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Controltec is launching Ex STM 515 series of Ex solenoid interlocks with ATEX and IECEx approvals. Their purpose is to …
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MCUs defend against maliciously reprogramming a device
More and more everyday items are connected to the cloud — from cellphones and vehicles to smart thermostats and home …
Read More »How to maximise heat transfer system uptime in winter
Preparing for winter involves more than turning the heating on and digging out your winter coat. For example, blocking drafts, …
Read More »Composite materials: selecting sustainable fibres
The durability, lightness, and strength of composite materials make them applicable in many industries from building, construction, and infrastructure (BCI) …
Read More »Avoiding clashes on a multi-point wireless network
Wireless telemetry systems are a crucial tool for plant-wide monitoring and control applications, but site managers often have trouble identifying …
Read More »Optical character recognition with AI revolutionises label reading
Mathijs Baron and Feifei Huo look at how character recognition (OCR) powered by artificial intelligence (AI) helps to bring label …
Read More »Non-contact absolute positioning system
Determining a safe absolute position usually requires using highly complex technology. Pepperl+Fuchs offers much simpler solutions for this process, which …
Read More »Two-part surge protection
Modularity, loop disconnect function, and fault monitoring for signal lines up to SIL 3 in accordance with IEC/EN 61508 – …
Read More »Compact valve position indicator for quick and easy commissioning
Emerson announces its new TopWorx DVR Switchbox, an entry-level addition to the DV Series of valve position indicators. It combines …
Read More »High-performance control for heavy-duty servo applications
The majority of servo applications are characterised by compact machinery that usually require relatively low current. However, when there’s the …
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