November 2017

Cloud computing versus fog computing. Vladimir Timofeev/iStock
Process Control & Automation

Fog computing versus cloud computing

Nov. 27, 2017
A look at the future of SCADA and BMS servers in the age of cloud and fog computing
More than 1,400 exhibitors are expected at POWER-GEN International in Las Vegas. Image courtesy of POWER-GEN International
News & Notes

What to expect at POWER-GEN International

Nov. 14, 2017
Power professionals to gather for solutions and innovations event in Las Vegas.
Environmental conditions can have a tremendous effect on turbine performance and filter reliability, often more so than normally considered. All images courtesy of CLARCOR Industrial Air
Filtration & Separation

Is your filtration system really working for you?

Nov. 13, 2017
Access to running data for turbines enables real-time product development and testing to ensure filters are giving the best protection.
Image 1. A puller designed to remove a failed bearing safely and properly. All graphics courtesy of SKF
Bearings & Seals

Bearing installation and removal basics

Nov. 9, 2017
An investment in proper tools, training and time will result in cost savings and prolonged bearing and machine life.
Image 1. In the life sciences industries, just getting to a temperature sensor can be a problem because of the number of surrounding devices, and the need to maintain cleanliness. All images courtesy of Endress+Hauser
Instrumentation

Advances in temperature calibration procedures

Oct. 31, 2017
Recent developments eliminate unnecessary calibrations and speed up the time it takes to do calibrations in the field.