Plant Safety and Security
Panelboard certified as touch-safe
The ProLine Panelboard by ABB has been rated touch-safe per IP20 standards. The rating assures that an operator is isolated from hazardous or dangerous materials during operations and maintenance. » more
Malt-O-Meal integrates safety, assessment process
Malt-O-Meal implements an integrated safety system and standard assessment process to help protect workers and enhance its commitment to sustainability. The food manufacturer used a safety PLC,... » more
Technologies used for Malt-O-Meal integrated safety project
Safety PLC, adjustable speed ac drives, motor starters, and energy management software from Rockwell Automation, along with EtherNet/IP communications from ODVA helped reduce downtime and cut costs. » more
3 pillars of industrial cyber security
Engineering and IT Insight: A stable physical structure requires at least three main supports. Three “pillars” form the basis for an effective industrial cyber security system: technology, policy and... » more
Wireless humidity and temperature monitor
Sensor from Omega can send information or alarm as a text message or email. » more
Machine Safety: Is OSHA okay with my 'acceptable' risk mitigation?
“We have reviewed all of our machine safety hazards and have applied mitigation solutions to every hazard. Will OSHA agree with the mitigated 'acceptable' risk levels we’ve achieved?” » more
Machine Safety: Are the stopping categories confusing?
My e-stops are validated to achieve a Category 0 stop function. Therefore, of the three stopping categories, we’re stopping machine motion the quickest way possible. Right? (Standards are cited... » more
The Dark Side of Mobility
Sure, the idea of “iPhone as HMI” is convenient, but it opens a whole new range of cyber vulnerabilities. Is the functionality worth the risk? Many users are already deploying the technology without... » more
Machine Safety: My main disconnect e-stop isn’t red with a yellow background
Does my main disconnect functioning as an e-stop need to be red with a yellow background? » more
Machine safety: What does 'reset' mean?
Who hasn’t heard the term “reset” around machine control? And, how many understandings are there from machine builders to machine users? What do standards think about the term? » more
Cyber security insurance
Legalities: Don’t think the threat of industrial security breach isn’t real. Now there’s insurance to help mitigate financial risks related to cyber security and other threats to control system... » more
Grid security teeters on edge
Security technology used by U.S. electric utilities has flaws and could increase the odds of computer intrusions or sabotage, the chairman of an industry standards group warns. » more
HUG: Next generation technology
Safety and security are two vital areas of coverage that can help manufacturers sustain operations at their plants heading into the future. » more
New old process boosts solar, fuel cells
Chemical reactions on the surface of metal oxides, such as titanium dioxide and zinc oxide could give a boost for solar cells that convert the sun's energy to electricity. » more
RPI’s disaster management simulator
A disaster may never occur, but it is nice to know if one does, a system is in place to take on whatever elements present themselves. » more
Machine Safety: What differentiates a hazard analysis from a risk assessment?
With machine safety, why aren’t the differences well known between a Hazard Analysis and a Risk Assessment? It has been 12 years since machine safety jumped to the forefront of industrial opportunity. » more
Machine Safety: Where do I start?
“We are a medium sized business in manufacturing and our new owners are very interested in machine guarding and machine safety for our employees. Where do I start?” Eight tips follow for a machine... » more
Verticals guide the way to competitive advantage in Latin America
Hospitality, commercial and manufacturing and industrial are the fastest growing verticals for access control equipment in Latin America. » more
Machine Safety: How do I know that a consensus standard has been updated?
At almost every Machine Safety Seminar I hear someone ask: “How do I know that a consensus standard has been updated?” » more
Leading-edge technologies reshaping perimeter protection
Selection of the best electronic perimeter security equipment is formidable and demanding. » more
Machine Safety: Has OSHA ever fined an employee for a safety violation?
Everyone knows that OSHA applies fines to employers for citable safety violations to its regulations. Yet, since OSHA also requires employees to be responsible for safety, has an employee that... » more
Pairing security, fault tolerance
There is a need for improved cyber security for industrial networks, all security professionals know this. After all, the whole industrial automation world was stunned by the sudden appearance of... » more
Equipment failure delays plant start-up
Mechanical issues push back start at the Prairie State power plant in Marissa, Ill. » more
Panelboard certified as touch-safeThe ProLine Panelboard by ABB has been rated touch-safe per IP20 standards. The rating assures that an operator is isolated from hazardous or dangerous materials during operations and maintenance. » more
Malt-O-Meal integrates safety, assessment processMalt-O-Meal implements an integrated safety system and standard assessment process to help protect workers and enhance its commitment to sustainability. The food manufacturer used a safety PLC,... » more
Technologies used for Malt-O-Meal integrated safety project Safety PLC, adjustable speed ac drives, motor starters, and energy management software from Rockwell Automation, along with EtherNet/IP communications from ODVA helped reduce downtime and cut costs. » more
3 pillars of industrial cyber security Engineering and IT Insight: A stable physical structure requires at least three main supports. Three “pillars” form the basis for an effective industrial cyber security system: technology, policy and... » more
Wireless humidity and temperature monitorSensor from Omega can send information or alarm as a text message or email. » more
Hearing loss on factory floor a silent problem, study shows
University of Michigan School of Nursing study finds more awareness, testing and protection needed » more
University of Michigan School of Nursing study finds more awareness, testing and protection needed » more
Machine Safety: Is OSHA okay with my 'acceptable' risk mitigation? “We have reviewed all of our machine safety hazards and have applied mitigation solutions to every hazard. Will OSHA agree with the mitigated 'acceptable' risk levels we’ve achieved?” » more
Machine Safety: Are the stopping categories confusing? My e-stops are validated to achieve a Category 0 stop function. Therefore, of the three stopping categories, we’re stopping machine motion the quickest way possible. Right? (Standards are cited... » more
The Dark Side of MobilitySure, the idea of “iPhone as HMI” is convenient, but it opens a whole new range of cyber vulnerabilities. Is the functionality worth the risk? Many users are already deploying the technology without... » more
Machine Safety: My main disconnect e-stop isn’t red with a yellow backgroundDoes my main disconnect functioning as an e-stop need to be red with a yellow background? » more
Machine safety: What does 'reset' mean?Who hasn’t heard the term “reset” around machine control? And, how many understandings are there from machine builders to machine users? What do standards think about the term? » more
Cyber security insuranceLegalities: Don’t think the threat of industrial security breach isn’t real. Now there’s insurance to help mitigate financial risks related to cyber security and other threats to control system... » more
Grid security teeters on edgeSecurity technology used by U.S. electric utilities has flaws and could increase the odds of computer intrusions or sabotage, the chairman of an industry standards group warns. » more
HUG: Next generation technologySafety and security are two vital areas of coverage that can help manufacturers sustain operations at their plants heading into the future. » more
New old process boosts solar, fuel cellsChemical reactions on the surface of metal oxides, such as titanium dioxide and zinc oxide could give a boost for solar cells that convert the sun's energy to electricity. » more
RPI’s disaster management simulatorA disaster may never occur, but it is nice to know if one does, a system is in place to take on whatever elements present themselves. » more
Machine Safety: What differentiates a hazard analysis from a risk assessment?With machine safety, why aren’t the differences well known between a Hazard Analysis and a Risk Assessment? It has been 12 years since machine safety jumped to the forefront of industrial opportunity. » more
Machine Safety: Where do I start?“We are a medium sized business in manufacturing and our new owners are very interested in machine guarding and machine safety for our employees. Where do I start?” Eight tips follow for a machine... » more
Verticals guide the way to competitive advantage in Latin AmericaHospitality, commercial and manufacturing and industrial are the fastest growing verticals for access control equipment in Latin America. » more
Machine Safety: How do I know that a consensus standard has been updated?At almost every Machine Safety Seminar I hear someone ask: “How do I know that a consensus standard has been updated?” » more
Leading-edge technologies reshaping perimeter protectionSelection of the best electronic perimeter security equipment is formidable and demanding. » more
Machine Safety: Has OSHA ever fined an employee for a safety violation?Everyone knows that OSHA applies fines to employers for citable safety violations to its regulations. Yet, since OSHA also requires employees to be responsible for safety, has an employee that... » more
Pairing security, fault toleranceThere is a need for improved cyber security for industrial networks, all security professionals know this. After all, the whole industrial automation world was stunned by the sudden appearance of... » more
Equipment failure delays plant start-upMechanical issues push back start at the Prairie State power plant in Marissa, Ill. » more
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