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How open process automation will shape the future of pump control

Control Engineering

On the other are general-purpose devices, such as programmable logic controllers (PLCs), which are programmed to control multi-pump systems along with peripheral functions, or even entire pump stations. It would be built on an open platform that supports application development in a variety of programming environments from different sources.

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Robot integration ease of use a priority

Control Engineering

A single robot library will enable engineers to access and control simple functions, and higher level functions that can be added later as needed. Source: Profinet. ” Solution: A single manufacturer-independent library means programming the robot directly in the PLC. New robot systems working group.

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MES and ERP Data Integration

ATS

Understanding MES and ERP systems: key differences and functions MES and ERP systems are complementary. They play interconnected but independent roles in manufacturing operations and both are required to ensure smooth operations. What is an ERP? The result is more consistent inventory management that reduces total costs.

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Taking a different approach to DCS upgrades

Control Engineering

The issue of relatively little incremental functionality and (economical) value of replacement DCS systems is a major constraint for achieving these goals as companies seek to digitalize their operations, achieve smart manufacturing, and advance towards more autonomous operations.

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Identifying and Eliminating the 8 Forms of Waste in Manufacturing

CMTC Manufacturing Tech

Reduce this waste area through two key steps: Source-based quality control : Implement procedures at each manufacturing stage that integrate quality control to avoid wasted time on correcting a defect and assign quality control and reporting at the source.

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Universal automation lays the foundation for smart factories

Control Engineering

Understand the shift toward the smart factory and the challenges process manufacturers face. This function block-driven standard is now starting to gain traction because the timing is right to use it now. Its distribution functionality and support for dynamic reconfiguration provide the required infrastructure for Industry 4.0

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TrendMiner Applauded by Frost & Sullivan for Global Product Leadership in the Category of Industrial Analytics

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

TrendMiner has specific expertise in the development and consultation of pattern recognition and analytics functionality for the chemical, oil and gas, energy, water, food and beverage, and other process manufacturing sectors. It eliminates expensive investments in Big Data infrastructure and long implementation projects.”