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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.


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?


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.


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
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.


HMI Troubleshooting and Maintenance

HMI Troubleshooting and Maintenance

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


Machine-readable vs. Human-readable Data

Machine-readable vs. Human-readable Data

Industrial manufacturers use two main data types—machine-readable and human-readable—to analyze for maintenance, monitoring, or other applications.


Introduction to Signal Conditioners

Introduction to Signal Conditioners

What is signal conditioning and how do you use a signal conditioner in your industrial application?


Hirebotics Creates Welding Robots Programmable with a Smartphone App

Hirebotics Creates Welding Robots Programmable with a Smartphone App

Hirerobotics provides industrial engineers with the new cloud-connected Cobot Welder, which can help boost productivity through a cutting-edge software platform, Beacon.


News Jul 02, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
SMC Designs Latest Valves for Pneumatic Control System Operations

SMC Designs Latest Valves for Pneumatic Control System Operations

SMC recently released their latest VP546E/VP746E valves with added pneumatic control capabilities.


News Jun 23, 2021 by Seth Price
Boston Dynamics Recognizes One Year of Spot, the Quadruped Robot

Boston Dynamics Recognizes One Year of Spot, the Quadruped Robot

It’s been a year since Boston Dynamics debuted their latest quadruped robot. Where has the industry seen the adoption of Spot in the last year?


News Jun 23, 2021 by Maddie Bradshaw
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.


Siemens Force-guided Coupling Relays Complete Its Smart Infrastructure Portfolio

Siemens Force-guided Coupling Relays Complete Its Smart Infrastructure Portfolio

Siemens released its 3RQ1 force-guided relays aimed at safety applications.


News May 26, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
Rockwell Automation and Comau Collaborate to Unify Robot Integration and Maximize Efficiency

Rockwell Automation and Comau Collaborate to Unify Robot Integration and Maximize Efficiency

Rockwell Automation announced a partnership with Comau to combine technology from both companies to create a singular platform for automation and control.


News May 17, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
The Difference Between Ground and Neutral Conductors in Control Wiring

The Difference Between Ground and Neutral Conductors in Control Wiring

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.


icotek’s Latest Industrial Connectors Built for DIN Rail Mounting

icotek’s Latest Industrial Connectors Built for DIN Rail Mounting

icotek recently announced a new range of specialized EMC Shield clamps designed for industrial DIN rail applications.


News Apr 13, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
Comparing Electrical and Mechanical Motor Soft-start Methods

Comparing Electrical and Mechanical Motor Soft-start Methods

Learn about the different types of electrical and mechanical soft-start methods as well as devices to use for each method.