Foxboro
Foxboro control system components in this collection are used primarily for installed Foxboro I/A Series platforms, which are now part of Schneider Electric’s industrial automation portfolio. The products focus on FBMs (Fieldbus Modules), CPUs, controllers, and termination assemblies required for system maintenance, spare replacement, and incremental expansion. This category is intended for users maintaining existing Foxboro systems rather than deploying new control architectures.
Blog posts
How to Train Your Maintenance Team for Industrial Automation Systems
Proper training of maintenance teams is essential to prevent downtime and ensure smooth operations in industrial automation. With PLCs, DCS, SCADA, and IoT systems, technicians need advanced skills to manage complex control systems. This guide provides a structured approach to building a capable team.
Understanding Fail-Safe in Siemens PLCs for Industrial Automation
In industrial automation, safety PLCs provide advanced protection beyond standard types. They safely shut down machinery during faults, reducing external hardware needs. Certified to SIL and IEC/ISO standards, they ensure functional safety in factory automation, protecting both personnel and critical equipment.
Understanding GE Fanuc Emerson Field Control for Industrial Automation
GE Fanuc Emerson’s Field Control I/O offered a compact, DIN-rail-mounted solution for industrial automation. Ideal for water treatment and process plants, its integrated design saved panel space and simplified wiring. Though reliable, this line is now obsolete, requiring a shift to modern, high-speed remote I/O.