It's important for engineers and project managers alike to keep up to date with current events going on in their industry. Here we've collected some articles of relevance, on both technical and business topics of interest, written both by our team of experts here at DMC, and other, external industry experts recognized worldwide.
Control Engineering Features DMC Data Acquisition Application
DMC developed a custom LabVIEW data acquisition application to leverage SystemLink as a central database for storing and serving up data for data analysis and visualization. Read article.
Control Design Features 7 Questions with DMC CEO Frank Riordan
Frank Riordan answered seven questions about the organization and how technology is affecting the industry. Read article.
Robotics Online Features Interview with DMC's Leon Grossman
Robotics Online interviewed DMC Project Manager Leon Grossman about how to choose a systems integrator. Read article.
IAMCP Features Interview with DMC's Rick Rietz
The International Association of Microsoft Channel Partners (IAMCP) featured an interview with Rick Rietz, DMC’s Director of Consulting Services about developing relationships within the association. Read article.
CSIA Features Interview with DMC's Dan Freve
The Control Systems Integrator Association (CSIA) recently featured an interview with Dan Freve, Project Director and DMC Boston lead, about DMC’s involvement with the association. Read article.
DMC Named an SI Giant by Control Engineering
DMC was recently recognized in the August 2014 issue of Control Engineering as one of 100 System Integrator Giants. Read article.
DMC Joins Siemens SIMATIC IT Partner Program
DMC has once again teamed up with Siemens, joining the SIMATIC IT Partner Program. Proficient in attaining production process transparency, identifying requirements, and developing, maintaining, and implementing leading MES solutions based on SIMATIC IT, DMC and Siemens offer technical expertise and advice to clients nationwide. Read article.
DMC Develops Thermoregulatory Test Chamber for Lurie Children’s Hospital
The International Society of Automation (ISA) featured DMC’s pediatric thermoregulatory test chamber project in InTech Magazine. The article highlights Lurie Children’s Hospital’s collaboration with CSIA-certified DMC for this one-of-a-kind solution. Read article.
DMC Named A Best Place to Work in Chicago by Crain’s
Crain’s Chicago Business recognized DMC as one of the top five “Best Places to Work” in Chicago for both Millennial and Gen-X employees and the top company for “Employee Engagement.” Read article.
DMC Weighs in on Precision and Accuracy
Control Design for Machine Builders asked DMC Engineers for Their Input - Read article.
Engineering Project Management: How Microsoft SharePoint and Dashboards Can Help
Control Engineering highlights a presentation given by Rick Rietz, DMC's Director of Consulting Services, at the 2012 Control System Integrators Association (CSIA) Executive Conference on how sharing project information with SharePoint can motivate your team. Read article.
Cycles for Change: Bicycle Automated Endurance Test System
DMC develops a test system to perform fully automated endurance, fatigue, and life-cycle testing of a new clutch design for cargo bikes distributed by World Bicycle Relief. Read article.
Tips and Tricks for Legacy Hardware
Finding information on old industrial hardware isn't as easy as looking up technical support on your new computer. DMC's Danny Budzinski offers 6 tips for locating the legacy systems information you need. Read article.
A Clear Machine Vision
Selecting a machine vision platform? DMC's Cesar Pena offers tips on determining inspection requirements and the importance of selecting the right experts to meet your needs. Read article.
Key Points Shared: The Perils of Conflicting KPIs
Joe Feeley of ControlDesign.com reviews DMC’s Dashboarding and SharePoint Workshop event and illustrates the perils of poorly planned key performance indicators. Read article.
Exercise Control of Software Versions
DMC President Frank Riordan explains why the best version-control technology does you no good if you don't have the discipline to follow it consistently. Read article.
A Solution for Testing Battery Management Systems
DMC teams up with Pickering Interfaces to develop a new PXI Battery Simulator Module. DMC is also the first to use the new PXI module, leveraging it in automated BMS test systems. Read article.
Guide for Selecting & Working with a Control Systems Integrator
The Control Systems Integrators Association sets up some guidelines and tips for choosing an integrator for your Control Systems project. DMC is 1 of only 3 CSIA certified integrators in Illinois. Read article.
System Integrators Bring Value
DMC President Frank Riordan talks about what differentiates an average integrator from the best. Read article.
Successful SI Relationship Tips
Already have a Systems Integrator? DMC President Frank Riordan gives some tips on getting the most out of your relationship with your SI. Read article.
The Perils of Shipping Too Soon
Think twice before shipping a machine to a customer site before working out all the bugs it might encounter when it gets into a real production environment. DMC President Frank Riordan gives some insight into this all-too common problem. Read article.
PC-Based Controls or Dedicated Controller?
Considering the advantages of using PC Based Controls vs. a Dedicated Controller like a PLC? Actual engineers in the field weigh in on the issue to lay out the advantages and disadvantages between the two options. Read article.