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As New Zealand manufacturers adopt new automation and digital technologies, industrial networks are evolving to connect new systems with existing equipment. Explore how networking, connectivity, remote access and security are coming together to build infrastructure that can evolve with the application.

Key considerations for New Zealand OEMs and machine builders when selecting UL-rated cable for machinery destined for the US or Canada covering UL Listed vs UL Recognised cable, certification, installation, screening, mechanical and environmental requirements, plus a practical cable selection checklist.

A recent project to retrofit and modernise the hydraulic control system at a U.S. Space Force telescope facility in Hawaii brought together Delta Motion's RMC200 dedicated motion-control platform and Temposonics R-Series V FLEX high-precision linear position sensors to coordinate eight hydraulic cylinders controlling the movement of the Advanced Electro-Optical System (AEOS) telescope dome on the island of Maui. The system needed to continuously monitor position and force feedback and keep the cylinders synchronised as the structure moved.

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LAPP ROBUST cables are designed for harsh industrial environments where cables are exposed to chemicals, oils, water, UV, ozone, weather and frequent cleaning. The range includes ÖLFLEX® power and control cables, UNITRONIC® data cables and ETHERLINE® industrial Ethernet solutions for food and beverage processing, machinery, agriculture, wastewater treatment, car washes and other demanding applications.

As industrial networks become more connected, protecting critical infrastructure against cyber threats is essential for maintaining operational reliability. Moxa delivers secure connectivity solutions designed specifically for OT environments, combining industrial networking and cybersecurity capabilities to help organisations strengthen protection without adding unnecessary complexity.