Calibration features on temperature and process controllers are often under-utilised. However, if used correctly, controller calibration can achieve significant improvements in manufacturing efficiency and product quality, says Ian Collins.
Technological advances over the past quarter of a century have resulted in unprecedented leaps forward in speed and productivity, while exacting customer demands have also prompted innovations in machine flexibility and efficiency.
The Dee Valley Water (DVW) project to build a new water treatment works at Llwyn Onn in North Wales, has now been completed. The £17M project was officially opened in March 2014 and is controlled by a Mitsubishi Electric system redundant, Q series modular PLC.
The UK's strategy for stimulating growth in robotics and autonomous systems, published July 1 2014, is calling for action to improve the nation's business prospects.
Researchers at technology security specialist, Context Information Security have been able to expose a security weakness in a WiFi enabled, energy efficient LED light bulb that can be controlled from a smartphone.