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Many online sources explain how to reverse a 3-phase motor; this article will discuss the electrical principles that…

Many online sources explain how to reverse a 3-phase motor; this article will discuss the electrical principles that define why it works and how the phase relationships determine the rotation direction.

Predicting when maintenance should occur isn’t simply a matter of getting on board with the latest trend, it can save…

Predicting when maintenance should occur isn’t simply a matter of getting on board with the latest trend, it can save many thousands of dollars in lost downtime and unnecessary parts and labor.

To foster the next generation of skilled labor in advanced manufacturing and industrial automation, FANUC has established…

To foster the next generation of skilled labor in advanced manufacturing and industrial automation, FANUC has established a $1 million endowed scholarship fund in partnership with the SME Education Foundation.

A new update for the DeltaV control system from Emerson adds connectivity, eases integration woes, and increases ROI by…

A new update for the DeltaV control system from Emerson adds connectivity, eases integration woes, and increases ROI by utilizing existing architecture.

Balluff has expanded its sensing solutions by introducing smart photoelectric sensors for demanding applications and…

Balluff has expanded its sensing solutions by introducing smart photoelectric sensors for demanding applications and integrating SWIR and UV image sensors into its established camera series.

Beckhoff's TE3850 TwinCat 3 Machine Learning Creator takes the coding out of process modeling. Both technical and…

Beckhoff's TE3850 TwinCat 3 Machine Learning Creator takes the coding out of process modeling. Both technical and nontechnical users will be able to create AI models with ease and efficiency.

Measuring the position of objects is commonly done with sensor arrays or linear encoders. The new LPD from Autonics…

Measuring the position of objects is commonly done with sensor arrays or linear encoders. The new LPD from Autonics offers a simpler method of position detection with analog and IO-Link connections.

PULS' new EtherCAT-enabled CP power supplies offer remote monitoring and signaling, active harmonic correction, and…

PULS' new EtherCAT-enabled CP power supplies offer remote monitoring and signaling, active harmonic correction, and power-boost functions to ensure stable power delivery.

The new iComm Box communication module from igus offers an integration solution for iSense and superwise service for monitoring.

The new iComm Box communication module from igus offers an integration solution for iSense and superwise service for monitoring.

An age-old debate in PLC programming: investigating the uses and caveats of latching software commands versus seal-in…

An age-old debate in PLC programming: investigating the uses and caveats of latching software commands versus seal-in ladder logic for industrial control applications.

More compact pneumatic manifolds with high output capacity, the JSY3000-L and JSY3000-P from SMC, expand automotive,…

More compact pneumatic manifolds with high output capacity, the JSY3000-L and JSY3000-P from SMC, expand automotive, manufacturing, and machine-tool applications.

Weintek introduces four key enhancements to the newest version of Weincloud: a permission directory system, EasyAccess…

Weintek introduces four key enhancements to the newest version of Weincloud: a permission directory system, EasyAccess 2.0 upgrades, increased data allowance, and simplified remote connectivity.

It's important to keep your system up and running without regular intervention. While every system requires maintenance,…

It's important to keep your system up and running without regular intervention. While every system requires maintenance, never overlook the critical importance of tools and training for the operators.

The latest update to Aerotech's Automation1 platform delivers enhanced support for laser scan heads and drives, with key…

The latest update to Aerotech's Automation1 platform delivers enhanced support for laser scan heads and drives, with key updates including tools for faster development, 3D data visualization, and enhanced scanner control.

Emerson’s Test and Measurement business has released key updates to its NI software and hardware products featuring AI…

Emerson’s Test and Measurement business has released key updates to its NI software and hardware products featuring AI tools designed to increase engineering efficiency.

A new proof of concept center from Omron and a shared campus for Endress+Hauser USA and Eastern Controls are some recent…

A new proof of concept center from Omron and a shared campus for Endress+Hauser USA and Eastern Controls are some recent examples that promise industrial development in North America.

As we approach the conclusion of Python data structures, we’ll examine the tuple. Used less frequently than lists and…

As we approach the conclusion of Python data structures, we’ll examine the tuple. Used less frequently than lists and dictionaries, tuples do serve some handy use cases where immutability is a critical requirement.

The new 2d vision-guided robotics system from Keyence has built-in AI and the latest imaging technology to suit advanced…

The new 2d vision-guided robotics system from Keyence has built-in AI and the latest imaging technology to suit advanced operations. The system can be used with fixed and on-hand cameras.

Learn how to get started with Phoenix Contact’s PLCnext and Engineer software, a platform that ultimately provides a…

Learn how to get started with Phoenix Contact’s PLCnext and Engineer software, a platform that ultimately provides a PLC environment for plant control as well as an OS for more advanced IIoT projects.