When to Use a Welded Instrument Assembly
Submitted by Ashcroft
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.
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How to Select the Right Electrical Connection for Pressure Transducers
Submitted by Ashcroft
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.
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When to Use Gas-Actuated Thermometers
Submitted by Ashcroft
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.
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Choosing Assemblies for Low-Pressure Applications
Submitted by Ashcroft
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.
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How Accurate Are Your HVAC Pressure Sensors?
Submitted by Ashcroft
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.
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Sizing Coalescers: Best Practices and Common Pitfalls
Submitted by Norm Hall || Valin Corporation
Learn how proper sizing, flow rates, and system parameters impact coalescing performance in three-stage liquid filtration. Improve efficiency and ensure accurate separation.
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Back Pressure Regulator vs. Pressure Regulator: What’s the Difference and When to Use Each
Submitted by ControlAir
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.
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Actuator vs. Stage vs. Positioner – What’s the Difference in Linear Motion Systems?
Submitted by Valin Corporation
If you've ever found yourself asking "What exactly is a linear servo motor positioner versus a linear servo motor actuator versus a linear servo motor stage?" you're not alone. Let’s break this down clearly and simply.
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Parker ViX Replacement Options
Submitted by Valin Corporation
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.
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Have you struggled with misaligned parts or costly tolerance errors in robotic material handling?
Submitted by Valin Corporation
Struggling with tolerance errors in robotic processes? Learn how Schunk AGM Compensation Units ensure precise handling and higher productivity.
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Have You Outgrown Traditional Screw-Driven Actuators?
Submitted by Valin Corporation
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.
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Have you ever struggled with achieving precision and speed in the same motion application?
Submitted by Valin Corporation
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.
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Implementing IIoT and Managing Expectation
Submitted by Valin Corporation
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.
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EC ELECYLINDER® 3-Position Mode Specification from IAI
Submitted by Valin Corporation
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.
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Have You Simplified Your Safety Management Across Complex Industrial Systems?
Submitted by James Gaitan || Valin Corporation
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.
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Acromag’s Ethernet Remote I/O Modules Add Profinet Communication
Submitted by Acromag
Expandable Ethernet I/O modules now support three field-selectable protocols for networks using Profinet, EtherNet/IP, and Modbus TCP/IP.
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The Art of the Crossover
Submitted by Valin Corporation
Maintaining automated machines often requires replacing parts, but this process can be complicated by discontinued components, unavailability, or shipping delays. In such cases, decision-makers may seek alternative components, a process known as “doing a crossover.”
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Introducing the NHV Series: Voice-enabled Network Monitoring Signal Tower
Submitted by PATLITE
Visualize network environment peace of mind with PATLITE's new line of network signal towers with voice annunciator, the NHV Series. The NHV Signal Towers monitor network systems and send real-time alerts via visual signals, audible alarms, and email notifications.
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Easy Integration into Modern Facilities with PATLITE's IO-Link Signal Tower Series
Submitted by PATLITE
PATLITE’s LB6 Series IO-Link-compatible signal tower is designed to enhance workplace safety and adapt to modern facilities worldwide. The LB6 Series integrates into your existing IO-Link architecture through seamless connectivity.
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Meet the New Network-Capable WE-LAN Wall Mount Signal Tower
Submitted by PATLITE
Introducing customized indication for every step with PATLITE’s latest signaling solution, the LAN-controlled WE-LAN wall mount signal tower.
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Have You Achieved Nanometer-Level Precision in Your Motion Systems?
Submitted by Valin Corporation
NanoPWM™ from ACS Motion Control offers a groundbreaking solution by combining the best of linear and PWM amplifier technologies, enabling next-generation motion systems to achieve unparalleled accuracy and performance.
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Have You Reduced Jitter and Boosted Stability in High-Precision Applications?
Submitted by Valin Corporation
ServoBoost™ from ACS Motion Control is a groundbreaking solution that leverages modern control theory and Servo Processor technology to exceed the limitations of traditional PID-based algorithms.
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Have You Simplified Complex Machine Development?
Submitted by Valin Corporation
Flexible Configuration with ACS Motion Control is a powerful solution designed to simplify and streamline this process.
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Have You Considered an Airless Vacuum Solution for Your Automation Needs?
Submitted by Valin Corporation
Airless vacuum technology is a game-changing alternative to lightweight pick-and-place applications.
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