Siemens announces controllers supporting MTP standard
15 November, 2022Siemens has launched both a new software version and new hardware components for its Simatic PCS neo web-based process control system.
A quiet revolution in industrial control systems
10 October, 2022 by Harry Mulder, Beckhoff AutomationThe need for greater processing power and better, more open software has led to the (quiet) infiltration of the IPC into the traditional PLC market.
Beckhoff introduces software-based control redundancy
14 September, 2022Beckhoff has announced a software-based redundancy solution utilising twin industrial PCs (IPCs).
Collaboration improves bovine serum albumin yield
21 June, 2022A collaboration between Bürkert and Bovogen Biologicals to improve centrifuge control has resulted in improved yield and reduced product loss.
Emerson PACSystems RSTi-EP CPE 200 PACs
09 June, 2022The CPE 200 controllers are designed to deliver large PLC capability in a small, cost-effective, IIoT-ready form factor.
ICP-DAS XP-9371-WES7 programmable automation controller
02 June, 2022ICP Australia has introduced the ICP DAS XP-9371-WES7, a 3-slot metal standard PAC with an Intel Atom E3827 CPU.
CLICK PLUS programmable controller
06 May, 2022The CLICK PLUS PLC is designed to combine the simplicity of the original CLICK PLC with additional features that include Wi-Fi, MQTT, data logging and mobile access.
Vulnerability in Rockwell Automation PLCs allows hidden code
01 April, 2022Claroty and Rockwell Automation have disclosed two security vulnerabilities in Rockwell's PLCs and engineering workstation software.
Seven misconceptions about smart factories
21 December, 2021 by Sharmila Annaswamy, IoT AnalyticsResearch by IoT Analytics GmbH on smart factories shows that there are some common misconceptions about what it takes to realise a smart factory.
Beckhoff MX-System controllers
20 December, 2021Beckhoff's MX-System is designed to offer a flexible, space-optimised and intelligent system solution that replaces the conventional control cabinet.
PLC vs embedded control: which one is best?
15 December, 2021 by John Young, APAC Sales Director, EU AutomationPLCs have been at the core of almost any automated system for many years; however, embedded systems can perform the same function for a fraction of the price.
Siemens LOGO! microcontroller starter kit
01 December, 2021LOGO! starter kits from Siemens come with everything needed to get started with basic automation applications.
Mitsubishi Electric launches online virtual factory tours
09 November, 2021Tours provide access to digital manufacturing in practice.
Combating unplanned downtime
08 October, 2021 by John Young, APAC Sales Director, EU AutomationFor most of us, the word downtime conjures images of relaxation, but for plant managers downtime is a word that triggers concerns about lost production and revenue.
Mitsubishi Alpha Series 2 PLC
22 July, 2021A simple applications controller, the Mitsubishi Alpha Series 2 PLC uses the common DIN rail mount with screw terminations.
