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A History of Industrial Revolutions and How They’ve Impacted Manufacturing

A History of Industrial Revolutions and How They’ve Impacted Manufacturing

Each industrial revolution has had an impact on factories. Are we going through a fourth revolution?


Learning About Algorithms One Step at a Time

Learning About Algorithms One Step at a Time

Algorithms can involve complicated programming. However, they didn’t start out that way. This article dives into basic algorithms like sorting and image generation.


What’s New in Predictive and Preventive Maintenance Technology?

What’s New in Predictive and Preventive Maintenance Technology?

Learn about the latest predictive and preventive maintenance technology from companies like igus, Banner Engineering, and GE.


News Aug 03, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
The Three Levels of a Factory Network

The Three Levels of a Factory Network

What makes a factory network? There are three levels: device, control, and enterprise. What does each level consist of, and how is it used in a factory network?


Finding and Calibrating Linear Regression in LabVIEW

Finding and Calibrating Linear Regression in LabVIEW

Analog signals like temperature create linear data. Let’s take a look at how to find the best-fit line, use the R^2 value, and calibrate the data in LabVIEW.


Honeywell Utilizes Qualcomm’s IoT Solutions to Design Mobile Computer for Warehouse Automation

Honeywell Utilizes Qualcomm’s IoT Solutions to Design Mobile Computer for Warehouse Automation

Can handheld edge computers help minimize downtime in warehouse automation?


News Jul 30, 2021 by Sara McCaslin
Dark Manufacturing and Its Relationship With IIoT

Dark Manufacturing and Its Relationship With IIoT

Dark manufacturing, also referred to as lights-out manufacturing, is a manufacturing philosophy without human intervention in the complete manufacturing process.


Claroty’s New Research Arm Publishes Report on ICS Cloud Vulnerabilities

Claroty’s New Research Arm Publishes Report on ICS Cloud Vulnerabilities

Industrial cybersecurity firm Claroty has launched a new research arm named Team82.


Wired vs. Wireless Industrial Networks

Wired vs. Wireless Industrial Networks

Are wired networks really more secure than wireless? Let’s dive into some differences between these two industrial network types.


Vention and SICK Partner to Bring Smarter Robot Guidance to the Factory Floor

Vention and SICK Partner to Bring Smarter Robot Guidance to the Factory Floor

The two companies will combine their expertise to speed up designing and deploying custom-built vision solutions for robot guidance systems that operate in industrial facilities.


News Jul 29, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
HVAC Engineering in AutoCAD and Revit

HVAC Engineering in AutoCAD and Revit

Trying to design industrial HVAC systems in AutoCAD? In this article, we explore AutoDesk’s flagship softwares AutoCAD and Revit, and their role in the HVAC designing industry.


New Servo Motors Designed to Withstand Severe Temperature Ranges

New Servo Motors Designed to Withstand Severe Temperature Ranges

Teknic’s entire range of motors is now certified to operate at extremely low and high temperatures.


News Jul 28, 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.


Sandvik Finalizes Two Major Acquisitions to Further Develop Automation Technology

Sandvik Finalizes Two Major Acquisitions to Further Develop Automation Technology

Precision automation manufacturer Sandvik recently signed two separate agreements to acquire DWFritz Automation and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software company Cambrio.


Universal Robots Tours U.S. With Latest Machine Vision and Cobot Technology

Universal Robots Tours U.S. With Latest Machine Vision and Cobot Technology

Universal Robots is on the road, showing off their ActiNav cobot system in industrial facilities around the U.S.


News Jul 26, 2021 by Seth Price
Beijer Electronics’ Latest HMI Software Includes SCADA and OPC UA Support

Beijer Electronics’ Latest HMI Software Includes SCADA and OPC UA Support

Beijer Electronics’ HMI software lets users interface with multiple HMIs, connect with various PLCs, and now utilize VNC and OPC UA communications.


News Jul 26, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
Emerson Expands Its Plantweb Solution to Include Data Management

Emerson Expands Its Plantweb Solution to Include Data Management

Manufacturing giant Emerson has recently released a new enterprise-level data management software solution.


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.


Industry Leaders Aim to Automate Labor Intensive Tasks with New Robotic Components

Industry Leaders Aim to Automate Labor Intensive Tasks with New Robotic Components

Robotiq is one of the latest robotics companies to release a component to eliminate labor intensive tasks. Their latest screwdriving solution is one of many that engineers can utilize on the factory floor.


News Jul 23, 2021 by Damond Goodwin
HMI Troubleshooting and Maintenance

HMI Troubleshooting and Maintenance

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