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New Actuator Control Panel Designed for Hazardous Conditions

New Actuator Control Panel Designed for Hazardous Conditions

Rotork recently announced its all-new local controls station for actuators and general flow control. 


News Mar 16, 2020 by Jacob Ramirez
Using the Allen-Bradley Ramp/Soak Controller With a PID

Using the Allen-Bradley Ramp/Soak Controller With a PID

This article will focus on using an Allen-Bradley ramp/soak controller with a PID.


The Rise of Electromechanical Actuators

The Rise of Electromechanical Actuators

Recently, there has been an increasing demand for electromechanical actuators as they may be beginning to replace hydraulic and pneumatic actuators. 


Introduction to Pneumatic, Hydraulic, and Electric Actuators

Introduction to Pneumatic, Hydraulic, and Electric Actuators

In this article, we take a look at hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric actuators and how they are used in different scenarios.


Schunk Showcases New Robotic Grippers at ATX West 2020

Schunk Showcases New Robotic Grippers at ATX West 2020

During ATX West 2020, Schunk showcased some of their new robotic grippers. 


News Feb 17, 2020 by Maddie Bradshaw
Using PID and Feedback Loops for Precise Motion Systems

Using PID and Feedback Loops for Precise Motion Systems

PID controllers are an excellent method of using feedback to turn an otherwise open-loop system into one which can follow a carefully prescribed profile, correcting for inconsistencies caused by the equipment, the environment, and even the products in the manufacturing process.


Emerson Introduces New Gas Valve to Enhance Safety and Reliability of Combustion Systems

Emerson Introduces New Gas Valve to Enhance Safety and Reliability of Combustion Systems

Emerson recently announced the ASCO Series 158 Gas Valve and series 159 motorized actuator.


Eaton to Sell Hydraulics Business to Danfoss AS

Eaton to Sell Hydraulics Business to Danfoss AS

Last week, power management company Eaton Corp announced the sale of its hydraulics business to Danish engineering solutions company, Danfoss AS.


News Jan 30, 2020 by Sophia Valente
Industrial Instrumentation and Control: An Introduction to the Basic Principles

Industrial Instrumentation and Control: An Introduction to the Basic Principles

In this instrumentation and control (I & C) article, we'll go over the fundamental terminology and concepts used when working with industrial plants.