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Unlock Efficiency with Programmable Controls in Your Small Factory

Unlock Efficiency with Programmable Controls in Your Small Factory

  Programmable controls are quickly becoming commonplace in many small factory operations. Properly implemented, these devices can provide significant improvements in efficiency, safety, and production output. However, without a working knowledge of how to correctly use and program these devices, a factory may find itself in a myriad of operational and safety issues. Therefore, this article will provide a brief overview of how to properly implement and use programmable controls in a small factory environment to maximize their many benefits. The first step in properly utilizing programmable controls is to properly select the correct control for the desired application. Programmable...

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The Pros and Cons of Just-In-Time Manufacturing: Balancing Efficiency and Reliability"

The Pros and Cons of Just-In-Time Manufacturing: Balancing Efficiency and Reliability"

 Just-in-time manufacturing, or JIT manufacturing, is a system for delivering production materials and components at the same time that they are needed on the production line. This method eliminates the need for large inventories and excessive storage, resulting in lower production costs and improved production efficiency. JIT is used in several industries, including automotive, electronics, and food manufacturing.  Despite its advantages, JIT manufacturing is not without its weaknesses. The first major concern is that it requires a continuous flow of parts and materials. For example, if components for a product must be delivered to the production floor the same day,...

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Rockwell’s New Armor Powerflex Variable Frequency Drive

Rockwell’s New Armor Powerflex Variable Frequency Drive

Rockwell’s New Armor Powerflex Variable Frequency Drive Rockwell Automation introduced its Armor PowerFlex variable frequency drive (VFD) for the global market. The Armor PowerFlex VFD offers local and remote monitoring and control capabilities, as well as an optional embedded safety feature to help protect people from potential harm when working with industrial machinery. Rockwell Automation introduced its Armor PowerFlex variable frequency drive (VFD) for the global market. The Armor PowerFlex VFD offers local and remote monitoring and control capabilities, as well as an optional embedded safety feature to help protect people from potential harm when working with industrial machinery. The...

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Controllogix PLCs By Allen Bradley

Controllogix PLCs By Allen Bradley

PLC Allen Bradley The ControlLogix platform is a series of programmable logic controllers manufactured by Rockwell Automation. The ControlLogix platform is a series of programmable logic controllers manufactured by Rockwell Automation. The platform's goal is to offer a central automation solution that can perform tasks such as safety, motion, batch processing and discrete manufacturing from one controller or system. A programmable logic controller is an industrial digital computer designed for use in an industrial environment. It uses simple programming languages that are employed to control automated machinery and processes. These devices typically have input and output terminals to which switches,...

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Allen-Bradley Works to Increase Employee Safety with New Motor Control Cabinet

Allen-Bradley Works to Increase Employee Safety with New Motor Control Cabinet

What are some features of Allen-Bradley's new control cabinet and how is it designed to promote safety in industrial applications? Control cabinets are found in most industrial facilities and factories. They consist of multiple control panels, electrical panels, and anything that one might need to control the systems within the facility. As automation and smart technology continues to advance, control cabinets have to keep up with these demands.  Allen Bradley recently released a new medium voltage control cabinet designed with voltage control to help streamline the control process.    Centerline 1500 The Centerline 1500 is a medium voltage control cabinet for starting...

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