Technical Articles
Belden Inc. has published these technical articles:
(Networking Equipment)
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It’s no secret that these OT systems have traditionally trailed behind IT when it comes to innovation. Because the implications of downtime are so detrimental, there tends to be a...
(Power Supply and Conditioning)
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Power keeps your data center infrastructure functioning—but power also impacts how much it costs to do so. The more efficiently you can use power, the lower you can expect your data...
(Networking Equipment)
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What does “sustainability” mean when you’re talking about a data center? Everyone you speak with in the industry has a different definition—and every organization’s own...
(Wire and Cable)
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To help project managers effectively oversee cabling projects, Belden is in the process of creating virtual training and education for this group of professionals. As we pull the content together,...
(Networking Equipment)
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After months of empty stadiums and ballparks, fans were more than ready to return to the teams they love. Since March 2020, sporting events have progressed in stages: from cancelled games and playing...
(Wire and Cable)
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When it comes to the world of enterprise networks, Bob Dylan may have said it best: The times, they are a-changin’. And they’re changing fast. Every day, data rates continue to climb....
(Fiber Optics)
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We've been taking a close look recently at specific environments and applications that are now calling for fiber - and why. Last month, we unveiled three factors propelling stadium technology. This...
(Wire and Cable)
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There are many other factors to consider when thinking about what makes a data center truly sustainable, regardless of when it was designed or built. Some of the decisions you make about cabling and...
(Engineering Services)
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We’ve asked this question before: What does “sustainability” mean when it comes to data centers? The industry has different definitions—and every organization has its own...
(Specialized Industrial Products)
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Ever since its adoption in 1998, LEED-the U.S. Green Building Council's green building project and performance management system-has morphed over the years to continue to encourage environmental...
(Networking Equipment)
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In a previous blog, Changing the Face of Automation Networks with TSN, we talked about the what and why of Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN). Now that we have a good understanding of what it is and why...
(Data Acquisition Products)
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Lights-out data centers may not be mainstream yet (although many IT departments already work with technology like software-defined networking [SDN] and virtualization), but COVID-19 showed many...
(Networking Equipment)
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With a 20-year lease on Turner Field set to expire, the Atlanta Braves were ready for a new home in Cobb County, Georgia. Rather than renovating the existing site, the franchise opted to invest in a...
(Wire and Cable)
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One of the most exciting things about the ICT industry is its pace of change and growth. One of the most challenging things about the ICT industry is its pace of change and growth. (Do you notice a...
(Networking Equipment)
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When Ethernet was first developed, it was under a plug-and-play model where all devices that needed to be on the local area network (LAN) had to be connected to a central router using Ethernet cable....
(Wire and Cable)
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If you ask the technology professionals who are focused solely on Industry 4.0 and digital transformation, they may tell you that the data bus is dead. Why would they say this? They’re likely...
(Networking Equipment)
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Whether we're at work, on business travel or even in the hospital, we're all using our mobile devices to consume data at an explosive rate of growth....
(Wire and Cable)
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When you've got a challenge on your hands-compatibility issues, unexpected downtime, cable congestion or difficult moves, adds and changes-what do you do? Where do you start?...
(Wire and Cable)
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Pulling category cable for AV projects is easy ... right?
The answer is "yes" - as long as you follow some simple guidelines!
Like many low-voltage cables, the electrical performance of a category...
(Access Control, Communication and Security)
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Over the past year, the pandemic helped shine an even bigger spotlight on the importance of Wi-Fi across college campuses. As higher-education institutions shifted to online learning-even if the...
(RF, Microwave, and Wireless Components)
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Most of today's cellular and network traffic is generated indoors, whether in an office building, airport or entertainment venue-and the volume of this traffic is on the rise....
(Networking Equipment)
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Belden’s fiber solutions are built for easy installation, to handle various density requirements and to support simple and on-demand scalability. Paired with our unmatched collaborative approach...
(Fiber Optics)
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Within any data center are two distinct and separate spaces known as "white space" and "gray space."
Although these two areas function differently, are managed differently and serve unique purposes,...
(Access Control, Communication and Security)
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As digital technologies, Industry 4.0 and IIoT burst onto the scene, they bring something else with them besides improved productivity, data-driven decision-making and time savings: They bring new...
(Fiber Optics)
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In the late '80s, the Society of Motion Picture Television Engineers (SMPTE) developed a standard for transmitting serial digital interface (SDI) video signals. These uncompressed, unencrypted digital...
(Connectors)
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Many people consider four-connector topology a rule that mustn’t be broken … or a limit that can’t be surpassed: “We can only have four connectors in a channel.” What it...
(Wire and Cable)
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On college campuses across the country, sports venues—such as football stadiums and basketball arenas—are becoming more than just a place where fans can gather a few times a year to cheer...
(Specialized Industrial Products)
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When the pandemic arrived last year, its impact was felt right away in terms of supply and demand. Most of us knew that things like healthcare, education and office work were going to change-at least...
(Wire and Cable)
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If you've ever been involved with a mid- to large-scale fiber optic video distribution or KVM (keyboard, video, mouse) extension application, you know that managing fiber cable in the back of matrix...
(Wire and Cable)
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Working with a partner that owns its research, development and manufacturing processes has many advantages: better communication, the ability to react to the market quickly, rapid testing and lower...
(Wire and Cable)
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As we face a future where technology like IoT, 5G and virtual reality are taking data volumes and data rates to new levels, data centers and enterprise networks are facing challenges unlike ever...
(Networking Equipment)
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You’ve no doubt heard lots about IT/OT convergence, but did you know this? IT/OT convergence will not only bring IT and OT networks together, but also serve as the backbone of everything set to...
(Connectors)
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With so much changing very quickly in manufacturing, sometimes it's easy to overlook just how far technology has come.
Five or six decades ago, for example, most component cables and wires were...
(Industrial Controls Software)
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In our previous blog Navigating ICS Basics: Part 1, we talked about industrial control systems (ICS) and their cyber threats. In part two of this series, we will talk about how to protect these...
(Data Acquisition Products)
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As manufacturing applications become more automated, demands are changing for the IO-Link masters that collect digital inputs and outputs or IO-Link signals and convert the data into a fieldbus or...
(Circuit Protection)
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Just a few months ago, we talked about the intense and growing demands placed on DIN valve connectors in industrial environments. While DIN valve connectors may seem rather insignificant when compared...
(Wire and Cable)
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We rounded up a short list of four technology disruptions that Belden is monitoring closely and think you should be, too....
(Wire and Cable)
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Using Ethernet to distribute audio and video is moving into the mainstream to support digital communications and content. Today, Ethernet has become the global standard for transmitting digital...
(Networking Equipment)
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Just like most other industries operating in today’s digital-first world, industrial sites now need to support remote connected workers. Remote access brings many benefits to the plant floor:...
(RF, Microwave, and Wireless Components)
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Earlier this year, 1,200 MHz of additional spectrum - the 6 GHz band - was made available to the public for Wi-Fi devices....
(Wire and Cable)
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IIoT is set to shape smarter, more responsible operations in the world of consumer packaged goods (CPG). But, as new IIoT and automation strategies are established, it’s easy to underestimate...
(Wire and Cable)
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As technology advances, more data center traffic is moving from server to server instead of moving in and out of the data center....
(Wire and Cable)
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Category 5e, 6 and 6A are Ethernet cable types that the industry knows a lot about; they’re used frequently. But what about Category 7 and 7A—or Category 8? We don’t hear nearly as...
(Fiber Optics)
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It’s no secret that fiber optic solutions are becoming increasingly popular to support a wide variety of technology applications: raised floors in data centers, FTTx and POL/PON networks using...
(Wire and Cable)
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Thorough cleaning and proper pulling: These two factors are key to achieving a high-quality fiber cable installation. Get best practices here....
(Electrical and Electronic Test Equipment)
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There are some important changes coming to the 2026 version of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), and one of our experts shares them in our blog....
(Audio and Video IC)
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You can be an innovator instead of trying to play catch-up when you know what AV technology is coming—and where it may show up. Here’s a short list of what we’re hearing about when...
(Electronics and Microelectronics Manufacturing)
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Today, consumers want products quickly, they expect high levels of quality and they demand customized experiences. Find out how most CPG companies are relying on digitization and automation to respond...
(Networking Equipment)
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Industrial automation will benefit from 5G-TSN integration-once 5G can support time-sensitive networking. Learn about obstacles the industry must overcome before 5G-TSN integration becomes reality....
(Networking Equipment)
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It's time to move from big data to smart data in manufacturing. How can your plant prepare? By following these three steps for digital transformation....
(Wire and Cable)
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The last 20+ months have taken the world on quite a ride: twists and turns through a pandemic, climate disruptions like fires and tropical storms, economic tailspins and changes in leadership. These...
(Networking Equipment)
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Read about four important considerations when designing your modern data center, and how it can become a strategic asset that gives you a strong competitive advantage....
(Power Supply and Conditioning)
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The 2023 version of the National Electrical Code (NEC) introduced the country to a new class of power circuit. It’s one that could change the way buildings and technology are powered in the...
(Networking Equipment)
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POLAN relies mainly on fiber optic cabling, which may positively influence the environment. Learn 4 ways that POLAN can contribute to sustainability efforts in this blog....
(Specialized Industrial Products)
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Integrating 5G and TSN could be a critical step toward establishing more fully connected and productive industrial environments....
(Access Control, Communication and Security)
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IT-OT convergence brings numerous benefits to industrial environments, but also exposes OT systems to security risks. Read this blog to learn how to protect your infrastructure....
(Business Applications)
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In the world of manufacturing, consumer packaged goods (CPG) is an extremely competitive sector. Customers can easily switch from one brand to another as options grow wider every day. Prices are...
(Networking Equipment)
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More devices are connecting to networks—many with speed and power requirements beyond what Category cabling supports. Find out why fault-managed power is a new option to consider....
(Networking Equipment)
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Discover the REVConnect 10GX Wall-Mount Cross-Connect System, a high-density solution for seamless moves, adds, and changes. Learn how Belden's cross-connect systems improve performance, reduce...
(Networking Equipment)
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Cybersecurity is no longer just a data security issue—it’s a public safety issue. Are your intelligent traffic systems resilient enough to guard against cybersecurity threats?...
(Networking Equipment)
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In the next four years, Ericsson predicts that North Americans’ data consumption will increase by 500% per user. In 2026, the average user is expected to consume 48 GB of data monthly....
(Industrial Automation Services)
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In material handling, efficiency matters. The industry’s latest technologies—from cobots and automated guided vehicles (AGVs) to automated storage and retrieval systems—prove just...
(Access Control, Communication and Security)
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Fully remote work has become the norm during the pandemic. Working from home created a heightened need for cloud solutions in OT/ICS environments. However, this transition to the cloud comes with...
(Access Control, Communication and Security)
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The cybersecurity workforce is growing, but not fast enough to fill positions or keep up with cyber threats. Hiring isn’t the answer—tech and automation are....
(Access Control, Communication and Security)
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On Nov. 6, 2021, the highly anticipated Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act was passed by Congress. It’s being called a once-in-a-generation investment in our future. Among the many facets of...
(Wire and Cable)
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Following these tips can help ensure that your cable testing results will be accepted and lead to the certification you want for your copper cabling system....
(Power Supply and Conditioning)
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It takes courage to step out and try something new—something no one else has ever done before. And that’s exactly what Derek and Greg Stevens (known as the “D Brothers” from...
(Networking Equipment)
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When asked about workspaces in a recent survey, most U.S. employees—81%—reveal
ed frustration. Of that group, more than half say they’re envious of the technology available in other...
(Connectors)
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With our new fiber connectivity options, you’ll be able to use space-saving OptiTuff solutions in more fiber applications while supporting fast, easy installation....
(Specialized Industrial Products)
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The challenge in smart building design comes when disparate building systems must come together. The first step: create converged communications infrastructure....
(Networking Equipment)
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Utilities top of the list of cyberattack targets. It’s critical to protect your power transmission and distribution systems, and NERC CIP should be your guide....
(Wire and Cable)
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Bad installation habits will likely affect copper cable performance. An experienced installer outlines best practices—and why they’re important to follow....
(Networking Equipment)
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There are two rules to remember when choosing data center solutions: what works for some may not work for others, and just because it's a trend doesn't mean you need it!...
(Networking Equipment)
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Data centers are moving toward 400G, 800G and 1T connections. Find out what this means for future data center trends, fiber use and network architecture....
(Industrial Automation Services)
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Digital twins and edge computing are powerful on their own. But when you put them together, you unlock even more possibilities....
(Networking Equipment)
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While digital substations have been a concept in the power industry for some time, their adoption has been hindered by factors such as outdated processes, regulations, conservative approaches and...
(Wire and Cable)
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Industrial customers are looking to automation and digitalization not only to improve production performance, but also to enable sustainability, regulatory compliance, and supply chain capacity...
(Data Acquisition Products)
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The data captured by field-level devices in edge environments enables predictive maintenance, paints a clear picture of production and brings new insights to machine performance. Discover how Belden's...
(Wire and Cable)
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Find out why today’s high-rise buildings call for the flame-retardant performance that B1-grade flame-resistant cables can provide....
(Data Acquisition Products)
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If only acquisition costs are used when comparing implementation for an SPE network vs. a conventional network, then you can’t determine true cost of ownership....
(Information Systems Services)
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Through its collaborative Customer Innovation Center, Belden—a leading global supplier of network and digitization solutions—is empowering industrial plants around the world to build solid...
(Wire and Cable Accessories)
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Discover the three steps you need to take to choose the proper cabling for your harsh environment....
(Networking Equipment)
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Through Belden’s digitalization solutions, a major automotive manufacturer now benefits from reliable product defect detection along with the ROI it sought for this investment. Its network...
(Wire and Cable)
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From space savings to less power consumption, there are five big benefits of POLAN deployment. Discover them all in our recent blog....
(Wire and Cable)
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As more entertainment content is produced, the systems you choose to transport audio and video signals can make the difference between engaged fans who can’t wait for what’s next—and...
(Connectors)
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As the demand for IoT and connected technology expands, these innovations aren’t only changing the way people live—they’re also changing requirements for the workers who must design,...
(Industrial Automation Services)
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Satisfied hospital staff often means happier patients and better outcomes. Read our blog to learn how automation improves clinician satisfaction. Patient satisfaction is at the forefront of today's...
(Networking Equipment)
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While the idea of a ubiquitous network is thriving in urban America, rural America is quickly being left behind. As smart buildings, smart neighborhoods and smart cities make life easier for city...
(Access Control, Communication and Security)
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Labor, order accuracy, turnaround time and traceability: Find out how smart warehouses can overcome these operational challenges....
(Networking Equipment)
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By breaking down barriers imposed by legacy infrastructure and disparate data, your plant can fast-track its Industry 4.0 journey by managing its network data and OT data together....
(Networking Equipment)
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Just like fiber and copper cabling systems can be certified for performance, smart buildings can be certified for their intelligence and functionality....
(Networking Equipment)
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Leaving piecemeal approaches behind and scaling industrial data operations across a network of plants is critical to success in the modern industrial landscape....
(RF, Microwave, and Wireless Components)
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When it comes to cybersecurity standards, SCS 9001 encompasses nearly all the process controls in ISO 27001 while also incorporating other security elements....
(Networking Equipment)
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Business as usual won't cut it in a new-world environment. Is your process manufacturing plant ready to roll out digital technologies that will edge out competitors and meet aggressive KPIs and...
(Specialized Industrial Products)
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When it comes to determining the best data center design configurations—in-ra
ck or outside-the-rack designs, for example—the “right answer” is always up for debate. Like many...
(Data Acquisition Products)
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Industry buzzwords can be tricky. Although they're frequently used to engage in conversation about trends and innovations, the terms are constantly changing and can mean different things to different...
(Networking Equipment)
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Because intelligent traffic systems are relatively new, there’s no single way to deploy these concepts and technologies. Here’s how you can still move your ITS systems forward with...
(Networking Equipment)
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Check out 5 ways that the right partner can help your colocation data center serve clients in new ways, generate more profit and create new revenue streams....
(Networking Equipment)
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It's no secret that cyberattacks are on the rise for companies of every size and in every market. Attack surfaces are getting wider as more devices join networks every day. As a result, we'll continue...
(Access Control, Communication and Security)
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When most people think about cybersecurity, IT security comes to mind-but OT security is also crucial to protect digital assets and critical infrastructure....
(Fiber Optics)
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How is fiber cable different than fiber cabling? Are orientation and positioning the same? This blog answers common fiber questions and serves as your go-to resource for common fiber terminology....
(Networking Equipment)
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As more network backbones are built on fiber, new opportunities involving passive optical local area networks (POLAN) emerge. Learn more in this blog....
(Networking Equipment)
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In the realm of operational technology (OT), unconnected devices created “air gaps,” serving as the paramount defense entrusted by organizations with safeguarding the reliability, safety,...
(Data Acquisition Products)
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MQTT’s decoupled communication model presents significant benefits for IT/OT convergence....
(Networking Equipment)
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When it comes to improving OT security, network access control is one of the most effective tools available. Read our blog to find out what role it plays in industrial networks....
(Power Supplies)
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As hotels become increasingly reliant on connected devices, they’ll need flexible, scalable networks like optical LANs and efficient power solutions like fault-managed power....
(Networking Equipment)
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When an OT cybersecurity incident occurs, the consequences can be severe. Find out how industrial environments are doing with their cybersecurity initiatives....
(Wire and Cable Accessories)
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Stadium design complexity is making it harder to plan for all the cables you need on a project. Find out how our Indoor/Outdoor Plenum Broadcast Cables can help....
(Power Supply and Conditioning)
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Recent U.S. energy demand has remained stagnant-until now. Find out how power transmission and distribution companies should prepare for the surge ahead....
(Networking Equipment)
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When you embark on your next network project, make sure you ask these five questions. They'll help you build not only the network of the future, but also a network for your unique needs....
(Networking Equipment)
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When an auto manufacturer deployed a product defect detection system, Belden made sure its automotive plant network could support the new technology to drive ROI....
(Networking Equipment)
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The DuetConnect™ Hybrid Termination Box protects exposed fibers from damage caused by copper conductors terminated in the same space....
(Networking Equipment)
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We're living in an IoT world-one filled with connected devices. Nearly everything is or has a sensor-surveillance cameras, thermostats, switches, routers-that can take cues from the environment and...
(Wire and Cable Accessories)
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As emerging technology is being integrated into live production environments—includi
ng augmented and virtual reality, OTT streaming and the migration to IP—more cabling infrastructure is...
(Power Supplies)
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Meet the stakeholders involved in Single Pair Ethernet decision-making: They help determine whether SPE is right for your industrial automation application....
(Technical Publications and Standards)
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Discover the smart building standards that guide installation, reduce downtime, ensure safety and support evolving tech in intelligent structures....
(Networking Equipment)
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As industrial automation environments leave fieldbuses behind for modern Ethernet, the combination of Single Pair Ethernet and OPC UAFX offers many advantages....
(Wire and Cable)
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To decide whether Single Pair Ethernet is the best approach for your application, compare it to other technologies and see which aligns with your pain points....
(Networking Equipment)
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How do you know if the physical layer of your network—the cabling and connectivity—is performing like it should? It starts by conducting a system audit. Get the details here....
(Wire and Cable)
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New hybrid cable definitions from standards organizations like TIA, NFPA, ISO and ICEA aim to reduce industry confusion and put everyone on the same page....
(Power Supplies)
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Five industry leaders, including Belden, formed the Fault-Managed Power Alliance to advocate for, promote and accelerate fault-managed power adoption....
(Power Supply and Conditioning)
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More electric vehicles (EVs) are hitting the road every month. Currently, there are an estimated 3 million electric cars on U.S. roadways (1% of total traffic), but environmental concerns, improved...
(Networking Equipment)
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Learn how an integrated network centralizes control of your transit system so you can manage trains, tracks, trackside/wayside, stations and OCCs in one place....
(Data Acquisition Products)
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Roadway digitization aims to improve traffic flow and safety, support smart cars and autonomous vehicles, and reduce environmental impact. Learn more about what it will bring to cities, drivers and...
(Information Systems Services)
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A network assessment can capture insights regarding network health, performance and suitability to give industrial networks the attention and expertise they need....
(Networking Equipment)
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Over the past year, Belden’s goal has been to keep you informed about the latest trends and emerging technologies when it comes to smart buildings, data centers and broadcast and AV. Our team of...
(Networking Equipment)
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When it comes to cybersecurity standards, SCS 9001 encompasses nearly all the process controls in ISO 27001 while also incorporating other security elements....
(Industrial Automation Services)
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Enable fully remote and continuous monitoring by digitizing your substation automation systems...
(Networking Equipment)
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There’s no way to avoid the coming of 5G. Although the 5G ecosystem isn’t fully realized yet, it’s well on its way. Data centers that take a wait-and-see approach instead of...
(Technical Publications and Standards)
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When it’s updated later this year, the BICSI 004 healthcare standard will be usable for all healthcare facilities, not just hospitals....
(Networking Equipment)
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Digital twins allow manufacturers to simulate outcomes based on real conditions-without having to carry them out in real life. Learn more about their benefits....
(Networking Equipment)
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How would your life change if everything you needed to live, work and relax was just a walk, bike ride or short bus trip away. Connected communities are gaining traction as a way to unite people with...
(Networking Equipment)
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Easy and secure access to production data is key for plant and asset optimization. Learn about how NAMUR Open Architecture (NOA) makes this access possible....
(Wire and Cable)
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If you're not careful, cables can be the weakest link in the AV chain. Even the most impressive, state-of-the-art AV system can be negatively impacted when the wrong cable is used. How do you keep...
(Networking Equipment)
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With the rise in connectivity and device usage comes the rise of private networks—and the industry is seeing this play out in real-time. Private wireless networks come down to providing reliable...
(Networking Equipment)
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With the rise in connectivity and device usage comes the rise of private networks—and the industry is seeing this play out in real-time. Private wireless networks come down to providing reliable...
(Enclosures)
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When it comes to data center layouts, nothing is ever black and white (gray and white is another story, however!). In many cases, there are no right or wrong answers. Instead, selecting the right...
(Data Acquisition Products)
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With a networking landscape that’s rapidly shifting, the industry is staring down the inevitable rise of edge computing. Recently, we’ve heard questions about this approach to data...
(Wire and Cable)
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In electric vehicles, signal transmission, power supply and driving control are impacted by the quality of the EV cables you choose....
(Networking Equipment)
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Just like IT needs to know how CPG production is going, OT needs to know about orders coming in. There’s no question that IT and OT have different roles to play—and different problems to...
(Data Acquisition Products)
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Which machines hold up production lines? Could your plant increase its machine utilization rates? The only way to know is to capture and analyze OEE data at the network edge. Here's how to make it...
(Power Supplies)
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When machines rely on different data protocols, plants can find themselves stuck along the path to digital transformation. Learn how to get over this hurdle....