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This article looks at a few of the more advanced motor control circuits for a three-phase motor.

This article looks at a few of the more advanced motor control circuits for a three-phase motor.

National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has created a council for the proper installation of industrial…

National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has created a council for the proper installation of industrial control panels.

Distributed control systems (DCS) evolved out of control systems for facilities, but their scope can be difficult to…

Distributed control systems (DCS) evolved out of control systems for facilities, but their scope can be difficult to fully understand. This article explores the role of a DCS and how it fits in with PLCs and PACs.

The following will examine how to reduce the wear on motors during startup and compare soft starters and variable…

The following will examine how to reduce the wear on motors during startup and compare soft starters and variable frequency drives (VFDs). 

This article will provide an overview of the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) IP (Ingress Protection)…

This article will provide an overview of the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) IP (Ingress Protection) ratings, IEC standard 60529, sometimes referred to as International Protection code.

Fixed measurement devices are no longer designed to interrupt the flow in a fluidic system. AW-Lake introduces a…

Fixed measurement devices are no longer designed to interrupt the flow in a fluidic system. AW-Lake introduces a portable ultrasonic flow meter for industrial applications.

This article discusses several different types of NEMA enclosure ratings and which one may be the right one for your…

This article discusses several different types of NEMA enclosure ratings and which one may be the right one for your specific applications.

What is the new laser welder machine from Emerson?

What is the new laser welder machine from Emerson?

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) released a document last week addressing how to clean and…

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) released a document last week addressing how to clean and disinfect electrical equipment to limit the spread of COVID-19.

Eaton introduces a single cabinet smart universal marshaling solution that enables more efficient use of control room…

Eaton introduces a single cabinet smart universal marshaling solution that enables more efficient use of control room space and saves on installation costs.

Should you connect a DC power supply to ground or not? The answer is not a straightforward yes or no. This article…

Should you connect a DC power supply to ground or not? The answer is not a straightforward yes or no. This article explores the benefits and drawbacks of grounding DC power supplies.

When it comes to electrical grounding, many strategies are employed to accomplish different tasks. One of the main…

When it comes to electrical grounding, many strategies are employed to accomplish different tasks. One of the main reasons for grounding equipment is for the safety of users and equipment while maintaining strict adherence to regulations.

Mimaki USA announced the further development of its 3D printing portfolio with the introduction of the 3DGD-1800…

Mimaki USA announced the further development of its 3D printing portfolio with the introduction of the 3DGD-1800 large-scale 3D printer. 

Why are explosion-proof devices important for industrial safety?

Why are explosion-proof devices important for industrial safety?

Recently, drive solution company, Nanotec, released the APBA60 series, a collection of cutting-edge brushless DC motors.

Recently, drive solution company, Nanotec, released the APBA60 series, a collection of cutting-edge brushless DC motors.

Industrial Automation Comapny, Opto 22, recently released cutting-edge industrial I/O and PLC controllers.

Industrial Automation Comapny, Opto 22, recently released cutting-edge industrial I/O and PLC controllers.

Balluff’s new range of ATEX sensors helps to detect when an atmosphere has the potential to be explosive.

Balluff’s new range of ATEX sensors helps to detect when an atmosphere has the potential to be explosive.

In this article, we take a look at how Rittal is keeping up with industry 4.0, and staying on top of the enclosure market.

In this article, we take a look at how Rittal is keeping up with industry 4.0, and staying on top of the enclosure market.

Networked remote I/O allows us to work with a machine center separately from the rest of the system, and drop the…

Networked remote I/O allows us to work with a machine center separately from the rest of the system, and drop the solution right in place.