Technology Matters: Wearable Sensors, Vision Systems, Industrial Networking

In this episode we look at wearable sensor technologies for social distancing, using vision systems to inspect liquids and solids, and the rise of publish/subscribe communication protocols in industrial networking.

David GreenfieldDirector of Content, Automaiton World

Jun 17th, 2020

Technology Matters: Wearable Sensors, Vision Systems, Industrial Networking

Perceptiv Sentry S2100 Platform

Wireless Asset Monitoring

Regal Rexnord offers the Perceptiv™ Sentry S2100 platform for cost effective wireless vibration and temperature monitoring for industrial powertrain applications.

Zebra Technologies Acquires Matrox’s Imaging Division

The acquisition will allow Zebra to leverage machine vision expertise from Matrox to grow its new machine vision business unit.

The Pinebrook Water District reservoir lies in the hills northwest of Boulder, Colo.

Flexible, Low-Cost Water Monitoring with Edge I/O

Remote I/O over MQTT helps Rust Automation deploy affordable remote monitoring in a challenging environment.

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Improving Automation’s Energy Efficiency with Neuromorphic Sensor Technology

Fraunhofer-Gesellshaft’s NeurOSmart Initiative is using lessons learned from the human brain to improve the energy efficiency of computationally intensive intelligent sensors.

John Deere's 8R autonomous tractor.

John Deere Debuts Autonomous Tractor: “One Giant Robot”

The 8R tractor is a step towards solving labor and productivity challenges, but the move to autonomous farming is a five-stage journey.

LOGO! 8.3 Logic Modules

LOGO! module now performs functions previously reserved for larger controllers. Users are no longer limited by the storage volume of the SD card but can now send it to the cloud.

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5 Tips to Get the Most Out of Industrial Wearable Devices

Smart wearables that monitor employee postures and movements can reduce workplace injuries and improve a company's bottom line, but understanding how to get the most out of the data they provide is key.

Peer-to-Peer FAQ: AI, Machine Vision, and Smart Instrument Sensors

Get up to speed with the basics of machine vision and smart instrument sensors, as well as how data from these sensors can be used by artificial intelligence to improve operations.

Frito-Lay Improves Workplace Ergonomics with Wearable Technology

The use of Kinetic’s Reflex wearable devices at Frito-Lay facilities reduced recordable injuries by 19% and cut work time lost by 67%.

A Cisco Industrial Asset Vision sensor in the field at Bouchaine Vineyards.

Industrial Sensors Boost Vineyard Data

Bouchaine Vineyards deploys Cisco Industrial Asset Vision sensors to collect temperature, light, humidity, wind, and water data throughout the growing season.

The pack ML-enabled machine utilizes layer forming technology and features a small footprint with an interactive operator interface that allows for better collection of information.

BW Integrated Systems Highlights User-friendly, Vertical, Flexible, High-level Palletizer

At PACK EXPO Las Vegas, user-friendly machine meets customer and market demands with quick, vertical start-up.

A technician calibrates an Inspekto S70 autonomous machine vision system.

Autonomous Machine Vision Improves Injection Molding Quality

A Bosch plant that produces plastic molded connectors for automotive manufacturers implements Inspekto’s S70 machine vision system, resulting in immediate savings and an improvement in connector quality.

Colgate-Palmolive is a caring, innovative growth company that’s reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets, and our planet.

Air Flow Monitoring Supports Colgate-Palmolive’s Sustainability Initiatives

IIOT-enabled flow sensor helps consumer products company reduce the wasted energy from its pneumatic systems.

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Seal Integrity Tester from Teledyne

The in-filler technology allows for automated inspection of lids to ensure they are properly sealed.

Carlo Gavazzi Exhibits Solid State Relays, IO-Link Sensors

The products can be used in a variety of industries including packaging, mining, food and beverage, and more.

This screen save shows how customers using Llumin software can know the status of specific pieces of equipment in real time no matter where they are located.

CMMS Specifically for OEMs

Exhibiting for the first time at PACK EXPO, Llumin, an established participant in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) space, introduced a new software called Llumin for OEMs.

AdLink's Neon-2000 series AI smart camera.

How Smart Cameras Help Solve Some of Manufacturing’s Biggest Issues

Artificial intelligence-enabled smart cameras can be used to improve safety, quality, and operator efficiency.

Flexible feeding system using vision, motion, and robotics technologies developed by Armo Tool in conjunction with Omron Automation and Taylor Fluid Systems.

The Rise of Flexible Feeding System Technology

Why flexible feeding systems, which incorporate robotics, vision, and motion technologies are beginning to replace the vibratory bowl feeders that have long been used sort small parts for assembly and packaging.

Applications for this AI-powered imaging system include printed circuit board inspection, detection of foreign objects, identification of surface level metal defects, and product uniformity issues.

Flir Systems and Neurala Develop AI-Powered Industrial Machine Vision

The goal of combining artificial intelligence with industrial vision systems is to enable manufacturers to place automated inspection points anywhere and be able to quickly reconfigure them for new applications as needed.

Adrian Lloyd and Blake Griffin join unPACKed with PMMI to discuss their research that led to PMMI Business Intelligence’s Predictive Maintenance White Paper.

Know Before You Fail: Avoid Costly Downtime with Predictive Maintenance

unPACKed with PMMI tackles obvious predictive maintenance benefits: reduced downtime and increased machine lifetime.

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Wearable Technology Bolsters Worker Safety

PepsiCo’s use of Kinetic’s Reflex wearable device has had a definitive impact on both worker safety and company culture.

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Sensors Step Up to Industry Demands

From monitoring COVID-19 vaccine temperatures to combining vibration, temperature, and speed in one device, new sensor technology is addressing industry needs on an ever-wider scale.

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Integrating Process Safety, Visibility, and Cybersecurity

Following its acquisition by Hexagon, PAS explains how its software integrates with Hexagon’s technologies to address critical industrial process operations factors.

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Smart Sensors for Moisture Measurement

With quality assurance procedures continuing to move away from inspection and toward a real-time, continuous approach relying on process feedback, Kett has leveraged the growing computing power of sensors to provide a better means of measuring moisture.

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Vision and Control on One CPU

Though combining multiple control functions on one controller is not particularly new, the high compute and bandwidth requirements of vision have typically required it to exist on a separate controller. Technology advances are changing that reality.

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How Artificial Intelligence Works in Quality Control

The use of artificial intelligence has been growing across the industrial automation space for the several years now. But do you really understand what it does to affect outcomes?

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Posital Announces Position Sensors with Modbus RTU Interface

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Compressed Air Measurement Helps Reduce Energy Use

Installing Festo’s E2M energy efficiency modules helped medical device and pharmaceutical manufacturers tackle their environmental footprint, not only saving money but using the data to provide predictive maintenance as well.

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Smart Sensor for Variable Speed Equipment

Petasense releases its Vibration Mote Model 3 smart sensor that detects speed, vibration, and temperature.

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Vision Inspection Maximizes Label Accuracy

For one North American food manufacturer, Omron’s SKU verification system dramatically lowered production costs and increased overall profitability.

Balluff Media Contacting Temperature Sensors

Temperature Sensors Help Maintain Correct Fluid Viscosity

Improve process quality and machine performance

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Inspecting Liquids and Solids with Vision Systems

Understanding the different components that comprise a vision system and how they can be used for different inspection applications is critical to justifying an investment in vision technology.