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Bluetooth for industrial applications
Dear Control Engineering: I was listening to the recent Webcast about Wireless, and one of the presenters was talking about Bluetooth. How many different devices can use that without interfering... » more
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Machine Guarding: Do I need to follow codes and regulations like NFPA?
What is the purpose of so many codes and regulations? I work in panels all the time. Sure, I take risks every day but do “I” need regulations to keep “me” safe? Bah humbug on the regulations. I know... » more
Machine Guarding: Tolerable vs residual risk
Why do so many colleagues in manufacturing choose to avoid the terms – tolerable risk and residual risk? If there’s one thing “integrated safety systems” and requirements for risk assessments have... » more
Machine guarding: Category 4 versus reliability
When is a Category 4 solution ineffective in a machine guarding application? Is your machine safety risk assessment looking at the right things? Is this your accident waiting to happen? Consider this... » more
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Why LTE Has to Be the long-term choice for nationwide broadband PMR in Europe
LTE, for mission-critical communications, as well as other solutions, is the best overall solution for the future because of its wide use in the U.S. and because of its wide projected use. » more
Chinese module suppliers see short-term pain, long-term gain
In spite of recent troubles in the PV industry, many suppliers see the potential growth as very strong, which will help the industry long-term. » more
Windows 8 to offer native Bluetooth low energy, Wi-Fi direct, NFC support
Microsoft's new OS, Windows 8, will allow users a greater freedom of wireless connectivity compared to past Windows programs, but will other companies follow their lead? » more
Bluetooth for industrial applicationsDear Control Engineering: I was listening to the recent Webcast about Wireless, and one of the presenters was talking about Bluetooth. How many different devices can use that without interfering... » more
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Machine Guarding: Do I need to follow codes and regulations like NFPA?What is the purpose of so many codes and regulations? I work in panels all the time. Sure, I take risks every day but do “I” need regulations to keep “me” safe? Bah humbug on the regulations. I know... » more
Machine Guarding: Tolerable vs residual risk Why do so many colleagues in manufacturing choose to avoid the terms – tolerable risk and residual risk? If there’s one thing “integrated safety systems” and requirements for risk assessments have... » more
Machine guarding: Category 4 versus reliabilityWhen is a Category 4 solution ineffective in a machine guarding application? Is your machine safety risk assessment looking at the right things? Is this your accident waiting to happen? Consider this... » more
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Why LTE Has to Be the long-term choice for nationwide broadband PMR in EuropeLTE, for mission-critical communications, as well as other solutions, is the best overall solution for the future because of its wide use in the U.S. and because of its wide projected use. » more
Chinese module suppliers see short-term pain, long-term gainIn spite of recent troubles in the PV industry, many suppliers see the potential growth as very strong, which will help the industry long-term. » more
Windows 8 to offer native Bluetooth low energy, Wi-Fi direct, NFC supportMicrosoft's new OS, Windows 8, will allow users a greater freedom of wireless connectivity compared to past Windows programs, but will other companies follow their lead? » more
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