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Webinar: Zero Trust Outcomes Using ISA/IEC 62443 Standards
The ISA Global Cybersecurity Alliance (ISAGCA) held a webinar on applying the ISA/IEC 62443 series standards and their significance in achieving a robust zero trust framework. -
Agreement Between Industrial Shields and Controllino to Boost Industrial Open Source
Both Industrial Shields and Controllino have been pioneers in the democratization of industrial technology through open source. -
IMI Acquires TWTG to Expand Industrial IoT Capabilities
IMI Plc has announced the acquisition of TWTG Group B.V. (TWTG), a leading Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) specialist based in the Netherlands. -
Endress+Hauser Certified for Secure Product Development
Endress+Hauser has recieved the IEC 62443-4-1 certification for the secure development of products, thus laying a further building block for compliance with the European Cyber Resilience Act. -
Johnson Electric and Aegis Sortation Announce Distribution Partnership
Aegis Sortation becomes exclusive technology distributor for Johnson Electric in the North American market. -
Siemens Strengthens Leadership in Industrial Software and AI with Acquisition of Altair Engineering
Siemens has signed an agreement to acquire Altair Engineering Inc., a leading provider of software in the industrial simulation and analysis market. -
Galco Acquires D. F. Burnham & Company
The acquisition adds value and depth to Galco's fluid power products and services. -
Sales of Mobile Robots in Intralogistics Increase by 24%
The VDMA Materials Handling and Intralogistics Association presents the annual global market data for the mobile robot sector. -
Humanoid Development: Torque-dense, Efficient Motors Are Essential
Humanoid robots, designed to operate in close interaction with humans, rely heavily on smooth and controlled joint and limb motion. -
Process Users Shift from DCS to PLC: PLC vs. DSC Experience Survey
The PLC vs. DSC Experience Survey interim report is an ongoing, crowdsourced, open survey for users to share experience and know-how with the automation community. -
ABB Selected to Upgrade Irrigation Pumping Stations at Serres in Greece
For improved energy performance at pumping stations and better flow of water within the irrigation network, ABB’s host of solutions can help Greek farmers. -
Nordson Electronics Solutions Wins Global Technology Award
The SL-1040 pairs new process control and new maintenance features, ideal for conformal coating in high-volume electronics manufacturing. -
Rockwell Automation Unveils Innovative Solutions at ADIPEC 2024, Empowering Customers to Achieve Sustainability Goals
Leveraging Automation, AI and robotics to help the Middle East’s energy sector reduce its carbon footprint, improve safety and enhance operational efficiency. -
Latest GDP Release Shows Manufacturing Sectors Exceed General Economic Growth
Today the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis released their first estimate of GDP for the third quarter of 2024. According to the first estimate, GDP grew 2.8% at an annualized rate. -
NORD DRIVESYSTEMS Presents Complete Packaging Drive Solutions at PACK EXPO
NORD offers intelligent and reliable solutions for the entire packaging process including primary packaging, secondary packaging, end-of-line packaging and higher-level applications. -
DigiKey to Highlight Automation Offerings and Services at SPS 2024
Visitors can experience the latest DigiKey automation offerings, learn about its systems integrator program and participate in exciting prize giveaways. -
Kivnon and ProLog Automation Partner to Expand German AGV Market
By leveraging Kivnon’s AGV technology and ProLog’s local expertise, the partnership aims to help companies unlock next generation efficiency and competitiveness. -
Motion Enters into Agreement to Purchase Hydraulics Manufacturer
“We are excited to begin a new chapter as part of the Motion team,” said Patrick Gauthier, owner of Stoney Creek Hydraulics. -
AWS (Amazon Web Services) Digital Manufacturing Architecture: IMTS 2024
The AWS IMTS 2024 booth featured embedded hardware providers to integrate the manufacturing edge, sensors, actuators and other devices into the architecture. -
STEM Careers Coalition Reaches More Than 10.7 Million Students
Since 2019, the STEM Careers Coalition has reached more than 10.7 million students, including 2.97 million in the 2023-2024 school year alone. -
HANNOVER MESSE Launches Call for Papers
All companies and partners participating in the upcoming HANNOVER MESSE are invited to submit their contributions to the forum program by Jan. 31, 2025. -
Siemens and CELUS Collaborate to Empower SMBs with AI-powered PCB Design
The collaboration will simplify PCB design with AI-driven automation, making advanced tools more accessible and affordable for engineers and small to medium-sized businesses. -
ABB Study: 70% of Mining Leaders Believe Significant Decarbonization Can Be Achieved with Existing Technologies
ABB surveyed 412 mining leaders and experts about current progress on sustainability plans and the path to achieve them. -
The Role of IoT in Streamlining Communication for Industrial Automation
The Internet of Things plays a vital role in transforming industrial settings. -
An Open-Source Control Programming Platform for Universalautomation.org Runtime Engine
The Eclipse Foundation 4diac project has spearheaded the open-source industrial software movement. -
New Ebook from Mouser and Analog Devices Explores Power Efficiency and Robustness in Electronics Design
In Powering the Future: Advanced Power Solutions for Efficiency and Robustness, subject matter experts offer in-depth analyses of components, architectures and applications in power systems. -
REGO-FIX Celebrates Innovation with Center for Machining Excellence Grand Opening
The event took place on Oct. 24 at the company’s North American headquarters in Whitestown, Indiana. -
Exploring Zero Trust in Operational Technology
Zero trust has become the top approach for IT security, guiding how organizations worldwide design their networks and control access to systems and data. -
Preventing Power Surges, the Leading Cause of Serial Device Server Failures
There are many potential sources of power surges. Two of the most common are spikes from lightning and switching surges. -
Industrial Shields Presents Industrial Automation Solutions at 2024 Andorra Fair
Industrial Shields will take this opportunity to showcase the latest innovations in automation, monitoring and industrial control. -
Ransomware Attacks Down Month-on-month
Industrials remain the most targeted sector, accounting for 26% of attacks. -
ISA Podcast Celebrates Women in Engineering
To support our women in engineering and STEM programs, we brought together some leading experts who are all women, under 40 and in high-level positions. -
Chromasens Line Scan Cameras Detect Wide Spectrum of Defects in High-speed Offset Printing
To protect their businesses, print operators worldwide rely on Chromasens allPIXA pro trilinear CCD line scan cameras combined with Chromasens Corona II dark field LED illumination. -
LLMs Are Interesting, But Physical AI Is About to Reshape Our World
Physical AI technology is ready to solve real-world problems by fusing AI and physical systems to create products that mimic human cognitive, sensory and physical capabilities. -
Siemens and Microsoft Scale Industrial AI
Siemens and Microsoft have taken the Siemens Industrial Copilot to the next level, to handle demanding environments at scale. -
HiveMQ Honors IoT Excellence with Inaugural MQTT Innovation Awards
Winners leverage the MQTT protocol for positive outcomes and business value in manufacturing, life sciences and healthcare. -
Yokogawa KBC Users Conference YNOW2024 Is Live for the First Time in Five Years
Yokogawa and KBC’s Users Conference, dubbed YNOW2024, will take place in person for the first time in a half decade from Oct. 28-30. -
Maximize Operator Situation Awareness During Commissioning Campaign
Alarm management techniques can be executed during the commissioning phase to suppress alarms of non-commissioned equipment from operator stations. -
Matthews Automation Welcomes Christian Schauer as Business Development Manager for EMEA
Christian will oversee sales and manage the growing interest and installations of Matthews’ advanced warehouse automation solutions across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. -
Poka Recognized as Best Enterprise Connected Worker Platform by G2 in Fall 2024 Report
The Poka Connected Worker Platform is leading the drive to empower workers on the factory floors of the world’s largest manufacturers to work smarter, not harder. -
HANNOVER MESSE 2025 Presents Digital Ecosystems
The Digital Ecosystems exhibition area at HANNOVER MESSE offers visitors first-hand insights into the future of digitally networked industry. -
Universal Robots Expands ‘Beyond the Welding Cart’ at FABTECH 2024
Universal Robots showcased cobot capabilities in extended reach and portability applications and in tasks such as laser restoration, finishing and press brake tending. -
Celebrating 60 Years of igus: The Recycled Bicycle Tour
To mark the company's 60th anniversary, the igus:bike will spend 12 months travelling through 16 countries to raise awareness of the "circular economy of plastics." -
Implementing AI Anomaly Detection in Industrial Cybersecurity
With the increased use of IoT in operational technology, businesses face greater risks from cyberattacks that can disrupt operations and compromise sensitive data. -
SDI Element Logic Rebrands as Element Logic
This evolution represents a significant step forward in the company's mission to become a global leader in warehousing automation. -
How Machine Learning Prevents Manufacturing Fraud
With machine learning's predictive and analytic capabilities, manufacturers can stay ahead of changing threats. -
Robotics Plus to Showcase Prospr: Multi-use Autonomous Vehicle for Orchards and Vineyards at FIRA 2024
Prospr was launched last year at FIRA, an event dedicated to autonomous agriculture and agricultural robotics solutions. -
Rockwell Automation Names Gustavo Zecharies President for EMEA Region
As president, Zecharies will report to Scott Genereux, SVP and chief revenue officer. -
Siemens and ServiceNow Strengthen Security, Drive Generative AI-powered Automation for Shopfloor Operations
The collaboration helps transform shopfloor security and operations with Siemens Xcelerator. -
Hexagon Releases 'The Digital Twins Industry Report'
Digital twins are having a sizeable impact on organizations financial health, with both a 19% average cost saving and average revenue growth. -
How ISA/IEC 62443 and AI Enhance Security in OT Environments
Advancements in network dissection and OT-specific algorithms have improved the security and precision of AI applications. -
Amid Sharp Contraction for Machinery Manufacturing, Packaging Sector to Grow 0.5% in 2024
While the global machinery sector is facing significant challenges in 2024, the packaging machinery segment is proving to be a resilient outlier and looks set to continue its growth trajectory. -
Are We on the Verge of a Manufacturing Renaissance?
Automation not only helps address a workforce shortage, but also free employees to focus on more creative, impactful work. -
Vented Miniature LVDTs Offer Accuracy, Reliability in Measuring Deformation Properties in Hydraulic and Material Testing Applications
NewTek offers the M-375 Series in ranges from ± 0.025 inch (± 0.63 mm) to ± 2.0 inch (±50 mm). -
Flexxbotics Delivers Robot Compatibility with LMI Technologies 3D Measurement Solutions for Quality Inspection
Companies can enable robot-driven manufacturing with Flexxbotics using LMI Technologies to achieve closed-loop quality and six sigma consistency in unattended operations. -
The Importance of Cybersecurity Experts in OT Environments
This complex and multifaceted discipline requires a combination of technical knowledge and expertise in diverse sub-industries. -
The Encryption Enigma: Securing Automated Processes
With the convergence of IT and OT, "smart" automation has become the backbone of modern industries. -
Oxipital AI Showcases Cutting-Edge Visual AI Inspection Solutions at Global Produce and Floral Show
Oxipital AI unveiled its advanced Visual AI platform at the Global Produce and Floral Show. -
Honeywell and Google Cloud to Accelerate Autonomous Operations with AI Agents for the Industrial Sector
Google Cloud AI will enhance Honeywell’s product offerings and help upskill the industrial workforce. -
IFS Announces the Launch of the Copperleaf Accelerate Program
IFS, the leading provider of enterprise cloud and Industrial AI software, announces the launch of the Copperleaf Accelerate Program. -
Parker Hannifin Enhances Testing Capabilities for Next Generation Filtration
Parker Hannifin is in a unique position to create even more effective filtration systems for the future. -
How Continuity in Industrial Communication Platforms Enables the Smart Factory Revolution
At the heart of this transformation lies the need for continuity between industrial communication platforms. -
Pairing a Data Diode with Tunnel/Mirroring for Secure Data Access
There has never been a time when making secure remote connections to industrial data has been more critical. -
OT Cybersecurity Is a Team Effort
Globally relevant standards and conformance programs are important, as is support for automation professionals. -
Manufacturing in the Era of Industry 5.0
The evolution of Industry 5.0 signifies a huge industrial shift towards humans; it’s even been described as a human-centric complement to Industry 4.0. -
Overcoming Black Plastic Recycling Challenges with MWIR Hyperspectral Imaging Technology
Black plastics pose a significant challenge to recycling due to their light-absorbing properties, which render them "invisible" to traditional recycling methods. -
Nidec Machine Tool’s Chinese Subsidiary Launches Machine Tool Production Factory in Pinghu
Nidec Machine Tool has completed the construction of a new factory in the city of Pinghu, Zhejiang Province, China. -
Ask the Automation Pros: The Need and Use of Simulation in Process Control
In this entry in the Ask the Automation Pros series, automation experts share their thoughts on the need and use of simulation in process control. -
ISA Announces 2025 Automation Summit and Expo
Join ISA at the 2025 Automation Summit and Expo in Florida for workshops, technical sessions and exclusive training opportunities. -
Alva Industries to Present World’s Thinnest & Lightest Precision Torque Motor at SPS Tradeshow
Alva will be located at Booth #470 in Hall 3. -
Adding ‘Industrial’ to Cybersecurity Education
Industry, government and academia embarked on a three-year research project to create a consensus-based OT security body of knowledge. -
Verisurf Software Demonstrates Machine Tool Probing (MTP) Suite for In-Process Automated Inspection
Verisurf Software, Inc. demonstrated its new Machine Tool Probing (MTP) suite at IMTS 2024. -
Safety Symposium Marks 50th Anniversary of Sella Controls, a HIMA Company
The HIMA Group, a global leader in safety-related automation solutions, proudly marked a significant milestone: the 50th anniversary of Sella Controls. -
Rockwell Automation Names Jane Barr President for Americas Region
As president, Barr will continue to report to Scott Genereux, SVP and chief revenue officer. -
Demand for Industry-specific AI Drives Increasing Adoption of IFS.ai
IFS has boosted its offering in the six hardcore industries it serves to 60+ in-depth Industrial AI scenarios that are available in the IFS Cloud 24R2 release. -
SEDEMAC Adopts Siemens Xcelerator to Accelerate Development of Motor Control Units for Automotive Industry
Siemens’ software is used to help SEDEMAC achieve required quality during development of control units for electric and ICE vehicles. -
HANNOVER MESSE Showcases Solutions for Industrial Energy Supply
The lead theme "Energizing a Sustainable Industry" brings together numerous manufacturers and solution providers from the fields of hydrogen and fuel cells, Energy 4.0 and power engineering. -
How Modular Automation Is Helping to Create the Chemical Process Control Systems of the Future
Standardized "plug-and-produce" modular automation solutions are helping to create dynamic automation solutions that can adapt quickly to meet changing needs. -
The Innovation Dilemma: Embracing Core Competencies in the Industrial World
As the manufacturing landscape evolves at a breakneck pace, the temptation to reinvent the wheel can be alluring. But is that the right choice to make? -
Digi International Joins T-Mobile Partner Plus Channel Subsidy Program
The T-Mobile Partner Plus program’s inclusion of Digi’s advanced 5G routers gives customers an affordable, high-performance solution for their wireless networking needs. -
Cybersecurity Risks of Automating Offshore and Maritime Operations
As automated systems continue to advance, it is crucial for maritime organizations to be aware of cybersecurity risks and implement proper security measures. -
Understanding the ISA/IEC 62443 Series of Standards
This cybersecurity toolset defines requirements and processes for securing industrial automation and control systems. -
Learn How to Reduce Unplanned Downtime with Innovative Smart Factory Solutions
Manufacturers can create custom monitoring solutions that help operators detect anomalies early, preventing breakdowns that lead to unplanned downtime or defective products that end up as waste. -
Beyond Tools: Cultivating a Culture of Collaboration for Cloud Security Success
Company culture is the key to improving cloud security. -
Marc Schaad to Take Over Operational Leadership of Kistler Group in 2025
Rolf Sonderegger (left) will transfer operational leadership to Marc Schaad, currently CTO of the Kistler Group, effective Jan. 1, 2025. -
Honeywell to Power Energy Sector with New AI Solutions
The company deploys decades of domain data and industry expertise to integrate AI into traditional industrial processes to improve efficiency and solve complex problems. -
Flexxbotics Publishes White Paper About Autonomous Process Control Using Robotics and Automated Inspection in Manufacturing
Flexxbotics announced the publication of a new white paper titled Autonomous Process Control (APC) using Robots and Automated Inspection in Manufacturing. -
HyIS-one Selects Emerson as Automation Partner for Korea's Largest Hydrogen Refueling Station for Commercial Vehicles
The automation leader will supply advanced technologies to expand Korea’s domestic hydrogen base and build more sustainable transportation infrastructure. -
Takayuki Ito Elected President of The International Federation of Robotics
In addition, Jane Heffner has been appointed as vice president of IFR. -
Recapping the 2024 ISA Automation Summit & Expo
Recap of the 2024 Automation Summit & Expo hosted by the International Society of Automation (ISA). -
Cybersecurity and Digitalization: A Cautionary Tale
A successful digital enterprise means employing solid cyber principles. -
Rockwell Automation Partners with Taurob to Provide End-to-end Robotic Automation Solutions
Taurob designs and manufactures ground robots for inspection, maintenance and data collection to optimize and enhance efficiency on a variety of industrial sites. -
Honeywell and Chevron Collaborate on AI-assisted Solutions for Refining Processes
The collaboration aims to enhance refining operations and workforce with advanced AI-assisted technologies, including a new generation of alarm management solutions. -
NEMA Welcomes Cisco—a World Leader in Technology—as a New Member
The addition of this global brand to NEMA’s membership underscores the organization’s continued focus on electrifying the built environment. -
How Chemical Plants Can Benefit from Digitalization in the Energy Transition
Energy efficiency, often referred to as the "first fuel," reduces the amount of energy required to provide products and services in the chemical industry. -
IMI Expands Product Reach to North American Nuclear Industry with Agent Appointment
IMI Process Automation has announced a strategic agreement with Paragon Energy Solutions, a supplier of safety-related products and components for the nuclear industry. -
While Cyberattacks Are Inevitable, Resilience Is Vital
Understand consequences, apply basics and use good tools to enhance protection. -
Dematic Announces Participation in Key Trade Shows This Fall
The company will be in attendance at a variety of industry shows from beverage to supply chain. -
Next-Gen Gas Sensors Will Redefine Industrial Safety
Placing the appropriate sensors strategically throughout an area is an essential safety measure—outlined in various standards and regulations—that protects workers in many sectors today.



































































































