Eric Reiner
Eric Reiner, IPC and MX-System Product Manager, Beckhoff Automation LLC.
Articles
How to achieve cabinet-free enclosure design with a phased approach
The benefits of cabinet-free machines are attainable for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and end users with reasonable goals and a phased approach. Three levels to this phased approach are highlighted.
Uninterruptible power supplies reduce machine downtime
While UPS technologies are no longer optional in critical machine designs, engineers should still have options to select the best device for brownfield or greenfield applications.
Many-core technology fills in the blanks for advanced machine control
Cover Story: As machines incorporate more complex components and software, many-core industrial PCs (IPCs) offer the processing and core isolation capabilities to realize smart factory and Industry 4.0 concepts. How many cores do certain applications need?
Scalable and modular HMI options support many industry applications
Flexible human-machine interface (HMI) solutions maintain the advanced functionality of modern hardware while adapting to the needs of each application.
Hardware capabilities impact edge computing success
Industrial PCs offer a range of processing capabilities, form factors, and certifications that engineers must consider when implementing edge computing strategies in new applications or legacy systems.
Keeping the ‘human’ in human-machine-interface
Advances in human-machine interfaces (HMIs) are more lean and efficient with wearable technology and web-based software.
PC-based controls: Expanding plant-floor architectures from the edge to IIoT
Edge devices facilitate data processing at the plant level, increasing security and using Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) standards.
How a PC-based control system is an option for every application
Cover Story: As automation technology accelerates in the industry, PC-based control is an option for every application and for successful implementation for Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and Industrie 4.0 initiatives.