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Closing the Gap between Cyber Security and Operational Safety
By Barak Perelman, CEO, Indegy Both external attackers and internal threats put the safety of industrial control systems (ICS) and critical automation controllers at risk. This article examines the biggest challenge that companies face in trying to secure their ICSs and maintain their safe operation. -
BE. Services Brings IEC 61131-3 Learning Online
By: Bill Lydon, Editor The IEC 61131-3 software standard is being used worldwide to train industrial automation programmers and BE.services has created an interactive online learning program to help future programmers master the skills. -
AutoQuiz: What are the Electrical Standards for Industrial Machinery Emergencies?
AutoQuiz:Electrical standards for safe operation of industrial machinery during emergencies. -
Disruptive Opportunities from the Industrial Internet— How to Come Out a Winner
By Rich Carpenter, GE Digital The connectivity made possible through Internet of Things (IoT) technologies is fueling the growth of the Industrial Internet. These industrial technologies are creating disruptive opportunities that will define a new set of winners and losers in the industrial space. -
ISA Training and Education Programs for May-June
See what programs we are offering in the Spring and early Summer of 2016. -
From Legacy ERP to Smart Industry 4.0 - The Pace-Layered Application Strategy Model
By Jan Baan, Founder, Vanenburg Software The Pace-Layered Application Strategy Model from Gartner distinguishes three layers, which are helping organizations improve their applications by categorizing, selecting, managing and educating themselves on those applications. -
Applications of Big Data in Manufacturing
By Rick Delgado, Freelance Technology Writer When it comes to big data analytics, manufacturing companies have discovered numerous use cases and applications, all of which bring notable benefits in a highly competitive marketplace. -
Technical Deep Dive: Multi-core Industrial Controllers
Beckhoff Automation has been offering multi-core industrial controllers since 2006 with users benefiting from the advantages that this increased performance delivers. We discuss multi-core technology with Beckhoff Automation’s Daymon Thompson, Automation Specialist. -
How Veterans Successfully Transition to Industrial Automation Careers
Stories from veterans illustrate how their skills seamlessly transfer from the military to the industrial automation and manufacturing sectors. -
Understanding IP Ratings for LVDT Linear Position Sensors
By TE Connectivity This guide shares how the IP rating system works and how users can decipher what they mean. -
AutoQuiz: How Do You Measure Tank Levels with Differential Pressure Transmitters?
The definition of span is the algebraic difference between the upper and lower range values. -
Engineering Software Market to Reach $50.34 Bn in 2022
The primary driver for the global engineering software market is the growing demand for automation, along with an additional demand for integrated solutions adoption. -
What are the Challenges of the Industrial Internet of Things?
As IIoT technology develops, challenges on its adoption are beginning to dissipate. -
How to Develop a Strong Process to Manage Contractors and Project Progress
Jeff Pope, Manager of Facility Decommissioning & Demolition Services at Burns & McDonnell recently spoke with marcus evans about topics to be discussed at the upcoming 2nd Power Plant Decommissioning Process Optimization Conference -
Festo Introduces Multi-Carrier-System without Trailing Wires
By Bill Lydon, Editor Festo's Multi-Carrier System, along with accompanying Siemens software, provides machine designers with an innovative tool to deliver greater industry efficiency. -
Hilscher Enters IIoT in a Big Way
By: Bill Lydon, Editor Automation.com's editor spoke with executives at Hilscher about their new NetIOT line and how they can enable better data-driven decision making from the plant floor. -
Response to Automation Industry Problem: React or Positively Act?
It is not important how you react to automation industry problems, issues, and challenges, but how you positively act. -
Getting the Most From Bulk Chemical Plants
By Terumi Okano, Aspen Tech Successful chemical manufacturers are now implementing advanced integrated software solutions to help them maintain production margins, improve product quality and continue to meet regulatory compliance. -
AutoQuiz: What is the Nature of Chemical Reactions and Heat?
AutoQuiz:Heat required and produced by chemical reactions. -
Veterans in Automation
By Michael Marlowe, Automation Federation Automation jobs require a combination of technical know-how combined with interpersonal skills, making them a great fit for veterans.
