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Teledyne Set to Acquire Thermal Imaging Company FLIR Systems

Teledyne Set to Acquire Thermal Imaging Company FLIR Systems

Recently, Teledyne announced that it will be acquiring FLIR systems. Who are the two companies, and what does this deal involve?


News Jan 10, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
How 3D Printing Failures Happen in Manufacturing

How 3D Printing Failures Happen in Manufacturing

This article will consider ways companies can use a full-digital thread and real-time monitoring that might lead to a better understanding of 3D printing part failures.


3D Printing Failures in Manufacturing: Troubleshooting and Prevention

3D Printing Failures in Manufacturing: Troubleshooting and Prevention

This two-part series will look at failures in additive manufacturing, how it happens, and what might prevent it from happening.


What is Finite Element Analysis?

What is Finite Element Analysis?

This article provides an introduction to FEM/FEA and how it can be used in control systems and broader applications.


Weidmuller Debuts Latest Timing Relays for Building and Factory Automation

Weidmuller Debuts Latest Timing Relays for Building and Factory Automation

Weidmuller, an industrial expert in electronics, automation, and control, recently announced its new range of timing relays, the TFI series.


News Dec 11, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
AMETEK MOCON Releases New Package Integrity Testing System

AMETEK MOCON Releases New Package Integrity Testing System

AMETEK MOCON launched the Dansensor Lippke 5000, a package integrity system designed especially for demanding regulations and standards of the food processing and pharmaceutical industries.


News Dec 07, 2020 by Sara McCaslin
SVT Robotics Launches SOFTBOT Platform for Warehouse and Manufacturing Deployment

SVT Robotics Launches SOFTBOT Platform for Warehouse and Manufacturing Deployment

SVT Robotics released a new kind of platform, SOFTBOT, to help warehouses and manufacturing facilities build and deploy robot systems.


News Nov 27, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Honeywell’s Enterprise Software Aims to Transform Metering Operations for Gas Industry

Honeywell’s Enterprise Software Aims to Transform Metering Operations for Gas Industry

Honeywell released its latest enterprise software, Measurement IQ Optimise (MIQ), for remote management.


News Nov 23, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
FLIR Releases New Thermal Imaging Cameras Designed to Troubleshoot Electrical and Mechanical Systems

FLIR Releases New Thermal Imaging Cameras Designed to Troubleshoot Electrical and Mechanical Systems

FLIR Systems announced the release of their four new Exx-Series handheld thermal imaging cameras.


News Oct 20, 2020 by Seth Price
Endress+Hauser Unveils Latest Pressure Gauges for Safety-Critical Systems

Endress+Hauser Unveils Latest Pressure Gauges for Safety-Critical Systems

Endress+Hauser announced a new series of Cerabar and Deltabar pressure gauges.


Insulation Testing with Resistance Meters

Insulation Testing with Resistance Meters

Electrical resistance can be intentionally extremely high to insulate and stop current between conductors. Learn about measuring insulation using a mega-ohmmeter.


Measurement Tools for Mechanical Maintenance

Measurement Tools for Mechanical Maintenance

This article explores what tools can be used to predict and prevent costly mechanical breakdown events occurring from heat, vibration, or humidity.


Emerson Releases Brand New Flow Meter With Quadruple Sensors and Transmitters

Emerson Releases Brand New Flow Meter With Quadruple Sensors and Transmitters

The Rosemount 8800 Quad Vortex flow meter is one of the first in the industry with quadruple sensors and transmitters.


How to Perform a Site Acceptance Test

How to Perform a Site Acceptance Test

Learn about site acceptance tests (SATs), how they differ from and complement factory acceptance tests, and what the necessary steps entail.


How to Perform a Factory Acceptance Test

How to Perform a Factory Acceptance Test

Learn about factory acceptance tests (FATs), including how the tests are created, where they are performed, and the responsibilities for both the buyer and manufacturer of the equipment.


How to Reduce Electrical Noise on Sensors and Control Systems

How to Reduce Electrical Noise on Sensors and Control Systems

Electrical noise is a common problem inside industrial facilities. The following will explain a few simple strategies for reducing this noise.


How to Successfully Perform Root Cause Analysis

How to Successfully Perform Root Cause Analysis

This article discusses the direct and indirect causes of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and some effective solutions one can use to properly define RCA.


AW-Lake Introduces New Clamp-On Ultrasonic FlowMeters

AW-Lake Introduces New Clamp-On Ultrasonic FlowMeters

Fixed measurement devices are no longer designed to interrupt the flow in a fluidic system. AW-Lake introduces a portable ultrasonic flow meter for industrial applications.


News Sep 01, 2020 by Ben Stepanian
Going Gray: A New HMI Standard

Going Gray: A New HMI Standard

Some standards for HMIs recommend monochromatic schemes for clarity. How can you help operators cope with a new HMI standard after many years of operating without one?


Integral Windup Method in PID Control

Integral Windup Method in PID Control

Integral or Reset Windup is a problem that can occur from these systems, and there are a few possible approaches to minimize the effects.