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ABB Releases New I/O Solution to Bridge Gap Between Brownfield and Greenfield Operations

ABB Releases New I/O Solution to Bridge Gap Between Brownfield and Greenfield Operations

ABB introduces the XIO solution to enable fast and efficient brownfield site expansion.


News Jul 28, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Integral Windup Method in PID Control

Integral Windup Method in PID Control

Integral or Reset Windup is a problem that can occur from these systems, and there are a few possible approaches to minimize the effects.


From Factory Floor to Operating Room: Control Technology Advances in Surgical Robotics

From Factory Floor to Operating Room: Control Technology Advances in Surgical Robotics

Manufacturers and suppliers of control components have continually developed technology for industrial use, and now these innovations are stretching beyond industrial environments. 


News Jul 27, 2020 by Leah Scully
An Overview of Automatic Guided Vehicles

An Overview of Automatic Guided Vehicles

What are Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and how are they becoming more widely used within industrial manufacturing?


KUKA Releases New Robot Controller: The KR C5

KUKA Releases New Robot Controller: The KR C5

KUKA releases the KR C5, combining smart software with future-proof software to allow users to get the most out of their robotic systems.


News Jul 25, 2020 by Sara McCaslin
An Overview of Integral Gain

An Overview of Integral Gain

This article discusses the meaning of integral gain and how to calculate integral gain to achieve better control results.


Schneider Electric, AVEVA, and DORIS Group Bring New Digital Twin Technology to Oil and Gas Markets

Schneider Electric, AVEVA, and DORIS Group Bring New Digital Twin Technology to Oil and Gas Markets

Schneider Electric, AVEVA, and the DORIS Group are partnering to aid companies on their digital transformation journeys by offering digital twin technology. 


News Jul 24, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
An Industry First: FLIR Releases New Sensor Module for Drone and Robotic Manufacturers

An Industry First: FLIR Releases New Sensor Module for Drone and Robotic Manufacturers

Thermal imaging leader FLIR released the Hadron, a SWaP+C sensor module that combines both thermal and visible capabilities in one low profile, compact package.


News Jul 24, 2020 by Sara McCaslin
Robotic Sensing Technology Reaches Far Beyond Industrial Automation

Robotic Sensing Technology Reaches Far Beyond Industrial Automation

As new developments in sensor technology for robots continue, engineers are finding new ways to integrate this in a variety of industries, including the medical sector.


News Jul 23, 2020 by Leah Scully
Rockwell Automation Releases New SIL 3 Safety Controller Line with Advanced Software Capabilities

Rockwell Automation Releases New SIL 3 Safety Controller Line with Advanced Software Capabilities

Rockwell Automation announced a new family of safety controllers last week, with key features to increase performance.


Nanotec Unveils New Compact Captive Linear Actuator With High Positioning Speed

Nanotec Unveils New Compact Captive Linear Actuator With High Positioning Speed

High-performance drive solutions company, Nanotec Electronic, revealed a new linear actuator with a 35 mm flange.


Utilizing Edge Computing and Cloud Computing in Industrial Automation

Utilizing Edge Computing and Cloud Computing in Industrial Automation

Edge computing and cloud computing both have their place in industrial automation and control systems. Learn about the uses and how far the two technologies have to go before they're universally adopted.


Acieta Launches New Robotic Machine Loading Cell to Increase Machine Utilization

Acieta Launches New Robotic Machine Loading Cell to Increase Machine Utilization

Acieta, a leading manufacturer of industrial robotic systems, has announced the launch of a new high-speed robotic machine loading cell, the FastLOAD DR2000.


News Jul 21, 2020 by Sara McCaslin
Siemens and SAP Combine Digital Innovation Efforts to Accelerate Industrial Transformation

Siemens and SAP Combine Digital Innovation Efforts to Accelerate Industrial Transformation

Siemens and SAP recently joined forces to create a complete system to aid in the acceleration of industrial transformation.


News Jul 21, 2020 by Damond Goodwin
How to Troubleshoot Encoders with an Oscilloscope

How to Troubleshoot Encoders with an Oscilloscope

In this article, learn the different errors that keep an encoder from working correctly and how to troubleshoot issues using an oscilloscope and other T&M tools.


Optomec Partners with Companies to Calculate ROI of Additive Manufacturing Tools for Gas Turbine Applications

Optomec Partners with Companies to Calculate ROI of Additive Manufacturing Tools for Gas Turbine Applications

The company just launched a new ROI tool to help engineers and companies decide which methods should be used during MRO’s.


News Jul 19, 2020 by Ben Stepanian
An Introduction to Commercial Robotic Control with ROS Industrial

An Introduction to Commercial Robotic Control with ROS Industrial

Learn about Robot Operating System Industrial (ROS-I) an open-source middleware framework for robotics used in industrial manufacturing.


Parker Hannifin Releases New Fully Programmable Parker Servo Drive (PSD)

Parker Hannifin Releases New Fully Programmable Parker Servo Drive (PSD)

Parker Hannifin expands its Parker Servo Drive family range with the addition of a fully programmable drive.


News Jul 17, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Eaton Vehicle Group Utilizing Industry 4.0 Technology to Help Remote Workers During Pandemic

Eaton Vehicle Group Utilizing Industry 4.0 Technology to Help Remote Workers During Pandemic

To help engineers operate remotely, Eaton Vehicle Group, a subsidiary of Eaton Corp, is deploying Industry 4.0 technologies including 3D holo systems, AR, and robotics.


News Jul 17, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
Soft vs. Direct On-line Motor Starting

Soft vs. Direct On-line Motor Starting

Get to know the hows and whys of choosing the proper start-up method of motors in different applications.