Articles
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. [ + ]
Smart water meters: evolving rapidly
There are many parallels between the development of smart water meters and the development of electric vehicles, both technologically and socially. [ + ]
How to save costs when selecting process valve solutions
By considering a few basic requirements of your application, you can easily find the right valve control solution to meet your process automation needs. Festo has identified that many fluid control valve users are wasting money. [ + ]
