Workshops

Covering Automation's Hottest Topics! Each session is presented by proven industry experts. Please contact us for local and in-plant seminar details.
AC VECTOR DRIVES	A comparison of the advantages, disadvantages, and application considerations needed when choosing a drive system. Also discussed and considered will be both analog and digital, open and closed loop, and constant torque vs. variable torque systems.
INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION SOFTWARE & SYSTEM SOLUTIONS	HMI/SCADA system solutions that accommodate plant expansion, analyze and compare real-time and historical plant data, and provide flexibility. Also discussed will be the benefits of specialty business software for total integration and control between the plant floor and business system
Machine Control Safety	The focus of this seminar will be risk assessment, safety regulations, responsibility, control reliability, safety circuits, and components.
MOTION CONTROL	Today's high precision positioning devices will be discussed, including: an overview of multi-axis controls with Ethernet connectivity; multi- and single-axis controls with fieldbus connectivity plus; discussion on how to obtain step motor stall detection without encoder feedback.
PC's for the Factory Floor	Showcasing embedded industrial PC products running Windows CE or Windows NT embedded operating systems. Here you will discuss how to determine the best operator software options, and ethernet I/O solutions best suited for your factory.
SENSING SOLUTIONS	Learn sensing facts about photoelectrics, ultrasonics, safety, connectivity, lasers, proximity switches, pressure, temperature, flow, vision and RFID. Valuable info on applying new technology for your applications. Hands-on problem solving and troubleshooting.
TENSION CONTROLS	A guide to the design and selection of speed/torque regulated tension controls using a versatile all-in-one digital control for unwinds, rewinds, dancers, and free loops.
VISION SYSTEMS FOR QUALITY CONTROL	Explore various examples of how a properly selected, installed, and programmed vision system will help increase your machine throughput and product quality.
LUNCH AND LEARN We'll bring industry experts directly on to your site. Here's a great opportunity to provide your personnel with information on products and technical training tailored specifically to your applications and needs -- while enjoying a casual lunch. Contact Greg Pfleger for more information and to schedule a session at 800-989-8500.