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Developing a Skills Matrix for Control and Automation Educational Programs

Developing a Skills Matrix for Control and Automation Educational Programs

Learn about one industry professional’s current efforts to develop educational programs for control and automation at the university level.


News Oct 10, 2020 by Maddie Bradshaw
AVEVA and Schneider Electric Further Develop AVEVA’s Unified Supply Chain Platform

AVEVA and Schneider Electric Further Develop AVEVA’s Unified Supply Chain Platform

AVEVA released an enhanced version of its AVEVA Unified Supply Chain platform to provide supply chain visibility for the oil and gas industry.


News Oct 09, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Common Sequencer Functions: SQO, SQI/SQL, SQC

Common Sequencer Functions: SQO, SQI/SQL, SQC

Sequencer functions are used to perform a specific output pattern that needs continuous repeating. When there are more than three steps in a process, it is generally better to use a sequencer function rather than simple routines.


How Object Detection Works in Machine Vision Applications

How Object Detection Works in Machine Vision Applications

The following will introduce how machine vision and object recognition works and how developers are working on making it easier to integrate for more extensive market adoption. 


ABB Dynamic Assembly Pack: The Missing Piece in Automotive Assembly Applications

ABB Dynamic Assembly Pack: The Missing Piece in Automotive Assembly Applications

ABB's Dynamic Assembly Pack for Final Trim and Assembly combines real-time cameras with integrated force control sensors to allow robots to track positions more precisely.


News Sep 10, 2020 by Sara McCaslin
The Evolution of Autonomous Mobile Robots

The Evolution of Autonomous Mobile Robots

What are autonomous mobile robots and how did they come to be a crucial part of the industrial manufacturing industry?


How to Successfully Perform Root Cause Analysis

How to Successfully Perform Root Cause Analysis

This article discusses the direct and indirect causes of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and some effective solutions one can use to properly define RCA.


Root Cause Analysis in Manufacturing: How Does it Work?

Root Cause Analysis in Manufacturing: How Does it Work?

Root cause analysis (RCA) is a method used to identify the root of specific problems. Below are the steps necessary to complete RCA.


America Makes Launches New Challenge for Additive Manufacturing Industry

America Makes Launches New Challenge for Additive Manufacturing Industry

America Makes, Air Force Research Laboratory, and GE launch Open-source Additive Scanning Implementation Strategy Challenge to solve additive manufacturing issues.


News Aug 31, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Different Techniques for Condition Monitoring

Different Techniques for Condition Monitoring

Condition monitoring focuses on the physical parameters like temperature and vibration, rather than the product parameters.


NIST Finds Patterns in Cyber Security Behavior Related to Industrial Manufacturing

NIST Finds Patterns in Cyber Security Behavior Related to Industrial Manufacturing

The latest report from NIST and other government organizations found that tracking behavior may be a new way to track potential security threats.


Alternative PLC Programming Languages

Alternative PLC Programming Languages

For most systems, there are various languages meant for specific purposes, including Function Block, Sequential Charts, and Structured Text.


An Industry First: Omron Releases World’s First Robotic Integrated Controller

An Industry First: Omron Releases World’s First Robotic Integrated Controller

OMRON’s Robotic Integrated Controller includes the NJ501-R machine controller and extends what can be done in virtual and remote environments.


News Aug 22, 2020 by Sara McCaslin
Where Can I Go to Learn Industrial Robot Programing?

Where Can I Go to Learn Industrial Robot Programing?

With technology becoming more connected and smarter, understanding robotic programming is becoming even more of a valuable skill. Are you keeping up?


Radiflow Releases First Ever Risk Analysis Platform Based on ISA/IEC Standards

Radiflow Releases First Ever Risk Analysis Platform Based on ISA/IEC Standards

Cybersecurity solutions company, Radiflow, released the company’s first risk analysis platform based on the ISA/IEC 62443 framework.


Mercedes Launches New Digital Manufacturing EcoSystem to Optimize Automotive Production

Mercedes Launches New Digital Manufacturing EcoSystem to Optimize Automotive Production

Mercedes-Benz pushes for digital automotive production of its vehicles with the Mercedes Car Operations 360 ecosystem.


News Aug 13, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Reader Question: Are You a Mechanical Engineer Who Needs to Learn Robotic Programming Skills?

Reader Question: Are You a Mechanical Engineer Who Needs to Learn Robotic Programming Skills?

How can new software and learning resources help you to become more proficient in programming robots?


News Aug 11, 2020 by Jeff Kerns
What is Model Predictive Control (MPC)?

What is Model Predictive Control (MPC)?

This article discusses the applications and uses of model predictive control.


Ansys Launches Simulation-Driven Design Tool for Next-Generation Capabilities

Ansys Launches Simulation-Driven Design Tool for Next-Generation Capabilities

Ansys, a 3D design and simulation developer has launched a new instant simulation study tool to help accelerate design iterations.


News Aug 09, 2020 by Ben Stepanian
Gecko Robotics Partners with Fictiv to Optimize Development in Robotic Inspections

Gecko Robotics Partners with Fictiv to Optimize Development in Robotic Inspections

Gecko Robotics dives into a partnership with Fictiv to ensure the reliable and fast fabrication of parts using its platform technology.


News Aug 07, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida