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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 Does A Motor Overload Relay Do?

You’ll find motors at the heart of all industries, from food processing to manufacturing and everything in between. Industrial motors drive all types of machinery and equipment, including conveyor belts, sorting and packing machines, robotic arms, and more. They are essential to the processes your business relies on but are often at risk of current…

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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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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…

VFD

Do Variable Frequency Drives Reduce Energy Consumption?

A variable frequency drive (VFD’s) controls motor speed and torque, varying the power supplied to match the energy requirement of the driven equipment. The goal of VFD use is to optimize energy consumption in the industrial and manufacturing sectors. But do variable frequency drives reduce energy consumption? Yes, variable frequency drives do save energy! What’s…

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Process Control Systems For Wastewater Treatment

When people hear the word ‘wastewater,’ most think of sewage, stormwater drain run-off, or water contaminated by household or business use. This is not the only wastewater that needs to be dealt with though. ‘Wastewater’ merely means used water, including water used in industrial processes. But whatever the source of the wastewater, it must be…

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Automation and Controls For HVAC Systems

Under most industrial conditions, you wouldn’t get through the day without a good HVAC system. It takes care of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning throughout your premises and makes the working conditions more bearable for everyone. HVAC control systems ensure that your HVAC continues to operate optimally. They control and regulate the programmable functions in…