This forward-thinking power transmission system with wireless light monitoring is an example of the sorts of projects we like for the power generation industry: http://www.automationworld.com/networking/innovative-wireless-system-monitors-power-line-lightsInnovative Wireless System Monitors Power Line Lights | Automation WorldRugged, mountainous terrain posed challenges for what ended up being the largest wireless system of its kind.

ExxonMobil is rethinking factory automation by implementing smart I/O across the boards and standardizing factory junction boxes. Share this article, because this could be big! http://www.automationworld.com/automation-its-time-question-way-its-always-been-doneAutomation: It’s Time to Question the Way It’s Always Been Done | Automation WorldExxonMobil is rethinking the way it automates operations, bucking the traditionally conservative mentality in oil and gas.

Do machines capable of being controlled by PC computers mean the end of PLCs? Read this article and let us know what you think in the Comments. http://www.controldesign.com/articles/2014/plcs-days-numbered/Industrial Components: Are PLCs' Days Numbered?

Power plants looking to update their HVCBs may want to consider the 1505 Continuous Duty Relay. Stepping down 345 VDC without missing a beat, it’s half the price of anything on the market. http://issc-kanson.com/1505-continuous-duty-timer/

If you’re concerned about system security, here’s a useful cyber security checklist for control engineers from Control Engineering Europe: http://www.controlengeurope.com/article/69753/The-cyber-security-checklist.aspx

Have you met the 1505 Continuous Duty Relay? It steps down voltages up to 345 VDC without ever overheating thanks to its energy-efficient design. http://issc-kanson.com/1505-continuous-duty-timer/