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• BradyPrinter i3300 - Industrial Label Printer with Wi-Fi• Hubbell - inSIGHT Data Monitoring Solutions• Kendall Electric - E-Commerce Shopping Tools• IDEAL - Twister® ProFLEX• Rockwell Automation - Continuing Education Classes• Panduit - Switch Ready Network Zone System• Data-Linc Group - SRM8200

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• Save the Date - 2020 RAOTM/Tech Summit• Cooper Lighting Solutions - Metalux OHB LED High Bay• Kendall Electric - Cooper Lighting Solutions Promo• Oriental Motor - AlphaSTEP Hybrid Control Systems• Rockwell Automation - E-Learning, GuardLogix Application Development• Rockwell - Cybersecurity, Security Posture Survey

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For additional information, contact your Kendall Electric Account Manager.

Known as a global leader in identification solutions, Brady uses their BradyPrinter i3300 Industrial Label Printer to send a clear message to your workplace: work smarter.

With print smart technology and an abundance of innovative features, the BradyPrinter i3300 can handle just about any identification project with its 4 inches per second print speed, quick material changeovers and label customization.

The BradyPrinter i3300 Industrial Label Printer is ideal for identifying various components – panels, harnesses, PC boards, wires, cables, breaker boxes; a plus when using it across multiple industries.

Brady raises the bar even higher with these built-in features:

• Color touchscreen control panel• Cartridge-based label and ribbon with auto part detection• Intuitive design allows 20-second material changeover• Integrated auto cutter• Wi-Fi connectivity

While other manufacturers partially solve for industrial identification, Brady offers a complete solution including printers, scanners, software, and label materials. You will not need to piece together a system from various manufacturers, simply get it all from Brady.

Backed by more than 100 years of identification experience, domestic technical support, and rigorous R&D testing, the BradyPrinter i3300 Industrial Label Printer offers you a smarter way to label.

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Data collection and analytics are increasingly important to ensuring efficiency, uptime, and quality. The ability to predict costly downtime before it happens is critical to maintaining productivity.Intelligent Data Monitoring devices provide data directly at the point of use for analytics while helping to predict potential process changes. Important power and environmental data provided ranges from revenue grade billable metering, voltage, power, and internal device temperature.The Ethernet Gateway gathers data from data monitoring devices and is the connection point from the wireless to the wired. Data received from all monitoring devices is transferred through a gateway which is then sent to the user’s front end dashboard for visual and historical analysis.

Pin and Sleeve DevicesData monitoring is incorporated into standard IEC packaging, which allows this technology to be easily installed with an existing base. Because of the mesh

communication network, the device self-configures once powered up, automatically connecting to the closest gateway or device.Communication of these systems is separate from primary networks and can be encrypted. Multiple mesh networks can operate independently without data crossing over from one network to the other.

Ethernet GatewaysGateways gather data from all data monitoring devices and transfer it to the users’ front end

dashboard. Upper and lower thresholds will allow the system to immediately notify the designated contact when data is outside set parameters.Hubbell’s wireless mesh network allows for easy installation and implementation. The self-adaptive and self-communicative technology ensures all data is effectively transmitted back to the gateway, eliminating the need to run and connect cables throughout the facility. One

hardwired homerun to a server is all that is required.

Circuit and Environmental MonitorsCircuit Monitors provide a means to monitor single and three phase circuits in pre-configured enclosure kits. These devices support 38–480 amp applications and connect automatically to Hubbell’s self-configuring wireless mesh network. These systems allow for easy installation, with split core current transformers that can connect to existing circuits without the need to disconnect power. This real time monitor can provide insight into power consumption, load balancing, cost allocation, and historical trends.Environmental Monitors can accommodate up to six external temperature probes up to four meters in length. Relative humidity sensing, internal to the device, is also available in this Hubbell model. These monitors communicate on the same wireless mesh network as other Hubbell power monitors, and communicate directly with the Hubbell gateway. Each gateway can accept data from up to 150 monitors.

For more information, contact your Kendall Electric Account Manager or Datacom Specialist.

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Wirelessly monitorand track criticalperformance indicators:

› Current › Power › Voltage › Internal Device Temperature › Utility Grade Metering › Data trends

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The Kendall Electric shopping site is a tool that we constantly work to make better. We want it to be a trusted place for our customers to look for products, and product data to help make well informed purchasing decisions. The E-Commerce group has listened to customers and internal comments and we are making changes that we are confident customers will find useful.

One area we have focused on is the mobility aspect of the site. In web-design terms, that is called “responsive design”. This allows the user to have a more seamless experience using the shop site no matter if you are on your computer, a tablet, or your phone. Our hope is that whether you use the site while you are at work, or if you are at home and decide to look something up on your iPad, that the experience will be consistent

– and you will find exactly what you are looking for.

Another area we have been updating is searching and product content. With this new version of the site,

you’ll see “predictive” results. In the example on the left, when typing in “wire”, not only will you

see product options with “wire” in it, you will see the categories that contain “wire”. This allows you to select an option to help focus the search results to be more inline with what you are looking for without seeing items that aren’t as relevant.

Product pages will not change much, other than some minor tweaks to fit the new design. We have been working with manufacturers, and other data providers, to get better and higher quality data to present to our customers. Some products may now contain 360-degree images, which we can then show on our site. If there are other resources, such as engineering drawings or installation instructions, these will also be made available to you in the resources tab.

Much of the data presented comes directly from the manufacturers, and we work hard to make sure what they send is accurate. But sometimes it isn’t correct, and we appreciate when you let us know about it. If you see something in error on a page, please click on the “How Can We Make This Page Better?” link and let us know. We will do what we can to fix the issue and we’ll notify the manufacturer so they can fix it on their side too.

This is just a small “taste” of the changes you will see in the new year. As always, we look forward to your comments and feedback.

Contact your Kendall Electric Account Manager or the E-Commerce Group (ecommerce@kendallgroup.com).

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Twister® ProFLEX combines the most comfortable connector from IDEAL with the added protection of a flexible skirt. It delivers the widest wire combination range with the highest voltage rating in the industry, every day performance professional electricians can trust.

Features and Benefits• Flexible skirt provides improved protection and adapts to tightly fit electrical boxes with limited space

• Swept wing design with SureGrip™ overmold offers greater comfort, leverage, and torque for faster connections

• Expanding square-wire spring and polypropylene shell deliver a secure connection every time

• Tough, UL 94V-2 flame-retardant shell

Contact your Kendall Electric Account Manager for more information.

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01/14/2020 01/15/2020 CCP182 Essentials of Industrial Ethernet Networks for an OT Professional Jackson, TN01/20/2020 01/24/2020 CCP299 Studio 5000 Logix DesignerLevel 1: ControlLogix Fundamentals and Troubleshooting Kingsport, TN01/28/2020 01/29/2020 CCV209-A FactoryTalk View ME & PanelView Plus Maintenance and Troubleshooting Cleveland, TN01/28/2020 01/29/2020 CCP151 Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 2: Basic Ladder Logic Programming Dalton, GA02/03/2020 02/07/2020 CCP299 Studio 5000 Logix DesignerLevel 1: ControlLogix Fundamentals and Troubleshooting Cleveland, TN02/11/2020 02/12/2020 CCA101 AC/DC Motors & Drives Fundamentals Tuscaloosa, AL02/18/2020 02/21/2020 CCP153 Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 2: ControlLogix Maintenance and Troubleshooting Jackson, TN03/03/2020 03/04/2020 CCA101 AC/DC Motors & Drives Fundamentals Birmingham, AL03/03/2020 03/04/2020 CCN130 Motion Control Fundamentals Knoxville, TN03/10/2020 03/11/2020 CCCL21 Studio 5000™ Logix Designer Level 3: Basic Ladder Logic Interpretation Knoxville, TN03/16/2020 03/20/2020 CCP299 Studio 5000 Logix DesignerLevel 1: ControlLogix Fundamentals and Troubleshooting Montgomery, AL03/16/2020 03/20/2020 CCP299 Studio 5000 Logix DesignerLevel 1: ControlLogix Fundamentals and Troubleshooting Dalton, GA03/17/2020 03/20/2020 CCV204-A FactoryTalk View ME & PanelView Plus Programming Kingsport, TN03/17/2020 03/20/2020 MFG213 Industrial Electrical Controls Fundamentals Tuscaloosa, AL03/24/2020 03/27/2020 CCV204-A FactoryTalk View ME & PanelView Plus Programming Jackson, TN03/24/2020 03/26/2020 SAF-LOG104 GuardLogix Application Development and Troubleshooting Knoxville, TN03/30/2020 04/03/2020 CCP299 Studio 5000 Logix DesignerLevel 1: ControlLogix Fundamentals and Troubleshooting Knoxville, TN03/31/2020 04/01/2020 SAF-COM101 Safety Relays and Devices Maintenance and Troubleshooting Cleveland, TN04/06/2020 04/10/2020 CCP299 Studio 5000 Logix DesignerLevel 1: ControlLogix Fundamentals and Troubleshooting Traverse City, MI04/07/2020 04/09/2020 CCP183 EtherNet/IP Configuration and Troubleshooting Grand Rapids, MI *04/07/2020 04/08/2020 SAF-SFT11218 NFPA 70E — 2018 Electrical Safety and Arc Flash Compliance Birmingham, AL04/14/2020 04/17/2020 CCV204-A FactoryTalk View ME & PanelView Plus Programming Dalton, GA04/14/2020 04/17/2020 CCN144-A Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 4: Kinetix 5700 (CIP) Programming Elkhart, IN04/20/2020 04/24/2020 CCP299 Studio 5000 Logix DesignerLevel 1: ControlLogix Fundamentals and Troubleshooting Jackson, TN04/21/2020 04/22/2020 CCP146 Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 1: ControlLogix System Fundamentals Benton Harbor, MI04/21/2020 04/24/2020 CCP143 Studio 5000™ Logix Designer Level 3: Project Development Fort Wayne, IN04/27/2020 05/01/2020 CCV207 FactoryTalk View SE Programming Knoxville, TN04/28/2020 04/29/2020 CCA182 PowerFlex 750 Series Configuration and Startup Grand Rapids, MI *04/28/2020 04/29/2020 CCA183 PowerFlex 750-Series Maintenance and Troubleshooting Tuscaloosa, AL04/28/2020 05/01/2020 EK-ICM201 Vibration Analysis: Level I Montgomery, AL04/30/2020 05/01/2020 CCA183 PowerFlex 750-Series Maintenance and Troubleshooting Grand Rapids, MI *05/05/2020 05/08/2020 MFG213 Industrial Electrical Controls Fundamentals Jackson, TN05/05/2020 05/06/2020 CCA183 PowerFlex 750-Series Maintenance and Troubleshooting Kingsport, TN05/05/2020 05/06/2020 CCP146 Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 1: ControlLogix System Fundamentals Cleveland, TN05/05/2020 05/06/2020 CCP146 Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 1: ControlLogix System Fundamentals Elkhart, IN05/07/2020 05/08/2020 CCP151 Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 2: Basic Ladder Logic Programming Elkhart, IN05/12/2020 05/14/2020 SAF-LOG104 GuardLogix Application Development and Troubleshooting Tuscaloosa, AL05/12/2020 05/13/2020 CCP152 Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 4: Function Block Programming Knoxville, TN05/19/2020 05/21/2020 FTAC FactoryTalk AssetCentre System Design and Implementation Grand Rapids, MI05/19/2020 05/22/2020 MFG213 Industrial Electrical Controls Fundamentals Bluffton, IN05/27/2020 05/29/2020 CCP183 EtherNet/IP Configuration and Troubleshooting Jackson, TN

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05/27/2020 05/28/2020 CCV209-A FactoryTalk View ME & PanelView Plus Maintenance and Troubleshooting Montgomery, AL05/27/2020 05/29/2020 FTVP-LD Knoxville, TN06/01/2020 06/05/2020 CCP299 Studio 5000 Logix DesignerLevel 1: ControlLogix Fundamentals and Troubleshooting Fort Wayne, IN06/02/2020 06/05/2020 CCP153 Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 2: ControlLogix Maintenance and Troubleshooting Grand Rapids, MI *06/08/2020 06/12/2020 CCP299 Studio 5000 Logix DesignerLevel 1: ControlLogix Fundamentals and Troubleshooting Kingsport, TN06/09/2020 06/10/2020 CCP146 Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 1: ControlLogix System Fundamentals Muskegon, MI06/15/2020 06/19/2020 EMS-230 Motor Control and Troubleshooting Tuscaloosa, AL06/16/2020 06/19/2020 CCV204-A FactoryTalk View ME & PanelView Plus Programming Fort Wayne, IN06/16/2020 06/16/2020 CCA185 PowerFlex 525 Drive Startup and Configuration Jackson, TN06/16/2020 06/19/2020 CCP153 Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 2: ControlLogix Maintenance and Troubleshooting Cleveland, TN06/17/2020 06/18/2020 CCA183 PowerFlex 750-Series Maintenance and Troubleshooting Jackson, TN06/23/2020 06/26/2020 MFG213 Industrial Electrical Controls Fundamentals Montgomery, AL06/23/2020 06/24/2020 CCP146 Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 1: ControlLogix System Fundamentals Knoxville, TN07/06/2020 07/10/2020 CCP299 Studio 5000 Logix DesignerLevel 1: ControlLogix Fundamentals and Troubleshooting Birmingham, AL07/13/2020 07/17/2020 CCP299 Studio 5000 Logix DesignerLevel 1: ControlLogix Fundamentals and Troubleshooting Saginaw, MI07/14/2020 07/15/2020 CCN130 Motion Control Fundamentals Grand Rapids, MI *07/14/2020 07/15/2020 CCP146 Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 1: ControlLogix System Fundamentals Dalton, GA07/20/2020 07/24/2020 CCP250 Accelerated Logix5000 Programmer Certificate Level 1 Knoxville, TN07/21/2020 07/23/2020 CCN202 Kinetix 5700 Troubleshooting and Project Interpretation Grand Rapids, MI *07/21/2020 07/22/2020 CCP146 Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 1: ControlLogix System Fundamentals Traverse City, MI07/23/2020 07/24/2020 CCP151 Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 2: Basic Ladder Logic Programming Traverse City, MI07/28/2020 07/29/2020 CCA183 PowerFlex 750-Series Maintenance and Troubleshooting Montgomery, AL07/28/2020 07/31/2020 CCP153 Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 2: ControlLogix Maintenance and Troubleshooting Knoxville, TN08/03/2020 08/07/2020 CCP299 Studio 5000 Logix DesignerLevel 1: ControlLogix Fundamentals and Troubleshooting Cleveland, TN08/03/2020 08/07/2020 CCP299 Studio 5000 Logix DesignerLevel 1: ControlLogix Fundamentals and Troubleshooting Grand Rapids, MI *08/11/2020 08/13/2020 CCN202 Kinetix 5700 Troubleshooting and Project Interpretation Birmingham, AL08/11/2020 08/14/2020 CCPS43 SLC 500 & RSLogix 500 Maintenance & Troubleshooting Lansing, MI08/11/2020 08/12/2020 CCP151 Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 2: Basic Ladder Logic Programming Knoxville, TN08/17/2020 08/21/2020 CCP299 Studio 5000 Logix DesignerLevel 1: ControlLogix Fundamentals and Troubleshooting Tuscaloosa, AL08/18/2020 08/19/2020 CCV209-A FactoryTalk View ME & PanelView Plus Maintenance and Troubleshooting Kingsport, TN08/18/2020 08/19/2020 CCP146 Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 1: ControlLogix System Fundamentals Fort Wayne, IN08/18/2020 08/19/2020 CCCL21 Studio 5000™ Logix Designer Level 3: Basic Ladder Logic Interpretation Jackson, TN08/24/2020 08/28/2020 EMS-230 Motor Control and Troubleshooting Montgomery, AL08/25/2020 08/26/2020 CCV209-A FactoryTalk View ME & PanelView Plus Maintenance and Troubleshooting Portage, MI08/25/2020 08/27/2020 SAF-LOG104 GuardLogix Application Development and Troubleshooting Grand Rapids, MI *08/31/2020 09/04/2020 CCP299 Studio 5000 Logix DesignerLevel 1: ControlLogix Fundamentals and Troubleshooting Dalton, GA09/01/2020 09/02/2020 SPE201-LD ThinManager Configuration Birmingham, AL09/14/2020 09/18/2020 CCV207 FactoryTalk View SE Programming Tuscaloosa, AL09/15/2020 09/16/2020 CCP146 Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 1: ControlLogix System Fundamentals Grand Rapids, MI *09/15/2020 09/16/2020 CCCL21 Studio 5000™ Logix Designer Level 3: Basic Ladder Logic Interpretation Cleveland, TN09/17/2020 09/18/2020 CCP151 Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 2: Basic Ladder Logic Programming Grand Rapids, MI *09/22/2020 09/23/2020 CCA182 PowerFlex 750 Series Configuration and Startup Jackson, TN09/22/2020 09/23/2020 CCCL21 Studio 5000™ Logix Designer Level 3: Basic Ladder Logic Interpretation Portage, MI09/22/2020 09/25/2020 CCP143 Studio 5000™ Logix Designer Level 3: Project Development Knoxville, TN09/22/2020 09/25/2020 CCP143 Studio 5000™ Logix Designer Level 3: Project Development Grand Rapids, MI *

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Integrated Network Zone SystemThe integrated network zone system enablesnetwork communications between the control roomand manufacturing floor within an industrial facilityAvailable in three base configurations, the systemsare integrated with an Allen-Bradley StratixIndustrial Ethernet switch for fast deployment.The active equipment is deployed with networkstructured cabling and cable managementaccording to best practices and industry installationguidelines. Systems also include Allen-Bradleyuninterruptible power supplies installed behind atouch-safe protective cover, and are CE approved.

ApplicationsPanduit’s Integrated Network Zone System is used to deploy an EtherNet/IP network between the enterprise and the plant floor. Using the Integrated Network Zone System allows the usability and familiarity of IT switches while maintaining the critical uptime needs and controls interfaces on the plant floor. This ensures that management and control of your network does not get in the way of making the most effective use of your data available on the network.

Deploying Zone NetworkTopologyA highly effective way to deploy EtherNet/IP solutions in a plant floor environment is to follow the recommendations from Rockwell Automation and Cisco in their Converged Plant-wide Ethernet (CPwE) design and implementation guide, https://literature.rockwellautomation.com/idc/groups/literature/documents/td/enet-td001_-en-p.pdf . The use of zoned network topology is recommended as a best practice.

Using Panduit’s Network Zone System integratedwith Stratix switches from Rockwell Automationprovides a platform for implementing small VLANsfor cell/area zones, as recommended in theCPwE to improve manageability and limit Layer2 broadcast domains.The zone enclosures allow all cables within a cell to be managed and patched within a single enclosure. By using a zone cabling architecture approach, network cabling becomes easier to locate, manage, and maintain because each additional device is routed within the same pathways and enclosures. Managed cabling helps reduce the number of home runs throughout a facility and helps reduce abandoned cable in plenum spaces, helping make the workplace run more efficiently and safely.

IT and OT Best PracticesWith UL Type 4/12/4X and IP66 ratings, the enclosures provide reliability and high performance as an integral component of the end-to-end solution for industrial networks.To learn more about how the Network Zone System assists in a plant-wide Ethernet architecture designed to address environmental, performance and security challenges, please visit: https://www.panduit.com/en/landing-pages/network-zone-system.html or contact your Kendall Electric Account Manager or Datacom Specialist.

Ask us about Kendall Electric’s network assessment services!

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Oriental Motor’s AlphaStep closed loop control systems perform accurate positioning operations with ease. The AlphaStep features a unique control system combining the benefits of “open loop performance” and “closed loop control.”

With the AlphaStep control system, the position of the motor is always monitored and then the driver automatically switches between the two types of control depending on the situation. Under normal circumstances the operation of the motor is monitored and control is applied using open loop performance like a high pole count stepper motor. If an error occurs between the command and motor position due to a load or the like, the system immediately switches to closed loop control like a servo motor. This corrects the position and speed maintaining the desired operation. The combination of these two control methods ensures high reliability and performance.

The AlphaStep products come in many frame sizes and pre-assembled options, such as electromagnetic brake types, geared types or linear and rotary actuator products. Additionally, Oriental Motor is pleased to announce

the arrival of EtherNet/IP™ communications protocol to the AZ Series AC input line of stored data network drivers. All of the AZ Series driver features remain intact in this new communications driver model and is compatible with all AZ Series family of products.

New US2 Series AC Speed Control Motors with New Right Angle GearsEasy Set Up and Advanced AC Motor Speed Control Performance at Entry Level Price

Oriental Motor is pleased to introduce the US2 Series, the newest entry in the AC motor speed control line of products. It is an entry level speed controller designed for easy setup and easy operation but with advanced AC motor speed control performance. The US2 Series utilizes the same motors as the DSC Series.

All Oriental Motor speed controllers feature high reliability with low electrical noise due to their circuit design. The US2 Series is no exception. The US2 Series speed controller includes a built-in capacitor along with an external cable in single-phase 110/115 VAC or single-phase 220/230 VAC type. Speed is controlled by phase control for reduced noise. Simple plug and play connection and integrated front face control simplifies setup and operation.

The US2 Series speed controller is available with 25 W (1/30) HP, 40 W (1/19 HP) and 90 W (1/8 HP) output and from 0.73 N·m to 53.9 N·m of torque. Motor configurations include round shaft, parallel gear, and right-angle hollow (JH) or right angle solid shaft hypoid type (JL).

Oriental Motor’s AlphaSTEP Hybrid Control Systems, Open Loop Performance, Closed Loop Control

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E-Learning is a cloud-based training solution. Training is available on demand – anytime and anywhere. Training is provided in a module-based format. Each module requires approximately eight minutes to complete. These modules utilize student activities, simulations, and demonstrations to provide an interactive learning experience.

E-Learning solutions are available to support six major automation technologies including motion, drives, control, visualization, and networking. There are now 16 available E-Learning courses with additional course offerings to follow. See detailed information

on a newer course offering – “GuardLogix Application Development”.

GuardLogix Application DevelopmentWho Should AttendThis course is intended for individuals who need to develop Logix Designer projects for GuardLogix controllers.

DescriptionThis course provides guidance on how to create a Studio 5000 Logix Designer project for a GuardLogix system. You will have the opportunity to develop and practice these skills by:

• Creating and configuring a GuardLogix project

• Adding and configuring CompactBlock Guard I/O safety modules

• Generating Safety Signatures and locking/unlocking a GuardLogix controller

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Industrial automation advancements continue to provide new and exciting opportunities within manufacturing. Edge computing, Smart Sensors, and Analytics are but a few of the advancements that will continue to expand in 2020. Enhanced operations flexibility, increased equipment uptime and improved reporting are all potential outcomes available through these advancements.

To maximize actual delivered outcomes the existing workforce may require additional skills. Kendall Electric is ready to support the development of new skills through numerous instructor led training and certificate programs. However, it can sometimes be challenging to fit traditional classroom training into a busy schedule.

E-learning could be the solution you need!

Please contact your Kendall Electric representative today and discover how training solutions provided by Kendall Electric can benefit your organization.

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The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is part of the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The CISA engages multiple partners to enhance reliability of the nation’s communication Infrastructure. CISA partners include U.S. federal agencies, state agencies and private sector institutions. These partners share best practices providing benefits to both the public and private sector.

The CISA issues alerts when potential security risks, such as application vulnerabilities, are identified. A new alert (AA20-006A) was issued on January 6, 2020. This alert is related to recent hostilities between Iran and the United States. Specifically, this alert highlights an increased potential for cyber offensives and includes recommended best practices. Some of the best practices noted in this alert include:1. Adopt a state of heightened awareness.

This includes more consistently consuming relevant threat intelligence.

2. Increase organizational vigilance. Ensure security personnel are monitoring key internal security capabilities and that they know how to identify anomalous behavior.

Communication infrastructures in both the public and private sector can be susceptible to these cyber offensives. The communication infrastructures – networks – supporting private sector automation systems is of significant concern in manufacturing. When these automation system networks are compromised, downtime, incorrect machine operation, diminished safety integrity and lost information are all possible outcomes.

Question: Have you recently reviewed your network for potential threats, anomalies or vulnerabilities?

To help manage cybersecurity risks, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has defined five fundamental elements which can be used to form the basic frame-work of a cybersecurity program. These fundamental elements include:

1) Identify 2) Protect3) Detect4) Respond5) Recover

Kendall Electric has many services and products available to assist in supporting this cybersecurity framework. A good place to begin is identification of existing network vulnerabilities. A Security Posture Survey is a solution which supports this identification objective.

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A Security Posture Survey enables identification and prioritization of existing cybersecurity risks. This is achieved through an on-site walkthrough and data collection engagement. Collected data is then examined off-site using deep packet inspection, analysis of communications traffic and logical infrastructure review. Following this off-site review, a findings report is generated which includes an overall security hygiene score, detailed key findings and logical topology reference drawings. This report can be used to take immediate action and reduce your cybersecurity related risk.

A Kendall Electric Security Posture Survey can help identify existing cybersecurity risks within your automation system network. Identification of existing risks can enable improved network resiliency. This survey is also is a good starting point for implementation of the NIST framework. Following this framework will help you manage your cybersecurity risks and achieve positive business outcome such has improved uptime.

Please contact your Kendall Electric representative today and discover how solutions provided by Kendall Electric can benefit your organization.

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