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What is Industrial Cybersecurity?

The need for improved cybersecurity has been raised often in the past few years. According to the World Economic Forum (WEF), the manufacturing sector is the most targeted by cyberattacks. Industrial IoT, intellectual property (IP) theft, phishing, ransomware, and supply chain attacks are its main threats.  But security issues are a concern across the entire…

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How To Choose The Right Terminal Block For Your Project

A terminal block is a modular, insulated block used in electrical connections to join wires. It is much more efficient, and safer, than taping wires together, and easier than soldering. However, these blocks vary in size, structure, and design. So, how do you choose the right terminal block for your project? There are several things…

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What Are The Common Types Of Panel Meters?

Industrial control panels allow you to monitor and control equipment, safely and even remotely with less human labor and risk. Panel meters allow you to monitor your equipment’s most critical parameters in real-time, for better control and simpler troubleshooting.  But what are the common types of industrial panel meters and what are their benefits? Find…

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How Do Electro-Pneumatic Control Systems Work?

Electro-pneumatic control systems are widely used in the industrial sector. These control systems can operate heavy machinery, assembly lines, sorting equipment, and automated packaging processes. They are the perfect combo of electrical and pneumatic power and they offer some distinct advantages. But what exactly are electro-pneumatic controls, and how do they work? In this guide…

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How Automated Production Lines Reduce Waste

Automation has offered many benefits across all industries, but most especially in the industrial and manufacturing sectors. Incorporating automated processes has allowed businesses to get more done, faster, and with less human labor. This has, in turn, led to greater safety, as well as lower operational costs. Automation offers another significant benefit, too. It reduces…

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What Are The 4 Types Of Industrial Automation Systems?

With the advancements in robotics and AI in recent years, the use of automation has grown exponentially. Industrial automation systems combine industrial machinery with specialized computer programming to automate your industrial and manufacturing processes. Industrial automation is a hardware/software combo designed to improve efficiency and productivity while maintaining quality. It reduces the burden on human…

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What Are Industrial Control System Integrators?

You are likely familiar with the concepts of industrial automation systems and industrial control panels. Well, industrial control system integration is what makes everything come together on-site. But what are industrial control system integrators and what do they do? In this article, we explain the role of industrial control system integrators in industrial automation systems….

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The Essential Guide to Open Loop and Closed Loop Systems

There are two types of control systems in automation – open and closed loop. You may have come across these terms and been unsure of what open-loop systems and closed-loop systems are, or which to choose. Automation and control terminology can be confusing at first. But decoding automation is easy with the right help. This…

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How To Choose An Industrial Automation Controller

Are you unsure of how to choose an industrial automation controller for your facility? We understand your frustration. Automation has changed the face of the industrial sector worldwide, and it shows no sign of stopping. With more and more technological advances each year, the industries of tomorrow will look very different from what they were…

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Best Practices For Safe And Compliant Industrial Automation

When it comes to safety and compliance, is your workplace up to industry standards? If there is one area where safety and compliance should always be a top priority, it’s the industrial sector. It is essential not only for worker safety but also for workplace efficiency and the production of quality components.  However, in the…