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Types of Motor Starters and Application Considerations

Types of Motor Starters and Application Considerations

Motors drive all sorts of processes in a facility. Depending on the application, which motor starter is best suited for your needs?


Latest Connectors From Binder are Designed for Robotics and Factory Automation Tasks

Latest Connectors From Binder are Designed for Robotics and Factory Automation Tasks

Who is Binder, and how could their new line of connecters help engineers solve common problems on the factory floor?


News Nov 17, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
TE Connectivity Launches New Connector Designed to Work with Robots and UAVs

TE Connectivity Launches New Connector Designed to Work with Robots and UAVs

Born from the need for solderless electrical connections, TE Connectivity has developed a variety of connectors from antennas, sensors to cable assemblies, fiber optics, and wiring.


News Nov 03, 2021 by Gunner Scott
Amphenol RF Debuts Latest Connectivity Solutions Including IP‐rated Cable Assemblies with TNC and RP‐TNC Configurations

Amphenol RF Debuts Latest Connectivity Solutions Including IP‐rated Cable Assemblies with TNC and RP‐TNC Configurations

Who is Amphenol RF, and how could their latest connectivity solutions help engineers with cables and connectivity in tight spaces?


News Oct 29, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
Introduction to Conveyor Belt Systems

Introduction to Conveyor Belt Systems

Who created the first conveyor system, what are some common types of conveyor systems used in industrial automation, and what are the types of controls involved?


M2M Communication: Is Ethernet or Wireless Better?

M2M Communication: Is Ethernet or Wireless Better?

Efficient communication between machines is key in industrial automation. As both Ethernet and wireless network technologies improve, which one is poised to take the lead in the future?


What Is the Difference Between Profibus and Profinet?

What Is the Difference Between Profibus and Profinet?

An overview of the requirements, standards, applications, and main differences between Profinet and Profibus communication protocol, connectors, and evolution from its original technology.


Turck Expands Latest Line of Real-time Sensors to Measure Critical Industrial Processes

Turck Expands Latest Line of Real-time Sensors to Measure Critical Industrial Processes

How are temperature sensors essential for industrial control processes?


News Aug 27, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
The Evolution of Industrial Networking

The Evolution of Industrial Networking

Learn about the evolution of industrial-level communications networking, and current and future protocols.


IIoT Cyber Attack Vectors and Best Mitigating Practices

IIoT Cyber Attack Vectors and Best Mitigating Practices

IIoT infrastructure is more susceptible to cyber-attacks than legacy infrastructure due to its cloud-based nature; this article covers attack vectors and best mitigating practices.


HMI Troubleshooting and Maintenance

HMI Troubleshooting and Maintenance

In this article, we cover some of the most common HMI failures and troubleshooting methods.


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.


Integrating an HMI Into Existing Control Systems

Integrating an HMI Into Existing Control Systems

What are some considerations and challenges when integrating an HMI into an existing control system? Let’s dive into the benefits and challenges.


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.


Phoenix Contact Launches New Program and Switches to Promote Safety in Control Operations

Phoenix Contact Launches New Program and Switches to Promote Safety in Control Operations

Phoenix Contact introduced the clipx WIRE assist worker assistance system for wire preparation, and the new FL Switch 2600 and 2700 device versions with IP65/IP66/IP67 degrees of protection.


News Jun 21, 2021 by Nancy Chenyizhi Liu
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.


The Basics of a Resistance Temperature Detector (RTD)

The Basics of a Resistance Temperature Detector (RTD)

Learn how resistance temperature detectors (RTDs) work, how to calibrate one, advantages and disadvantages, and uses in industry.


Top Five Machine Safety Risks and Automated Solutions for the Shop Floor

Top Five Machine Safety Risks and Automated Solutions for the Shop Floor

Each machine on the factory floor comes with risk; learn common safety risks and corresponding automation solutions.


L-com Aims to Help Big Data Companies with Cable and Panel Solutions

L-com Aims to Help Big Data Companies with Cable and Panel Solutions

L-com releases a suite of connective devices to support companies utilizing 5G and big data applications.


News May 20, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida