Articles

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Data Acquisition & Monitoring

How to access data for cloud analysis

Heath Stephens, PE
The role of system integrators for industrial automation and digitalization
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Remote Connectivity

Anything can be an HMI with wireless connectivity

Jeremy Pollard
Control and monitoring can be accomplished from almost anywhere with wireless human-machine interface
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Data Acquisition & Monitoring

What do you know about EtherCAT?

What exactly is EtherCAT? Take this quiz to find out
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Edge Technology

Manufacturing’s critical role in economies, energy and beyond

Rockwell Automation advances edge and cloud technologies to ensure reliable and efficient data management
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Time-Sensitive Networking

Time-sensitive networking syncs flexible communication between data and control

Tom Burke
Clock synchronization protocols and traffic scheduling mechanisms allow the network to prioritize critical data transmissions
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Data Acquisition & Monitoring

How to protect networks against transient spikes

Larry Stepniak
Earth ground, high-capacity gas discharge tube, clamping diodes and metal oxide varistors can keep OT data safe from voltage spikes
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Data Acquisition & Monitoring

What do the automation industry and space have in common?

Bi-directional technology has the potential for cross-industry collaboration and problem-solving
Podcasts

Wireless HMI enables endless control and monitoring

Control Intelligence
A Control Intelligence podcast with editor in chief Mike Bacidore, written by contributing editor Jeremy Pollard
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Cable & Wire

Weidmuller USA PZ 2.5 crimping tool

Weidmuller
Weidmuller USA's PZ 2.5 S professional crimping tool for wire end ferrules is designed to be compact and ergonomic. In control cabinet construction, cables of the most diverse...
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Connectors

Belden M12 push pull connectors

Belden
IEC 61076-2-010 M12 push pull connectors from Belden are designed to guarantee secure contacting. The Lumberg Automation M12 Inner Push Pull Connectors feature a secure, fast-...
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Connectors

Murrelektronik MQ15 connector

Murrelektronik
The MQ15 is a connector designed to provide a secure connection for asynchronous and three-phase motors up to 7.5 kW. It is available in two versions: a 48 Vdc/20 A Type 2 version...
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Cable & Wire

Omron Automation XS2 water- and environment-resistive FA connectors

Omron Automation and Safety
XS2 connectors with M12 threads from Omron Automation are compact FA connectors that meet IP67 requirements and ensure a 94V-0 fire-retardant rating. A wide array of connectors...