Improving plant efficiencies starts with bridging the gap between workforce generations. Generation X can help connect traditional industrial applications with digital manufacturing. See three benefits of mobility on the plant floor and implementation advice.
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Nate Kay has been a part of MartinCSI since 2005. In those years, he has earned a professional engineer designation and been promoted to Project Manager.
Continue readingProof of Concept, Testing for Integrated Vision Applications
Inside machines: A control system integrator and automation vendor have jointly developed a vision lab where they will offer machine vision testing, advice, proof-of-concept work and validation services. See advice about machine vision applications.
Continue readingA Tale of System Integration Success
When looking for a system integrator, users should seek out those with knowledge, experience, reliability, and integrity.
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MartinCSI Project Engineers, Josh Terrell and Ian Visintine received Omron FH/FZ Vision training certifications in Illinois, February 2017
Continue readingOpening Eyes to Machine Vision
System integrator adds machine vision lab to its technology showcase to help manufacturers better understand the technology’s range of applications.
Continue readingBest Practices to Help with Multiplatform System Integration
Learn these tips when integrating industrial automation devices and systems across control system platforms. When integrating different platforms for devices in at a plant, there are many steps to take to make sure different platforms are integrated correctly and efficiently. These three key tips and tricks can help determine if multiplatform system integration is the best path to take.
Continue readingA Vision for the Future – Ohio’s Only Omron Vision Lab
When we moved into our new building in 2015, we were approached by Omron to help create a new state of the art Vision Lab in our facility. Vision systems use cameras, lights and lenses to inspect and process information used for quality control. This Vision Lab is unique in many different aspects, and is the only Omron Vision Lab in the state of Ohio.
Continue readingFive Automotive Industry Advances, Lessons for Other Industries
The automobile is used every day by millions of people to get them where they need to be safely. Lessons learned in the automotive industry can be applied to other industries. Five advances, in particular, should be considered if they haven’t been already, on the topics of traceability and data collection, upgrades, machine vision, robotics, and safety systems.
Continue readingSelecting a Control System Integrator for Your Automation Needs
There are many options out there — how do you choose one Control System Integrator over the rest? Automation is a key part in keeping your operation running, and it’s very important to find the perfect system integrator for you. Here are some suggestions we thought would help in your decision making process:
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