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As digital transformation increases demand for data from automation systems – driven by new digital innovations such as advanced analytics, AI and expanded connectivity – maintaining system integrity has become a challenge. ABB’s Luis Duran explores how the concept of “separation of concerns” protect the core of the automation system in a cyber-secure way, while enabling new digital value without compromising operational performance.
Sometimes, digitalization is really straightforward. For example, retrofitting existing water treatment plants to enable transfer of measurement and sensor data to the cloud is now as simple as plugging in an expansion card.
A new wave of more efficient, adaptable and intelligent plant operations is emerging as conventional control systems evolve into modern, open and modular automation ecosystems. Stefan Basenach, Senior Vice President ABB Automation Technology, explains how ABB’s Automation Extended allows industrial organizations to fully embrace the opportunities of digitalization while futureproofing their operations.
In response to the recent global shortage of Germanium, an essential material for optical components in long-wavelength infrared cameras, Optris has engineered and launched a new optical design that completely removes the need for Germanium. Germanium has long been the main material for lenses and windows in thermal imaging systems. However, issues like supply shortages, export restrictions,...
Solution to deliver analysis and support for hygienic process equipment
Pepperl+Fuchs Integrates RFID Reader Into VisuNet GXP HMI Platform and Enables Authentication up to Zone 1/21
Solution and new hardware now available in six European countries and Brazil
Standardized Plug System for PROFINET over SPE
Multilingual and Open Source: OpenGPT-X research project releases large language model
The German sensor company and the Swiss measurement and automation technology specialist have agreed on a strategic partnership. Endress+Hauser will take over worldwide sales and service of SICK’s process analyzers and gas flowmeters, with a joint venture to be established for their production and further development.
The measurement of low flow is becoming widely used in many industries. However, the smaller the flow, the trickier it is to control and measure, and finding a suitable flow measuring technology at reasonable cost can prove challenging for both users and flow sensor manufacturers.
Digital Plant Asset Management is a topic that often comes up in discussions about process engineering facilities. Today, while intelligent field devices might be the standard, system owners have yet to exploit their full potential. To provide the connectivity needed, Softing offers the right solutions with the smartLink product family.
Optimization of offshore wind turbines and onshore facilities for Japan’s largest wind farm
Bringing sensors directly to the cloud
For compressed air consumption measurement and avoidance of losses due to leakages and inefficiencies
For measurements of absolute and gage pressure up to 1.000 bar
Designs for high or low temperature/pressure applications with a wide range of accessories and options
Measurement with sub-millimeter accuracy saves time, costs and reduces CO₂ emissions
Extended functionalities for modular systems based on MTP standard
Precise measurement and visualization for one parameter
Even under normal conditions it is not simple to always have the right motor on hand to address a wide range of applications. It is all that much more difficult in large chemical companies if several thousand drives have to be kept running around the clock in harsh explosive environments. In the future, one of the largest chemical companies in the world will be depending on a team of external specialists and the comprehensive range of Simotics XP explosion-protected motors from Siemens.
IO-Link sensors with metal housing & all-round visible LED
Second control channel for use in complex aplications
For repetitive inspection tasks in harsh and potentially dangerous areas
Compact devices cover many requirements based on their different measurement methods
Clamp-on ultrasonic flowmeter for high-temperature steam up to 400 °C
Innovative high-tech solution for vial filling in isolator
Precision weighing and quality control inspection technology is an important element in any processing operation. Reducing giveaway and ensuring food safety both remain significant contributors to profitability.
The one of the biggest challenges in digitalization is the transformation of existing plants and processes. A WIKA project northern Germany proves that mechanical measuring instruments can also be integrated into the digital world.
Bosch Packaging Technology is now Syntegon
Volume and mass flow measurement of saturated and superheated steam
Clean and ultra cleanrooms are required for special production methods – especially in medicine and pharmaceutical technology, since particles in ordinary ambient air would have an adverse effect.
Collaboration on product innovation: sensor, actuator and control in one process node
SIL solutions for auxiliary heating in potentially explosive surroundings
BHS-Sonthofen unveils state-of-the-art test area in Sonthofen, Germany end of July
Replaceable Sensing Module for improved measurements at high humidity
Collect and analyse manufacturer independent machine data
Direct evaluation at the shaft
LAPP needed impressive products and patience to establish a foothold in Chile’s food and beverage industry. Its most high-profile customer in the South American country is a globally leading manufacturer of soft drinks
Visual and audible alarms with global approvals
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