In the last few years, we have seen great strides in electrical industrial automation. As the world became more digitally aware, this trickled down into the manufacturing sector. And there’s no stopping its progress now. Which technological trends are here to stay, and what’s new on the horizon? As we get ready to move into…
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,…
The industrial sector has a wide and exciting range of machinery and components, all essential to your everyday needs on-site. However, the terminology for all the bits and pieces can get confusing. One of the terms you may have come across but not fully understood is the ‘helical gear reducer motor’. What exactly is a…
‘PLC’ is a term that you’ll come across often in the manufacturing industry. Programmable logic controllers are an indispensable part of almost every industry, and they enhance production in aggregate industries in several ways, too. Are you involved with the mining and or crushing of stone aggregate? Do you need reliable automated controls for your…
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…
The manufacturing industry faces many challenges in the course of production. One of the top issues you may face is the effect of a harsh industrial environment on your electrical cables. Variable frequency drives (or VFDs) that are used to regulate your conveyor belts, fans, and control pumps can wreak havoc on ordinary cables. And…
Remote monitoring of machines is not a new development. It has, however, come a long way in recent years thanks to modern technological advancements. But what exactly is remote monitoring, and how does it apply to PLCs? To understand how this technology works, and why it is beneficial to your company, keep reading. We answer…
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…
A programmable logic controller (PLC) is an industrial controller that has been modified for the control of various manufacturing processes. These include any industrial activity for which high easy programming, high reliability, and fault diagnosis would be an advantage. Used extensively across several industries such as food processing, forest products, power plants, and more, PLCs…
