System Integration Channel
5 Best Ways to Extend Ethernet
For many applications of TCP/IP networking, the 100-meter range limit of copper Ethernet cable becomes a problem. With conversion and extension, networks can cover distances that are measured in... » more
Information Control Channel
2012 Engineers’ Choice nomination deadline is Oct. 19, 2011
Deadline extended until Oct. 19: Automation industry vendors may submit Engineers’ Choice Award product nominations until by noon Oct. 19, 2011 (Wednesday), extended from Oct. 14, 2011 (Friday). With... » more
Process Control Channel
HART Communication proves valuable on a major project, contributes to a successful startup
The 2011 HART Plant of the Year is Shell’s Scotford Upgrader, recognized after programming and commissioning 1,500 devices. Link to prior winners. » more
Using HART with asset management systems
Since it’s the most broadly deployed smart device platform, is HART the right choice for your plant? Here are some considerations for end users. » more
Machine Control Channel
Trends in automation software: Smarter, safer, more sustainable productivity
An integrated software architecture can help bring a machine online 30% faster. Production engineers can use one control platform for multiple processes and reduce switchover time by 25%, according... » more
Machine Safety: Where do I start?
“We are a medium sized business in manufacturing and our new owners are very interested in machine guarding and machine safety for our employees. Where do I start?” Eight tips follow for a machine... » more
Sustainable Engineering Channel
Manufacturing IT Channel
Video clip: Wind turbine data in a cloud
Wind turbine data in a cloud: Aaron Pena, NI ELP engineer, applications engineering, shows how data from wind turbines can be served up in a cloud (on the web) for access and analysis anywhere that... » more
Tutorials Channel
10 tips for deploying EtherNet/IP, the ODVA Ethernet protocol
Industrial applications using plantwide EtherNet/IP should follow these 10 industrial network design recommendations from Cisco and Rockwell Automation. » more
Packaged burner controls lower costs, improve safety
Standards for safety instrumented systems (SISs) can be embedded in burner management controls. » more
Product Research Channel
Plant Safety and Security Channel
HMI workstations at a chemical plant
Flat-panel displays, protected properly, can perform well and stand up to hard use even in a hazardous and corrosive environment. » more
CSIA certifies two companies
CITI, LLC, and Intech Process Automation were recently certified by the Control System Integrators Association (CSIA). » more
CITI, LLC, and Intech Process Automation were recently certified by the Control System Integrators Association (CSIA). » more
5 Best Ways to Extend EthernetFor many applications of TCP/IP networking, the 100-meter range limit of copper Ethernet cable becomes a problem. With conversion and extension, networks can cover distances that are measured in... » more
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Information Control Channel
Patching over software problems
Just as you would want to patch over a hole in your pants, you might find holes in your software that could be just as problematic and leave you with serious cyber security vulnerabilities. Patch... » more
Just as you would want to patch over a hole in your pants, you might find holes in your software that could be just as problematic and leave you with serious cyber security vulnerabilities. Patch... » more
2012 Engineers’ Choice nomination deadline is Oct. 19, 2011Deadline extended until Oct. 19: Automation industry vendors may submit Engineers’ Choice Award product nominations until by noon Oct. 19, 2011 (Wednesday), extended from Oct. 14, 2011 (Friday). With... » more
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Process Control Channel
HART Communication proves valuable on a major project, contributes to a successful startupThe 2011 HART Plant of the Year is Shell’s Scotford Upgrader, recognized after programming and commissioning 1,500 devices. Link to prior winners. » more
Using HART with asset management systemsSince it’s the most broadly deployed smart device platform, is HART the right choice for your plant? Here are some considerations for end users. » more
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Machine Control Channel
Trends in automation software: Smarter, safer, more sustainable productivityAn integrated software architecture can help bring a machine online 30% faster. Production engineers can use one control platform for multiple processes and reduce switchover time by 25%, according... » more
Machine Safety: Where do I start?“We are a medium sized business in manufacturing and our new owners are very interested in machine guarding and machine safety for our employees. Where do I start?” Eight tips follow for a machine... » more
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Sustainable Engineering Channel
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Manufacturing IT Channel
IT and Engineering Insight: Seven habits of unsuccessful projects
Understanding if you are in an out-of-control IT project is important. Here are some traits of failing or soon-to-fail projects. If you have three or more of these project attributes, you need a... » more
Understanding if you are in an out-of-control IT project is important. Here are some traits of failing or soon-to-fail projects. If you have three or more of these project attributes, you need a... » more
Video clip: Wind turbine data in a cloudWind turbine data in a cloud: Aaron Pena, NI ELP engineer, applications engineering, shows how data from wind turbines can be served up in a cloud (on the web) for access and analysis anywhere that... » more
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Tutorials Channel
10 tips for deploying EtherNet/IP, the ODVA Ethernet protocolIndustrial applications using plantwide EtherNet/IP should follow these 10 industrial network design recommendations from Cisco and Rockwell Automation. » more
Packaged burner controls lower costs, improve safetyStandards for safety instrumented systems (SISs) can be embedded in burner management controls. » more
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Product Research Channel
Plant Safety and Security Channel
HMI workstations at a chemical plantFlat-panel displays, protected properly, can perform well and stand up to hard use even in a hazardous and corrosive environment. » more
Exoskeletal arm support reduces risk
The X-Ar is an exoskeletal arm support designed to provide additional support for difficult manual tasks. » more
The X-Ar is an exoskeletal arm support designed to provide additional support for difficult manual tasks. » more
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