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A wake-up call for Australian industry

Manufacturer's Monthly

Most importantly, we will need a set of design parameters that will allow for standardisation of infrastructure, transport and logistics. International best practice for wind tower section manufacture relies on a continuous production process suitable for a high degree of automation.

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PLCs, PACs and edge controllers in an era of high availability

Control Engineering

With manufacturers seeking new ways to maximize the efficiency and profitability of their operations, there is greater emphasis on control system technology that helps to ensure continuous production and greater plant availability. Controller redundancy.