Terms you’ll come across often in the industrial setting are motor circuit protectors and motor control panels. These are often designated by the letters MCP. This can cause a bit of confusion, especially if you are new to the industrial sector. These units work together to streamline the operation of your motorized equipment and protect…
Industrial environments are subject to extremes in temperature, radiation, electrical or chemical hazards, and contaminants like dust and moisture. This can cause photoelectric sensors to register false positives, leading to breakdowns and assembly line incidents. Therefore, you must select the right type of sensor for your industry. Photoelectric sensors come in a variety of types,…
One of the biggest advances in the manufacturing industry was the rise of automation. The use of PACs, PLCs, and robotic equipment has offered many advantages to the manufacturing sector. According to research, more than 30% of businesses have fully automated at least one of their functions. We all know that industrial automation is the…
There comes a time in any manufacturing plant when the old electric control panels just aren’t delivering anymore. So, is it time you replace yours with a new custom control panel? Unless you are a panel builder you may not understand some of the terminology involved. And if you do not operate these machines, you…
When dealing with electrical enclosures, you will come across something called a NEMA rating. But what are these NEMA ratings for electrical enclosures? More importantly, how are these ratings determined, and why are they important? This article will answer all of these questions. What Are NEMA Ratings? NEMA ratings are the North American standards for…
If you have seen inside a factory or a manufacturing facility, you may have wondered what equipment was running. Could it have been electric motors? What about a complete conveyor system? There are many options that can be running simultaneously, but they all share common background controls. If you’ve never peeked behind the curtain of…
Buying new custom control panels can seem like a daunting task. Having expert understanding of Electrical Engineering and being technically proficient in various systems isn’t for everyone. As a business manager or operator, it can be difficult to know what components to buy, what software can work together without problems, and just how all the…
The food processing industry started with intense human interaction at every step of the process. Automation and controls have improved the food processing industry through cloud-based technological opportunities with next-level business solutions.
Cloud-based controls and monitoring are the next evolution for industrial business solutions. These examples of world-class solutions are just the tip of the iceberg of what Automation Electric and Controls can support to ensure your business runs at optimum performance.
Do you have a new project on the drawing board, but aren’t sure what codes it should comply with? Are you certain what wiring and cabling it needs? There are a lot of small details that need to be determined before you request your first quote. When discussing wiring and cabling for an industrial project,…
