Blending automation and IT protocols, the WAGO ETHERNET 2.0 750-885 media redundancy controller features 2 redundant networks backed by dual, independent Ethernet interfaces and 1MB of data memory.

There are many paths toward reducing energy and utility usage at plants—some are obvious, but some are not and require the help of consultants and suppliers.

Manufacturers need help striking a balance between quality and cost.

The West Control Solutions CAL9500P programmable controller for temperature and process control applications enables data logging, process data archiving, chart recording, virtual instrument display and on-screen alarms to monitor and control equipment from any computer connected to a process network.

Patlite NHL Series network monitoring light towers notify the administrator of network abnormalities via LED lights, audible alarms and email notifications.

Look around you. You probably have operating parameters you’d like to measure and track to satisfy the requirements of regulators, especially with FDA getting serious about implementing parts of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).

The Omega OM-WLS-TC 8-channel wireless thermocouple input module supports thermocouple types J, K, T, E, N, R, S and B.

One improvement would be implementation of better standards for information exchange between security systems.

Depending on an operation’s needs, one or a combination of systems may be best.

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