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Image of What are the Common Design Parameters Engineers Should Consider When Selecting Solid-State Relays? What are the Common Design Parameters Engineers Should Consider When Selecting Solid-State Relays? Publish Date: 2025-10-08

Solid-state relay (SSR) problems can stem from the improper design parameters: thermal management, switching type, current rating, and overvoltage protection.

Image of Webinar – Control Panel Solutions: Inside, Outside, and Beyond Webinar – Control Panel Solutions: Inside, Outside, and Beyond

Whether you're designing new panels or retrofitting existing ones, this webinar will help you optimize your layout, boost productivity, and ensure compliance.

Image of Deploying Predictive Maintenance for the Maximum Benefit in Industry 4.0 Facilities Deploying Predictive Maintenance for the Maximum Benefit in Industry 4.0 Facilities Publish Date: 2025-08-14

A brief overview of predictive maintenance, its numerous benefits, and how it can fit into Industry 4.0 system architectures.

Image of New PLCs Help Speed the Deployment of Complex and Critical Automation Processes New PLCs Help Speed the Deployment of Complex and Critical Automation Processes Publish Date: 2025-05-14

New programmable logic controllers combine advanced features with the flexibility to develop and deploy complex infrastructure and automation processes quickly.

Image of Automatisierung, die mitwächst Einsatzmöglichkeiten für modulare Produkte Modular Automation Products That Grow with Expanding Needs

Automation solutions are complex and costly. However, the solutions are becoming more and more modular and easier to use.

Image of How to Select the Right Solid-State Relay to Match Application Requirements How to Select the Right Solid-State Relay to Match Application Requirements Publish Date: 2025-04-29

Selecting solid-state relays requires an understanding of the load voltage, current, and type, as well as the control voltage and the number of poles.

Image of Webinar – Discover the Latest in TeSys Motor Control Series Webinar – Discover the Latest in TeSys Motor Control Series

A presentation of the most recent additions to the TeSys family of enhanced and robust devices designed for easy-operation and long-term performance.

Image of DigiKey and Würth Elektronik – Simplifying IIoT DigiKey and Würth Elektronik – Simplifying IIoT

DigiKey and Würth Elektronik have partnered to offer an extensive range of products and tools designed to simplify IIoT implementation.

Image of The 2025 A3 Forum The 2025 A3 Forum

An overview of the January 2025 A3 Business Forum in Orlando, Florida. Read about some of the key presentations that occurred there.

Image of ADI's Data Acquisition Solution Shines in Advanced Lithography Chip Manufacturing ADI's Data Acquisition Solution Shines in Advanced Lithography Chip Manufacturing Publish Date: 2025-02-13

Learn how sensors enable the advanced lithography system processes used in chip manufacturing and the role of ADI's µModule ADAQ solution.

Image of Making REAL Fallout Power Armor (Part 4) Making REAL Fallout Power Armor (Part 4)

Discover how the Hacksmith's Fallout-inspired power armor build uses pneumatics, portable power, and smart controls for real-world operation.

Image of How Smart Motor Controls Can Maximize Resilience and Uptime How Smart Motor Controls Can Maximize Resilience and Uptime Publish Date: 2024-12-05

A look at recently developed smart motor controls, including modular contactors and overload relays, detailing their protective functions and self-diagnostics.

Image of Use a Modular Approach to Motor Control Panels Use a Modular Approach to Motor Control Panels

Explore Siemens' SIRIUS modular system for streamlined motor control panels and optimize space, simplify installation, and enhance flexibility.

Image of How SMEs Can Use an Industrial Metaverse to Explore and Deploy Robotic Solutions Rapidly How SMEs Can Use an Industrial Metaverse to Explore and Deploy Robotic Solutions Rapidly Publish Date: 2024-11-21

Learn the distinction between a mathematical, data-described digital twin and a visual digital twin and how both are needed to create the industrial metaverse.

Image of How to Select and Integrate Multi-Dimensional Safety Systems to Protect Workers from Cobots How to Select and Integrate Multi-Dimensional Safety Systems to Protect Workers from Cobots Publish Date: 2024-11-13

A refresher on industry safety requirements, a review of the basics of safety laser scanners, and a dive into how layered safety envelopes can be implemented.

Image of How Radar Can Be Used for Vehicle Detection and Collision Avoidance in Challenging Environments How Radar Can Be Used for Vehicle Detection and Collision Avoidance in Challenging Environments Publish Date: 2024-11-12

A review of the operating frequencies on several radar specifications, a comparison of radar technologies, and a software suite that can speed the development.

Image of Cultivated Meat Technologies and Efficiencies Cultivated Meat Technologies and Efficiencies

New meat substitutes and other so-called alternative proteins are being introduced all the time. Automation is core to their manufacture.

Image of Use Advanced Photoelectric Devices to Simplify the Deployment of Proximity Sensing Use Advanced Photoelectric Devices to Simplify the Deployment of Proximity Sensing Publish Date: 2024-11-07

Selecting the right photoelectric proximity detectors for factory automation can accelerate setup and provide higher performance and enhanced accuracy.

Image of How New IO-Link Masters Can Balance the Benefits of Cloud Connectivity and Local Control in Industry 4.0 Factories How New IO-Link Masters Can Balance the Benefits of Cloud Connectivity and Local Control in Industry 4.0 Factories Publish Date: 2024-11-06

A review of local control and Cloud connectivity in a traditional network architecture and a discussion of the new architecture enabled by IO-Link masters.

Image of What Are Some New IP69K Sensor Options for Food, Beverage, and Pharmaceutical Processing Lines? What Are Some New IP69K Sensor Options for Food, Beverage, and Pharmaceutical Processing Lines? Publish Date: 2024-10-31

A discussion several sensors suited for use in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical processing lines, along with some application and installation suggestions.