Control Intelligence

Welcome to Control Intelligence, a podcast that goes deep inside the automation and technology that machine builders, system integrators and end users rely on to keep production humming efficiently.

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Burnstein became president of the Association for Advancing Automation in 2007 after joining in 1983
Aug. 31, 2026
Association for Manufacturing Technology’s mission and what the 2026 IMTS has in store
Aug. 24, 2026
What the CEO of CSIA has learned from system integrators from all over the world
Aug. 17, 2026
Jagannathan Raghunathan shares why security must initially be built into legacy controllers' system architectures
Aug. 10, 2026
The CISA is urging an immediate off-grid shift for OT devices - here's why
Aug. 6, 2026
Terminal blocks can protect PLCs and accelerate troubleshooting if leveraged correctly
Aug. 3, 2026
Does the debate between PLCs and industrial PCs still matter?
July 13, 2026
How wireless sensor deployment affects challenging OT environments
July 6, 2026
How VFDs have become real-time predictive maintenance sensors for the entire drivetrain
June 16, 2026
When should a motor should be allowed to run in an overload condition?
June 8, 2026
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Jeff Johnson discusses XTS linear transport system, No Cable Technology and EcoLine motor modules
June 2, 2026
Arthur G. Russell Company director of technology development Dr. Brian Romano explores the reality of modern industrial automation
May 26, 2026
Closing the loop in factory inspection with artificial intelligence
May 18, 2026
How to ensure digital simulations align with physical reality
May 11, 2026
Robert Little will be recognized at the Joseph F. Engelberger Robotics Award dinner during the Automate Show in Chicago
May 4, 2026
How to differentiate three types of proximity sensors
April 20, 2026
A conversation with industry expert Brian Romano about his journey from bench technician to automation leader
April 6, 2026
Nord Drivesystems' Mark Arisman talks about the digital twin and drive technology
March 27, 2026
How to plan for and coordinate e-stops, safety controllers and sensors
March 16, 2026
Understanding the practical differences between Ethernet and SSI protocols
March 9, 2026
Fanless systems means no moving parts failing, filters clogging or contaminants polluting the enclosure
March 2, 2026
Blast from the past: Revisiting the original PLC vs. PAC podcast from March 2025
Feb. 23, 2026
Mitigating hardware-failure, cybersecurity and tribal-knowledge risks associated with older control systems
Feb. 16, 2026
What to consider when looking to add sensors to a machine for reliability
Feb. 9, 2026