Automation Chat

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.

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Resources from this episode:

• Read the article online: “How to Control an Electric Motor During a Network Failure.”

** Award of Excellence Winner for Best Podcast, 2022 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 June digital magazine that deploys June 29. Learn about upcoming stories on cloud-based MES in food manufacturing, how VFD cable affects motor performance, tips for secure remote access systems and more.

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• The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork Magazine Online

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

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

Executive Editor Theresa Houck chats with Jason Pennington, Director of Digital Solutions at Endress+Hauser, about trends affecting the increasing demand for digital transformation in process automation. Also learn about some downsides of not taking advantage of digital tools; advancements and unique practices in process instrumentation smart technologies; and how Coriolis technology is improving process automation.

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• Endress+Hauser Web Page

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

his another episode in our regular series “In Case You Missed It,” where Executive Editor Theresa Houck reads a great article from The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork magazine that you might not have seen.

In this episode, Theresa reads the article, “Where Do You Start with Industrial Analytics?” Collecting data and turning it into useful information is vital to staying competitive. In this article, you’ll learn how to implement analytics, from those who’ve already done it.

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

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• Read the article, “Where Do You Start with Industrial Analytics?”

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 April print magazine that mails April 20th. Learn about our upcoming stories on asset performance management, motors & drives, remote access systems and digital thread.

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

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Access resources from today’s episode:

• To subscribe to our 4 print magazines (Jan., Apr., July and Oct.), e-mail Carmela Kappel at [email protected].

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

In this episode from The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork magazine, Executive Editor Theresa Houck discusses important industrial automation trends helping manufacturers and producers with digital transformation and the skilled worker shortage.

Learn about smart technologies and strategies, including more-accessible automation, additive manufacturing, Artificial Intelligence, virtual reality, augmented reality, turnkey robotics, blockchain, wearables and more.

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

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Sign up for the The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork digital magazine.

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

This the first episode in our regular series “In Case You Missed It,” where Executive Editor Theresa Houck reads a great article from The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork magazine that can be useful to you.

In this episode, Theresa reads the article, “4 Common Questions About Zero Energy State & LOTO.” For electrical safety, it’s important to understand Zero Energy State, identify all energy going into and out of equipment, neutralize it, and make it safe to service.

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

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• Read the article, “4 Common Questions About Zero Energy State & LOTO.”

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

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 March digital magazine that launches March 31. Learn about our upcoming stories about the skilled worker shortage, PID controller tuning, and a packaging OEM case study.

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

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

Access more resources from today’s episode:

• To subscribe to our 4 print magazines (Jan., Apr., July and Oct.), e-mail Carmela Kappel at [email protected].

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

In this episode, Executive Editor Theresa Houck talks with Dave Vasko, Senior Director of Advanced Technology at Rockwell Automation, and Jerry Foster, General Vice President of Research & Chief Technology Officer for Plex Systems, a Rockwell Automation company.

Find out how smart technologies, upskilling and reskilling are 3 keys to dealing with the skilled worker shortage — which is projected to continue to skyrocket — and what that entails, including the need for soft skills like problem solving and adaptability to handle evolving technology and business conditions.

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

Subscribe to The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork’s digital magazine.

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** Winner of the Award of Excellence for Best Podcast from the 2022 APEX Awards of Publication Excellence in Corporate Communications. Learn more,

This episode gives you highlights from the 2022 Automation Fair event hosted by Rockwell Automation in Chicago the week of Nov. 14, which drew a record-setting 15,000+ attendees from around the world. Executive Editor Theresa Houck discusses new technologies at the Expo, the hands-on labs & technical sessions, Industry Forums, keynotes and more.

Also learn about expert industry trends discussions, the popular Process Solutions User Group (PSUG), and the Perspectives Day presentations.

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

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• Process Solutions User Group (PSUG) On Demand

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