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With more than 20 years of experience in the IT realm, Tchule Ribeiro is a seasoned leader in cybersecurity and infrastructure management. His career has spanned a variety of dynamic industries, including finance, civil engineering, pharmaceutical and construction. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, and an MBA in Computer Network Project Management, with further qualifications in network technology and electronics.

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  • Thumbnail for Honeywell to build Integrated Control and Safety System (ICSS) for BP offshore platform off Trinidad and Tobago

    Honeywell to build Integrated Control and Safety System (ICSS) for BP offshore platform off Trinidad and Tobago

    As the project’s main automation contractor (MAC), Honeywell will deliver all systems, detailed engineering and lead procurement for the integrated control and safety system. The solution will be based on Honeywell’s flagship control system, the Experion Process Knowledge System (PKS)
    By: Honeywell Process Solutions
    22 November, 2019 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for Emerson introduces Daniel V707 back pressure control valve

    Emerson introduces Daniel V707 back pressure control valve

    The V707 is based on the trusted Daniel 700 Series valve design which includes a metal to metal seat and protected O-rings to handle harsh crude oil conditions. While users have to stop operations to maintain and replace diaphragm valves, the V707 will ensure minimum maintenance.
    By: Emerson
    22 November, 2019
  • Thumbnail for ABB and DEUTA-WERKE announce Safe HMI equipped with PROFINET/PROFIsafe fieldbus

    ABB and DEUTA-WERKE announce Safe HMI equipped with PROFINET/PROFIsafe fieldbus

    Under development by DEUTA-WERKE in collaboration with ABB, the Safe HMI displays either the train’s speed or the status of various safety zones. Fail-safe selections through user touch events and fail-safe graphical objects, like train speed or selected operating modes, can be exchanged between the Safe HMI and the ABB AC500-S safety PLC.
    By: ABB
    22 November, 2019
  • Thumbnail for Data Device Corporation introduces Synchro/Resolver two-speed combiner

    Data Device Corporation introduces Synchro/Resolver two-speed combiner

    The SD-15901 FBGA design provides a 34% smaller footprint and 35% less power dissipation than the previous generation, enabling SWaP optimization of PCB layout and ball grid array surface mounting.
    By: Data Device Corporation
    22 November, 2019
  • Thumbnail for Yaskawa Motoman announces EduCart workcell for education, workforce development, and Industry 4.0 applications

    Yaskawa Motoman announces EduCart workcell for education, workforce development, and Industry 4.0 applications

    The extruded aluminum cart is portable and features fold-in windows and a fold-up tabletop for transportation through a standard 36” doorway. The platform then expands to provide an increased work envelope for training. The EduCart platform includes a fully integrated suite of industrial grade academic tools for teaching a variety of real-world applications.
    By: Yaskawa Motoman Robotics
    22 November, 2019
  • Thumbnail for JAI adds “Enhanced Small Form-Factor Pluggable” Interface (SFP+) for Sweep and Sweep Plus Series of line scan cameras

    JAI adds “Enhanced Small Form-Factor Pluggable” Interface (SFP+) for Sweep and Sweep Plus Series of line scan cameras

    The “Enhanced Small Form-factor Pluggable” (SFP+) interface is a hot-pluggable network interface using transceiver modules to transmit and receive digital data via optical fiber cables.
    22 November, 2019
  • Thumbnail for AutoQuiz: What Is the Significance of the Fieldbus Intrinsic Safety Concept?

    AutoQuiz: What Is the Significance of the Fieldbus Intrinsic Safety Concept?

    The fieldbus intrinsic safety concept simplifies the rules governing energy storage in field cables and makes more power available to the fieldbus trunk.
    By: Joel Don
    22 November, 2019 | 2 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Rockwell Automation announces collaboration with Accenture Industry X.0

    Rockwell Automation announces collaboration with Accenture Industry X.0

    The engagement is designed to capitalize on the expertise of both companies to deliver new capabilities for greater industrial supply chain optimization. By providing customers with a single, trusted provider of digital solutions, the collaboration intends to enable clients to leverage the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and ultimately drive measurable growth outcomes.
    By: Rockwell Automation
    21 November, 2019 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for Digital Technologies in the Supply Chain

    Digital Technologies in the Supply Chain

    By Jonathan Wilkins, director, EU Automation Errors in the pharmaceutical supply chain can lead to late delivery, increased costs and poor-quality products, which can have a detrimental impact on consumers. This article explains how organizations can use digital technologies to improve the pharmaceutical supplychain and minimize the risk of errors.
    21 November, 2019 | 4 minutes
  • Thumbnail for HANNOVER MESSE 2020 announces call for papers

    HANNOVER MESSE 2020 announces call for papers

    The trade show for industrial technology gives attendees a roadmap to tomorrow’s connected, automated and globally oriented industrial landscape, and the show’s forums play a major role in this, as does the Industry 4.0 Forum.
    21 November, 2019 | 2 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Senseye announces strategic partnership with Malone Group

    Senseye announces strategic partnership with Malone Group

    Malone Group will operate as a trusted implementation partner and value-added reseller for Senseye, driving adoption of Senseye PdM with large-scale FMCG producers, packaging manufacturers, and heavy industry organizations.
    21 November, 2019 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for Siemens announces launch of Additive Manufacturing (AM) Network

    Siemens announces launch of Additive Manufacturing (AM) Network

    Siemens’ AM Network is designed for enterprises, suppliers and partners that are looking to accelerate the adoption of AM for industrial processes and applications.
    By: SIEMENS, SIEMENS
    21 November, 2019 | 2 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Tompkins Robotics announces partnership with Bastian Solutions to expand delivery of t-Sort solution

    Tompkins Robotics announces partnership with Bastian Solutions to expand delivery of t-Sort solution

    Through the new partnership, Bastian Solutions will utilize Tompkins Robotics’ t-Sort systems to help its clients optimize warehousing and fulfillment operations across a range of end customer applications and sites.
    21 November, 2019 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for Calculating Acceleration for Linear Motion

    Calculating Acceleration for Linear Motion

    Every motion control problem begins with a need to move a certain payload over a certain distance. However, there are many types of moves possible, and determining the right motion control solution may require some calculations to match the specifications found on a given motors data sheet.
    By: H2W Technologies, H2W Technologies
    21 November, 2019 | 2 minutes
  • Connecting to the PLC from a Remote Location

    Industrial automation is no longer limited by the walls of a production facility. More and more automation is being handled via remote communication, whether it’s from the office or from the comfort of your own home. Today’s PLCs give you the ability to access your control system to handle such tasks as monitoring via a website to determine the condition of a machine or check other statistics.
    By: Paul Reszka
    21 November, 2019 | 3 minutes
  • Thumbnail for AutomationDirect announces High Bus Voltage (AC Input) stepper drives and motors

    AutomationDirect announces High Bus Voltage (AC Input) stepper drives and motors

    The AC stepper drive is powered from 90 to 240VAC and is intended for use with step motors designed to handle a high bus voltage of 340VDC. MTRAC motors are specially designed to work with high bus voltages.
    By: AutomationDirect, Automation Direct
    21 November, 2019
  • Thumbnail for Direct Drive Linear Motors: Overview and Selection Process

    Direct Drive Linear Motors: Overview and Selection Process

    To help make the process of selecting linear motors simpler, we’ll start by explaining the mechanics of a direct drive linear motor and contrast it with a more traditional indirect drive system.
    By: Zaber Technologies, Zaber Technologies Inc.
    21 November, 2019
  • Thumbnail for Open Industry 4.0 Alliance Technical Solution Design Principles

    Open Industry 4.0 Alliance Technical Solution Design Principles

    This white paper is focused on helping readers understand in detail the Open Industry 4.0 solution reference architecture framework for interoperability. It provides a dive deep into key design principles of its members defined and supported end to end solutions
    21 November, 2019
  • Thumbnail for A Case for IIoT’s Future in Supply Chain Management

    A Case for IIoT’s Future in Supply Chain Management

    This paper will explore how one construction materials hauling company used level measurement sensors and IIoT networks to better manage their operation.
    By: VEGA Americas, Inc.
    21 November, 2019
  • Thumbnail for What Do Engineers Need to Know about Encoders and Motors for Oil & Gas?

    What Do Engineers Need to Know about Encoders and Motors for Oil & Gas?

    Position sensors and motors are crucial components in oil and gas equipment and must operate day in and day out in some of the most challenging conditions.
    21 November, 2019
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