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Beckhoff Integrates Dynamic Weighing into Standard TwinCAT Automation Software
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Beckhoff Integrates Dynamic Weighing into Standard TwinCAT Automation Software

The TwinCAT 3 Weighing Library from Beckhoff adds a fast, precise scale for weight measurement directly into a standard machine control environment. This new PLC package, which supports manual and automatic triggering, is highly effective when implemented with measurement I/O modules from Beckhoff, particularly the ELM35xx and EL3356 EtherCAT Terminals. Equipped with high-performance signal filtering, this solution accelerates process sequences in wide-ranging applications. This eliminates the need for many standalone, single-purpose measurement and sensing solutions that would require additional engineering time and effort to integrate with the automation and controls equipment.

What Are the Benefits of Busbar Power Distribution?
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What Are the Benefits of Busbar Power Distribution?

The adoption of busbar power distribution systems on a global scale has accelerated in the last few years. In fact, research estimates that the market for copper busbar power panels in North America alone will grow by nearly 7.5% annually through 2032. There are several factors that account for this growth and why manufacturers are moving fast to harness the benefits of busbar power, but safety and efficiency are two of the biggest drivers.

What Food & Beverage Manufacturers Need to Know About Energy-Efficient Enclosure Cooling
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What Food & Beverage Manufacturers Need to Know About Energy-Efficient Enclosure Cooling

The importance of energy-efficient enclosure cooling cannot be overstated in today’s manufacturing environment, both in terms of enhancing sustainability efforts and reducing energy costs. According to a recent report, one of the biggest challenges manufacturers face is leveraging new technologies and processes to power their product programs more efficiently. This challenge is particularly pertinent for food & beverage manufacturers given the amount of energy required to facilitate 24/7 production to keep pace with consumer demand.

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. Helps to Improve OEM’s Production Output by 300% with Implementation of Servo Motors and Amplifiers
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Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. Helps to Improve OEM’s Production Output by 300% with Implementation of Servo Motors and Amplifiers

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. prides itself on its servo motors and amplifiers portfolio, known for its high-performance capabilities, flexibility, and versatility for various applications. With Mitsubishi Electric’s assistance, Genesis Packaging Technologies moved from a customized to a standardized automation platform, which reduced lead and build times while increasing output by 300%.

How Integrated Enclosure Cooling Can Help Manufacturers Save Time and Money
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How Integrated Enclosure Cooling Can Help Manufacturers Save Time and Money

Energy costs can be a major expenditure for manufacturers, particularly in terms of creating targeted, powerful cooling outputs to optimize industrial enclosure performance. Enclosure cooling units that leverage Industry 4.0 and IIoT design principles digitalize cooling frameworks for more efficient use of energy, and this can play a large role in reducing energy usage and costs. Integrated cooling is another way manufacturers can save time and money on enclosure cooling, and this approach to enclosure climate control is quickly becoming the norm, especially as integrated cooling also helps manufacturers save time and manpower.

The Powerful Benefits of an Integrated Platform in Industrial Automation
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The Powerful Benefits of an Integrated Platform in Industrial Automation

This article will explore how integrated platforms like OMRON’s Sysmac are transforming industrial automation by streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency, productivity, and innovation. Integrated platforms in industrial automation offer unparalleled ease and agility in program development. By consolidating various automation functions into a single environment, these platforms simplify the management and optimization of industrial operations. This integration reduces the likelihood of errors and inconsistencies, making maintenance and updates more straightforward.

Fault Managed Power Revolutionizes Power Distribution
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Fault Managed Power Revolutionizes Power Distribution

Building infrastructure solutions are continually evolving. The effort to make buildings more efficient, more sustainable, and better optimized has led to a myriad of innovations over the years. In this sea of innovation, the emergence of Class 4 power solutions (including our own Panduit Fault Managed Power System) stands out as a true game-changer for building owners and managers. As companies look to the future, Class 4 power solutions are poised to transform the way critical systems are powered in buildings.

3 Ways Automating Your Wire Processing Can Help Increase Productivity
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3 Ways Automating Your Wire Processing Can Help Increase Productivity

One of the biggest challenges panel builders face in assembling control panels is wire processing. Not only can this be an extremely precise and custom process, but it can also be mission-critical for the performance and reliability of an automation system. Panel builders that still rely on manual wire processing face a whole other set of challenges regarding labor shortages, lead times, and costly mistakes in the wiring process.

Siemens Webinar: Surge Protection for Industrial Control Panels in North America
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Siemens Webinar: Surge Protection for Industrial Control Panels in North America

How can you select and wire the correct surge protection devices? Discover the physical background and the importance of overvoltage surge protection in industrial machinery for the specific North American market. Explore the selection and proper wiring of surge protection devices and gain a deeper understanding of their role in protecting your machinery.​

Why is a Thermal Management Plan for Enclosures Important?
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Why is a Thermal Management Plan for Enclosures Important?

Manufacturing facilities’ electrical enclosures can house hundreds of thousands of dollars in high-performance drives and electronics critical to production processes. These critical electrical components generate a significant amount of heat which, if not managed properly, leads to premature product aging and failure, shutting down systems and resulting in unnecessary downtime. Outfitting electrical enclosures with the correct cooling technology for your specific application is critical. Considerations for thermal management include heat load, ambient temperature range, presence of particulates or debris, enclosure location, material, and more.

Renewable Energy, Optimally Utilized
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Renewable Energy, Optimally Utilized

The vision of TESVOLT plc is to store the electricity generated by wind, solar, and hydropower plants in a way that enables it to be continuously available. This is made possible thanks to the innovative battery storage systems developed and realized by the company. To wire their systems, TESVOLT relies on HELUKABEL cables, which adhere to all necessary standards and international approvals and ensure the reliable and efficient transmission of data. With the expansion of new and renewable energy, sufficient production is not the only challenge. This energy also needs to be stored.

Uninterrupted Power: The Importance of Investing in High-Quality Automatic Transfer Switches for Mission-Critical Operations
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Uninterrupted Power: The Importance of Investing in High-Quality Automatic Transfer Switches for Mission-Critical Operations

In today’s technologically advanced environment, providing an uninterrupted power supply to mission-critical applications such as data centers, healthcare facilities, and telecommunication infrastructures is crucial. A disruption in power can result in severe consequences, including data loss, compromised patient care, and communication breakdowns. It’s vital to recognize that not all transfer switches are created equal.

Flame Retardancy in Halogen-Free Cables
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Flame Retardancy in Halogen-Free Cables

Halogen-free cables are a required staple in a vast number of industrial and infrastructural applications. Over time, different labels for these cables have been established, such as FRNC, HFFR, LS0H, or LSZH. But how meaningful are these abbreviations, and what are the benefits of halogen-free cables compared to products containing halogens? Halogens (which means “to form salt”) include the chemical elements chlorine (Cl), bromine (Br), fluorine (F), and iodine (I). When manufacturing cables, these are used to make certain conductor insulation and jacketing materials flame retardant.

Keeping Pace in an Evolving Automotive Industry
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Keeping Pace in an Evolving Automotive Industry

The world has seen significant changes in the automotive industry over the past few decades. In particular the development of electric vehicle batteries, and production infrastructure allowing for increased production of electric vehicles. However, keeping up with these developments, trends, and consumer demands, requires agility and a Connected Enterprise production system. Putting all the pieces in place to consistently meet the demands and quality standards expected of you can be a challenge.

Sensor Fusion: Enhancing Navigation and Safety for Autonomous Mobile Robots
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Sensor Fusion: Enhancing Navigation and Safety for Autonomous Mobile Robots

Autonomous mobile robots (AMR) can increase productivity, enhance safety and offer substantial cost savings for manufacturers. For these reasons, AMRs will see their adoption spread to almost every industry. The global market for AMRs, valued at $8.65 billion in 2022, is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.3% from 2022-2028. The idea behind Industry 5.0 is that humans work alongside artificial intelligence (AI)-powered robots which are supporting rather than superseding humans. That’s the vision. Before that can happen, AMRs must overcome several challenges and one of the keys to overcoming them lies in the inclusion of various sensors and the emerging field of sensor fusion.

Sign Up for MINExpo 2024, Taking Place September 24-26, 2024
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Sign Up for MINExpo 2024, Taking Place September 24-26, 2024

You go to great depths to provide the materials required to build, run and power the modern world. At MINExpo INTERNATIONAL, the industry’s largest global mining event, you will uncover new products and transformative technology that can help you increase productivity and safety. Massive machinery. Innovative solutions. Essential resources. Every element from exploration, planning and processing to safety, sustainability and reclamation is available.