Month: November 2023

Industrial automation systems have revolutionized manufacturing and processing industries, improving efficiency and productivity. However, with the increasing complexity of machinery, ensuring worker safety has become a significant challenge. Safe Torque Off (STO) is an essential safety feature in industrial automation system. Its key design is to mitigate risks and protect personnel and machinery.

What is Safe Torque Off

Safe Torque Off (STO) is a critical part of the overall functional safety framework compliant with international standards such as IEC 61508 and ISO 13849. The primary purpose of STO is to ensure the controlled and safe deactivation of the torque produced by electric motors. This stops the motion of machinery in a controlled and secure manner. It allows for the decoupling of the motor from the load, ensuring that it cannot generate any motion or torque.

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Updated on December 7, 2023 by Joe Kaminski

This holiday season, it isn’t Santa who does all the work behind the scenes— it’s your city’s delivery drivers! Delivery drivers are the vital link between online clicks and the gratifying thump of a package arriving on the doorstep. Whether it’s that last-minute gift for the in-laws or more holiday decor, they’re the unsung heroes who make it happen. Yet, the delivery driving experience can differ dramatically from one city to the next.

We put 100 U.S. cities under the microscope, examining factors like hourly wages, road conditions, availability of public restrooms, and more to discern where your presents will be delivered with ease and where drivers will struggle most to play Mr. Claus. Curious about where your city stands? Buckle up, and let’s hit the road!

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Updated on December 7, 2023 by Joe Kaminski