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Conveyor Control Systems Design for Aggregate and Forestry Operations

AEC has built conveyor control systems for crushing plants, sawmills, log yards, and material handling operations across the western United States and beyond. Conveyor systems move material through every stage of an aggregate or forestry operation. When they stop, production stops. In most cases, the issue is not the conveyor itself. It is how the…

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The Future of Automated Control Systems in Aggregate Industries

Aggregates have always played a crucial role in construction, and the demand for products like sand, gravel, and crushed stone continues to be high. In the U.S. alone, aggregate industries contribute $110 billion to the national economy annually. Thanks to automated control systems integrated with the latest aggregate industry technology, production can keep up with…

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Harnessing the Power of Data with Advanced Industrial Control Systems

When automation was first introduced to the industrial sector, it forever changed how we do business. It soon became evident that automated industrial control was the key to efficiency, productivity, and a competitive edge. Since then, industrial automation has come a long way, embracing the increasingly digital age with the latest innovations in robotics, artificial…

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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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Preventing Accidents with Emergency Stop Buttons

Most industrial machines have an emergency stop button. They have various shapes and sizes, but they function the same. They stop the machine from operating in case of an emergency. These safety devices have can be added with custom motor controls, industrial motor controls, and tied into electrical automation. Their use is universal and is…