Modernization of industrial control and measurement equipment: transition from analog to digital systems
A guide to upgrading legacy analog sensors to digital analogs to improve the reliability and accuracy of industrial processes.
Component #PLC & Automation
PLC programming, SCADA systems, industrial automation, IO-Link and fieldbus protocols.
320 articles
Reinforcement Learning for Dynamic Maintenance Planning in Industrial Installations
Reinforcement Learning transforms maintenance from static to dynamic. Discover how you can reduce unplanned downtime by 20-30% with sensor data and AI.
Cybersecurity of industrial control systems: maintenance and fixes according to the IEC 62443 standard
This article details the application of the IEC 62443 standard for the maintenance and updating of industrial control systems. It offers a rigorous approach to…
Migration from Relay Logic to PLC Control: Retrofit Strategies for Industrial Efficiency
Technical analysis on the migration from relay systems to PLC. Includes ROI calculation, retrofit roadmap and the use of HYDAC 42/98 0016 075 sensors to…
Migration of 4-20 mA loops to IO-Link: The last meter of digitalization
Migrating from analog 4-20 mA interfaces to digital IO-Link systems is crucial for efficient, modern maintenance. This guide highlights technical implementation, ROI analysis and benefits…
Encoders in industrial automation: technical analysis of position measurement technologies
Technical overview of encoder technologies: comparison of incremental and absolute sensors, physical principles of optical and magnetic systems for industrial automation.
Modernization of control architectures: Transition from centralized DCS systems to Edge Computing
This guide details the transition from centralized DCS systems to Edge Computing to improve availability and energy efficiency, meeting aerospace and industrial standards.
Modernization of the human-machine interface (HMI): Transition towards open standards for the metalworking sector
Replacing obsolete HMIs with open standards-based solutions, such as the VICKERS 708219-A module, is essential to reduce maintenance costs and improve efficiency in the metalworking…
Migrating from Relay Logic to PLC Control: A Step-by-Step Retrofit Planning Guide
Modern industrial operations demand precise control and efficiency. This guide outlines a systematic approach to retrofitting legacy relay logic systems with advanced Programmable Logic Controllers…
CE and NR-12 Marking on Replacement Components: When a Retrofit Requires New Certification
Technical guidelines for maintaining the conformity of European machinery in Brazil. Understand the limits between component replacement and substantial modification under NR-12 and the Machinery…