Robert Komljenovic

The International Society of Automation (ISA) develops standards that help manufacturers streamline processes and improve manufacturing safety, cybersecurity and efficiency. One of the most-often referred to standards is the ISA 95 standard for the integration of enterprise and control systems; however, it can be difficult to understand. This blog will help explain the ISA automation […]

Many manufacturers rely heavily on their legacy systems, which are often customized to match the needs of the business, but as industrial technology continues to advance, many old-school legacy systems are becoming obsolete. However, legacy system modernization with SCADA integration can help manufacturers remain efficient, agile and viable in today’s competitive business climate. Why Legacy

Pneumatic systems are widely used in industrial automation, but for air-operated systems to be precise, responsive and efficient, airflow must be tightly controlled. Pneumatic solenoid valves are key components in pneumatic systems, as they excel at regulating airflow, pressure and direction, helping to optimize the operation of pneumatically driven automated equipment. This blog will explain

Efficiency, reliability and cleanliness are top priorities for food manufacturing companies, so it’s no surprise that pneumatic actuators are frequently the technology of choice for automated equipment that processes and packages food and beverage products. This blog will focus on the advantages pneumatic actuators provide in various applications within the industrial food industry. What is

While there are many PLC programming languages available for industrial automation projects, two of the most commonly used are ladder logic and function block diagram (FBD). Choosing which to use often comes down to personal preference or experience with one language or the other; however, each PLC language has advantages and disadvantages, which this blog

As more manufacturers add automation and robotics into their production lines, the use of linear electric actuators is growing. While ball screw actuators have always been a popular style for these applications as they are robust and precise enough for industrial applications, recent innovations in ball screw linear actuators, such as higher load capacities, miniaturization