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    Improved motion control through use of TSN can enable increased automation of industrial printing machinery.
    Technologies

    Advancing Motion Control in Industrial Printing Machines with TSN

    Time Sensitive Networking can help achieve seamless synchronization, accuracy and precision of motion control systems, enabling more automation in industrial printing.
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    Hydraulics

    Hydraulics Evolving to be More Precise and Efficient

    Russ Schneidewind of HydraForce sees the need to increase efficiency and precision among the key trends driving hydraulic system designs.
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    Sensors & Software

    Integrated Control Benefits Electric Actuators

    Ewellix’s SmartX digital platform integrates control technology into electric actuators, offering simplified installation and performance benefits.
    Siarhei Dzmitryienka/Dreamstime
    Engineer adjusts pressure sensors on industrial refinery plant
    Sensors & Software

    Common Air Pressure Sensors and Units

    There are many ways to measure pressure, as well as different types of pressure. Here’s a look at some of the most common.
    Q&a
    Sensors & Software

    Electric Actuators with Integrated Control Technology Provide Seamless Installation

    The Ewellix SmartX platform eliminates the need for a separate controller, easing installation of electric actuators in various applications.
    HEIDENHAIN
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    Controls & Instrumentation

    Encoder Types: Making the Right Choices

    Understanding the fundamentals is key to a tailor-made solution.
    Rock Hill Mechanical Corporation
    RHMC's automated solution
    Controls & Instrumentation

    Quickly Filling the Need

    An HVAC contractor and AutomationDirect partner to deliver automated machines for COVID-19 sanitizing products.
    Actuator
    Controls & Instrumentation

    Controlling Two or More Hydraulic Actuators

    There are several methods for coordinating the motion of two or more actuators.
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    Cylinders & Actuators

    Advanced Hydraulics and Controls Make Calendering More Precise and Efficient

    The precision and stability of the hydraulics and controls make them a more accurate and reliable way to handle calendering.