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Control Technology announces Incentive software suite for automated processes
Incentive provides a solution for PC-based control of automated industrial processes, whether for standalone equipment or plant-wide control architectures. -
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POSITAL announces updated versions of TILTIX inclinometers
The TILTIX inclinometers can be used on mobile equipment such as construction machinery, mining equipment, cranes and anywhere else where sudden movements, shocks and vibrations are likely to be encountered. -
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Turck introduces PT2000 line of pressure transmitters
The PT2000 line of pressure transmitters is designed to meet the environmental needs in water pumping, hydraulic, and refrigeration applications. -
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Eaton introduces TC and PC versions of GECMA HMI workstations
The TC version is designed for virtualization applications, for example for batch control. The PC version is stand-alone working across the LAN. -
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What Does a Good Machine Sound Like? A look at 3DSignals’ Predictive Maintenance Efforts
By Bill Lydon, Editor, Automation.com You know that feeling when you walk past a machine, and something just doesn’t quite sound right? This article discusses the use of audio analysis sensors and deep learning technology to predict equipment problems and generate alerts for preventative maintenance actions. -
FeaturePrimer: Electromagnetic Flowmeters Simple to Operate, High Accuracy
Electromagnetic flowmeters, aka magmeters, have become one of the most common flow metering technologies over the past 50 years. -
FeatureAutoQuiz: How to Detect a Fault in a Safety System
A proof test on a system may reveal faults that would otherwise not be mentioned by internal diagnostic measures and is therefore correct. -
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Zero Unplanned Downtime – A Dream or Reality?
By Leroy Spence, EU Automation Predictive analytics is not quite magic, but it could make a world of difference for companies who want to improve efficiency. This article discusses how manufacturers can use predictive analytics to manage assets and minimise downtime. -
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Skkynet announces Cogent DataHub v. 8.0
The latest version of the Cogent DataHub fully integrates OPC UA as one of its standard protocols, along with OPC DA and other industrial protocols to support OPC networking, OPC server-server bridging, aggregation, data logging, redundancy, and web-based HMI. -
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Qmicro announces micro GC gas analyzer
The micro GC platform is designed for gas mixture analysis, for on-line monitoring. It allows fully autonomous gas analysis and can run unattended pre-configured analysis methods, including peak identification, integration and result communication via industry standards. -
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AutomationDirect introduces BRX PLC controller
Designed as stand-alone controllers with expansion capabilities, these micro PLC units are available in four distinct form factors: M series (no onboard I/O), 10-point series, 18-point series and 36-point series. -
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Rohde & Schwarz announce CMW500 radio communication tester
With the CMW500 radio communication tester, engineers can test their IoT devices based on the MDM9206 LTE modem under realistic conditions by attaching and establishing a real-time connection with the simulated network and then testing relevant signalling and RF scenarios related to the 3GPP Release 13 specification. -
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Citelum and Paradox Engineering work to make Siracusa, Italy a 'Smart City'
Citelum’s project was designed to achieve four main targets: energy efficiency, city beautification, remote control and management of lighting points, data transmission systems. -
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Renishaw helps Rapid Advanced Manufacturing open New Zealand facility
RAM has been collaborating with global engineering technologies company Renishaw and, as a result, is using several AM250 metal additive manufacturing systems in its Tauranga facility. -
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ISA announces publication of Detecting Leaks in Pipelines book
The book explores the complex requirements for effective leak detection of petroleum pipelines and improved pipeline safety. -
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International Federation of Robotics: Reject Bill Gates' idea to tax robots
The IFR strongly supports the idea of greater cooperation in robotics between the public and private sectors. They must adapt education and training systems for example, so that current and future workers can reap the benefits of robotics. Yet, it is important to avoid bureaucracy which does not deliver value. -
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Siemens introduces Sinamics V20 web server module
The Sinamics V20 Smart Access web server module is designed to mount directly onto the drive, transforming a mobile device or laptop into a virtual operator panel for drive control. -
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IDEC introduces EC2B series of enclosures and control stations
These standard and custom control stations utilize IDEC’s EU2B line of hazardous location pushbuttons, pilot lights, selector switches, key selector switches, emergency stop switches and analog meters. -
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Verve introduces Verve Asset Manager 2.0
Built to extend into plant specific equipment that is not OS-based, VAM automates profiling of control equipment that is almost always manually inventoried and rarely updated, it feeds multiple security and management functions. -
FeatureWebinar Recording: How Machine Learning is Advancing Predictive Maintenance in Manufacturing
Advances in artificial intelligence and machine learning have significantly accelerated the application of predictive maintenance on the plant floor.