication protocols are a key component for an industry 4.0 compliant facility and are used to enable communication…

Communication protocols are a key component for an industry 4.0 compliant facility and are used to enable communication back and forth between cloud servers to transmit data or receive instructions.

We will show you how to use common math functions from two popular PLC programs—Rockwell Automation's Studio 5000 and…

We will show you how to use common math functions from two popular PLC programs—Rockwell Automation's Studio 5000 and Automation Direct Productivity Suite. 

Programmable Logic Control (PLC) systems are the core of most industrial control systems that drive modern manufacturing.…

Programmable Logic Control (PLC) systems are the core of most industrial control systems that drive modern manufacturing. In our Control.com video tutorials, we will share information, experience, and tips for working with PLCs—from the hardware, to the wiring, to the programming logic of inputs, outputs, and communication processes.

Robotiq aims to help small businesses enter the world of industrial robotics by offering their latest Machine Tending…

Robotiq aims to help small businesses enter the world of industrial robotics by offering their latest Machine Tending Solution to add to existing CNC machines, allowing for around-the-clock operation.

Software obsolescence poses a threat in industrial automation equal to hardware obsolescence and should not be…

Software obsolescence poses a threat in industrial automation equal to hardware obsolescence and should not be overlooked. Many PLC OEMs offer tools to migrate upgraded software projects to the newest controller revisions.

The HART protocol enables instruments to send analog and digital signals over the same physical wire. This provides…

The HART protocol enables instruments to send analog and digital signals over the same physical wire. This provides multiple advantages for remote configuration, increased accuracy, and more.

Control Automation Day 2022 is now in the rear-view mirror; thanks to our presenters and attendees for making the…

Control Automation Day 2022 is now in the rear-view mirror; thanks to our presenters and attendees for making the inaugural event a huge success!

Configuring analog signals into usable digital quantities is accomplished by scaling function inside the PLC, which,…

Configuring analog signals into usable digital quantities is accomplished by scaling function inside the PLC, which, along with analog signal wiring, is important to understand.

Welcome to Control Automation Day 2022—Control.com’s digital-only event for engineers! Here is your guide to…

Welcome to Control Automation Day 2022—Control.com’s digital-only event for engineers! Here is your guide to navigating the keynote addresses, live educational sessions, and exciting giveaways from your favorite manufacturers!

Counting up and down are commonly required functions in PLC lagger logic programs for tracking inventories, placement…

Counting up and down are commonly required functions in PLC lagger logic programs for tracking inventories, placement patterns, and gaining informational insights about machine performance statistics.

Designing an obsolescence mitigation plan to detect and solve mitigation risks before they occur is key to avoiding…

Designing an obsolescence mitigation plan to detect and solve mitigation risks before they occur is key to avoiding costly downtime and a potential catastrophe in control environments. 

Universal Robots and New Scale Robotics Automate Quality Control in Precision Optics Manufacturing

Universal Robots and New Scale Robotics Automate Quality Control in Precision Optics Manufacturing