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  • Case Study: Networking All Machines Despite Different Ages, Sizes and Functions

    Case Study: Networking All Machines Despite Different Ages, Sizes and Functions

    Plastic packaging manufacturer relies on SmartMONITOR from WERMA and optimizes its production within a few weeks.
    21 June, 2021 | 5 minutes
  • Toward an AI-Ready Department of Defense: Building An Open Defense Ecosystem

    Toward an AI-Ready Department of Defense: Building An Open Defense Ecosystem

    If the Department of Defense (DoD) is to fulfill the recommendations of the final report from the National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence (NSCAI), it must become a fully AI-ready enterprise by 2025. This goal is at risk without a change in its traditional approach to data and acquisition.
    By: Logan Jones
    21 June, 2021 | 4 minutes
  • High Duty Plastics Mold Monitoring

    High Duty Plastics Mold Monitoring

    Though some plastic raw materials can be inexpensive, the molds are always costly, irrespective of the product. The high precision, intricate and high-duty plastic molds are orders of magnitude more costly. Damaged molds are very costly and production down time is a cause of reduced profits. Preventing damage or avoidable wear is therefore a top priority.
    By: Scott Nagle
    21 June, 2021 | 1 minutes
  • How Encoders Provide Motor Speed and Position Control

    How Encoders Provide Motor Speed and Position Control

    In many mechanical systems, precise motion hinges upon effective monitoring and control of the motor. Encoders make motion control possible by sensing the motor’s speed and position and sending feedback signals to control components. This article will provide an overview of two common types of encoders: optical encoders and magnetic encoders.
    By: Chris Schaefer
    21 June, 2021 | 3 minutes
  • Okuma America Corp Welcomes PDQ Workholding & Tooling to the Partners in THINC Network

    Okuma America Corp Welcomes PDQ Workholding & Tooling to the Partners in THINC Network

    The management team of Okuma America Corporation, a world-leading builder of CNC machine tools, controls and automation systems, is pleased to announce that PDQ Workholding & Tooling has recently joined the Partners in THINC network.
    18 June, 2021 | 2 minutes
    Sponsored By Okuma America Corporation
  • Electromate Recognized with 2021 AHTD Foundation Award

    Electromate Recognized with 2021 AHTD Foundation Award

    Electromate received a Foundation Award from the Association for High Technology Distribution (AHTD), recognizing the company’s 25 years of membership and support.
    18 June, 2021 | 1 minutes
  • Paving the Way for Smart Factories

    Paving the Way for Smart Factories

    Intel, EXOR Int’l and Telecom Italia collaborate to demonstrate benefits of on-premise 5G private network alongside AI.
    18 June, 2021 | 2 minutes
  • 5 Steps to Select a Predictive Analytics Solution

    5 Steps to Select a Predictive Analytics Solution

    Every industrial organization knows that it’s imperative to move ahead at light speed with predictive analytics. How does an engineer select the best predictive analytics solution for their operations? The following advice provides guidance for engineers.
    By: Alicia Bowers Millinger
    18 June, 2021 | 2 minutes
  • Digital Immunity, Inc., Announces Appointment of Interim CEO

    Digital Immunity, Inc., Announces Appointment of Interim CEO

    Digital Immunity announces the appointment of Thomas House to the position of Interim CEO.
    18 June, 2021 | 2 minutes
  • Control System Integrators Association Affirms New Board of Directors

    Control System Integrators Association Affirms New Board of Directors

    The Control System Integrators Association (CSIA) is pleased to announce a new board of directors was affirmed at the CSIA Town Hall Business Meeting held on May 13, 2021 and follow up member vote.
    18 June, 2021 | 2 minutes
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