How to Evaluate PLC Programming Languages
In this episode, we connect with Doug Yerger of system integrator Grantek to discuss the differences among and preferences for Instruction List, Structured Text, Ladder Diagram, Function Block Diagram...
19 Apr 202217min
How Does a Digital Twin Work in Practice?
In this episode we connect with Dan Riley of system integrator firm Interstates to learn how digital twins are used to represent specific pieces of equipment as well as entire plant floor operations....
15 Mars 202219min
Using Remote I/O in the Main Control Enclosure
In this episode of the "Automation World Gets Your Questions Answered" podcast, we connect with Bryan Little of Avanceon to answer a reader question about the use of remote I/O in the main electrical ...
15 Feb 20228min
Is SCADA IoT Control Too Risky?
In this episode of the "Automation World Gets Your Questions Answered" podcast, we connect with Ben Manlongat of system integrator Outbound Technologies to learn about the risks of remote access and r...
18 Jan 202222min
How to Decide Whether to Use a PLC, a PAC or an Industrial PC?
In this episode of the "Automation World Gets Your Questions Answered" podcast series, we connect with Nate Kay of industrial control system integrator Martin CSI to learn about the key differences be...
14 Dec 202111min
How to Connect Legacy Equipment for Data Acquisition and Analysis?
In this episode of the Automation World Gets Your Questions Answered" podcast series, we connect with Luke Stephenson of Enterprise Automation to understand the best methods for connecting older devic...
19 Okt 202121min
How Can New Material Handling Technologies Support Adaptive Manufacturing Concepts?
In this episode, we connect with Jeff Johnson, U.S. mechatronics product manager at Beckhoff, to learn more about how Beckhoff's XPlanar material handling system uses levitating tiles to move parts an...
12 Sep 202122min
What is MTTR and MTBF?
In this episode, we connect with Sam Russem of system integration firm Grantek to better understand Meantime to Repair (MTTR) and Meantime Before/Between Failure (MTBF). We explore how these metrics a...
16 Aug 202113min
