Automation Chat

What’s Coming Up in The Journal: September 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 September digital magazine that launches September 21.

Learn about upcoming stories on how topology optimization for parts & components can improve efficiency; why industrial weight indicators are important in weighing applications and support condition monitoring; and how a how a water treatment utility improved reliability by reducing wrong or slow alarm notifications.

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

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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 at http://rok.auto/thejournal-subscribe.

In Case You Missed It: “What You Need from an Edge Computing Platform”

Named Best Podcast 2 Consecutive Years! 2022 & 2023 Award of Excellence. Learn more.

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, “What You Need from an Edge Computing Platform.”

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

Resources from this episode:

• Read the article online: “What You Need from an Edge Computing Platform.”
• On-demand Webinar: "Modernize & Optimize OT with Edge Computing."
• White Paper: "How to Modernize & Optimize Operational Technology from Plant Floor to Enterprise."
• 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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Fan Favorite: Misconceptions About Shock Safety (Encore)

** 2022 & 2023 Award of Excellence Winner for "Best Podcast," APEX Awards of Publication Excellence.

While we take a brief summer break, we're happy to bring you an encore presentation of one of our fan favorites. Enjoy!

Did you know in the U.S., shock is associated with all electrical-related fatalities? In this powerful episode, host Theresa Houck, Executive Editor of The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork magazine, chats about electrical safety and the misconceptions about shock safety.

She's joined by Mark Pollock, Global Product Manager with Rockwell Automation Technology Partner Littelfuse Inc., and Terry Becker, Electrical Safety Specialist and Management Consultant of TW Becker Electrical Safety Consulting.

Learn about what contributes to severity of a shock; how NFPA 70E and CSA Z462 updates have affected trends in safety incidents: the long-term effects of get shocked; gaps in electrical safety training that need addressed; how industrial GFCIs work; why risk assessments are important; why UL 943C is important; and more.

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

• To subscribe to The Journal's 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.

What’s Coming Up in The Journal: August 2023

** 2 Consecutive Awards of Excellence Winner 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 August digital magazine that launches August 25. Learn about upcoming stories on how to evaluate motor & drive energy efficiency, how high-performance HMIs can improve process control, plus a Q&A about the skilled worker shortage.

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

If you like “Automation Chat,” please leave us a 5-star rating, and follow/subscribe so you don’t miss an episode.

Resources from this episode:

• The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork magazine online.
• 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.

 

In Case You Missed It: “Steps for Achieving Lean Maintenance”

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This is another episode in our regular 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, “Steps for Achieving Lean Maintenance.” Learn how to move maintenance and reliability from a cost center to a value creator.

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

Resources from this episode:

• Read the article online: “Steps for Achieving Lean Maintenance.”
• 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.

Award of Excellence Winner for Best Podcast, 2022 APEX Awards of Publication Excellence.

Solutions Spotlight: How to Reach Sustainability Goals While Boosting Productivity

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This “Solutions Spotlight” episode features a great conversation about how manufacturers can achieve their sustainability goals while simultaneously improving productivity and mitigating risk.

Executive Editor Theresa Houck chats with Wesley Sutton, Global Market Development Lead of Power Systems and Services, and Tadeo Rodriguez, Global Strategic Business Developer, Sustainability, both at Rockwell Automation.

Find out about European carbon regulations that soon will affect North American manufacturers. And learn about Production Automation Solutions, a Rockwell Automation project group that helps users reach sustainability and Environmental Social Governance (ESG) goals.

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

Resources from this episode:

• Contact Wesley Sutton at wcsutton@ra.rockwell.com.
• Contact Tadeo Rodriguez at Tadeo.Rodriguez@rockwellautomation.com.
• Web site: Sustainability Solutions from Rockwell Automation.
• 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.

Award of Excellence Winner for Best Podcast, 2022 APEX Awards of Publication Excellence.

What’s Coming Up in The Journal: July 2023

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 July print magazine that mails July 20. Learn about stories on motor & drive efficiency, high-performance HMIs, strategies to deal with the skilled worker shortage, weighing-status indicators that help achieve high precision, and more.

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

If you like “Automation Chat,” please leave us a 5-star rating, and follow us so you don’t miss an episode.

Additional resources:

• The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork Magazine Online.
• 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.

Award of Excellence Winner for Best Podcast, 2022 APEX Awards of Publication Excellence.

Solutions Spotlight: How a Standardized Process Eases DCS Migration

In this Solution Spotlight episode, learn how to use a repeatable, step-by-step process, called DCSNext, to make sure nothing is missed when migrating legacy systems to modern distributed control systems. Executive Editor Theresa Houck chats with Nick Kristan, Process Solutions Manager, and Scott Hayes, DCSNext Portfolio Manager, at Rockwell Automation.

Also find out about the Front-End Loading (FEL) framework applied for project investigation, solution planning and feasibility. And discover the key to a successful migration.

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

• Contact Nick Kristan, Process Solutions Manager, at nkristan@ra.rockwell.com.
• Contact Scott Hayes, DCSNext Portfolio Manager, at scott.hayes@mavtechglobal.com.
• Web Site: Distributed Control System | DCS Migration Solution (mavtechglobal.com).
• Subscribe to our 8 digital magazines (PDF format) at http://rok.auto/thejournal-subscribe.
• To subscribe to our 4 print magazines (Jan., Apr., July and Oct.), e-mail Carmela Kappel at ckappel@endeavorb2b.com.

You can also watch their discussion on YouTube at https://youtu.be/N2RlvQKcceI.

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Award of Excellence Winner for Best Podcast, 2022 APEX Awards of Publication Excellence.

In Case You Missed It: “Now Boarding: Digital Transformation for Process Automation”

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This another episode in our regular series “In Case You Missed It,” where we bring the written word to life by reading a great article from The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork magazine.

In this episode, the author reads her article! Carol Schafer, Global Senior Marketing Manager of LifeCycle Services at Rockwell Automation, reads, “Now Boarding: Digital Transformation for Process Automation,” from our October 2022 print magazine.

With the true value of modernized continuous and batch operations, you’ll learn why process manufacturers don’t need to fear digital transformation. See how digital systems help address lack of flexibility & agility, unplanned downtime, the skilled worker shortage, cybersecurity threats, and sustainability and compliance needs.

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

Resources from this episode:

• Read the article online, “Now Boarding: Digital Transformation for Process Automation”.
• Web Page: Accelerate Your Potential with the Digital Thread.
• Blog: See The Connected Enterprise Digital Representations of Assets and Operations Create a Roadmap for Improvement.
• To subscribe to our 4 print magazines (Jan., Apr., July and Oct.), e-mail Carmela Kappel at ckappel@endeavorb2b.com.
• Subscribe to our 8 digital magazines (PDF format) at http://rok.auto/thejournal-subscribe.

** Award of Excellence Winner for Best Podcast, 2022 APEX Awards of Publication Excellence.

In Case You Missed It: “How to Control an Electric Motor During a Network Failure”

This is another episode in our regular 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, “How to Control an Electric Motor During a Network Failure.” Learn why programming in the appropriate motor state is crucial to prevent unexpected production losses when network communication issues arise.

And of course, get your family-friendly, silly Joke of the Day. (Pssst! You get a bonus Joke of the Day in this episode!)

If you like “Automation Chat,” please leave us a 5-star rating, and subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode.

Resources from this episode:

• Read the article online: “How to Control an Electric Motor During a Network Failure.”
• To subscribe to our 4 print magazines (Jan., Apr., July and Oct.), e-mail Carmela Kappel at ckappel@endeavorb2b.com.
• Subscribe to our 8 digital magazines at http://rok.auto/thejournal-subscribe.

** Award of Excellence Winner for Best Podcast, 2022 APEX Awards of Publication Excellence.