Time to Modernize Your Power Gen Control Systems
June 19, 2017
As the power generation industry experiences challenges, producers can take advantage of the latest modern technologies to prepare for the long term.
Want STEM-Ready Learners? Question Everything
June 16, 2017
STEM thinking starts early. Encourage the passion and build the confidence that fuels our next generation of innovators.
Motor Slow Speed: Tortoise and the Hare Scenario
June 14, 2017
Several considerations must be taken into account for slow motor speed, such as motor branch supply, motor type and controller type.
Does the Middle East Have an Appetite Beyond Oil?
June 12, 2017
The Middle East has a vision and a strategy for growing and diversifying its industries based on innovation and collaboration.
Modern DCS Plays Key Role in Mining Efficiency
June 12, 2017
Modern DCS connects all aspects of a mining operation by bringing together previously independent systems, which allows for greater efficiency and productivity.
Nurturing High-Performing Teams
June 12, 2017
High-performing teams are made up of individuals who are engaged and motivated to support their team. As leaders, we need to provide environments where these qualities can flourish.
Progress On an Industrial Scale
June 12, 2017
The UK’s manufacturing sector is more modern and important than people often realise, but recent announcements could help change the public's perceptions.
Big Data Requires Big Visualization
June 9, 2017
Augmented reality that will change the way we interact with smart devices – and be as influential to manufacturing as the launch of the iPhone was to mobility.
It’s 10:00 pm. Where Are Your Products?
June 7, 2017
Why don’t more manufacturers invest in production management software with track and trace? Learn why production management software is worth the investment.
A Soft Starter Syncing Line Power?
June 5, 2017
Soft starting isn’t just for motors anymore – it could be applied to connecting an induction generator from a wind turbine to the power grid.
IIoT as Justification for Automation Modernization
May 31, 2017
Manufacturers have an enormous challenge with cost justifications. Can IIoT help with automation modernization justification?
Digitized Risk Management: Safety and Security
May 29, 2017
The Connected Enterprise and IoT-enabled technologies help monitor assets and processes, better protecting employees and securing business systems and information.
One Platform Can Do It All. Process. BMS. EMS.
May 26, 2017
A strategic upgrade to a single building management, process automation and environmental monitoring platform makes good business sense for life sciences companies.
Successful Alarm Management with Your DCS
May 24, 2017
Proper alarm management is an ongoing commitment. Discover the steps to modernize your alarm management system.
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12 Benefits of Manufacturing Production Software
May 19, 2017
Manufacturing production software provides a consistent, repeatable method of managing orders, leading to improvements in profitability, on-time delivery and quality.
Securing Your Industrial Control Systems
May 17, 2017
Industrial control systems (ICS) represent critical operational assets across more industries than most people imagine.
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Maximizing Industrial IoT Deployments
May 15, 2017
Scalable analytics and a holistic approach to industrial security are among the components that should be part of any Industrial IoT deployment.
No One Can Close the Skills Gap Alone
May 10, 2017
Cultural institutions such as museums can become a vital solution to the skills gap challenge by positioning themselves at the front of the workforce development pipeline.
What You Need to Know about Learning Logix
May 9, 2017
Stay current on new and existing features available in Logix programmable automation controllers.
Why Independent Cart Conveying is One Smart Move
May 8, 2017
Independent cart technology enables high performance and flexibility in critical automotive transfer systems.
Six Reasons Enforceable Workflows are Key
May 5, 2017
Manufacturing quality should be based on enforceable workflows that error-proof processes so that each step is executed correctly, with complete, fully traceable data.
Is Your Operation Ready for Smart Sensors?
May 3, 2017
The latest smart sensors communicate detailed data and diagnostics, allowing machines to operate more effectively.
How Much Does Customization Cost You?
April 26, 2017
Learn how to provide your customers with control product customization they need to be competitive in their industry.
Getting More for Less: The Connected Enterprise
April 24, 2017
Adopting IoT technologies in your journey to a Connected Enterprise can do more for your operations than you think.
Optimize Pharmaceutical Dispensing with EBR
April 21, 2017
Electronic Batch Recording (EBR) systems that also are dispensing systems allow pharmaceutical manufacturers to leverage key advantages provided by EBR.
Preparing the Workforce for the Future
April 20, 2017
Sustainability has evolved from social expectation to economic imperative. And we have a plan – including significant investments – to prepare the workforce of the future.
Use Data to Strengthen Industrial Safety
April 19, 2017
In a Connected Enterprise, safety professionals can automate the collection and reporting of safety data to better understand risks and enhance industrial safety.
Gas Processing Optimization Opportunities
April 17, 2017
Now that the rush to build new gas processing plants has subsided, plants are looking for ways to optimize production.
Joining Forces for Digital Transformation
April 14, 2017
Digital transformation is changing the way manufacturers operate by unlocking new opportunities helping them redefine manufacturing success in the short, medium and long term.
Data Integrity: Connecting the Dots
April 12, 2017
A robust MES solution – and a Connected Enterprise – can help enable compliance across the pharmaceutical supply chain.
Demystifying Digital Transformation
April 11, 2017
Learn how significant value and productivity can be gained through digital transformation by taking a look at the cultural and the technological constraints that inhibit most organizations.
Key to Brewing Success: Craft Beverage Packaging
April 10, 2017
Craft beer is a rapidly growing and exciting market. New digital can printing technology is opening-up a whole new world of opportunity.
Simplify Compliance with Connected Quality
April 7, 2017
As part of your quality management system, modern MES can help to ensure the proper tests are conducted and speed review times to ease regulatory and auditing burdens.
Catching Up With Digital Transformation
April 6, 2017
Digital transformation doesn’t have to be an overwhelming new initiative. It usually migrates along a problem-solving execution model.
How Automation Vendors Support Industrial Security
April 5, 2017
Before selecting automation vendors, consider if they adhere to these five core security principles for control systems.
Don’t Give Up Creativity for Productivity
April 3, 2017
Now craft brewers don’t have to sacrifice the art of making a small batch brew for the sake of productivity.
Is Your Plant Network Helping You Avoid Downtime?
March 31, 2017
Many companies see IoT and transitioning to IP networks as key to collecting more data and helping reduce downtime.
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Tier Suppliers: It’s Time to Rethink Track & Trace
March 29, 2017
Now tier suppliers can address automotive traceability requirements – and other manufacturing challenges – with scalable, cost-effective software applications.
Keeping the Craft in Brewing With Process Control
March 27, 2017
Mother Earth Brewing Co. automated its new brewery with a PlantPAx process control system to ensure repeatability while allowing for the creativity needed for craft brewing.
Take “Review by Exception” to the Next Level
March 24, 2017
With the use of modern dashboards, manufacturers can gain real-time notification of exceptions, enabling them to take preventative action.
The Importance of Short-Circuit Current Ratings
March 20, 2017
For global machine builders looking to sell into North America, it can be tricky to navigate and comply with local standards and codes.
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Paperless Operation Improves Manufacturing Quality
March 17, 2017
In manufacturing, paperless operation offers quality advantages over manual, paper-based systems: operational flexibility, data-driven decisions, easier compliance, etc.
Supporting Minority Engineers Reflects Priorities
March 15, 2017
For new graduates and seasoned professionals, being among the minority can make job searching difficult. Questions to ask to pick the right company.
Harmonize Your Real-time Production Data
March 13, 2017
IoT-enabled Connected Enterprises share real-time information up and down the supply chain, improving productivity and profitability and creating a competitive advantage.
Does Safety Stifle Innovation?
March 10, 2017
Safety is a multi-disciplined activity involving culture, compliance and capital. Collaboration is critical to innovation.
The Role of Standards in Smart Manufacturing
March 8, 2017
Many countries are eager to adopt Smart Manufacturing strategies. The real influence lies not in the latest technology, but in the standards behind that technology.
Dr. Reddy's Uses DCS/MES Combo for Drug Production
March 6, 2017
India-based generic pharmaceutical manufacturer coordinates modern distributed control system with MES to simplify and optimize operations.
7 Reasons to Apply S88 Recipe Model to EBR Design
March 1, 2017
EBR has long been designed through modelling approaches including word processing, proprietary workflow charts and programming-like sequence definition. Why not S88?
Diversification in the Middle East
February 27, 2017
Why would one of the world’s biggest oil production companies be taking delivery of a wind turbine? Is it a turning point for the Middle East?
Get More From VFDs With Predictive Maintenance
February 27, 2017
VFDs with predictive maintenance can help you avoid unplanned downtime, refine maintenance schedules and get more from your asset investments.
Why is Corporate Social Responsibility Important?
February 27, 2017
Corporate social responsibility in South Africa needs to be understood beyond just satisfying governmental requirements and instead recognized as a central pillar of sustainability.
Strategy for Enterprise Digitization & Performance
February 20, 2017
Although many organizations are on the road to digitization, most are taking a winding path. What's preventing your company's digital success?
Companies Need to Create an Inclusive Work Culture
February 15, 2017
Catalyst has recognized Rockwell Automation for our Culture of Inclusion journey, an approach with measurable results that address the recruitment, development, and advancement of women.
Controlling Multiple Motors with One VFD
February 13, 2017
Using a variable frequency drive to control multiple motors can help reduce the cost and footprint and control the complexity of your application.
I Have Motor Data: Now What?
February 10, 2017
The key to using motor control data is to understand what it represents, how to display it and how to use it to create meaningful information that will minimize unplanned motor downtime.
The Connected Power Plant
February 8, 2017
With the proliferation of the Industrial Internet of Things, more power producers are turning to enabling technology, such as a modern DCS, to improve operations.
Unlock the Potential of Smart Machines
February 6, 2017
Machine builders stand to gain from smart machines just as much as their customers.
It’s Time Girls See Themselves in STEM
February 3, 2017
We need a pipeline of STEM talent. How can you help girls see themselves in these careers?
Harmonic Distortion: Impact and Taking Action
January 30, 2017
Low-harmonic drives reduce harmonic distortion, helping prevent equipment damage, lost productivity and unplanned costs.
One Smart Decision Tire OEMS Can Make Now
January 23, 2017
Learn how tire OEMs can deliver smarter, smaller and more efficient machinery faster than ever before with an On-Machine control solution.
What Makes for Better Batch Management?
January 23, 2017
The modern batch approach understands the need of the batch and applies the right technology rather than starting with a technology and trying to use it for all solutions.
Changing Our Office Environment
January 18, 2017
For a company operating globally with teams dispersed across locations, the way our office space is designed helps us have closer, easier interaction.
What’s the Right Pace for Adopting New Technology?
January 16, 2017
How companies approach the next revolution in manufacturing depends on their priorities.
Ten Worker Safety and Productivity Tips for 2017
January 11, 2017
As we begin the new year, we’ve compiled a list of ten tips to help you improve safety and productivity.
Networking is Not Something to Lose Sleep Over
January 9, 2017
As industry it takes its first steps into the world of IIoT, becoming more networked also brings risks.
With STEM Skills the Earlier You Start the Better
January 6, 2017
Through FIRST, children are learning STEM concepts that will help them become our next generation innovators.
Operational Intelligence
January 2, 2017
Continuous improvement means continuous effort. Make it easier with a Connected Enterprise that leverages the Internet of Things (IoT).
What Does The Motor Speed Torque Curve Tell You?
December 26, 2016
How does motor speed torque curve affect motor starting options? Mandates to motor efficiency have caused motor characteristics to change, what should you know.
Enabling Technologies Assist Connected Enterprises
December 19, 2016
Enabling technologies create an agile Connected Enterprise and help expand operations, innovate new products and processes and grow the business.
EV Producers Need the Right Automation Supplier
December 14, 2016
With electric vehicle production gaining momentum, startups have flooded the market. Choosing the right supplier is critical to their success.
Identifying a Healthy Workplace Culture
December 12, 2016
Scoring 100 on the Corporate Equality Index (CEI) is important to our current and potential employees, because it reflects our culture: a safe, fair and equitable company for all employees.
Coding as a Second Language
December 5, 2016
Coding is a global language that anyone can learn, especially children. Inspire youngsters to be big thinkers by introducing coding through games and the classroom.
To Bypass or Not To Bypass? Is That the Question?
November 28, 2016
For starting, braking and stopping, soft starters are designed to limit the current of a motor. So what about in-between the start and the stop? What role can bypass play in motor control?
Three Considerations for Installing VFDs
November 21, 2016
When it comes to replacing VFDs, you should follow the same sound, fundamental practices used for decades.
Using Technology to Link Operations and Enterprise
November 21, 2016
Take a pragmatic approach to Connected Enterprise technologies: strategy, assess, prioritize and upgrade and prosper.
Start Your Journey Toward Smart Machines
November 16, 2016
Learn how OEMs can start the journey to smart machines and equipment by gathering customer insights, preparing their vision and tapping into external resources.
Embracing Modern Industrial Security Practices
November 14, 2016
When considering security, it is important to stay current on the latest industrial security practices and use a defense-in-depth approach to help keep your operations safe.
Trickle Down Technology: Disruptive and Positive
November 14, 2016
Positive disruptive technologies such as iTRAK and MagneMotion trace their conceptual origins to fields such as space programmes and elite motor racing!
Inspire Students with STEM
November 7, 2016
Now is the time to help students see the STEM in everything, and to inspire them to consider a STEM career.
A Diver's Top Tips for Industrial Security
October 31, 2016
Information in the modern plant environment flows like water - our middle east region security consultant likens the risks to those he faces when scuba diving.
Scalable MES Facilitates Smart Manufacturing
October 31, 2016
Smart companies are using scalable MES applications to cost-effectively address specific challenges now with the ability to expand later.
A Strong Network Can Determine Success
October 24, 2016
For women in engineering, a strong network of support can be the difference between success and failure, between staying at a company and leaving.
Changing the World of MOM Through Connectivity
October 24, 2016
System automation has grown exponentially with factories and their products becoming ever more integrated with the outside world.
Controlling Electric Motors When the Network Fails
October 17, 2016
There are many advantages of a networked based motor controls system, but what happens when that network fails?
Smart Manufacturing Lowers Costs, Increases Profit
October 17, 2016
Manufacturers must identify and fix processes in their facilities where wastes and losses occur, and in doing so, boost profits.
Five Steps for Improving Your Food Safety Program
October 10, 2016
Learn how digitizing your food safety program can help increase consumer confidence and improve productivity.
Simplify Systems with Premier Integration
October 10, 2016
Premier Integration helps simplify system designs, shorten development time and boost productivity.
Five Reasons Why You Should Go to Automation Fair
October 5, 2016
We're here to help you make the case for why your boss should let you go to Automation Fair, which, by the way, is November 9-10 in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
A Shifting View of Safety Culture
October 3, 2016
Attendees of the Safety Leadership Conference learned how contemporary safety technology and mindsets can help drive productivity, not hinder it.
Connecting Safety to the Bottom Line
October 3, 2016
Industrial applications are seeing a convergence of safety and productivity at a practical and strategic level. A major enabler of this is the amount of data available.
Migrating a Legacy DCS: When and How
October 3, 2016
The risk of a legacy DCS is high. Figure out now when you want to migrate, and how you want to do it.
A New Approach to Safety
September 26, 2016
Placing safety automation controls and hardware closer to an application or on a machine rather than in a remote cabinet has a number of design benefits.
Embracing Automated Serialization & Traceability
September 26, 2016
By integrating serialization and traceability with enterprise networks, manufacturers are minimizing risk while seeing gains in effectiveness and productivity.
The Benefits of a Holistic Serialization Platform
September 26, 2016
An open and holistic serialization platform can reduce implementation and support challenges, and give manufacturers device-to-cloud interoperability.
A Smarter Approach to Machinery Design
September 19, 2016
Learn how OEMs can meet customer demands and stay competitive by building smart machines and equipment.
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Inside the Delta vs. Wye-Delta
September 19, 2016
Inside the delta: a soft starter can provide a similar amount of torque as an electro-mechanical starter for a wye delta designed motor.
Connect with Initiatives that Delight Customers
September 12, 2016
After stabilizing their operations via the Connected Enterprise, manufacturers should wield it to better satisfy customers with quality, speed and lower prices.
Network Security in Food Manufacturing
September 12, 2016
Industrial Internet of Things enables plants to increase performance. It also opens the network to malicious individuals. Cybersecurity measures can reduce the risk.
Company Culture Matters for Your Career
September 5, 2016
Looking to grow your career? Make an inclusive culture a priority when picking your next company.
How to Reduce Downtime While Increasing OEE
September 5, 2016
Implementing a connected production environment improves energy usage, equipment reliability, and provides expanded capacity from existing assets.
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