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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 TRACO POWER announces THM 15 family of DC-DC converters

    TRACO POWER announces THM 15 family of DC-DC converters

    These 15 Watt DC-DC converters provide isolation of 5,000 VACrms (250 VACrms working voltage) with reinforced insulation and low leakage < 2.5uA. All models are certified to ANSI/AAMI ES 60601-1:2005/(R) 2012 3rd Edition for 2xMOPP compliance and are suitable for B & BF rated applications.
    By: TRACO Power North America, Inc.
    12 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for POSITAL announces multiturn absolute kit encoders

    POSITAL announces multiturn absolute kit encoders

    With POSITAL kit encoders, the control system always has complete information on the physical position of the mechanical components that it is directing.
    12 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for AutomationDirect introduces ProSense SC6 Series signal conditioners

    AutomationDirect introduces ProSense SC6 Series signal conditioners

    ProSense SC6 Series signal conditioners are housed in a 6mm width package that allows high density mounting on a 35mm DIN rail to optimize panel space.
    By: AutomationDirect, Automation Direct
    12 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for Beckhoff Automation announces TwinCAT 3 Building Automation software platform

    Beckhoff Automation announces TwinCAT 3 Building Automation software platform

    TwinCAT 3 Building Automation meshes with existing TwinCAT 3 modules for HMI and IoT, along with Analytics and Scope, and bundles functions for building automation into one universal tool.
    By: Beckhoff Automation
    12 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for Emerson introduces Branson UWS40 ultrasonic splicer

    Emerson introduces Branson UWS40 ultrasonic splicer

    The Branson UWS40 splicer is designed for productivity, whether deployed as a portable unit on a wire harness assembly board or on a tabletop.
    By: Emerson
    12 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for ISA announces registration call for 2018 ISA Water/Wastewater and Automatic Controls (WWAC) Symposium

    ISA announces registration call for 2018 ISA Water/Wastewater and Automatic Controls (WWAC) Symposium

    To be held at the Hyatt Regency , from 7-9 August 2018 in Bethesda, Maryland, the event will include briefings by American Water Works Association (AWWA) and Water Environment Federation (WEF) officials, training opportunities, and a vendor exhibition that will showcase new products and services.
    By: International Society of Automation (ISA)
    11 July, 2018 | 5 minutes
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  • Thumbnail for Honeywell helps Indian phenol and cumene plant enhance process operator traning

    Honeywell helps Indian phenol and cumene plant enhance process operator traning

    DPL is using Honeywell Connected Plant UniSim Operations to train process operators on safe startups and operations.
    By: Honeywell Industrial Automation & Control
    11 July, 2018 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for Mek introduces PowerSpector BTL AOI systems

    Mek introduces PowerSpector BTL AOI systems

    The Mek PowerSpector BTL AOI systems offer synchronized inspection of the top and bottom side of PCBs after Reflow, Wave or Selective soldering & placement of SMT & THT components.
    11 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for Sterling Systems & Controls announces Automated Feedmill Control System

    Sterling Systems & Controls announces Automated Feedmill Control System

    Included in this Feedmill Automation System is the control and automation of Batching, Grinding, Material Receiving, Truck Scale and Loadout processes. Two (2) desktop PC’s are provided.
    By: Sterling Systems & Controls, Inc.
    11 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for CAMI Research releases M4 low voltage continuity tester with twist pair relationship testing

    CAMI Research releases M4 low voltage continuity tester with twist pair relationship testing

    CAMI Research, manufacturer of the CableEye automation-ready cable and harness test system, has developed the capability of checking and measuring twist pair relationships in cables as short as six feet.
    By: CAMI Research Inc.
    11 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for Applied Motion Products introduces PS480D72 Switching Power Supply

    Applied Motion Products introduces PS480D72 Switching Power Supply

    The PS480D72 Switching Power Supply runs on 120 or 220V AC and provides 6.7 amps. The output of the supply is adjustable between 70 and 80 volts DC, making it compatible with drives and integrated motors that accept supply voltages in that range.
    By: Applied Motion Systems, Inc.
    11 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for Phoenix Contact releases VAL-US surge protection

    Phoenix Contact releases VAL-US surge protection

    The is Listed to UL 1449 and is available with up to 80 kA surge capacity. This line was developed specifically to conform to North American-centric voltage values and includes a variety of U.S.-based circuit configurations.
    By: Phoenix Contact
    11 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for EXAIR introduces 2-1/2" and 3" Heavy Duty Line Vacs

    EXAIR introduces 2-1/2" and 3" Heavy Duty Line Vacs

    Designed for industrial applications, Heavy Duty Line Vacs have a hardened alloy construction that are designed to prevent premature wear when transporting abrasive or heavy materials like shot blast, tumbling media or metal fittings.
    11 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for MINMAX releases MTQZ50 and the MTQZ75 DC-DC converter modules

    MINMAX releases MTQZ50 and the MTQZ75 DC-DC converter modules

    The MTQZ50 and MTQZ75 DC-DC converter series, comprising of 8 models, integrate an I/O isolation of 3000VAC, offering input voltage ranges of 72 (43-101 VDC) and 110 (66-160VDC) with outputs of 5V, 12V, 15V, and 24V.
    11 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for Fluidwell introduces E126 explosion-proof flow computer

    Fluidwell introduces E126 explosion-proof flow computer

    The E126 explosion-proof flow computer for corrected gas and liquid volume measurement measures the actual flow, temperature and pressure and converts it with a gas formula to gas volume at reference conditions.
    11 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for What Are the Performance Measures for Pipeline Leak Detection?

    What Are the Performance Measures for Pipeline Leak Detection?

    Performance measure for pipeline leak detection are generally taken to be sensitivity (the size leak that can be detected), specificity (the certainty that a detected event of some kind is actually a
    By: Edward J. Farmer
    11 July, 2018 | 6 minutes
  • Thumbnail for HEIDENHAIN announces appointment of David Doyle as CEO

    HEIDENHAIN announces appointment of David Doyle as CEO

    Doyle will assume responsibility for the HEIDENHAIN CORPORATION customer-focused operations for the U.S., Canada and Mexico. This change will complete the succession plan for Rick Korte, current CEO of HEIDENHAIN CORPORATION who will be retiring.
    By: Heidenhain Corp.
    10 July, 2018 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for Beckhoff introduces C6015 Industrial PC (IPC)

    Beckhoff introduces C6015 Industrial PC (IPC)

    Measuring 82 x 82 x 40 mm, the C6015 IPC with multi-core technology can be installed in confined spaces and is equipped with an Intel Atom processor that offers up to four CPU cores.
    By: Beckhoff Automation
    10 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for NewTek Sensor Solutions introduces M-375 Series Miniature AC LVDT

    NewTek Sensor Solutions introduces M-375 Series Miniature AC LVDT

    The NewTek M-375 Series Miniature AC LVDTs provide dynamic measurement for machine operations such as robotics, automatic inspection equipment, plastic injection molding, hydraulic cylinder and valve positioning, downhole drilling, and dimensional gaging.
    10 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for The Burden of Proof in Cybersecurity: Inside Eaton and Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Strategic Collaboration

    The Burden of Proof in Cybersecurity: Inside Eaton and Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Strategic Collaboration

    By Bill Lydon, Editor, Automation.com Recent security breaches have demonstrated the continued dynamic evolution of cybersecurity as vulnerabilities in both software and hardware continue to be identified. Consequently, it is increasingly imperative that cybersecurity is designed into the system components and overall design…and people will want proof of that.
    By: Eaton
    10 July, 2018 | 8 minutes
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