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Feb 10, 2023 · Automation World covers news and trends around industrial automation software and hardware for professionals in the discrete and batch/hybrid manufacturing industries.
How PLCs and SCADA Systems Work Together - Automation World
Mar 26, 2024 · PLCs have evolved to replace older relay and timer systems, enhancing efficiency and reliability in industrial machines. SCADA systems, on the other hand, serve as the brain of plant operations, orchestrating data collection, analysis and visualization through an HMI.
Motion Industries, Inc. | Automation World
Nov 7, 2023 · Motion offers a wide array of electrical and industrial automation components as well as mechanical power transmission products; hose, belting, and gaskets; hydraulic and pneumatic components; process pumps; industrial and safety products; seals and accessories; and material handling products and solutions.
Rockwell Automation’s Integration Strategy
Nov 25, 2024 · David Greenfield joined Automation World in June 2011.Bringing a wealth of industry knowledge and media experience to his position, David’s contributions can be found in AW’s print and online editions and custom projects.Earlier in his career, David was Editorial Director of Design News at UBM Electronics, and prior to joining UBM, he was Editorial Director of Control Engineering at Reed ...
Inductive Automation Looks to Help Industry Move Past OT …
Sep 25, 2024 · By using SQL databases for Ignition’s historian, companies can use IT tools to store industrial data. This is all about using open data with industry standard tools that “your company is already familiar with,” Clegg said, noting that Inductive Automation’s history of SQL database use has led some to ask when the company will build a “real historian”.
The Evolution of HMI - Automation World
Oct 10, 2024 · Another critical area for automation engineers is the protection of HMIs in harsh industrial environments. Since HMIs are essentially computers with touchscreens, they are more fragile compared to mechanical controls.
The Case for Frameless Motors in High-Performance Applications
Sep 25, 2024 · Frameless motors, like all servo motors, work as part of a complete servo system. This integration involves one or more feedback devices, such as incremental or absolute encoders, as well as Hall effect sensors or resolvers.
What Manufacturers Need to Know About Software-Defined …
Sep 9, 2024 · Traditionally, hardware has been tightly coupled with a vendor’s proprietary software. As the field moves towards software-defined automation, you are going to see a move toward more software standards like PLCOpen, PackML and OPC UA that are shared between vendor platforms.
4 Automation Trends Impacting Manufacturing
Oct 23, 2024 · While the discussion during this panel session covered several topics, significant automation trends stood out in four areas: artificial intelligence, system and device connectivity and related data modeling, cybersecurity and edge/cloud computing.
The Most Beneficial Applications of AI in Manufacturing
Sep 24, 2024 · Though artificial intelligence is still in its early stages of development, there are clear applications for manufacturers—such as intelligent product recommendations and automated visual inspections—that can deliver bottom-line benefits today.