Managing Previously Unmanaged Assets: How Wireless Remote Monitoring Enables Low-Cost Data Logging & Control
By CSE - Semaphore
Monitoring mobile and remote assets cost effectively presents a considerable challenge when multiple communications options, ultra low-power consumption, historical data handling, and programmable automation all are required. However new low-cost technology is available that meets these needs at very low cost. This paper explores the benefits of this new capability.

Improving PID Controller Performance
By National Instruments
PID control is the most commonly used control algorithm in the industry today. PID controller popularity can be attributed to the controller’s effectiveness in a wide range of operation conditions, its functional simplicity, and the ease with which engineers can implement it using current computer technology. This paper covers some of the PID drawbacks and how to resolve them while improving performance in current implementations through changes in the algorithm.

Five Things to Think About Before Using Hardwired Controls Again
By ARC Advisory Group (Siemens)
For most OEMs, programmable relays can serve as a very cost effective controller for their products. This paper is written to help OEMs determine the "real cost" of using traditional hardwired controls by comparing it to the "real cost" of using commercially available programmable relays.

Adding Process Control to a PLC-based System
By Opto 22
Today’s automation applications are less narrowly defined than in the past. Today, both discrete control and process control are often required to get the job done. Because of the architectural differences between a PLC-based system and a DCS, approaching a hybrid system from the PLC side can offer some challenges.

Diagnostic Tools for PROFIBUS and PROFINET
By Softing
The most common problems of PROFIBUS networks are faulty cabling or connectors causing poor signal quality levels. In order to detect and identify those kinds of issues an engineer can either use an oscilloscope (and lots of experience) or an Electrical Tester for PROFIBUS that makes the job much easier.