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Why Do Data Centers Need Specialized Cooling Hoses?

As artificial intelligence (AI) adoption continues to accelerate, the demand for data centers and precise cooling has...

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What is Single-Pair Ethernet? How One Pair of Wires is Streamlining Industrial Networks

"Simplify, save time, save money, value design." If you're an engineer, these aren’t just buzzwords; they're...

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How Condition-Based Monitoring Supports Predictive Maintenance Strategies

Editor's note: This post has been updated in July 2025 for comprehensiveness.

Imagine you're a maintenance professional...

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IP Ratings Explained: What IP65K, IP67, and IP69K Really Mean

Editor's note: This post has been updated in June 2025 for comprehensiveness.

IP ratings are specified so operators can...

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STEM Success Story: Building Confidence, One Traffic Light at a Time

At Germantown Academy (GA), the Senior Project program is more than a tradition; it’s a rite of passage. For over 50...

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10 Benefits of Wi-Fi 6 in Industrial and Manufacturing Environments

Wi-Fi 6 isn’t just about faster downloads on your phone; it’s a next-level solution for industrial environments. From...

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Stop Electrical Hazards Before They Happen: How Proxxi by Grace Adds a New Layer of Protection

You can’t hear it coming. You can’t see it. You can’t smell it. But in an instant, it can stop a heartbeat.

That’s the...

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Still Seeing Varnish in Your Hydraulic System? Here's What Your Routine Oil Analysis Might Be Missing

You’ve got the right filters.You’re using top-tier lubricants.Your maintenance schedule is dialed in.

And yet—the...

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Phoenix Contact Terminal Blocks: Push-X Innovation Explained

When people think of Phoenix Contact, one product often comes to mind: the terminal block. And that’s no...

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How to Size Climate Control Devices for Electrical Enclosures: A Practical Guide with RiTherm

Editor’s Note: This blog post was updated in May 2025 (originally published in May 2022) for accuracy and...

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Understanding Pneumatic Symbols in a Pneumatic System

Ever looked at a pneumatic schematic and felt like you were trying to crack a secret code? You’re not alone. 

Pneumatic...

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