Plant Safety and Security
New robotic safety regulations are pending
Robotics, subject to many safety regulations, are about to get a few more, addressing some technological advances for robots. See video summary. » more
Machine safety: Incorporating functional safety, part 1
When considering “functional safety,” look at what differs compared to other safety initiatives, consider U.S. versus international standards, examine conformance responsibilities, and think about... » more
Cyber security advice from the field highlights
Transcribed highlights from a Control Engineering interview with Michael Assante and Tim Conway with security suggestions for plant operators. » more
Machine Safety: What are fault exclusions?
Where did the term “fault exclusions” derive? Can you simply choose any fault to exclude? Who would ever exclude a fault while trying to provide employees with appropriate safe machine guarding? » more
Integrating electrical safety with design
Integrating maintenance requirements into the design of an electrical system is an important first step to provide workplace safety. » more
Compact industrial firewall appliance
Icon Labs announces Floodgate Defender, a compact industrial firewall to provide cyber security protection for industrial, military, and critical infrastructure equipment. » more
Chemical safety starts in classroom
Chemical engineering education and safety continues to develop as groups are coming together to promote awareness and prevent potentially deadly accidents from occuring. » more
SCADA security directions
SCADA security will continue to face potential developements such as a merging of SCADA and ICS security standards and certifications and a potential security threat to networks in Europe and the... » more
Interlock door switches for commercial applications
The Commercial Door Interlock Switch Series by Honeywell are designed to hold swing doors in place and feature a retention cam to enhance safety and simplify installation. » more
Keeping an eye on mobile devices
A lack of security from network carriers for millions of Android users is becoming a serious security risk, especially for those who use their mobile devices in the workplace. » more
Cloud security: Third party code
Using third party code in cloud computing can be a security risk for users since the code does not originate from the developer, allowing hackers an easy avenue to breaking into networks. » more
Remote IO modules for hazardous conditions
The Adam-4000 and Adam-6000 remote IO modules by Advantech have been approved for use in hazardous conditions and have a wide operating temperature range. » more
BYOD growth brings security fears
IT workers are concerned about losing the ability to bring their own devices into the workplace, according to a survey. » more
Machine Safety: Is prevention through design enough?
U.S. consensus standards provide direction to suppliers on how to design in machine safety. Can users understand and comply with the additional requirements of ISO 13849-1? » more
Smart futuristic ideas to manage process control challenges
Emerging technologies, including safety, visualization, mobile computing, and alarm management, among others, were covered at the Yokogawa 2012 European User Conference, where the company showcased... » more
Success in energy management starts with setting goals
Setting goals is easy; reaching them often proves much more difficult. » more
The right system components are critical to maximizing the energy-saving potential of VFDs
Cabling—like other components—must be vetted for its ability to withstand the harshest operating conditions. » more
World’s largest office furniture supplier celebrates 100 years by reducing its energy consumption and carbon footprint
Steelcase meets efficiency and sustainability goals with control system and energy monitoring software solutions. » more
New industrial cyber security video training series
Learn the basics of industrial cyber security concepts in this 13-part series with Matt Luallen, consultant, trainer, and author. Watch one segment as a free sample. » more
New robotic safety regulations are pendingRobotics, subject to many safety regulations, are about to get a few more, addressing some technological advances for robots. See video summary. » more
Machine safety: Incorporating functional safety, part 1 When considering “functional safety,” look at what differs compared to other safety initiatives, consider U.S. versus international standards, examine conformance responsibilities, and think about... » more
Cyber security advice from the field highlightsTranscribed highlights from a Control Engineering interview with Michael Assante and Tim Conway with security suggestions for plant operators. » more
Machine Safety: What are fault exclusions?Where did the term “fault exclusions” derive? Can you simply choose any fault to exclude? Who would ever exclude a fault while trying to provide employees with appropriate safe machine guarding? » more
Integrating electrical safety with designIntegrating maintenance requirements into the design of an electrical system is an important first step to provide workplace safety. » more
Compact industrial firewall applianceIcon Labs announces Floodgate Defender, a compact industrial firewall to provide cyber security protection for industrial, military, and critical infrastructure equipment. » more
Machine Safety: Serious machine guarding issues
Improper machine guarding is the result of... what? Could it be that there’s no universal cause for serious machine guarding issues? See below, six sources of machine safety issues. » more
Improper machine guarding is the result of... what? Could it be that there’s no universal cause for serious machine guarding issues? See below, six sources of machine safety issues. » more
Chemical safety starts in classroomChemical engineering education and safety continues to develop as groups are coming together to promote awareness and prevent potentially deadly accidents from occuring. » more
SCADA security directionsSCADA security will continue to face potential developements such as a merging of SCADA and ICS security standards and certifications and a potential security threat to networks in Europe and the... » more
Interlock door switches for commercial applicationsThe Commercial Door Interlock Switch Series by Honeywell are designed to hold swing doors in place and feature a retention cam to enhance safety and simplify installation. » more
Keeping an eye on mobile devicesA lack of security from network carriers for millions of Android users is becoming a serious security risk, especially for those who use their mobile devices in the workplace. » more
Cloud security: Third party codeUsing third party code in cloud computing can be a security risk for users since the code does not originate from the developer, allowing hackers an easy avenue to breaking into networks. » more
Remote IO modules for hazardous conditionsThe Adam-4000 and Adam-6000 remote IO modules by Advantech have been approved for use in hazardous conditions and have a wide operating temperature range. » more
BYOD growth brings security fearsIT workers are concerned about losing the ability to bring their own devices into the workplace, according to a survey. » more
Machine Safety: Is prevention through design enough?U.S. consensus standards provide direction to suppliers on how to design in machine safety. Can users understand and comply with the additional requirements of ISO 13849-1? » more
Smart futuristic ideas to manage process control challengesEmerging technologies, including safety, visualization, mobile computing, and alarm management, among others, were covered at the Yokogawa 2012 European User Conference, where the company showcased... » more
How advanced technologies can meet process engineering challenges ahead
Challenges facing the process engineering sector and technologies can help, explained Dr. David Brown, chief executive of the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) at the 2012 Yokogawa User... » more
Challenges facing the process engineering sector and technologies can help, explained Dr. David Brown, chief executive of the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) at the 2012 Yokogawa User... » more
Success in energy management starts with setting goals Setting goals is easy; reaching them often proves much more difficult. » more
The right system components are critical to maximizing the energy-saving potential of VFDs Cabling—like other components—must be vetted for its ability to withstand the harshest operating conditions. » more
Firing up a security framework
Like anything in the cyber security arena, things have to move fast and just after the Obama Administration signed an Executive Order calling for stronger security movement to help protect critical... » more
Like anything in the cyber security arena, things have to move fast and just after the Obama Administration signed an Executive Order calling for stronger security movement to help protect critical... » more
World’s largest office furniture supplier celebrates 100 years by reducing its energy consumption and carbon footprintSteelcase meets efficiency and sustainability goals with control system and energy monitoring software solutions. » more
Providing a saner approach to maintenance
Conflict with operations can be solved with better data, communications, and integration. » more
Conflict with operations can be solved with better data, communications, and integration. » more
New industrial cyber security video training seriesLearn the basics of industrial cyber security concepts in this 13-part series with Matt Luallen, consultant, trainer, and author. Watch one segment as a free sample. » more
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