What is SCADA and how its used in Manufacturing
What is a SCADA System? SCADA, or supervisory control and data acquisition, is a comprehensive system comprised of hardware and software components used to monitor and control industrial processes. In SCADA manufacturing environments, these industrial automation controls enable manufacturers to collect and analyze real-time production data, monitor and manage alarms, and program automatic control responses […]
The Different Types of Control Panels
Quick Summary Industrial control panels are electrical systems that automate and protect manufacturing equipment. The main types include Motor Control Centers for multiple motors, PLC panels that serve as system “brains,” VFD panels for energy efficiency, and custom panels for unique needs. Choosing the right type depends on your facility’s complexity and operational requirements. Industrial […]
How Does a Compression Refrigeration System Work?
Industrial refrigeration systems are critical infrastructure for facilities across food & beverage, biotech, aerospace, and energy sectors. Vapor compression refrigeration systems provide reliable temperature control for product preservation, process cooling, and environmental conditioning in large-scale operations. Understanding how these systems work helps facility managers and engineers make informed decisions about refrigeration solutions that meet their […]
The Different Types of Compressors used in a Refrigeration System
Industrial refrigeration systems in aerospace, food & beverage, energy, biotech, and data center facilities rely on sophisticated vapor compression refrigeration cycles to maintain precise environmental conditions. In these compression refrigeration cycles, compressors serve as the critical component for pressurizing vaporized refrigerant from low pressure and temperature to high pressure and temperature before traveling through a […]
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 answer lies beyond simple cost comparisons. While upfront price differences are obvious, the […]
