Factory automation > Controllers

Forescout reveals exploitable vulnerabilities in Modicon PLCs

14 February, 2023

Forescout's research division has revealed deep lateral movement vulnerabilities for Modicon PLCs that enable remote code execution.


Brooks Instrument SLA Series biotech mass flow controllers

17 January, 2023

Three certifications for the Brooks Instrument SLA Series biotech MFC products help OEMs and end users satisfy key safety, legal and regulatory requirements.


Siemens SIMATIC S7-1200 controllers

01 December, 2022

SIMATIC S7-1200 controllers feature a comprehensive range of technological functions and integrated communication as well as a compact and space-saving design.


Siemens announces controllers supporting MTP standard

15 November, 2022

Siemens has launched both a new software version and new hardware components for its Simatic PCS neo web-based process control system.


A quiet revolution in industrial control systems

10 October, 2022 by Harry Mulder, Beckhoff Automation

The need for greater processing power and better, more open software has led to the (quiet) infiltration of the IPC into the traditional PLC market.


Beckhoff introduces software-based control redundancy

14 September, 2022

Beckhoff has announced a software-based redundancy solution utilising twin industrial PCs (IPCs).


Collaboration improves bovine serum albumin yield

21 June, 2022

A collaboration between Bürkert and Bovogen Biologicals to improve centrifuge control has resulted in improved yield and reduced product loss.


Emerson PACSystems RSTi-EP CPE 200 PACs

09 June, 2022

The CPE 200 controllers are designed to deliver large PLC capability in a small, cost-effective, IIoT-ready form factor.


ICP-DAS XP-9371-WES7 programmable automation controller

02 June, 2022

ICP Australia has introduced the ICP DAS XP-9371-WES7, a 3-slot metal standard PAC with an Intel Atom E3827 CPU.


CLICK PLUS programmable controller

06 May, 2022

The CLICK PLUS PLC is designed to combine the simplicity of the original CLICK PLC with additional features that include Wi-Fi, MQTT, data logging and mobile access.


Vulnerability in Rockwell Automation PLCs allows hidden code

01 April, 2022

Claroty and Rockwell Automation have disclosed two security vulnerabilities in Rockwell's PLCs and engineering workstation software.


Seven misconceptions about smart factories

21 December, 2021 by Sharmila Annaswamy, IoT Analytics

Research by IoT Analytics GmbH on smart factories shows that there are some common misconceptions about what it takes to realise a smart factory.


Beckhoff MX-System controllers

20 December, 2021

Beckhoff's MX-System is designed to offer a flexible, space-optimised and intelligent system solution that replaces the conventional control cabinet.


PLC vs embedded control: which one is best?

15 December, 2021 by John Young, APAC Sales Director, EU Automation

PLCs have been at the core of almost any automated system for many years; however, embedded systems can perform the same function for a fraction of the price.


Siemens LOGO! microcontroller starter kit

01 December, 2021

LOGO! starter kits from Siemens come with everything needed to get started with basic automation applications.


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