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FeatureIO-Link Connects Intelligent Sensors and Actuators in the Process Industries
IO-Link is being used in a wide range of applications as an open standard for smart sensor I/O, primarily for discrete devices. IO-Link is a point-to-point network communications standard and protocol -
NewsSharing Industrial Cybersecurity Guidance Across Sectors
Recently, there have been several efforts to apply and adapt standards developed for one sector or industry to others. ARC Advisory Group expects this trend to continue as industry groups, suppliers, and asset owners strive to optimize their response. -
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Retrofitting Cybersecurity
By Robin Whitehead, Boulting Technology Many systems that have been retrofitted for compatibility with the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) are not well protected. This article explains the top considerations to ensure cybersecurity when retrofitting a system. -
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VDMA to showcase OPC UA demonstrator at automatica 2018
Together with member companies, the Machine Vision, Integrated Assembly Solutions and Robotics groups are developing vendor- independent information models: In this way, the machines will speak the same language in the future. -
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Siemens and Northvolt announce partnership to develop green lithium-ion batteries
Once completed in 2020, Siemens intends to purchase batteries from the factory, making Northvolt a preferred supplier. Siemens will support the partnership through an investment of EUR 10 million. -
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Sharing Industrial Cybersecurity Guidance Across Sectors
By Eric C. Cosman, ARC Advisory Group Recently, there have been several efforts to apply and adapt standards developed for one sector or industry to others. ARC Advisory Group expects this trend to continue as industry groups, suppliers, and asset owners strive to optimize their response. -
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HMS Industrial Networks announces release of 4G LTE version of eWON Cosy remote access gateway
Using an eWON Cosy with a 4G cellular connection allows users to access their machinery in remote places where Ethernet is not available. -
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L-com introduces Cat5e, Cat6 and Cat6a series of RJ45 jacks
These Cat5e, Cat6 and Cat6a tool-less jacks were designed with an easy termination design. Each jack is color coded for both the EIA/TIA568 A and B standards. -
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NK Technologies introduces DT-FD series of DC current transducers
The DT-FD series provides a sensing window and the ability to safely monitor circuits with voltages up to 1500 VDC, and up to 400 amps. The sensor can be mounted on a DIN rail or attached to a back panel with screws. -
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Pickering Interfaces introduces version 6 of Switch Path Manager signal routing software
This signal routing software works to simplify signal routing through complex switching systems and speed up the development of switching system software. -
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Balluff releases break-off magnetic mount with tag holder
Balluff's break-off magnetic mount with tag holder allows for integration of RFID systems. Using a magnetic connection, they are designed for presses where frequent tool or size changes are required. -
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Nanotec introduces PD2-C-IP brushless DC servo motor
The PD2-C-IP is available as a brushless DC motor, with an operating voltage of 12-48 V and a rated power of 105 W, and as a stepper motor with a nominal torque of up to 0.5 Nm. -
FeatureAutoQuiz: What Is the Cause of Cavitation in a Liquid Flow Stream?
When fluid drops below a liquid's vapor pressure, a gas is formed. As fluid moves downstream to where the fluid pressure is greater than the vapor pressure, it "collapses" back into a liquid. -
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Gowanda Components Group announces acquisition of HiSonic
Terms of the deal were not disclosed but GCG has stated that HiSonic’s operations will remain in Olathe, Kansas. In addition to Olathe, GCG has four other production facilities located within the United States. -
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Cutting Out the Middleman: Will ERP remove the need for manufacturing execution systems?
By Jakob Björklund, IFS Manufacturers are beginning to see the value in integrating business software such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). However specialist Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) often do the same job as these supporting solutions, acting as an unnecessary middleman. This article asks the hard questions about whether MES is necessary in many industrial situations. -
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ISA helps facilitate cybersecurity training at Cyber Shield 2018
More than 800 soldiers, airmen and civilians from across 40 US states and territories participated in Cyber Shield 2018 at Camp Atterbury in Indiana -
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Honeywell provides process technologies for Thai aromatics facility
As part of the project, Honeywell UOP will provide licensing, design, key equipment and catalysts and adsorbents. When completed in 2022, the complex will produce 1.2 million metric tons per year of paraxylene used to make plastic resins, films and fibers -
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Kistler announces version 2.1.0 of ComoNeo process monitoring system
Based on the measurement of cavity pressure with sensors from Kistler, users are provided with modular functions to support predictive control of the injection molding process. Support, monitoring, control and prediction make Version 2.1.0 of Kistler's ComoNeo a tool for process transparency. -
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FCI announces enhanced version of ST50 mass flow meter series
The installation of ST50 Series Flow Meters in the process control loops of industrial air blower and dryer systems provides hot air flow rate monitoring. The use of mass flow meters ensures rate of flow measurement and totalized flow measurement for zone control and overall system operational efficiency. -
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TRACO POWER releases THM 20 family of medical 20 Watt DC/DC converters
The THM 20 series are a solution not only for medical equipment but also for ITE applications such as transportation, control & measurement or IGBT drivers.