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How to Design and Deploy a Web-Based HMI Project - Part 2

How to Design and Deploy a Web-Based HMI Project - Part 2

The middle layer, or API layer of a custom-built HMI project involves a server that can submit or receive data to and from a device, either to provide the user interface or interact with the machine.


Visualize This: Rockwell Introduces New OptixPanel HMI for Process Optimization

Visualize This: Rockwell Introduces New OptixPanel HMI for Process Optimization

Rockwell Automation introduces a new line of more modern, flexible, and customizable human-machine interface (HMI) solutions for machine builders: the new OptixPanel graphic terminals.


News Aug 03, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida
Temposonics Develops New Rod Sensor for Extreme Environments

Temposonics Develops New Rod Sensor for Extreme Environments

Sensors give IIoT the vital information it needs to better enhance plant connectivity, Tempsonics’ new R-SERIES V RM5 sensor expands sensing capabilities to even the most harsh environments.


News Jul 30, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
ADLINK Releases SuperCAT Series for Enhanced Automation Motion Control

ADLINK Releases SuperCAT Series for Enhanced Automation Motion Control

ADLINK brings its customers a software-defined EtherCAT motion controller, the SuperCAT series, for the optimization of multi-axis motion control for industrial automation processes.


News Jul 26, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida
Examples of Analog Signals in Control Systems

Examples of Analog Signals in Control Systems

Many articles address the wiring and implementation of analog control signals, but where are they used, and what might make them a better (or perhaps worse) decision than digital input/output devices?


Banner’s New Current Sensor Converter For Digital Current Signals

Banner’s New Current Sensor Converter For Digital Current Signals

The use of signal converters, like Banner Engineering’s new current sensors with Snap Signal, can help manufacturers further connect their factories and monitor current to prevent future breakdowns.


News Jul 20, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
Virtual LAN for IT/OT Nodes in Industrial Control Systems

Virtual LAN for IT/OT Nodes in Industrial Control Systems

Virtual networks can connect or isolate various local control networks through configuration of a managed switch. Why would we use VLANs, and how can you segment a network switch to create a VLAN?


Eaton and FMX Join Forces to Create Smart Predictive Industrial Maintenance Software

Eaton and FMX Join Forces to Create Smart Predictive Industrial Maintenance Software

Eaton and FMX collaborate to create a predictive maintenance software specifically designed to work with electrical components and systems, providing greater savings on maintenance and reduced downtime.


News Jul 06, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
Beckhoff Releases a New Ethernet-APL Module for Advanced Communication

Beckhoff Releases a New Ethernet-APL Module for Advanced Communication

Beckhoff has introduced a new Ethernet-APL module allowing process automation engineers to acquire data faster and at further distances with greater protection against hazardous environments.


News Jul 03, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Tooling U-SME and CESMII Bridge Skills Gap with Smart Workforce Development

Tooling U-SME and CESMII Bridge Skills Gap with Smart Workforce Development

SME and CESMII set out to develop the future manufacturing workforce with comprehensive education and training focused on ‘smart’ technology, including data, business, and cybersecurity practices.


News Jun 28, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida
Emerging Technologies for Industry 4.0: Data Processing and Management

Emerging Technologies for Industry 4.0: Data Processing and Management

Using artificial intelligence, drone technology, control loop optimization, operational technology data corroboration, and management software to achieve Industry 4.0 operations.


News Jun 27, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida
Managing Networks | Why Do I Need an Industrial Grade Switch?

Managing Networks | Why Do I Need an Industrial Grade Switch?

I could run down to the local box store or internet marketplace and buy a 5-port switch for less than 20 dollars, or invest in an industrial switch for hundreds. Why would I choose the industrial switch?


The Simplicity of Plug-And-Play: Leveraging Machine Learning Using BrickML

The Simplicity of Plug-And-Play: Leveraging Machine Learning Using BrickML

RELOC and Edge Impulse introduce the world to the tiny BrickML that is capable of machine learning at the edge of production to save downtime costs and enhance machine reliability.


News Jun 26, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
NVIDIA Aims to Enhance Manufacturing Automation With AI, Cloud, and Digitization

NVIDIA Aims to Enhance Manufacturing Automation With AI, Cloud, and Digitization

AI-driven technology has recently experienced a huge influx of new users and technological advancements. NVIDIA has added new digital infrastructure to help end users realize some of its benefits.


News Jun 16, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
What’s New? SICK Adds Sensor and Encoder Products to Catalog

What’s New? SICK Adds Sensor and Encoder Products to Catalog

SICK has released a new time-of-flight (TOF) safety vision sensor and a new contactless linear encoder to the product catalog, intended to impact new automation systems in mobile and linear motion designs.


News Jun 15, 2023 by Seth Price
Ignition SCADA Software: What are Tags and How are They Used?

Ignition SCADA Software: What are Tags and How are They Used?

An introduction to the various tag types used within one of the leading supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) software powering IIoT, HMI, and I4.0 applications: Ignition by Inductive Automation.


Temperature Profiling: The Process and The Underlying Benefits

Temperature Profiling: The Process and The Underlying Benefits

Temperature profiling is an effective tool to monitor thermal properties in process equipment. This article defines temperature profiling, discusses the process components, and describes the various benefits it offers.


Expanding I/O in the Field: Banner Engineering New Discrete Modbus Hub

Expanding I/O in the Field: Banner Engineering New Discrete Modbus Hub

Recently, Banner released a new lineup of eight-port discrete converters, allowing input of up to 16 different digital I/O devices and assigning them to pre-defined Modbus registers for ease of integration.


News Jun 13, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Cognex Advantage 182 Vision System Aims to Automate Life Science Industries

Cognex Advantage 182 Vision System Aims to Automate Life Science Industries

Cognex has released their AI-enhanced Advantage 182 Vision System which is expected to improve quality control and automation speed, specialized for application in the life sciences industries.


News Jun 12, 2023 by Seth Price
New Mitsubishi Electric Compact PLC: More I/O Power in a Smaller Size

New Mitsubishi Electric Compact PLC: More I/O Power in a Smaller Size

Mitsubishi Electric Automation expands the iQ-F series of compact PLCs with the powerful and affordable FX5S that uses familiar programming software while increasing the range of I/O and communication.


News Jun 11, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich