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Year In Review: Our Top Ten Podcasts, Videos, and Blogs for 2023 (P189)

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This week is our annual Year In Review Podcast in which we cover our Top Ten Blogs, Podcasts and Videos for 2023 (with commentary) 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 189 Show Notes:

Special thanks to our audience and all the vendors who came on the show this year and helped make us the #1 Industrial Automation Podcast and Show with over 158K downloads!

If you’d like to support our work or come on the show, see the links below:

Vendors: Would you like your product featured on the Podcast, Show or Blog? If you would, please contact me at: https://theautomationblog.com/contact

Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

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Mitsubishi Launches Tool to Streamline the Quoting Process of New Machines

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Julius Frago
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Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. Launches Tool to Match System Requirements and Streamline the Quoting Process of New Machines:

According to a recent announcement by Mitsubishi Electric Automation, the company has introduced its FA Integrated Selection tool as a valuable resource for customers to configure their systems. Instead of manually searching through catalogs and manuals to find components that meet their requirements, this user-friendly tool is specifically designed to streamline the selection process for customers.

The FA Selection also allows users to configure their system by device or network type and includes Mitsubishi Electric PLCs, VFDs, Remote I/O, HMIs, Servos, and cables. Customers can configure 1 axis or 1000 and visualize the configuration with a system configuration diagram

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


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Sales Release for Siemens SINAMICS S220 Booksize Motor Modules

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Julius Frago
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SINAMICS S220 Booksize Motor Modules:

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This article from SIEMENS releases SINAMICS S120 Booksize the standard for performance and quality in drive technology for machine tools/production machines and general motion control applications.

New innovations are developed on the SINAMICS S220 platform, which offers a unique architecture for future requirements as well as even more powerful features compared to the proven SINAMICS S120.

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Sales Release of the Siemens ET 200AL MultiFieldbus Interface Module

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ET 200AL MultiFieldbus Interface Module IM 157-1 MF:

According to a recent article by SIEMENS, the SIMATIC ET 200AL distributed I/O system has been enhanced with the addition of an IM157-1 MF MultiFieldbus interface module. This update enables the ET 200AL I/O system to be utilized with a PROFINET controller, as well as with an EtherNet/IP or Modbus TCP controller.

The MultiFieldbus interface module is suitable for operating the SIMATIC ET 200AL I/O system on the PROFINET, EtherNet/IP and Modbus TCP fieldbuses for the following applications.

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


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January 24 News about ABB, Mitsubishi, Beckhoff, Idec, Siemens, Banner, Rockwell, Schneider & more (N162)

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Shawn Tierney
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Daily Industrial Automation News Roundup:

Today’s News: ABB Buys Meshmind, Phoenix Contact joins vPAC, Yokogawa Partners with TIM, Mitsubishi Releases Integrated Selection Tool, Linmot’s R&D Center, Beckhoff Introduces CX5600, Thomson’s New Compact Linear Motion System, Idec Launches XA/XW E-Stops, Cincoze’s Slim IPCs, Advantech’s MIC-715-OX Rugged IPC, Siemens’ SINAMICS Smart Adapter, SINAMICS S220 Booksize Motor Modules, ET 200AL MultiFieldbus Interface Module, and DriveSim Designer, SMC’s Electric Gripper for COBOTS and Wear Resistant Tubing, View Site Edition Online Course, Aveva on Top InTouch Features, Schneider on Digital Transformation, rf Ideas on HMI Security, Banner on Vibration Sensors, Pepperl+Fuchs on IIoT Solutions, Electromate’s Guide to Encoders, Prosoft on PROFINET, Auvesy-MDT Backup via OPC Trigger, Software Toolbox DataHub PLC to SQL, Rockwell on Cartoner applciation, Beckhoff on TwinCAT CNC, Aveva on PI, Schneider on Harmony ST6, Rockwell on PlantPAx Control Strategies, IEEE on New Robot Tricks and more in this episode of the Automation Morning Show.

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Thanks to everyone who watched or listened today! All the links to today's news can be found on our sister site, Automate.News, and 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 join our community and support our work, you can do so for the price of a cup of coffee each month at TheAutomationBlog.com/join.

Huge thanks to all our supporters there!

Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

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Top Ten Automation Videos for 2023

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Shawn Tierney
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Today we’re taking a look at our Top Ten Videos for 2023. These include episodes of The Automation Show, Minute, Demo, Q&A and Tech Tips, but does not include episodes of The Automation Podcast which we covered in a previous article.

Top Ten Videos Of 2023

#10: S7 PLCSim, TIA Portal v18 – Create, Test Programs (T010)

#9: Mitsubishi FX-5 PLC: First Time Programming (S1E28B)

#8: PanelView Plus 7 – Firmware: How To Flash Update (M4E37)

#7: TIA Portal, S7-1200 – Creating your first Program (S19)

#6: PanelView Plus 7 – Reset to Factory Defaults (M4E38)

#5: How to install EDS Files (M3E21)

#4: PanelView Plus – Config Mode: How To Access (M3E22)

#3: Wago PLC: First Time Programming (S1E46)

#2: TIA Portal – How To Download A Free Trial (2023, T007)

#1: Siemens S7-1500: First Time Wiring & Programming (S1E45)

And those are the most watched new episodes of our shows for 2023!

If you have your own favorite episode you’d like to mention, or if you’d like to suggest we contact someone about covering their products on the show, please leave your comment below or use our contact form to get in touch!

Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

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Top Ten Podcast Episodes for 2023

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Shawn Tierney
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It’s that time of year again! At the end of each year I like to take a moment to look back to see how our blogs, podcasts, and shows are doing with our audience, as well as highlight the content that was the most popular.

As far as The Automation Podcast is concerned, this past year our viewers and listeners again made it rank #1 for industrial automation podcasts, and it surpassed all previous records gaining over 158K downloads and over 2 million impressions!

As far of which episodes were the most popular this year, it was a mix of highly technical industrial networking episodes, and what’s new with hardware and software, as you can see in our top ten list below:

The Automation Podcast:
Top Ten Episodes of 2023

#10: FLEXHA 5000 I/O from Rockwell Automation (P167)

Today my guests are Armand Prezioso and Chris Stearns of Rockwell Automation, and they bring us up to speed on their new High Availability Distributed I/O, FLEXHA 5000, in this episode of The Automation Podcast.

Released on 08-16-23

#9: OpenPLC (P139)

Today my guest is Thiago Alves and he brings us up to speed on OpenPLC in Episode 139 of The Automation Podcast.

Released on 02-01-23

#8: Modicon Machine Level PLC Product Line Update (P161)

Today my guests include Mohua Ghosh, Joel Zupancic, and Jay Cortel of Schneider Electric who introduce us to the current line of Machine Level Modicon PLCs in this episode of The Automation Podcast.

Released on 07-05-23

#7: PROFINET Technical Overview (P53)

In this episode of The Automation Podcast, Thomas Haneder from Siemens provides us with a technical overview of PROFINET.

Released on 04-23-20

#6: Inside The Book Of CODESYS with author Gary Pratt (P97)

Gary Pratt gives us a detailed look at his new book, The Book Of Codesys, in Episode 97 of The Automation Podcast.

Released on 04-13-22

#5: What’s New in Studio 5000 v35 (P122)

Kristen Kosatka of Rockwell Automation comes on the show this week to share what’s new with Studio 5000 v35 in Episode 122 of The Automation Podcast.

Released on 10-06-22

#4: Introduction to EtherCAT (P72)

In this episode of The Automation Podcast, I sit down with Nathan Eisel of SMC to get a detailed introduction to EtherCAT.

Released on 06-30-21

#3: Industrial PLCs based on Arduino and Raspberry PI (P143)

Today my guest is David Peterson from Control.com who comes on the show to share his experience with PLCs based on Arduino and Raspberry Pi in Episode 143 of The Automation Podcast.

Released on 03-01-23

#2: What’s New In TIA Portal v18 (P132)

This week our guest is John DeTellem from Siemens, and he covers What’s New in TIA Portal V18 in Episode 132 of The Automation Podcast.

Released on 12-14-22

#1: What is IOLink, and Why Use It? by IFM with Yuen Li (P58)

In this episode of The Automation Podcast I sit down with Yuen Li from IFM Effector to learn what IOLink is, and why you should consider using it on your next project.

Released on 08-19-20

And those were the most watched/listened to episodes of The Automation Podcast for 2023!

If you have your own favorite episode you’d like to mention, or if you’d like to suggest we contact someone about coming on the show, please leave your comment below or use our contact form to get in touch!

Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

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Top Ten Blog Articles for 2023

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Shawn Tierney
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Thanks to you, our readers, this year The Automation Blog surpassed its previous records with over 380K unique visitors and 680K page views.

And now that I’ve updated our Media Guide with our latest stats, I wanted to share with you our Top Ten most popular articles for 2023:

The Automation Blog:
Top Ten Articles of 2023

#10: Converting a VMware VMX file for use in VirtualBox

In a previous article we created a virtual machine from a legacy windows 2000 computer to be able to run it on a newer PC using VMWare Workstation.

In this article, we present another option to VMware Workstation – running Virtual Machines using free software called VirtualBox.

#9: PanelView Plus 7 – Reset to Factory Defaults

In today’s article I’ll walk you through resetting your PanelView Plus 7 to Factory Defaults:

Step 1) Plug a USB Keyboard into your PanelView Plus 7:

#08: How To Access The PanelView Plus Configuration Mode

PanelView Plus Configuration ModeWhen powering on a PanelView Plus for the first time, it will boot up to the main “Configuration Mode” menu screen. From there, the user has several options:

  • Load an application from internal memory, memory card, or from most USB Flash Drives…

#07: Timers and Counters Used In Mitsubishi PLCs

Like most programmable logic controllers on the market, Mitsubishi has its versions of both timers and counters.

These are similar but not necessarily set up the same as the other manufacturers…

#6: Studio 5000 – Resolve Fatal Application Error Encountered

As I was prepping to film additional lessons for my CompactLogix course yesterday, I ran into a completely new Studio 5000 Logix Designer “Fatal Error” that I hadn’t run into before.

After I duplicated the issue on two different PCs, each running two different Windows 10 VMs, I was convinced something was wrong with the software and not just my installation.

#5: PanelView Plus – Configuration Mode Menu: How To Access

1 PanelView Plus Configuration ModeSo you need to update your PanelView Plus time, date, screensaver, IP address, or other setting but can’t figure out how to access it’s configuration menu?

Well don’t feel too bad as Rockwell hasn’t always made this an easy task.

#4: TIA Portal – How To Download A Free Trial

TIA Portal (picture courtesy of Siemens)

Have you ever wanted to check out TIA Portal from Siemens to see how their PLCs and HMIs program?

Well the good news is anyone can get a free, twenty-one day trial of TIA Portal by creating a free account on the Siemens website without the need to call a salesperson or provide any personal information to a support representative (like other vendors require.)

#3: PanelView Plus – .MER Runtime: How To Edit .MER File

Recently a client asked how he would go about editing a PanelView Plus .MER file his customer had sent him.

Unfortunately there’ no simple answer to this question, so in today’s article we’ll cover the basic steps you need to take to extract ViewStudio projects from ME runtime files.

#2: Download RSLogix Micro, RSLinx, & Emulate 500 for free

RSLogix-MIcro-Starter-Splash-FiThe free “RSLogix Micro Starter Lite” software I show how to download in this article only works with the MicroLogix 1000, MicroLogix 1100, and free PLC Emulator.

The only other free A-B Programming Software is for the Micro800 series of PLCs, which you can learn about here.

#1: Studio 5000 – Pricing, Packages, Features & Bundles

In today’s article I’m going to take a detailed look Studio 5000 pricing, available packages and bundles, and what features are included with each as it stands today.

The “Mini” edition of Studio 5000 Logix Designer only programs the “CompactLogix” family of controllers, and only in the “Ladder Logic” programming language…

And those were the most popular articles on The Automation Blog for 2023! Thanks to all our readers who helped make 2023 our best year yet!

If you have your own favorite article you’d like to mention, or if you’d like to suggest we cover a new topic, please leave your comment below or use our contact form to get in touch!

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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Aveva on Essential Features for Rapid HMI/SCADA Development

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Julius Frago
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Essential Features for Rapid HMI/SCADA Development:

In a recent article published by Aveva, it has been highlighted that one of the advanced symbols available is the polar star. This symbol effectively visualizes a set of interconnected process values through spokes, forming a visually appealing polygon. Each spoke encompasses a range of custom properties, enabling the configuration of value set-points, alarm limits, and coordinated set-point locations for normalized process values.

Moreover, Aveva’s InTouch HMI offers a notable advantage by significantly reducing the effort required for HMI development. Users have the flexibility to import externally created SVG graphics, regardless of whether they are saved as image files or converted to the AVEVA Industrial Graphics format. The incorporation of rich animations and pixelation-free SVG graphics enhances the end-user experience, ensuring crisp visuals that maintain their quality regardless of image size.

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Rockwell’s PlantPAx Control Strategies

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Julius Frago
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Rockwell’s PlantPAx Control Strategies:

In a recent article from Rockwell Automation, an in-depth explanation of The PlantPAx control strategies was provided. These strategies are essentially routines or programs that are imported into your controller project. They take the form of Function Block Diagrams or Ladder Diagrams, including pre-configured process instructions that symbolize common control and equipment scenarios in process automation.

The PlantPAx control strategies are equipped with several pre-configured arrays and tags. However, it’s crucial to note that activities such as installation, adjustments, putting into service, use, assembly, disassembly, and maintenance of these strategies should be conducted by suitably trained personnel. This is to ensure compliance with the applicable code of practice, thereby maintaining the safety and effectiveness of the control strategies.

For more about this topic visit the following link:


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Rockwell’s Network Device Library

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Julius Frago
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Rockwell’s Network Device Library:

In a recent publication by Allen-Bradley, a subsidiary of Rockwell Automation, it has been highlighted that Device Object Libraries present a convenient solution for interfacing with Rockwell Automation® intelligent devices such as drives, motion controllers, network switches, sensors, and IO modules. These libraries are comprised of meticulously tested, well-documented, and lifecycle-managed objects that can be utilized as standalone components or in conjunction with machine builder, process, and packaged libraries. Notably, the Device Object Libraries also include HMI faceplates, specifically tailored for FactoryTalk View ME/SE and Studio 5000 View Designer software, ensuring a seamlessly integrated user interface experience.

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


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WWT’s Top 6 Trends in Manufacturing for 2024

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Julius Frago
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Here, we present to you six key manufacturing trends worth incorporating into your 2024 technology strategy:

In a recent publication, World Wide Technology unveiled an article that delves into the identification of six key manufacturing trends deemed essential for incorporation into your 2024 technology strategy. The manufacturing industry finds itself on the precipice of a revolutionary transformation, driven by bold and digitized innovations that promise to reshape manufacturing methods. However, this imminent progress is accompanied by a series of challenges, as it introduces a whirlwind of disruptions in work practices and collaborative efforts.

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

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Discover The Benefits Of Digital Asset Tracking For Your Customers

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Julius Frago
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Discover The Benefits Of Digital Asset Tracking For Your Customers:

In a recent publication, Schneider Electric introduced Digital Asset Tracking, a transformative tool designed to streamline operations by eliminating paperwork, outdated files, conflicting data, and unclear project roles. The introduction of Digital Asset Tracking ensures that gaps in equipment-related information are a thing of the past, guaranteeing a seamless and efficient workflow.

A digital representation of the project switchboard is available to team members via a QR code on the outside of the switchboard panel. This paperless solution always provides a convenient reference, including during the factory acceptance test (FAT) at the vendor’s facility and the site acceptance test (SAT) at your client’s location.

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

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Digital Transformation Strategy: The 7 Key Principles

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Julius Frago
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Digital Transformation Strategy: The 7 Key Principles

In today’s article from PTC, they cover the seven key digital transformation principles:

  1. Align on the Why of Digital Transformation

  2. Prepare for Culture Change

  3. Start Small But Strategic

  4. Map Out Technology Implementation

  5. Seek Out Partners and Expertise

  6. Gather Feedback and Refine as Needed

  7. Scale and Transform

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

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Industrial Automation Product Trends (M5E40)

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Today I share what I’m seeing as the major product trends in industrial automation in Episode 40 of The Automation Minute, Season 5.

The Automation Minute, Season 5 Episode 39 Show Notes:

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Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

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Digitization Strategy: Finding A Path Forward After Setbacks

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Julius Frago
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New Schneider Electric on Digitization:

In today’s article, Schneider Electric details seven lessons on avoiding Digitalization Project Pitfalls, which include:

  • No Shortcuts – Building a robust digital system takes time, effort, and a solid execution plan.

  • Realism Over Low Costs – Beware of low-cost proposals that compromise quality.

  • Test Thoroughly – Rigorous testing is vital for a system that works as intended.

  • Long-Term Benefits – Invest in project documentation for future risk reduction and cost savings.

  • Collaboration Matters – Active team participation is essential for success.

  • Insurance for Your System – A comprehensive methodology acts as insurance for project success.

  • Choose the Right Partner – Select expertise for your journey to digital success.

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Thomson Announces Rotating-Nut Stepper Motor Linear Actuator With Rotary Encoder

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Shawn Tierney
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Thomson Industries has announced the availability of a rotating-nut stepper motor linear actuator (SMLA) with a rotary encoder as a standard option. Machine designers with applications requiring positional feedback can now specify the full line of SMLAs integrated with this enhancement.

Thomson SMLAs use a stepper motor and lead screw shaft to translate rotary motion to linear motion for all three configurations: linear actuator, rotating screw and rotating nut. Previously, designers requiring positional monitoring on either the actuator or rotating screw configurations had to request a custom encoder assembly. A custom option for adding an encoder to the rotating-nut configuration did not even exist.

See the below video clip for our thoughts and reflections, and for more product details visit the following link:

– https://www.thomsonlinear.com/en/newsroom/thomson-announces-rotating-nut-stepper-motor-linear-actuator-with-rotary-encoder

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January 18 News about Siemens, Schneider, Rockwell, Opto 22, Endress-Hauser, Aveva & more (N161)

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Daily Industrial Automation News Roundup:

Today’s News: Thomson Releases Rotating-Nut Stepper Motor Linear Actuator, Leviton Acquires PRISM DCS, Rockwell on AMRs, Schneider on Digitization Strategy and Digital Asset Tracking, PTC on Digital Transformation Strategies, and Implementing Zero-trust, Aveva on Resilient Cloud Apps, WWT on Trends in Manufacturing, Siemens S7 PLC Training, New SIMATIC IOT2050, Electromate Compares Servos and Steppers, DigiKey talks Securing Ethernet with Hirschmann, Grace on Top Arc Flash Mitigation Strategies, Opto 22’s System Configurators, Softing Extends edgeConnector to ARM 32-bit, Automation Direct releases new EtherCat, Power Supplies and adds more Endress-Hauser products, Free S7 PLC Guide, Siemens Details Siemens S200 and S210 Servo Drives and more in this episode of the Automation Morning Show.

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Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

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Siemens S200 and S210 Servo Drives (P188)

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This week I meet up with Craig Nelson of Siemens to learn all about their S200 and S210 Servo Drives 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 188 Show Notes:

Special thanks to Craig Nelson of Siemens for coming on the show to bring us up to speed on their S200 and S210 Servo Drives. To learn more, check out the below links:

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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.

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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January 16 News about Aveva, Banner, Kuka, Pilz, Pepperl+Fuchs, Schneider, Siemens, Rockwell & more (N160)

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Daily Industrial Automation News Roundup:

Today’s News: Siemens’ Sinamics S210, NORD’s Poultry Solutions, Antaira Compact Industrial Switch, Kuka’s New KR FORTEC, Pepperl+Fuchs’ New Pad-Ex 01 P12, Banner’s Packaging Solutions, Aveva on Smart Factories, rf Ideas on Passwordless Authentication, Pilz on Key In Pocket, PI on Profinet Application Profiles, Rockwell on Power Device Libraries and more in this episode of the Automation Morning Show.

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Thanks to everyone who watched or listened today! All the links to today's news can be found on our sister site, Automate.News, and 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 join our community and support our work, you can do so for the price of a cup of coffee each month at TheAutomationBlog.com/join.

Huge thanks to all our supporters there!

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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