Standards
Putting safety first with collaborative robots
While collaborative robots are starting to be accepted within the manufacturing sector, safety is still a concern for many. Learn how several companies are working to address the safety issue and address misconceptions.
NFPA 652 compliance starts with a dust hazard analysis
Combustible dust safety standard requires understanding the codes.
Aesthetics in lubricating greases
There are several kinds of lubricating greases available with notably distinct differences in colors, tackiness level and smell.
Modern technologies solve industrial cybersecurity needs
Emerging condition monitoring software and devices have ingrained cybersecurity that helps bring legacy systems and processes into the modern era.
What to do when a production fan fails
Catastrophic failure of a critical piece of air handling equipment can be devastating.
Top 5 Plant Engineering articles July 22-28
Articles about alarm management tips, lubrication advice, NFPA 70E advice, maintenance process redesign, and smart manufacturing were Plant Engineering’s five most clicked articles from July 22-28. Miss something? You can catch up here.
Cybersecurity alliance’s founding members announced
The International Society of Automation (ISA) named the founding members of its Global Cybersecurity Alliance (GCA): Schneider Electric, Rockwell Automation, Honeywell, Johnson Controls, Claroty, and Nozomi Networks.
Electrical group names president for national committee
Kevin Lippert has been appointed president of the United States National Committee (USNC) to the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and will work on testing, certification and accreditation for the electrotechnical industry.
Top 5 Plant Engineering articles July 15-21
Articles about alarm management tips, maintenance process redesign, NFPA 70E advice, digitizing reality, and smart manufacturing were Plant Engineering’s five most clicked articles from July 15-21. Miss something? You can catch up here.
Your questions answered: IIoT/Cloud series, Part 2: Edge, Fog and Cloud
Webinar participants outline evolving nature of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) elements and how users are applying the edge, fog and cloud in their manufacturing operations.