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The Power of Integration: Top 10 Benefits of Integrated Process & Power in Oil and Gas

With operating costs up 32% and sustainability mandates tightening, oil and gas companies are rethinking how they manage energy and automation. The integration of process control and power systems is transforming the industry, enabling operators to optimize production, reduce costs, and enhance reliability across upstream, midstream, and downstream operations. By unifying these traditionally separate domains, oil and gas companies can achieve new levels of performance and resilience. This paper explores the top 10 benefits of integrating process control and power systems in oil and gas applications.

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Industry | Featured | Industrial Technology | Latest News | Smart Factory | Whitepapers

Cloud vs Edge Computing – Driving Predictive Maintenance, Remote Diagnostics & Device Safety

Cloud computing and edge computing are reshaping how industrial organizations manage connected devices, analyze data, and maintain operations. While both architectures process and store data, they differ significantly in where that processing occurs—centrally in the cloud or locally at the edge. Understanding these differences is critical for companies evaluating strategies for predictive maintenance, remote diagnostics, and safety. This paper compares cloud and edge computing, examines their role in modern predictive technologies, and outlines the safety and operational benefits of adopting the right approach.

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Latest News | General Manufacturing | Industrial Technology | Industry | Motion Control | Smart Factory | Sustainability

NOARK: Understanding VFDs – The Technology Driving Smarter, More Efficient Systems

Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) have become essential across modern industrial and commercial environments—but what makes them so valuable? A VFD, also known as an AC Drive or Inverter, is an electronic device that precisely controls the speed and torque of an AC motor. By adjusting the frequency and voltage supplied to the motor, a VFD delivers smooth acceleration, reduced inrush current, and efficient variable-speed operation. Whether you’re optimizing energy consumption or improving process control, the VFD is at the heart of smarter motor-driven systems. The NOARK Ex9VF7 series VFD is engineered for precise control of AC motors—managing speed, torque, and direction effortlessly. Designed for pumps, fans, conveyors, and countless industrial processes, the Ex9VF7 improves energy efficiency and system performance across the board.

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Product News | Control Panel Solutions | Industrial Technology | Power Distribution & Energy

PULS: PLANET TP Series TP960.241 – DIN Rail Power Supplies for 3-Phase System – 24 V, 48 A

PULS PLANET TP Series TP960.241 power supplies are high performance industrial grade DIN rail power supplies. Compact size, high efficiency and dynamic BonusPower capabilities make the PLANET power supplies stand out. Thanks to the integrated dynamic BonusPower management, the power supply can adapt to varying power demands in real-time. By continuously monitoring the power output, it can provide extra power for different durations. For example, the power supply can deliver 130 % of its rated power for 22 s or up to 200 % for 5 s at temperatures up to +60 °C. At temperatures up to +45 °C, it can continuously provide 120 % of its rated power. The high efficiency from stand-by to full load reduces total cost of ownership and carbon dioxide emissions, with particularly low power losses during no-load conditions. Robust against back-feeding events, PLANET power supplies minimise downtime and ensure safety and reliability with HiccupPLUS mode in case of overload.

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Product News | Industrial Technology | Smart Factory

Rockwell Automation to Advance Industrial Intelligence Through Edge-based Generative AI with NVIDIA Nemotron

Rockwell Automation has announced a breakthrough in bringing generative AI directly to the industrial edge. Rockwell is introducing its integration of NVIDIA Nemotron Nano, a purpose-built small language model (SLM) optimized for FactoryTalk Design Studio and other Rockwell product workflows, marking a major step in real-time intelligence for industrial teams. In collaboration with NVIDIA, Rockwell is leveraging the open-source Nemotron-Nano-9B-v2 model and NVIDIA NeMo to deliver an edge-based generative AI capability designed specifically for industrial environments. Nemotron Nano distillation techniques provide the foundation for an SLM that can run in edge environments with less space and power than a traditional data center. By fine-tuning the model with data used by FactoryTalk Design Studio Copilot, Rockwell is creating a solution that demonstrates new potential for industrial automation professionals.

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Data Center | Data & Security | Featured | Industrial Technology

ManuAuto: Efficient Power Monitoring at the Edge – Moxa’s DCI Solutions for Data Centers

As data centers grow in higher densities to support AI-enabled workloads and more complicated operations, keeping the Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) at optimum is critical at this time. Downtime is never acceptable. Also, without being able to see electrical systems in real-time, such as substations, UPS, switchgear, and HVAC, failures will take place, and reaction times will be delayed. Newer generation data facilities will face more and more constant pressure to maintain low PUE alongside the increasing pressures of power consumption. Continuity of power depends on smart and resilient connectivity across data center infrastructure (DCI). All energy systems need to operate in concert for continuous operations. Moxa industrial-grade networking solutions keep data center power systems connected, efficient, and secured through reliable, secure, and scalable communications. Engineers can download the solution guide and success case for more information or meet with a solution expert to receive customized recommendations.

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Product News | Automation | Control Panel Solutions | Industrial Technology | Industry

Siemens Sets New Standards in Drive Technology with Sinamics S220 Drive System

Siemens is setting new standards in industrial drive technology with the launch of its new high-performance drive system, Sinamics S220. Building on the success of Sinamics S120, the system marks a leap in performance with the new control unit CU320-3 and software version 6.6. As an integral part of the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio, Sinamics S220 offers a seamless and innovative drive system with comprehensive simulation and analysis capabilities and advanced connectivity features that enable full integration into digital work processes. This significantly improved system performance provides users with a decisive productivity boost.

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Rockwell Automation: SecureOT Platform – OT Endpoint Protection Whitepaper

Are you still tracking OT assets on spreadsheets? OT endpoint protection is a necessity to protect the world’s infrastructure, but in many cases, it’s not deployed due to several key challenges. The unique characteristics of OT networks make running traditional endpoint protection solutions very difficult if not impossible. Recognizing these challenges, Rockwell Automation has leveraged more than 25 years of ICS engineering experience to build SecureOT Platform. SecureOT Platform delivers complete OT endpoint protection and directly addresses the visibility and complexity of the challenges you face every day. Their team has experience operating SecureOT Platform in various plants and control systems across all vendors. They have been in your shoes and understand the unique complexities of these systems. SecureOT Platform was intentionally built to be an OT-safe, effective solution to address the unique challenges of industrial environments.

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Product News | Industrial Technology | Safety Solutions | Smart Factory

Pilz Announces the New IO-Link Safety Master PDP67 in the IO-Link Safety System

The rapid commissioning of modular, decentralised production plants is an important aspect of digitized industrial production. The IO-Link Safety Master PDP67 in the IO-Link Safety System from Pilz is now available for this purpose. It can be used for simple implementation of bidirectional communication up to field level. As a decentralised interface to the higher-level safety controller, it enables various connections, such as safety sensors with IO-Link Safety or even standard IO-Link sensors or actuators, for example. Users benefit from flexible, seamless and safe communication at field level, up to the highest category PLe / SIL3 – whether it’s safety-related or standard communication.

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Product News | Control Panel Solutions | Industrial Technology | Sensor Solutions | Water & Waste Water

Endress+Hauser: FlexView FMA90 – Control Unit for Level & Flow Measurement

Endress+Hauser’s FlexView FMA90 is a control unit for radar, ultrasonic and hydrostatic or universal 4-20 mA level sensors. It connects up to two sensors simultaneously and provides 8 digital switching outputs. Available in field, DIN rail and panel housing variants, it ensures seamless installation in field and control cabinet environments. Its robust design and intuitive touch control make it ideal for versatile applications in the Water & Wastewater sector and utility operations across all industries.

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Product News | Automation | Cables & Wire Management Solutions | Industrial Technology | Smart Factory

Mouser: Phoenix Contact M12 Push-Pull Sensor/Actuator Boxes (SACBs)

Phoenix Contact M12 Push-Pull Sensor/Actuator Boxes (SACBs) provide a fast way to make M12 connections in the field without threading individual connectors. These medium-duty boxes feature plastic push-pull ports and are backward-compatible with M12 full-thread cables. The SACBs incorporate M12 push-pull connections and are offered with or without an LED indicator. Additional options include port count and single- or double-occupied wiring. Phoenix Contact M12 Push-Pull SACBs offer easy tool-free connection with pluggable hoods and flexible options for master cable connections.

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Latest News | Automation | Industrial Technology | Smart Factory | Tools for the Trade

The Power of OMRON’s Sysmac Studio: Unify Automation & Integrate Safety

Industry moves fast. Outpace obsolescence with OMRON’s Sysmac Studio. Designed to empower operations from the edge to the cloud, it unifies automation by prioritizing safety and security. Built for today, ready for the future. Today, the factory floor faces pressure from suppliers, consumers, competition, and emerging technologies. Operation teams are looking to remain competitive while making resilience standard procedure. At the crux of resilience and a sustainable competitive advantage is confident decisions driven by data-based insight. OMRON’s Sysmac Studio does just that, enabling processes to run predictably, effectively, and hit their output targets, especially when that target is moving.

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Product News | Automation | Automotive | Industrial Technology | Smart Factory

Mitsubishi Electric Automation Introduces Real-Time NC Access Tools for Enhanced Productivity & Minimal Downtime

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. is proud to announce the launch of its new NC software solutions offerings, a robust package of software tools designed to provide seamless connectivity, real-time data access, and remote-control capabilities for Mitsubishi Electric numerical control (NC) systems. The offerings include the IMA Adapter family, CNC Manager suites, and NC API access, each tailored to meet the evolving needs of manufacturers and software developers in industries such as machine tool, aerospace, automotive, and complex component production.

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Product News | Control Panel Solutions | Data Center | Industrial Technology

Littelfuse Launches First Reflow-Compatible Illuminated Tactile Switch with SPDT & Long Travel

Littelfuse has announced the expansion of its K5V Series Illuminated Tactile Switch family with the release of new K5V4 models. These include the Gull Wing (GH) and 2.1 mm Pin-in-Paste (PIP) versions, which are compatible with reflow soldering. Built using a high-temperature PAR (polyacrylate) material with a 250°C thermal deformation threshold, the new K5V4 switches are ideally suited for manufacturers transitioning from wave to reflow soldering processes. By eliminating the need for silicone sleeves or special handling and enabling direct SMT assembly for the first time, they reduce production costs, support increased throughput, and improve end-product quality – all while maintaining durability and tactile performance.

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Product News | Automation | Building Controls | Industrial Technology

Mouser: Industrial Shields GateBerry Raspberry Pi 4B Gateways

Industrial Shields GateBerry Raspberry Pi 4B Gateways are based on the Raspberry Pi (up to 8GB RAM), acting as a bridge between sensors, local equipment, and the cloud. The Gateberry provides a reliable, adaptable, and unrestricted gateway that is ideal for industrial automation, industrial communication, and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. These Raspberry Pi-based industrial gateways feature standard communication protocols (RS-485, I2C, SPI, and UART) and multiple optional expansion options (LoRa, 4G/NB-IoT, CAN Bus, and GPS). Designed for demanding environments, Gateway offers robustness, flexibility, and reliability for a variety of professional projects.

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Phoenix Contact: The Network-Capable PLC-Interface Ethernet Gateway Remote Relay System with Multi-Protocol Connection to the Controller

The modular PLC-Interface Ethernet Gateway remote relay system from Phoenix Contact with flexible channel assignment optimizes simple applications with up to 56 I/O channels. The compatibility with common controller software makes a high level of flexibility and intuitive network integration possible. The new remote relay system enables flexible channel configuration with digital and analog inputs and outputs as well as temperature modules and Ex modules. With their compact design, the modules are particularly suitable for simple applications with small to medium numbers of channels in decentral control boxes. The remote relay system enables users to optimize decentral applications. Digital and analog signals are reliably recorded, while temperature and analog values are processed precisely with a 10-bit resolution (value range 0 – 1,000).

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Industrial Technology

The Power of Integration: Top 10 Benefits of Integrated Process & Power in Oil and Gas

NOARK: Understanding VFDs – The Technology Driving Smarter, More Efficient Systems

PULS: PLANET TP Series TP960.241 – DIN Rail Power Supplies for 3-Phase System – 24 V, 48 A

Rockwell Automation to Advance Industrial Intelligence Through Edge-based Generative AI with NVIDIA Nemotron

ManuAuto: Efficient Power Monitoring at the Edge – Moxa’s DCI Solutions for Data Centers

Siemens Sets New Standards in Drive Technology with Sinamics S220 Drive System

Rockwell Automation: SecureOT Platform – OT Endpoint Protection Whitepaper

Pilz Announces the New IO-Link Safety Master PDP67 in the IO-Link Safety System

Endress+Hauser: FlexView FMA90 – Control Unit for Level & Flow Measurement

Mouser: Phoenix Contact M12 Push-Pull Sensor/Actuator Boxes (SACBs)

The Power of OMRON’s Sysmac Studio: Unify Automation & Integrate Safety

Littelfuse Launches First Reflow-Compatible Illuminated Tactile Switch with SPDT & Long Travel

Phoenix Contact: The Network-Capable PLC-Interface Ethernet Gateway Remote Relay System with Multi-Protocol Connection to the Controller

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