RSView32 End of Life Announcement & Migration to FactoryTalk View SE
Rockwell Automation has announced that as of May 27, 2022, RSView32 software will be discontinued and no longer offered for sale. Taking its place is Rockwell’s FactoryTalk View Site Edition (SE) software, which supports both standalone and distributed applications, as well as many of the same features as RSView32. For those companies looking to modernize […]
Microcontroller vs. PLC: What’s the Difference
Microcontrollers and PLCs can perform many of the same functions, such as mathematical operations, logic and data processing, and controlling devices. However, microcontrollers are significantly less expensive to obtain. So why aren’t manufacturers racing to replace their PLC systems with microcontrollers? The best way to understand why PLCs are still the clear choice for industrial […]
6 Key Questions to ask a Control Systems Integrator Before Hiring them for Your Project
Hiring a qualified and experienced control systems integrator can be the difference between a high-quality and successfully completed project vs having your project run late and over-budget, while also not meeting your requirements. Asking these 6 key questions during your vetting process can help you ensure you are selecting the right integrator for the job. […]
The Different Types of Compressors used in a Refrigeration System
In the vapor compression refrigeration cycle, compressors play a vital role in pressurizing vaporized refrigerant from a low pressure and temperature to high pressure and temperature in preparation for traveling through a condenser. While compressors all serve the same primary function within an industrial refrigeration system, there are actually numerous types of compressors with varying […]
A Brief History of the SCADA System
Modern SCADA systems can span across large geographical locations and provide operators a complete overview of their processes, as well as remote control of equipment, advanced alarming, and powerful data processing capabilities.