In many of today's automation applications it's common to need to combine different types of control in the same system For example a packaging system may need to combine sequence control of heat-sealing bars for plastic film with precise motion... Learn more

Did you know Q Series provides a way to make automation technologies work together as one integrated platform?When facing automation challenges a key issue is integrating different types of control schemes How should a PC be integrated with... Learn more

IEN What are the major concerns facing providers of automation technology and related products and services in the next few years? How can they be addressed?Browett 1 Increasing commoditization of their products and services. Today vendors break... Learn more

Responses to IEN's questions were provided by John A Browett Product Marketing Manager Rack Based Controllers & Automation Networks; Kristian Davis Product Marketing Manager Human Machine Interfaces; and Stephen Harris President RIXAN Associates... Learn more

IEN How can/will the sector answer industry demand for increased automation and flexibility?Jay Regarding flexibility About 9 months ago ARC Advisory Group coined the term PAC (Programmable Automation Controller) to describe a new generation of... Learn more