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The Rise of Smart Sensor Technology

August 19, 2024

From Summer 2022 of Connected.When you hear the term “smart technology,” you might think of gadgets that make your life easier or run more smoothly, such as smart home devices or virtual assistants.These devices are labeled “smart technology” because...

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Shrinking Switchgear and Panelboards

August 15, 2024

From Volume 2 Issue 4 of Connected.Due to increased competition and recent economic developments, improving organizational flow and maximizing efficiency have become a concern for industrial facilities in recent years. The demand for space-saving sol...

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Addressable (Digital) Fire Alarm Systems

August 14, 2024

From West Penn blogFire alarm systems are essential to the safety of commercial and industrial buildings, schools, homes and more because they alert us, and first responders, to dangerous situations. There are three categories of fire alarm system de...

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The Future of Virtual Reality in the Workplace

August 12, 2024

From Summer 2022 of Connected.Almost every industry is currently battling a workforce shortage. In the face of the pandemic, major labor disruptions began to emerge – the most prominent disruption being The Great Resignation.According to the U.S. Cha...

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AI Readiness

August 08, 2024

From Volume 3 Issue 2 of Connected.The ability to successfully adopt and utilize artificial intelligence (AI) technology has quickly become a necessity for organizations across the globe. Understanding how AI works, identifying relevant applications ...

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Predict unplanned equipment downtime

August 07, 2024

Maintenance engineers have a clear goal to maintain plant assets and avoid unexpected equipment failures. FactoryTalk® Analytics™ GuardianAI™ software by Rockwell Automation provides predictive maintenance insights via continuous condition-based moni...

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Artificial Intelligence Shaping the World of Manufacturing

August 05, 2024

From Summer 2022 of Connected.Artificial Intelligence, or AI, was first introduced to the manufacturing industry in the late 1960s. The implementation of the first mass-produced industrial robot arm joined the assembly line at General Motors, lifting...

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Prefab Electrical Solutions Prompt Jobsite Success

August 01, 2024

Volume 2 Issue 4 of Connected.Electrical contractors continue to face ongoing challenges limiting their ability to complete a project in a timely and cost effective way. Labor shortages, quickening timelines and budget constraints all contribute to h...

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Siemens P1 Unassembled Panelboards

July 31, 2024

Siemens P1 unassembled panelboards (P1 UPB) offer a wealth of features, product flexibility, quicker lead times and affordable pricing. All UPB are fully backed for high quality, trouble-free operation and are labeled as suitable for use as Service E...

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Streamline Maintenance Management

July 29, 2024

From Summer 2022 of Connected.Running a facility's maintenance is hard. Keeping costs down while keeping equipment running can often feel like conflicting priorities.Make the wrong decision about preventative and predictive maintenance and you'll hav...

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Securing the Future by Defending Against Cyberattacks

July 25, 2024

From Volume 3 Issue 2 of Connected.Cyberattacks have been rapidly escalating worldwide, and projections indicate a persistent increase is expected to continue.There was nearly a 20 percent increase in data breaches in the U.S. alone within the short ...

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B-Line Series KwikRail Cable Tray System

July 24, 2024

Time and less hardware needed to installThe KwikRail cable tray system features an I-beam side rail splice retention groove that allows installers to easily guide and snap the splice in place with just two bolts. The splice retention groove holds the...

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Automated Lighting and Controls

July 22, 2024

From Summer 2022 of Connected.Automated lighting and controls, or smart lighting, involves adding intelligent lighting control systems to lamps or luminaires to allow communication and interaction with the surrounding environment, occupants of that e...

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OEM Tips for Strategic Cost Savings

July 18, 2024

From Volume 2 Issue 4 of Connected.In the dynamic world of manufacturing, optimizing efficiency while minimizing costs remains a critical objective for companies seeking to thrive in a competitive landscape. As industries evolve and consumer demands ...

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Faster speeds. More options. Smoother operations

July 17, 2024

Get the job done right for any application!Safety and FacilityArc Flash, GHS, OSHA/ANSI, fire, pipe marking, valves, hazards and instructionsMulticolor optimized for more impact and less hassleMaterial durability up to 10 yearsLean ManufacturingGauge...

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Smart Technology Surrounds Us

July 15, 2024

From Summer 2022 of Connected.It’s hard to believe that the futuristic technology featured in the Jetsons cartoon is commonplace today. Although cars still don’t fly, we do have smart watches, flat screen TVs, video calls and intelligent robots. Alex...

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Understanding Digital Modernization

July 11, 2024

From Volume 3 Issue 2 of Connected.Three – the number of earthquakes in Indiana since 2020. Thankfully, these were all relatively subtle, and for those of us who lived in the area, were not memorable. Most of us probably carried on with our lives wit...

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Kirby Risk Offers Beneficial Lighting Services

July 08, 2024

From Summer 2022 of Connected.Kirby Risk offers an array of services that address the unique challenges presented when designing lighting for any industrial, commercial or new construction project. Our knowledgeable Lighting Specialists can help you ...

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Light Color Temperature

July 04, 2024

From Volume 2 Issue 4 of Connected.Whether you are aware of it or not, the color of our lighting, or color temperature, has a substantial biological impact on your physical and mental well-being. Variations in color temperature can affect perception,...

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Beyond the Solar Panels

July 03, 2024

As of December 2023, the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) was predicting average annual growth of 14% in the solar industry over the next 5 years — with growth much stronger in 2024–2025 than in 2026–2028. And while they expect the resident...

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Amber Gray

July 01, 2024

From Spring 2022 of Connected.AUTOMATION MANAGER, FS TECH (TÜV RHEINLAND, #324/ 15, MACHINERY)In this special safety edition of Connected, we talk with Amber Gray, Automation Manager at Kirby Risk, who specializes in machine safety, safety components...

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Milwaukee® Delivers the Most Productive Way to Shear Strut on Site

June 28, 2024

Milwaukee Tool reinforces their commitment to enhancing safety and productivity for professionals with the introduction of the new M18™ FORCE LOGIC™ Single Channel Strut Shear, the most productive way to shear strut on site. Designed for professional...

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Introducing Intelligent Industry Solutions

June 27, 2024

From Volume 3 Issue 2 of Connected.In the Eighth Annual State of Smart Manufacturing Report from Rockwell Automation, there were many opportunities and challenges highlighted that were likely not shocking to those in the manufacturing industry. Notab...

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All transformers are NOT created equal.

June 26, 2024

On paper a transformer’s job is straightforward...to safely and efficiently deliver the proper voltage required for an application. However, extreme conditions, hazardous locations and unique application challenges can cause lesser quality transforme...

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