Articles
New technology at water treatment plant improves THM control
Toowoomba Regional Council's Yarraman WTP struggled with trihalomethane failures until new technology improved sludge control and TOC. [ + ]
Taking the next step in processing optimisation
As the world outlook has become increasingly uncertain, many mining operations have implemented continuous improvement projects to maintain profitability levels. [ + ]
Signal conditioning: getting the most for your money
The importance of taking care in selecting a signal conditioner cannot be understated — a wrong choice could cost more in time and money in the future. [ + ]
Additive manufacturing — changing parts manufacturing
The uptake of 3D metal printing will have a profound impact on manufacturing in the future. [ + ]
Floating roof monitoring using radar technology — Part 1
Manual inspection of floating roofs on storage tanks is time-consuming, expensive and potentially unsafe. [ + ]
Implementing industrial cybersecurity countermeasures
The threat of cyber attack will continue to plague industrial systems, so it is better to implement countermeasures and improve them over time than to wait. [ + ]
Without security, safety in the IIoT is of little value
Introducing new IIoT devices into your plant is like painting a big red X on their instrument, making it a potential target. [ + ]
Digitalisation: helping business thrive and survive
Success stories of businesses using technology to advance were at the forefront of Siemens' Digitalize 2019 conference. [ + ]
AGV navigation: what are the possibilities?
Various technologies are available on the market for bringing an automated guided vehicle (AGV) to its destination. [ + ]
The fourth dimension: how 4D printing is impacting manufacturing
4D printing promises to take additive manufacturing one step further by enabling manufacturers to produce smart, adaptable products. [ + ]
UNSW students create solution to prevent electrocutions
A team of students from UNSW Sydney has designed a virtual and augmented reality system that allows workers to safely shut down dangerous machinery in industrial plants. [ + ]
Motor independence: what's in it for you?
Each motor type has its advantages and drawbacks, so it is important to comparatively assess different motor technologies. [ + ]
5G in manufacturing
Next-generation 5G networks can be 100 times faster than 4G, making communication between devices and servers much faster. This opens up a wealth of possibilities for manufacturing. [ + ]
Evolving from safety relays to safety PLCs
As machine tools and process operations become more complex, the shortcomings of traditional safety relays become more obvious. [ + ]
Digital transformation in manufacturing: a strategic guide — Part 2
Improve profitability and maximise return on capital across the operations and asset lifecyles to enhance competitiveness and cut the hype. [ + ]
