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Industrial networked devices

Critical Hardware and Software Aspects in the Merger of IT and OT Networks

Experts from the FieldComm Group, Moxa and Yokogawa explain where the merger of operations technology and information technology networks is headed and how manufacturers can assess the appropriateness of IT on the plant floor.

Products Presented at SPE Education Day

Ethernet-APL can offer enhanced performance and simplified infrastructure when applied.

Data Logger vs. DAQ

Understand the key differences between data logging and data acquisition.

How to Pass Data Securely Through a DMZ

There are issues with passing operations technology data through a DMZ using OPC UA or MQTT. Secure tunnel/mirroring software resolves them.
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BASF Completes Successful Ethernet-APL Tests with ABB DCS

In its first greenfield Ethernet-APL project in Europe, BASF required potential suppliers to conduct Ethernet-APL performance tests before final contracts were awarded.

Flowserve Obtains FDT 3.0 DTM Certification

The flow control software driver for Flowserve’s new Logix 3820 Series digital positioner is based on FDT/DTM technology that extends standardized device management to mobile ...

Case Study: I/O Keeps Medical-Grade Water Flowing

Specialty Water Technologies' automated water-quality monitoring systems use Weidmuller USA's u-remote I/O to monitor sensors in the water-purification process.

Continuous Expansion of Wireless Capabilities

Control explores the evolving landscape of wireless technology and its implications for various industries.

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Purdue Model Relevancy

Adapting the Purdue Model

New visions for the Purdue Model are helping it bridge the gap between manufacturing OT and IT.
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ERP’s Growing Importance to Production Operations

How manufacturers are leveraging the connection between ERP and plant floor systems to improve production operations.
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Endress+Hauser's Ethernet-APL Approach

Ryan Williams of Endress+Hauser explains the company's work with Ethernet-APL to bring Ethernet connectivity to field devices. He also explains how instrument measurements are...