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In nearly every machine with motion, a selection of gears, belts, and chains sends power to the final mechanisms and…

In nearly every machine with motion, a selection of gears, belts, and chains sends power to the final mechanisms and power must be transmitted from the motor to the final load(s) device. Choosing between transmission methods isn’t always simple, but a few key properties can help to make the choices easier.

The following will introduce how machine vision and object recognition works and how developers are working on making it…

The following will introduce how machine vision and object recognition works and how developers are working on making it easier to integrate for more extensive market adoption. 

A typical control system uses PNP sensors and tends to be easier to visualize. For opposite polarity systems, the NPN…

A typical control system uses PNP sensors and tends to be easier to visualize. For opposite polarity systems, the NPN sensor is the only compatible sensor type. Learn more about NPN sensors, including characteristics and uses.

Learn about site acceptance tests (SATs), how they differ from and complement factory acceptance tests, and what the…

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

Whether using an industrial DIN-rail power supply or a linear supply for an audio application, these devices have the…

Whether using an industrial DIN-rail power supply or a linear supply for an audio application, these devices have the potential to fail. Although there can be several reasons, there are a few simple (and some not-so-simple) methods of testing a power supply for proper functionality.

What are pilot valves and how do they work? This article dives into some of the different types and uses for these components.

What are pilot valves and how do they work? This article dives into some of the different types and uses for these components.

The latest report from NIST and other government organizations found that tracking behavior may be a new way to track…

The latest report from NIST and other government organizations found that tracking behavior may be a new way to track potential security threats.

For most systems, there are various languages meant for specific purposes, including Function Block, Sequential Charts,…

For most systems, there are various languages meant for specific purposes, including Function Block, Sequential Charts, and Structured Text.

This article discusses several different types of NEMA enclosure ratings and which one may be the right one for your…

This article discusses several different types of NEMA enclosure ratings and which one may be the right one for your specific applications.

With technology becoming more connected and smarter, understanding robotic programming is becoming even more of a…

With technology becoming more connected and smarter, understanding robotic programming is becoming even more of a valuable skill. Are you keeping up?

Designing the control systems for a properly functioning cleanroom comes with its own set of challenges and requirements.…

Designing the control systems for a properly functioning cleanroom comes with its own set of challenges and requirements. Here, learn what goes into cleanroom system design and why.

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

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

Edge computing and cloud computing both have their place in industrial automation and control systems. Learn about the…

Edge computing and cloud computing both have their place in industrial automation and control systems. Learn about the uses and how far the two technologies have to go before they're universally adopted.

In this article, learn the different errors that keep an encoder from working correctly and how to troubleshoot issues…

In this article, learn the different errors that keep an encoder from working correctly and how to troubleshoot issues using an oscilloscope and other T&M tools.

Get to know the hows and whys of choosing the proper start-up method of motors in different applications.

Get to know the hows and whys of choosing the proper start-up method of motors in different applications.

This article introduces a few simple methods to test which type of circuits — whether ground- or power-switched — are…

This article introduces a few simple methods to test which type of circuits — whether ground- or power-switched — are being used and how to troubleshoot and properly fix issues.

Learn about the many ways cyber-attacks threaten SCADA systems, and what can be done to keep manufacturing and utility…

Learn about the many ways cyber-attacks threaten SCADA systems, and what can be done to keep manufacturing and utility plants protected.

Learn all about Digital Twinning, and how this new technique can change the way we do a number of industrial operations!

Learn all about Digital Twinning, and how this new technique can change the way we do a number of industrial operations!

A synopsis of a recent control system replacement on replacing APACS with Controllogix.

A synopsis of a recent control system replacement on replacing APACS with Controllogix.