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Below you will find white papers on topics involving process control and automation.

Have You Ever Been Frustrated by Complex VFD Configurations?

Submitted by Levi Transtrum || Valin Corporation

Complex drive configurations can turn straightforward motor control installations into costly, time-consuming challenges. If you've ever struggled with getting a VFD up and running due to confusing parameter setups, or faced extended downtimes when replacing a VFD due to the complexity of replacing an old unit, Parker’s AC Series Drives offer a clear, streamlined solution for a variety of industrial applications. 

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Hydrogen and Clean Energy

Submitted by Cory Calderon || Valin Corporation

The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, signed on August 16, aims to accelerate clean energy innovation, including hydrogen and fuel cell technologies. With increased focus on hydrogen, it's crucial to clarify misconceptions and understand how hydrogen fits into the clean energy landscape.

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Have You Outgrown Traditional Screw-Driven Actuators?

Submitted by Corey Foster || 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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Implementing IIoT and Managing Expectation

Submitted by Corey Foster || 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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Have You Considered These Factors for Belt Drive Applications?

Submitted by Dan Dal Colletto || Valin Corporation

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.

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ACS's Advanced Dynamic Focus Control Solution

Submitted by Corey Foster || Valin Corporation

Have you ever wished for sharper, clearer focus on your samples, regardless of surface variations or dynamic conditions?  AutoFocus technology offers a transformative solution, ensuring optimal focus precision for imaging and process equipment, even in challenging environments. 

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The Art of the Crossover

Submitted by Corey Foster || 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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Seamless Transition to Certified Fuel Filtration: Parker's CDFX™ Solution for EI 1583 Phase-Out

Phase out of EL 1583 SAP filter monitors has been mandated by the industry regulators. Parker's drop in solution for new and existing monitor vessels, CDFX™, guarantees removal of water and dirt from fuel without requiring any additional sensing equipment. By removing the water rather than simply detecting it, you can ensure that clean dry fuel is delivered every time, avoiding costly downtime, potential flight delays and/or removal of contaminated fuel from your aircraft.

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