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Automation News Roundup for May 31, 2024 (R022)

All the top industrial automation headlines covered in today’s episode of the Automation News Roundup.

Note: The Automation News Roundup has replaced the full length Automation Morning Show as our daily free news video. The Automation Morning Show is now a member only perk. Learn more about our membership options here.


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Thanks to everyone who watched or listened today! All the links to today’s news can be found on today’s episode of the Automation Morning Show. If you think we missed something, or just want to share a news tip, please do so using this link.

Vendors who’d like to sponsor our show can learn about the options we offer, as well as contact us directly using this link.

And if you’d like to unlock the full news show and daily links, you can become a member for $2.50 per week at TheAutomationBlog.com/memberships, or at YouTube.com/InsightsInAutomation/Join, or at TheAutomationBlog.com/join.

Huge thanks to all our members for making the full news show possible!

Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

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Automation Morning Show for May 31, 2024 (N202)

All of today’s industrial automation news covered in this edition of the Automation Morning Show.



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Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

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Empowering Data Center Growth by Inductive Automation


Empowering Data Center Growth:

A recent piece by Inductive Automation emphasized the rapid expansion of data centers over the past ten years. This growth was initially sparked by organizations migrating their computing resources to the cloud, and the trend has since accelerated. The escalating demand for computational power, especially due to the advent of AI, has put data center enlargement in the spotlight. The need for increased data center capacity is clear, whether for hyperscalers or colocation owners.

One of the primary hurdles in expanding data centers is the management of significant power and cooling needs. As data centers grow, so do their power and cooling requirements. In the current fast-paced market, data center operators need a building and power management system that is easy to handle, scalable, and quick to deploy.

Enter BW Design Group, one of the largest System Integrators in the US, renowned for its proficiency in designing and implementing systems customized to the specific needs of data centers. They utilize Ignition by Inductive Automation for clients in this sector due to its efficient system management and monitoring, scalability, and quick deployment capabilities.

In a forthcoming post, BW Design Group will divulge their strategies, insights, and best practices for leveraging the power of Ignition in data centers. Stay tuned for more information on how companies are addressing the burgeoning demands of the data center industry.

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Automation News Roundup for May 30, 2024 (R021)

All the top industrial automation headlines covered in today’s episode of the Automation News Roundup.

Note: The Automation News Roundup has replaced the full length Automation Morning Show as our daily free news video. The Automation Morning Show is now a member only perk. Learn more about our membership options here.


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Show Notes:

Thanks to everyone who watched or listened today! All the links to today’s news can be found on today’s episode of the Automation Morning Show. If you think we missed something, or just want to share a news tip, please do so using this link.

Vendors who’d like to sponsor our show can learn about the options we offer, as well as contact us directly using this link.

And if you’d like to unlock the full news show and daily links, you can become a member for $2.50 per week at TheAutomationBlog.com/memberships, or at YouTube.com/InsightsInAutomation/Join, or at TheAutomationBlog.com/join.

Huge thanks to all our members for making the full news show possible!

Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.

Shawn M Tierney
Technology Enthusiast & Content Creator

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Automation Morning Show for May 30, 2024 (N201)

All of today’s industrial automation news covered in this edition of the Automation Morning Show.



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Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.

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Automation News Roundup for May 29, 2024 (R020)

All the top industrial automation headlines covered in today’s episode of the Automation News Roundup.

Note: The Automation News Roundup has replaced the full length Automation Morning Show as our daily free news video. The Automation Morning Show is now a member only perk. Learn more about our membership options here.


Watch the Show:



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Show Notes:

Thanks to everyone who watched or listened today! All the links to today’s news can be found on today’s episode of the Automation Morning Show. If you think we missed something, or just want to share a news tip, please do so using this link.

Vendors who’d like to sponsor our show can learn about the options we offer, as well as contact us directly using this link.

And if you’d like to unlock the full news show and daily links, you can become a member for $2.50 per week at TheAutomationBlog.com/memberships, or at YouTube.com/InsightsInAutomation/Join, or at TheAutomationBlog.com/join.

Huge thanks to all our members for making the full news show possible!

Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.

Shawn M Tierney
Technology Enthusiast & Content Creator

Eliminate commercials and gain access to my weekly full length hands-on, news, and Q&A sessions by becoming a member at The Automation Blog or on YouTube. You'll also find all of my affordable PLC, HMI, and SCADA courses at TheAutomationSchool.com.

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What is a safety instrumented system? by Schneider Electric


What is a safety instrumented system?:

A recent publication from Schneider Electric highlights that EcoStruxure Triconex Safety and Critical Control has been at the forefront of safety and critical control solutions for four decades. Their Safety Instrumented System (SIS) is characterized by a highly resilient triple modular redundant (TMR) structure, with over 1 billion safe operating hours without a recorded dangerous failure on demand. The integration of Schneider Electric’s TÜV Rheinland-certified SIS into a facility minimizes operational risk and facilitates uninterrupted safe operation.

The SIS is composed of three fundamental components: sensors that identify initiating events, logic solvers that decide the reaction to threats, and final elements that restore processes to a safe condition. Through the execution of safety instrumented functions, an SIS aids in lowering risks to a tolerable level, safeguarding individuals, production, and the environment. EcoStruxure Triconex SIS systems comply with IEC 61508 functional safety standards, guaranteeing adherence to international safety regulations and best practices in process safety management.

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Posted by Julius Frago
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Automation Morning Show for May 29, 2024 (N200)

All of today’s industrial automation news covered in this edition of the Automation Morning Show.



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Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

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Automation News Roundup for May 28, 2024 (R019)

All the top industrial automation headlines covered in today’s episode of the Automation News Roundup.

Note: The Automation News Roundup has replaced the full length Automation Morning Show as our daily free news video. The Automation Morning Show is now a member only perk. Learn more about our membership options here.


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Show Notes:

Thanks to everyone who watched or listened today! All the links to today’s news can be found on today’s episode of the Automation Morning Show. If you think we missed something, or just want to share a news tip, please do so using this link.

Vendors who’d like to sponsor our show can learn about the options we offer, as well as contact us directly using this link.

And if you’d like to unlock the full news show and daily links, you can become a member for $2.50 per week at TheAutomationBlog.com/memberships, or at YouTube.com/InsightsInAutomation/Join, or at TheAutomationBlog.com/join.

Huge thanks to all our members for making the full news show possible!

Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.

Shawn M Tierney
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Vision to Reality: Industrial Gen-AI Revolution by Rockwell Automation


Vision to Reality: Industrial Gen-AI Revolution:

A recent piece from Rockwell Automation highlights the importance of Generative AI (GenAI) as a key technological investment for the manufacturing industry. GenAI uses AI methodologies to learn from existing data and generate new, unique outputs that mirror the original data without replicating it. This technology is set to play a significant role in addressing the shortage of skilled labor in the manufacturing sector, a point stressed in the State of Smart Manufacturing Report.

The report, which gathered insights from more than 1,500 manufacturers, pinpoints the lack of a skilled workforce as a major issue for the sector. To tackle this problem, a number of manufacturers are turning to cutting-edge technologies like GenAI to fill the void and enhance productivity without replacing human workers.

In the coming three years, GenAI is anticipated to significantly influence key areas such as quality control and risk mitigation, especially in the realm of cybersecurity. Quality control is forecasted to become the main application for AI and machine learning in 2024. The increasing demand for industrial applications incorporating GenAI indicates its swift ascent on the technology priority ladder, as manufacturers seek to harness its transformative potential to improve operations.

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Posted by Julius Frago
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Automation Morning Show for May 28, 2024 (N199)

All of today’s industrial automation news covered in this edition of the Automation Morning Show.



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Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

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Arduino Basics – The Getting Started with Arduino Online Course by TheAutomationSchool


Arduino Basics – The Getting Started with Arduino Online Course:

In a recent piece from TheAutomationSchool, the world of Arduino microcontrollers was unveiled to readers, providing a thorough guide for novices. The article delved into basic concepts such as the evolution of Arduino and the unboxing experiences of four kits from 2024.

It also offered hands-on advice on obtaining the Arduino programming software, devising, coding, and testing projects at no cost, and opening, checking, and uploading projects. Furthermore, the article showcased how to construct test circuits both with and without Arduino, how to operate motors and servos, how to utilize sequential logic, and even included a project on building a traffic light system using Arduino. In summary, the article acted as a beneficial resource for those interested in exploring the potential of Arduino in electronic projects.

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Posted by Julius Frago
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Compact 5000 I/O System by Rockwell Automation


Compact 5000 I/O System:

Rockwell Automation recently published an article detailing the features of the Compact 5000™ I/O system. This system offers a broad selection of standard and safety modules. It is equipped with dual gigabit (Gb) embedded Ethernet ports for Device Level Ring (DLR) and Linear topologies, offering adaptability and customization for applications that demand high speed and performance.

The Compact 5000™ I/O system is engineered to enhance performance capabilities within the Logix platform. It has a compact structure that serves as local I/O modules in a CompactLogix™ 5380, Compact GuardLogix® 5380, or CompactLogix system.

A notable feature of the Compact 5000™ I/O system is its compatibility with the Compact 5000 EtherNet/IP™ adapter. This makes it an optimal distributed I/O solution for controllers such as the CompactLogix 5380, Compact GuardLogix 5380, CompactLogix, ControlLogix® 5580, and GuardLogix 5580.

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Posted by Julius Frago
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Automation News Roundup for May 24, 2024 (R018)

All the top industrial automation headlines covered in today’s episode of the Automation News Roundup.

Note: The Automation News Roundup has replaced the full length Automation Morning Show as our daily free news video. The Automation Morning Show is now a member only perk. Learn more about our membership options here.


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Show Notes:

Thanks to everyone who watched or listened today! All the links to today’s news can be found on today’s episode of the Automation Morning Show. If you think we missed something, or just want to share a news tip, please do so using this link.

Vendors who’d like to sponsor our show can learn about the options we offer, as well as contact us directly using this link.

And if you’d like to unlock the full news show and daily links, you can become a member for $2.50 per week at TheAutomationBlog.com/memberships, or at YouTube.com/InsightsInAutomation/Join, or at TheAutomationBlog.com/join.

Huge thanks to all our members for making the full news show possible!

Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.

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ET 200pro: EM 2 SSI for connecting SSI absolute encoders by Siemens


ET 200pro:

A recent Siemens article announced the availability of the EM 2 SSI electronic module, a part of the SIMATIC ET 200pro distributed I/O system. This module is engineered to ease the connection of SSI absolute encoders with RS-422 interfaces, providing two identical channels for this function. To maximize the use of this module, the CM SSI 2xM12 connection module (6ES7194-4CC00-0AA0) needs to be ordered separately.

The SIMATIC ET 200pro system is known for its robust and modular structure, offering an IP65/67 protection level. This system offers a broad selection of modules, allowing for diverse application possibilities directly on the machine, eliminating the need for a control cabinet. Its hot-swappable design facilitates easy module replacement without needing to shut down the system, guaranteeing uninterrupted operation.

The introduction of the EM 2 SSI expansion module allows users to integrate SSI absolute encoders for position recording, further boosting the system’s adaptability and functionality.

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Posted by Julius Frago
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Automation Morning Show for May 24, 2024 (N198)

All of today’s industrial automation news covered in this edition of the Automation Morning Show.



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Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.

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Automation News Roundup for May 23, 2024 (R017)

All the top industrial automation headlines covered in today’s episode of the Automation News Roundup.

Note: The Automation News Roundup has replaced the full length Automation Morning Show as our daily free news video. The Automation Morning Show is now a member only perk. Learn more about our membership options here.


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Show Notes:

Thanks to everyone who watched or listened today! All the links to today’s news can be found on today’s episode of the Automation Morning Show. If you think we missed something, or just want to share a news tip, please do so using this link.

Vendors who’d like to sponsor our show can learn about the options we offer, as well as contact us directly using this link.

And if you’d like to unlock the full news show and daily links, you can become a member for $2.50 per week at TheAutomationBlog.com/memberships, or at YouTube.com/InsightsInAutomation/Join, or at TheAutomationBlog.com/join.

Huge thanks to all our members for making the full news show possible!

Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.

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High-Precision Wide-Beam Measurement Improves Quality and Yield by Banner


EG24 PRECISION EDGE SENSOR:

A recent article from Banner introduces the EG24, a sensor engineered for quick and accurate edge measurement. It prides itself on a resolution of under 10 microns and a measurement frequency of 2 kHz, ensuring high accuracy and swift response times. These characteristics lead to better process control, increased yield, and minimized waste. Furthermore, the EG24 provides several measuring modes and has the ability to monitor different materials, making it versatile for numerous applications.

For more information, visit this link to the original article:



Posted by Julius Frago
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Automation Morning Show for May 23, 2024 (N197)

All of today’s industrial automation news covered in this edition of the Automation Morning Show.



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Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

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Project Libraries in TIA Portal (P204)

This week I meet back up with John DeTellem of Siemens to learn about Project Libraries in TIA Portal in this episode of The Automation Podcast

For more information, check out the “Show Notes” located below the video.


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The Automation Podcast, Episode 204 Show Notes:

Special thanks to John DeTellem of Siemens for coming on the show to bring us up to speed on Project Libraries in TIA Portal.

Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

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