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Andy Selvy

Andy Selvy is chief systems designer at Watlow. As a world-class industrial technology and thermal products leader, Watlow designs and manufactures heating solutions consisting primarily of electric resistive heaters, temperature sensors, temperature and power controllers and supporting software–all the components of a thermal system. We partner with our customers to optimize thermal performance, decrease design time and improve the efficiency of products and applications.

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  • Thumbnail for FCI announces enhancements to FLT93 flow switch series

    FCI announces enhancements to FLT93 flow switch series

    The enhanced FLT93 Flow Switch is suitable for flow detection of liquids or gases and is available in several wetted materials for compatibility with virtually any fluid
    By: FCI - Fluid Components International
    11 July, 2017
    Sponsored By FCI - Fluid Components International
  • Thumbnail for PI introduces A-60x MTT multi-axis top

    PI introduces A-60x MTT multi-axis top

    Constructed from wear-resistant stainless-steel with table diameters from 75mm to 300mm and a clear aperture, this accessory is designed for metrology, roundness measurement, and part gauging applications.
    By: PI Vision
    11 July, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Servomex introduces SERVOPRO NOx analyzer

    Servomex introduces SERVOPRO NOx analyzer

    These analyzers offer a solution for monitoring NO, NO2, NOx, SO2, methane, total hydrocarbons, and non-methane hydrocarbons in stationary and mobile source emissions applications that require low level emissions monitoring.
    By: Servomex
    11 July, 2017
  • Thumbnail for CREST Report: Pressing need to improve cybersecurity in ICS environments

    CREST Report: Pressing need to improve cybersecurity in ICS environments

    The report highlights a number of challenges and suggests that more technical security testing has a significant role to play in ensuring higher levels of security assurance are met.
    10 July, 2017 | 2 minutes
  • Thumbnail for HARTING celebrates Dietmar Harting's 50 years in the industry

    HARTING celebrates Dietmar Harting's 50 years in the industry

    Dietmar Harting joined his parents’ company on 1 July 1967 - right after graduating. Now 77 years old, he can look back after fifty years in the service of the company, in the industry, the local region and beyond.
    By: Harting Inc. Of North America, Harting Inc. Of North America
    10 July, 2017 | 3 minutes
  • Implementing Innovation Processes in Globally-Connected Manufacturing Plants

    By Alberto Martinez, Lantek Digital technologies are helping companies connect their factories worldwide. Applying new innovations to a global team requires new or revamped processes that translate across cultures.
    10 July, 2017 | 4 minutes
  • Thumbnail for ABB introduces PGC5000 gas chromatograph oven w/ integrated controller

    ABB introduces PGC5000 gas chromatograph oven w/ integrated controller

    The PGC5000 oven with an integrated controller offers a solution by integrating the single board computer (SBC) directly into the PGC5000B or PGC5000C gas chromatograph ovens.
    By: ABB
    10 July, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Sensorex introduces SD7500 differential pH probe

    Sensorex introduces SD7500 differential pH probe

    The Sensorex SD7500 Universal Differential pH Probe is designed to extend the working lifetime of sensors for industrial and municipal wastewater treatment and neutralization; metal finishing and plating; wet fume scrubbers; chemical processing; and other online water quality and process applications.
    By: Sensorex
    10 July, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Beckhoff introduces CP6906 Control Panel display

    Beckhoff introduces CP6906 Control Panel display

    Once combined with a controller, such as a DIN rail mounted CX series Embedded PC or a cabinet mounted Industrial PC (IPC) from Beckhoff, the result is a control and HMI solution for machines, plants, buildings and other equipment.
    By: Beckhoff Automation
    10 July, 2017
  • Thumbnail for L-com introduces TRD695LZBL-series cables and Cat6 LSZH solid conductor cable assemblies

    L-com introduces TRD695LZBL-series cables and Cat6 LSZH solid conductor cable assemblies

    The TRD695LZBL-series cables are designed for environments where PVC's combustive toxicity is restricted. Additionally, these new Cat6 LSZH cables ensure the protection of expensive communications equipment and people by utilizing low-smoke zero-halogen jackets.
    10 July, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Microchip Technology introduces ATA65XX family of CAN transceivers

    Microchip Technology introduces ATA65XX family of CAN transceivers

    The ATA6562, ATA6563, ATA6564, ATA6565 and ATA6566 build the automotive Grade 0 qualified CAN/CAN FD transceiver family with an ambient temperature rating of -40° to 150°C.
    10 July, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Pickering releases Series 120 of reed relays

    Pickering releases Series 120 of reed relays

    Two switch types are available, a general purpose sputtered ruthenium switch rated for up to 20 Watts, 1 Amp and a low level sputtered ruthenium switch rated at 10 Watts, 0.5 Amps.
    10 July, 2017
  • Thumbnail for AutomationDirect introduces Metrol line of limit/position switches

    AutomationDirect introduces Metrol line of limit/position switches

    Five precision limit switch series are available: precision touch with 3 micron or 5 micron accuracy; high precision touch and tool setter with 0.5 micron accuracy; ball plunger with 10 micron accuracy, and high temperature rated with 10 micron accuracy and operating temperatures up to 200°C.
    By: AutomationDirect, Automation Direct
    10 July, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Automation Professionals Are Catalysts for Change in Manufacturing

    Automation Professionals Are Catalysts for Change in Manufacturing

    As manufacturing marches on, automation professionals find themselves in the best position to improve the industry.
    By: Bill Lydon
    10 July, 2017 | 3 minutes
  • Thumbnail for ABB provides power distribution solution to Swiss data center

    ABB provides power distribution solution to Swiss data center

    The Swiss company Safe Host has built a new data center in Gland and it is the country’s largest carrier-neutral colocation facility with 14,400 m2 capacity. The data center must have the ability to continuously operate at all times, even during primary power outages.
    By: ABB
    07 July, 2017 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for Avoiding Robotics Defeat: Understanding the methods of robot programming

    Avoiding Robotics Defeat: Understanding the methods of robot programming

    By Jonathan Wilkins, EU Automation Most small and medium sized businesses don’t have a robotics programmer on staff. However, by learning the three main methods of programming — teach, lead and offline — they can prepare for the introduction of almost any type of robotics technology. This article explores the three main methods of robot programming.
    07 July, 2017 | 2 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Bedrock announces MIL-STD-461E and IEC 61000 certification for UPS-500 and SPS-500 power supplies

    Bedrock announces MIL-STD-461E and IEC 61000 certification for UPS-500 and SPS-500 power supplies

    This certification, which Bedrock Automation has also achieved on its flagship BedrockT control system, means Bedrock users now have maximal assurance of process continuity during an EMP event.
    07 July, 2017 | 1 minutes
  • Thumbnail for IFS Study: Enterprise software mobility a prerequisite to digital transformation

    IFS Study: Enterprise software mobility a prerequisite to digital transformation

    The study surveyed 200 industrial users of enterprise resource planning, field service management, enterprise asset management and other types of enterprise software.
    07 July, 2017 | 2 minutes
  • Thumbnail for IKO introduces CFKR series of double hex hole cam followers

    IKO introduces CFKR series of double hex hole cam followers

    IKO’s CFKR series is designed to meet the diverse needs of applications including transfer systems on machine equipment and production lines. Modifications can be made according to customer requirements.
    By: IKO International, Inc.
    07 July, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Badger Meter introduces Blancett B3100 series of flow meters

    Badger Meter introduces Blancett B3100 series of flow meters

    The functionality of the B3100 flow monitor is designed for use with automated systems in remote locations, such as monitoring of meters in oil fields.
    07 July, 2017
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