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Product Update Prama Hikvision introduces new ColorVu offerings now with 4K and varifocal options

Prama Hikvision, the India’s leading video security solution provider, has Introduced new ColorVu offerings for more vivid 24/7 colorful imaging, and has first included 4K and varifocal cameras in the full-color range.

In addition, Hikvision has also added varifocal cameras (the DF8T-Z series) to the new ColorVu models to create 24/7 color imaging in all focal lengths. With 2.8 - 12 mm motorized lenses, ColorVu varifocal cameras will allow users to zoom in on colorful images at night.

In video security, color-related information is crucial to identifying details of events especially at night. Conventional cameras with infrared lighting only provide black and white images for night monitoring. As a result, people, vehicles, or other important objects can easily be blurry and blend into the background, which makes it difficult to distinguish critical elements. Hikvision ColorVu technology resolves this common challenge faced by many security camera users,enabling cameras to produce colorful videos even in extremely dim environments.

Enhanced colorful imaging with AA manufacturing technology The newly released ColorVu cameras lenses have kept the F1.0 super-aperture design, allowing four times more light to enter the lens than conventional cameras (that have F2.0). Focusing high definition cameras with large F1.0 apertures is extremely technically for the industry, requiring very strict and accurate manufacturing. Hikvision has applied its advanced Active Alignment (AA) Technology in the production of ColorVu cameras to bring the adjustment accuracy to within 4 pixels, even smaller than “Since 2018 when we introduced the first generation of ColorVu 1/30 hair diameter. cameras to the market, they have been one of our best selling products. The demand for low-light cameras continues to increase Meanwhile, with optimized sensors, night time color imaging of in the security industry, and we’re glad to see that our new ColorVu ColorVu cameras renders much more brightly than conventional offerings can bring even more vivid imaging experience to our cameras. A new 3D dynamic noise reduction (DNR) algorithm helps customers,” said Frank Zhang, President of International Product the cameras record additional remote details clearly and deliver sharper images. In addition, ColorVu cameras are equipped with a and Solution Center at Hikvision. soft and warm supplemental light that illuminates to guarantee Enriched ColorVu options with 4K and varifocal cameras color imaging even in zero-light environments.

The newly released ColorVu cameras offer enriched options to the market with having covered both Turbo HD (DF8T series/DF3T Quick target search with AcuSense technology series/DF0T series) and Network products. The enriched ColorVu Most security camera users only need to focus on alarms triggered series can satisfy a multitude of customer needs, from high by human and vehicles, especially at night. These newly released performance products to budget friendly choices and smart ColorVu cameras can integrate Hikvision’s cutting-edge AcuSense solutions. technology to help users focus only on events that matter to security.

Hikvision has now included 4K ColorVu cameras in its product range, which brings color imaging to ultra-high-definition levels day and night. With better image quality and richer detail, 4K ColorVu cameras can be applied across an even wider range of scenarios including stadiums, airports, harbors, and parking lots, where clear and high-resolution images are necessary.

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Empowered by deep learning algorithms, ColorVu cameras can distinguish people and vehicles from other moving objects such as rain, leaves and animals. Alarms will only be triggered when the preset intrusion type takes place. With this solution, video clips are sorted by human and vehicle categories, and object classification vastly improves search efficiency.

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Robotics Revamping The Travel Industry

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Industrial News Robots Partnering With Humans: at FPT Industrial Factory 4.0 is Already a Reality Thanks to Collaboration With Comau What will the factory of the future be like? How will it be modulate its behavior. And, in order to do this in the best possible organized? To answer these and many other questions about the way, it uses its “senses”.

Industry 4.0 production model, all it takes is a trip to the FPT A “sensitive skin” - soft and inspired by human skin - that allows it to Industrial Driveline plant in Turin. decide whether to reduce its speed or stop entirely. A “view” in the form of a 3D camera that the robot uses to scan the piece being retrieved in order to perceive its position. And last, but not least, “the touch” it expresses through a gripper, capable of lifting the component being moved with a firm, but delicate grip. But that's not all. In order to work without any barriers alongside a human on the FPT Industrial driveline assembly line, AURA was outfitted with a true “sixth sense”: an advanced and complex laser scanning system that investigates and monitors the work space when the arm is in operation.

FPT Industrial and Comau actively participated in the HuManS project from the preliminary stages of defining the requirements and the areas of application in 2017, with the goal of improving processes and making them more efficient thanks to the implementation of new technical solutions expressly targeted at factory ergonomics. Also, as an end user, FPT Industrial and Comau consistently guaranteed effective monitoring of the actual industrial validity and the results, thereby streamlining their transition from the scientific area to the application area.

Here, in the department dedicated to assembling spindles for heavy equipment axles, AURA (Advanced Use Robotic Arm) operates: this is a robot designed and built by Comau and used in the HuManS (Human-centered Manufacturing System) project, launched in the area of the Piedmont Region tender dedicated to the Intelligent Factory Platform and with which FPT Industrial, Comau and another 17 companies specialized in the sector participated. It is a project that places humans at the center of the production system, “We are happy to have moved this project forward with an excellent surrounded by machinery that helps and shares the space with partner like Comau”, said Giuseppe Daresta, Manufacturing them in complete safety.

Manager for FTP Industrial. “The configuration created at the Turin Almost three meters high and weighing about three tons, AURA is a Driveline plant represents significant innovation, as it improves the collaborative industrial robot capable of working alongside ergonomics in manual assembly operations of heavy elements humans, without barriers and in the same work station, to help thanks to the support of robots capable of safely sharing the spaces them and perform the most tiring and repetitive tasks and, where with the human operator. It also represents an important vehicle to necessary, it is ready to be manually guided by the human operator. spread new technologies developed thanks to their application in a Specifically, AURA retrieves a part from the supply cart in complete real production setting.” autonomy and delicately hands it to the operator it shares the “The synergy between two leading companies in the technological station with. And it is precisely the human operator who, at this field such as FPT Industrial and Comau has led to an innovative point, takes control of the operations, guiding the robot using a solution focused on the collaborative AURA robot. Comau has specific handle so that the mechanical arm takes the part to the always been involved in developing products and systems aimed at work bench, where it is coupled with a lever. improving customer production processes in terms of flexibility, Perfect collaboration and synergy, where each of the subjects quality and efficiency – commented Pietro Ottavis, Chief involved is able to perform at their best. The robot performs the Technology Officer for Comau. ‘Cobots’ and digital instruments are heavy work methodically and effortlessly, the only collaborative just some of the main technologies that Comau has developed machine on the market capable of lifting up to 170 kilograms, following its own approach to Industry 4.0, called HUMANwhereas the delicate assembly stage is controlled by a human, ufacturing, to create complete and safe collaboration in production thereby using human skills to adapt to operational situations and operations between humans and machines, called on to support assembly strategies that vary from model to model, sometimes humans in operations that require greater speed, strength and repeatability, as well as dangerous operations.” greatly.

But strength is not the only feature that makes AURA a robot without rivals. In fact, in its role as a collaborative machine, it must be able to perceive a presence, whether it be other machinery or a real person, in the space where it operates and consequently

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Solution Update

Five reasons why small and medium-sized businesses should embrace the cloud for their premises security solution Managers can check live video and stored data from each location, even when they are travelling, as long as there is an internet connection.

Reduced upfront investment and easy setup All businesses want platforms or services that offer simplicity, with as few assets to manage as possible, and a setup that’s ultra-simple.

This is precisely where the cloud delivers. Through a cloud hostinginfrastructure, there is no need for a local server or software to be deployed; to get started, all you need is a username and password, and you can easily connect devices like video cameras to the internet for preview and playback.

This is particularly useful for organisations with smaller/fewer sites and fewer cameras, as it helps to reduce the cost of hardware investment and ongoing management.

Scalability and flexibility Scalability is one of the main reasons to migrate to the cloud.

Whether traffic or workload demands increase suddenly or grow gradually over time, companies choose a cloud solution because it’s The cloud has emerged as a more scalable and open option for scalable, allowing businesses to increase storage and performance businesses of all sizes, the security industry is no exception. Read on appropriately and cost-effectively. to discover how the cloud can make premises security of small and This is very much the case for cloud-based security solutions. When medium-sized businesses more cost-effective, efficient, flexible, businesses grow, the cloud enables their security system scalable, and ultimately more effective with convergence and infrastructure to scale with it. Companies can add new devices, automation. services, functionality and enhanced analytics and data storage in More and more businesses today are leveraging the cloud to stages, to suit their growth and development. improve business operations and management. In retail, for example, progressive retailers have been implementing cloud commerce solutions for their order management, inventory management, financial consolidation and customer relationship management (CRM).

Remote system maintenance 24/7

Cloud-based platforms can help to make managed security services far more responsive. Security service providers and alarm receiving centers (ARC) can constantly monitor the health of an end-user’s security system and resolve any problems remotely, delivering a Similarly, the physical security industry is embracing cloud in a big sophisticated service without the added expense of an on-site visit. way. Cloud-based security systems – which bring together security, All that’s required is consent from end users when the system is deployed. networking, storage, analytics and management – are increasing in For businesses, this offers peace of mind that their security system popularity due to their impressive safety and operational benefits. is up and running 24/7. Any issues such as device failure or So what exactly are the benefits of a security solution that’s communication loss can be addressed rapidly and efficiently. managed in the cloud? In this blog, we examine five reasons why cloud should be front of mind for small and medium-sized Technology that’s always up to date businesses for their premises security solution.

Technology is always changing. So for on-premise systems, regular maintenance must be carried out on-site or through remotedesktop.

Security information at your fingertips: always This can be a burden to IT services, especially if there are multipleA A cloud-based security solution enables businesses to access and cloud-based solution, however, requires no on-site manual updates, manage all of their security devices anytime, anywhere, and on any as customers will stream the latest version of the software that is internet-enabled device. And when businesses have multiple fully and centrally maintained by the service provider. This saves a premises to manage, the cloud provides an easily accessible and significant amount of time, while reducing the potential of security secure collation point for information from all secured buildings. lapses and the associated risks. sites.

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Solution Update A convergent, cloud-based security service solution from management platform with a single login. This goes above and beyond conventional security systems made up of disparate Hikvision Hikvision’s cloud-based security service solution, Hik-ProConnect, is designed for small and medium-sized businesses and residential applications. It uses industry-leading standards and protocols for maximum security and reliability, making it ideal for today’s security market.

elements. Integration of devices provides users with different types of events to suit their requirements, away from manual approaches to the use of automation. Examples of device linkage include merging intercom calls and intrusion or access events with video verification.

Whether being used to manage a single simple site or multiple Incorporated with all these cloud-hosting benefits, Hik- complex locations, Hik-ProConnect ensures users enjoy an up-toProConnect allows users to converge multiple devices into one date and smooth running security system.

Benefits of an open-source language for robots A robot operating system (ROS) delivers the services that would be expected from an OS – such as hardware abstraction, lowlevel device control, implementation of commonly used functionality, message-passing between processes and package management.

another person retains intellectual property rights, offers modules that lets robots adapt to dynamic environments.

For example, it is applied to automated guided vehicles (AVGs) to avoid collisions with nearby machinery in warehouses, and pickand-place robots for changeable motions to manipulate objects and execute preprogramed tasks. However, these adaptive functionalities are often quite limited.

Open-source benefits Unlike proprietary software, open-source software gives users full access to the source code. If a plant manager wants to customize a robot’s program, then the developer not only has access to the code, but is able to edit it within the licensing agreement. In fact, ROSbased code engineers, of the ROS-Industrial program initiated by Southwest Research Institute (SwRI), is using open-source software for non-preprogramed robotic actions.

SwRI researchers recently developed a module that lets two robots collaborate on a handling task. The function of these robots is based on point-cloud data from cameras imparting stereo vision and depth perception for environmental understanding. Therefore, the robotic application’s possibilities with ROS-based code is endless, Developed in 2007, at the Stanford University Artificial Intelligence as manufacturers could, for example, install 3D cameras around a Laboratory, ROS is a layer of middleware that can run on several work cell to gather data on interactions between robots and the operating systems or without one. Although it is not an operating parts being worked on. system (OS) ROS delivers the services that would be expected from Minimizing obsolescence an OS – such as hardware abstraction, low-level device control, Engineers will also be pleased to hear that ROS uses the internet’s implementation of commonly used functionality, message-passing standard transmission control protocol/internet protocol (TCP/IP). between processes and package management.

This means that new robotic hardware can be installed on a The software in ROS offers flexibility. Organized in packages, it can production line without rendering other parts of the system contain nodes, datasets, configuration files or anything that obsolete, and that all the equipment will still ‘talk’ to each other, constitutes a useful module. This makes it useful for several robotic without the need for costly reprogramming. applications and even has the potential to advance its capabilities Since it creation over 10 years ago, ROS has become a widely used on already established industrial hardware in factories. platform across various robotic applications. It is because of this, Traditionally, when a robot is added to an operation, it is set up with that there are now thousands of developers working with ROS to the closed-source software that comes with the robot hardware. build the future of robotics, allowing manufacturers to reduce This proprietary software, of which the software’s publisher or obsolete equipment and customize a robot’s program to their liking.

The open-source robot operating system (ROS) has been around for over ten years. There are thousands of developers building packages for it. A 2019 report from ABI Research, stated that, by 2024, almost 55% of the world’s robots will include a ROS package.

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Solution Update Reduce road accidents and minimize congestion with Hikvision's Traffic Violation Detection Solution

Poor driving doesn't just increase the risk of accident and injury – it also slows down traffic and increases delays for other motorists. To help local authorities to overcome these challenges, Hikvision has created its Traffic Violation Detection solution, which detects traffic and parking violations across the road network in real time and supports fast, automated incident responses and ticketing deterrents.

To help make roads safer, and to keep traffic flowing, Hikvision has created a Traffic Violation Detection solution. This focuses on three key areas to ensure that motorists drive as safely as possible, and that any infractions are recorded and notified.

As an additional benefit, the Hikvision solution uses smart video to automate traffic and incident management. This not only speeds up response times compared to manual monitoring, but it also helps to According to the World Health Organization (WHO), traffic save police time and free up forces to focus on major incidents. accidents kill approximately 1.35 million people a year and injure up Detecting speeding and other traffic violations at checkpoints to 50 million more. A large number of these accidents are Using Hikvision cameras and velocity radars mounted on preventable, caused by speeding drivers, or distracted drivers who checkpoint 'gantries', traffic violations can be detected at key are talking on their phones or texting on the road. locations on the road network. In particular, the speed of vehicles As well as causing accidents and near-misses, bad driving practices also increase traffic congestion, which is a major headache for motorists and local authorities. Common driving behaviors that typically impact traffic flow include illegal stopping or parking, incorrect use of priority lanes, illegal u-turns, and unnecessarily sharp braking at traffic lights and junctions.

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can be verified – either using a location-based snapshot, or an average speed between two checkpoints (as shown in the images below).

Speed check method 1: Instantaneous speed detection: this uses a speed radar, a video camera, and a supplemental light to detect the speed of the vehicle as it passes the checkpoint.

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Solution Update Most traditional intersection monitoring solutions focus on vehicles that run red lights – cross referencing license plate information with traffic light status. Hikvision solution also does this, but it also integrates lane properties to detect and respond to misuse of lanes, illegal u-turns, wrong-way driving, and other incidents that can cause accidents and delays.

Improving safety and reducing congestion with illegal parking detection Illegal parking has major consequences for road safety and traffic congestion. It can also be inconvenient or dangerous for cyclists and pedestrians who need to pass badly parked vehicles.

Speed check method 2: A double-checkpoint segmentation system: this calculates the average speed of a vehicle travelling between two The Hikvision Traffic Violation Detection solution addresses these challenges with high-performance illegal parking detection checkpoints or 'gantries'. cameras. Employed with Hikvision's DarkFighter technology, the cameras provide up-to 4 megapixel video images, even in very lowlight conditions. The cameras can reliably detect vehicles and capture their license plates when they enter into the pre-defined illegal parking zones, including those on highways and urban streets.

In addition to speeding, Hikvision checkpoint cameras use deep learning technology to detect a number of additional traffic violations. For example, the cameras can determine if drivers are wearing their seatbelt. By recognizing license number plates, checkpoint cameras can also support local authorities to detect stolen vehicles, and check that only the right types of vehicles travel on highways and urban streets by recognizing vehicle attributes.

Preventing accidents and improving traffic flow at intersections Traffic violations at intersections are not only dangerous for motorists, cyclists and pedestrians, but they can also slow down traffic and cause long delays. To address these challenges, the Hikvision Traffic Violation Detection solution monitors driving behaviour at intersections, helping to reduce the risk of accidents and speed up traffic flow.

Hikvision illegal parking detection cameras can also be configured easily to implement rules that allow parking only during certain times of day, or for a limited time period. This makes the cameras suitable for town car parks, parking bays on high streets, airport pick-up bays, and other areas where motorists can only leave their vehicles for a short time.

Bringing it all together in a single-pane view To maximize road safety and to help reduce traffic congestion, all elements of the Hikvision solution are integrated into a single, intelligent technology platform using HikCentral VMS. This brings cameras, velocity radars, servers, and control room infrastructure together to provide a real-time view of traffic incidents across the road network and to speed up response times dramatically.

With video data streamed into the platform in real time, authorities can view vehicles that violate traffic rules, and play back footage to verify what took place, and review traffic statistics at peak demand times. The HikCentral platform can also be integrated with thirdparty 'ticketing' systems that send automated fines and other penalties to vehicle owners via email, sms, or traditional mail.

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Industrial News The Industrial Robotics Industry: Is Reemergence of the Industry on the Cards Post the COVID-19 Pandemic Settles? ndustrial robots and service robots are the two primary types of robots. The primary application of the industrial robots is the manufacturing works in big warehouses and factories. On the contrary, service robots are used for providing automated services, which can imitate human behavior. Industrial robots that are used to perform a nonmanufacturing work, can also be considered service robots.

However, researchers have found that the industry will regain its grip on the market in no time once the pandemic is over.

Because of the pandemic, the supply chain and the manufacturing processes across industries were disrupted which resulted in loss of demand. Many industries have been shut down. These factors impacted the global market of industrial robotics in a negative way.

With innovative strategies and creative product developments, the industrial robotics sector is going to propel with faster speed. The question that remains is that “will the robotics industry be a game changer post the pandemic?”

According to a report published by the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), by 2022 almost four million industrial robots are expected to be operational across the globe. This, however, will be possible once the impact of COVID-19 is erased completely. During the outbreak, the robotics industry has displayed its role in various While focusing on industry-specific dynamics, it becomes clear that arenas. Some of the application areas of industrial robots during the the industrial robotics industry has gained its highest demand from global pandemic are mentioned below: end-users such as automotive and electronics in recent years.

1. Collaborative robots or cobots are capable of performing in a Pre-Pandemic Scenario of the Industrial Robotics Industry secure way in close vicinity to humans. These cobots are being used Since the last few years, the global industrial robotics industry has extensively in hospitals to provide services to the infected patients. been performing in a quite interesting way. The foundation of operational industrial robots that were installed across the world 2. The norm of personal hygiene was strictly followed by the has been increasing at a 10 percent average annually. As mentioned healthcare industry with the help of swarms of robotic shuttles

by McKinsey, the worldwide annual consignments of robots when the pandemic was in its peak. ascended to around 381,000 only in the year 2017.

3. Already in an upswing, mobile robots promote social distancing It is because of the recent developments in the robotics sphere, by transporting work-in-process (WIP), delivering parts to assembly industrial robots are now capable of performing the most lines, and conducting material supervision in warehouses. dangerous, oppressive, and routine chores. Nevertheless, these robots can now take care of more critical operations that need 4. As the fear of the pandemic has started to evaporate, the extreme accuracy level. In the past few years, industrial robotics has manufacturing industries and distribution centers are struggling to meet the supply and demand. The industries that are struggling to come a long way in the ladder of success and development. accelerate production and diminish the worker congestion on their A Post-Pandemic Glance on the Industry big warehouse floors and loading docks are influencing the demand With the coronavirus outbreak earlier this year (2020), the for robotic palletizing and depalletizing. ascending graph of the industrial robotics industry has dropped down to a lower level. The pandemic has kept its claw on the throat 5. Disinfecting robots are on the rise in the post-pandemic world. of the global economy, compelling the giant industries to gasp for SmartGuardUV, launched by Fetch Robotics, is a disinfecting autonomous mobile robot which can abolish up to 99.9% viruses. breath.

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Solution Update ROBOTICS REVAMPING THE TRAVEL INDUSTRY Developments in robotics have, in more ways than one, changed the way we function. From public spheres to the comforts of our homes, AI and robotics have penetrated almost all aspects of human existence; travel is no exception. Planning and executing a getaway is a time-consuming affair, but today, some robots can help hasten many stages of the process. These devices, mostly humanoids, have also been deployed and tested at different sites, including airports, travel agencies, and hotels that make the whole process easier, faster, and seamless. Herein, Nelfair looks at the recent developments that have eased and reshaped the travel industry and the overall travel experience.

From Jumbo, who polishes the floors in Seoul to Spencer in Amsterdam, who guides passengers through the terminal to the boarding gate, robots are becoming commonplace in airports worldover. Josie Pepper, Troika, and Robird are few other such robots active in the airports in Munich, Seoul, Canada, respectively. They are specially programmed to serve different functions such as receiving passengers, providing flight and weather information, and even preventing birds from colliding with airplanes.

SITA’s Leo is another robot engineered to navigate busy airport environments to help passengers with check-ins and luggage transport. Additionally, airports even have robots for entertainment: Piper, Amelia, and Norma at the Mineta San Jose International Airport, for instance, play music, dance, and click pictures for the travelers. Notably, robots have been added to join the security personnel in many airports to scan for threats and detect weapons. Knightscope’s robots in New York’s LaGuardia, for example, made the news in 2018 for regularly patrolling the airport, often even scaring the people around.

enabled devices at several key points to make customer service and Interaction faster and more efficient. Hotels are experimenting friendly interaction for the guests, giving them food recommendations and helping them with directions. The robot butler Relay, at Westin Buffalo, on the other hand, is adept at handling room-service, delivering everything from hot towels to cocktails.

Today, hotels like Main and Mountain in Vermont, are also experimenting with completely eliminating the need for front desks by enabling the guests to check-in with the help of a personalised code.

Travel planning has also become less tedious with AI software and chatbots such as SnatchBots, which facilitate faster flight bookings and travel planning. Another exciting innovation in this respect is the Travelmate developed by Travelmate Robotics. This Bluetooth and GPS-enabled luggage is a fully-autonomous suitcase that allows for a hassle-free travel experience. Furthermore, 2020 may also witness robots that travel on behalf of humans, who in turn can experience travel through VR. Japan’s ANA envisaged the telepresence robot Newme that can be controlled from remote locations; In addition to allowing virtual travel, an invention such as Newme would even enable vital tasks like virtual medical treatment by bridging the geographical gap between people across the world. More importantly, distance would no longer be a deterrent.

Research is underway across the world to create more such software and robots to automate many other routine processes in the travel industry. The prohibiting factor, at the moment, is the cost involved.

However, the efficiency guaranteed as a result is unparalleled.

Therefore, while large-scale automation in the service sector poses a threat of unemployment, one cannot deny the benefits of such Apart from airports, hotels have also stationed robots and other AI- developments in the long-run.

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Industrial News Contactless measurement developed for COVID-19 tests A contactless measurement system that could help detect Islam’s technology uses a near-infrared sensor, which is part of the illnesses such as COVID-19 has been developed by University of time-of-flight camera in a smartphone, to detect blood flow on the Michigan researchers. upper portion of the face for heart rate and heart rate variability. In addition to the sensor, the time-of-flight camera contains a laser that bounces infrared light off the subject. This enables the camera to detect the motion of the upper part of the chest for the respiratory rate while compensating for fidgeting and swaying. Experimental results in a lab setting showed that readings were nearly identical to those of a high-end, FDA-approved oximeter placed on the finger as a reference point.

The device takes a 24-second video of the face and upper chest of a participant, and then uses machine learning and artificial intelligence to process the data to derive the physiological parameters.

Because each individual has a unique heart rate and respiratory rate A new way to measure respiratory rate, heart rate and heart rate that is typical for them, this technology works best if a baseline has variability has recently been developed in a collaboration led by the been established. Islam suggests that this baseline information can University of Michigan. Together with body temperature, these be easily captured on the newer smart phones and wearable devices. important indicators could identify a respiratory infection Islam’s contactless, physiological measurement system could be early—before a worker or student feels ill. used in advanced driver assistance systems in vehicles to monitor The technology is particularly relevant to detecting illnesses such as the flu and COVID-19, but it can also be used to detect stress and other physiological conditions. In keeping with social distancing, the system can perform the health screening on masked participants from beyond six feet away.

“Respiratory rate is not typically monitored due to lack of easy technology,” explained Mohammed Islam, a professor of electrical engineering and computer science who is leading the research, “but it is often the first sign of deterioration as the body attempts to maintain oxygen delivery to the tissues.”

the health of the driver, as well as potentially providing costeffective health screening at the entrances to buildings, ships or other facilities.

The technology also has applications to virtual reality and contactless authentication. If approved by the FDA as a medical device, it could provide continuous, contactless monitoring of hospital patients. The University of Michigan and Omni MedSci Inc. are now seeking investors and partners to bring the technology to market.

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has varied enormously, with The new software can be deployed in a stand-alone device or in some companies massively increasing production, some resystems that include a time-of-flight camera, such as the latest purposing their plants to new demands or opportunities; while flagship smartphones from Apple, Samsung and LG. others are having to prioritize for survival and damage limitation, Early detection of COVID-19 during the asymptomatic period is furloughing or even laying off staff as production is halted. With a important since people can be infectious and spread the virus global recession predicted, it is vital that we assess the learnings without the outward signs of cough, temperature rise, or shortness and take back control. There is no way back! of breath. Studies performed on influenza between 2010-2020 showed that the combination of heart rate, respiratory rate and temperature improves the accuracy of predicting illness by 42% compared to temperature alone, according to Islam.

The pandemic has transformed the nature of work. The challenge for new homeworkers hasn’t been how to work effectively, but how to ensure they maintain a quality home life. The reduction in travel has increased productive working hours and all this could have an Among COVID-19 studies, one using data from wrist-worn smart irreversible effect on our car and aerospace industries: but our devices showed that heart rate and respiratory rate began to rise at environment and well-being are benefiting already. least five days before the onset of symptoms. And heart rate Massive and unpredicted consumer demand spikes have variability, which is the beat-to-beat variation of the heart’s rhythm, challenged production and logistic capabilities, particularly those decreased. based on rigid pre-planning. The next phase of the pandemic will “We’re using the very latest technology that is becoming available on smart phones to provide more accurate monitoring of overall health, while protecting caregivers and others tasked with taking health readings from highly infectious diseases,” said Islam.

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call for increases in automated testing, sample preparation and laboratory analysis and then, when clinical trials are successfully concluded, there will be increased demand for vaccine and drug production.

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Product Update Prama Hikvision launches High Speed Entrance Control Products – Swing Barrier, Tripod Turnstile & Flap Barrier

Prama Hikvision, the India's leading video security solution provider, has launched High Speed Entrance Control Products – Swing Barrier, Tripod Turnstile & Flap Barrier. These High Speed Entrance Control Products ensure flexible solutions and fast access. It helps system integrators, installers and architects to choose any combination of identification sensors and build barrier gate solution as per the requirements.

K5603-Z) with Prama Hikvision's proprietary algorithm.

Whatever your need is, we can provide the proper solution or a combination of solutions customized for a perfect fit. The Card Reader supports standard Wiegand 26/34 interface.

The Swing Gate supports standard Wiegand interface or 485 interface. These swing gates offer the best-in-class quality and the highest efficiency. Unlock more advanced features with the These High Speed Entrance Control Products (Swing Barrier, professional iVMS-4200 Access Control Software, such as alarm Tripod Turnstile & Flap Barrier) are used in Airports, Seaports, linkage, anti-passback, and much more.

Metro Rail and Railway Terminals, Corporate Offices, Banking and Financial Institutions, Industrial complexes, Government Impeccable Quality: The Swing Gates are made of Stainless Offices, Education, Parks, Museums, etc.

Steel that meets the AISI304 standard. It has Anti-crash protection with 1.5 mm stainless steel.

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Guaranteed 5 million gate swings.

12 pairs of IR detectors.

High throughput at 30 – 40 persons per minute Anti-crash swing panel

Flexible options with customizable width and number of passages

• Immediate response (less than 0.5 seconds).

Advanced Features: Unlock more advanced features with the professional iVMS-4200 Access Control Software, such as alarm linkage, anti-passback, and much more.

Facial Recognition: Combined with Combined with the Swing Gate through RS232, Prama Hikvision Facial Recognition Technological advances and the need for automation across Terminal DS-K5603-Z provides an intelligent facial recognition various verticals is driving swing barrier gate adoption. The DS- access control solution: K3B601 Swing Barrier Gate can be installed in combination with various identification sensors, such as intelligent Card Reader, • 10,000 faces fingerprint readers, and the Facial Recognition Terminal (DS- • HD face picture with 2 MP camera December 2020

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Product Update • Up to 99% recognition rate with excellent performance under backlight, dim light, and strong light environments

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Live human face detection with 3D function, distinguishes live faces from pictures and videos Target height between 1.4 m – 1.9 m (4'7” – 6'3”)

Customizable swing gate direction and working modes:

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Always Open: Allowing access to all

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Adjust the passing time duration via DIP switch on the control board

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Multiple people can pass through the lane at a time after the continuous authentication of the passed people

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Standard system input; wires with different kinds of card readers

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Always Closed: Limited access Verification: Access by verification only Adjustable open interval fits various throughputs Gate opens automatically if power is interrupted

Works off- and online with remote management via software

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Bidirectional(Entering/Exit) Lane, The barrier opening and closing speed can be open or stop according to the visitor flow

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Self-detection, Self-diagnostics, and automatic alarm

Audible and visual alarm will be triggered when detecting intrusion, tailgating reverse passing, and climbing over barrier

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When the power is down, the barrier will be dropped automatically for emergency evacuation

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LED indicates the passing direction(forbidden or available)

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TCP/IP network communication, the communication data is specially encrypted to relieve the concern of privacy leak Fire alarm passing

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Solution Update Introduction to Distributed Control Systems Distributed control systems (DCS) evolved out of control systems for facilities, but their scope can be difficult to fully understand. This article explores the role of a DCS and how it fits in with PLCs and PACs.

A DCS is intended to interconnect the control elements of an entire manufacturing or processing facility. It consists of the hardware as well as the software items required to collect information and send signals at the hardware I/O level, store information, process instructions at a facility server level, and provide the computing The early days of machine control centers were limited by the fairly power to implement machine learning, complex simulations, and basic capabilities of the CPUs inside the controllers. Since the task handling, and secure the data at a corporate-wide computer computers lacked modern technology, there were many functions of level. networking, remote control, and data acquisition (just to name a few) that have evolved enormously since those days. The distributed Obviously, the system is quite complex, but it includes control control system, or DCS, is an evolution of control systems for elements from the hardware I/O level and up. Most companies and facilities do include each of these elements built up over facilities, but its scope can be difficult to fully understand. generations of technology, so in a sense, this is a primitive DCS. However, the cohesive suite of hardware and software products from one manufacturer can simplify the integration process and remove countless hours of frustrating downtime and maintenance.

How does a DCS Differ from a PLC? A PLC is a single, recognizable piece of hardware, so it’s a natural tendency to compare the two items — after all, they both provide an advanced level of control for machinery…

The concept of a PLC is to provide control at a local level for just a single machine or cluster of a few machine centers. In this system structure, the control program is stored within just one controller Engineers and electricians working in a modern manufacturing for each part of a larger system. Often, there is very little redundancy, facility understand that process control is far more than a small PID unless you have multiple PLCs. controller attached to various machines. These small controllers These days, it’s very common for a PLC system to be upgraded with may still exist, but the scope of a control system spans across the remote I/O, expanded to many machines with multiple HMIs and entire facility — and perhaps between facilities worldwide. This is VFDs to monitor and control entire processes. This level of the intent of a facility-wide implementation of a DCS. implementation starts to become much more similar to a DCS. The giant scope of ‘control’ can cause confusion between the terms In fact, we really don’t call this type of control a PLC anymore. This is used to define individual components versus the terms that define called a process automation controller or PAC — such as a Rockwell the whole system. Someone experienced with industrial technology ControlLogix system, or a Siemens S7-1500 system. Even a small over the past 20-30 years would likely have an entirely different modern PLC can easily control remote automation elements, perspective on a control system than a recent tech school graduate making it an effective PAC as well. with projects involving the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). It makes sense to define a DCS in comparison with familiar pieces of The main difference remains that in the case of a DCS, the control of the system is performed at a higher level than in the I/O controller hardware and software to give some idea of the scope of operation. itself. The distributed I/O only exists to read system information What does a DCS Accomplish? and control outputs. Then all information is routed back to the main controller, with levels of redundancy to reduce downtime risks and provide easier control modifications when needed.

In these systems, the I/O modules, the networking adapters, the servers and computers, and finally the software suites to control everything are all provided from the same manufacturer to ensure compatibility.

How Can DCS Installation Happen in an Existing System?

It’s easy to see how a brand-new installation can be outfitted with a state-of-the-art DCS. It would be expensive to install any automation system, so you might as well purchase the entire package with the assurance that it will work properly.

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Industrial News India’s Bedrock of Industrial Automation When did Delta Electronics India venture into exploring the Indian market?

The journey begins in 2003, when Delta globally acquired Swiss company-ASCOM, having its operations in India, which eventually led to entering the Indian market. It was a period when the telecom industry was on a rapid growth trajectory, so the initial offerings from Delta was primarily the business line of products used in the telecom industry. This makes telecom the first vertical with which Delta started off in India and is still the market leader in telecom comprising of both, government and private players. By 2006, we started venturing and expanding into newer businesses, such as Industrial Automation, Display Solutions and UPS. Today, we have established ourselves as a dependable and reliable brand with our world-class products and services across major business lines. We are market leaders in Telecom Power Solutions, Renewable Energy Solutions (Rooftop Solar Inverters), Display Solutions (Video Walls) & a leading provider of Industrial Automation Solutions, Communication and Information Solutions, EV Charging Solutions, Rail Transportation Solutions, Smart City Solutions, Energy Storage Solutions, DC Fans & Blowers, Components and recently introduced Smart Meter Connectivity Solutions, to provide a complete range of technology and solutions that will support the growing market needs for industrial progress.

Programmable Logic Controllers, Human Machine Interfaces, Machine Vision Systems, Meters and Sensors, Industrial and Medical Power Supplies, Power Quality Products, Industrial Ethernet Solutions, Industrial Control and Monitoring Software, and Industrial Robots.

Our Industrial Automation Solutions extend to a broad range of industry applications like, Electronics, Elevators, Textiles, Food & Beverages, Pharma, Rubber & Plastics, Packaging, Printing, Woodworking, Automotive, Environment & Water Treatment, Metal Processing & Machine Tools to name a few.

Delta is all about Smart Manufacturing. We integrate our automation products, equipment networking, system software, IoT technology and big data analysis to build innovative and reliable green automation solutions.

With robust R&D capability and abundant industry experience, we have a strong presence across the country with 16 regional offices and more than 200 channel partners.

Delta Industrial Automation conducts regular training programs at the corporate level as well as for different businesses having dedicated programs, which includes technical, sales, and marketing. Being a leading player, the objective is to be an enabler in How is Delta Industrial Automation catering to the current understanding the Industrial Automation Ecosystem and provide the best in terms of services. market requirements?

The focus is to constantly develop and enhance processes in Where does Delta have its manufacturing units in India? supporting the growing demand of the market, which is also, a Delta has its large factories in China and Taiwan. In India, we have major driving force essential to understand and accordingly production facilities in Hosur, Rudrapur, and Gurugram. But then, innovate applications that can strengthen the Industrial bigger investments have been made in two large upcoming factories Automation Infrastructure. Energy efficiency is another big area in Krishnagiri, close to Hosur, one of which is for the exports and the propelling automation demand and Delta with competency of other for Indian consumption. Delta has been partnering with powering green automation is expecting huge momentum in this space. With the focus towards adapting latest technology and various Government’s initiatives like Digital India, Make in India, solutions such as IoT and Industry 4.0, new opportunities are being E-Mobility Mission, Smart City Mission, and profoundly investing created in the market right at the machine, factory & process level. in India to create best in terms of technology, provide end-to-end Lot of companies today are looking at capturing the data at the solutions, and create more job opportunities. Our upcoming machine or process level and localizing or routing it through the factories in Krishnagiri being among such initiatives where over the cloud to gain critical insights in terms of preventive maintenance. next 3-4 years, the production will be localised which are currently We at Delta help the companies integrate their entire solution at being manufactured in other Delta facilities like in China, including the machine, factory and process level to meet their business non-industrial automation products as well. Another noteworthy development is that Delta is investing heavily in its new state-ofrequirements. the-art R&D facility in Bengaluru where we will be consistently How would you define the strengths of Delta Industrial innovating to provide best in terms of technology and solutions.

Automation?

Our biggest strength is our commitment in innovating and How are you coping with the volatile market challenges in your developing cutting- edge technology and energy- efficient solutions segment? that understand the changing trend of the industry, and showcase Yes, market challenges are definitely there with slow growth in current manufacturing market, but we have managed very well for Delta’s vision to develop what is sustainable in nature.

Delta offers a comprehensive portfolio of products and services in the simple fact that our focus is not restricted to a specific industry. machine, factory and process automation. We offer product range If we talk about Industrial Automation, we have diversified which includes AC Motor Drives, Servo and Motion Control products and solutions range catering to different industrial needs Systems, CNC Controllers, Hybrid Energy Saving Systems, safeguarding from dependency on specific industry segments.

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Industrial News We successfully diversified into processing as well as factory automation equipped with a plethora of applications which has given our business a new domain to explore more opportunities.

That said, we are still moving ahead with the positive growth numbers and see immense opportunities in India.

the processes are better connected and compatible. Yes, certain processes will be ultimately driven by AI which is being built over the years enabling us to collect huge data base and other components that would enable quality out-put by our products.

Delta automation to a large extent are IoT driven, which can also be transferred to the cloud improving your processes and increasing efficiency in terms of business maintenance.

What is the role of Delta automation in the solar industry?

Delta Electronics India has a separate business portfolio of Renewable Energy Solutions, where we are the market leaders in the How is Delta Automation strengthening its sales, service and business network? rooftop solar inverter.

The growth of an enterprise is more than just the sales number. It When it comes within automation and the solar business, we offer depends on providing a differentiated and consistent customer complete solution in solar pump controller. Delta Industrial experience across sales, marketing, and service, as well as taking Automation is among the leading companies in providing solar advantage of all channels and routes to interact with customers. At pump controller solutions to deliver drinking water as well as water Delta, we strongly believe that for bridging the gap between demand for livestock or irrigation purposes by using renewable energy and and supply, one needs an efficient business network of channel power which helps in reducing the over stressed load on grid supply. partners and stakeholders along with a workforce that reciprocates For India, irrigation is one of the prime focus where the major part of the skills in understanding the exact requirement for the growth of population is still dependent on farming. Government has been the business. consistent in introducing schemes to encourage renewable energybased applications and solutions to provide financial and water We have a strong presence Pan India with 16 regional offices and security to farmers in strengthening the agriculture sector. more than 200 channel partners, where our engineers having Partnering with government’s vision, Delta is successfully expertise in different domain maintain a cordial communication contributing with solar pump controller solutions that have been with our customers for sales, application and services. developed to enhance the agricultural ecosystem.

Along with structured workforce we also focus to host technical workshops and seminars to keep them updated with latest Which are the new interest areas of Delta?

We are consistently focusing on machine automation, which is our technology and solutions contributing towards their personal and global expertise as well and at the same time exploring new professional growth as well. Same is being hosted for channel opportunities in process automation, which has a huge potential to partners and stakeholder to keep them aware about latest offerings grow. A lot of investments are being channelised for promoting and industry know-how. process automation. We have been venturing in different industries Being a market leader, our focus is not just to increase the sales but like steel and cement, but recently, the most in water segment. In equally build a relation of trust with our prestigious customer by the coming 5 years, we expect it to be a big industry estimated to delivering the commitment of ultimate customer satisfaction. garner We are one of the very few companies in our space in India who have $ 20-25 billion, according to government sources. We are closely and provide service even at the component level with one large working with our channel partners and associates to provide endfacility in Gurugram. Besides, a reliable service quality assurance to-end solutions for affluent treatment, sewage treatment, clean team seeks a lot of feedback at the product level, which is then used water and a host of other applications. With more SI’s on board and to improve the product. Our field application engineers spread tie-up in the coming time, we are expecting positive growth in this across India give first-hand information of any product or segment for the year 2020. application issues.

Another segment where we see immense growth potential is For us, the goal is to have maximum connect with our customers intelligent automation. The future of industrial growth majorly and provide them the significant technology and solutions focuses on smart technologies and energy efficient solutions. Today necessary for business growth.

Industries are adopting autonomous cloud solutions which will help them to establish intelligent automation in-house. Through How are you planning to scale-up business in coming years and this, industries can reduce labour, secure the system, increase the what are the development strategies of Delta Industrial value and productivity of the workforce and make the day-to-day Automation?

Delta Industrial Automation is among the key players in machine tasks easier for business. automation. We intend to grow 20% year on year for the next five How are new technologies such as AI impacting the automation years and we are quite optimistic on this target. industry?

It should be a major business segment for Delta in the coming years, Moving ahead, the focus is to increase our reach in the industry to but as of now the businesses that we are in is highly driven by AI. A support the growing market. We are further investing in factory and lot of our products are getting smarter and so are most of the process automation solutions for last couple of years. We see huge processes that we deal in. We work on smart manufacturing potential in this space and will continue to invest here in the bymaking the existing plants smarter, so that the components and coming years.

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Technology Update How IoT and automation will transform how industries function Technology Update: Internet of Things (IoT) is changing the Management of the overwhelming amounts of data is a primary future of automation engineering and manufacturing. Learn digitization concern. Analysis and distribution of collected the five areas driving IoT and why they’re important. information and data is essential for OEMs to derive predictive models. These models can assist end-users to reduce often costly Development of the Internet of things (IoT) is considered as one of unplanned downtime. Along with the use of cloud, manufacturers the major events in modern day industrial revolution. Digital need to program an interface to read the data and present the most transformation has become inevitable for majority of organizations relevant information for the end user. In this way, engineers can wanting to achieve better productivity and management of collaborate with automation suppliers without prior knowledge of processes and assets. big data.

As companies strive to earn larger market shares, manufacturers How IIoT is transforming manufacturing? and engineers face the challenge of creating innovative machines Increasing cost-effectiveness of cloud technologies, IoT, operations and systems. Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) assist them in and maintenance personnel are turning to IIoT by embedding more providing high-speed and efficient systems in running flexible intelligent controls, sensors, and smart switches. Industries need production processes at affordable prices. Another basic challenge systems that can do predictive analysis and determine the is the integration of these advanced systems for seamless projected time of servicing. Researchers find that such abilities are applications. Design engineers and original equipment manucapable of significantly reducing overall maintenance costs of acturers (OEMs) are using research and development (R&D) to organizations and can reduce breakdowns. develop low cost Organizations are taking keen interest in integrating the three vital elements of business: machinery, robotics, and humanpower.

Traditional manufacturers are adopting the advanced systems to reduce operational efforts and manufacturing costs.

Increasing adoption of supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems has been a sign of growth for traditional manufacturers. Traditional SCADA systems cannot communicate with operations and logistics. This is where industrial IoT becomes invaluable for businesses by moving data gathered beyond SCADA. IIoT can link all aspects of manufacturing, including delivery, operations, sales, and inventory. IIoT connections make the machines more autonomous and most importantly, they can Impact of IoT on automation The IoT has entered the next stage of business, where the focus is coexist with SCADA. This is expected to boost integration and primarily on integration and convergence across industrial eventually replace or integrate data acquisition systems into the verticals, compared to the prior initiation of novel projects. IoT. Businesses are more focused on the value and goals than versatility Global Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) investments will unlock of the connected devices. Advancements taking place in IoT approximately $933.62 billion by 2025, as Grand View Research connected devices, platforms, software, systems, apps, and shows in end-use IIoT, 2016 (%) Courtesy: Grand View Research Inc. connectivity among others is the key factor taken into consideration. It is imperative for the manufacturers to possess or develop instruments and equipment with flexibility in design, movement, reusability, and interconnectivity. Manufacturers increasingly rely on incorporation of subsystems and modular components that can help improve the efficiency and eventually reduce manufacturing costs.

IoT-enhanced manufacturing With applications in healthcare, home automation, and building and construction, IoT has become ubiquitous. The major challenge for manufacturers is to develop smooth communications to enhance capacity and flexibility of actuators, analyzers, and robotics. IoT-enabled industrial automation can offer integration of various commercial technologies across major industrial applications, such as with programmable logic controllers (PLCs).

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Technology Update 1. Security Researchers expect security to be the primary IoT and IIoT concern.

Threats like cyberattacks, data privacy, and data security threats from public and private networks and devices are anticipated to be among major risk factors for industry. Major challenges ahead of the organizations is to keep IIoT devices updated and secured throughout their lifecycles. The key is to enable security patches and system updates for devices that might sometimes have weak security systems and passwords.

2. Data intelligence Increasing efforts to improve digital literacy is one major trend expected to emerge in near future, across the board. Organizations are focused on investing in systems and programs to ensure the right kind of data is collected. Preference for data quality over data quantity is something that manufacturing organizations are careful about. Companies are likely to hire data engineers and data scientists to figure out a way to gauge the capabilities of major cloud service providers with the use of advanced tools.

3. Smart cities Rising demand for connected infrastructure, autonomous technologies, and high precision location services can ensure rapid growth of IoT and for smart cities. This factor is anticipated to boost the adoption of IoT and IIoT and is poised to improve infrastructure services and applications. Integration of these systems can boostaccuracy of services, traffic lights, parking systems, security

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systems, and so on.

4. Business collaborations While innovations like flexible machines and system integration continue, businesses vigorously seek innovation. Most companies are engaging in business collaborations and cooperative partnerships. Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are expected to help organizations develop advanced capabilities and work faster and smarter. Researchers suggest M&A can assist in bringing analytics and digital capabilities under one roof and provide a strong competitive edge to the businesses.

5. Advanced applications Development of advanced applications, predictive maintenance, software upgrades, next generation manufacturing, blockchain (an internet ledger that can be accessed by all parties involved in transactions and that serves as a depository of transactions among involved parties), and autonomous data centers are also expected to positively influence the manufacturing and automation engineering industries for years to come.

Lack of data visibility across most existing businesses remains a hinderance. Data visibility is one of the vital IIoT requirements.

Another problem concerns system upgrade costs. Data gathering and analysis and system upgrades can be extremely expensive and also can disrupt routine operations. Researchers suggest that resolving these challenges can help IIoT reach its potential.

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SMART CONTROLLER FOR SMART HOMES Established in the year 2001, Nesttech India Private limited is reckoned as one of the most trustworthy suppliers and service providers in electronic embedded systems and IT solutions.

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We integrate RF & RFID smart Cards, swipe card, biometrics, modbus, GSM, GPS, TCP, IP, Ethernet, Wi-Fi & bluetooth technology in our product.

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Product Update New Technologies in Instrumentation while receiving greater insight into the facility’s operations, where the measurements were previously too difficult or uneconomical to implement.

Wireless allows process sensors to transmit data to instrumentation without the need for wires. Your processes and facilities will determine what type of wireless technology you can use.

ISA100 technology is a scalable, reliable and secure platform designed for facility operations with the ability to handle one to 500 devices. For example, Yokogawa’s YTMX is a battery-operated, eightchannel ISA100 wireless temperature transmitter designed to measure and transmit temperature points to data-collection and control devices. The unit has a rugged exterior that is explosion proof and can be easily field-mounted on a pipe without the need for a panel. The data is sent to an ISA100 wireless gateway somewhere in the facility – within 600 meters – Control-room instrumentation has come a long way from the days of drag pens on paper chart recorders and manually tuning temperature loops with trim pots. Most of these instruments were large and heavy steel-cased units that performed adequately for that time. Actually, some of these instruments may still be in use in some facilities if they have been well taken care of.

As time marched on, instrumentation became smaller and lighter, constructed of impact-resistant plastic cases and high-density semiconductors. Archiving data was less and less a pen-and-paper activity and more an exercise in manipulating Excel spreadsheets and encrypted data files. Controllers could tune themselves and began implementing basic artificial-intelligence algorithms. With all this new innovation, what is next in the field of instrumentation?

I hope to give you an insight into what the future holds for the instrumentation that you are currently familiar with, at least from a Yokogawa perspective.

which, in turn, makes the data available to a network where control and recording devices can collect it.

The advantage to this type of technology is obvious. There are no wires to run. The reduction of noise due to the wires not being run in a cable tray is a major deal, and the signals are all digital and are not susceptible to noise. Isolation is also a major advantage because there is no physical connection between the instrument and the process. With the long-life lithium thionyl chloride batteries, a year or two can go by without having to replace them, depending on the data rate. Typical applications for this type of device include monitoring the temperature uniformity in a large furnace and sending data to a data recorder or reading temperatures in a multizone tunnel kiln and sending the temperature data to a PLC for control.

Touch Screens Wireless Technology Wireless technology is not something that is typically thought of in heat treating, but as more and more manufacturers are adding wireless solutions and wireless options to their products, this will be something that you will be confronted with soon. The flexibility of wireless solutions enables less investment in infrastructure

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Many changes in instrumentation are being driven by the consumer market. Consumer electronics (specifically smart phones), tablets and point-of-sale retail terminals are dictating what types of HMI displays are being produced. Manufacturers of these types of displays are focusing their production mainly on products for the consumer market. You can’t go anywhere and not see someone buried in their smart phone, swiping and pinching the

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Product Update screen to access the information that they want. For many, this is areas. Laptops that are brought into facilities and connected to the their primary method of interfacing with these devices, and they are control network by vendors, service personnel or employees are quite adept at it. another easy-access point. Thumb drives are one of the most dangerous items to your control network, as they can easily bypass For instrument manufacturers to produce products that will be existing security measures in the plant and simply be connected to relevant to users such as these, they will have to develop products a PC or instrument. Any virus on the data stick now has access to the they are familiar with. Also, to produce products that have any network. longevity and future serviceability, they will have to select displays that are commercially available. These displays are the newer touch Network isolation is something that is not always considered by those designing control networks. Many networks are flat in their screens that give the look and feel of a tablet such as an iPad®. structure, allowing data to pass unrestricted from one unrelated Yokogawa’s Smart DAQ+ is one such device that offers many new system to another. If a problem occurs in a location of the plant, it features, including a smart touch screen. Yokogawa’s new resistive can easily propagate to unrelated systems or remote locations. touch-screen technology can sense swipe, click and drag and allows Firewalls and network switches can provide the isolation needed to two-point pinch for zooming in on critical data. Users can quickly keep the possibility of a threat from spreading too far. This type of enter furnace batch information and text messages with the on- network design should be something your IT department can screen keyboard. Batch runs can also be signed or noted by the implement for you. operator with a stylus pen, just as if they were writing on a paper Sabotage is another way a cyber attack can occur. Simple products chart. One of the major advantages to this type of technology is the such as paper chart recorders, single-loop controllers, indicators intuitive use of the product, which reduces the learning curve of and the like hold very limited information about the networks (IP using this type of instrument and the adoption by staff in using the product. Many people have experience using touch screens on their addresses, subnet masks, default gateways, domain names and DNS cell phones and tablets, and instruments like the Smart DAQ+ server addresses). The damages that can be incurred due to the leak of this type of information are minimal to moderate. This does not become an extension of that. mean that this information should not be protected. With the right Cybersecurity tools and access, a saboteur can reconfigure the instrument or The ability to communicate to the instrumentation installed on the adjust control variables. shop floor is not just a luxury anymore. The need to monitor, control and record process data automatically is now a requirement for you and for customers who are demanding it. But with the convenience of networking your instruments comes the threat of cyber attacks, thus the need for security. In 2010, we in the industrial and process automation fields saw how dangerous the Stuxnet worm was. This malware was designed to spread itself through networked Windows PCs and affect certain PLC manufactures’ hardware and SCADA by reprogramming them with malicious code. This was a wakeup call for many of us. No longer are computer viruses and other malicious programs something we can just leave to the IT department. These viruses now have the ability to access our unprotected control networks and disrupt the equipment controlling our processes.

Instrumentation manufacturers are just now beginning to take this threat seriously by implementing features and procedures for protecting instrumentation. These features may not completely look like the network security your IT department may implement because the goals for security are different. The primary goal of your IT department is to protect sensitive data and proprietary corporate information. The primary goal for a controls engineer is to protect the process and the equipment. To do this effectively, they consider the possibility of intrusion in these areas and take it seriously.

Yokogawa has implemented security features in these types of instruments, such as the UTAdvanced temperature controller, to prevent unauthorized access. Key locks and access passwords are the first line of defense in keeping process and network information inaccessible. A menu lock function restricts access to sensitive network information and removes it from the menu structure so that those who may get past the key lock will not find the network information menu or any other menu information that may be hidden. On the networked side of the controller, write access to the controller can be disabled so no device can make changes to the process without physically going to the unit to do so. Write access can also be limited to certain devices on certain networks while rejecting all other inquiries. This is a controller feature called IP restriction, which is similar to MAC address filtering. A PLC can be given write access to the controller to change its setpoint as long as it has the correct IP address and the request is coming through the expected network gateway. Using these types of measures helps prevent cyber attacks as well as sabotage.

More complicated networked products such as paperless recorders, data-acquisition units and PLCs may have FTP client and SMTP features. The log-in information for the external FTP servers and SMTP servers may be easily available through the setup parameters.

Control networks are full of easy access points – devices that can If a user is able to log in to these instruments, it is possible for them grant access to a potential threat via its network interface. Many PCs to obtain network information that could allow them unauthorized in plants run for extended periods of time with no security updates intrusion into relevant servers. or anti-virus software. This is a must-do for any PC on a corporate Along with the features found on simpler instruments, data network, but many times it is left undone on PCs in the production recorders (e.g., Yokogawa’s DXAdvanced) employ technology like

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Product Update Active Directory. Active Directory is a service created by Microsoft and run on Windows servers that allows networked devices like PCs and data recorders to authenticate and authorize all users that can log in to the network. After logging in, a user’s access level is set. The convenient aspect to this is not only its security, but users can be managed by the network administrator and the log-in credentials can be the same as the user’s PC. The most vulnerable security threat to any network is the people using it. As strange as it may sound, human error can pose a major security threat. The education of your staff members ensures that they have the knowledge and skills to identify possible security threats as well as carry out daily operations in accordance with security guidelines.

Conclusion Technologies are always changing in electronic products, and instrumentation is no different. The main difference between consumer-grade products and industrial products is the life cycle. It is expected that the PC in your office will be replaced within five years, but the instruments on your plant floor may have an expected life of 20 years. When deciding on new instrumentation, it is critical that newer technologies are considered because they may become mainstream in the future.

Selecting products based on price may serve you well for the short term, but when the new technology is commonplace, you may be scrambling to adapt or have to replace the instruments prematurely. IH

Rockwell Automation Announces Next Evolution of its OEM Partner Program Enhanced Program Offers Manufacturers Increased Co- productivity, and can turn mined data into working information Marketing Opportunities, Better Market Planning, and capital. OEM Partners embrace this thinking and use Rockwell Automation technology and expertise to bring it to life.”

Improved Customer Engagement MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), the world’s largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, today announced the next evolution of its global Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Partner Program. The enhanced offering now provides increased market access opportunities, simplification, and standardized product alignment for manufacturers, enabling participants to fully leverage Rockwell Automation technology.

Aagard, an American-based engineering company that builds custom packaging automation systems, has been an OEM Partner for eight years.

“Rockwell Automation’s OEM Program has opened up many strategic opportunities, both from a technology perspective as well as identifying new unfilled niches with end-users.” said Jason Norlien, vice president of technical sales at Aagard. “Rockwell Automation has proven to be a true partner and our brand Rockwell Automation works with OEMs (also referred to as association has positioned ourselves as a premier player in the Machine and Equipment Builders) across the globe to design, packaging sector offering real value to customers.” develop, and deliver innovative equipment with Rockwell Automation solutions. Those OEMs that show a commitment to use Throne notes that the OEM Partner Program has continued to Rockwell Automation offerings across their portfolio, and then evolve based on both the evolving needs of customers and program effectively partner to create innovative solutions for their participant feedback. Enhancements to the program include: customers are recognized as OEM Partners. The OEM Partner Co-Marketing & Information Sharing. A robust co-marketing Program is designed to better align customers to partners and foster platform for OEM customers to utilize information, industry case increased innovation through Rockwell Automation’s technology studies, and successes with products to benefit the community at and domain expertise. large. Training and key industry plays have been added to increase First established in 2010, the OEM Partner Program now includes the value of the co-marketing between OEM Partners and their almost 3,300 manufacturers worldwide. The latest evolution of the customers, further formalizing business alignment. program builds on the successful technical-driven relationship between Rockwell Automation and its member companies, and Elevated Level of Support. Increased technical resources and supply now incorporates even greater alignment to better position OEMs chain alignment, in addition to discounts and rebates that enable OEM Partners to create differentiation and overcome business as delivery partners of Rockwell Automation products. challenges.

“The right OEM is critical to the success of a manufacturing operation,” said Dan Throne, OEM manager for North America at The enhanced OEM Partner Program is now open for enrollment in Rockwell Automation.“Customers need innovative machines that North America, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. easily integrate into their operations. They require flexible and Enrollment for the Latin America region will be available in the first efficient equipment that increases business agility, optimizes quarter of 2021.

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Industrial News Industrial Automation: Manufacturing, Heat Treating and Data Analytics It is an interesting time to say the least. Worldwide impact on Data manufacturing will be measured in years from the COVID-19 Caption-2-SikaSeal-Antiflutter-wide Sensor and control technpandemic. ology provide amazing insight into equipment health, operational efficiencies, costs and quality. The aftermath of the coronavirus will have manufacturers and heat treaters looking at data analytics to address all areas of their processes.

Most companies today have equipment that provides some level of process repeatability and proof of process through data acquisition and automated controls. This can be found in electronic data recording, recipe control and automated equipment (Fig. 2). Most heat treaters today have electronic information at their fingertips for validation of the thermal treatment performed on the parts they are running. Many recognize the value in that data – not only as a step to ensure the process and meet a quality objective but also as a chance to gain operational benefits. These opportunities come in many different areas, but most companies are taking advantage of managing workflow, maximizing resources and preventive Companies are trying to establish the new normal for working maintenance. environments – whether that involves work-from-home employees, creating safe work spaces on the shop floor or business interactions A common problem with data is having it in too many locations through voice and video conferencing. We have been hearing much without a centralized view. This could be at the equipment level, about the broken supply chain as the pandemic impacted different department level or a result of different computer systems. The goal regions of the world at different times and at varying degrees. should be creating a synchronized operation with a holistic view as opposed to these data “silos.” Shared information creates more With this heightened awareness of supply-chain disruption, widely relevant and readily available information as opposed to remote workforce and fewer workers on the shop floor, will the move relying on a single source of information addressing a small piece of to industrial automation and data analytics happen at a quicker the puzzle. pace? You could easily say the shift in manufacturing to automation and data analytics has been happening for years because of the Spreadsheets are a perfect example of silos of data. In many cases a competitive labor markets in the U.S. due to low levels of spreadsheet requires data entry, where someone transcribes unemployment. summarized data for information that is important to that person or their supervisor. The downside is lack of visibility and usefulness What does that mean for heat treat? How is the Industrial Internet to others for proper decision-making. of Things (IIoT) and Manufacturing 4.0 positively influencing our industry? This is a small slice in the projected $300 billion market of If you are using a spreadsheet today, challenge yourself or those industrial automation, but it will no doubt impact the heat-treating using the spreadsheet to have the systems in place (SCADA – industry. supervisory control and data acquisition, MES – management execution system, ERP – enterprise resource management) to

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Industrial News automatically provide the data in a meaningful format derived from collected data. You immediately ensure a “one version of the truth” for data, reduced labor for data entry and a holistic view across the organization. Using a SCADA system, you can look at statistical data for control analysis for QA, equipment downtime, pyrometry activities by equipment and time between loads. With this type of analysis, evaluation for future equipment, labor and spare parts can be derived, leading to better analysis for that operation.

business if the right information can be segregated out and mined properly for the right individual.

“From a very high level, data analytics is about productivity when we boil it down. Data analytics has the ability to expose flaws and inefficiencies in everything from actual thermal processing to plant operations if the data is visualized the correct way,” said Clifford Bateman, lead technical developer at Super Systems. “The first frontier in thermal processing that I see data analytics being With the SCADA systems as the foundation of plant-wide data (Fig. implemented has been in preventive asset maintenance and 1), more and more people are either finding or being forced to do calibrations.” more with the information available to them. The same tools can provide a heartbeat of the operation and the health of equipment. Opportunities for preventive maintenance are abundant when it There is tremendous value in collected information that the day-to- comes to instrumentation and sensors. Controllers are smarter day user may not look at. Technology becomes a major driver of this today, doing the mining for individuals and making suggestions on because the cost of capturing data is insignificant along with the what might be happening. That can come in the form of historical number of sensors available that allow for SCADA systems to trends moving away from a baseline, sudden deviations from capture, display and store information. statistical norms, and counters and timers of activities, to name a few. The key is providing the right subset of data to the right individual to make a decision that ensures uptime of equipment and maximizes performance and quality.

Sensors Many thermal applications ensure – through periodic maintenance – that gas-fired burners are operating in a range that maximizes burner efficiencies, which reduces and eliminates dangerous emissions. Using sensor and monitoring systems provides realtime data with alarming to ensure burners are at peak performance.

This leads to a reduction in recovery time (more loads), increase in fuel efficiency, consistent temperature uniformity and longer equipment life.

With digital transformation well underway on the shop floor, there now is a greater emphasis on integration between the shop floor and the back office. With communication protocol standards and interface “hooks” between separate systems, data is easily shared when and where it makes sense. Application program interfaces (APIs) are commonplace with software today to allow systems to provide accessibility across multiple operational and technological levels.

Many sensors are used to monitor the health of the equipment today. Much of the existing equipment can be fitted with sensors that provide insight to operational health. Using PLCs or microprocessors acting as data concentrators, data can be interrogated and provide immediate feedback for action. Ideal configurations allow for warning in advance of failures. Equipment temperature, vibration, logic counters and frequency monitors are just a few of the sensors utilized for the predictive planning used by Mobile applications and ERP systems will use APIs to gather, share controls and SCADA systems with the goal of eliminating and update information across platforms (Fig. 3). This sharing of unplanned downtime on critical equipment. information eliminates silos of information. We have seen customers use data at the SCADA level to provide operational and “Most equipment that does not have modern instrumentation and customer order information to MES systems, leading to increased sensors can be updated with the latest technology to take advantage operational visibility for reporting and enhanced customer service of software and control applications,” said Chris Davidson, senior with job-status and delivery notifications. project engineer at Super Systems. “In the near future, I see and have seen most big corporations and smaller leading-edge companies At the ground level, shop-floor data is gathered by discrete sensors, accumulated by multiple pieces of equipment and then centrally investing in sensor technology in a variety of applications, such as stored for real-time and historical review. There are thousands of pressure, force, vibration, level, power, etc. combined with software data points being logged and, in many cases, millions of points over and artificial intelligence to start creating better tools to not only the course of a day. The amount of data that is actually being used is increase and monitor efficiencies but determine deficiencies in the a small subset, but there is tremendous value to all areas of the equipment or operations.”

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Industrial News Artificial Intelligence

and management, AI has the potential to not only expose flaws and inefficiencies but also provide and implement solutions tailored for How does artificial intelligence (AI) make its way to the heatthe individual company. We are constantly using field experience treating industrial automation market? There will be many views where individuals make actionable decisions and build that into on the existence and progression to AI in our market. Regardless of our software and controls.” the level of sophistication, data and computing are the foundation for making this happen, and both are in place on the factory floor.

This article previously discussed deviations from baselines and alarming or warning of this occurrence. The simplest view of AI in heat treating is letting the instrumentation perform some of the tasks that we rely on individuals to do based on data the system gathers over time. An argument can be made that there is some level of AI built into the automated controls and equipment based on microprocessor decision-making from current and historical sensor technology. You also see decisions or learning based on historical data or simulation for future processes that are in play in heat treating today.

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“In regard to our industry of thermal-processing and heat-treating solutions, AI gives us the ability to make previous aspects of plant operations smarter,” Bateman said. “From maintenance to processes and everything in between, including plant operations

The industrial automation market undoubtedly will continue to grow, and the heat-treating industry will reap the advantages, which include lower operating costs and wastage, reduction in human error, efficient manufacturing, synchronization of procedures and quality production. The advancements of sensor technology and computing power provide the foundation for better and automated decision-making, and the heat-treat community has this in place today.

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A built-in DC OK contact and DC OK/Overload LED indicator are common on both series. The RHINO PSD series, with built-in LCD display, gives users the ability to verify output current, output voltage, peak hold current, lifetime expectancy, and ambient temperature data.

Built-in active PFC (power factor correction) is up to 96% efficient, and the full power temperature rating is -25°C to +60°C @ 5,000m (16,400 ft.). RHINO PRO series power supplies from Automation Direct start at $89.00 and have a three-year warranty.

New RHINO PRO (DIN Rail Performance Series) PSN and PSD series switching power supplies are available in single-phase and 3phase input units and feature universal AC input voltage range (1phase units), a built-in constant current circuit for charging applications (3-phase units), and a power boost of 150% for up to 7 seconds.

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Solution Update Proper Instrumentation Monitoring Increases Process Efficiency And Membrane Life In Reverse Osmosis Processes In the wastewater, desalination, semiconductor, pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry in particular, water quality cannot be compromised. The sustained success of the final product requires consistent process measurement precision.

Of paramount interest in (RO) is the total cost for the complete product cycle, as well as possible strategies to guarantee seamless quality control. This requires integrated solutions like those provided by Bürkert Fluid Control Systems.

They provide component level products such as pneumatic or solenoid isolation valves, flow measurement devices, conductivity, pH and ORP transmitters and controllers and implementation of complete cost-efficient control system solutions.

Proper process monitoring allows a plant to run with minimal operator intervention therefore increasing the cost savings of a Key Elements For Quality And Efficiency typical water purification system. Contributed by Burkert Proper Instrumentation Monitoring Increases Process Efficiency Scaling, fouling and oxidation are the natural enemies of reverse And Membrane Life In Reverse Osmosis Processes osmosis (RO) Nano-filtration (NF) systems in water processing To produce high-purity water for food, pharmaceutical or laboratory units—RO and NF are used in many areas, from drinking water, purposes, the fluid has to undergo a complicated purification treatment to desalination of seawater, waste-water treatment all process. the way to semiconductor, food and pharmaceutical industry.

Pre-treatment processes are essential to ensure all oxidizing agents, Proper process monitoring and control of critical parameters such as pH, ORP, conductivity, flow, temperature and differential organic or inorganic fouling contaminants and scale compounds pressure can provide advanced warning and protection of a scaling, are eliminated or at least minimised in order to increase the systems total efficiency and lower overall operating costs. fouling or chemically attacked RO element.

Preventing RO/NF excessive buildup of these contaminants can be accomplished with proper instrumentation and control processes set in place.

If these early warnings are ignored, the membrane may be damaged beyond the point that chemical cleaning can restore the system back to its original operating efficiency.

With the latest range of multifunctional analytical instruments and broad range of switches, transmitters and valves, Bürkert Fluid Control Systems provides intelligent technology that protects membranes, enhances process efficiency, and lowers operating and chemical costs.

Proper process monitoring also allows the plant to run with minimal operator intervention therefore increasing the cost savings of a typical water purification system.

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Solution Update ORP It is critical to ensure all chlorine or other oxidizing chemicals are removed prior to the feed point of a thin film composite reverse osmosis plant. If left unchecked, these chemicals could physically attack the polyamide membrane and result in significantly lower water quality due to the influx of dissolved salt. This type of damage is non repairable and could result in high replacement costs. pH The perfect pH for RO membranes lay within a slightly acidic environment between five and six. This pH prevents the formation of carbonates and for some cellulose acetate membranes, hydrolysis effects. A deviation from set values automatically triggers a digital dosing pump that adds acid to the RO feed water. This prevents the formation and precipitation of calcium carbonate crystals on an RO membrane which can result in significantly reduced recovery as well as lower water quality.

Conductivity Conductivity of feed water is one of the key factors for plant recovery rate or flux of the membrane used in reverse osmosis systems.

Osmotic pressure increases with conductivity and reduces the efficiency of a system at the same given pressure and temperature. It is important to be able to identify changes in product water production due to feed conductivity fluctuations.

Only an efficient process control system that groups and regulates all parameters such as flow rate, temperature, pH/ORP, conductivity and pressure can produce real advantages in performance and efficiency.

Multifunctional Control System Proper Instrumentation Monitoring Increases Process Efficiency And Membrane Life In Reverse Osmosis Processes A multifunctional control system, like Bürkert’s multi-parameter controller multiCELL 8619, automates the control of process variables in water treatment systems.

In some cases the controller was able to reduce control and measuring instrumentation costs to almost half. Simple Temperature monitoring and control functions, as well as the gathering of data, Membrane flux or the amount of water that permeates through an are integrated in a compact and easily configurable control unit RO membrane is also directly influenced by temperature. The with a display. higher the temperature, the higher the flux rate at a given Sophisticated electronics and state of the art control algorithms conductivity and pressure. The converse is also true. ensure that optimum process control is maintained at all times Pressure with minimal operator intervention and achieving highest quality.

RO performance directly depends on feed pressure. Comparative Thanks to full support of the Modbus TCP, PROFINET (Conformmeasurements and trending of feed, permeate, concentrate and ance Class B) or EtherNet/IP, the 8619 can be integrated into most inter-stage pressures ensures that the system is working at full Industrial Ethernet environments. capacity. Monitoring pressure differentials also helps the operator identify potential first stage fouling or second stage scaling Therefore all important process values like measurement data, problems. process diagnostics or device status can be easily integrated into the automation system.

Flow Rate Measured by either a magnetic or paddle flow meter, the percent recovery of the RO system is also a key parameter in determining system health. % Recovery is determined by calculating the percent of the total feed flow that becomes product water or permeate. An increase or decrease of this value at the same given conductivity, temperature and pressure, could be an early indicator of a chemically attacked, scaling or fouling membrane.

Cost Efficient Control System Proper Instrumentation Monitoring Increases Process Efficiency And Membrane Life In Reverse Osmosis Processes Individual measurements alone will not increase the cost efficiency of the process, even though the latest two-in-one devices like the pH/ORP-transmitters/controllers create synergy on the measurement side.

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Solution Update An example of % recovery is the relationship between total feed flow As a result, operators can keep a constant eye on multiple and product or permeate flow. A typical brackish water system distributed systems easily & safely. Downtime is reduced, while performance is increased and the permeate quality maintained. could operate at 75 percent-85 percent.

If this value decreases during the course of the process, the control Trend Analysis Enables Preventive Maintenance. unit monitors and data logs every single parameter that is necessary The system uses trend analysis to enable early detection of for fault analysis. membrane breakage. Trend reports can be separately created for The initial focus is on pH, then on conductivity, temperature and every pressure vessel and therefore provides information about the pressure. Typically, if all parameters are within the control range, membrane integrity of the individual pressure vessels. but performance of the membranes are still falling short of the nominal value, the issue can be narrowed to a scaling or fouling Problems can then be quickly localised to avoid production event. interruptions. Incorporation into the plant-specific commThis can also be quickly differentiated by appropriate monitoring unications system, the Profinet/Profibus, Ethernet/IP, Modbus points. If a higher pressure drop occurs at the first stage, the reason TCP/IP, EtherCAT, CC-Link IE, CANopen interfaces are available for is most often due to colloidal or bio-fouling. A pressure drop IIOT/ Industry 4.0 integration for remote access of data from increase at the second stage generally indicates an elevated mineral desktop to mobility devices. level or scaling occurrence.

The permeate monitoring system consists of type 0127 solenoid To maximise cost efficiency, a self-contained multifunctional unit valve, 2/2-way or 3/2-way valve which is ideal for use in lab, medical can be used to track and log multiple process points simultaneously. and analysis technology.

Flexible And Scalable Membrane Integrity Test System

The rocker technology that actuates the separating membrane To support high productivity of RO and NF systems, Bürkert Fluid between the drive and the fluid has set standards.

Control Systems has developed a flexible and scalable membrane The valve, which features protection type IP54 as well as high integrity test system. resistance to chemicals, controls even minimal volumes with very Each pressure vessel is connected via tubing to the system. high precision. The temperature generated by the coil is minimal, as Individual valves control which pressure vessel is being sampled. is the internal volume. The valves feature excellent flushability, This automates the sampling of water from each pressure vessel and with practically no dead zone. allows conductivity to be measured and logged quickly & safely.

Conclusion Other parameters such as turbidity, pH value, sulphate and chlorine content can be added if required. No more climbing up to each Depending on the complexity of the RO/NF process, state-of-the-art pressure vessel to take manual samples, no more manual data measurement and control systems ranging from relatively simple logging. transmitters/controllers to powerful multifunctional control If pre-set limit values are exceeded, an alarm can be triggered boards, enhance process efficiency and increase the durability of immediately. More frequent sampling is then triggered for the process technology. They also reduce the costs for control and measuring instruments. affected vessel.

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Product Update Robotic Finishing Systems In this article, Arcos introduces the new robotic finishing systems, developed to allow companies to leverage this change to lower internal costs, increase revenue and outpace the competition.

belts for automatic transport, alternative machining centres with multifunction robots, units for washing or drilling and any other necessary element, existing or specially designed and created, for the required processing.

Each robotic cell is built with the best and reliable safety systems, in fact, it also has soundproofed and aspirated protection cabins, while the supervision of the machine work is entrusted to the HMI – Human Machine Interface system, i.e. via display, control panels , computer etc.

Thanks to the collaboration between the engineers, the designers and the customer, Arcos studies and designs the robotic programming of the production cycle and creates highly customized robotic cells integrated with the customer’s production reality. This versatility makes robotic cells the most requested and suitable solution for industry 4.0.

The industrial ecosystem is experiencing an incredible transition due to the advent of industry 4.0. Companies are now realizing how necessary it is to adapt to the new modern paradigms, thanks to the introduction of new technologies and the advancement of increasingly demanding and attentive markets to production methods.

Arcos rotary tables are designed for machining metal objects with not very complex geometries, but which require a significant increase in productivity. Thanks to the work units organized around a rotary table and to the simultaneous processing of the working phases, a significant reduction in the cycle time is obtained compared to that carried out manually. They differ in continuous This fourth industrial revolution requires companies to have an rotary tables and Indexed – CNC Rotary table. intensive and greater production than the previous ones, but at the same time able to respect the available resources by reducing waste. The first one are made to be able to work autonomously and with For this reason, robotic systems have become the symbol of this ease of use thanks to the continuous rotation of the table and its change: their ability to reproduce human work and to guarantee workpiece holders: the cleaning units placed around the table are identical and repeatable results over time, allows not only to designed according to the need for finishing and equipped with increase daily production, but also to eliminate waste due to errors several axes with electrical or controlled movement. in manual processing. In fact, robotic systems are increasingly used The second one are suitable for more complex and precise to replicate those jobs done manually, which are not very rewarding processing but still require high productivity, although slightly and alienating, such as finishing surfaces. lower than continuous ones. In this case, the rotary table has a In this article, Arcos introduces the new robotic finishing systems, rotation in several phases, in jerks, to allow more precise machining. developed to allow companies to leverage this change to lower It is possible to equip the work unit with CNC or CN control to carry out more complex applications, that is through numerical control internal costs, increase revenue and outpace the competition. machines that speed up and make processing more precise.

SURFACE FINISHING ACCORDING TO ARCOS Polishing, grinding, satin finishing and deburring are the main processes for which Arcos has specialized and for which it has designed specific automated machines. The technologies developed

by Arcos for surface finishing are all characterized by the possibility of being customized according to the production purpose.

The reliability and versatility of Arcos machines has merged with the needs of the most important industrial markets such as aeronautics, automotive, energy, Oil and Gas, medical, and luxury more generally, and as a response, robotic cells and rotary tables of Arcos.

The robotic cells are units which inside there is a robotic arm that grabs, processes and moves the piece. Depending on the needs, can be installed units equipped for the necessary finishes, rotating tables for the manual loading-unloading of the pieces or conveyor

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Product Update IN CONCLUSION Thanks to the introduction of intelligent machines in factories, countless benefits can now be found for the company that installs them, starting with the ability to obtain all the information necessary in real time to overcome any production impasse.

Furthermore, the more the machines are interconnected, the higher will be their ability to communicate and prevent malfunctions. This is why Arcos designs its machines and systems in order that they can be integrated with other existing systems or subsequently installed.

remote assistance service, from its installation to any unforeseen emergency.

Arcos has developed robotic cells and rotary tables to allow safe production both in terms of numerical productivity and for the health of operators who will no longer have to work in contact with potentially dangerous equipment. Thanks to these machines it will be possible to obtain precise and replicable results quickly over time and although the robotic activity requires a high initial budget, there is a tangible and high yield return on investment.

To facilitate optimal integration of robotics within the production process, Arcos offers a training service aimed on the skills and needs of the team that will have to work in contact with the machine and take care of its operation. In addition, it offers an in-person and

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Solution Update How Will IoT Impact Supply Chain Management In 2021? temperature, speed of movement, handling, and other environmental factors. They come in several form factors including smart devices, RFID chips, and mobile sensors.

In this article, we present to you some of the most prominent effects of the IoT supply chain revolution.

Enhanced Operational Responsiveness & Hands-on Maintenance

Whether you run a transportation company, managing a warehouse, or you are a shipping company, your success depends greatly on infrastructure. Now, that another sub-branch of IoT known as IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) has emerged, it combines all the assets such as electric forklifts and delivery trucks, HVAC systems, robotic sorting mechanisms, into a single network of The term "IoT" or "Internet of Things" is widely used in tandem with connected devices. supply chain management. Several industries are facing a lot of This lets companies gather real-time data related to mechanical challenges and limitations concerning supply chain management and electronic assets. Consequently, any action can be taken before (SCM). SCM includes all those management activities related to the a machine/part stops working. This hands-on maintenance reduces flow of goods in an organization - from the procurement time of raw downtime and enhances production. For example, when sensors materials to distribution of finished product to the final consumer are placed inside a conveyor belt, they'll rapidly pick up and notify to make sure the costs are minimized. The supply chain activities truck drivers about any apprehensive vibrations in the truck tires so cover everything from product development to logistics, including they can fix it before it can wear out. Such a mechanism will lead us sourcing, inventory and warehouse management, production and to fewer interruptions and delays, and business keeps functioning manufacturing, transportation, and shipping. even when something goes erroneous.

Yet, a lot of challenges are faced by supply chain management Running retail stores with IoT regarding supply chain management. A few of the challenges are: Customer movement and behavior in retail stores can be monitored • Ineffective supply chain risk management by combining RFID-tagged products with closed-circuit TV • Inefficient stock handling cameras. The store that's connected can trace how shoppers move • Improper data handling from aisle to aisle that could provide insight into buying behavior.

• Lack of visibility of assets With the information on buying behavior, the retailers would be • Transportation/logistic mismanagement provided with user-specific deals, streamlining operations, and To overcome these challenges, IoT has proved to be one of the planning dynamic pricing. upcoming optimal solutions. So, what is IoT? For those who aren't aware of it, IoT is a network of electronic devices connected by a By making appropriate arrangements of manpower and stock, the wireless network that can be accessed digitally from anyplace. overall retail operations can be streamlined by the shopper-centric "Things" here refer to objects that have been assigned an IP address movement data. and can collect and transfer data over a network without any Smarter Freight Stowage intervention or manual assistance. It's estimated that the total global worth of IoT technology could reach up to $6.2 trillion by We usually go to a shop and buy a product without knowing how many various stages it goes through before it reaches the store from 2025. where you've purchased from. The supply chain manager holds the The prospective for applying IoT in supply chain management is complete responsibility to make sure all the cartons inside the huge. It enables better control over the logistics and helps objects to containers reach their destination starting from factory to communicate properly. It can bring in smart ways of managing warehouse to shipping containers, at the right time and that too in things and process efficiency. It also contributes to real-time good condition. This might be easy to say than doing it. visibility of inventory which brings transparency to an organization.

IoT will not only facilitate SCM with real-time visibility wherein You can easily achieve this goal using technologies like IoT, machine managers can track inventory at any given point of time, but also, learning, and big data analytics. The advanced warehouse management systems can make freight decisions, while robots are will allow mobile computing in SCM. used to separate products that reduce human error in the process.

The IoT devices use sensors to assess particular features of the world around them, like humidity, light levels, location, movement, Automatic Defect Detection

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Solution Update Identifying and eliminating defects, conducting standard inspections used to be an intimidating task but not anymore.

Technology has taken over the human factor and automated this process to reduce the risk of human errors. Most of the companies are already utilizing artificial intelligence to drive out defective products before it reaches their last stage. This would not only improve the safety of the products but is also a great move from an efficiency point of view.

Demand Forecasting Companies in the past didn't have smart tools that can provide them with useful insights to make better decisions. Of late, companies are using their database and the information they have to set up new routes and extend their reach by opening up new distribution centers. All the information from preferences, customer purchase history, and even expected future purchases are taken into account and make sure there's an efficient flow of products on their shipping routes. This data is obtained from

sensors placed in your stores. Few companies even gather data from repair shops and manufacturers to get a better idea about how customers interact with their products and areas of service improvements they need to focus on.

Challenges of using IoT in the Supply Chain There might be enormous benefits of using IoT in the supply chain. But knowing about the challenges of using IoT in the supply chain is equally important.

IoT devices rely on good network connectivity to work well. They need to be able to send their positions to GPS satellites and other types of IoT devices may need Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or some other connectivity. They would not work as effectively in areas with lots of electrical or radio frequency interference. They also rely on being installed and powered properly. They should only be attached, handled, or removed by trained people. Besides, the IoT devices can be easily damaged if they're not used correctly. So, it's also important to use the right IoT for the right job.

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Leading robotics and automation specialists, RMGroup, prides itself in offering its customers the best service and support Typically with a service contract in place, their customers will provision throughout the UK. benefit from a 24/7 rapid response, UK-wide technical support and Consisting of a network of highly trained mechanical, electrical and preventative maintenance visits to suit, including testing and control systems engineers, the Newtown-based manufacturer advice on programming, fault-finding and diagnostics. maintains that, even while adhering to current coronavirus All RMGroup engineers are multi-skilled and have extensive restrictions, it can respond to any service or support requirement knowledge of all makes and models of packaging machinery, across the length and breadth of the country in the shortest possible robotics, wrappers and weighers – they can also assist with other lead time. RMGroup’s service engineer locations are based at: makes of equipment if required.

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For additional reassurance and peace of mind, RMGroup provide From their 50,000 sq.ft. mid-Wales factory, RMGroup designs, free remote monitoring equipment as standard on all of their highmanufactures and supplies a wide range of manual and automatic end products. packaging machinery, packaging systems and robotic automation to a customer base spanning food & beverage, horticultural, As an internet based remote access tool, RMGroup’s eWON system aggregates, chemicals and agricultural industries. The company’s allows the company to remotely monitor customers’ equipment, service packages cover a wide-ranging toolbox of support options thereby having the ability to diagnose and respond to any and can be configured to suit customers’ equipment and breakdowns or problems that may affect the customer and cause expensive downtime. requirements.

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Industrial News 5 Automation Trends In heavy manufacturing operations, VEO Robotics is attempting to use machine vision to allow millions of industrial robots that are currently fenced off in factories to work safely around people.

Vision also is enabling advances in driverless cars, drones, and even in shopping, with the advent of stores like Amazon Go. 3. New Applications for Robotics Enabled by AI Solutions leveraging the power of artificial intelligence (AI) are already paying off in automation and manufacturing. AI—in many shapes and forms—will be the stitching that weaves together a new age of industry. We expect to see many advances in the year ahead, especially related to robotics.

Machine learning software can help robotic systems adapt to their 1. Increased Use of Autonomous Mobile Robots in Manu- work environments, rather than designing every aspect of the facturing and Logistics environment and processes to suit the limitations of the machines.

These advances will enhance both productivity and safety, and lead Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) are the latest innovation that to more applications involving true collaboration between humans have been transforming traditional robot tasks through increased and robots. flexibility and diversified applications, including their unique ability to navigate in an uncontrolled environment with a higher With more and more connected systems featuring advanced sensor level of understanding. Companies in every industry are technology, AI can identify patterns in the data that are associated investigating how AMRs can help them, as evidenced by the sold- with breakdowns and other mechanical issues. This data will drive out Autonomous Mobile Robot Conference our trade association predictive applications, where AI can detect patterns that indicate a sponsored in 2019 in Louisville, KY. Our next event will be on June 9, robot needs maintenance soon. It can automatically alert engineers 2020, in Boston. to take necessary steps towards repairing a machine before it breaks As ecommerce expands, there’s a greater need for rapid fulfillment. down, saving companies costly downtime. AI-powered analysis of It’s hard for companies like Amazon and Walmart to hire enough this data could also help businesses optimize their processes to people to ensure consumers get their products on time, especially improve quality and reduce waste. during the holiday season. The growing demand can’t be met without automating. AMRs also keep the supply chain moving faster in manufacturing facilities, and are playing an increasing role in retail environments for tasks like shelf scanning and floor cleaning.

We also see machine learning being used by robots to teach themselves how to perform tasks more successfully. Ultimately these advances will lead to robots sharing that knowledge via the cloud, allowing robots to learn from each other, which will improve the effectiveness of robot technology and speed deployment.

The Robotic Industries Association (RIA) is developing a new standard to address all aspects related to the safety of people around AMRs: the R15.08 American National Standard for Industrial Mobile Robots and Robot Systems – Safety Requirements, to be released in 2020.

2. Expanded Use of Machine Vision Traditionally, machine vision was thought of as primarily a technology for tasks like inspection and identification. However, vision now plays an expanding role in all fields, enabling all sorts of interesting new applications.

Embedded vision is bringing a whole new range of capabilities to existing products, combining both image capture and image processing into one device. Embedded systems are lightweight, consume lower amounts of energy, feature lean designs, and create 4. Grasping Advances opportunities for new functionality, making them perfect for integration with existing systems, as well as products such as End effectors are the ultimate touchpoint for every product or part that goes out the door. Hardware and software advances enable mobile phones and computers.

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Industrial News safer, closer human-robot collaboration, ease of use, and flexibility often the entry point for new robotics users. Collaborative for handling a wide variety of shapes and sizes. applications are encouraging more small and medium sized companies to automate—companies who have never automated To date, the challenge has been developing gripping solutions that before and see these specialized applications as an opportunity. are fast, don’t require lots of training, and can be used on any product, even ones the robot hasn’t seen before. Great progress is From small job shops to major aerospace companies, new uses for being made in this area, in part due to the advances in machine collaborative robots are popping up. These robots hold the promise vision and AI discussed earlier. of being easy-to-use, quick to set up and deploy, low cost, and safe for people to work around (meaning less floor space is needed and Improvements in gripping enable robots to handle products of all reduced investment in systems integration and safeguarding). kinds, including frozen bakery items, fruits and vegetables, and parts for consumer electronics, just to name a few. This leads to the While it’s often the case that speed, payload, and other issues lead use of robots in areas they’ve rarely or never been used before, such users to choose a more traditional robot application, the fact is as food processing, agriculture, mobile manipulation in collaborative robot applications have been disruptive to the warehouses, and ultimately, in our homes, perhaps. industry and likely will continue to be going forward. According to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), collaborative robots 5. Continued Growth of Collaborative Robot Applications make up just 3% of the current installed robot base around the Collaborative robot applications are gaining in popularity, and are world, but are likely the fastest growing segment of new robot sales.

The rise of the PAC A programmable automation controller (PAC) is an open control These platforms are ‘open’ in that other devices and systems can platform that supports and integrates multiple automation communicate with them via industrial networks with ‘open’ disciplines, typically logic and motion control, but also other protocols such as Profinet and EtherNet/IP. functions.

In the 1990s, we also saw the dawn of industrial software, which has The term PAC is often used as a synonym for a programmable logic been transforming automation solutions ever since. Microsoft controller (PLC), but there are some important differences. A Windows-based visualization software was added to PLC solutions programmable automation controller (PAC) is an open control and antiquated CRT terminals were replaced by LCD operator platform that supports and integrates multiple automation panels with touchscreens. Manufacturing execution systems (MES) disciplines, typically logic and motion control, but also other software also emerged as a layer between the PLC and enterprise functions. A common tag database to which all devices have access software. ties the platform together.

A software explosion Developed in the 1960s as a replacement for hard-wired relay The past two decades have witnessed an explosion in the market for systems, the PLC quickly became the machine control workhorse of industry software. Product lifecycle management (PLM) software in factories around the world. Designed initially to solve bit-logic, brings together the worlds of product and process design and PLC capabilities grew rapidly over the decades – Integer and simulation, helping significantly to shorten time-to-market with floating-point variables were added together with high-level the introduction of the digital twin, a software rendition of a mathematical operations, and a slew of hardware modules were product or production equipment that accompanies the ‘real thing’ introduced to address specific manufacturing tasks, from weighfrom design through operation. Today, the PLC is well integrated in scales through to machine vision. Five PLC programming languages the design process and PLM software can even generate PLC code were standardized under IEC 61131-3, and industrial networks automatically. started the trend to connected machines.

Plant-floor software typically runs on industrial PCs (IPCs), According to ARC market research, PACs now make up nearly tworuggedized versions of their office brethren that can be installed on thirds of the $12 billion PLC market, and this segment is growing the plant-floor close to the process. As more data are collected, faster than traditional PLCs. stored and processed locally, PLCs and IPCs are now often So, why did the PAC become so popular? One reason is that when a integrated into the same chassis. vendor launches a new product today, it is much more likely to be a Alongside this journey, other devices for machine control, such as PAC than a traditional PLC. Machine builders and end users no motion controllers quickly evolved and needed to be integrated longer want to spend time making dissimilar systems, instead with PLCs, so a marriage of the two became inevitable. With the preferring to buy integrated solutions. Today, most large and many launch in the late 1990s of new PLC platforms, the term PAC was small controllers qualify as PACs. Only low-cost micro and nano coined by Craig Resnik, an ARC analyst, to define this new concept. controllers are still considered to be PLCs.

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Product Update Robotics and Automation Push Further Into Manufacturing Industry leaders partner to bring innovation and push auto- Additionally, batteries can last for months or even years, but the mation even further into the world of manufacturing, but how time and cost associated with recharging or replacing should be are they achieving this? added into any wireless solutions estimates.

Collaborative environments in manufacturing are expanding.

According to SME, “More than 2.4 million industrial robots are currently operating in global factories. Between 2020 and 2022, another almost 2 million new industrial robots will be installed.”

Industrial robots and automation might not be right for everyone.

Real-time monitoring devices can provide data that could offer enough insight on how to proceed with a digital transformation plan. In some cases, no additional automation was necessary to meet production goals.

Robotic Automation in Manufacturing Some small to medium-sized companies may not have the volume Sensors and monitoring devices are often just the first steps. Next, or resources to gain an attractive ROI from advanced technologies. determine how to use data to drive operations and business goals.

In the beginning, automation was expensive and often served a single purpose.

Today, robotics and automation equipment has become more flexible and can provide additional value with feedback and precise motor controls. To find cost-effective solutions, find affordable off the shelf equipment that is flexible to handle multiple tasks or be modified to fit different applications.

The demand for flexibility in automation has led many companies to move from proprietary to open-source hardware and software.

This doesn’t lock a company into being forced to use a specific technology or OEM. However, open-source doesn’t mean using However, robotics and automation companies are producing easier different equipment and software will be as easy as putting together to program, faster to integrate, leasing options, and other Legos. opportunities to increase automation accessibility. The following Companies Partner to Promote Collaborative Automation will look at some trends in automation and robotics that are Solutions expanding this technology in manufacturing.

To promote more collaborative solutions, companies are forming Connected Monitoring their own platform solutions and partnering with other Many companies have shifted from asking, “How do I benefit from stakeholders. For example, in 2019, B&R merged its motion control automation?” to, “How do I get started with automation?” While with ABB’s robotics. some solutions have a high barrier to entry, there are more ways to automate than using robotics and actuators to reduce labor or increase production.

There are cost-effective automated monitoring devices that can positively affect production by getting the right data to the correct location. MachineMetrics found just through real-time connected monitoring, companies were able to improve efficiency by 20% without any additional actions or equipment.

Make sure you look for technologies that fit your infrastructure capabilities. Some companies use wireless sensors powered by batteries to get started quickly.

Quick and easy integration is important, but wireless sensors and Collaborative and open-source solutions help OEMs design and batteries may not scale well. build automation solutions or for end-users to adopt new technology.

There are examples of case studies where wireless monitoring worked reliably with more than 250 sensors. However, distance, Another example is Universal Robots (UR) partnering with endbandwidth, and other factors will need to be considered when using effectors and camera systems companies to integrate this wireless solutions. technology with their robotic arms.

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Product Update Additionally, end-users can easily download apps and software from third-party providers such as Robotiq to program or operate the devices directly from the OEM’s controls and learning pendant.

While collaborative environments are expanding automation, it is adding value in new areas.

tracking orders can help companies make better business decisions, provide accurate timelines, and verify parts and orders.

For example, some parts can have extended lead times. Automation technology makes it possible to send images, tracking data, and quality assurance information on a shared cloud space in real-time.

Rather than waiting days or weeks before receiving an order just to reject it, a company could verify the quality, timeline, and other factors before it ever leaves the OEM’s floor.

Collaborative environments in manufacturing are expanding even further into the financial markets. While some companies take out loans for equipment, DLL, an economical solution provider, and UR have launched a leasing program.

This partnership lowers the barrier to entry and expands accessibility to a new level for small to medium-sized companies.

Watching these partnerships and collaborations will be important in business to see who might capture more of the expanding automation and robotic market.

With real-time monitoring and vision systems capable of verifying parts, companies can be more transparent. As manufacturing becomes increasingly global, supply chains become more complex and critical to success. Vision systems, real-time monitoring, and

For manufacturers to stay on the cutting edge, it will be essential to see what technologies provide the most outstanding value for today, flexibility for tomorrow, and maybe even which provider has more partnership power for continued value possibilities in the future.

FANUC America & Plus One Robotics Deliver Automation Solutions to Ecommerce Fulfillment Customers intermixed, random delivery. If any exceptions occur, Plus One’s “Yonder” human-in-the-loop function notifies a “Crew Chief” who can remotely manage the exception, minimizing the interruption and providing seamless sustained automatic operation. Combined with a high-performance FANUC industrial robot, the system can outperform a comparable manual operation. Users benefit from shorter pick times and better order accuracy, inventory security, higher productivity, reduced operating expenses, and improved ergonomics.

“We recently welcomed Plus One into our Authorized System Integrator network as a System Solution Advisor, and their technology is a great complement to our strength in robotics,” said Mike Cicco, president and CEO, FANUC America. “We’ve worked together on several successful fulfillment projects involving warehouse robots, and I’m looking forward to showcasing our FANUC America, the leading supplier of CNCs, robotics and combined strengths to other companies in the e-commerce, ROBOMACHINEs, and Plus One Robotics, a leader in AI machine logistics, and warehouse segments.” vision for robots in logistics, have successfully paired their industryleading technologies to meet the needs of their mutual customers in FANUC America will feature this new robotic fulfillment technology in its Customer Experience Center (CEC) located at the e-commerce. company’s headquarters in Rochester Hills, Mich. “Having the The new flexible fulfillment solution incorporates a FANUC robot FANUC/Plus One solution here in our CEC will allow us to and Plus One’s AI-powered PickOne perception system to identify, demonstrate the benefits of reliable, AI-powered automation to singulate, and sort a wide range of conveyable items without the help companies increase efficiencies, and reallocate people from need for traditional vision training. Powered by AI, the system can doing repetitive tasks to higher level responsibilities,” added Cicco. adapt to variations in product material, size and shape, as well as Watch the video.

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