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Remote access today
Australia is a tricky market. Whether you're a contracted engineer, systems integrator or OEM machine builder, our small population density and the vast distance between existing and potential clients can often be great. [ + ]
Five reasons to switch to distributed modular I/O
For machine builders there is a great demand to increase the productivity and flexibility of their machines, while maintaining healthy margins. This can be a difficult balancing act between using the most effective technology while working within a shrinking budget. [ + ]
Big data in manufacturing: a compass for growth
Embracing the power of big data can help manufacturers be more competitive and improve efficiencies. [ + ]
Accuracy and repeatability in linear motion systems
When discussing a linear motion application, many first-time or beginning users will often ask "How accurate is this actuator?" As you will see, the answer is much more involved than simply stating a number. [ + ]
Selecting the right safety logic system
Understanding the complete spectrum of safety logic systems can help ensure you choose the right system for your application. [ + ]
Transforming manufacturing: innovation and meaning
A discussion with Tim Plenderleith, Market Director – Manufacturing at Aurecon, about how our changing connected world will influence the success or failure of manufacturing in Australia. [ + ]
Siemens on the impact of the IoT
Recently, ProcessOnline spoke with Michael Freyny of Siemens about the impact of the Internet of Things on industry. [ + ]
The Internet of Things and its effect on engineering and design
Many companies will define their early experiences with the Internet of Things by the value they create through new data-driven insights. [ + ]
The often overlooked proximity sensor
One of the most overlooked or forgotten proximity sensors on the market today is the capacitive sensor, but with advancements in technology, these sensors no longer have the bad reputation they once had. [ + ]
Industrial wireless networks — comparing the standards: Part 2
In Part 1 of this article, we reviewed the history of wireless sensor networks (WSNs) and defined the common standards used in industrial wireless networks. In this part we compare more closely the two prevalent wireless mesh network standards designed for use in process plants: WirelessHART and ISA100.11a. [ + ]
Harnessing information to meet rapidly changing packaging demands
Michael Vlahos of Rockwell Automation discusses the benefits that a connected enterprise delivers to help packaging machinery builders and their customers remain competitive. [ + ]
Manufacturing and the cloud
The broad general acceptance of cloud computing means that the market for cloud services is growing rapidly. In this article we take a look at some of the types of cloud services that can add value for manufacturing and processing organisations. [ + ]
FIRST Robotics Australia shares in world championship success
Macquarie University-based team 'Thunder Down Under' makes it to the world finals and wins Engineering Inspiration Award and a NASA sponsorship. [ + ]
Industrial wireless networks - comparing the standards: Part 1
Today wireless instrumentation is becoming more commonplace in process plants and is a more specialised implementation of wireless sensor network (WSN) technology. In this two-part article we look at the predominant industrial wireless standards. [ + ]
CMMS vs EAM: What is the difference? (Part 2)
Computerised maintenance management systems (CMMS) and enterprise asset management (EAM) applications can both be used in the industrial maintenance space. In Part 1 of this article we discussed the similarities and differences between a CMMS and EAM. Now it is time to look at the more advanced features of EAM, including asset lifecycle management and project management. [ + ]
