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Control Intelligence

Welcome to Control Intelligence, a ControlDesign.com 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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Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

Uses of wireless, battery-free pushbuttons 09.12.2024

In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Tobey Strauch, editor in chief Mike Bacidore discusses wireless battery-less technology.

Exploring AI capabilities with Rockwell Automation 02.12.2024

In this episode of Control Intelligence, editor in chief Mike Bacidore discusses how Rockwell Automation is introducing artificial intelligence into its portfolio of products.

November 2024 industry news: expansions, award nominations and Automation Fair highlights 25.11.2024

In this episode of Control Intelligence, managing editor Anna Townshend shares machine builder and system integrator news highlights from the month of November.

Machine vision vs. computer vision 18.11.2024

In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Rick Rice, editor in chief Mike Bacidore explains the differences between machine vision and computer vision.

5 use cases for the uninterruptible power supply 11.11.2024

In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Joey Stubbs, editor in chief Mike Bacidore shares what uninterruptible power supplies are.

Wireless HMI enables endless control and monitoring 04.11.2024

In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Jeremy Pollard, editor in chief Mike Bacidore discusses the uses of wireless HMI.

October 2024 industry news: acquisitions, new facilities and AI 28.10.2024

In this episode of Control Intelligence, managing editor Anna Townshend shares machine builder and system integrator news highlights from the month of October.

Fiberglass, ABS or recycled plastic materials create unique enclosure troubleshooting scenarios 21.10.2024

In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Joey Stubbs, editor in chief Mike Bacidore shares how to troubleshoot electrical noise in composite enclosures.

Object-oriented programming or ladder logic? 14.10.2024

In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Tobey Strauch, editor in chief Mike Bacidore discusses object-oriented programming in PLCs.

The evolution of the programmable automation controller Video 07.10.2024

In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Jeremy Pollard, editor in chief Mike Bacidore differentiates between programmable automation controllers and programmable logic controllers.

September 2024 industry news: reports, associations and new leaders Video 30.09.2024

In this episode of Control Intelligence, managing editor Anna Townshend shares machine builder and system integrator news highlights from the month of September.

HMIs in hazardous areas Video 23.09.2024

In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Rick Rice, editor in chief Mike Bacidore discusses how to protect HMIs in hazardous environments.

How RFID can be used in real-time inventory management, seamless asset tracking, quality control and streamlined production processes Video 16.09.2024

In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Joey Stubbs, editor in chief Mike Bacidore shares four use cases of radio-frequency identification.

Industrial vs. commercial networks Video 09.09.2024

In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Jeremy Pollard, editor in chief Mike Bacidore discusses how industrial networks differ from commercial networks.

50 years of EZAutomation innovation Video 03.09.2024

In 2025, AVG Automation, parent company of EZAutomation, a midwestern U.S. manufacturer and factory-direct purveyor of industrial automation systems and components, will celebrate 50 years since its founding in 1975. The automation technology landscape has changed dramatically since that time, but many of the underlying industry needs remain unchanged. Control Design editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore...

August 2024 industry news: events, standards and executive appointments Video 26.08.2024

In this episode of Control Intelligence, managing editor Anna Townshend shares machine builder and system integrator news highlights from the month of August.

Embracing cybersecurity with Nozomi Networks Video 19.08.2024

In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Tobey Strauch, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore discusses cybersecurity-enabled controllers.

Protecting and serving data with sensing devices Video 12.08.2024

In this Control Intelligence podcast, written by contributing editor Jeremy Pollard, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore explores networking capabilities with sensing devices.

How RFID continues to evolve in industrial applications Video 05.08.2024

Pepperl+Fuchs’ Michael McCabe explains standardized tags, data transfer rates, capabilities, security and integration

July 2024 industry news: certifications, leaders and obituaries Video 29.07.2024

In this episode of Control Intelligence, Anna Townshend shares machine builder and system integrator news highlights from July 2024.

When to consider Arduino, Raspberry Pi and other microcontrollers Video 22.07.2024

In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Jeremy Pollard, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore explains how new frontiers in machine control have their upsides and their limitations.

Advances in stepper motors to provide precise motion control Video 15.07.2024

In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Joey Stubbs, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore discusses what makes stepper motors more energy efficient and reliable.

How system integrators are using digital tools Video 08.07.2024

In this episode of Control Intelligence, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore shares highlights from a panel discussion that took place at the CSIA Exchange.

What are your sensing options in industrial manufacturing? Video 01.07.2024

In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Charles Palmer, editor-in-chief Mike Bacidore discusses lasers and other position sensing.

June 2024 industry news: new machines, anniversaries and name changes Video 24.06.2024

In this episode of Control Intelligence, managing editor Anna Townshend shares machine builder and system integrator news highlights from June 2024.

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