Recommended Transmission Media Selection Criteria Industrial Ethernet offers a wide range of transmission media such as copper and fiber. It can be difficult to choose the best media for your application. The following are criteria to consider. Ensure cabling is specified to withstand high voltage, noise, harsh, and potentially hazardous environments factors: Shielded cables are…

Motors are expensive and essential. We’ve defined these standards of motor protection:   Motors can be damaged or destroyed under any of the following conditions: Low or high supply voltage Phase unbalance Continuous excessive loading Single-phasing Jam or stall conditions Ground/earth faults Mechanical failures such as seized motor bearing or binding mechanical linkages   Consider…

You’re invited to the Smart Manufacturing Summit! The future of manufacturing is bright. Smart Manufacturing is predicted to be the next Industrial Revolution and it is driven by connectivity and the unprecedented access to data. We have an opportunity to do great things, but getting started has been daunting. Smart Manufacturing, Industrie 4.0 and Connected…

EECO’s new Connected Power Lab in Raleigh, N.C., is a learning environment to explore interoperability of smart devices over EtherNet/IP. It’s a space to virtually experience innovative technologies and their functional application on the plant floor. Solving Real Problems in the Connected Power Lab Ingredients Manufacturer – North Carolina A North Carolina manufacturer of sweeteners…

This “cheat sheet” provides an overview of the Eaton Power Xpert C445 Motor Management Relay, including classifications, required components, and optional accessories. This document breaks down specific processes into a set of smaller tasks, which will help with commissioning. To understand the architecture and functionalities of a complete C445 Motor Management Relay system, we must…

The purpose of this guide is to help technicians and engineers integrate Yaskawa Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) into a new or existing EtherNet/IP network, specifically Rockwell Automation (RA) Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). EtherNet/IP (EIP) is being used in a wide range of industries and is one of the fastest growing industrial protocols in the United…

The purpose of this guide is to assist technicians and engineers in integrating Eaton’s motor control products into a new or existing EtherNet/IP network, specifically Rockwell Automation (RA) Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). EtherNet/IP (EIP) is being used in a wide range of industries and is one of the fastest growing industrial protocols in the United…

The surge in Ethernet adoption, combined with lower hardware costs, is rapidly changing how we interact with “smart” control and power devices. Manufacturing facilities on the road to modernization can incorporate smart devices, such as newer variable frequency drives (VFDs), with little to no retrofitting. This eliminates the need to rip and replace, which can…

For many industrial plants, connectivity of control system components can be difficult and expensive. Wireless EtherNet/IP provides an easy way to overcome obstacles and extend your network to remote devices. Once these devices are networked efforts must be taken to keep the products secure and safe from cyber security threats. Other highly utilized areas with…

Motor protective relaying has evolved in utility power and industrial systems since protection was introduced more than 100 years ago. Many large industrial plants today still rely on thermal motor protection commonly based on bimetallic relays. While these relays work to shut down motors in dire situations, they aren’t effective at diagnosing and predicting future…

Vibration monitoring has been around for a while and is widely accepted as a ‘first-line’ diagnostic tool to assess the health of critical motors. The usual method for collecting vibration data has been to use portable equipment or hard-wired, networked monitoring solutions, both of which have their advantages and limitations. Collect data too often using portable equipment and you…

Circuit Lock VFD Electrical Disconnect Safety Switch VFD disconnect switches for variable frequency drives ensure electrical circuits are powered-down and de-energized for maintenance. Hubbell’s Circuit Lock electrical motor VFD disconnect switch combines a motor controller and disconnect into one compact, mountable VFD safety wiring device. Because the motor controller doubles as an electrical disconnect, Hubbell’s VFD disconnect can…

Sensors can be challenging to specify, install and program, causing extra work for engineering and maintenance. Two new laser sensors from Banner Engineering address some of the most common issues we have encountered over the years, offering advantages that no other laser sensor range provides.  1.  Sensors are often limited to just one function There are plenty of…

SPECTRACOOL: Filter-less air conditioner, remote access climate control Hoffman SPECTRACOOL Air Conditioners offer energy efficient air cooling technology featuring RoHS compliant filter-less air conditioning. Filter-less air conditioners reduce clogging, corrosion and overheating in industrial cooling system enclosures.   Prevent AC Condensation and Clogging Hoffman SPECTRACOOL automated cooling features an R134a Rotary Compressor for handling air…

The K90 indicators are rugged, large 90 mm indicator lights that provide extremely bright and uniform illumination from all directions and longer distances. These multicolor lights can withstand high levels of impact as well as wash-down with an IP67 enclosure rating. Which indicator is right for your application?  The key differences between the K90L and…

T&B Ty Duct is a premium-quality duct for point-to-point wiring and ideal for electrical enclosures, machine building and data/communications panels and closets. With a unique, two-point, flush-cover design, Ty Duct covers are easily installed in the right place, with less force, and hold a greater capacity. Ty-Duct’s universal mounting clip can be used as a…

Hoffman Vortex Coolers for hazardous locations keep enclosures cool, clean and protected even in hazardous environments. These systems are ideal for applications where compressed air is available in Hazardous Locations. With almost no moving parts, these systems are highly reliable and virtually maintenance free. They’re approved for a 175 F (80 C) maximum ambient temperature…

SPECTRACOOL™ Air Conditioners deliver vital, reliable enclosure cooling in demanding environments, including industrial automation, telecommunications, waste water treatment, material handling, security, defense systems and more. With its energy-efficient compressor and new earth-friendly refrigerant, SPECTRACOOL Air Conditioners are available in Standard, Narrow and Compact configurations that offer a broad range of cooling capacities, power input and…