Welcome to Control Intelligence, a ControlDesign.com podcast that goes deep inside the automation and technology that machine builders, system integrators and end users rely on to keep production humming efficiently
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In 2025, AVG Automation, parent company of EZAutomation, a midwestern U.S. manufacturer and factory-direct purveyor of industrial automation systems and components, will celebrate 50 years since its founding in 1975. The automation technology landscape has changed dramatically since that time, but many of the underlying industry needs remain unchan…
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August 2024 industry news: events, standards and executive appointments
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, managing editor Anna Townshend shares machine builder and system integrator news highlights from the month of August.저자 controldesign
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Tobey Strauch, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore discusses cybersecurity-enabled controllers.저자 controldesign
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In this Control Intelligence podcast, written by contributing editor Jeremy Pollard, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore explores networking capabilities with sensing devices.저자 controldesign
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How RFID continues to evolve in industrial applications
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Pepperl+Fuchs’ Michael McCabe explains standardized tags, data transfer rates, capabilities, security and integration저자 controldesign
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July 2024 industry news: certifications, leaders and obituaries
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, Anna Townshend shares machine builder and system integrator news highlights from July 2024.저자 controldesign
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When to consider Arduino, Raspberry Pi and other microcontrollers
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Jeremy Pollard, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore explains how new frontiers in machine control have their upsides and their limitations.저자 controldesign
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Advances in stepper motors to provide precise motion control
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Joey Stubbs, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore discusses what makes stepper motors more energy efficient and reliable.저자 controldesign
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore shares highlights from a panel discussion that took place at the CSIA Exchange.저자 controldesign
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What are your sensing options in industrial manufacturing?
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Charles Palmer, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore discusses lasers and other position sensing.저자 controldesign
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June 2024 industry news: new machines, anniversaries and name changes
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, managing editor Anna Townshend shares machine builder and system integrator news highlights from June 2024.저자 controldesign
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Tobey Strauch, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore discusses the future of PLCs in machinery used in a modular, connected factory or plant.저자 controldesign
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, managing editor Anna Townshend discusses emerging technology and the introduction of autonomous manufacturing for CNC operation.저자 controldesign
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore explains how variable frequency drives provide efficiency, reliability and safety in manufacturing.저자 controldesign
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May 2024 industry news: expansions, partnerships and Automate
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, Anna Townshend shares machine builder and system integrator news highlights from the month of May.저자 controldesign
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Joey Stubbs, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore discusses how x-ray vision systems have advanced defect detection.저자 controldesign
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Jeremy Pollard, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore discusses the evolution of input/output technology. For those of you interested in testing your knowledge and understanding of the evolution of I/O technology after this podcast, visit www.controldesign.com/ioevolution and take our …
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How humanoid-robot development has impacted hydraulic and electrical actuation
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Tobey Strauch, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore discusses the impact of robotic development on other areas of motion. After the podcast, test your knowledge of robotic development with this quiz at www.controldesign.com/robotimpact.…
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April 2024 industry news: awards, associations and acquisitions
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, Anna Townshend shares machine builder and system integrator news highlights from the month of April.저자 controldesign
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Highlights from Control System Integrators Association Exchange
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore, who attended CSIA Exchange in Dallas, shares memorable insights from the event.저자 controldesign
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by managing editor Anna Townshend, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore recaps the answers to a Control Design reader question about digital twin technology.저자 controldesign
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Jeremy Pollard, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore explains the importance of reliability and speed in emergency stop buttons.저자 controldesign
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How remote HMI connects with machinery in hazardous areas
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Joey Stubbs, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore discusses remote human-machine interface technology.저자 controldesign
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What are the proper mounting methods for position sensors?
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Charles Palmer, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore talks about four techniques used to mount sensors.저자 controldesign
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Electronic computer-aided design software to boost your design workflow efficiency
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Shawn Cox, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore discusses eCAD and how it empowers engineers.저자 controldesign
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Joey Stubbs, Mike Bacidore discusses what's in and what's out with machine safety.저자 controldesign
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Shawn Cox, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore discusses the benefits of remote monitoring technology.저자 controldesign
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Which systems benefit from industrial position sensors
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Charles Palmer, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore talks about the applications of sensor feedback.저자 controldesign
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Happy National Engineers Week! Robotics dominate recent news
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore celebrates National Engineers Week and recaps the week that was in news.저자 controldesign
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In this episode of Control intelligence, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore discusses what organizations have been doing to recover from the pandemic-related microchip crisis.저자 controldesign
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How industrial enclosures are designed and what they protect
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Rick Rice, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore discusses industrial enclosures, their design and the protection they offer.저자 controldesign
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore discusses how machine-mounted sensing and remote monitoring have changed predictive-maintenance capabilities.저자 controldesign
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Joey Stubbs, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore discusses proximity switches and their roles in a manufacturing line.저자 controldesign
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Charles Palmer, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore discusses the various components in a motion-control system.저자 controldesign
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributor Joey Stubbs, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore explains how EtherCAT unleashes industrial fieldbuses for high-performance controls automation technology.저자 controldesign
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore explains the history of RS-232 and its role in industrial manufacturing.저자 controldesign
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Founded in 1985, Advanced Micro Controls is a U.S.-based manufacturer with a global presence. AMCI industrial control products are designed for PLC-based automation systems with specialized position sensing and motion control technology. Matthew Tellier has been with the company for nearly 30 years, starting off as an applications engineer. He earn…
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Mike Bacidore explains how VFDs compare to motor starter, inverter or variable-speed drives in this episode of Control Intelligence.저자 controldesign
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Mike Bacidore discusses the basics, uses and functionality of servo motors.저자 controldesign
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Editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore discusses the history behind the PLC and its applications.저자 controldesign
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ARMI/BioFabUSA and Downeast Cider House address manufacturing scalability
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New England is a hotbed of growth, from turning live cells into tissue and organs to turning apples into hard-cider blends.저자 controldesign
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Can digital transformation go hand-in-hand with sustainability?
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Digital transformation can enable sustainability when done in an environmentally responsible way. Responsible digital transformation can be achieved through digital technologies that support resource efficiency — such as energy, water, raw materials and reduced waste; to support data-driven decisions that promote sustainability; to support remote a…
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Selecting and communicating with uninterruptible power supplies
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Uninterruptible power supplies are common devices found in almost every enclosure to protect against outages or disruptions. The uninterruptible power supply (UPS) can vary in input or output ranges, and a fundamental choice between alternating current (ac) and direct current (dc) needs to be made. Emerson’s UPS knowledge and offerings span the spe…
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Two decades after its introduction, machine safety technology keeps getting more interesting. Safety in a machine-control context was born in 1996 with the EN 954-1 standard allowing only relay logic or simple electronics. Although process industries have widely used programable safety controllers since the 1980s, it wasn’t until 2002 that NFPA 79 …
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WESCO builds, connects, powers and protects the world. Delivering ingenuity and expertise to approximately 150,000 customers worldwide, WESCO helps businesses run smoothly by providing solutions that can increase profitability, improve productivity and mitigate risk. With nearly 1.5 million products and locations in more than 50 countries, WESCO de…
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AUTOMATION Studio is the bread and butter of software development at B&R. All B&R hardware is programmed with this integrated development environment. The mechanisms for compiling, creating installation packages and deploying the software are usable outside of Automation Studio itself (i.e., via the command line). Also, the source files within the …
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Mike Bacidore is joined by Jim Stevens, encoder product specialist, Posital Fraba.저자 controldesign
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Solutions spotlight: Make the most of cabinet automation
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While many facilities have started to move some components out of the cabinet and onto the production line, many are still kept in the cabinet. For those that are in the cabinet, ensuring that panel design encourages component cooling and safety are still essential. In this episode, Control Design Editor in Chief Mike Bacidore speaks with Omron Aut…
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In this episode of Control Intelligence, editor in chief Mike Bacidore talks to Daymon Thompson, senior software product manager at Beckhoff USA. They talk about how machine builders can get off on the right foot in the IoT journey, and how analytics can establish compelling competitive advantages to optimize machine efficiency, and even to create …
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Your power supply has something to say: Smart power supplies share their health status
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Many pieces of the control system require dc power in order to operate. A power supply failure for a critical process controller or device can lead to an unplanned shutdown of critical plant equipment or processes. Without critical event visibility, plants don't have the necessary tools to troubleshoot issues before they become catastrophic. Fortun…
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