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Data transmission rates are auto-negotiated in modern protocols, but for older serial connections, both devices must…

Data transmission rates are auto-negotiated in modern protocols, but for older serial connections, both devices must agree on what baud rate to use to ensure reliable communications.

Dive into why protocols are essential in industrial remote monitoring along with the most common types of open protocols…

Dive into why protocols are essential in industrial remote monitoring along with the most common types of open protocols seen in facilities.

This article in our continuing series about remote monitoring covers equipment and devices necessary to establish a…

This article in our continuing series about remote monitoring covers equipment and devices necessary to establish a remote monitoring mechanism.

Stewart Connector, a Bel Group company, has added a punch-down modular RJ45 plug for Category 5e and Category 6 network…

Stewart Connector, a Bel Group company, has added a punch-down modular RJ45 plug for Category 5e and Category 6 network connections. 

SICK released their first incremental encoder with an IP69K rating and ingress protection.

SICK released their first incremental encoder with an IP69K rating and ingress protection.

Learn about how the ground compares and contrasts with the neutral wire and why this wiring is important for safety in…

Learn about how the ground compares and contrasts with the neutral wire and why this wiring is important for safety in control cabinets and other wiring needs in an industrial facility.

This article discusses common implementations of UPS in control systems and important design considerations.

This article discusses common implementations of UPS in control systems and important design considerations.

This article discusses some of the encoder types, signal types, and wiring needed for synchronous serial interface (SSI) protocol.

This article discusses some of the encoder types, signal types, and wiring needed for synchronous serial interface (SSI) protocol.

Start learning about robotic arm solution, kinematic chain and motion planning, in this first technical installment.

Start learning about robotic arm solution, kinematic chain and motion planning, in this first technical installment.

Learn about the importance of wiring in 3-phase systems and how to complete this wiring in various industrial scenarios…

Learn about the importance of wiring in 3-phase systems and how to complete this wiring in various industrial scenarios and control cabinets.

This article dives into the characteristics and uses of CAN bus, a control system standard that appears in various…

This article dives into the characteristics and uses of CAN bus, a control system standard that appears in various industries with specific applications.

Recently, Transtector, an Infinite Electronics brand, announced their latest Ethernet switches for industrial applications.

Recently, Transtector, an Infinite Electronics brand, announced their latest Ethernet switches for industrial applications.

SMC Corporation introduces a new CG1 Series Air Cylinder, EX600-W Wireless Compact Remote Unit, and updated MSQ series…

SMC Corporation introduces a new CG1 Series Air Cylinder, EX600-W Wireless Compact Remote Unit, and updated MSQ series rotary tables.

Antaira has released two new Power Over Ethernet (PoE) switches for rugged, industrial environments.

Antaira has released two new Power Over Ethernet (PoE) switches for rugged, industrial environments.

Of all types of three-phase motors, the twelve-wire motor provides the most options for connecting based on voltage and…

Of all types of three-phase motors, the twelve-wire motor provides the most options for connecting based on voltage and system configuration (wye or delta). Learn the details and wiring options of these versatile motors.

Alpha Wire, known for their cable solutions, is adding a new product to their Xtra-Guard line designed for applications…

Alpha Wire, known for their cable solutions, is adding a new product to their Xtra-Guard line designed for applications involving continuous flexing.

Three-phase motors with three or six wires have limited options for wiring, but are easier to use and have important…

Three-phase motors with three or six wires have limited options for wiring, but are easier to use and have important roles to play. Learn the difference between three- and six-wire three-phase motors for low and high voltage applications.

In this article, learn the differences between single- and three-phase motors, including how each one works and…

In this article, learn the differences between single- and three-phase motors, including how each one works and applications best suited for each type.

To increase the flexibility of a motor control system, a variable frequency drive (VFD) is a common device that solves…

To increase the flexibility of a motor control system, a variable frequency drive (VFD) is a common device that solves many motor control problems. In this article, learn how to control manual input of VFDs.