Since 1961, Power/mation has proven its expertise in each of the previous industrial revolutions of mechanization, mass production and automation. Power/mation is committed to supporting the progress of industrial automation with the coming of Industry 4.0.

Power/mation is on the leading edge of solution providers in the cyber-physical space. The combination of Power/mation’s expert personnel and its vast portfolio of industry partners means the very best solutions for our customers — now, and into the future.

8:00AM   Registration begins, coffee & pastries served.
11:30AM - 1:00PM   Lunch served.
8:00AM - 4:00PM   All vendor exhibits are open.

Talk to the experts about your specific application!
Give-aways and prize drawings!

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MERGING THE INTERNET & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY WITH INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES    9:00AM
presented by Turck
How can the user benefit from Industry 4.0?

• More efficient production through faster changeover times realized by sensors receiving new functions through a main control.
• Increased plant availability via condition monitoring allowing preventative maintenance without unplanned outages.
• Better quality assurance with automated processes to reduce erroneous deliveries.

What is required and how does a user move toward adopting Industry 4.0?

• Seamless integration of information flow and availability of all relevant data any time at any required place.
• Enhanced horizontal and vertical integration through the creation of value chains beyond corporate boundaries and the production systems within a company.

 

USING ROBOTICS TO AUTOMATE YOUR PROCESS    9:00AM
presented by Power/mation
Power/mation is proud to be one of the few ABB Robotics distributors in the nation. We’ll walk through the advantages of the ABB Robotics line as well as the other robotics solutions Power/mation now offers. We’ll also discuss common robotics applications such as material handling, parts assembly, packaging, palletizing, machine tending, and more. The session aims to be an introduction to the realm of robotic automation.

MAKING THE IIoT A REALITY    9:00AM
presented by RRAMAC Connected Systems
The IIoT promises seamless data flow between industrial equipment and your fingertips. Tangible benefits include less downtime, reduced service costs, improved quality and faster production rates. Whether you are already using the IIoT or see it as a future possibility, this presentation will help you understand both the benefits and potential barriers.Participants will explore:

• Use of the IIoT Today
• Overcoming Barriers
• Identifying ROI
• Integrating for Success

  

IIoT COMMUNICATIONS    10:30AM
presented by Horner
How do you begin to define the architecture of your IIoT? From components and protocols — to dashboards and data storage, this seminar will discuss approaches to system strategies. What are some of the Common Protocols in IIoT? (MQTT, Rest & Custom APIs) Where should the data and dashboard be located? (On the edge device or the cloud) These questions and many more to be addressed.

 

PROTECTING OPERATORS & ENHANCING ROBOT SAFETY    10:30AM
presented by ABB Robotics
Factory aThis introduction will show the capabilities and features of ABB Robotics SafeMove2 which includes a host of cutting-edge safety functions, including safe speed limits, safe standstill monitoring, safe axis ranges and position and orientation supervision.

CYBERSECURITY & IMMINENT HACKING THREATS    10:30AM and 2:30PM 
presented by Power/mation
Preparedness is the finest tool to combat increasingly prevalent, sophisticated cyber attacks. Is your Industrial Internet at risk? Protection priorities between Operational Technology (OT) and Informational Technology (IT) require different approaches. This seminar will present defense strategies to fortify your industrial control system.

 

SMART MONITORING & ANALYTICS WITH THE IIoT    1:00PM
presented by Banner Engineering
Sensors are the nervous system of the IIoT. Banner Engineering is a pioneer of sensor technology and has created a cutting edge line designed specifically for the IIoT. Course attendees will learn how to adapt the sensors of yesterday to work in the IIoT applications of today. This course will show how connecting sensors to the IIoT faces challenges different from a traditional control system.

 

OPTIMIZING CONTROLS WITH SECURE & PERSISTENT INTERNET CONNECTIVITY     1:00PM
presented by GE Automation & Controls
The Industrial Internet Control System is built using modern and secure technologies with roots in the consumer world in order to accelerate the pace at which the industrial digital world is influenced. Learn about this new approach to closed-loop control – founded on the premise that connected controllers, like connected people, take action more intelligently.

 

FROM DISCONNECTED ASSETS TO THE CLOUD     2:30PM
presented by Red Lion Controls
The benefit of the IIoT is streamlining processes to collect data and increase efficiencies. See how rules of the IIoT for data collection and remote connectivity are different than a standard LAN. This presentation discusses the flow of collected data from isolated equipment to the cloud platforms of today using cellular, wireless and wired technologies.

 

CYBERSECURITY & IMMINENT HACKING THREATS    2:30PM AND 10:30AM 
presented by Power/mation
Preparedness is the finest tool to combat increasingly prevalent, sophisticated cyber attacks. Is your Industrial Internet at risk? Protection priorities between Operational Technology (OT) and Informational Technology (IT) require different approaches. This seminar will present defense strategies to fortify your industrial control system.

 

SAFETY RISK ASSESSMENT    2:30PM
presented by Banner Engineering
Identify hazards that may cause damage and/or bodily harm in this comprehensive risk assessment overview. This roadmap will allow you to properly evaluate the hazards of your application and help determine necessary safeguarding devices. Expect a walkthrough of the following topics:

• Risk Reduction Process
• Elements of Risk Assessment
• Control Reliability
• Safety Circuit Structures
• Guarding Deficiencies

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