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Understanding speed when it comes to fieldbus networks
Fieldbus networks have a slow data transfer rate. Why can't they be faster? » more
How big can a battery get?
With cars, trucks, and other applications, what are the size limits on batteries? » more
Pulling out your hair to measure humidity
What technologies are available for measuring airborne moisture? » more
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Machine Safety: consensus standards and OSHA compliance
In our plant we comply 100% with the OSHA regulations of 29 CFR 1910.xxx for machine guarding and personnel safety. Accordingly, OSHA would have no grounds to cite us for violations, right? » more
Machine safety and safety certified networks
Do you remember when PLCs came out in the early 1970s – were there any communication networks available at that time? What is pier to pier? Fishing? » more
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A construction manager weighs in on engineering design
Lessons learned about design teams by those that have to make the design happen. Pass those lessons on. » more
Are you solving the wrong problem?
How to ask the right questions to uncover the real issue at the core of a project. » more
Power plant control systems in a smelter complex
Isolating a large power generating system when it’s driving a variable load creates some special control challenges. » more
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A review of China’s machinery production for 2010, 2011
Machinery production for China in 2010 was strong, growing by 28.2%. 2011 saw a strong start in the beginning of the year before dropping in the final six months to 17%. » more
What is the future for safety networking?
Safety networking is on the rise, especially in Asia, but not as fast as total networking on a global level. » more
Linear motors in a Catch-22 market
The linear motor market is set for a recovery, but the recovery may lead to yet another downturn by the end of 2012. » more
Understanding speed when it comes to fieldbus networksFieldbus networks have a slow data transfer rate. Why can't they be faster? » more
How big can a battery get?With cars, trucks, and other applications, what are the size limits on batteries? » more
Pulling out your hair to measure humidityWhat technologies are available for measuring airborne moisture? » more
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Machine Safety: an automatic sequencer does what?
In the world of machine control and machine safety, to really appreciate where we are today, don’t we need to have a reasonable understanding of where we’ve come from? » more
In the world of machine control and machine safety, to really appreciate where we are today, don’t we need to have a reasonable understanding of where we’ve come from? » more
Machine Safety: consensus standards and OSHA complianceIn our plant we comply 100% with the OSHA regulations of 29 CFR 1910.xxx for machine guarding and personnel safety. Accordingly, OSHA would have no grounds to cite us for violations, right? » more
Machine safety and safety certified networks Do you remember when PLCs came out in the early 1970s – were there any communication networks available at that time? What is pier to pier? Fishing? » more
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A construction manager weighs in on engineering designLessons learned about design teams by those that have to make the design happen. Pass those lessons on. » more
Are you solving the wrong problem?How to ask the right questions to uncover the real issue at the core of a project. » more
Power plant control systems in a smelter complexIsolating a large power generating system when it’s driving a variable load creates some special control challenges. » more
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A review of China’s machinery production for 2010, 2011Machinery production for China in 2010 was strong, growing by 28.2%. 2011 saw a strong start in the beginning of the year before dropping in the final six months to 17%. » more
What is the future for safety networking?Safety networking is on the rise, especially in Asia, but not as fast as total networking on a global level. » more
Linear motors in a Catch-22 marketThe linear motor market is set for a recovery, but the recovery may lead to yet another downturn by the end of 2012. » more
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