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Articles

Why Batch Processors and Integrator’s Business Models Should Align

Batch processors’ exposure to automation business modeling can vary, but a high quality integrator can support effective establishment or expansion of this understanding for their clients’ benefit.

How to Pass Data Securely Through a DMZ

There are issues with passing operations technology data through a DMZ using OPC UA or MQTT. Secure tunnel/mirroring software resolves them.
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BASF Completes Successful Ethernet-APL Tests with ABB DCS

In its first greenfield Ethernet-APL project in Europe, BASF required potential suppliers to conduct Ethernet-APL performance tests before final contracts were awarded.

Flowserve Obtains FDT 3.0 DTM Certification

The flow control software driver for Flowserve’s new Logix 3820 Series digital positioner is based on FDT/DTM technology that extends standardized device management to mobile ...

Case Study: I/O Keeps Medical-Grade Water Flowing

Specialty Water Technologies' automated water-quality monitoring systems use Weidmuller USA's u-remote I/O to monitor sensors in the water-purification process.

Continuous Expansion of Wireless Capabilities

Control explores the evolving landscape of wireless technology and its implications for various industries.
An example of EtherNet/IP CAT5e cables from Belden.

EtherNet/IP Gets New Process Device Profiles

ODVA has added process device profiles to the EtherNet/IP specification to provide a standard format for process variables and diagnostics and support Ethernet-APL.
SignalFire Pressure Scout for remote pressure monitoring and alarming in the field.

SignalFire Ranger Achieves Sparkplug Compatibility

The cellular field device signal transmitter is reportedly the first field device to pass the Sparkplug Compatibility Program

Videos

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ERP’s Growing Importance to Production Operations

How manufacturers are leveraging the connection between ERP and plant floor systems to improve production operations.
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Endress+Hauser's Ethernet-APL Approach

Ryan Williams of Endress+Hauser explains the company's work with Ethernet-APL to bring Ethernet connectivity to field devices. He also explains how instrument measurements are...