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By James Fennally, MEMSIC In most cases, equipment designers have a choice between capacitive-based or thermal MEMS (microelectromechanical) accelerometers. To select the right accelerometer for the application, they need to consider several design variables.

The catalog provides a summary of Micro-Epsilon’s range of products, from sensors for displacement, distance, position and length measurement and more, for specific OEM applications, and full turnkey measurement and inspection systems.

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.

The combination of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) technology with InformaTrac's Auto-ID technology provides automated tracking and location history.

The PMV D3 improves operational efficiency by allowing communication to and monitoring of process control/sensor equipment, wherever they are sited, but especially for remotely located valves.

By TE Connectivity This guide shares how the IP rating system works and how users can decipher what they mean.

The online Product Finder tool supports easy-to-navigate access by smart phones and other mobile devices.

Brochure presents an overview of the company’s full line of 1200+ data acquisition and control, signal conditioning, and data communication products.

Process design kit (PDK) enables customers to design complex ICs with multiple EDA vendor tools.

In 2014, the global market for thermoelectric modules was valued at US$364.1 mn and is estimated to reach a value of US$829.5 mn by the end of 2023

The new facility in San Luis Potosi will manufacture several of Banner’s industrial products, including lights, safety, sensors and many others.

Alexander Everke has held senior executive positions with Siemens, Infineon and NXP during his career.

By Mike Marciante, TE Connectivity Both free-core and guided-core LVDT Linear Position Sensors provide the benefit of infinite resolution, with each type offering models that can operate in harsh environments. While free-core LVDTs are generally less expensive and available in many ranges, they are more difficult to install than guided-core sensors.

The 4-page document provides an overview of the MAQ20 ndustrial data acquisition and control system and all current MAQ20 modules.

By Bill Lydon, Editor The event was described as a showcase of the latest advances in manufacturing and industrial automation enabled by the convergence of information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT). Here are a few notable new products introduced by Rockwell Automation.

Blayson Olefines uses the laser sensor to measure the distortion and contraction of wax materials used in investment casting.

Data suggests that manufacturers are increasing their use of automated equipment to add productivity and lower costs, rather than expanding their operations and capacity.

The global torque sensor market is expected to witness significant growth over the forecast period, due to emerging applications of the torque sensor, increasing demand for precise torque measurement technology, and high demand from the automotive application segment.

By Mike Marciante, TE Sensor Solutions Applications often dictate the choice of an AC- or DC-operated LVDT. Here are some examples

Livingston & Haven will serve Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Tennessee.