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Digital Twin and Simulation: Replicating Industrial Systems to Enable Improvement
Digital models, digital shadows, and digital twins are helping transform and optimize industrial and business operations. This feature originally appeared in InTech magazine's August issue, a special edition from ISA's Smart Manufacturing and IIoT Division. -
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Cloud and Edge Computing: Making Best Use of Computing Resources Wherever They Are
Internet of Things (IoT) and cloud and edge computing enable distributed network architectures by moving data and computing tasks normally processed in a centralized location to the cloud or to the edge of the network. This feature originally appeared in InTech magazine's August issue, a special edition from ISA's Smart Manufacturing and IIoT Division. -
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Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: Enhancing Human Effort with Intelligent Systems
Only when the challenges of data accessibility and expensive computing power were mitigated did the AI field experience exponential growth. There are now more than a dozen types of AI being advanced. This feature originally appeared in InTech magazine's August issue, a special edition from ISA's Smart Manufacturing and IIoT Division. -
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Automation and the Rise of the Microfactory
Stephen Hayes, managing director of Beckhoff Automation UK, explains why some manufacturers are using automation to operate on a smaller footprint. -
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Using Flowmeters to Improve Boiler Efficiency
Thermal flowmeters perform well because the optimal fuel-to-air ratio for efficient combustion in boilers is calculated on a mass basis, not volumetric. This feature originally appeared in the June 2022 issue of InTech magazine. -
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Implementing Rapid Roaming Technology
Rapid roaming takes an active approach and seeks a new access point when communication is still healthy. This feature originally appeared in the June 2022 issue of InTech magazine. -
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Global Collaborations Create Hybrid Events
ISA hybrid conferences—virtual events with in-person components—are being strategically held around the world with support from ISA sections and local partners in specific regions. This feature originally appeared in the June 2022 issue of InTech magazine. -
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Optimize Energy Efficiency and Sustainability
Recent energy price escalation, supply chain issues, and world events are putting renewed emphasis on more efficient energy use. This feature originally appeared in the June 2022 issue of InTech magazine. -
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Three Ways Manufacturers Can Embrace Industry 4.0
An increasing number of OEMs are embracing Industry 4.0 to bolster enterprise efficiency by making their manufacturing more aware, predictive and autonomous. -
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FieldComm, OPC UA Collaboration Benefits Users
A look at standards organizations and how standards development benefits users. This feature originally appeared in the June 2022 issue of InTech magazine. -
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Three Keys to Building Reliable Wireless Communications for AGVs
Because AGVs and AS/RS are constantly on the move, fast and stable wireless connectivity is a fundamental requirement. -
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The Electric Steel Dilemma & Its Impact on Motor Vendors
As electric vehicle production continues to grow, so does the associated demand for the electric steel used in the motors to power them. -
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When it Comes to Process Safety Audits, External Auditors Maximize Safety. Here’s How.
It’s crucial for companies in high hazard industries to build the right team to assess and verify compliance with regulatory standards because completion and follow-up on findings from audits are important elements of continuous improvement and regulatory compliance. -
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Proper Valve Stem Sealing Best Practices
Selection of valve stem sealing is a critical component of the valve specification process. When chosen wisely, the design will perform reliably for the long term. This feature originally appeared in the June 2022 issue of InTech magazine. -
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Micro VFDs Gain Macro Features
Although basic small VFDs still exist, there are several compelling reasons for OEMs, hobbyists, and other end users to use newer and extremely capable micro VFDs. This feature originally appeared in the June 2022 issue of InTech magazine. -
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Top Three Advantages of Integrated Explosion Protection Functionality
With recent technology advances, intrinsic safety now offers the safest, most cost effective and easiest way to deploy solutions that safeguard your process operations. -
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Future-Proofing Controls Programming for the Edge
There remains a fundamental need for creating traditional deterministic control solutions suitable for new and retrofit automation projects. This feature originally appeared in the June 2022 issue of InTech magazine. -
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A Stronger Link for I/O
IO-Link modules and field devices are widely available, and they are the smart choice for advanced machine and factory automation data connectivity and integration. -
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Bridging On-Premise and Cloud Data
With the right hybrid architecture, manufacturers can analyze data in its native locations and formats, avoiding the complexities of data transfer or replication. This feature originally appeared in the June 2022 issue of InTech magazine. -
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Three Lessons Learned at Automate 2022
Claudia Jarrett, US country manager at automation parts supplier, EU Automation, examines the three biggest trends from Automate 2022.




















