When going after the world’s most infamous fugitive terrorist in 2011, the U.S. government theoretically could have sent in the Army’s entire 4th Infantry...

By Pat Phillips, AutomationDirect In the first part of this series, we laid out the four basic pneumatic circuits as well as the prerequisites for...

Improving the quality of wastewater and flood control services is crucial to people everywhere—but it is especially concerning for the people of California, who...

Digital twins are like virtual copies that help factories work better. By analyzing these virtual models, companies can prevent costly mistakes, improve production speed,...

Process industries can make great savings by preventing equipment failure and production interruptions. This was the experience of ISP Chemicals Inc. After installing Emotron...

Missed part 1? Read it here. In last month’s introduction, we discussed how double-containment piping, although not specifically required by today’s stricter safety mandates and...

Industrial processes rely on multiple valves that require proper maintenance for sustainable operation. Valves provide means to control the direction and flow rates for...

By Rachel Gold, American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy Virginia has recently made a major leap forward on energy efficiency and can serve as a...

Moving dry bulk materials in industrial settings comes with unique challenges, especially when handling substances that are abrasive, sticky, or prone to clumping. These...

Discovering the true value in a higher purchase price for your mobile air compressor requires a shift in perspective. It's not just about the...