System Integration Channel
Weekly merger, acquisition, deal update: June 22
This week Morrissey Goodale tracked three domestic deals and two international deals. This most recent activity brings the total year-to-date deal count in the United States to 81, down 7% from the... » more
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
Information Control Channel
Ultra-compact Industrial PC with RAID System
Control cabinet PC from Beckhoff features high data security and high-performance with space-saving design. Video: Roland van Mark explains capabilities of industrial PCs, and how to use multi-core... » more
Engineering and IT Insight: What’s the best manufacturing operations management systems design?
Should your manufacturing operations management (MOM) systems be centralized or distributed? These key considerations can help you decide. MOM includes MES (manufacturing execution systems), LIMS... » more
Process Control Channel
PLC Makeover: Trends toward open, distributed control
For discrete control and manufacturing, the trend toward using programmable logic controllers (PLCs) controls is increasing as specialized control systems are abandoning proprietary based controllers... » more
Sensors, controls improve beer: Less oxygen, better beer
Oxygen in beer reduces shelf life and can affect flavor. Advanced optical measurement and sensor diagnostic technologies minimizes oxygen, simply and dependably. » more
Machine Control Channel
Machine tool controllers, HMIs add efficiency
Inside Machines: Human-machine interface and controller advancements enhance machine tool productivity by combining highly advanced graphics and open architecture of the CNC to render animated... » more
Sustainable Engineering Channel
Engineering inspiration: NASA’s Linenger challenges us to reach deeper, do more for each other
You don’t need to be faced with death in space to reach deeper, do it right, inspire others, and be thankful for every moment, said Dr. Jerry Linenger, retired U.S. Navy flight surgeon and NASA... » more
Despite lawsuit, Boeing opens SC 787 plant
Boeing celebrated the opening of its new 787 plant in South Carolina, despite an ongoing lawsuit from the National Labor Relations Board about the company's decision not to locate the facility in... » more
Manufacturing IT Channel
Tutorials Channel
Tips and Tricks - Patents: 10 things engineers should know
Basic patent knowledge can enrich engineers in many ways. Here are 10 tips every engineer should know about patent applications and patent law, including what not to do if you suspect infringement. » more
Product Research Channel
Plant Safety and Security Channel
Weekly merger, acquisition, deal update: June 22This week Morrissey Goodale tracked three domestic deals and two international deals. This most recent activity brings the total year-to-date deal count in the United States to 81, down 7% from the... » more
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
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Information Control Channel
Ultra-compact Industrial PC with RAID System Control cabinet PC from Beckhoff features high data security and high-performance with space-saving design. Video: Roland van Mark explains capabilities of industrial PCs, and how to use multi-core... » more
Engineering and IT Insight: What’s the best manufacturing operations management systems design?Should your manufacturing operations management (MOM) systems be centralized or distributed? These key considerations can help you decide. MOM includes MES (manufacturing execution systems), LIMS... » more
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Process Control Channel
PLC Makeover: Trends toward open, distributed controlFor discrete control and manufacturing, the trend toward using programmable logic controllers (PLCs) controls is increasing as specialized control systems are abandoning proprietary based controllers... » more
Sensors, controls improve beer: Less oxygen, better beerOxygen in beer reduces shelf life and can affect flavor. Advanced optical measurement and sensor diagnostic technologies minimizes oxygen, simply and dependably. » more
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Machine Control Channel
Machine tool controllers, HMIs add efficiencyInside Machines: Human-machine interface and controller advancements enhance machine tool productivity by combining highly advanced graphics and open architecture of the CNC to render animated... » more
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Sustainable Engineering Channel
Engineering inspiration: NASA’s Linenger challenges us to reach deeper, do more for each otherYou don’t need to be faced with death in space to reach deeper, do it right, inspire others, and be thankful for every moment, said Dr. Jerry Linenger, retired U.S. Navy flight surgeon and NASA... » more
Despite lawsuit, Boeing opens SC 787 plantBoeing celebrated the opening of its new 787 plant in South Carolina, despite an ongoing lawsuit from the National Labor Relations Board about the company's decision not to locate the facility in... » more
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Manufacturing IT Channel
TAG, Carlson partnership expands machine control integration options
Solutions encompass machine guidance and monitoring software, rugged ultra-mobile PCs, and NEMA rated enclosures. » more
Solutions encompass machine guidance and monitoring software, rugged ultra-mobile PCs, and NEMA rated enclosures. » more
EZ Series TouchPLC EZPP-T6C-FS-PLC
EZ Series TouchPLC from EZ Automation combines the features of a high-end HMI and a high performance PLC in one compact package. » more
EZ Series TouchPLC from EZ Automation combines the features of a high-end HMI and a high performance PLC in one compact package. » more
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Tutorials Channel
Tips and Tricks - Patents: 10 things engineers should knowBasic patent knowledge can enrich engineers in many ways. Here are 10 tips every engineer should know about patent applications and patent law, including what not to do if you suspect infringement. » more
Sustainable Engineering: Energy master plan reduces costs
Need higher efficiency? Drop the piecemeal approach to managing energy and sustainability initiatives. An integrated energy master plan, including discrete, batch, and processing lines, helps... » more
Need higher efficiency? Drop the piecemeal approach to managing energy and sustainability initiatives. An integrated energy master plan, including discrete, batch, and processing lines, helps... » more
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Product Research Channel
Plant Safety and Security Channel
Cracked turbine blade repair bill huge
A routine maintenance inspection ended up being a strong safety play as repairs to PPL Corp.’s nuclear reactors at its plant near Berwick, Pa., will cost the utility $50 million to $60 million, a... » more
A routine maintenance inspection ended up being a strong safety play as repairs to PPL Corp.’s nuclear reactors at its plant near Berwick, Pa., will cost the utility $50 million to $60 million, a... » more
Restart of nuke plants in Japan uncertain
Resuming operations at Japan’s 35 nuclear plants depends on safety "stress tests" sometime in the future. » more
Resuming operations at Japan’s 35 nuclear plants depends on safety "stress tests" sometime in the future. » more
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