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One of the most challenging elements to motion control is the integration of robots.  However, the benefits that can be achieved through this type of integration cannot be understated.

In many industrial processes, sudden pressure spikes—from water hammer, startup surges, pump cycling or valve events—can place measurement instruments under extreme stress. When a gauge cannot withstand these surges, the result is often permanent damage, unexpected downtime and avoidable maintenance costs.

Across industries like manufacturing, energy, HVAC, and process control, accurate pressure measurement is critical to maintaining safety, efficiency, and product quality. Over time, even high-quality pressure transducers can experience drift — a gradual deviation between actual and measured pressure caused by vibration, temperature changes, or normal wear.
 

When measuring pressure in challenging environments involving extreme temperatures, your instrument must perform accurately and reliably. Temperature exposure can come from many sources, including the process media and the ambient temperature surrounding the sensor. Each affects the transducer differently, but media temperature has the most direct impact because it acts on the sensing diaphragm and internal components. As media temperature rises or falls, it can distort readings, shorten sensor ...

Pressure gauges are instruments designed to deliver reliable and accurate readings in demanding applications. Yet, even the most durable gauges can lose accuracy or fail prematurely if they aren’t stored correctly. Many issues that appear as calibration drift or pointer error actually begin long before the gauge is installed—during storage and handling.

Pressure gauges can be found in virtually every industry. Depending on your application, these instruments play an important role in measuring the air, gas or liquid pressure in your system to keep it running safely and smoothly. However, for optimum efficiency, you will need to make sure the pressure range you choose for your gauge aligns with your application requirements and a few other factors. 

No matter what industry you work in, diaphragm seals (also referred to as isolators) and welded assemblies are used to protect your pressure and temperature instrumentation from corrosive process media.

Selecting the correct electrical connection for a pressure transducer helps ensure your equipment continues to operate effectively, even when affected by vibration, moisture, dust, or temperature extremes that can compromise performance. From off-road equipment to process automation systems, choosing the wrong connector can lead to signal loss, premature failure, or even safety risks.

In industries where temperature extremes, vibration, or hazardous process environments are part of daily operations, accurate and reliable temperature measurement becomes a serious challenge. In these environments, operators need instruments that deliver accurate readings from a safe distance, reducing the need to approach hazardous areas.

Monitoring low-pressure processes comes with unique challenges. In industries ranging from food and beverage to wastewater treatment to liquefied natural gas (LNG) transfer, even modest changes in pressure can affect efficiency, product quality, or safety.

Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems are the backbone of building comfort and safety. Because these systems operate continuously and consume significant energy, even small inefficiencies can drive up operating costs.

Learn how proper sizing, flow rates, and system parameters impact coalescing performance in three-stage liquid filtration. Improve efficiency and ensure accurate separation.

In many industrial and pneumatic systems, pressure control is essential. But not all pressure regulators are created equal. Two of the most commonly used devices—pressure regulators and back pressure regulators—perform very different roles. Choosing the right one depends on where you need to control pressure in your system.

For many applications that are currently using Parker’s old ViX drives and controller/drives, AllMotion’s EZ controller/drives may be a great update path. While the ViX had some unique features, most applications didn’t need them, which makes AllMotion’s smaller products probable options.

Struggling with tolerance errors in robotic processes? Learn how Schunk AGM Compensation Units ensure precise handling and higher productivity.

In many industries, small air cylinders have long been the go-to for compact actuation needs. The EC Series Wire Cylinder from IAI delivers a cleaner, simpler, and more precise alternative. By using a wire-driven mechanism powered electrically, the EC Series removes the need for compressed air entirely.

Parker AC890 series variable frequency drives (VFDs), long used for industrial automation and motion control applications, are now being phased out. To ensure uninterrupted operations, it's critical for businesses to understand their migration options. 

If you're building instruments that demand high-resolution positioning—think semiconductor inspection, digital pathology, or precision metrology—then you already know that not all linear stages are created equal.

Unplanned downtime can bring production to a grinding halt—often due to preventable equipment failures.

When every micron matters and every millisecond counts, conventional linear motion systems often fall short. If you are chasing peak throughput, ultra-smooth motion, and zero mechanical backlash, it's time to look beyond belts and screws. That’s where the Parker XLM Series Linear Motor Stages come in.

There is still a sizeable gap between expectations from the end user perspective and the reality of what is possible tapping into the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Implementing the tools necessary is more than just flipping a switch.  There are specific challenges associated with this implementation; however, strategies have been developed to help bridge that gap.

Thanks to the EC ELECYLINDER® 3-position mode specification option, stops are possible not only at the forward and backward ends but also at intermediate positions. The cycle time can be shortened by stopping at intermediate positions.

When applying a belt drive, especially in vertical applications that involve significant loads, understanding the design considerations and potential failure points is crucial. Here, we explore the dynamics, considerations, and best practices for deploying belt drives in such demanding situations.

Safety is a paramount concern in the complex world of industrial automation. The Mosaic Safety Integrated Controller from ReeR Safety is designed to streamline safety management across various applications.