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Creating and Calling LabVIEW Sub-VIs

Creating and Calling LabVIEW Sub-VIs

When programming large virtual instruments (VIs) in LabVIEW, it may be useful to create and call a sub-VI to enhance readability and delegation.


IDEC Releases a Safety Commander for Industrial HMIs

IDEC Releases a Safety Commander for Industrial HMIs

IDEC’s Safety Commander holds industrial HMIs and includes safety features such as a switch and emergency stop button.


News Jul 12, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
Various Methods of Signal Conditioning Explained

Various Methods of Signal Conditioning Explained

Learn about the types of devices that use signal conditioning and how to properly use them depending on the needs of your specific application.


Introduction to Signal Conditioners

Introduction to Signal Conditioners

What is signal conditioning and how do you use a signal conditioner in your industrial application?


The Difference Between HMI and SCADA and How They Work Together

The Difference Between HMI and SCADA and How They Work Together

Learn the differences and similarities between human-machine interface (HMI) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) and how they work together.


Designing a LabVIEW Human Machine Interface (HMI) for Increased Safety and Readability

Designing a LabVIEW Human Machine Interface (HMI) for Increased Safety and Readability

LabVIEW Virtual Instruments (VIs) can simulate tools like multimeters, which are useful for measuring in control systems. Read this article to learn more about designing around possible safety and readability blockers.


The Difference Between Office Networks and Industrial Networks

The Difference Between Office Networks and Industrial Networks

Although there are many similarities, there are also vast differences between office networks and industrial networks. Find out what those differences are in this article.


Belden and Dynics Partner to Address Critical Cybersecurity Issues in Manufacturing

Belden and Dynics Partner to Address Critical Cybersecurity Issues in Manufacturing

Belden recently announced a partnership with Dynics to develop secure networking solutions for industrial automation.


News Jun 29, 2021 by Seth Price
Common Industrial Automation Standards and Guidelines

Common Industrial Automation Standards and Guidelines

Learn about industrial standards, such as functional safety or cybersecurity, that are set by organizations such as the ISO or ISA.


Element Analytics and Amazon Web Services Develop Tools to Manage Industrial Plant Data

Element Analytics and Amazon Web Services Develop Tools to Manage Industrial Plant Data

Element Analytics offers customers an API integration with Amazon Web Services AWS IoT SiteWise to help centralize and manage industrial plant data.


News Jun 22, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Common Certifications and Standards for Industrial Automation

Common Certifications and Standards for Industrial Automation

Learn about some of the most common industrial certifications and standards and how facilities can decide which standard to adopt based on their process.


The Difference Between 2 Wire RTDs, 3 Wire RTDs, and 4 Wire RTDs

The Difference Between 2 Wire RTDs, 3 Wire RTDs, and 4 Wire RTDs

We already discussed a few limitations of resistance temperature detectors (RTDs); this article will explore the difference between two-wire, three-wire, and four-wire RTDs.


Qualitative vs. Quantitative Risk Assessment

Qualitative vs. Quantitative Risk Assessment

Industrial risk assessments can be qualitative or quantitative; discover which RA best suits your facility’s needs and why.


What is Machine Guarding?

What is Machine Guarding?

During national safety month, let's dive into a safety feature required by OSHA: machine guards.


Siemens Brings Google Cloud’s AI-based Solutions Aboard its Industrial Edge Digital Enterprise

Siemens Brings Google Cloud’s AI-based Solutions Aboard its Industrial Edge Digital Enterprise

Siemens and Google Cloud joined forces in order to bring together a wealth of knowledge for the improvement of scalable AI deployment in manufacturing.


News May 27, 2021 by Damond Goodwin
Schneider Electric Adds Automatic Temperature Control and Expansion Capabilities to Its Data Center

Schneider Electric Adds Automatic Temperature Control and Expansion Capabilities to Its Data Center

The Micro Data Center C-Series offers smart battery backup, integrated vision security, automated temperature control, and remote monitoring to advance Edge computing.


News May 24, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
Acquired Data Solutions Aims to Bridge the Gap Between IT and OT with Latest Cyber Resilient Solutions

Acquired Data Solutions Aims to Bridge the Gap Between IT and OT with Latest Cyber Resilient Solutions

Control Automation recently connected with Steve Seiden, CEO of Acquired Data Solutions, to learn more about the company's latest solutions.


News May 19, 2021 by Maddie Bradshaw
Types of Enterprise Resource Planning in Manufacturing

Types of Enterprise Resource Planning in Manufacturing

Explore several common ERP systems on the market and how engineers work with them in manufacturing facilities.


Allen-Bradley Advances Networking Potential With Latest Ethernet Switches

Allen-Bradley Advances Networking Potential With Latest Ethernet Switches

Allen-Bradley releases its latest Ethernet switch products for industrial networks, the Stratix 5800.


News May 10, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
Emerson Introduces Knife Gate Valve Designed for Heavy Slurry Processes

Emerson Introduces Knife Gate Valve Designed for Heavy Slurry Processes

Emerson releases its latest Knife Gate Valve, the Clarkson KS1, to help improve the processes of slurry services.


News May 07, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida