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Drivers and Trends in Industrial Ethernet

Drivers and Trends in Industrial Ethernet

The following will take a look at Industrial communications trends and drivers for industrial Ethernets.


News May 13, 2020 by Jeff Kerns
MSA Safety Introduces New Gas Monitor For Industrial Applications

MSA Safety Introduces New Gas Monitor For Industrial Applications

MSA Safety provides a new gas detection monitor that can be used on a stand-alone basis or for remote sensing applications.


News May 11, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Hackers Target PLCs and SCADA Systems at Water Facilities in Israel

Hackers Target PLCs and SCADA Systems at Water Facilities in Israel

The Israeli Government has issued a security alert last week after hackers targeted SCADA systems across the country.


Realtime Robotics Unveils New Realtime Controller With PLC Compatibility

Realtime Robotics Unveils New Realtime Controller With PLC Compatibility

Realtime Robotics announce the release of its new Realtime Controller. How will this device accelerate and simplify robotic automation?


News May 06, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Emerson Signs Agreement with YPF to Deliver High-Quality Subsurface Data

Emerson Signs Agreement with YPF to Deliver High-Quality Subsurface Data

YPF collaborates with Emerson to utilize its market-leading exploration and production software for seismic data interpretation and visualization.


News May 06, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
U.S. Senators Urge Cybersecurity Officials to Take Action on COVID-19 Related Hacking Attempts

U.S. Senators Urge Cybersecurity Officials to Take Action on COVID-19 Related Hacking Attempts

Some senators sent a letter to the Department of Homeland Security and Department of Defence to prompt efforts in fight against hackers targeting the healthcare industry during the pandemic.


What Is CNC Machining? A Look Into the History of This Technique

What Is CNC Machining? A Look Into the History of This Technique

CNC has played a crucial role in the industry by allowing production processes to be automated as well as provide repeatability. In this article, we will look at how CNC technology has changed over the years and where it is going in the future.


News May 01, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
ABB Offers Free Digital Solutions in Hopes to Stabilize Industry Infrastructure Amid COVID-19

ABB Offers Free Digital Solutions in Hopes to Stabilize Industry Infrastructure Amid COVID-19

As COVID-19 continues to push industries to adapt to market changes, software companies are offering digital solutions, specifically healthcare sectors, for free. 


News Apr 28, 2020 by Sophia Valente
Hackers Target Oil and Gas Industry Ahead of Crucial OPEC Meeting 

Hackers Target Oil and Gas Industry Ahead of Crucial OPEC Meeting 

Hackers have impersonated an Egyptian oil contractor and a shipping company to try and spread malware in several countries ahead of an international oil producers meeting.


Industrial Automation Companies Partnering in Efforts to Redefine IoT Device Security

Industrial Automation Companies Partnering in Efforts to Redefine IoT Device Security

Sectigo and Infineon Technologies AG enter into a partnership to redefine IoT device security for enterprises and businesses worldwide.  


News Apr 24, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
New 3-Axis Digital Vibration Sensor from STMicro Built For Industrial Applications

New 3-Axis Digital Vibration Sensor from STMicro Built For Industrial Applications

STMicroelectronics announced their latest vibration platform that will help engineers design the latest automated monitoring systems.


News Apr 24, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
ifm electronic Unveils New RFID System for Long-Distance Applications With Fieldbus Compatibility

ifm electronic Unveils New RFID System for Long-Distance Applications With Fieldbus Compatibility

ifm Electronic has released a new family of radio-frequency identification (RFID) systems designed for long-distance applications.


Companies Offer Expertise in Motor Control to Develop Open-Source Ventilators

Companies Offer Expertise in Motor Control to Develop Open-Source Ventilators

How do Monolithic Power System (MPS) ventilators work, and will it help with the COVID-19 crisis?


News Apr 17, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
Eclipse Automation Partners With Harmontronics to Facilitate N95 Mask Production in Ontario

Eclipse Automation Partners With Harmontronics to Facilitate N95 Mask Production in Ontario

Industrial manufacturing company, Eclipse Automation, will partner up with Harmontronics Automation of Suzhou, China, to produce respirator masks needed to tackle the COVID-19 emergency.


The Future of Track Inspection Technology: New Autonomous Railway Inspection System

The Future of Track Inspection Technology: New Autonomous Railway Inspection System

Transportation company, Norfolk Southern, announced a new autonomous track geometry measurement system aimed at enhancing railroad safety and operating efficiencies.


Universal Robots Announces Industry’s First Autonomous Bin Picking Kit

Universal Robots Announces Industry’s First Autonomous Bin Picking Kit

Universal Robots announced the development of ActiNav, an innovative solution for machine tending applications. 


News Apr 13, 2020 by Sophia Valente
3D-Printed Diffusers Designed to Help Hospitals Treat Patients With COVID-19

3D-Printed Diffusers Designed to Help Hospitals Treat Patients With COVID-19

Texas A&M University uses 3D-printing technology to design diffusers for metered-dose inhalers used to treat patients with COVID-19 at Houston Methodist Hospital. 


News Apr 09, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
New 3D Inspection System With Full-Scale Inspection Capabilities

New 3D Inspection System With Full-Scale Inspection Capabilities

Keyence, a company that specializes in vision systems, has developed a new imaging system that demonstrates just advanced automation technology.


News Mar 26, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
What is Explosion Proof? A Look Into Control Panels and Enclosures

What is Explosion Proof? A Look Into Control Panels and Enclosures

Why are explosion-proof devices important for industrial safety?


New IIoT Software Optimizing Industrial Automation Applications

New IIoT Software Optimizing Industrial Automation Applications

Two industrial automation companies are partnering to optimize new IIoT software. What kind of impact is this going to have on software and hardware?