Emerson has announced its new PACMotion servo motion control portfolio to offer an integrated automation solution for high-performance industrial applications. The portfolio includes a new motion controller that connects directly into the PACSystems RX3i programmable logic controller backplane for high-speed, high-precision, performance with synchronized motion for up to 40 coordinated axes, enabling end-users to scale…
Edge controllers bridge OT and IT systems
SPONSORED CONTENT By Derek Thomas, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Machine Automation Solutions at Emerson This article is the fourth in a four-part series exploring three new but related concepts — little data, edge processing, and secure connectivity — for deriving value from manufacturing data trapped inside machinery and other manufacturing assets. The first…
Branson GPX platform provides greater design freedom by enabling high-quality joins and superior aesthetics in a range of challenging applications
Emerson has introduced new heat staking technology designed to give manufacturers greater design freedom by enabling them to join more complex, delicate and sensitive components to plastic moldings. Using a unique pulse staking technology that optimizes the heat staking process, the Branson™ GPX platform produces high-quality joins, superior product aesthetics and energy savings in increasingly…
Emerson launches modular industrial displays
Emerson has released the new portfolio of RXi industrial display and panel PC products for monitoring, visualizing, and enhancing everyday production processes in life sciences, metals and mining, power and water, and manufacturing and machinery. A modular design is foundational to the industrial display platform, enabling users to select the right configuration based on application…
Women in Engineering: Mireya Spears on fully leveraging women’s engineering skills
Mireya Spears is a product marketing specialist at Emerson. Spears has an MBA and a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering from the National University of Piura in Peru. When asked about her experiences in engineering, here’s what she had to say. What about your company’s culture makes it supportive of women? I’ve always felt that…
Emerson’s new ultrasonic generators
Emerson has introduced its new BransonTM GCX Series of ultrasonic generators, which combine user-friendly digital controls, advanced features, and a more compact footprint to precisely control the delivery of ultrasonic energy for precision cleaning systems used in medical, electronic, automotive and other industries. The compact design of the Branson GCX Series generator is 15% smaller…
Emerson launches modular industrial displays
Emerson has released the new portfolio of RXi industrial display and panel PC products for monitoring, visualizing, and enhancing everyday production processes in life sciences, metals and mining, power and water, and manufacturing and machinery. A modular design is foundational to the industrial display platform, enabling users to select the right configuration based on application…
Edge processing enables improved operations
SPONSORED CONTENT By Derek Thomas, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Machine Automation Solutions at Emerson This article is the third in a four-part series exploring three new but related concepts for deriving value from big data: little data, edge processing, and embedded connectivity. The first column provided an overview of all three topics, and…
Ultrasonics creates seal for critical medical device
Life sciences company MilliporeSigma recently turned to Emerson when heat sealing and ultrasonic welding failed to successfully seal a filter membrane to its plastic housing for a microfiltration device planned to assist in bioscience research. MilliporeSigma supplies microfiltration membranes for bioscience research, as well as for use in the manufacture of high-tech medical devices requiring…
Emerson components keep water running to COVID-19 field hospital
As the number of New Yorkers infected by COVID-19 skyrockets, health-department officials are bracing for the inundation of local hospitals in coming weeks by thousands of people requiring medical attention. In response to the crisis, the Federal Emergency Management Agency issued a $350 million Mission Assignment to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for construction…
3 real-world applications for pneumatics and IIoT
Pneumatics designers have more access to the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) technology, from position sensors on cylinders to system flow sensors and smart edge gateways. However, the rich data these tools produce also presents a challenge: How to put this technology to work that makes the most of opportunities. By Enrico De Carolis, Vice…
Emerson provides opportunities to remotely develop electrical product knowledge
To meet the needs of electrical engineers and distributors adapting to trends towards remote learning, Emerson offers Emerson University, a dynamic series of online training modules focused on Emerson’s Appleton, O-Z/Gedney, SolaHD and EasyHeat brands. In addition to in-depth study of Emerson electrical products, Emerson University modules are available on topics ranging from a primer…
Little vs. big data
SPONSORED CONTENT By Derek Thomas, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Machine Automation Solutions at Emerson This article is the second in a four-part series exploring three new but related concepts for deriving value from big data: little data, edge processing, and embedded connectivity. The first column provided an overview of all three topics, and…
Edge automation improves productivity
Shortages of skilled labor can be addressed by investments in automation at the edge. By Vibhoosh Gupta, Emerson Worldwide unemployment is at a 50-year low in many countries across the globe, and many machine builder original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and their customers are finding it very difficult to attract and retain skilled labor. For example,…
Deadline approaching for Emerson’s 2020 ASCO Engineering Scholarships
Emerson is reminding U.S. engineering students of the May 1 deadline to apply for its 2020 ASCO Engineering Scholarship Program. The merit-based scholarships are awarded on the candidate’s potential for leadership and for making a significant contribution to the engineering, instrumentation, systems, and automation professions. Recipients may also be eligible for an Emerson internship. Emerson…
Emerson ramps up face mask production with Branson ultrasonic bonding
As the United States continues to deal with COVID-19, the disease caused by the most recent Coronavirus pandemic, one theme has run through all media outlets — the looming shortage of face masks and other non-woven protective medical gear including gowns and boots that doctors and nurses need to safely treat patients. (See how Emerson’s…
Pulse valve delivers higher peak pressure for longer bag, filter lifespan and reduced maintenance in reverse-jet dust collector systems
Emerson is introducing its newly redesigned ASCO™ Series 353 Pulse Valve, designed to help original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and end-users achieve a more effective, efficient and convenient bag cleaning every time. With a higher peak pressure, wider temperature range, patented quick mount clamp connection and overall part simplification, the new series provides longer bag and…
Power connectors minimize industrial assembly and field maintenance time
Emerson has enhanced the Appleton 200 Amp Powertite series of pin-and-sleeve plugs, receptacles and connectors with new features providing faster and easier field assembly, greater environmental protection and improved worker safety. Capable of supplying reliable power to any type of heavy-duty electrical equipment, fixed or portable, the Appleton 200 Amp Powertite series is the next […]
Emerson and Arrowhead Systems partner on next-gen edge-based machine health monitoring solution
Emerson and Arrowhead Systems Inc. have partnered to produce a next-generation machine-health monitoring solution to boost uptime for high-speed palletizer production used in container stacking … and adaptable for use with other products. The Busse SJI Viper High Speed Bulk Palletizer and Alpha Turbo High Speed Depalletizer are paired with Emerson’s machine health monitoring to…
Electronic remote control makes yacht navigation and docking a breeze
In the world of motor boats, luxury has a name: Sunseeker. The manufacturer of luxury yachts has long been known worldwide — not least by appearing in spectacular James Bond scenes. In line with the exclusive requests of its customers, Sunseeker equipped its recently introduced 76 Yacht with Marex electronic remote control and joystick systems…
Enhanced thermal design improves qualified life of nuclear solenoid valves
If you manage or design safety-related equipment for nuclear power plants, your solenoid valves may be approaching their qualified life limit. Qualified life is primarily driven by material degradation caused by radiation, thermal and environmental exposures. One way to obtain a longer qualified life is to select solenoid valves with a new and improved thermal design for…
Deadline approaching for Emerson 2019 ASCO Engineering Scholarship applications
Emerson is reminding U.S. engineering students that the deadline for its 2019 ASCO Engineering Scholarship program is rapidly approaching and that the program will continue to accept applications through April 23, 2019. The program rewards students who have the potential for leadership and contributions to the engineering profession. Two $5,000 scholarships will be awarded to two U.S.…
Ultrasonic welding platform meets challenges of critical small plastic part assembly
Emerson has launched a new generation of ultrasonic welders that support the growing demand for the assembly of smaller and more intricate plastic components. The Branson GSX Ultrasonic Welding Platform is an advanced and intuitive flexible joining solution, designed to optimize and ensure quality welds, while helping manufacturers meet project timelines and deliver expected return on investments. Plastic components…
Hanging tough with vertical cable supports
Vertical cable supports make the difference between being connected or disconnected in longer vertical raceways. Frank Cunningham, Product Launch Manager | Electrical Apparatus & Lighting, Emerson Automation Solutions When constructing the Empire State Building in 1930, engineers found that the heavy non-armored electrical cable installed in vertical raceways or risers imposed excessive strain on terminations, panels […]
Women in Engineering: Sophie Morneau, Emerson
Name: Sophie Morneau Title: Director, Global Strategic Accounts, Automation Solutions at Emerson Company: Emerson (Danbury, Conn.) Degrees: M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Université de Montréal (Montréal, Québec), B.S. in Materials Engineering, Université de Montréal, Associate Degree in Electronics, Montmorency College (Laval, Québec) Talk about the culture at your company. What makes it inclusive or supportive of women? What…