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Check that thumb drive at the door? Seriously?
Where is the line between security efforts that are symbolic, and those that have a real purpose? » more
When buying a CNC, what should I consider?
If I'm buying a new machine with CNC controls or retrofitting an old one, what are some questions I should ask prospective vendors? See our advice and leave your own tips. » more
Benefits the Space Shuttle Era
What are some of the more earthly benefits that have come out of the space program? » more
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Machine Safety
Machine Safety: Only engineers can lead the Risk Assessment process?
An incremental documented process called “Risk Assessment” is required in many updated standards. And, a new standard, ANSI B11.0 – 2010, Safety of Machinery – General Requirements and Risk... » more
Machine Safety: Where do effective safety cultures roost?
An improved safety culture, advocated at the business level with engineering input, can bring about faster implementation of proven machine safety technologies, improving safety and adding economic... » more
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Moving to the next biofuel generation
This week, The Economist has a survey of the future of the biofuels industry, headlined “The Post-Alcohol World.” The opening premise of the discussion is that ethanol as fuel has become passé due to... » more
We, your shareholders, demand:
This morning I was reading an article in the Chicago Tribune that said three major energy producers (Valero Energy, Tesoro, and Occidental Petroleum) are getting grief from organizers within their... » more
Cyber collateral damage
In wartime, innocent people are often killed or displaced by the combat: a civilian’s house is bombed or a child finds a landmine. The same situation is already being faced by control system users as... » more
Real World Engineering
Secrets of effective HMI design
Creating an interface that’s effective and efficient, and maybe it will look nice too. » more
Four common commissioning mistakes to avoid
A few simple steps can prevent countless expensive headaches. » more
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
Research Analyst blogs
The world market for smart home energy management systems - What does this mean for connectivity suppliers?
400 million smart home energy management devices will be shipped globally in five years. IMS Research analyzes the impact this will have connectivity suppliers. » more
Asia Pacific outpaces Americas in fractional HP sales into medical industry
While America leads fractional horsepower (FHP) motors sold in medical applications, the Asia Pacific region, especially China, is closing the gap because of their growing and aging population. » more
New arrivals to the PV inverter market
The PV inverter market has slowed down from 2011, but several companies could make a positive impact, particularly in markets like China, India, and the United States where growth is still likely. » more
Check that thumb drive at the door? Seriously?Where is the line between security efforts that are symbolic, and those that have a real purpose? » more
When buying a CNC, what should I consider?If I'm buying a new machine with CNC controls or retrofitting an old one, what are some questions I should ask prospective vendors? See our advice and leave your own tips. » more
Benefits the Space Shuttle EraWhat are some of the more earthly benefits that have come out of the space program? » more
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Machine Safety: Only engineers can lead the Risk Assessment process?An incremental documented process called “Risk Assessment” is required in many updated standards. And, a new standard, ANSI B11.0 – 2010, Safety of Machinery – General Requirements and Risk... » more
Machine Safety: Where do effective safety cultures roost?An improved safety culture, advocated at the business level with engineering input, can bring about faster implementation of proven machine safety technologies, improving safety and adding economic... » more
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
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Moving to the next biofuel generationThis week, The Economist has a survey of the future of the biofuels industry, headlined “The Post-Alcohol World.” The opening premise of the discussion is that ethanol as fuel has become passé due to... » more
We, your shareholders, demand:This morning I was reading an article in the Chicago Tribune that said three major energy producers (Valero Energy, Tesoro, and Occidental Petroleum) are getting grief from organizers within their... » more
Cyber collateral damageIn wartime, innocent people are often killed or displaced by the combat: a civilian’s house is bombed or a child finds a landmine. The same situation is already being faced by control system users as... » more
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Secrets of effective HMI designCreating an interface that’s effective and efficient, and maybe it will look nice too. » more
Four common commissioning mistakes to avoidA few simple steps can prevent countless expensive headaches. » more
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
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The world market for smart home energy management systems - What does this mean for connectivity suppliers?400 million smart home energy management devices will be shipped globally in five years. IMS Research analyzes the impact this will have connectivity suppliers. » more
Asia Pacific outpaces Americas in fractional HP sales into medical industryWhile America leads fractional horsepower (FHP) motors sold in medical applications, the Asia Pacific region, especially China, is closing the gap because of their growing and aging population. » more
New arrivals to the PV inverter marketThe PV inverter market has slowed down from 2011, but several companies could make a positive impact, particularly in markets like China, India, and the United States where growth is still likely. » more
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