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Brian McCaffrey

Brian McCaffrey is program manager of Digital Enablement and Governance within Rockwell Automation’s Integrated Supply Chain Operation.  In this role, Brian works with Rockwell Automation’s internal Manufacturing Plants to make sure that its systems are properly supported, that people are trained, and that it is driving business value through the use of these systems. Brian has over 30 years of experience with Rockwell serving in a number of Manufacturing roles, primarily in Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Systems and Continuous Improvement.

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  • Thumbnail for Sensotech releases LiquiSonic V10 sensor

    Sensotech releases LiquiSonic V10 sensor

    Based on the modern principle of sonic velocity measurement, the LiquiSonic V10 provides an inline analytical solution used to determine the concentration of process liquids in industry and research.
    27 July, 2016
  • Thumbnail for Emerson introduces Rosemount CT5400 gas analyzer

    Emerson introduces Rosemount CT5400 gas analyzer

    The modular and scalable design of the CT5400 can incorporate up to six high-resolution laser modules and can detect, measure, and monitor up to 12 critical components simultaneously.
    27 July, 2016
  • Thumbnail for NK Technologies introduces AT/ATR-FD current transducers

    NK Technologies introduces AT/ATR-FD current transducers

    The sensor is compact (similar in size to a standard sensor case) and can be mounted on a back panel or DIN rail. It is compatible with most automation and control systems.
    27 July, 2016
  • Opto 22 releases PAC Project Automation Software v9.5

    The most significant addition in this version is new firmware for Opto 22 programmable automation controllers (PACs) that includes an HTTP/S server with a RESTful API.
    27 July, 2016
  • Thumbnail for Aerotech introduces QFOCUS QF-46 piezo nanopositioning stage

    Aerotech introduces QFOCUS QF-46 piezo nanopositioning stage

    The QF-46 is designed with next-generation optical instruments and laser machines in mind. It is suitable for any demanding optical application requiring high precision and throughput with long travels.
    27 July, 2016
  • Thumbnail for Lanner announces LEC-7230-CT1 industrial computer

    Lanner announces LEC-7230-CT1 industrial computer

    The LEC-7230-CT1, with its 0°C~55°C operating temperature range, is positioned as a solution for a range of deployment scenarios such as production line automation, surveillance NVR, home gateway, digital signage, and retail POS.
    27 July, 2016
  • Emerson Industrial's Unidrive AC delivers power for German textile company

    Freudenberg needed to replace an AC drive within their nonwoven production facility in Kaiserslautern, Germany. The need for a small footprint drove them to the Unidrive SP AC drive from Emerson.
    27 July, 2016 | 3 minutes
  • HIMA Rail Safety-Talk - Read it now!

    HIMA Rail Safety Talk: COTS, Megatrends and Future Mobility Concepts. Our guests were Johann Berger from ÖBB Infrastruktur AG, Frits Makkinga from Movares, Reinhold Hundt from Astran Business Consulting, and Sedat Sezgün from HIMA.
    27 July, 2016 | 1 minute
  • Allied announces Rebecca Weiser and Mary Edmonds as new directors

    Weiser joins Allied as Product Director in Product Management for the Interconnect, Passives and Electromechanical category of industrial automation products. Edmonds was promoted to Director of Web Development in Marketing for eCommerce.
    27 July, 2016 | 1 minute
  • FIPA builds End-of-Arm-Tooling to enhance FANUC robotics

    Built in FIPA’s American facilities, and installed in the testing and demonstration laboratory at FANUC headquarters in Rochester Hills, Michigan, this custom EOAT solution features four flat vacuum cups especially designed for heavy-duty ejector for process reliability.
    27 July, 2016 | 2 minutes
  • Eclipse Automation joins newly formed Smart Automation Group

    This partnership – which includes Eclipse Automation, Insys Industriesysteme AG, Transmoduls Ltd, SMZ Wickel-und Montagetechnik AG, JULI Technology, and ITE Automation – is forming to share best practices and industry IP to provide customers with automation solutions
    27 July, 2016 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for NEXCOM IoT Gateway Spurs A Cross-Industry Revolution with Smart Operations

    NEXCOM IoT Gateway Spurs A Cross-Industry Revolution with Smart Operations

    Powered by Intel® Atom™ processor E3826, NECOM's NISE 50 offers data acquisition, edge computing, and cloud integration with a thin client and provides an easy way to scale IoT applications with optional NEXCOM IoT Studio, helping enterprises implement continuous improvement across organizations.
    26 July, 2016
  • Smart Surfaces are Gaining Popularity due to heir Nano-Sized Structures and Unique Applications

    Smart surfaces market is driven by increasing demand for smart windshields in luxury car segment, North America is the largest market for smart surfaces globally, Smart surfaces market is expected to experience substantial growth throughout the forecast period
    26 July, 2016 | 2 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Automatic Subsea Blowout Preventer Stack Control System Using PLC-based SCADA

    Automatic Subsea Blowout Preventer Stack Control System Using PLC-based SCADA

    An extremely reliable remote control system for subsea blowout preventer stack is developed based on the off-the-shelf triple modular redundancy system.
    By: ISA Transactions
    25 July, 2016 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for CENIT introduces FASTSUITE Edition 2 factory automation software

    CENIT introduces FASTSUITE Edition 2 factory automation software

    CENITs’ universal software platform is designed to enable systems integrators and manufacturers to emulate a real production environment.
    25 July, 2016
  • Thumbnail for JM Science introduces Density/Specific Gravity Meter

    JM Science introduces Density/Specific Gravity Meter

    Designed for any industry that requires measurement of concentration or density, the Density/Specific Gravity Meter takes measurement in 20 seconds and requires a minimum sample of 1.0mL
    25 July, 2016
  • Thumbnail for Pentek announces Onyx Model 71791 L-Band RF tuner

    Pentek announces Onyx Model 71791 L-Band RF tuner

    The Model 71791 L-Band RF tuner is designed for connection directly to SATCOM or communications system L-band signals.
    25 July, 2016
  • Thumbnail for AURA Controls introduces EXC compact regulator

    AURA Controls introduces EXC compact regulator

    The EXC Compact Regulator is suited for applications including test benches, analytical instrumentation, and OEM equipment.
    25 July, 2016
  • Thumbnail for Aventics announces ST6 series of proximity sensors

    Aventics announces ST6 series of proximity sensors

    The ST6 sensor series includes a wide range of versions with different line lengths and connections. Aventics also offers variants with ATEX certification and covers application temperatures from -40°C to 120°C with its cold and heat-resistant versions.
    25 July, 2016
  • Test Automation Market Opportunities Analyzed in New Research Report

    MRRSE presents this most up-to-date research on "Test Automation Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast 2016 - 2024"
    25 July, 2016 | 2 minutes
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