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Industry 4.0: Dispelling the myths surrounding smart manufacturing
By Nigel Smith, TM Robotics As we enter the era of Industry 4.0, this article will help dispel some common misconceptions about implementing smart manufacturing. -
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PLCopen releases version 2.0 of Safety Specification Part 1
The original document describes the functionalities as well as extensive state diagrams which add to the understanding, references to the applicable standards, description of error behavior, functional checks, and error codes, and identifies different programming levels. -
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EU Automation releases '4.0 Sight – Digital industry around the world' book
The book features interviews with industry experts from around the globe who give insight in to the future of manufacturing. The book is available to order in print. -
Industry Product
HARTING introduces Han ES Press HMC series connector
The quick connect technology is dubbed the Han ES Press HMC, with the suffix ‘HMC’ standing for High Mating Cycles. The contact inserts are equipped with a pre-tensioned cage clamp which is triggered by an actuator. -
Industry Product
ABB announces release of Freelance 2019 distributed control system (DCS) solution
The Freelance suite of solutions comprises Freelance Operations for use at operator level, a scalable process level option, and Freelance Engineering which is used to configure and commission the system including the operator interface. -
Industry Product
Aerotech releases GL4 scanner controller
The GL4 uses interpolation electronics to provide up to 26-bits of effective resolution while onboard real-time 2D calibration ensures accurate beam placement over the entire field of view. -
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ISA to provide end-user perspective in IEC systems committee on smart manufacturing
An IEC systems committee is intended to set high-level interfaces and functional requirements that span multiple work areas across the IEC and its partner, the International Organization of Standardization (ISO), to achieve a coordinated standards development plan. -
Industry Product
Marktech Optoelectronics introduces Model MTPD1346D-xx series of InGaAs/InP broadband PIN photodiodes
Typical applications include aerospace, automation, autonomous vehicles, high-speed communications, industrial controls, LIDAR, medical, material and chemical analysis, security, and wearables, among others. -
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TSN (Time Sensitive Networking): Lack of timing mechanism remains an elephant in the room
By Bill Lydon, Editor, Automation.com The buzz continues to grow in anticipation of TSN’s turn to mainstream. Yet, the big missing piece that continues to hinder that key evolution is a lack of complete solutions for time management. -
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CC-Link Partner Association announces CC-Link IE TSN specification
CC-Link IE TSN was developed to meet future market demands and has added Time Sensitive Networking (TSN) technology,which areadditional standards related to IEEE Ethernet,to integrate Operational Technology (OT) and IT while further strengthening performance and functionality. -
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Festo announces dedication of Technology Engineering Center for the life sciences
The TEC is the company’s first engineering center in the United States devoted to the life sciences. The choice of the United States for this engineering center was based on this country’s leadership in the global life sciences industry. -
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Endress+Hauser announces Saudi Arabian calibration and training center
The training center features a classroom with interactive technology, an equipped workshop and a field bus training lab. It offers practical, hands-on training programs designed to impart knowledge on measurement technologies and process control systems that are in demand by the hydrocarbon, power and water & wastewater industries. -
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Weidmüller Group announces Terry Hodgson as President of Weidmuller USA
As Executive VP of Weidmuller North America, Mr. Hodgson has full responsibility of Weidmuller operations in the US, Canada and Mexico. His primary focus is the Weidmuller USA market and organizational areas of Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Manufacturing, P&L and Operations -
FeatureHow Programming Standards Improve Automation and Controls
IEC 61131-3 software standards improve the quality of applications and the efficiency of building applications. Structured modular software improves the reuse of applications. -
Industry Product
E+E Elektronik introduces EE1950 dew point measurement module
Together with an additional, external temperature sensor, the EE1950 allows for calculation of the relative humidity. It is therefore a solution for climatic chamber control. -
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Industrial Internet Consortium announces results for Smart Manufacturing Connectivity for Brown-field Sensors Testbed
IIC-member participants TE Connectivity and SAP SE, with supporting participants OPC Foundation and ifm, developed a solution that enables operators of decades old manufacturing facilities (brown-fields) to connect sensors to an IT system using existing infrastructure without affecting real-time operations. -
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Zuken, CADENAS and ECAD-Port announce component library cooperation
The three partners are working together to provide online access to free, validated electrical component data to users of Zuken’s E³.series electrical design tools -
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The Importance of Context in Data Collection
By George Walker, Novotek UK and Ireland It’s no secret that data collection is important for generating valuable insight that helps plant managers improve efficiency in industrial systems. However, what seems unknown to many in the industry is the importance of understanding the context of the data being analysed. -
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YXLON announces Thomas Wenzel as General Manager
On December 1, 2018, Thomas Wenzel will take over the management of the IXS division from Matthias Barz, who has led it since July 2018 as interim manager and who will continue to assist with the initiated measures until their completion -
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Industrial Internet Consortium announces results for Smart Manufacturing Connectivity for Brown-field Sensors Testbed
IIC-member participants TE Connectivity and SAP SE, with supporting participants OPC Foundation and ifm, developed a solution that enables operators of decades old manufacturing facilities (brown-fields) to connect sensors to an IT system using existing infrastructure without affecting real-time operations.