Articles
Creating competitive machines with Time-Sensitive Networking
November 1, 2022
CC-Link IE TSN is designed to address a number of engineering challenges as well as prepare companies for the new digital era of Connected Industries. Leveraging Time-Sensitive Networking and gigabit Industrial Ethernet, it enables factories to quickly adapt and evolve to incorporate new promising technologies.
Transport changeover time plunges from 1 hour to 1 minute
November 1, 2022
An XTS-based assembly line uses an advanced automation control system to minimize the machine footprint for automotive industry customers. After a second modernization project, two different types of pumps can be produced on a highly condensed assembly line with the same small footprint.
Efficient motion control for 5-axis fiber laser cutting system
November 1, 2022
EtherCAT and PC-based automation provides tools for a turnkey solution for auto manufacturer’s fiber laser cutting system. Drive technologies from Beckhoff enable precise coordination of the up to five cutting axes, and ensure that the high-performance machine stays within tight tolerances.
Industrial wireless connectors and the factory of the future
November 1, 2022
Phoenix Contact has a vision to leap manufacturing forward today with fast industrial wireless connectors. It found a collaborative partner with expertise in mmW (RF) technology to get to market faster to achieve its goal in Analog Devices. Here is an overview of their joint approach to next-generation wireless technology.
Timing challenges for multi-axis robotics and machine tool apps
November 1, 2022
In high performance, multi-axis, synchronized motion applications, control timing requirements are precise, deterministic, and time critical, with a requirement to minimize end-to-end latency, especially as control cycle times get shorter and control algorithm complexity increases.
How and why manufacturers develop into problem solvers
November 1, 2022
Advantage by means of service means producing innovative, high-quality or low-cost products is no longer enough. Companies need to think about how products solve problems, or function as a service.
All-in-one Secure Routers Protect Critical Infrastructure
October 12, 2022
Moxa launches Industrial Intrusion Prevention Systems on its all-in-one secure routers to protect critical infrastructure.
Designing Industrial Connectivity Solutions for the Smart Factory
September 18, 2022
Join this webinar to learn from ADI experts who have an in-depth understanding of the challenges encountered in a modern factory network.
Layer 3 Managed Switch with 10G Bandwidth
September 18, 2022
New switch from EtherWAN provides high bandwidth and high electromagnetic compatibility for industrial automation, machine vision, enhanced data, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.
Industrial Cybersecurity 2022 Special Report
September 15, 2022
In this special report, industry experts provide their perspective on trends and innovations in Industrial Cybersecurity. Security on the factory floor is the utmost priority, with IT pushing down new technology solutions to meet networking demands, new levels of IT/OT convergence and expanding IIoT requirements.