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John Burns

John Burns is director of OT Threat Hunting at Dragos Inc. The company has a global mission to safeguard civilization from those trying to disrupt the industrial infrastructure. It is a privately held company based in the Washington, D.C. area with a regional presence around the world. The Dragos Platform is designed to monitor, manage and respond to cyber threats to industrial control systems. The company also provides urgent incident response services, threat intelligence and a variety of tools to protect critical OT assets.

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  • Thumbnail for Rockwell Automation introduces Allen-Bradley VersaView 5000 portfolio

    Rockwell Automation introduces Allen-Bradley VersaView 5000 portfolio

    The VersaView 5000 portfolio, part of the Rockwell Automation scalable compute offerings, includes five products: VersaView 5400 display and nondisplay computers; VersaView 5200 display and nondisplay thin clients; and VersaView 5100 monitors.
    11 August, 2017
  • Thumbnail for FCI introduces model ST102A Flow Meter and the MT100 Series Flow Meters

    FCI introduces model ST102A Flow Meter and the MT100 Series Flow Meters

    Designed specifically for flow measurement in round pipes or stacks of 12 inches [300 mm] and larger diameter, and square or rectangular ducts with cross sectional area of 100 inches [250mm] and larger, the model ST102A Flow Meter and the new MT100 Series Flow Meters from Fluid Components International (FCI) provide two to eight non-clogging, no moving parts sensing points.
    11 August, 2017
    Sponsored By FCI - Fluid Components International
  • Thumbnail for Hardy announces HI 6600 modual sensor systems for PROFIBUS-DP

    Hardy announces HI 6600 modual sensor systems for PROFIBUS-DP

    The HI 6600 series is designed to support weighing applications in process and packaging such as inventory management, blending, filling and checking.
    11 August, 2017
  • Thumbnail for AICSYS introduces the LPC-T Series fanless panel PC

    AICSYS introduces the LPC-T Series fanless panel PC

    AICSYS Inc Industrial Automation Hardware manufacturer launched Fanless LPC-Series, a waterproof full IP65 compliant 6-sided sealed stainless steel chassis to prevent acid, liquid, and dust from damaging the Panel PC device and offers a sophisticated glossy and shiny surface.
    11 August, 2017
  • Thumbnail for NUM releases tool management software for Flexium+ CNC platform

    NUM releases tool management software for Flexium+ CNC platform

    Forming part of the latest version of NUM’ Flexium+ software (V4.1.00.00), the tool management facility provides an accessible database that can either be installed on a server platform for use with multiple CNC machine tools in a large production plant, or can be used standalone on a single CNC machine tool.
    10 August, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Softing announces enhanced OPC Suite with REST Connector, NoSQL support

    Softing announces enhanced OPC Suite with REST Connector, NoSQL support

    Softing’s dataFEED OPC Suite combines a full package of components for OPC and IoT cloud communication within a single product. In addition to the integrated REST interface, the MQTT gateway and OPC UA support enable integration of legacy and new controllers into cloud solutions such as Microsoft Azure or IBM Bluemix.
    10 August, 2017
  • Thumbnail for IDTechEx Report: RFID Market to reach $11.2 Billion in 2017

    IDTechEx Report: RFID Market to reach $11.2 Billion in 2017

    IDTechEx Research finds that in 2017, the total RFID market will be worth $11.2 billion, up from $10.52 billion in 2016 and $9.95 billion in 2015. This includes tags, readers and software/services for RFID labels, cards, fobs and other form factors, for passive and active RFID.
    10 August, 2017 | 1 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Automation Federation introduces new automation explanation video for students

    Automation Federation introduces new automation explanation video for students

    The video is designed to serve as a great resource to share with the younger generation, particularly those in middle and high schools who are exploring potential career paths. It can also serve as a resource for those individuals looking to transition into a new field.
    10 August, 2017 | 1 minutes
  • Thumbnail for CP Automation and Magnetek announce partnership to enhance crane offerings

    CP Automation and Magnetek announce partnership to enhance crane offerings

    Cranes can be fitted with both CP Automation and Magnetek products as an integrated package, including power delivery systems, radio remote control transmitters, motor gearboxes, failsafe brakes and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
    10 August, 2017 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for Phoenix Contact releases Safe Energy Control surge protective devices

    Phoenix Contact releases Safe Energy Control surge protective devices

    Designed for meeting small footprint requirements with high-energy handling capabilities, these pluggable devices include local and remote status indicators, and reversible keyed plugs and bases for maintenance
    10 August, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Aerotech introduces ThermoComp mechatronic solution for positioning stage thermal errors

    Aerotech introduces ThermoComp mechatronic solution for positioning stage thermal errors

    Through the employment of integrated hardware and sensors, and a proprietary compensation algorithm implemented via Aerotech’s A3200 controller software, ThermoComp works to minimize stage inaccuracy due to thermal effects even over extreme temperature ranges.
    10 August, 2017
  • Thumbnail for FUTEK instrumentation helps measure bite of great white shark on Discovery Channel

    FUTEK instrumentation helps measure bite of great white shark on Discovery Channel

    The production team engineers at Peacock Productions used three FUTEK Donut/Through Hole load cells as well as FUTEK instrumentation to test a great white shark’s bite force.
    10 August, 2017 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for Endress + Hauser earns Digital Champion award for Memosens sensors

    Endress + Hauser earns Digital Champion award for Memosens sensors

    Memosens sensors measure the pH-value in liquids, for example, and transform it into a digital signal while still in the sensor. The data is then passed on via a contactless system and provides measurement results.
    10 August, 2017 | 2 minutes
  • Book Excerpt + Author Q&A: Calibration Handbook of Measuring Instruments

    This is a handy reference and consultation handbook written mainly for operators who verify and calibrate measuring instruments.
    By: Joel Don
    09 August, 2017 | 4 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Neousys introduces Nuvo-6108GC GPU computer

    Neousys introduces Nuvo-6108GC GPU computer

    Powered by Intel Xeon E3 v5 or 6th Gen Core processor with C236 chipset, Nuvo-6108GC supports up to 32GB ECC/ non-ECC DDR4 memory and has rich I/O ports such as Gigabit Ethernet, USB3.0, video ports and serial ports.
    09 August, 2017
  • Thumbnail for RS Components partners with Crowdcube to spark engineering innovation

    RS Components partners with Crowdcube to spark engineering innovation

    The agreement between RS and Crowdcube marks an important expansion of the third-party services available to UK-based DesignSpark members. Members applying through DesignSpark, to be considered by Crowdcube for equity crowdfunding, will benefit from a 10% discount in Crowdcube’s standard fees, if accepted.
    09 August, 2017 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for Antaira introduces IMP-C1000-SFP series of Ethernet-to-fiber converter

    Antaira introduces IMP-C1000-SFP series of Ethernet-to-fiber converter

    The IMP-C1000-SFP series is designed for outdoor applications such as factory automation, security, ITS transportation, power/utility, water wastewater treatment plants, and any other ambient weather environments.
    09 August, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Teledyne DALSA cameras help University of Toronto Aerospace Team at Unmanned Systems Canada competition

    Teledyne DALSA cameras help University of Toronto Aerospace Team at Unmanned Systems Canada competition

    Teledyne DALSA provided 2 Genie cameras for the mission. The primary payload, a Genie TS-C4096 provided coverage of surveillance regions with high ground resolutions for effective target detection and characterization. A second Genie Nano C1940 model provided color imaging from a multirotor. In 2018, both teams plan to deploy the Genie Nano C5100 as their primary imaging payload.
    09 August, 2017 | 1 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Dataforth announces Python API for MAQ20 data acquisition and control system

    Dataforth announces Python API for MAQ20 data acquisition and control system

    The MAQ20 data acquisition and control system uses a Python API; this employs an object-oriented approach for communicating with MAQ20 systems, thereby providing an interface where the low-level Modbus commands are hidden from normal use.
    09 August, 2017 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for HARTING earns quality award from Hitachi Rail

    HARTING earns quality award from Hitachi Rail

    Hitachi Rail had selected HARTING from among more than 150 suppliers. HARTING is considered preferred connectivity supplier.HARTING develops and manufactures cabling for car transitions (so-called jumper cables) for Hitachi’s AT200 and AT300 trains.
    09 August, 2017 | 1 minute
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