Automation Technology

20th Anniversary Special | The Transformation of Industrial Automation Control – PC Control Technology

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20th Anniversary Special | The Transformation of Industrial Automation Control - PC Control Technology

More than 70 years ago, the birth of computers opened the information age for human society. Subsequently, microcontrollers and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) gradually replaced traditional relays, becoming the mainstream control devices in the field of industrial automation. However, everything changed in 1985. That year in Germany, a young engineer named Hans Beckhoff discovered that … Read more

Breaking Traditional Thinking in Industrial Hardware: PC-Based Control, Robotics, and AI Technology

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Breaking Traditional Thinking in Industrial Hardware: PC-Based Control, Robotics, and AI Technology

Image Source: Beckhoff Automation Author | James Figy By deploying EtherCAT, robotics, and AI technology, the production capacity of a sterile sampling bag factory has increased by 15% to 35% through the redesign of production machines for quality control. Focusing on quality standards and flexibility in production is crucial for the sterile sampling industry. After … Read more

Industrial Digital Transformation: The Path for Old PCs and IPCs

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Industrial Digital Transformation: The Path for Old PCs and IPCs

We are in a new trend of Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing, which is like giving factories a pair of high-tech “wings” to help them fly higher and faster. Currently, many factories face a headache: what to do with those old PCs and IPCs (Industrial Personal Computers)? They are like a pile of “antiques” sitting … Read more

Development of Multi-Axis CNC System Based on Industrial PC

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Development of Multi-Axis CNC System Based on Industrial PC

As a technical expert with over ten years of experience in industrial PC programming, I deeply understand the importance of multi-axis control systems in modern manufacturing. Today, let’s explore how to develop a high-performance multi-axis CNC system. 1. Overview of Multi-Axis Control Systems The multi-axis CNC system is one of the core technologies in modern … Read more

STMicroelectronics: Comprehensive Industrial Automation and Robotics Solutions

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STMicroelectronics: Comprehensive Industrial Automation and Robotics Solutions

Click Below“International Electronics Business“Follow Our Official Account Traditionally, the joints of robotic arms require a control chip. By using ST’s integrated drive and control solution, the driving chip and MCU solutions can all be placed on one board, achieving miniaturization and lightweight design for robotic arm joints. On November 10, the 2022 International Integrated Circuit … Read more

Case Study | Automation Material Handling Solutions in Semiconductor Industry

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Case Study | Automation Material Handling Solutions in Semiconductor Industry

Advertisement | Click to View Image Source: pixabay In recent years, the semiconductor industry has experienced significant fluctuations, partly due to its own cyclical patterns, currently in a downturn; on the other hand, global supply and demand changes have also had an impact. At present, the semiconductor industry is generally tending towards a balance of … Read more

Logistics Automation Solutions Driving the Beverage Industry’s Future

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Logistics Automation Solutions Driving the Beverage Industry's Future

The competition in the beverage industry is becoming increasingly fierce, with new types of beverages and flavors continuously entering the market—from crossover drinks to craft beers, from low-sugar beverages to wines and spirits catering to ever-changing customer tastes. Unlike in the past, modern warehouses must be able to quickly and cost-effectively deliver non-standard pallets containing … Read more

Automated Packaging Solutions for the Food Industry | Smart Box Packing Machine

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Automated Packaging Solutions for the Food Industry | Smart Box Packing Machine

In response to the dual demands for precision in packaging and production efficiency from clients in the health supplement industry, Rongyu Intelligent has developed an efficient smart box packing machine for health supplements, equipped with an advanced glue spraying mechanism, creating an automated packaging production line for health supplements. This production line can efficiently and … Read more

Automation Solutions for Mask Machines by Industry Giants

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Automation Solutions for Mask Machines by Industry Giants

↑ Click the above “Smart Manufacturing Home” Follow us Written in Front With the intensification of the overseas epidemic and the arrival of a comprehensive return to work in the domestic environment, the demand for masks is immense. To ensure the efficient operation of mask enterprises, countless automation manufacturers have plunged into this smoke-free “epidemic … Read more

Liancheng CNC – Automation Solutions for Edge Processing Lines

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Liancheng CNC - Automation Solutions for Edge Processing Lines

In the context of further cost reduction and efficiency improvement in the industry, the secondary utilization of edge materials in the silicon wafer stage aims to enhance the first-use rate of pulling silicon rods and reduce the recovery and processing of edge materials as well as the amount sent to the furnace, which is currently … Read more