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NovaTech releases D/3 Version 16 distributed control system software
At the core of v16 is the PCM5 controller. It has a touchscreen interface for troubleshooting, fanless cooling, and embedded cyber security that is auto-configured and enabled by default. -
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AutoQuiz: How to Assess the Hazard/Risk Category for an Industrial Electrical Panel
Work on energized electrical conductors and circuit parts, including voltage testing on panelboards, or other equipment rated 240V and below would be classified as Hazard/Risk Category 1. -
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PLCopen announces SFC software construction guidelines
This document explains the advantages of Sequential Function Chart, SFC. This is a very expressive graphic formalism of the IEC 61131-3 standard. It is not considered a programming language as it needs other languages to express transition conditions and actions. -
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Mitsubishi Electric announces strategic partnership with ITEI research institute
The strategic partnership will focus on promoting standardized intelligence manufacturing in a cooperative effort to support Made in China 2025. -
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Absolute Logic/CyberGuard 360’s Al Alper to hold Cybersecurity Continuing Ed class for the NYSSCPA
Alper’s July 18 presentation, entitled “Cybersecurity: Tips, Tricks, and Tools to Keep You S.A.F.E.,” will focus on the growing trend of cybercrime, threats specific to CPA firms, and what firms should be doing to avoid becoming a cyber victim. -
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IFR announces winners of 2018 IERA Award for Robotics and Automation
The IERA Award highlights and honors the achievements of innovators with value creating ideas and entrepreneurs who propel those ideas into world-class products. -
Industry Product
Nymi announces release of Nymi Enterprise Edition authentication solution
Nymi Enterprise Edition authentication is a solution consisting of a multi-factor biometrically authenticated wearable (the Nymi Band) and a complete enterprise system for administration, management and integration into existing identity ecosystems. -
Industry Product
Pentek announces Jade Model 71865 software radio receiver
The Model 71865 functions include two A/D acquisition IP modules for simplifying data capture and transfer. Each acquisition IP module contains a controller for all data clocking, triggering and synchronization functions. -
Industry Product
Moticont introduces GVCM-051-089-05S06 linear voice coil motor
This voice coil motor has a force to size ratio of 5.5 lbs (24.6 N) continuous force and 17.5 lb (77.7 N) of peak force with a housing measuring 2.000 in. (50.8 mm) dia. x 3.50 in. (88.9 mm) long. -
Industry Product
CONTA-CLIP introduces KDS-FB cable entry system
CONTA-CLIP provides KDS-FB in four frame widths and with different divisions for flat and round cables. Sealing elements are available for all common industrial cable sizes. -
Industry Product
Balluff releases BML SF2 incremental encoder system
The BML SF2 incremental encoder system is available with industry-standard A/B/Z quadrature or analog sine/cosine interfaces and is available in operating lengths of up to 48 meters. -
Case Study
Cognex smart cameras help SYSTEMATIX achieve vision-guided robot bin picking solution
SYSTEMATIX developed a VGR solution. Using a discrete distance measurement sensor, a Cognex In-Sight 8000 vision system with PatMax RedLine pattern-search capability mounted on a vertical slide, and a 6-axis robot, SYSTEMATIX built the work cell. -
Industry Product
EPLAN announces Store Share View cloud solution
The new integration to the EPLAN Cloud is available starting with Version 2.8. Designers can make the schematic project available in the cloud from the platform for downstream company processes. -
Industry Product
AAEON announces PICO-KBU4 expandable SBC
Fitted with a 7th Generation Intel Core processor (Kaby Lake) and featuring up to 16GB DDR4 SODIMM memory, the PICO-KBU4 has the computing power to handle applications previously only possible with larger motherboards. -
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To Train or Not To Train?
By Andrea Belk Olson, Pragmadik In the restaurant industry, training is a given. On the other hand, many small to mid-sized manufacturers resist investing in employee training, citing concerns that if the employee leaves, that investment was lost. However, this is a straw-man argument. Let's address these preconceived notions. -
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PLCopen releases version 2.0 of the Safety Specification Part 1
PLCopen Committees are working on two levels: Standardization in the look and feel of safety function blocks Integration of standard procedures in the development environment -
Industry Product
maxon motor announces HPSC sensorless speed and torque control solution
his technology allows FOC (field oriented control) for brushless motors without sensors from full stop to full speed under load. This HPSC uses a signal injection algorithm which determines the rotor position for a smooth startup. -
Case Study
NUM works with Chinese machine building company to develop 8-axis CNC machining center
OPMT is a company based in Fo’shan – of Guangdong Province – in south China. For its latest project, OPMT was asked by Guangdong University of Technology to develop a machining center that combined high speed laser cutting and milling capabilities. -
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ABB to upgrade inter-island New Zealand HVDC link
The link is an element of the country’s transmission system and is used as an energy-balancing system, between the two islands. ABB Ability MACH control system, which acts as the brain or nerve center of the link will be a key component of the upgrade. -
Industry Product
Siemens releases Simatic RTU3031C (Remote Terminal Unit/RTU) with integrated GPS functionality
The Simatic RTU3000C telecontrol units are specially designed for energy-autonomous operation in environments without a power supply system. They can be supplied with power redundantly, for example with up to six battery modules or rechargeable battery with solar panel.