Automation Chat

In Case You Missed It: “See Your Modernization Project’s Big Picture”

** 2 Consecutive Awards for Best Podcast, 2022 & 2023 APEX Awards of Publication Excellence.

This is another episode in our series “In Case You Missed It,” where Executive Editor Theresa Houck brings the written word to life by reading an article from The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork magazine. She reads, “See Your Modernization Project’s Big Picture.” Learn how Industrial Learn why and how modernization requires you to take a broad view of not just what technology you’re replacing, but how, so you can plan for the long term.

And as always, get your family-friendly, silly Joke of the Day.

Resources from this episode:

• Read the article online: “See Your Modernization Project’s Big Picture.”
• To subscribe to our 4 print magazines (Feb., May, July and Oct.), e-mail Anna Hicks at ahicks@endeavorbusinessmedia.com.
• Subscribe to our 4 digital magazines at http://rok.auto/thejournal-subscribe.

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What’s Coming Up in The Journal: November 2023

** 2 Consecutive Awards for Best Podcast, 2022 & 2023 APEX Awards of Publication Excellence.

In this brief episode, Executive Editor Theresa Houck tells you what we’re covering in our November digital edition of The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork magazine, which launches Nov. 4.

Learn about our story on how to enhance continuous improvement in the areas of safety, sustainability and agility. Also get our great preview of the expanded 2023 Automation Fair event, including amazing keynotes, advanced training, off-site tours, a huge expo and more.

And as always, get your family-friendly, silly Joke of the Day.

Resources:

• Subscribe to The Journal’s 4 print magazines (Feb., May, July and Oct.) by e-mailing your request Anna Hicks at ahicks@endeavorbusinessmedia.com.
• Subscribe to our 4 digital magazines at http://rok.auto/thejournal-subscribe.

 

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Sneak Peek Into the Reimagined, Expanded Automation Fair 2023

** Named Best Podcast 2 Consecutive Years! 2022 & 2023 Apex Awards of Publication Excellence.

The popular Automation Fair event looks completely different this year — reimagined, reformatted and expanded to offer more experiences and value to attendees. Get a sneak peek about the new era for Automation Fair, Nov. 6-9 in Boston, as Executive Editor Theresa Houck chats with Christine Spella, Director of  Brand, Communications & Experience at Rockwell Automation.

The show is shifting from a 2-day to a 4-day event. Get details about how it’s combining with the ROKLive, PowerPlex and Process Solutions User Group events and offering remarkable keynotes, advanced training with Professional Development Hour credits, off-site tours, a huge expo, and a lot more.

And of course, get your family-friendly, silly Joke of the Day.

Resources:

• 2023 Automation Fair Event Info & Registration.
• Subscribe to The Journal’s 4 print magazines (Feb., May, July and Oct.) by e-mailing your request Anna Hicks at ahicks@endeavorbusinessmedia.com.
• Subscribe to our 4 digital magazines at http://rok.auto/thejournal-subscribe.

You can also watch this conversation on YouTube at https://youtu.be/Fey5BO7n0Fo.

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Advances in PID Tuning & Modeling for Process Control

** Named Best Podcast 2 Consecutive Years! 2022 & 2023 Apex Awards of Publication Excellence.

In this episode, The Journal's Executive Editor Theresa Houck chats with Dennis Nash, President & CEO of Control Station, about manufacturing process control and PID tuning. You'll learn:

• What role the PID tuning plays in process manufacturing, and how advances in automation infrastructure have affected the use of PID controllers.
• The difference between PID tuning and modeling, and how they're related.
• The most common methods for accessing data used to calculate a model and generate tuning parameters.
• Advantages and disadvantages of using both historical data and live data.
• How to use "live historical" data to get the best of both worlds, including cybersecurity.

And as always, get your family-friendly, silly Joke of the Day.

Resources from this episode:

• Learn about Control Station, a Rockwell Automation Technology Partner.
• Download Control Station's white paper, “Successfully Optimizing Regulatory Controllers Without Risking Data Security.”
• Check out Control Station's webinars.

You can also watch their conversation on YouTube at https://youtu.be/ynIxCjFMmew.

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“Automation Chat" is brought to you by The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork magazine.

In Case You Missed It: “Tips for Conducting an Annual Lockout/Tagout Audit”

** Named Best Podcast 2 Consecutive Years! 2022 & 2023 Apex Awards of Publication Excellence.

This is another episode in our series “In Case You Missed It,” where Executive Editor Theresa Houck brings the written word to life by reading a great article from The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork magazine. In this episode, Theresa reads, “Tips for Conducting an Annual Lockout/Tagout Audit.”

And as always, get your family-friendly, silly Joke of the Day.

Resources from this episode:

• Read the article online: “Tips for Conducting an Annual Lockout/Tagout Audit.”
• Lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures outlined by OSHA standard 1910.147.
• How do you know who is an authorized employee to conduct LOTO procedures?
• Subscribe to our 4 print magazines (Feb., May, July and Oct.) by e-mailing your request Anna Hicks at ahicks@endeavorbusinessmedia.com.
• Subscribe to our 4 digital magazines at http://rok.auto/thejournal-subscribe.
  
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Why Not Use Wire in Pipe Instead of VFD Cable?

** Named Best Podcast 2 Consecutive Years! 2022 & 2023 Apex Awards of Publication Excellence.

A VFD cable is a three-phase cable with integrated grounds and a shield. But why can't you just use individual conductors like THHN or THWN and place them in conduit instead of using a VFD cable? Executive Editor Theresa Houck chats with Steve Wetzel, Senior Product Engineer at Southwire Co., about what kind of wire people use in wire-in-pipe installations, the drawbacks to using wire in pipe, the serious issues this causes, and why VFD cable is a better option.

And as always, get your family-friendly, silly Joke of the Day.

Resources:

• Visit Southwire Co. at Booth #526 at the 2023 Automation Fair Event.
• Learn about Factory Power & Automation | Southwire.

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Video of this podcast conversation is available on YouTube at https://youtu.be/1fCcSqeBeoE.

Understanding PLC-Based Stepper Motion Control Compared to Servo Motors

** Named Best Podcast 2 Consecutive Years! 2022 & 2023 Apex Awards of Publication Excellence.

In this episode, The Journal's Executive Editor Theresa Houck chats with Matt Tellier from Advanced Micro Controls, Inc. (AMCI) about how stepper motors and servo motors work, what comprises each system, and how technology has closed the functionality gap between steppers and servos. Find out types of integrated steppers and their applications, and technical specifications of each to help you choose the right one for your application.

And as always, get your family-friendly, silly Joke of the Day.

Learn about Rockwell Automation Technology Partner Advanced Micro Controls Inc. (AMCI).

• Download the AMCI white paper, "Understanding PLC-Based Stepper Motion Control.”
• Visit AMCI at Booth 687 at Automation Fair.
• View webinars from AMCI.

You can also watch their discussion on YouTube at https://youtu.be/JBgws4K_5qA.

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Brought to you by The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork magazine.

What’s Coming Up in The Journal: October 2023

** 2 Consecutive Awards for Best Podcast, 2022 & 2023 APEX Awards of Publication Excellence.

In this brief episode, Executive Editor Theresa Houck tells you what topics we’re covering in the next issue of The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork magazine — our October print magazine that mails Oct, 12.

Learn about upcoming stories on safety, sustainability, and agility; optimizing gas processing; virtual modeling; industry automation trends; and our special 2023 Automation Fair Show Preview.

And as always, get your family-friendly, silly Joke of the Day.

Resources:

• To subscribe to our 4 print magazines (Jan., Apr., July and Oct.), e-mail Anna Hicks at ahicks@endeavorbusinessmedia.com.
• Subscribe to our 8 digital magazines by visiting http://rok.auto/thejournal-subscribe.

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A Big Deal for Finding Workers: AAM Helps Manufacturers & Veterans Team Up to Fill Jobs

** Named Best Podcast 2 Consecutive Years! 2022 & 2023 Apex Awards of Excellence.

The skilled worker shortage is stifling the manufacturing industry. Meanwhile, U.S. military personnel have incredible skills that would be valuable to manufacturers. Learn how the two are brought together by the Academy of Advanced Manufacturing (AAM), a joint initiative created by ManpowerGroup and Rockwell Automation to provide U.S. military veterans with upskilling for advanced manufacturing roles, helping them find jobs and helping manufacturers fill open positions. See how you can participate in the program too.

Also, Jim Rupert tells Executive Editor Theresa Houck how system integrator EOSYS benefits by participating in the AAM program, and U.S. Navy veteran Kyle Radley explains what the training entails and how he got his EOSYS controls engineer job.

And as always, get your family-friendly, silly Joke of the Day.

• Academy of Advanced Manufacturing (AAM).
• Graduates from the AAM Program are certified in these skills.
• Apply to the AAM Program with this Application Form.
• How Rockwell Automation & ManpowerGroup developed the AAM.
• Learn about System Integrator EOSYS.
• Visit EOSYS at Booth #786 at Automation Fair.
• Learn about the Department of Defense Skillbridge Program.

You can also watch their discussion on YouTube at https://youtu.be/idrMdhetnsk.

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In Case You Missed It: “Understand the Potential of Digital Thread”

** Named Best Podcast 2 Consecutive Years! 2022 & 2023 Apex Awards of Excellence.

This is another episode in our series “In Case You Missed It,” where Executive Editor Theresa Houck brings the written word to life by reading a great article from The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork magazine. Theresa reads, “Understand the Potential of Digital Thread.” Learn what it is and best practices for implementation.

And as always, get your family-friendly, silly Joke of the Day.

Resources from this episode:

• Read the article online: “Understand the Potential of Digital Thread.”
• Learn more about digital thread.
• Gartner's Top Strategic Technology Trends For 2023: Applied Observability Report.
• To subscribe to our 4 print magazines (Jan., Apr., July and Oct.), e-mail Anna Hicks at ahicks@endeavorbusinessmedia.com.
• Subscribe to our 8 digital magazines at http://rok.auto/thejournal-subscribe.

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