Etching NIAK_2 Industrial PC 1. Industrial PC Equipment Description 1.1 Model The Etching NIAK_2 control uses the SIMATIC IPC427D industrial PC 1.2 PC Interfaces 1.3 LED Status Display 1.4 Features 1.5 Device Identification 2. Industrial PC Hardware and Software Installation 2.1 External Device Connection 1. During PC operation, hot-swappable I/O devices (USB) can be connected; … Read more
Strengthening industrial PCs can be achieved by methods such as fixing known vulnerabilities, locating systems, and logging system activities. Image source: Maverick Technologies Author | Robert Henderson, Maverick Technologies “ Computer hardening helps industrial systems resist cybersecurity attacks. Here are six tips to help engineers make better decisions. ” As cybersecurity attacks on industrial processes … Read more
Industrial computers (Industrial PCs) and tablets have continuously evolved, providing users with significant benefits in production capacity, usability, and diagnostic accuracy. The shift from wired controls, which rely on operator knobs and buttons, to wireless Ethernet touchscreen equipment is underway. These devices have developed in parallel with wireless devices in the personal consumer space, from … Read more
The manufacturing process is always being reassessed to discover ways to improve productivity and reduce costs. Ultimately, the introduction of industrial automation has changed the way this efficiency is achieved. This is accomplished through the use of control systems that can handle multiple machines and complete tasks that were once performed by human employees. In … Read more