Automating Process Control Alarm Response
Automation World
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
With its D/3 Distributed Control System, NovaTech addresses the processing industry’s adoption of a standards-based approach to alarm management to avoid alarm flooding.
PICMG InterEdge and OPAF Partnership to Advance Open Process Control Technology
Gary Mintchell
MAY 6, 2024
I wrote a couple of times when some press releases noted support for a new PICMG InterEdge interface for open process automation applications. They’ve announced a formal agreement with OPAF to provide an “official” OPAF edge controller connectivity.
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Industrial Companies Move Toward Open Automation Tech
Automation World
NOVEMBER 2, 2022
ExxonMobil, Intel, and Wood PLC share their experiences with UniversalAutomation.org’s shared source runtime execution engine for interoperable, plug-and-produce automation.
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Testa Center Automates Pharmaceutical Innovation
Automation World
MARCH 3, 2023
A collaborative project between Rockwell Automation and Cytiva combines biomanufacturing and automation to create a scalable platform for the pharmaceutical industry’s digital transformation.
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Insights into Industrial Automation with IIoT-Powered Process Control
Automation World
JUNE 28, 2024
How Industrial Internet of Things devices and supercharged connectivity are driving manufacturing.
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Six questions that can help remove advanced process control roadblocks
Control Engineering
SEPTEMBER 9, 2022
Advanced process control (APC) brings regulatory control elements together to create a more sophisticated structure, fully unlocking the power of automation. APC uses statistical modeling, analytics, model predictive control (MPC), multiple loop control and more. Advanced Process Control Insights.
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Manufacturing, mangos and Melbourne Airport: Beckhoff powers flexible process control
Manufacturer's Monthly
OCTOBER 19, 2022
From their headquarters in Lake Wendouree, Brown’s team has been using advanced methodology to promote Australian innovation through process control and automation systems since 1985. According to Brown, AIE Global was established by a group of engineers with the specific aim of supporting turnkey automation projects.
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What is Inhibiting Process Control?
Automation World
MAY 18, 2023
What factors are negatively affecting process control, and what steps can be taken to remedy them?
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Automated Valve Choice Considerations
Automation World
AUGUST 25, 2022
Learn about the most commonly available automated valve types, how to determine valve sizing, and the different actuator options for process control valves.
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The Link Between CNC Process Control and Powertrain Warranties
Modern Machine Shop
JULY 30, 2023
Photo Credit: Modern Machine Shop As this publication has documented many times over the years, Renishaw has been relentless in its pursuit of achieving process control over its own high-mix, low-volume manufacturing operations, turning to its own production facilities in the United Kingdom as proving grounds for new innovations.
Process Control — Leveraging Machine Shop Connectivity in Real Time
Modern Machine Shop
AUGUST 3, 2023
Modern Machine Shop began writing about RAMTIC a quarter-century ago, and the RAMTIC system is still fundamental to Renishaw’s approach to shopfloor automation and process control. If Renishaw was to increase the efficiency of its shop floor, it needed real-time, data-driven process control.
Process Automation Device Information Model Working Group Introduces Extensions to Standard
Gary Mintchell
JUNE 25, 2024
This news holds relevance for those hoping for “open” process control technology. The co-owners of Process Automation Device Information Model (PA-DIM), including FieldComm Group , ISA 100 WCI, NAMUR, ODVA , OPC Foundation , PROFIBUS and PROFINET International , VDMA, and ZVEI, today announced the release of the PA-DIM Version 1.1
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Beyond PID: 6 advanced strategies to add value to modern process control
Control Engineering
AUGUST 27, 2023
Learning Objectives Understand proportional-integral-derivative’s (PID’s) role in process control applications. PID insights Proportional-integral-derivative (PID) is a valuable tool for process control applications, but sometimes the application is too complex for basic PID. Courtesy: Maverick Technologies 4.
Emerson Adds Software to its DeltaV Automation Platform
Gary Mintchell
APRIL 15, 2024
Emerson has gone through a process of divesting companies and adding others, such as NI (nee National Instruments) becoming overall more of an automation company. Much like years ago when Rockwell shed aerospace and trucks and other industries becoming Rockwell Automation.
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Pilot Plant Tests Process Control for Producing Synthetic Gas from Coal
Automation World
NOVEMBER 22, 2023
The Leigh Creek Energy Project exceeded expectations with a peak flow rate of 7.5mmcf/day through use of an integrated architecture built on Rockwell Automation hardware and software.
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PICMG Announces Release of New InterEdge Standard
Gary Mintchell
MARCH 13, 2024
Targeted at Open, Modular Process Control Systems Modular compute, switch, and I/O architecture enables interoperable standard for industrial PCs, PLCs, and distributed control systems. Supports IEC 61499 and IEC 61131 for compatibility with a wide range of automation systems. I am trying to understand this one.
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Autonomous Process Control Using Robotics and Automated Inspection in Manufacturing
Metrology
OCTOBER 20, 2024
Flexxbotics has announced the publication of a new white paper titled 'Autonomous Process Control (APC) using Robots and Automated Inspection in Manufacturing'. The post Autonomous Process Control Using Robotics and Automated Inspection in Manufacturing appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.
Caron Engineering Automation Solutions Improve Process Control
Modern Machine Shop
AUGUST 13, 2024
Caron Engineering showcases its latest technology for automation, tool monitoring and process control. In addition to unveiling features of its flagship TMAC adaptive tool monitoring system, Caron Engineering highlights AutoComp, automated tool wear compensation software and ToolConnect, an RFID tool data management system.
Yokogawa Updates OpreX Process Automation Family
Gary Mintchell
APRIL 10, 2024
Yokogawa has sent a couple of process automation announcements recently. The second concerns strengthened industrial network support in CENTUM in the Control and Safety System family of solutions. The post Yokogawa Updates OpreX Process Automation Family appeared first on The Manufacturing Connection.
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Emerson Chosen as Automation Partner For Korea’s Largest EV Lithium-Ion Battery Recycler
Gary Mintchell
JANUARY 18, 2024
I seldom report when an automation supplier gets a project “win.” a specialist in lithium-ion battery recycling, to provide automation solutions in support of sustainable production and operational efficiency goals at the newest of three lithium-ion recycling plants located at SungEel’s Hydro Center complex in Gunsan, Jeollabuk-do.
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Artificial Intelligence Autonomously Controls JSR Chemical Plant
Automation World
AUGUST 4, 2022
Using reinforcement learning AI developed by Yokogawa, along with other Yokogawa automation technologies, a distillation column at a JSR Corp. plant was autonomously operated for 35 days.
ABB Unveils View of Future of Process Automation
Gary Mintchell
JULY 11, 2022
“In more than 25 years in the automation and energy business, I have never experienced more exciting times, albeit with more existential challenges,” says Peter Terwiesch, President, ABB Process Automation. Terwiesch spoke with me several times back when he was CTO of ABB process automation.
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FLIR Unveils Cooled Automation Camera for Process Control, Monitoring, and Quality Assurance
Metrology
MAY 15, 2024
FLIR, a Teledyne Technologies company, has announced the FLIR A6301, a cooled-core longwave thermal imaging camera designed for 24/7 inspection and automation applications aimed at making production lines more efficient and improving product quality.
ABB Launches Upgraded DCS ABB Ability System 800xA
Gary Mintchell
MAY 31, 2024
While on the smaller, more flexible Process Control theme, let’s take a look at ABB. That company brought a new editor who came from industry up to the Cleveland suburbs to learn all about their newly designed process control system, the 800xA. is said to reduce the complexity and cost of automation projects.
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Is Automation the Key to Sustainable Microchip Manufacturing?
Automation World
JULY 10, 2024
Automated smart water management tools can help semiconductor fabricators address sustainability goals and still turn a profit.
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Registration Now Open for Emerson’s New Software-Focused Automation Conference
Gary Mintchell
JULY 7, 2023
Rockwell Automation started calling itself a software company with its partnership with PTC and acquisitions of Plex and Fiix. Global technology and software leader Emerson will bring together customers, experts, and automation industry leaders for a three-day, process automation experience as part of the first Emerson Exchange Immerse.
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PICMG InterEdge and OPAF Partnership to Advance Open Process Control Technology
i4.0 today
APRIL 29, 2024
PICMG, the consortium for open hardware specifications, has entered a liaison partnership with The Open Group Open Process Automation Forum (OPAF) to collaboratively develop interoperable, interchangeable technology specifications for the process control industry. Our relationship with PICMG is invaluable.
The Open Group Open Process Automation Forum Announces Certification Program
Gary Mintchell
OCTOBER 1, 2024
I have two pieces of news regarding The Open Process Automation Forum. I have unfortunately seen enough of these open automation standards attempts to wonder if this one will go much farther—especially given the maturity of the market. These came just as I was wondering if the organization had been making any more progress.
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What Manufacturers Need to Know About Software-Defined Automation
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
While this may sound like some untested concept, increasingly familiar technologies and processes, such as virtualization, edge and cloud computing, DevOps and open-source software are all aspects of the movement towards software-defined automation.
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Collaboration Boosts Process Automation Device Information Model
Gary Mintchell
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
ISA100 WCI, NAMUR, ODVA, PI, VDMA, and ZVEI Plan to Partner with FieldComm Group and OPC Foundation to Collaboratively Develop the Process Automation Device Information Model Standard. New co-owners of the PA-DIM specification include ISA100 WCI, ODVA, PROFIBUS/PROFINET International, NAMUR, VDMA, and ZVEI.
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How to create best practices for effective automation applications
Control Engineering
AUGUST 15, 2022
Assess the process or processes under consideration for automation. Determine if a redesign is needed prior to automating. Examine lessons learned and best practices for effective control system applications. Automation Application Insights. Automation cannot cure overly complex operations.
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Hermetically-Sealed Sensors Accept Long Cable Runs For Process Control and Factory Automation Applications
Metrology
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
NewTek Sensor Solutions has announced its Hermetically-Sealed 4-20mA sensors now accept long cables for process control and factory automation applications when standard lengths cannot reach distant control rooms, signal conditioners, PLCs and/or data loggers.
Extend Automation Performance via Hardware and Software Decoupling
Automation World
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Schneider Electric’s Michael Martinez explains how decoupling devices from software allows you to extend the life of automation systems while also improving their availability, scalability, and performance.
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Honeywell Experion® PKS R530 Brings Automation to the Forefront of Industrial Process Control
i4.0 today
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
Honeywell today announced it is driving new automation capabilities into Experion® Process Knowledge System (PKS), with Release R530. Experion® PKS offers industry-leading flexibility in automation system design, engineering, deployment, and ongoing maintenance. Today Magazine.
Avid Solutions and Rockwell Automation Collaborate to Enhance Green Hydrogen Production
Gary Mintchell
AUGUST 14, 2023
The major automation companies intrigued me when they all switched from messaging their mission as automation to software. Now Rockwell Automation is messaging itself as the digital transformation company. Click for more information about sustainability efforts from Rockwell Automation. Enter a collaboration.
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Software Strategy for Automated Mold Inspection
Mold Making Technology
OCTOBER 22, 2023
The goal of a common metrology platform is to seamlessly support the design/build process, including CAD/CAM and computer-aided inspection (CAI). Photo Credit, all images: Verisurf Automated metrology is pervasive in manufacturing today, but not just for quality verification. The expansion of automated metrology has been very positive.
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Universal automation lays the foundation for smart factories
Control Engineering
JANUARY 4, 2023
Learn how IEC 61499 and IEC 61131-3 are impacting universal automation. Learn about universal automation’s benefits and how technology such as Ethernet-APL and edge devices will improve users’ intelligence. Smart factory and automation insights. Universal Automation is pushing towards a factory floor standard.
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Open Process Automation Forum Moving From Standards to Products
Gary Mintchell
FEBRUARY 24, 2023
One of the meetings I look forward to these days at the ARC Forum in Orlando concerns updates from The Open Process Automation Forum , a working group of The Open Group. That company faced upgrading its automation platforms at considerable expense. Other end user companies faced the same challenge. We’ll see where this one goes.
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Industrial Processes and Wireless Communications – Part III: Process Automation Monitoring
Cisco Manufacturing
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Examples are, mobile robots, AGV(automated guided vehicles), and manufacturing infrastructure. For these processes to run over wireless infrastructure, the communications technology must deliver against strict application requirements for performance and reliability. 3) Process automation monitoring. Non-Real-Time.
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Impact of Edge Computing on Process Control in Smart Manufacturing
Metrology
JANUARY 3, 2024
Smart manufacturing, characterized by the integration of cutting-edge technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and automation, has ushered in a new era of industrial efficiency.
Robotic Thread Verification Enhances Q-Span® Automated Gauging System
Fabricating & Metal Work
APRIL 14, 2023
Thread verification is the latest enhancement to New Scale Robotics ’ Q-Span Automated Gauging System , a do-it-yourself (DIY) robotic automation system for quality teams in high-mix, small-batch manufacturing. Data from any or all gauges can be used in real time for in-process decision making and process monitoring.
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SICK and Endress+Hauser Want To Join Forces in Process Automation
Gary Mintchell
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
This partnership news concerns German sensor company SICK and Swiss measurement and automation technology specialist Endress+Hauser. Both companies are aiming for a strategic partnership for SICK’s process automation business segment and have signed a joint memorandum of understanding.
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New user-friendly signal conditioner pairs with signal processing system
Design World
JANUARY 3, 2023
NewTek Sensor Solutions offers the most advanced and user-friendly signal conditioner that pairs with AC-operated linear and rotary position sensors to deliver reliable feedback in DC voltage, current, and digital outputs for use in factory automation, materials testing, packaging, and dimensional gaging applications.
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Former Emerson Process Leader Publishes Book
Gary Mintchell
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
John Berra, former chairman of Emerson Process and the leader who assembled that group, once told me in an interview that he wished someone would write a book about the early days and development of automated process control. He also wrote a column for me when I was at Automation World after he retired.
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