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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 Emerson announces Roxar RMS 11 reservoir characterization software

    Emerson announces Roxar RMS 11 reservoir characterization software

    Emerson’s Roxar RMS reservoir modeling software is a geosciences and reservoir engineering platform for seismic interpretation, well log interpretation and correlation, mapping, geomodeling, gridding and flow simulation.
    By: Emerson
    23 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for Balluff introduces safety light curtains with IO-Link connectivity

    Balluff introduces safety light curtains with IO-Link connectivity

    Users can choose from finger, hand or body detection versions, covering protective heights from 150mm (6 inches) to 1800 mm (71 inches). These safety light curtains meet the levels of safety required by EN ISO 13849 (PLe) and IEC/EN 61508/62061 (SIL 3).
    23 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for Tuning PID Controllers for Integrating Systems Using a Direct Synthesis Method [Technical]

    Tuning PID Controllers for Integrating Systems Using a Direct Synthesis Method [Technical]

    Research presents a new design for a PID controller with a lead lag filter using multiple dominant pole placement method.
    By: ISA Transactions
    23 July, 2018 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for How Digital Twins are Changing the Energy Industry

    How Digital Twins are Changing the Energy Industry

    By Martyn Williams, COPA-DATA UK Improved operations, a reduction in unplanned outages and better managed variations in market conditions — it's the idyllic aim of power leaders across the globe, but how is the digital twin concept making this goal a reality?
    By: COPA-DATA
    20 July, 2018 | 2 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Universal Robots announces UR3e, UR5e and UR10e robot arms

    Universal Robots announces UR3e, UR5e and UR10e robot arms

    With a built-in, tool-centric force/torque sensor, the e-Series is ready to take on collaborative robot applications that require force control such as sanding, buffing, polishing and deburring where force-feedback is paramount in order to obtain uniform results.
    20 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for IBASE introduces IBR115 2.5-inch SBC and the IBR117 3.5-inch SBC

    IBASE introduces IBR115 2.5-inch SBC and the IBR117 3.5-inch SBC

    IBR115 and IBR117 are scalable SBCs with extended operating temperature support of -40°C to 85°C and an optional heatsink. Supporting 1GB DDR3 memory on board, the boards provide a number of interfaces for HDMI and single LVDS display interface, 4GB eMMC, Micro SD, COM, GPIO, USB, USB-OTG, Gigabit Ethernet and a M.2 Key-E interface.
    By: IBASE Technology Inc.
    20 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for Nanotec announces LGA28 and LGA42 series of linear actuators

    Nanotec announces LGA28 and LGA42 series of linear actuators

    The linear actuators offer a integrated linear guide with movable polygon profile, feeding is possible without additional mechanical components.
    20 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for Electromate announces Gam VP Series Performance Plus miniature spiral bevel gearboxes

    Electromate announces Gam VP Series Performance Plus miniature spiral bevel gearboxes

    The miniature VP Series is designed for miniature automation applications, such as medical and semiconductor. The housings are manufactured from aluminum.
    By: Servo2Go.com Ltd.
    20 July, 2018
    Sponsored By Servo2Go.com Ltd.
  • Thumbnail for FLIR announces FLIR ONE Pro LT

    FLIR announces FLIR ONE Pro LT

    All FLIR One Pro models feature FLIR’s MSX and VividIR video signal processing technology to deliver thermal image quality.
    By: FLIR Systems, Inc.
    20 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for AutoQuiz: How to Assess the Optimal Alarm Deadband Setting

    AutoQuiz: How to Assess the Optimal Alarm Deadband Setting

    Learn to assess the alarm deadband setting on a high alarm.
    By: Joel Don
    20 July, 2018 | 1 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Schneider Electric announces winners of 2018 CAPP Awards

    Schneider Electric announces winners of 2018 CAPP Awards

    The annual competition recognizes Schneider Electric technology partner companies and individuals responsible for the innovations, achievements and service that empower industrial and infrastructure customers to turn their process automation investments into the profit engines of their businesses.
    By: Schneider Electric
    19 July, 2018 | 1 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Quantum Design to break ground on new Illinois headquarters

    Quantum Design to break ground on new Illinois headquarters

    Currently working out of 4 different locations in Loves Park, Rockford and South Beloit, Quantum Design recognized that a move was necessary in order to become more efficient and keep up with the current growth. However, retaining existing employees was equally important
    By: Quantum Design, Inc.
    19 July, 2018 | 1 minute
    Sponsored By Quantum Design, Inc.
  • Thumbnail for ABB announces Darcy Simonis as Industry Network Leader for food and beverage

    ABB announces Darcy Simonis as Industry Network Leader for food and beverage

    In her new role at ABB, Darcy will continue to develop and strengthen ABB’s global food and beverage business. She will drive the growth plan together with the food and beverage country and business leads.
    By: ABB
    19 July, 2018 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for IT/OT Convergence Means Greater Resources for Both

    IT/OT Convergence Means Greater Resources for Both

    By Robert Landavazo, Tripwire The OT/IT convergence will no doubt be looked back upon as a turning point in industry’s fight for cyber security and further harnessing of technology for business success. Being an early, proactive leader in that regard certainly, in general, seems like a good role to be playing.
    By: Belden
    19 July, 2018 | 4 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Microchip Technology introduces PAC1932/33 power monitoring devices

    Microchip Technology introduces PAC1932/33 power monitoring devices

    The PAC1932/33 devices include what is needed to measure power on a single Integrated Circuit (IC), integrating multiple channels in a single package for applications such as Point of Sale (POS) systems, ATMs and building automation.
    19 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for ABB introduces ABB Ability Connected Paint Atomizer

    ABB introduces ABB Ability Connected Paint Atomizer

    ABB’s paint atomizer is designed to double the operating time between manual cleaning from two to more than four hours for the externally-charged atomizer. The entire ABB painting system offers an environmentally friendly solution that provides real-time analysis and diagnostics.
    By: ABB
    19 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for Silicon Designs announces Model 2422H MEMS variable capacitive accelerometer modules

    Silicon Designs announces Model 2422H MEMS variable capacitive accelerometer modules

    Available in eight models, with standard ranges from ±2 g to ±400 g, the Model 2422H series is designed for zero-to-medium frequency vibration and acceleration sensing, in commercial and industrial applications where a hermetically sealed case and +5 VDC regulated power supply are absolute requirements.
    19 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for Larson Electronics announces EPS-PB10-DPDT explosion proof single push button switch

    Larson Electronics announces EPS-PB10-DPDT explosion proof single push button switch

    The EPS-PB10-DPDT from Larson Electronics is an explosion proof single push button switch rated at 10-amps and operates on 600V AC with a choice of ½” inch or ¾” hub sizes for connection.
    19 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for TRACO POWER releases TPP 450A series of 450 watt power supplies

    TRACO POWER releases TPP 450A series of 450 watt power supplies

    The TPP 450A series consists of 6 single output models of (12~53 VDC). Standard features include; aux output of 5VSB / 2A and a 12V / 0.5 A for fan cooling, Remote Sense, Power Good and Remote On/Off.
    By: TRACO Power North America, Inc.
    19 July, 2018
  • Thumbnail for Weintek introduces cMT-iM21 touchscreen monitor

    Weintek introduces cMT-iM21 touchscreen monitor

    While it weighs 4.9kg, it has an aluminum enclosure, 6H anti-scratch tempered glass surface, and NEMA4/IP65 protection structure ensure that cMT-iM21 will serve as a monitoring assistant in industrial environments.
    19 July, 2018
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