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Pitney Bowes & Ambi Robotics to Help Optimize Last-Mile Sorting Across US Hubs
Pitney Bowes Inc., and Ambi Robotics announced a $23 million deployment expansion of AmbiSort systems in Pitney Bowes ecommerce hubs across the US. -
Adam Ruebsam Named President of Missouri-Based Tri Tech Automation
TriTech Automation, a turnkey industrial automation systems integrator, announced that Adam Ruebsam joined the company as president late last fall. -
Bentley Systems Announces Availability of Life Cycle Assessment
Bentley Systems announced the availability of integrated workflows for lifecycle assessment (LCA) and embodied carbon calculation capabilities in the Bentley iTwin platform to support the sustainable-development goals of infrastructure projects. -
Seeq to Showcase Work with AWS at CERAWeek
Seeq helps customers reduce carbon intensity and increase productivity as a launch partner for the AWS Emissions Monitoring and Surveillance Solution and Flare Monitoring and Optimization Solution. -
Applied Manufacturing Technologies Recognized by FANUC America for Outstanding Robot Sales
AMT once again achieved the prestigious Sales Growth Award from FANUC America for attaining outstanding year-over-year growth in robot sales for 2021. -
HighByte Expands Board of Directors with New Appointees
Industrial software company welcomes industry veterans Seth Lawry and Sujeet Chand to Board of Directors. -
Epicor Acquires Grow Inc., Expanding Business Intelligence Capabilities
No-code, cloud-based analytics lets any user make better, faster decisions with easy-to-build, easy-to-use visualizations. -
Introducing Heidenhain Education Support Program (HESP) For Manufacturing
To assist in training the next generation of manufacturing professionals, Heidenhain is offering a collection of educational services and products to meet the demands for today’s digitization of data in NC metalworking. -
Warehouse Operators Driven to Automate for Workforce Augmentation
Respondents to a 2019 Warehousing Vision Study conducted by Zebra indicated that the adoption of robotic material handling solutions was only expected to grow by 6-8% in a five-year period. -
Slow and Steady Doesn’t Always Win the Race
Hamish White, CEO of telecom solution provider Mobilise, explores the reasons why 5G rollout is lagging across the world, and why catching up is so important. -
Clip Automation Joins the 5G Open Innovation Lab
Clip Automation was chosen as one of 11 companies to join the 5G Open Innovation Lab's Spring 2022 program. -
3 Aspects for Detectability & Configurability of 5G Infrastructure
5G and edge networks introduce dynamic network architectures that require a level of closed loop automation and contextual service assurance. -
Excerpt: A Community for Workforce Development in Industrial Cyber
Taken from the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) Winter 2021-22 Government Spotlight e-newsletter. -
Case Study: Replacing the Control System to Reduce Production Loss Risk
For an industrial coating manufacturer, quickly upgrading an aging DCS to a more effective modern system was crucial to enable growth and long-term stability. -
The Manufacturing Institute to Honor Adrianne Tipton, PhD, CTO at Novolex
The Manufacturing Institute announced it will award Novolex Chief Technology Officer Dr. Adrianne Tipton with the Women in Manufacturing STEP Ahead Award. -
Ongoing Digital Transformation of the Industrial Network Edge
After a solid decade of pursuing Industrial IoT-enabled business process improvement and innovation, the value of the industrial network edge tier within digitally transformed architectures is now widely recognized. -
ARC Calls for Responses to Covid-19 Impact for Industrial Manufacturers Survey
ARC Advisory Group is calling for those working in industrial manufacturing to take the COVID-19 Impact for Industrial Manufacturers survey. -
Rohde & Schwarz Provides Highly Accurate Calibration Technology for US Air Force
Rohde & Schwarz has developed the R&S FSMR3000AF measuring receiver to calibrate signal generators and attenuators with one single instrument. -
War in Ukraine: HARTING Helps and Acts
“We are deeply saddened by the situation and the great suffering that is being inflicted on people. Our thoughts are with them and in particular with our employees and their families," Philip Harting, CEO of the HARTING Technology Group stated. -
NORD DRIVESYSTEMS to Exhibit Innovative Logistics Drive Solutions at MODEX 2022
NORD will be at MODEX 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia, showcasing their latest drive technology including their groundbreaking IE5+ synchronous motors, DuoDrive, and NORDAC ON/ON+ variable frequency drives. -
Hannover Messe USA to Take Place in Chicago Sept. 12-17
HANNOVER MESSE USA, co-located with IMTS, will return Sept. 12-17, 2022, in Chicago. -
Global Shop Solutions Goes Green With New Solar Panels
Global Shop Solutions, a leading producer of ERP software for manufacturers around the globe, has a reputation of doing the right thing for their employees and clients. Now they’re doing the right thing for the planet by switching to solar power for the company’s electricity needs. -
Putting IEC 61131-3 into Perspective
With open multivendor interoperable standards, automation companies still need to be able to compete on traditional dimensions including quality, reliability, customer service and value. This piece originally appeared in the February 2022 issue of InTech magazine. -
Parcel Shipping Systems Enhanced Using Data Analytics
Every shipping company’s goal is to protect assets and maximize profits. -
Free eBook for Industrial Automation Professionals Highlights Benefits of Calibration Software
The eBook provides guidance and insights into how software can assist in implementing best practices developed by professionals in the process industry. -
Transforming Life Science Lab Automation Standardization & Modularization
Life science laboratory standardization and modularization support automation and are increasing the efficiency and number of practical applications in life sciences, including drug discovery and small-batch, single-use pharmaceutical applications. -
Kollmorgen NDC Relocates to New Premises in Gothenburg
Kollmorgen is relocating to new premises in Gothenburg. The move is part of a strategic initiative to meet the future demands for AGVs and Mobile Robots by expanding the business and increasing the innovation and development capacity. -
What’s Coming to Industry 4.0?
Johan Jonzon, co-founder and CMO of edge analytics pioneer Crosser, shares his insight on the digital technology to watch over the next year. -
Massive Growth in Machine Roaming Shows Impatience for 5G-enabled IoT
The communications platform company BICS reports a 44% YoY increase in global machine roaming on its network. -
Trelleborg Hosts 'The Future of Manufacturing' Virtual Conference
On March 24, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Americas will host a virtual conference focusing on the mega trends that are shaping the future of manufacturing, including digital transformation, circular production, near sourcing and sustainability. -
Industry IoT Consortium Publishes Industrial IoT Artificial Intelligence Framework
The framework will enable AI systems in next-generation IIoT applications. -
Rensselaer Research Teams Receive Funding for Further Understanding of Robotics
Two School of Engineering projects have secured nearly $900,000 from the Department of Defense. -
ICS Vulnerability Disclosures Grew 110% Over Last Four Years
The biannual ICS Risk & Vulnerability Report from Claroty’s Team82 found that 34% of vulnerabilities affect IoT, IT and medical devices, highlighting the need to extend ICS security to the XIoT. -
Why Smart Manufacturing Initiatives Often Fall Short of Expectations
Research has shown that even after years into implementing smart factory initiatives, more than 85% of companies are unable to achieve successful deployments. According to Moxa, one of the major obstacles holding them back is IT/OT convergence. -
87% of Enterprises Now Pursuing Digital Transformation
The insight-commissioned survey reveals progress & roadblocks to IT modernization. -
Biomanufacturers' MES Manifesto Specifies Requirements
The goal of the MES of the Future workstream is to create and implement a manifesto for the MES of the future that clarifies industry objectives and leads to detailed industry/MES vendor collaboration on solutions to overcome current challenges and limitations. -
Okuma America Corporation & Morris Group Announce New Technical Center
The management teams of Okuma America Corporation and Morris Group Inc. are pleased to announce a new facility that will serve as a product showroom and technical center featuring CNC machine tools and associated equipment. -
CGTech Announces 2022 VERICUT Users’ Exchange Events in North America
VUE is an annual event held for VERICUT customers to share ideas and learn about new features as well as tips and tricks for improving performance and efficiency from other users and the CGTech team. VUE is free to attend. -
The Power Woman Driving the Harting Brand
For 35 years, Margrit Harting has been responsible for the image and good reputation of the Technology Group and has hosted celebrities from politics, culture and business. -
Rockwell Automation to Showcase Warehouse and Fulfillment Solutions at Company’s Inaugural MODEX Exhibition in March
Company will showcase a virtual warehouse featuring Emulate3D digital twin software, an operating MagneMover LITE intelligent conveyor system, new drive solutions and more. -
Case Study: Celsa Steel UK Sees Improved Yield Following Implementation of Slag Detection System from AMETEK Land
AMETEK Land, the world’s leading manufacturer of monitors and analysers for industrial non-contact temperature measurement, has delivered its SDS-640 slag detection system to Celsa Steel UK to improve yield during the tapping process. -
Marina Bill Elected as IFR Vice President
Marina Bill is global head of marketing and sales robotics at ABB, member of the IFR Executive Board and current chair of the Robot Suppliers Committee. -
IT-OT Convergence Has Always Been the Path Forward
Long before Industry 4.0 and cloud-connected architectures became possible, innovators championed PC-based technologies for industrial automation. -
Europlacer Wins Two NPI Awards at APEX 2022
Europlacer has secured top honors in two New Product Introduction (NPI) categories in the prestigious awards organized by Circuits Assembly magazine and notified at the IPC APEX Expo in San Diego in January. -
How Can We Improve PID Control Loop Monitoring?
What are the work processes, techniques, solutions, and people who should be involved for comprehensive control loop monitoring? -
Separating Man from Machine: KVM Reduces Security Threats
Cybersecurity is an important aspect that KVM solutions allow to make installations more secure. -
NEMA Introduces 'Power Index' Standard to Help End-Users Achieve Decarbonization Goals and Optimize Energy Savings
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) published NEMA MG 10011-2022 Power Index Calculation Procedure—Standard Rating Methodology for Power Drive Systems and Complete Drive Modules. -
Zyter & Qualcomm Provide Applications & Dashboard for 5G Private Networks
Production-ready applications include autonomous mobile robots, LiDAR-based analytics and AI-based camera. -
Variscite and Foundries.io Partner to Provide Secure IoT and Edge Devices
Variscite, a Computer on Module provider, has integrated its modules with Foundries.io’s cloud-native DevOps service to help OEMs develop secure IoT and edge devices. -
DuPont Sustainable Solutions Unveils New Brand Name: dss+
The new name dss+ reflects expanded capabilities and commitment to protect, transform and sustain client operations. -
No-Code Industrial Control Programming Basics
A brief overview of PLCopen and the IEC 61131-3 industrial control software standard. -
Dresser Utility Solutions Closes Agreement with Itron
Dresser Utility Solutions announced the successful closing of the previously announced agreement for the sale of Itron’s European commercial & industrial (C&I) mechanical gas meter business, gas stations meter and pressure regulation business and global gas regulator business to Dresser Utility Solutions. -
Transelec Strengthens its Electrical System, Improves Robustness of its Operations
PcVue SCADA platform has been selected to control Alto Jahuel substation, the largest one of Chile National Electric System. -
RightHand Robotics Secures $66 Million in Series C Funding
Safar Partners, Thomas H. Lee Partners L.P., and SoftBank Vision Fund 2 lead the investment. -
Baumüller Adds Three Rooms to its Virtual Exhibition Stand
A platform for product and solution searches, for exchanging information, and for virtual networking with drive and automation experts–the new virtual exhibition stand of the Baumüller Group offers all these things. -
How Does the IoT Help Build Digital Twins?
Information from IoT sensors, monitors, and tracking devices can provide the foundation for a digital twin. -
Emerson Opens 2022 ASCO Engineering Scholarship Program
The automation leader is now accepting applications for merit-based awards recognizing U.S. college students for excellence in study, service and innovation. -
Entries Open for $10K Prize at Automate 2022
The competition will spotlight cutting-edge technologies on June 7 as part of Automate 2022 in Detroit. -
Your Plant Floor Data and IIoT: 5 Things to Consider
Modern automation systems are incorporating cloud and edge technology to digitize applications across multiple industries. The goal is to maximize efficiency, increase productivity and share data seamlessly. As more end users attempt to adopt these technologies, there are some key factors that need to be considered. -
KUKA Robotics Builds Leadership Team With Two Key Position Appointments
KUKA Robotics has named Casey DiBattista and Vancho Naumovski to key leadership positions within the company, leveraging decades of experience and expertise to drive organizational growth and lead the industry. -
ABB to Showcase Selection of Advanced Robotic Technologies for Omnichannel Commerce at MODEX 2022
ABB’s robotic innovations are designed to serve the flexible distribution needs of consumer products companies in all application areas where products need to be packed, moved and delivered. -
Fuzzy Logic Makes Robotics Agile at MBDA
MBDA wanted to robotize certain processes in small series or even single unit production. Fuzzy Logic's Repplix application software module addresses all aspects of this requirement in a cost-effective manner. -
German Companies Find Problem Solvers in Portugal
Portugal is an essential partner of German industry. More than 550 German companies operate in the country, where they find talent, innovation, reliability, and commitment to success. -
CISA Shields Up Advisory: Potential Russian Cyber Attack Escalation
CISA has issued a recommendation for US companies to be on high alert for potential cyber attacks from the Russian government. -
Emerson Technologies Selected for Geothermal Clean Energy Production
Geological modeling software will help HITA increase safety and reliability of sustainable geothermal energy sources. -
How Viable is Zero Trust for OT/IoT Networks?
While Zero Trust is making great inroads across IT organizations for a wide variety of specific security use cases and environments, the unique requirements of OT and IoT, combined with industrial processes and critical infrastructure, can hamper ZTA deployments with general-purpose Zero Trust solutions. -
Sustainability and Industrial Autonomy Converge
Survey results indicate that manufacturers around the world understand the value of digital transformation, seeing it as a critical tool for sustainability, process optimization and more. -
Biden’s Critical and Emerging Technologies: Areas to Watch
In February 2022, the White House issued an updated list of critical and emerging technologies that the Office of Science and Technology Policy, National Science and Technology Council, and National Security Council have identified as being important for US national security. -
Major IoT Trends to Expect in 2022
Claudia Jarrett, US country manager at automation parts supplier EU Automation, explores the major IoT trends for 2022—including 5G, edge systems, machine learning and more. -
Industry Experts Promote Industrial Careers During Engineering Week 2022
Students get hands-on manufacturing experience at NJMEP's Interactive Engineering Week Event. -
ISA Safety Committees Advance into New Year with New Initiatives
ISA’s primary safety standards committees, ISA18 and ISA84, are launching several new projects this year in addition to wrapping up some key ongoing projects. Here is brief rundown of these efforts. -
Yamaha Reveals Initiatives to Support Factory-automation Sales Network
Among fresh initiatives revealed in a recent meeting is a new online portal for agents that accelerates solution integration and customer support by simplifying access to parts and setup information. -
Cadence and Dassault Systèmes Partner to Transform Electronic Systems Development
Cadence Design Systems, Inc., and Dassault Systèmes announced a strategic partnership to provide enterprise customers in multiple vertical markets. -
Digitalizing Asset Health Maintenance Process to Improve Overall Plant Performance
Two major concerns that prevent the plant operators from maintaining assets digitally are: lack of normalized field diagnostic data and absence of an IAMS application to predict asset failure. -
HIMA Appoints New Director of Global Accounts
Brad Ogilvie has been named the new director of Global Accounts and Large Project Pursuit at HIMA Group. This appointment further reinforces one of the company’s core values of delivering superior safety-related automation solutions on a global base. -
My ISA Journey: Why Did I Join ISA (and Become President)?
Carlos Mandolesi's February Presidential blog column focuses on how his ISA journey led him to his current term as 2022 President. -
Cloud Computing and Cybersecurity: Everything You Need to Know
What is driving these new complexities? -
IFS Recognized for Strong Ecosystem to Support Enterprise-wide Service Transformation
IFS announced that it has been positioned in the Leaders Category in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Manufacturing Service Life-Cycle Management Platforms 2022 Vendor Assessment. -
Case Study: AI-Powered Failure Analysis and Inspection System Finds Issues Faster
Using 20 MP Blackfly S cameras, Instrumental imaging stations capture high levels of detail required for inspecting small electronic micro assemblies where very small errors can lead to failures. -
Unifying Automation for Industry Success
Advancing open-based systems with service-oriented solutions. -
What You May Not Know About SoftPLCs
For those who have not looked at SoftPLC solutions in the past few years, they are worth revisiting. This feature was originally published in the February 2022 issue of InTech magazine. -
Performance Management of Processing Plants: KPIs, People and Processes
This article will outline some of the disconnects relating to performance management initiatives between the C-Suite and operations teams and shift supervisors working on the plant floor. -
The Effects of Automation on Jobs
With a sharp increase in the use of robotics in the manufacturing industry, there is valid concern about how the future workforce will be shaped. Factories that employed hundreds, even thousands of employees now require only a fraction of that number due to increased automation. -
NEMA Debuts Its 2022 Electrical Standards and Products Guide
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) published the 2022 Electrical Standards & Products Guide (ESPG), which is the electroindustry’s go-to resource for 1,000 standards and technical documents, product categories and the manufacturers of those products. -
Report: The Future Lies in AI and Machine Learning
A new market research report by ESOMAR-certified market research and consulting firm on cyber security in robotics market includes industry analysis 2014-2021 and opportunity assessment 2022-2029. -
Our Cobot Co-Workers
These autonomous helpers could be the compassionate technology that enables factories and distribution centers to unstick supply chains. -
Algorithm Could Shorten Quality Testing, Research in Many Industries by Months
A machine-learning algorithm developed at Sandia National Laboratories could provide auto manufacturing, aerospace and other industries a faster and more cost-efficient way to test bulk materials. -
Enjoy the New for 2022
If you are an author, a blogger, or an automation professional looking to get published, send your well-researched reports, application notes, and thought-leader essays to be considered for the InTech family of publications. This feature originally appeared in the February 2022 issue of InTech magazine. -
DT Research Rugged Tablet Awarded C1D2 Certification for Safe Operation in Potentially Hazardous Environments
The DT362 purpose-built tablet has been proven safe to use in areas where flammable gases, vapors and liquids could exist. -
Exploring Disparities in the 5G Rollout
Hamish White, CEO of telecom solution provider Mobilise, explores the reasons why 5G rollout is lagging across the world, and why catching up is so important. -
Successful Industrial IoT Use Cases
Pilot purgatory can often become a barrier to successful adoption. -
COPA-DATA Group Reaches Revenue Record
COPA-DATA closes the year 2021 with a revenue increase of 18.5%. -
AAEON and Hailo Partner to Enable Next-Gen AI Applications at the Edge
AAEON’s latest UP Bridge the Gap platforms are now compatible with the Hailo-8 AI module, offering unprecedented AI performance for edge devices across industries. -
Control Remains Fundamental
Automation professionals need to take the lead in guiding management to adopt new technology or the organization will become noncompetitive. This feature originally appeared in the February 2022 issue of InTech magazine. -
Taking the Edge Off Industry 4.0
Johan Jonzon, CMO and co-founder of pioneer in edge analytics for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) Crosser, looks at why edge analytics should be a key part of an IIoT strategy in manufacturing. -
VMA Presents In-person Valve Forum Conference & Exhibits
The Valve Manufacturers Association of America (VMA) announces the 2022 Valve Forum Conference & Exhibits. -
HARTING Technology Group Distinguished as 'Company of the Year 2022'
HARTING is the "Company of the Year 2022." The magazine "FOCUS MONEY," together with DEUTSCHLAND TEST and the Institute for Management and Economic Research, awarded this distinction to the Espelkamp-based technology company in the "Electronic Components" category. -
Top 5 Robot Trends of 2022
The operational stock of industrial robots hit a new record of about 3 million units worldwide–increasing by 13% on average each year (2015-2020). The International Federation of Robotics analyzes the top 5 trends shaping robotics and automation around the globe. -
Endress+Hauser Charts Path to Growth
With strong growth in 2021, Endress+Hauser left the coronavirus pandemic behind economically. The Group’s consolidated sales rose more than 11% to just under 2.9 billion euros. As a result, the measurement and automation specialist significantly exceeded its own expectations. -
Nord Drivesystems Looks to a Future of Continued Growth in 2022
The company had an impressive 2021 with the launch of four new products, comprehensive investments and double-digit sales increases.