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Adrian Lloyd

Adrian Lloyd, CEO at Interact Analysis, is a 20+ year veteran of technology research and has pioneered many data analysis techniques that are used widely by analysts today. He brings his expertise to many technology markets from industrial automation products to semiconductors.
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  • Thumbnail for AutoQuiz: How to Minimize the Effect of Feed Upsets to the Top of a Distillation Column

    AutoQuiz: How to Minimize the Effect of Feed Upsets to the Top of a Distillation Column

    A distillation tower has feed upsets that are measured and used to create a feed forward signal.
    By: Joel Don
    18 August, 2017 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for Schneider Electric announces Carlos Villa as VP of Industry Business, United States

    Schneider Electric announces Carlos Villa as VP of Industry Business, United States

    In his new role, Villa oversees the continued development of Schneider Electric’s digitally-enabled solutions and network of distribution partners nationwide to support U.S. industrial customers.
    By: Schneider Electric
    17 August, 2017 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for Microscan announces LVS-9585 Verifier for printed labels and direct part marks

    Microscan announces LVS-9585 Verifier for printed labels and direct part marks

    Microscan releases the LVS-9585 Handheld Portable Barcode Verifier, providing verification of both printed labels and direct part marks (DPM). The new LVS-9585 verifies the readability, quality, and data integrity of 1D and 2D printed labels and direct part marks to internationally accepted standards including GS1, ISO 15415/15416, ISO/IEC 29158 TR, and MIL-STD-130N.
    17 August, 2017 | 2 minutes
  • Thumbnail for AutoGuide announces release of MAX 15 robot tugger

    AutoGuide announces release of MAX 15 robot tugger

    Designed for manufacturing, warehousing and distribution facilities, the tugger’s load capacity boosts operational productivity by enabling it to move more loads with fewer vehicles.
    17 August, 2017
  • Thumbnail for AAEON annnounces ACP-1000 panel PC series

    AAEON annnounces ACP-1000 panel PC series

    These multitouch panel PCs support Linux, Windows 10 and Android systems, and provide mixed memory support and heightened efficiency output. The ACP series stand at 7 and 10.1 inches respectively. In addition, the design enables deployment in scenarios such as smart homes and smart offices.
    By: AAEON Electronics, Inc.
    17 August, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Kuebler announces A02H hollow shaft encoder

    Kuebler announces A02H hollow shaft encoder

    With an installation depth of only 49 mm, the A02H comes in a variety of frame sizes, physical mountings, shaft sizes and isolation inserts that protect the encoder from shaft currents.
    By: Kuebler Inc.
    17 August, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Schneider Electric helps JFE Engineering enhance process design workflow

    Schneider Electric helps JFE Engineering enhance process design workflow

    As an existing SimSci user, JFE Engineering chose to upgrade to SimCentral to take advantage of its unified platform-based solution, which is expected to result in greater opportunities for efficiency, collaboration and the re-use of simulation assets.
    By: Schneider Electric
    16 August, 2017 | 2 minutes
  • Thumbnail for MCAA Report: Mid-sized companies best placed to weather industry downturn

    MCAA Report: Mid-sized companies best placed to weather industry downturn

    The webinar, open only to those companies which participated in the study, provided insight into how companies weathered the difficult market conditions in 2016 when depressed oil prices severely affected business in this industry.
    16 August, 2017 | 2 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Northrop Grumman awards engineering scholarships to two Alabama students

    Northrop Grumman awards engineering scholarships to two Alabama students

    The $8,000 scholarships are payable in $2,000 annual installments over four years. The two will also have paid summer internships with Northrop Grumman during their scholarship years.
    By: Remotec, a subsidiary of Northrop Grumman
    16 August, 2017 | 2 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Rajant announces Michael J. Van Rassen as Executive Vice President of Business Development

    Rajant announces Michael J. Van Rassen as Executive Vice President of Business Development

    Mr. Van Rassen will cover military and commercial markets for Rajant domestically and internationally, bringing to the company more than 20 years of acquisition experience, both in uniform and as an Army Civilian.
    16 August, 2017 | 1 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Aegis helps Protoduction Inc implement MES in their manufacturing operations

    Aegis helps Protoduction Inc implement MES in their manufacturing operations

    Protoduction’s proprietary process, “Concept 2 Reality”, is designed to bridge the gap between design engineering and manufacturing, providing customers with a consultative approach to product development.
    By: Aegis Solutions
    16 August, 2017 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for Mitsubishi Electric announces PowerGate H series of HVAC controllers

    Mitsubishi Electric announces PowerGate H series of HVAC controllers

    PowerGate H is fully compatible with earlier generations of Mitsubishi Electric controllers and meets the requirements of the most demanding applications. It can be used with either conventional induction motors or with the latest generation internal permanent magnet (IPM) motors.
    16 August, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Det-Tronics introduces CGS-FlexVu UD10 gas detection system

    Det-Tronics introduces CGS-FlexVu UD10 gas detection system

    Designed for high-temperature and hydrogen applications, the CGS-FlexVu UD10 system performs as a gas detector, display and controller for the detection of both hydrocarbon and hydrogen gases.
    By: Det-Tronics
    16 August, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Emerson releases PolyOil JAR Handling Clamp

    Emerson releases PolyOil JAR Handling Clamp

    The PolyOil JAR Handling Clamp acts a safety device to prevent the jar from cocking and firing. Applications for the new JAR Handling Clamp include drilling, drill stem testing (DST) jars, coil tubing and wireline applications.
    By: Emerson
    16 August, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Cambium Networks introduces ePMP Force 190 wireless broadband module

    Cambium Networks introduces ePMP Force 190 wireless broadband module

    When configured for a point-to-point wireless link, the ePMP Force 190 system provides up to 200 Mbps of connectivity for streaming video, voice and data applications.
    16 August, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Pickering announces 50GHz modules for 40-785B PXI range of microwave multiplexers

    Pickering announces 50GHz modules for 40-785B PXI range of microwave multiplexers

    These modules are single or dual 6-channel multiplexers with relays mounted on the front panel. They are suitable for switching 50Ω signals up to 50GHz. The single slot version can support up to three remotely mounted multiplexers
    By: Pickering Associates
    16 August, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Stafford introduces Stafford 3-D Positioning System

    Stafford introduces Stafford 3-D Positioning System

    The Stafford 3-D Positioning System consists of a group of mounting components, including a base which can securely attach to any flat surface, stepped and straight-through couplings, and precision shafting that can be adjusted and locked.
    By: Stafford Manufacturing Corp.
    16 August, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Unintended Consequences of Cutting Technical Headcount

    Unintended Consequences of Cutting Technical Headcount

    After a technical resource is gone, production efficiency is directly affected when the line has less support to keep it up and running.
    By: Contributing Authors
    16 August, 2017 | 3 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Explaining Automation: Keep It Simple, Relevant, Relatable

    Explaining Automation: Keep It Simple, Relevant, Relatable

    ISA President Steven Pflantz notes the vast majority of people do not have a clear understanding of what industrial automation is and why it is important.
    By: ISA Past-Presidents
    15 August, 2017 | 4 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Manufacturing in the Digital Era: Winning the Race Requires Investment

    Manufacturing in the Digital Era: Winning the Race Requires Investment

    The dramatic influx of connected industrial automation and manufacturing technology is providing the opportunity for manufacturing companies to drive their industries forward, while surpassing the competition. Yet with money seemingly always being tight, how does an organization manage the necessary expenses to push forward?
    By: SIEMENS, SIEMENS
    15 August, 2017 | 3 minutes
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