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Robert Lu

Robert Lu is the VP of product engineering for Premio inc. Premio is a global solutions provider specializing in computing technology from the edge to the cloud, including embedded IoT computers, rugged edge computers, HMI displays, and HPC storage servers.  For more than 30 years, the company has designed and manufactured highly reliable, worldclass computing solutions for enterprises with complex, highly specialized requirements.

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  • Thumbnail for Fluke and Veros Systems partner to release Fluke 438-II Power Quality and Motor Analyzer

    Fluke and Veros Systems partner to release Fluke 438-II Power Quality and Motor Analyzer

    The Fluke 438-II analyzes three-phase power quality measurements and uses an innovative method developed by Veros to calculate motor output torque, speed, horsepower and efficiency.
    By: Fluke Corporation
    12 May, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Alliance Sensors Group introduces SS-7 series of linear variable inductive transducers (LVIT)

    Alliance Sensors Group introduces SS-7 series of linear variable inductive transducers (LVIT)

    The SS-7 is designed to be embedded into a hydraulic cylinder and utilizes the gun-drilled piston rod as a target, sensing it’s position with-out the need for a magnet.
    12 May, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Turck releases TBEN-S-RFID interface

    Turck releases TBEN-S-RFID interface

    Due to their ability to connect actuators and sensors to RFID read/write heads simultaneously, the block modules are ideal for retrofitting RFID applications.
    By: TURCK Inc.
    12 May, 2017
  • Thumbnail for GE Digital announces latest version of its Asset Performance Management solution

    GE Digital announces latest version of its Asset Performance Management solution

    The GE Digital APM suite covers the full spectrum of APM services from risk assessment and asset strategy development through condition-based maintenance (CBM), predictive maintenance, reliability centered maintenance, root cause analysis, and inspection and compliance management.
    By: GE Digital
    12 May, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Beckhoff releases CPX Control Panel and Panel PC series

    Beckhoff releases CPX Control Panel and Panel PC series

    The CPX portfolio offers a selection of screen formats, sizes, installation options and features. The range of formats includes 15 inch (4:3), 19 inch (5:4), and 21.5 inch (16:9 widescreen) versions.
    By: Beckhoff Automation
    12 May, 2017
  • Thumbnail for H2W Technologies introduces VCS20-020-CR-01-MC-F3K voice coil positioning stage

    H2W Technologies introduces VCS20-020-CR-01-MC-F3K voice coil positioning stage

    It comes supplied with a crossed roller bearing. The motor coil is the moving part of the assembly in order to reduce the moving mass of the system. Power is supplied to the motor via a flat ribbon cable.
    12 May, 2017
  • Thumbnail for FSG introduced MH680-III-MU-G magnetic encoder series

    FSG introduced MH680-III-MU-G magnetic encoder series

    The single-turn encoder is equipped with three electrically isolated Hall measuring systems to meet requirements in safety-related applications, i.e. in cases where redundant signals for monitoring do not suffice or additional signal outputs are needed to visualize the process.
    12 May, 2017
  • Thumbnail for AutoQuiz: Best Strategy for Finding Efficient Operating Points with Complex Shifting Process Conditions

    AutoQuiz: Best Strategy for Finding Efficient Operating Points with Complex Shifting Process Conditions

    Real-time optimization with a detailed process model is the best approach to fining the most efficient operating points.
    By: Joel Don
    12 May, 2017 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for ISA and Automation Federation help advocate STEM for students at 2017 FIRST Championship

    ISA and Automation Federation help advocate STEM for students at 2017 FIRST Championship

    The competition provides students, from grades 9 through 12, with the opportunity to use sophisticated software and hardware, learn from professional engineers, collaborate, earn recognition, and qualify for millions of dollars in college scholarships. In all, approximately 83,000 students on 3,336 teams from 25 countries competed in FIRST competitions during the 2017 season.
    By: International Society of Automation (ISA)
    11 May, 2017 | 3 minutes
    Sponsored By International Society of Automation (ISA)
  • Thumbnail for Automated Conveyer Solutions: The answer to rising labor rates?

    Automated Conveyer Solutions: The answer to rising labor rates?

    By John Murdoch, Alfacon Solutions At lower wages, it was more difficult to cost-justify the automation expense. Management could throw more labor at the volume issue. Now with much higher labor rates (not including health insurance, workers’ compensation, vacation time, and safety concerns), conveyor automation is axiomatic and needed more than ever before.
    11 May, 2017 | 2 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Bedrock's Open Secure Automation controller earns Achilles Level 2 certification

    Bedrock's Open Secure Automation controller earns Achilles Level 2 certification

    The Achilles Test Platform helps manufacturers of mission critical infrastructure solutions ensure that their products are less vulnerable to cyberattacks. The Bedrock SCC has achieved Achilles Level 2 certificatio
    11 May, 2017 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for Hammer-IMS delivers automated measurement systems for ANL Plastics

    Hammer-IMS delivers automated measurement systems for ANL Plastics

    ANL Plastics is a European manufacturer of thermoformed plastic packaging products. ANL Plastics, headquartered in Wellen, Belgium, has three manufacturing plants in Europe, enabling distribution across the continent.
    11 May, 2017 | 2 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Turck announces acquisition of U Grok It Smartphone RFID technology and products

    Turck announces acquisition of U Grok It Smartphone RFID technology and products

    Turck licensed U Grok It’s technology for its PD-IDENT handheld reader (Turck part number: PD-IDENT-UHF-RUG-MOBILE-860-960) in 2016, allowing customers to use their iOS and Android devices to track, control, and manage RFID applications. By investing in this technology, Turck continues to support the platform and development tools for both Turck and U Grok It customers.
    By: TURCK Inc.
    11 May, 2017 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for Beckhoff introduces ELX series of EtherCAT terminals

    Beckhoff introduces ELX series of EtherCAT terminals

    With I/O terminals that feature explosion protection, the ELX series expands the Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal system, which already offered more than 100 different signal types.
    By: Beckhoff Automation
    11 May, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Aplus Finetek announces EPR series of paddlewheel flow meter

    Aplus Finetek announces EPR series of paddlewheel flow meter

    Using magnetic paddlewheel technology and electronics, the EPR continuously measures the flow of liquids in pipes with a velocity range of 0.98ft/s~32.8ft/s (0.3m/s~10.0m/s) in pipe sizes from ¾” through 2” (DN20 to DN50).
    By: Aplus Finetek Sensor, Inc.
    11 May, 2017
  • Thumbnail for EPLAN announces launch of EPLAN Cogineer

    EPLAN announces launch of EPLAN Cogineer

    EPLAN Cogineer is fully integrated into the EPLAN Platform shared by EPLAN Electric P8 and other EPLAN software products. This allows users to create project data in EPLAN Electric P8, and then generate the schematics using that data in EPLAN Cogineer without any duplication of effort.
    By: EPLAN Software & Services
    11 May, 2017
  • Thumbnail for ATAM introduces model 455 solenoid

    ATAM introduces model 455 solenoid

    The model 455 solenoid which features an explosion-proof case and ATEX and IECEx certifications for gas and dust for zones 1 and 2. This model is addressed to demanding hydraulic applications.
    11 May, 2017
  • Thumbnail for ABB announces winners of 2017 Robotics Value Provider awards

    ABB announces winners of 2017 Robotics Value Provider awards

    The awards were presented during ABB’s annual Robotics Value Provider Conference the week of April 4th in Chicago, IL. Accepting the awards were Ryan Okelberry, Co-owner, House of Design; Claudimar Bortolin, CEO, Torfresma Industrial; and Lance Guymon, Engineering Manager and Drew Akey, Project Manager, both of Wolf Robotics.
    By: ABB
    10 May, 2017 | 1 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Vecoplan uses Rockwell Automation to help automate sorting of waste and recycling in NYC

    Vecoplan uses Rockwell Automation to help automate sorting of waste and recycling in NYC

    AES needed an expert integrator who knew the demands of recycling firsthand, with an engineering staff that could coordinate the equipment and automate the entire facility. Vecoplan, an industry provider of building and automating recycling technology, knew it could take on that project.
    By: Rockwell Automation
    10 May, 2017 | 4 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Cybersecurity & Regulation in Manufacturing: What’s on Tap for 2017

    Cybersecurity & Regulation in Manufacturing: What’s on Tap for 2017

    By Tom Gilheany, Learning@Cisco The manufacturing sector has the dubious distinction of being the second-largest target of cyber criminals; only healthcare surpasses it. This article discusses how this may shape manufacturing trends and regulations in 2017
    By: Cisco Systems
    10 May, 2017 | 4 minutes
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