Control Systems

A Micro LED chipmaker just raised nearly 100 million RMB, and lighting specs are getting stricter

VIJO’s new funding highlights a shift: buyers are moving from “LED equals LED” to driver design, thermal headroom, and controls integration.

3M Brings Innovation to the Manufacturing Supply Chain Environment

Exciting insights from Carl Doeksen, Global Robotics and Automation Director at 3M, on the changing landscape of robotics and automation. “Automation is the key to staying competitive in the B2B landscape. By fostering a culture of innovation, collaborating closely with customers, and leveraging diverse expertise, businesses can position themselves as leaders in their respective industries.”…

ISC West: Security System Developers Say Modules and End-User Focus Will Be Key in 2023

LenelS2 seeks to secure the world along with the people they protect by putting cyber first and building trust with Element Solutions while preparing for the future of SMART.  LenelS2 is a global leader in advanced security systems and solutions, providing a wide range of products and services to help organizations protect their assets and…

Applications of Ribbon’s IT and Optical Network: Oil & Gas and Rail Industries with Sam Lisle

Critical infrastructure operators are facing new and emerging challenges regarding networking. For many, that means transitioning from legacy systems, providing greater security, and digitization. Those in the Oil & Gas and Rail industries are keenly aware of these issues. Providing insight on how these industries are evolving and the solutions available is Sam Lisle, Ribbon…

Distributed I/O vs. Centralized I/O Baggage Handling

For airports, baggage handling is a critical component in all aspects of the travel experience. The right systems and process in place mean safe and reliable baggage delivery to the people who put their trust in the airports to ensure a flawless transition from A-Z. Airports use two types of systems for baggage handling, distributed…

The Business Case for Robotics on the Factory and Warehouse Floors

Across industries, companies are looking for ways to get their products to clients and consumers with more efficiency and less cost. As automation and robotics continue to revolutionize business, companies that find themselves out of step with the latest innovations will inevitably fall behind. September’s Autonomous Mobile Robot Conference in Louisville, Kentucky brought companies…

Kasa: Making a Difference in PLC Solutions

Automation systems can be quite complex, but they are typically controlled by a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC). A PLC is a digital computer designed for rugged industrial applications and is the “brains” of a manufacturer’s automation system. Typically used in control panels to perform the logic processing, PLCs implement programs written by the user to…

Kasa Controls Job Opportunity: Controls Engineer, Being a Hands-On Piece of the Kasa Culture

On this Careers Podcast we look deeper into the role of Controls Engineer at Kasa Controls, hearing from Justin Ryan, Engineering Training Manager, on what makes the position an essential piece of the Kasa puzzle. The position, based out of Salina, Kansas, is tasked with providing detailed industrial control system drawings, including electrical schematics,…

Smart Homes Aren’t “Smart,” But They Could Be, with Universal Screens and Neocontrol Global

When considering how to build a new smart home or transform an existing home into an automated one, there are generally two options available: DIY or a professional custom solution. Manufacturers of smart home equipment have made it exceedingly simple to do it yourself, but there is something to be said for hiring a…

Taking SCADA Systems to the Next Level with Kittur Nagesh of Cognito Networks

With the rise of modern IoT systems, there has been a strong need to transform supervisory control and data acquisition, or SCADA systems, to keep up. We sat down with Kittur Nagesh, Founder & CEO of Cognito Networks, to unpack traditional SCADA systems and discuss the intersection of interoperability and security. Nagesh breaks down…

IntelliFinishing Leaves Traditional Finishing in the Dust

Have you discovered that most traditional paint finishing systems aren’t meeting the unique needs of your company? IntelliFinishing has flexible solutions that are anything but conventional, and we offer features that the traditional systems can’t compete with. Unchained Technology Unlike the chain-driven components of power & free and monorail finishing systems, our spinning tube, friction-driven…