Thanks to the expanded functionality of ComoNeo's new Version 2.1.0, it's possible to monitor as many as four components with different mold technologies
To monitor, report and display signal statuses with up to two switching thresholds
Engineered for controlling hydraulic valves and certified to IEC 61508 SIL2, the IQAN-MC4xFS is an ideal choice for mobile machinery applications where electronic controllers are evolving with safety functions up to SIL2/PLd required
For remote access, monitoring and predictive maintenance
Honeywell has recently conducted a survey that demonstrates how industrial companies are not moving fast enough to adopt cyber security measures to protect their data and operations
Kistler has further enhanced its high-performance sensors in the KiTorq series, taking the transmission rate to 4 kHz and making the evaluation unit (stator) of this modular series four times as fast with Profinet or EtherCat interface
For continuous pilot flame monitoring
To manage oil field operation
For emissions monitoring, maintenance and tuning
With no-moving parts
Visual inspection technology leading supplier Inspectahire selected Flir GFx320 for maintenance inspections and hydrocarbon detection jobs, in hydrocarbon production plants
The Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology IPT led the EU research project “ambliFibre” focusing on the manufacturing of special pipes and pressure vessels able to withstand the extreme conditions for oil and gas transport in ultra deepwater
eWON Cosy allows remote access
Driven by safety considerations the Nuclear Industry has a desire for higher and higher resolution, remote viewing of its operational facilities. For this reason, the uptake of CMOS colour sensors in place of traditional monochrome cameras is increasing
The new 116CP Sensor incorporates Sensata’s patented ceramic capacitive pressure sensing technology, which has a highly successful, proven track record in automotive and industrial applications
It allows precise pressure monitoring and airflow corrections for efficient and reliable handling of fragile materials
For boosting pumping station, Mitsubishi Electric released MAPS SCADA, an upgraded software implemented in Samara, Russia, for water treatment and water supply system
Removing a significant amount of solids can be one of the most challenging parts of the process to recycle water supply. For this purpose, the water treatment industry relies on clarifiers or settlement tanks to ensure continues reliable operation
Offering intrinsic safety and simple handling, the FieldConnex® Multi-Input Output (MIO) from Pepperl+Fuchs it’s a compact fieldbus component that allows to connect digital signals to the fieldbus via a single address
Thanks to the magnetic coupling, there is no physical connection between the tank’s interior and exterior. The encapsulated sensor provides permanent monitoring, regulation and data collection of the mixing process
Wastewater management is a critical issue to face in today’s industry. In this article, Surendra Mappana explains how dedicated water automation products are helping industrial water users and utilities address the key challenges
The new sensors are able to continuously monitor and report their own performance and support on-the-fly reconfiguration using data transferred by the automation system
For easy measurement of photovoltaic panel soiling ratio
Since 1967, mbo Osswald has been considered as a specialist for clevises and clevis joints. With the entry of the 3rd generation of the Osswald family into the company, the sights have already been set on further innovations
Lufthansa Industry Solutions chose ecom's technology for real-time localization and efficient, interconnected asset management
The digital plant of the future uses DeltaV Mobile to remove the confines of the control room and enable the digital worker to monitor operations and see critical operational data
For hygienic applications that demand high standards in terms of cleanability which can be affected by a number of design characteristics
By taking over the Aachen-based MES provider, Kistler puts itself in a strong position, since its sensors and systems will now be able to feed relevant process and quality data into higher-level MES system
Titan Metra-Batch has a two-stage batching facility with selectable automatic over-run compensation as well as safety features. It delivers precise control of batch dispensing, blending and bottle / tank filling of beverages, chemicals, food and solvents
The company that started manufacturing components such as the ProfiHub family in 1997, recently celebrated its twentieth anniversary and several successes together with it
The 4th edition of the conference, organized by TIMGlobal Events with the collaboration of Gruppo SAPIO, attracted more than 100 Energy, Maintenance and Plant Managers, confirming itself as one of the most representantive events for energy efficiency
Turbidity is an acknowledged criteria for high water quality assessment. With human eye, turbidity in water below than 20 NTU (nephelometric turbidity unit) is just rarely perceptible
HMI, Human-Machine Interfaces, are a relevant part in the manufacturing process of drugs. These systems are used to visualize data throughout the process or to control individual procedural steps manually
French manufacturer SNF reduces maintenance effort and cost by implementing a modern FDT®-based device management tablet solution for plant processes and well injection skids
To keep ahead internationally, manufacturers have to achieve a high efficiency rate. Automation plays an important role here – but standardization can also be fundamental
In response to the rising cost pressure in the pharmaceutical industry, drug producers rather opt for extending the lifespan of trusted machinery and equipment modernization than new machinery purchases. Here are presented some problems that may occur
They can enable accurate and reliable dosing of expensive mining reagents in the flotation stage of a mineral extraction process
For the remote maintenance of machines and systems
The proof-testing of safety instrumented systems in liquid level measurement applications has traditionally relied on workers in the field. However, new technology in modern smart devices is enabling this vital task to be performed remotely
A proper maintenance policy is pivotal in order to preserve the equipment and the productive potentiality of an industrial plant, reducing breakdowns and plant shutdown
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