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Plug-and-Play Electronic Circuit Breaker Technology Boosts Efficiency
When it comes to industrial control and automation, time is everything. The more streamlined your setup, the faster you can get your operation up and running, and that’s exactly where Lutze’s plug-and-play electronic circuit…
Smart and Sustainable Buildings – Schneider Electric Webinar
The world of building design and construction is evolving faster than ever. From cutting-edge innovations to smart, connected solutions, the future is here with this smart and sustainable building CPD accredited…
IT/OT Convergence in the Water & Wastewater Industry
In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, the convergence of Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) has become a crucial focus for various industries, including the water and wastewater sector. This integration not only…
Arc Embedded Tech Secures Cybersecurity for Digital Transformation
The convergence of IT and OT (Operational Technology) has revolutionised industrial automation, such as bringing unprecedented efficiency and connectivity. Yet it has also exposed critical vulnerabilities, making cybersecurity an imperative for industries worldwide. A…
Cable Splicing & Wago’s PUSH WIRE Inline Splicing Connector
Anyone who has made a wiring change…
Time-Sensitive Networking: The Future of Industrial Connectivity
According to the HMS industrial networking survey, over 70% of industrial networking nodes installed in 2023 were on industrial Ethernet. Yet, despite growing implementation of Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) by mainstream suppliers, they still receive…
FX5-ENET Ethernet: Mitsubishi Electric enhances unit to Advanced IIoT
It’s exciting times when it comes to the world of PLC communication modules! Mitsubishi Electric has announced a significant upgrade to their FX5-ENET Ethernet extension unit. To enhance the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)…
Unwrapping Festive Joy with BPXmas
In a bid to wrap up 2023 on a high note and bring joy to our customers, we launched our BPXmas Scratch Card campaign on December 1st. This festive initiative not only promised to…
MY-GS-R Series: The latest Star of the OMRON MY family of Relays
Omron have showcased the latest addition to the MY family of miniature power relays – the MY-GS-R Series. This new series replaces the well-known MY (S) range, a popular relay within the marketplace.
Crafted…
Secomea New Starter Pack Solutions
Existing customers will be aware that Secomea have updated the commercial model of their secure remote access systems. Now, instead of buying merely hardware, a low-cost annual subscription gives you access to the Secomea…
Connecting EtherCAT Devices to Different Networks: An Easier Way!
HMS Networks has introduced an easier way of connecting EtherCAT subordinate devices to different networks. The new Anybus Communicator Gateways offers faster and more efficient data transfer between the leading industrial automation networks….
Delivering Real-time Automation Benefits to Footwear Machine Builders
For European makers of consumer goods, staying ahead of technological trends is more than helpful, it is essential. The same applies to the machine builders that supply them. Italian OEM Orisol, a front runner…
Why adopting TSN connectivity is catching on
Why are the leading automation suppliers adopting one open ethernet networking technology in their quest for interconnected businesses? Jeremy Shinton, Product Manager at Mitsubishi Electric explains the business benefits and why Mitsubishi Electric is…
Hirschmann Gigabit Switches for TSN Technology
A growing theme across industry and automation equipment suppliers is the importance of Time Sensitive Networking (TSN). TSN technology is leading the way for convergence of IT and OT interoperability over standard Ethernet.
Hirschmann were…
Manufacturing digitalisation is here to help
Manufacturing digitalisation is fundamental for businesses to thrive in demanding markets and where competition is fierce. With so many innovative technologies to choose from, driving this transformation in a sustainable way is crucial. It…
New Terminal Block Technology Improves Control Wiring
Research shows that 80% of UK manufacturing leaders understand the benefits of investing in innovative technologies and adopting data-driven technologies. Pivotal to this and Industry 4.0 is the collection and use of plant…
Secure Remote Access: Complete & Ready-to-Use with Omron RT1 Series
Omron Automation in cooperation with Secomea introduces a security certified IIoT edge gateway for remote troubleshooting and industrial automation monitoring. The RT1-Series is a ready to use secure remote access allowing corrective maintenance without…
Automation transforms medical device assembly
The development of new medical devices for diagnostics, healthcare, pharmaceutical and biotechnology applications also needs innovative production systems. In this artacile, we take a look at how ‘Automation transforms medical device assembly’.
Designing and building…
What makes TSN Ethernet a Formative Technology?
In a recent InnoTalk webcast, an Advantech expert panel considered an emerging technology with potentially transformative effect on the automation industries and on the convergence of OT and IT systems. It…