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ISA’s Fourth Annual Industrial Cybersecurity Event Releases Full Program
The 2026 ISA OT Cybersecurity Summit will include two breakfast forums and an expo, as well as many speaker sessions and training opportunities. -
Valmet’s Automation Enhances Energy Production Efficiency and Electricity Market Participation at Energie AG in Austria
The delivery includes the Valmet DNAe Energy Balance Optimizer, which will be integrated with the company’s existing Valmet DCS to manage power production and consumption at the waste recycling and municipal district heating plant. -
AST Reygar Shortlisted for Innovation Award for Asset Management Technology
BareFLEET enables tug operators to save fuel and reduce unplanned downtime through condition monitoring using real-time data insights, digital twin technology and AI-driven predictive maintenance. -
SIL 1, 2 or 3: Matching Your Process Safety Instruments to Actual Risk Under IEC 61511
SIL determination is a site-specific, process-specific analysis, and under IEC 61511, it is the process owner’s responsibility to carry it out with rigor. -
JR Automation Appoints Farid Bicahreh as CTO
JR Automation, a Hitachi Group company and global automation leader, has announced the appointment of Farid Bichareh as chief technology officer. -
Siemens and Rittal Partner to Design Data Center Infrastructure of the Future
Siemens and Rittal have entered a strategic partnership to jointly develop future-proof, sustainable solutions for more efficient data center power distribution in the IEC market. -
Penguin Solutions Selected by Deepgram to Enable Deployment of Optimized AI Inference Infrastructure for Enterprise Voice AI
The strategic collaboration leverages Dell PowerEdge servers and NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition GPUs to deliver high-performance, low-latency voice experiences for mission-critical applications in healthcare and retail. -
Vericut Powers Formula 1 Precision
Vericut, the global leader in CNC simulation, verification and optimization software, supports Formula 1 teams worldwide by ensuring complex components are machined safely, accurately and efficiently. -
Report: Manufacturers Increasingly Expect AI Vision Systems to Deliver Both High Performance and Simplicity
Cognex Corporation's global study of 500+ manufacturers shows shifting priorities, rapid deployment and new expectations for next generation machine vision systems. -
Global Study Shows Energy Industry Ramping Up Investment in Autonomous Operations by 2030 as AI Reshapes Performance
59% warn that delaying autonomous operations adoption will drive up operating costs, as the sector races to manage inflation and a retiring workforce. -
Orizon Aerostructures Deploys Flexxbotics to Power Data-Driven Autonomy at Scale in Aerospace Manufacturing
“Next generation manufacturers like Orizon Aerostructures require real time orchestration across processing, assembly and quality workflows,” said Tyler Bouchard, CEO and co-founder of Flexxbotics. -
Softing Industrial Becomes Certified Partner of INSYS Icom, Strengthens Secure Industrial Connectivity Portfolio
The strategic partnership expands Softing Industrial’s portfolio for secure industrial networking, VPN-based remote access and OT/IT integration in Industry 4.0 and Industrial IoT applications. -
NCC Group Data Reveals 2025 Was a Record Year for Global Ransomware
Cyber attacks rose 50% year-on-year, reaching 7,874 incidents worldwide. -
HARTING Appoints Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Christian Gysin assumed his position as Chief Technology Officer at the HARTING Technology Group on March 1, 2026. -
Study: Manufacturing Organizations Doubled AI Investment, Yet Only 37% Fully Prepared to Operationalize AI
62% of AI projects are in pilot or development stages, and 90% of respondents agree that improving data quality is critical to AI success. -
Employing Automation to Tackle Warehouse Labor Shortages
Here are five ways manufacturers can implement automation to solve warehouse labor shortage issues. -
Metalwork Machinery Orders Predictably Decline in January After Historic December
New orders of metalworking machinery, measured by the U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report published by AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology, totaled $441.4 million in January 2026. -
Teledyne GMI Announces Strategic Partnership With Southern Cross, a Sparus Company, to Support the U.S. Gas Utilities Market
This strengthened U.S. footprint will allow Teledyne GMI to deliver enhanced responsiveness and technical expertise to customers requiring high‑performance gas detection technologies. -
How Demand Planning Transforms Supply Chain Efficiency
In 2026, demand planning goes beyond simply estimating sales figures. It is a strategic approach designed to align your company’s production with market demands. -
ISA Announces Call for Committee Participants to Create New Standard for Distributed Workflow System Integration
The ISA113 Standard Committee will develop a vendor-neutral standard for distributed workflow system integration. -
Okuma America Corporation President Jim King Appointed to The Association for Manufacturing Technology's Board of Directors
Mr. King's appointment was confirmed at the organization's annual business meeting. His term will begin on April 8, 2026. -
DigiKey Collaborates With STMicroelectronics and Ultra Librarian to Deliver Enhanced eDesignSuite Integration
The free, browser-based design environment streamlines engineering workflows from simulation to BOM export and purchasing. -
IWT Expands Eight-Year Collaboration With Aras to Strengthen the Digital Thread and Support Global Growth
IWT, a global specialist in the design, manufacture and installation of washing systems for the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries, is expanding its use of Aras Innovator. -
QT9 Software Announces New Global Headquarters in Historic Downtown Batavia
QT9 Software’s relocation will initially bring approximately 65 employees to downtown Batavia, with staffing projected to grow to around 100 high‑skilled technology roles as the company expands. -
IMI to Supply Specialist Ultra-High-Pressure Valves for North Sea Offshore Development
IMI has been selected to supply specialist control valves for ultra-high-pressure injection systems supporting a major offshore development in the North Sea. -
Promoting Power, Precision and Practical Efficiency in Servo Motors
Understanding where losses occur and how to minimize them is key to improving performance across servo systems. -
Microelectronics US 2026 Showcases Practical Solutions to the Engineering Challenges Shaping Next-Generation Systems
Free registration now open for Microelectronics US 2026, which is designed to give engineers, technologists and system leaders practical insight they can apply immediately. -
PI Earns Gold in MassEcon Economic Impact Awards
Physik Instrumente (PI) has been named the Gold winner in the 2026 Team Massachusetts Economic Impact Awards. -
OnRobot Heads to Reno With Hands-On Automation Solutions for Northern Nevada's Manufacturing Workforce Challenge
OnRobot will host the “Build your Automation Roadmap” event in Reno on April 9, bringing practical automation solutions directly to the region’s manufacturing community. -
Quicktron Robotics Makes US Debut at MODEX 2026 With Integrated Solutions for Warehouse Operations
Quicktron will demonstrate at MODEX 2026 in Atlanta how its unified tote and pallet robotics and software technologies combine in QuickMix to provide "one platform for all scenarios," marking the solution’s US debut. -
Network Bridging in Industrial Wireless Distribution Systems
In industrial wireless deployments, one technology sits at the center of every high-performance network: the Wireless Distribution System (WDS) bridge. -
How Data-Over-Power Technology Is Redefining Manufacturing Connectivity
By integrating the right data infrastructure and working with the right partners, you can enable efficient, reliable and scalable operations that are prepared for the future. -
Siemens Expands Data Center Partner Ecosystem to Scale Next-Generation AI Infrastructure
The expanded ecosystem brings compute and power flexibility together to accelerate grid interconnection and time to revenue for AI infrastructure operators. -
Let’s Connect: Discussing the Need for Multi-Component Solutions for Industrial Connectors
Connectors and sensors may be physically small, but they sit at the heart of some of the biggest transformations happening in industry today. -
HPE Threat Labs Report Reveals Cyber Adversaries Are Morphing Their Business Model to Scale and Accelerate Attacks
A new HPE Threat Labs report brings together world-class network threat research expertise and experience. -
Accelerating Operational Excellence: The Power of Visualization and AI in Chemical Manufacturing
As chemical manufacturing plants grow more complex, the ability to see clearly, understand context and act decisively becomes a competitive necessity. -
Schneider Electric Showcases Energy-Tech Convergence at Hannover Messe 2026
Schneider Electric will demonstrate how industrial organizations can turn today's toughest operational, energy and workforce challenges into tangible competitive advantage at Hannover Messe 2026. -
How Agentic AI Can Augment Human Expertise on the Manufacturing Shop-Floor
The success of agentic AI in manufacturing relies on a Human-in-the-Loop model to build trust and leverage worker expertise, forging a vital partnership between machine proactivity and human judgment on the factory floor. -
Cybertrol Engineering Celebrates 30 Years of Automation Excellence
The control and information systems integrator marks three decades supporting manufacturers with advanced automation and information solutions. -
HIMA Reaches Next Milestone in International Expansion, Officially Opening New Entities in Colombia and Peru
The celebrations were accompanied by technical lectures highlighting the advantages of digitalization in process safety, including the growing importance of OT security in increasingly connected industrial environments. -
Isembard Raises 50 Million USD Series A to Open 25 AI-Powered Factories Serving Aerospace and Defense
The capital will accelerate the company’s plan to open 25 factories by the end of 2026, expand its engineering teams while launching into Germany, France and Ukraine. -
The Overlooked Industrial AI Race: Building the Guardrails Before It Is Too Late
Everyone is talking about what AI can do. Far fewer are talking about what happens when it goes wrong in a place where software meets steel. -
Arvato Accelerates Robotics Implementation Through Strategic Partnership With Unchained Robotics
The strategic partnership will accelerate the development and deployment of practical robotics solutions. -
Study: Industrial Leaders Ready to Invest in Flexible, Electrified Operations
Almost two-thirds (65%) of industrial sector leaders see electrification as the most effective lever to achieve net zero targets. -
Using Machine Learning Data to Achieve Sustainability, Performance and Governance Goals
In an environment defined by labor shortages, rising uptime expectations and pressure to improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), simple data collection is no longer enough. -
Future of Robotics: Market Size Worth 442.38 Billion USD by 2034
As enterprises increasingly adopt autonomous systems and smart automation technologies, robotics is moving beyond traditional manufacturing to power logistics, healthcare, smart cities and advanced defense systems. -
Pfannenberg Announces One Pfannenberg, a Global Strategic Initiative
One Pfannenberg unifies global teams, engineering expertise, manufacturing operations and digital capabilities within a single operating framework. -
6ES7517-3FP00-0AB0 Safety PLC: High-Performance Control for Industrial Automation
The 6ES7517-3FP00-0AB0, part of the SIMATIC S7-1500 series, is a powerful fail-safe controller designed for advanced automation applications. -
Pepperl+Fuchs and Everphone Launch Partnership for Industrial Mobility
The Mannheim-based industrial specialist Pepperl+Fuchs and Everphone have entered into a strategic partnership.M -
IDS and Prophesee Deepen Collaboration to Advance Next-Generation, Event-Based Industrial Vision Systems
The expanded partnership will explore new sensing architectures combining conventional imaging with Prophesee’s Metavision event-based vision for developing faster, more accurate and power-efficient machine vision systems. -
EIS Expands Deployment of Flexxbotics Software for Factory-Wide Autonomous Process Control Rollout
“When an entire factory runs on Flexxbotics, the value compounds fast,” said Tyler Bouchard, co-founder and CEO of Flexxbotics. -
What Is the Future of Advanced Robotics in Manufacturing?
Manufacturing is undergoing structural redefinition driven by intelligent robotics. -
ABB Robotics Partners With NVIDIA to Deliver Industrial-Grade Physical AI at Scale
ABB Robotics integrates NVIDIA Omniverse libraries into RobotStudio to deliver physical AI for industry, closing the gap from virtual training to real-world deployment with up to 99% accuracy. -
Video: Process Automation Insights - Executive Interview With ABB
Join Automation.com for an enlightening conversation with Stefan Basenach, senior vice president of Automation Technology at ABB, as he delves into the dynamic world of industrial automation. -
From Legacy QCS-DCS to Actionable Insights: An Architecture for Paper Machines
Three use cases and an example project illustrate the design elements and processes involved in developing a successful and repeatable ISA-95-based architecture from data generated by brownfield paper machines. -
Engineers Look to Mouser Electronics for Wide Selection of STMicroelectronics Products
With more than 18,000 ST products — including more than 13,000 in stock and ready to ship — Mouser offers a wide portfolio of the newest ST solutions, adding new products every day. -
Jury Nominates Three Companies for the HERMES AWARD
Festo, Schaeffler and Ziehl-Abegg have been nominated for the HERMES AWARD. -
Yokogawa Announces Third Annual STEMPOWERMENT Camp to Inspire the Next Generation of STEM Leaders
The STEMPOWERMENT Camp provides students with direct exposure to emerging technologies and career pathways across the STEM landscape. -
Endress+Hauser Demonstrates High Sustainability Performance in Benchmark Comparison
Endress+Hauser has once again achieved 78 out of 100 points in the EcoVadis sustainability rating 2026. -
ENFORCERS Project Launched to Strengthen European Cybersecurity Cooperation for Industrial Software and Automation
The European consortium is kicking off a three-year initiative to secure software supply chains, co-ordinated incident response, and lifecycle resilience under emerging EU cybersecurity frameworks. -
Understanding and Defending Against Iranian Cyber Threats: An ISA/IEC 62443 Perspective
During the unprecedented escalation of the current 2026 cyber and kinetic war involving Iran, Israel and the United States, understanding the adversary's playbook is more critical than ever. -
IFS Completes Acquisition of Softeon, Creating a Powerhouse in End-to-End Supply Chain Intelligence
IFS Softeon unites Industrial AI and best-in-class warehouse management to deliver unified supply chain excellence from the boardroom to the warehouse floor. -
Transforming Data Science With NVIDIA RTX PRO™ 6000 Blackwell Workstation Edition
NVIDIA RTX PRO™ 6000 Blackwell Workstation Edition delivers ultimate acceleration for data science and AI workflows. -
Telit Cinterion and Airfide Networks Bring High-Precision Localization and Sensing to 5G Solutions Powered by FN990B40
The strategic collaboration embeds ultra-wideband and 60 GHz radar into Telit Cinterion’s next-generation FN990B40 5G sub-6 data card. -
Eclipse Automation Marks 25 Years With Expansion, New Partnerships
Eclipse Automation, a global leader in factory automation, has announced a significant strategic evolution in celebration of its 25th anniversary. -
Motion Controls Market to Grow by 3.9% in 2026
The global motion controls market revenue was valued at $14.6Bn in 2025, despite struggles and a contraction of -2.0%. -
Cybersecurity Compliance vs. Security: Why You Need Both in Manufacturing
“Compliance” and “security” are connected, but they involve different strategies. -
OPC Foundation and CEN/CENELEC Strengthen Cooperation on Digital Product Passport Standardization
Through this liaison, the OPC Foundation will actively contribute to the work of CEN/CENELEC JTC 24 — Digital Product Passport — Framework and System. -
Panasonic Connect Unveils Latest in Smart Electronics Assembly Manufacturing Equipment
Panasonic Connect North America is showcasing AI and automation on the factory floor by unveiling next-generation smart factory solutions at APEX EXPO 2026. -
Preventing Sludge Overflow in Anaerobic Digesters
Ideal sludge overflow detection begins with both level and pressure sensing working together on an IIoT platform. -
ISA/IEC 62443 in Four Practical Layers
ISA/IEC 62443 turns uncertainty into a navigable journey. -
AI Use in Industrial Businesses: Legal Expert Shares Common, Potentially Expensive Risks
Companies that do not actively monitor regulatory changes regarding AI or embed compliance into their processes may inadvertently violate the law, even when acting in good faith. -
AI at HANNOVER MESSE: Out of Theory. Into Application.
With HANNOVER MESSE 2026, AI in industry becomes tangible. In a practical and application-oriented way, the trade fair demonstrates how manufacturing companies can profitably use AI. -
The Shift Toward Proactive Safety: Adapting to the Agile and AI-Driven Robotics
Let's explore proactive safety, a framework in which context-aware systems and wireless fail-safe controls replace physical cages to maintain both worker well-being and operational efficiency. -
Manufacturing Industry Forecast 2.9% Growth in 2026 as Asia Leads the Way
2026 manufacturing industry output is likely to improve, but underlying uncertainty means it could swing positively or negatively, new analysis shows. -
Purdue, Rittal and Eplan Announce Strategic Partnership for Smart Manufacturing, Engineering Education
The partnership will see Purdue join the Rittal + Eplan Partner Network as a research partner with a focus on design of advancing smart manufacturing education and preparing students for the next industrial revolution. -
Deutsche Messe Establishes Dedicated Business Unit for HANNOVER MESSE
Deutsche Messe AG has created the structural framework to further strengthen the positioning of its globally leading industrial event. -
Yokogawa to Provide Power Plant Controller and Batteries for Cosmo Eco Power’s Wind Power Plant in Northern Japan
Cosmo Eco Power’s wind power plant will be capable of generating 94.6MW of electricity and is expected to start operation in 2029. -
ABB’s Zibo Facility in China Sets a Benchmark for Low-Carbon Manufacturing
ABB's production facility in Zibo, Shandong province, China, is delivering measurable energy and emissions reductions through the implementation of advanced digital energy management and electrification solutions. -
Siemens Delivers Verified AI-Driven Cybersecurity Solution for Industrial 5G With Palo Alto Networks
At Mobile World Congress 2026, Siemens announced a verified cybersecurity solution for industrial private 5G Networks in collaboration with Palo Alto Networks. -
'Women in Robotics 2026' Awarded by International Federation of Robotics
To give women in the industry more visibility and acknowledgment, the International Federation of Robotics awarded 11 women shaping the future of robotics in 2026. -
Managing OT Obsolescence: A Strategic Approach to Industrial Cyber Resilience
Lifecycle visibility is key to revealing and fixing the hidden vulnerabilities of outdated assets. -
A Recipe for Batch Processing Success
Modern batch processing relies on flexible ISA-88–based software that streamlines recipe creation, coordinates tasks across multiple units and enables efficient execution of multistage production processes. -
Attabotics Expands Manufacturing Operations to the U.S.
The U.S.-based manufacturing will be based in an existing LaFayette facility in central Kentucky — a central location with easy access to established freight corridors to serve customers coast to coast. -
ABB's Fidas24 Gas Analyzer Awarded CSA Certification for Hazardous Applications in US and Canada
This certification highlights ABB’s ongoing commitment to delivering safe, compliant, reliable solutions in safety-critical industries worldwide. -
Reliability and CMMS To Be Reimagined at Fluke Xcelerate 2026, a Leading Predictive Maintenance Conference
Hosted in Austin, Texas, March 9-11, Xcelerate 2026 brings together innovation and impact through hands-on trainings, expert key notes and networking sessions. -
Don’t Just Build Robots, Build Trust: Why the Future of Humanoids Depends on Service
For the companies pioneering humanoid development, the question is no longer if the technology will work, but whether it can keep working in the field. -
Hirebotics Promotes Co-Founder Matthew Bush to CEO
Bush succeeds Rob Goldiez, who retires after 10+ years leading the metal fabrication-focused collaborative robot company. -
10 Ways Automation Technology Buyers Get It Wrong (Before They Ever Issue the Request for Proposal)
Here's why strategy — not software — determines whether automation investments actually deliver operational value. -
Proactive Upgrades in 2026: A Rare Alignment of Incentives for Manufacturers
Here's why now is the right time for capital investment, from the new OBBBA tax benefit to component availability. -
Industrial Organizations Overestimate Remote Access Security, New Global Report Finds
“The State of Industrial Remote Access 2026” reveals rising vendor risk, visibility gaps and accelerating shift toward unified OT access platforms. -
Manufacturing and Automation Exchange (MAX) Set to Debut in Nashville March 24-26 at the Music City Center
Formerly The ASSEMBLY Show South and The Quality Show, MAX unites the strengths of these events but expands on it bringing together the full scope of manufacturing. -
Research Shows Top OEMs Cut Downtime Recovery by 40%, Strengthening Profitability Through Resilience First Strategies
The findings reveal how leading machine builders strengthen recovery, consistency and customer outcomes. -
The Mechatronic Approach to Designing Motion as a System
The idea of building a machine from isolated parts, each with its own setup and software, no longer fits how modern automation works. -
Robotics and Automation Industry Remains Under Pressure
The robotics and automation industry in Germany continues to face challenging conditions. -
Reliability Patterns That Sustain Robotics and Industrial Automation
Reliability is expected when systems are new. The real test comes after deployment and years of continuous operation. -
ABB’s Bella Vista Plant Cuts Emissions and Advances Mission to Zero in Argentina
The Bella Vista electrification plant now operates entirely on renewable electricity, supported by on-site solar generation, electrified mobility and digital energy optimization. -
DigiKey Spotlights New Products at Embedded World 2026
The company’s booth will highlight product demos from Arduino, Microchip, NXP, STMicroelectronics and more. -
EC Motors, Axial Flux and the Fight for Differentiation in High-Efficiency Motors
The market for high-efficiency motors (>IE4 or equivalent) continues to grow at a faster pace than the broader low voltage AC motor market. Through 2030, Interact Analysis is expecting the market to nearly double from its 2025 value of $1.7 billion. -
Emerson Announces OPTIMIZE 26 Conference for AspenTech Users
OPTIMIZE 26 will bring together process and power & utilities customers from around the world to learn how advanced optimization technologies are shaping the future of industrial innovation.