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Wireless Communications Application Stories
Please choose an article below on wireless comminucations application notes, stories and case studies in factory automation, process control and instrumentation.
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By Boss Automation
The Cockrell Ranch Waterflood project in Texas recovers oil from wells that would have once been considered ‘tapped.’ Its SCADA system includes HMIs, PACs and PLCs from Rockwell Automation, and a wireless system from Prosoft Technology. Read Full Article...
Avoid Collisions on the Track
Andritz Inc. uses high-speed Ethernet radios to create a robust anti-collision network for three different dual Portal Crane projects for the pulp and paper industry. Andritz chose ProSoft Technology's RadioLinx Industrial Hotspot for each multi-million dollar crane. Read Full Article...
Wireless Communication Saves the Day...And the Bottom Line
ThyssenKrupp's Waupaca Foundry prides itself on using state-of-the-art technology in its production processes. When plant 4 began looking at ways to improve efficiencies, three key factors drove the decision to implement a wireless communications solution: record keeping, accuracy, and cost reduction. The Waupaca Foundry in Marionette, Wisconsin reaped a $600,000 ROI when they decided to go wireless. With this huge success, ThyssenKrupp plans to use wireless instead of fiber between their power generator building and their main plant. Read full article...