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The two leading OEM companies have joined forces to develop an integrated service portfolio for ABB mine hoists.

Basler AG, a leading provider of advanced computer vision products, is excited to announce its new partnership with the technology company Siemens, an innovation leader in automation and digitalization.

Despite increases in hardware quality, even business-grade PCs can be a liability in a digitized industrial environment.

Portescap, a global provider of miniature motion solutions, is excited to announce that its facility in Mumbai, India has attained AS9100 certification.

Explore the essentials of an effective incident response plan, focusing on key steps from early detection to recovery, and learn to strengthen your defenses against data breaches.

Emerging renewable fuels leader will implement advanced technologies to help meet global demand for sustainable aviation and diesel fuels.

ABB technology will help the steel producer improve productivity and efficient resource use, lowering costs and carbon emissions.

A newly automated warehouse helps the automation leader stock more inventory and ship product faster, delivering better all-around customer experiences with room to scale in the future.

The winners of the SPE Design Competition have been announced, and their projects were awarded at SPS 2023.

Thomas Burke, Global Strategic Advisor at the CC-Link Partner Association (CLPA), looks at how TSN can help develop smarter, interconnected robotic systems.

This November 2023 issue of our e-F@ctory Alliance Smart Factory Solutions newsletter includes: How AI Analytics Delivers Predictive Maintenance, SCADA Integrated with Field Services Management, Servo Amplifiers Offer Multiple Protocols and Flexible Safety, MaiLab – Your Data Scientist in a Software Package, and 75 MERL Scientists Fuel Leading Edge Solutions.

Adrian Wood, director of Strategic Business Development at DELMIA, takes a closer look at how augmented reality is on course to become a main part of manufacturing in the coming years.

KUKA Robotics featured several robots used in a variety of different applications at the recent Advanced Design & Manufacturing (ADM) Expo held in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

ARC Advisory Group’s new research on the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) reveals that EAM systems have become a primary enabler of digital transformation for asset management among industrial companies.

Learn how AI and IoT drive efficiency and innovation in modern manufacturing, like learning customer behavior and efficient production

Siemens is harnessing the power of generative artificial intelligence (AI) to help industrial companies drive innovation and efficiency across the design, engineering, manufacturing and operational lifecycle of products.

The partnership will allow HMS customers to turn rapidly captured data into actionable information, utilizing advanced analytics with reduced deployment timelines and proven compatibility in a secure Azure environment.

On Nov. 8, 2023, Process Sensing Technologies finalized the acquisition of Fluid Components International (“FCI”), a renowned specialist manufacturer of thermal mass flow meters and switches.

Verifying the quality of batteries during manufacturing is crucial.

Metaverse concept and real world examples for Digital Twins in industrial automation have been published.

Global intelligence firm ABI Research forecasts a steady increase in uptake for cloud-driven digital twin solutions, driven by advancements in AI/ ML, edge computing and other Industry 4.0 technologies.

LogRhythm has launched its new regional HQ for India, the Middle East, Turkey and Africa in Riyadh at Blackhat MEA 2023 to support Saudi Vision 2030 and secure the region’s digital future.

Sustainability remains the primary impetus for growth.

"The Definitive Guide to Generative AI for Industry," is a comprehensive manual for transformation leaders to accelerate AI innovation and reduce time to value of their digital transformation programs.

New Greenwood, Indiana, facility will also serve as the new headquarters for long-time representative partner, George E. Booth Co.

46% of respondents believe AI, ML, simulations and analytics are best bets to boost product reliability.

The technology will support increased production on a system that already hauls 80 percent of the Malmberget mine’s iron ore.

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions is set to break ground on a 1,000 square-feet hydrogen testing lab in Fort Wayne, Indiana, with construction scheduled to be completed in Q1 of 2024.

ARC’s Automation for Module Type Packages Emerging Market Analysis research identifies the key components of MTP solutions, discusses growth drivers and inhibitors, and provides market sizes and five-year forecasts for major segments.

LogRhythm’s CEO Chris O'Malley met with customers and partners in India during the week commencing Nov. 6 to address their biggest cybersecurity challenges.

ABB report focuses on carbon capture, hydrogen and electrochemistry as routes to decarbonizing primary steel production worldwide.

The partnership between Siemens and ServiceNow enables transparency in industrial asset management.

Endress+Hauser has inaugurated a new sales building in Sydney, Australia. This underlines the Group’s commitment in the region to improve support for customers and to grow market presence.

The Road to Digital Transformation isn’t a superhighway; it is rough with unexpected twists and turns. You’ll want to use your old pickup and not your new Tesla.

Cobots, which are designed to work with human operators, improve throughput, quality, efficiency and accuracy while eliminating the cost and complexity of safety safeguards in the factory space.

As the Internet of Things (IoT) grows, high-reliability electronics manufacturing is becoming increasingly important. Customer expectations around device performance and versatility are rising.

The designation of Norway as Partner Country spotlights an ambitious country dedicated to deliver and develop new solutions for the green industrial transition.

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) announced four new board members and its 2024 officers during its 2023 Annual Meeting in Palm Beach, Florida.

Performance tracking, OEE and digitalization are necessary for performance transparency.

AW-Lake, flow instrumentation manufacturer, has hired Michah Feinberg, CPA, as controller as Tammie Steiner moves into sustainability role at TASI Test and Automation.

The acquisition expands Rockwell’s cybersecurity protection for customers.

By adopting ergonomic and user-friendly technology solutions, retailers can increase productivity, protect workers and insulate themselves from the effects of labor shortages.

In this article, we will explore the both secure movement of data and bidirectionally transforming data from web services typically used in IT & business applications to the OPC protocols found in OT applications, without writing custom code.

A well-chosen CMS not only simplifies content management but also amplifies the reach and efficiency of your business operations.

Compliance standards certify businesses are at peak protection and performing per the law.

ARC Advisory Group’s new research on the Control Valves market highlights how the economic disruption caused by the war in Ukraine has amplified the urgency to accelerate energy transition initiatives.

The winner in robotics, MIRAI, uses artificial intelligence to generate robot movements in real time, easily handling variances in shape, position, color and light conditions without the need for expensive or difficult coding.

The event showcases best-in-class solutions that power resiliency, agility and sustainability.

Siemens and Swinburne University of Technology have launched the most advanced future Energy Transition Hub of its kind in Australia at the University’s Hawthorn campus in Melbourne.

The investments are projected to create a total of around 1,700 jobs in the U.S.

AT&T Cybersecurity has released the 2023 AT&T Cybersecurity Insights Report: Focus on Manufacturing, which provides insights into various aspects of edge computing.

New ARC research shows significant growth in the market for Microgrid Automation Systems.

Bentley Systems announced that bp has selected Bentley’s AssetWise Asset Lifecycle Information Management (ALIM) and AssetWise Reliability (AR), part of Bentley Infrastructure Cloud, to manage engineering information for projects and operations to help assure global asset integrity management.

The partnership will enable future-proof distribution grid management in Norway, one step further on the journey towards autonomous grids.

HARTING has now set up a new production site in Vietnam.

As the innovation partner of the Big Ten Conference, IFS offers the tools to assist the Big Ten Conference with advanced AI and scheduling capabilities.

“DigiKey is continually expanding its inventory to offer engineers and designers the industry’s largest supplier portfolio and widest product offering,” said Mike Slater, vice president, global business development for DigiKey.

Fibox, the global leader in polycarbonate UL and cUL Listed NEMA type enclosures for instrumentation and control applications, is thrilled to announce its strategic partnerships with two renowned Canadian manufacturer's rep firms.

TECO 2030 ASA and Yokogawa Electric Corporation have signed a strategic partnership and investment agreement regarding the development of technology for utilizing hydrogen fuel cells in industrial applications.

SEMI announced the Industry 4.0 Readiness Assessment Model (IRAM) to help organizations across the semiconductor supply chain assess and track their smart manufacturing technology deployment progress and develop a roadmap for their digital transformations.

Romanian governments gain access to LogRhythm SIEM to protect the country and its citizens from the most complex modern cyberthreats.

CoreTigo will be demonstrating its industrial wireless automation solutions at numerous locations during Rockwell Automation Fair 2023, Nov. 6-9 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center.

Beamex has established a scholarship fund with a generous donation of $10,000 to support students enrolled in the Electric Power Utility Technology (EPUT) program at Bunker Hill Community College.

Shifting consumer behavior drives retailers and e-tailers to adapt and innovate.

CSO Mike Train, CTO Peter Zornio and Power & Water President Bob Yeager will speak at Reuters Energy Transition North America 2023 Conference.

In early October, ISA held its annual Automation and Leadership Conference (ALC) in beautiful Colorado Springs, Colorado. This piece originally appeared in the October 2023 issue of InTech digital magazine.

It is well known throughout industry that a high degree of reliability is required for process plants to achieve maximum availability and reduce unplanned events. This feature originally appeared in the October 2023 issue of InTech digital magazine.

Which programming languages do automation/control engineers use? The classic engineering answer is, “It depends.” The deeper response is, “It depends on the application or use case.” This feature originally appeared in the October 2023 issue of InTech digital magazine.

The Silver Tsunami. The Gray- to-Green Transition. The Great Retirement. No matter what you call it, most experts agree the global workforce is in the midst of an evolution. This feature originally appeared in the October 2023 issue of InTech digital magazine.

Detailed drawings conforming to the ANSI/ ISA-5.1-2022, Instrumentation Symbols and Identification, standard show how all devices and equipment are wired to the control system. This feature originally appeared in the October 2023 issue of InTech digital magazine.

Edge, fog, and cloud are crucial computing frameworks that can empower businesses to thrive in today’s advanced technological ecosystem.

PETRONAS seeks energy potential across the globe, optimizing value through an integrated business model.

Mr. Troy Sanders will assume the position of vice president of Sales and Marketing at Schneeberger USA, effective Nov. 1, 2023.

Rockwell Automation, Inc., the world’s largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, is excited to debut innovative and groundbreaking industrial software at Automation Fair 2023, and you are invited to learn more!

The Festo product range, productivity tools, and automation platform supercharge the adoption of electric automation.

DigiKey has announced that it has partnered with Ambiq to distribute their ultra-low power semiconductors globally.

By learning from the past, industrial firms can prepare to respond to threats. This feature originally appeared in the AUTOMATION 2023: Cybersecurity & Connectivity ebook published in September.

More reliability teams are using remote analysts to improve efficiency. These four key strategies can assist with implementation. This feature originally appeared in the October 2023 issue of InTech digital magazine.

In the wake of the global energy revolution, storage technologies like BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) are reshaping our perceptions of power supply.

A steel industry example shows how Industry 4.0 and control engineering intersect. This feature originally appeared in the October 2023 issue of InTech digital magazine.

Level measurement systems and other applications benefit from improved flushing ring designs. This feature originally appeared in the October 2023 issue of InTech Digital Magazine.

Many applications collect control valve operational data, and with the right software, it can be used to create value by predicting problems and suggesting solutions.

Chris Johnson, managing director at SMB Bearings, explains why precision bearings will play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless industrial drone operations.

Linxens and SmartNanotubes are creating an early warning sensor for Li-on battery overheating.

Many process manufacturing enterprises need help to apply artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning tools to improve asset performance.

Rockwell Automation Gold Partner E Tech Group will present three sessions and demonstrate oligonucleotide automation in booth #232 at Automation Fair in Boston, Mass., Nov. 6-9, 2023.

ABB collaborates with Computer Modelling Group on subsurface simulation to deliver complete end-to-end carbon capture and storage (CCS) model.

Ricoh is leveraging Siemens’ Additive Manufacturing Network capabilities to maximize the efficiency of the process and to achieve the scale required to take advantage of BJT in an industrial setting.

This feature will explain how an open sharing platform is helping critical infrastructure. This feature originally appeared in the AUTOMATION 2023: Cybersecurity & Connectivity ebook published in September.

Dr. Henry Puhl is moving from KION Group to the Upper Austrian intralogistics specialist and will become the new CEO of TGW Logistics in February 2024.

Given the enormous complexity inherent in sustainability, when used correctly, AI provides a means to determine if any action or set of actions quantifiably improves sustainability performance.

The unitary patent is particularly relevant for the open digital business platform Siemens Xcelerator, which helps Siemens’ customers accelerate their digital transformation and offers software-as-a-service, among other things.

The ABB Robot Charger detects drilled holes in a rock face and installs explosive charges during mining operations, removing the need for human presence.

Three tips can enhance network preparedness and help secure IIoT networks. This feature originally appeared in the AUTOMATION 2023: Cybersecurity & Connectivity ebook published in September.

Balluff opened its new production facility in Aguascalientes, Mexico, on Oct. 27, 2023. The new smart factory will enable the sensor and automation specialist to achieve its planned growth while creating resilient supply chains.

The vision of an automation world in which competitors become partners and users help to shape the solutions is becoming reality.

How cloud-based advanced data analytics empowers process engineers. This feature originally appeared in the October 2023 issue of InTech Digital Magazine.

Join us in Orlando From Feb. 4-8 at the 28th Annual ARC Industry Forum to speed up your digitalization, sustainability and energy transition initiatives with strategies and stories from your peers.

The evolving role of the warehouse workforce necessitates maximizing the benefits of automation to achieve substantial profits.

German sensor solutions provider SICK and Swiss measurement solutions specialist Endress+Hauser have signed a joint Memorandum of Understanding for strategic partnership in the area of “Cleaner Industries.”