Pneumatics vs. Electrical Actuators: The Evolution of Industrial Automation
The choice between pneumatic and electric actuators is decisive for efficiency and compliance. UNITEC-D offers components certified to meet NF, EN and ATEX standards.
Technology Deep Dive
Comprehensive technology analyses exploring the engineering principles, evolution, and future of industrial technologies — from sensors and drives to Industry 4.0 platforms.
Evolution of fieldbuses: from 4-20 mA to TSN
The evolution of fieldbuses, from 4-20 mA technology to TSN, offers increased performance, better reliability and simple integration. This transition is essential to meet the…
Performance and Leak Detection in Compressed Air Systems: A Technical Analysis
Compressed air systems are key to production efficiency. Leaks reduce energy efficiency. Choosing the right leak detector can reduce costs by 10-30%.
The Evolution of Programmable Logic Controllers: From Relays to Edge Computing in Machine Tool Automation
This article examines the evolution of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) from relay logic to integration with Edge Computing, highlighting their critical importance for machine tool…
Cable Management in Industrial Automation: Pull Chains and Routing
Cable management is essential for the reliability of automation systems. UNITEC-D offers certified solutions adapted to aeronautical and energy requirements.
Industrial Connectors: M12 vs M8 vs Industrial Ethernet – Technical Choice for Industrial Applications
Industrial connectors are fundamental for automated systems. This article compares M12, M8 and industrial Ethernet, highlighting technical choices for Brazilian manufacturing applications. UNITEC-D offers certified…
Cable Management in Industrial Automation: Drag Chains and Routing
Cable management is vital for industrial automation reliability. Drag chains and routing systems protect cables in dynamic environments. UNITEC-D offers certified, compliant solutions for US…
IO-Link: The Last Industrial Communication Meter
IO-Link is a key solution for modern industrial communication, offering high interoperability and efficiency. It complies with international standards and is ideal for integration in…
Industrial Encoder Technology: Comparing Incremental vs. Absolute, Optical vs. Magnetic for Aerospace and Energy
This technical article compares incremental and absolute, optical and magnetic encoder technologies. It examines their operating principles, advantages and disadvantages, and provides crucial selection criteria…
Compressed Air Systems: Efficiency Optimization and Leak Detection for the Manufacturing Industry
This white paper explores efficiency optimization and leak detection in industrial compressed air systems. It addresses operating principles, the state of the art with real…
Industrial Ethernet in comparison: PROFINET, EtherCAT and EtherNet/IP - technical basics, selection criteria and future perspectives
This article compares PROFINET, EtherCAT and EtherNet/IP in terms of real-time capability, topology, redundancy and costs. With technical benchmarks, selection criteria for system planners and…
Evolution of HMI: from push buttons to multitouch panels in the aerospace and energy industry
Introduction In 2026, the human-machine interface (HMI) represents a critical link in the operation of industrial installations, particularly in the aerospace and energy sectors where…