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Arc Flash & Electrical Safety December 11, 2024

Design first: the foundation of electrical safety in industrial facilities

Without the proper design, electrical safety cannot be achieved.

By Amara Rozgus
Figure 1: Artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies will continue to accelerate standardization and automation as manufacturers strive to stay flexible across the entire product development lifecycle — from design through to the production line. Courtesy: Lenovo
IIoT, Industrie 4.0 January 28, 2025

Building on industry 4.0 in the new year

In 2025, manufacturing is expected to build upon industry 4.0’s emphasis on economic value, shifting the focus to a human-centric, sustainable and resilient approach. This article will explore what this shift means for the industry.

By Jonathan Wu
Courtesy: Eaton.
Energy Efficiency & Management January 27, 2025

How to put decarbonization strategies to work

Flexible power systems help cut emissions, keep the power on and improve the bottom line.

By Richard Gorzé
Courtesy: Concept Systems Inc.
Motors & Drives January 28, 2025

How motor controls impact everything from energy efficiency to costs

Modern motor control systems, such as variable-frequency drives (VFDs) and servo drives, bring new levels of efficiency, precision and adaptability, offering clear advantages over traditional motor starters in performance, cost savings and scalability.

By Michael Blass

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