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ABB Aims to Enhance Control with New DCS and Electrical Control System Component

ABB Aims to Enhance Control with New DCS and Electrical Control System Component

ABB recently launched a new version of its distributed control system (DCS) with new upgrades to the I/O module and security features.


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.


ProComSol Adds Softing mobiLink Power Modem to Product Portfolio

ProComSol Adds Softing mobiLink Power Modem to Product Portfolio

This week, ProComSol added a new line of communication modems and combination kits to their portfolio.


News Jul 03, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
Designing a LabVIEW Human Machine Interface (HMI) for Increased Safety and Readability

Designing a LabVIEW Human Machine Interface (HMI) for Increased Safety and Readability

LabVIEW Virtual Instruments (VIs) can simulate tools like multimeters, which are useful for measuring in control systems. Read this article to learn more about designing around possible safety and readability blockers.


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.


Balluff’s New Toolkit Could Help Machine Monitoring Processes in Industrial Applications

Balluff’s New Toolkit Could Help Machine Monitoring Processes in Industrial Applications

Balluff provides industrial plant operators with its new Condition Monitoring Toolkit for overseeing machine and process status.


News Jul 01, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
How MQTT is Used for Industrial Automation

How MQTT is Used for Industrial Automation

Learn about the background and use of message queue telemetry transport (MQTT) in the industrial automation industry.


Schneider Electric Deploys IT Infrastructure in Edge Computing Environments with New UPS

Schneider Electric Deploys IT Infrastructure in Edge Computing Environments with New UPS

Schneider Electric’s latest APC Smart-UPS Ultra is a 3-kW single-phase uninterruptible power supply (UPS), designed to deliver more power in less space for edge applications.


News Jun 30, 2021 by Nancy Chenyizhi Liu
Emerson’s Level Transmitter Includes Continuous Wave Radar and IO-Link Connectivity

Emerson’s Level Transmitter Includes Continuous Wave Radar and IO-Link Connectivity

Emerson has recently unveiled the “world’s first” non-contacting radar device designed for the food and beverage industry.


Belden and Dynics Partner to Address Critical Cybersecurity Issues in Manufacturing

Belden and Dynics Partner to Address Critical Cybersecurity Issues in Manufacturing

Belden recently announced a partnership with Dynics to develop secure networking solutions for industrial automation.


News Jun 29, 2021 by Seth Price
AMETEK Adds New Combustion Blower to Advanced Motion Solutions

AMETEK Adds New Combustion Blower to Advanced Motion Solutions

Electronics manufacturer AMETEK has added a new combustion blower to its Nautilair Combustion Product Line.


igus Self-lubricating Bearings Plan to Reduce Heavy-duty Machinery Wear and Tear

igus Self-lubricating Bearings Plan to Reduce Heavy-duty Machinery Wear and Tear

igus recently introduced the TX2, a new bearing material capable of high wear resistance.


News Jun 26, 2021 by Damond Goodwin
Mitsubishi Electric Automation Launches New Module to Optimize Industrial Control Systems

Mitsubishi Electric Automation Launches New Module to Optimize Industrial Control Systems

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation plans to launch the T-series 2.0 kV power module for industrial use.


News Jun 25, 2021 by Nancy Chenyizhi Liu
CISA Responds to Increase in Ransomware Targeting Control Systems and OT Assets

CISA Responds to Increase in Ransomware Targeting Control Systems and OT Assets

The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) published a new document responding to the increase in ransomware attacks targeting OT assets and control systems.


CSA vs. UL Certifications

CSA vs. UL Certifications

Now that we’ve learned the basics of common certifications like CSA and UL, let’s figure out their similarities and differences.


THK Aims for More Precise Linear Motion with New Dust-proofing Plate

THK Aims for More Precise Linear Motion with New Dust-proofing Plate

Linear Motion (LM) Guide mechanism company, THK, upgrades dust-proofing plate cover for its linear motion technology.


Rockwell’s Latest Safety Laser Scanner Allows Engineers to Control and Access Critical Data

Rockwell’s Latest Safety Laser Scanner Allows Engineers to Control and Access Critical Data

Allen-Bradley is adding CIP (Common Industrial Protocol) to their line of safe laser area scanners.


News Jun 21, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
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
Deep Dive Into Fault Tree Analysis

Deep Dive Into Fault Tree Analysis

After learning about the basic events and symbols found within a fault tree, let’s dive through a fault tree analysis (FTA) example, industries that use it, and some software.