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Controls & Instrumentation

Understanding the Benefits and Installation Requirements of TSN

nass magnet Smart Valve Connector uses IO-Link to control and monitor pneumatic valves

Pneumatic Valves

nass magnet Smart Valve Connector Provides Digital Control

Proportion-Air Electro-Pneumatic Pressure Regulators Offer Better Control of Air Pressure

Electropneumatic

Electro-Pneumatic Pressure Regulator Provides High Level of Accuracy

Jaw crushers play an important role in the productivity of quarries

New Automation Solution Provides Quick Maintenance Fix for Quarry Operation

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Controls & Instrumentation

How the Transition to Digital PLCs Aligns with Industry Trends

What Industries Use Digital PLCs?

Controls & Instrumentation

Real-World Applications for Digital PLCs

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Controls & Instrumentation

The Benefits of Digital PLCs in Industrial Automation

Phoenix Contact’s Ted Thayer and MxD’s Eric Kozikowski explore the efficiency, connectivity and technical intricacies of digital programmable logic controllers.

Figure 1: Cell phones are a convenient and popular way for an on-site technician to obtain step-by-step instructions from the remote person and to communicate results. Image courtesy of Motion Industries Inc.

VFDs & Motors: Remotely Troubleshoot Successfully and Safely

Proper preparation can ensure remote troubleshooting of VFDs, motors and other machine components is performed in a safe and optimized manner.

Improved motion control through use of TSN can enable increased automation of industrial printing machinery.

Advancing Motion Control in Industrial Printing Machines with TSN

Time Sensitive Networking can help achieve seamless synchronization, accuracy and precision of motion control systems, enabling more automation in industrial printing.

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Hydraulics Evolving to be More Precise and Efficient

Russ Schneidewind of HydraForce sees the need to increase efficiency and precision among the key trends driving hydraulic system designs.

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Sensors & Software

Integrated Control Benefits Electric Actuators

Ewellix’s SmartX digital platform integrates control technology into electric actuators, offering simplified installation and performance benefits.

Engineer adjusts pressure sensors on industrial refinery plant

Sensors & Software

Common Air Pressure Sensors and Units

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Sensors & Software

Electric Actuators with Integrated Control Technology Provide Seamless Installation

Faceplates with buttons, thumbwheels or rocker switches are among the customizable options on the Merritt Evolve joystick.

Controls & Instrumentation

J.R. Merritt Controls Debuts Joystick Offering Customization Capabilities

HED's next generation of sunlight readable displays can be customized to meet information and stylization needs, such as the ability to mount them in landscape or portrait configurations.

Controls & Instrumentation

HED Releases Next Generation of Sunlight Readable Displays

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Controls & Instrumentation

System Integrators: The Key to Project Success

Companies about to upgrade their hydraulic controls should consider hiring a system integrator to bump up the project’s chances at success.

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Controls & Instrumentation

Encoders and Their Applications: Keeping Control

Industries have different uses and requirements for controls and positioning.

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Controls & Instrumentation

Encoder Types: Making the Right Choices

Understanding the fundamentals is key to a tailor-made solution.

RHMC's automated solution

Controls & Instrumentation

Quickly Filling the Need

An HVAC contractor and AutomationDirect partner to deliver automated machines for COVID-19 sanitizing products.