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The EE820 sensor from E+E Elektronik is appropriate for monitoring the CO2 concentration in harsh and polluted applications such as agriculture and life stock barns.

This release introduces DashHub, a dashboard and reporting module that provides actionable, visual representation of operational performance data.

Depending on the version, the BFT sensors provide PNP switching outputs, analog signals 0...10V /4...20mA or work as a PT1000 sensor. They are simple to install by threading into the process using a standard process connection with G- and NPT threads. Integrating them requires a 4-pin M12 plug on the sensor.

The MT-114-RG is a bearing assembly that allows the T-114-RG style thrust bearing series to be threaded onto a shaft for mounting or to be bolted into place.

For manufacturers, the stakes have never been higher. Under FSMA regulations, failure to implement an effective supply chain risk management program could subject food companies and their officers to significant liability and even criminal charges.

In her role, Grant is responsible for supplier diversity strategic planning and diversity sourcing and procurement. Since joining the company in 2016, Grant has increased diverse supplier spend year over year and expandedthe company’s classifications of diverse suppliers to include LGBTQ suppliers.

This location allows Radiant to provide local support to its automotive customer base, with direct resources to enable measurement solutions development for displays, lighting, head-up displays (HUD), and a range of automated visual inspection applications.

By Jack Wilson, Optimum Consultancy Services Business Process Automation (BPA) is no longer a new concept. In some sectors, it has become so accepted as to be expected. Those who are not utilizing BPA are looked upon as lagging behind the pack, while those with BPA implemented throughout all layers of their organization are reaping the benefits.

With dimensions of 129 x 133 x 104 mm, the C6032 IPC is designed to enhance the scalability of the PC-based controller portfolio from Beckhoff.

Main goal in design of new PID controllers is reduction of the frequency of measurement needed for control without degrading the closed loop performance.

The Indegy Industrial Cybersecurity Suite is purpose-built to provide real-time situational awareness and visibility into ICS networks. It combines behavioral anomaly detection with policy based rules for threat detection and mitigation, and visibility into asset inventory.

Bio-G’s scheduling and modeling systems combined with Emerson’s life sciences technology and expertise portfolio will help companies bring therapies for cancer, diabetes and other illnesses to patients sooner.

The Board of Directors of ABB and its CEO Ulrich Spiesshofer (55) have mutually agreed for him to step down from his role, which he has held since 2013.

FLIR Thermal Studio offers measurement functions, formula capability, and custom analysis templates for professional thermographers. This program allows tuning of entire batches of thermal photos or videos with a few clicks.

The Mendix application platform’s AI-assisted, visual development model expands the pool of talent available to develop IoT applications. Business developers, domain engineers, and plant operations staff — in addition to professional developers — can build IoT solutions without the need for coding.

With machine learning, the automation controller can learn the desired algorithms from process data. With this alternative approach, ML models can be trained and then used to deliver solutions.

Cabtite features a modular design that includes three basic components– a frame, snap-in inlays and sealing grommets. The frame is made from fiberglass reinforced plastic and is available in four different sizes.

The WAL 340 has a measurement range of 0 to 290°. Mechanical range is a continuous 360° with no stop. It accepts an 8 mm D-Shaped shaft.

The winning caption for this comic caption contest was submitted by Eoin R, in Ireland. Congratulations, Eoin!

By Bill Lydon, Automation.com The Ford Livonia plant incorporated an automated transmission production line which illustrated the advantages and results of digitalization based on Ford’s goal of applying solid logic, planning, and execution to “be the number one transmission manufacturer in the world.”