Discrete Sensors 101: Terminology and Best Practices
This article explores the main uses for discrete sensors, categorizes the most common types, and lists best practices and pitfalls to avoid. Common Types of Sensors in Automation Discrete, or…
How to Hire the Engineers Other Companies Don’t Know About
If you run a business in 2022, you’re probably having trouble finding the great people that make your business work. This isn’t new in industrial controls where we’ve had a…
Ladder logic’s future role in automation
Nine considerations when selecting a programming language. Ladder logic is favored by manufacturers in discrete industries, but as technology and automation evolve, its usefulness compared to other IEC 61131-3 programming…
Madison Business Leader Garners Top Engineering Award
Control Engineering | Young Engineer Blazing Trails In Industry MADISON – September 14, 2018 – Control Engineering and Plant Engineering have collectively named Jon Breen, founder, Breen Machine Automation Services,…
The Future Role of Ladder Logic in Automation | Control Engineering
Ladder Logic vs. Everything Else: 9 Considerations For Selecting a Programming Language Author's note: I’m proud to share my latest Control Engineering article on the topic of ladder logic's future role…
Control Engineering | Robust Vision Inspection in 5 Simple Steps
Note: I'm pleased to share my recent contribution to Control Engineering's Inside Machines online publication, "Robust Vision Inspection in 5 Simple Steps." Check out the excerpt below, then read the…
Control Engineering | Overcoming Compatibility Issues with Virtualization
Using a virtualization approach can save time, money, and resolve backup and recovery issues The proliferation of smart devices, software tools, and networks has created many new opportunities in the…