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Three-Wire vs. Six-Wire Three-Phase Motors

Three-Wire vs. Six-Wire Three-Phase Motors

Three-phase motors with three or six wires have limited options for wiring, but are easier to use and have important roles to play. Learn the difference between three- and six-wire three-phase motors for low and high voltage applications.


Comparing Single-Phase vs Three-Phase Motors

Comparing Single-Phase vs Three-Phase Motors

In this article, learn the differences between single- and three-phase motors, including how each one works and applications best suited for each type.


Rockwell Automation Completes Acquisition of Fiix Inc to Improve Asset Management Capabilities

Rockwell Automation Completes Acquisition of Fiix Inc to Improve Asset Management Capabilities

Rockwell Automation acquires Fiix Inc. and plans to improve industrial customers’ asset management capabilities as part of its software strategy.


News Jan 28, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Honeywell Develops New Optical Caliper Measurement Sensor for Lithium-Ion Battery Industry

Honeywell Develops New Optical Caliper Measurement Sensor for Lithium-Ion Battery Industry

Honeywell released a new optical sensor for determining the thickness of coatings and thin sections.


News Jan 27, 2021 by Seth Price
Common Motor Windings and Wiring for Three-Phase Motors

Common Motor Windings and Wiring for Three-Phase Motors

This article looks at some common windings and wirings for three-phase motors, including internal Wye windings and low and high voltage wirings.


Parker Hannifin Releases a New PMAC Motor for the HEV Industry

Parker Hannifin Releases a New PMAC Motor for the HEV Industry

Parker Hannifin introduced the GVM-310, a new PMAC motor for the Electric Vehicle (EV) and Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) industries.


News Jan 14, 2021 by Seth Price
Introduction to Advanced Motor Control Circuits

Introduction to Advanced Motor Control Circuits

This article looks at a few of the more advanced motor control circuits for a three-phase motor.


Using Measurement While Drilling and Logging While Drilling in Automation

Using Measurement While Drilling and Logging While Drilling in Automation

This article discusses measurement while drilling (MWD) and logging while drilling (LWD). Both techniques increase the efficiency and capability of directional drilling as well as the safety of the operators.


New Industrial Suite from Eaton Enables Remote Monitoring in Hazardous Environments

New Industrial Suite from Eaton Enables Remote Monitoring in Hazardous Environments

Recently, Eaton released its latest industrial suite, Brightlayer, to allow for remote monitoring of industrial assets.


News Dec 08, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
Omron Partners with SMC and CKD for Pneumatic Gripper Development

Omron Partners with SMC and CKD for Pneumatic Gripper Development

Omron recently partnered with SMC and CKD to combine Omron’s robotics with SMC and CKDs pneumatic grippers.


News Nov 27, 2020 by Seth Price
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
ABB Partners With Takraf to Deploy One of the World’s Most Powerful Gearless Conveyor Drive Systems

ABB Partners With Takraf to Deploy One of the World’s Most Powerful Gearless Conveyor Drive Systems

ABB and TAKRAF Partner to install one of the world’s most powerful gearless conveyor drive system in Chuquicamata, Chile.


News Oct 04, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
ABB Continues to Support Mining Industry Through Software Solutions and Training

ABB Continues to Support Mining Industry Through Software Solutions and Training

ABB aims to help mining processes in South Africa for Anglo American Technical Solutions with the Ability System 800xA.


News Sep 14, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
ASI Supplies Automated Control Systems for Large Hydraulic-Powered Mining Vehicles to Epiroc

ASI Supplies Automated Control Systems for Large Hydraulic-Powered Mining Vehicles to Epiroc

Epiroc produces sustainable mining/construction equipment and has paired up with ASI to engineer and supply specific automated control systems for large hydraulic-powered mining vehicles.


News Jun 27, 2020 by Ben Stepanian
OnRobot Launches Programmable Screwdriver for Fast Deployment in Assembly Lines

OnRobot Launches Programmable Screwdriver for Fast Deployment in Assembly Lines

OnRobot, a collaborative application and process automation company announced the release of its intelligent programmable screw driving head.


News Jun 26, 2020 by Ben Stepanian
How Thermal Imaging Can Help Keep Systems Safe

How Thermal Imaging Can Help Keep Systems Safe

This article looks at thermal imaging equipment and discusses the advantages and applications of thermal imaging in a variety of control systems.


Unconventional Commercial and Industrial Applications of Drones

Unconventional Commercial and Industrial Applications of Drones

This article discusses recent applications of drones and how companies are developing more commercially advanced applications, specifically in the industrial and manufacturing industries.


News Jun 18, 2020 by Akshay Kumar
What is Redundancy in Control Systems?

What is Redundancy in Control Systems?

Learn about redundancy and why it's an important part of protecting control systems and a key part of avoiding costly system failures and malfunctions.


An Introduction to Gray Code for Encoders

An Introduction to Gray Code for Encoders

This article introduces Gray code, a specialized binary arrangement necessary for absolute encoders to communicate with controllers.


Grounding DC Power Supplies

Grounding DC Power Supplies

Should you connect a DC power supply to ground or not? The answer is not a straightforward yes or no. This article explores the benefits and drawbacks of grounding DC power supplies.