©2026 Automation.com, a subsidiary of the International Society of Automation.
-
ISA provides technical resources and standards to help industrial automation professionals advance their careers and the field. We enable automation professionals worldwide to solve problems and enhance their skills by bringing people together to create new technologies and share best practices with future automation professionals.-
ISA Resources
-
Upcoming Events
-
Industry Insights
-
Consortia
-
Articles and News
33,442 Results Found
-
Dacke Industri Expands in Europe Through Strategic UK Acquisition of BTL-UK Ltd
Dacke Industri is pleased to announce the successful acquisition of 80% of the shares in BTL-UK Ltd. -
Why Your Company Should Shift to Digital Logging
Now is the time to leave the paper behind because better logging leads to better operations. -
Siemens Enters Collaboration With Microsoft to Enhance IoT Interoperability for Buildings
The collaboration will enable interoperability between Siemens’ digital building platform, Building X and Microsoft Azure IoT Operations. -
Case Study: How FLIR Thermal Vision Is Protecting 25% of Ireland’s Electricity Grid From Cascade Failure Blackouts
Automated thermal monitoring brings early fire detection and continuous condition monitoring insights to a major Irish power station. -
Mouser Electronics New Product Insider: More Than 15,000 New Parts Added in Q2 of 2025
Mouser's customers can expect 100% certified, genuine products that are fully traceable from each manufacturer. -
Remote Operations Need Peak-Performance Batteries
Expert recommendations can help optimize the supply of power to wireless devices in remote locations. -
Topical Roundup: June 2025
Be the first to see every automation news update and trend by subscribing to Automation.com. -
Peak Technologies Appoints Michael Wills as Chief Revenue Officer, North America
Wills will oversee the North America revenue function, leading sales, account management, revenue operations and marketing operations teams. -
POSITAL Explosion-Proof Rotary Encoders Now UL Certified
These devices are ideal for oil and gas installations, chemical plants, woodworking operations, grain handling facilities and fabric production -
Siemens Opens One of Europe’s Most Modern Train Factories and Service Centers in Munich
This development underscores the technology company’s commitment to Germany as a viable location for manufacturing and innovation. -
How to Get Maximum Value From Your MES
Follow best practices when implementing a manufacturing execution system. -
A Message From the Editor: Tools for More Secure, Resilient OT Environments
As digital transformation breaks down the walls between OT and IT systems in pursuit of innovation and efficiency, new cybersecurity threats can emerge. -
Sustainable Wireless Power Solutions Combat IoT Battery Waste
Researchers warn that a looming crisis in IoT battery waste is set to see up to 78 million batteries discarded daily by 2025. -
ABB Works With Paragon Energy Solutions to Develop Integrated Offering for the U.S. Nuclear Power Sector
ABB and Paragon are collaborating to develop advanced Instrumentation, Control and Electrification solutions for nuclear facilities. -
BW Converting’s Machine Learning Project Selected for New Microsoft AI Co-Innovation Lab in Milwaukee
A digital innovation initiative about fault anomalies has been selected as one of the first projects for the new Microsoft AI Co-Innovation Lab. -
NEMA Applauds Master Control Systems on Make It American Program Certification
The program strengthens U.S. manufacturing and offers a straightforward pathway for companies to comply with domestic content rules. -
Renishaw Helps Irish Manufacturing Research (IMR) to Advance Aerospace Optics Manufacturing
Renishaw has collaborated with Irish Manufacturing Research to support groundbreaking research into additive manufacturing for novel aerospace materials. -
The Rise of Collaborative Robots: Technical and Commercial Insights
Cobots have transformed manufacturing, with their market projected to grow from US$1.2 billion in 2023 to US$29.8 billion by 2035. -
Open Process Automation Systems Advance
Are open real-time control systems finally ready to fulfill their transformative potential and redefine industrial automation? -
Valmet to Deliver Valmet DNA to a Bio-based Process Plant in Portugal
Valmet will deliver a Valmet DNA Distributed Control System to a bio-based process plant in Portugal. -
Valin Corporation Acquires Burns Controls
Valin’s motion control and automation portfolio continues its growth. -
Securing Manufacturing Lines from the Inside Out
As manufacturers embrace digitalization and OT convergence, their attack surface expands dramatically. -
Siemens’ Techcellence Awards Recognizes European Digital Transformation, Sustainability and Innovation Leaders
Siemens Digital Industries Software announced the winners of its second annual Techcellence Awards. -
Unlocking Smarter Manufacturing
Use this three-stage blueprint to ensure success when rethinking industrial operations. -
Electromate Recognized as a 2025 Recipient of the Canadian Business Excellence Awards for Private Businesses
This prestigious designation recognizes Canadian businesses that demonstrate a strategic approach to improving business performance. -
How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming Manufacturing
Embedding AI systems into products makes AI accessible and usable for a wide range of users. -
Case Study: Industrial Automation Brings Animatronic Robot Alive
Industrial-grade automation technologies provided a robot-building learning experience. -
IoT-Enabled Self-Healing in Network Devices
Edge computing, machine learning algorithms and centralized management platforms work in tandem to ensure industrial systems keep running. -
Siemens Completes Acquisition of Dotmatics
Siemens has expanded its AI-powered Siemens Xcelerator portfolio with end-to-end digital thread that connects data from research through to production in Life Sciences. -
EDM Council and Object Management Group Combine to Create Global End-to-End Data and Standards Authority
The first-of-its-kind non-profit trade association fosters the growth of data, software, systems, knowledge engineering and standards capability. -
Flender Expands Elgin, IL Service Center to Enhance North American Operations
Flender anticipates a grand opening event when the operations commence in February 2026. -
Vortex Flow Meters: Versatile Solutions for Complex Safety and Measurement Needs
Utilizing fluid behavior characteristics helps provide a highly versatile and reliable flow reading for process and safety applications. -
Honeywell Acquires Li-ion Tamer to Bolster Fire Detection Technologies, Further Strengthening Building Automation Portfolio
The acquisition enhances Honeywell's leading fire life safety portfolio in its Building Automation business. -
How AI Enhances Smart Manufacturing
Manufacturing business systems and ISA-95 support the digital transformation of manufacturing. -
Ask the Automation Pros: What Is the Best VFD Design and Installation Plan?
ISA automation professionals explain key considerations for using variable frequency drives. -
IFS Acquires TheLoops to Launch the Industrial AI Workforce
The new AI Agentic platform makes it simple to bring intelligent digital teammates into industrial workflows. -
Emerson Receives Award for Excellence in Energy Efficiency at Milwaukee Facility
The award recognizes companies in Wisconsin that go above and beyond basic energy efficiency solutions, both within their own organizations and those they support. -
Bentley Systems, Enactus Launch 2025 iTwin4Good Challenge Amid Global Infrastructure Workforce Shortage
The international student competition leverages digital twin technology to tackle infrastructure challenges. -
A Mitsubishi Electric Group Company Expands Orders Nearly 100 Autonomous Cartken Hauler Robots for Industrial Applications
The partnership has entered a new phase with the large-scale deployment of autonomous robots for material movement in Japan’s factories, warehouses, logistics, medical and life sciences facilities. -
The Prospects for Five Machinery Markets in 2025
The outlook for the machinery manufacturing market in 2025 is mixed. -
Are Your Maintenance Teams Ready for the AI Revolution?
To unlock the power of industrial AI, create a frontline culture of continuous learning. -
Bentley Systems Wins Multiple 2025 Sustainability Delivery Awards
Bentley and its users were recognized for forward-thinking approaches to carbon reduction and water and energy resilience. -
Report Highlights What Machine Builders Can Do to Mitigate Skilled Labor Shortage in the Manufacturing Sector
One-third of machine building companies have up to 25% of their vacancies unfilled, and new technologies could help bridge that skills gap. -
Yokogawa Collaborates With Shell on Robotics and AI Technology for Plant Maintenance
Yokogawa will add an advanced machine vision tool called Operator Round by Exception, developed by Shell, into its own OpreX Robot Management Core. -
Critical Manufacturing’s MES & Industry 4.0 Summit 2025 Highlights the Power of Collaboration in Digital Transformation
Critical Manufacturing successfully concluded the MES & Industry 4.0 International Summit at Porto’s Alfândega Congress Center. -
Global Industrial Robot Shipments Declined in 2024, Recovery Expected in 2025
The global shipment volume of industrial robots in 2024 totaled just over 505,000 units, reflecting a 2.4% decrease compared with 2023. -
Verizon Chooses Nokia as Hardware and Software Provider for Thames Freeport Multisite Private 5G Deal
Verizon Business, in collaboration with Nokia, will deliver multiple Verizon Private 5G Networks to industrial campuses across the Thames Freeport. -
Okuma America Corporation Awarded 2025 Supplier of the Year by American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc.
Mr. Jim King, president, CEO, and COO of Okuma America Corporation, accepted the award at AAM’s annual Supplier Day event held in Detroit, Michigan. -
Mouser Electronics Honored for Distribution Excellence by Leading Manufacturers of Electronic Components
Mouser Electronics, Inc. has received more than 25 top business awards from its manufacturer partners for exemplary performance during 2024. -
Predictive Maintenance: Using IIoT Data in Manufacturing
Predictive maintenance and virtual twins are no longer aspirations for the future. They are necessities for manufacturers who want to stay competitive. -
ISA Hosts Third Annual OT Cybersecurity Event in Brussels
The ISA OT Cybersecurity Summit had a 117% increase in attendance year over year, with 260 attendees, 34 sessions, 44 speakers and 14 sponsors. -
AI Adoption Surges in Life Sciences Manufacturing as Talent, Risk and Quality Pressures Intensify
A global survey has revealed how manufacturers are adopting advanced technologies to stay competitive and meet rising patient demands amid economic uncertainty. -
DNV Reviews Network Resilience of ABB’s Distributed Control System for Reliable Operation of Remote Facilities
Global quality assurance provider DNV completes test observation of the remote operations capabilities of ABB Ability System 800xA. -
Fizyr and Yaskawa Europe Announce Partnership With Bonetto Automation
Bonetto Automation will leverage Yaskawa robotics and Fizyr PANOPTIC vision AI to expand its suite of highly reliable turnkey production automation solutions. -
Mouser's New Ebook Showcases Fundamental Motor Control Design Challenges and Solutions From Qorvo
As solutions in mobility, automation and robotics have exploded in the past decade, motor-based systems have become a central focus for system designers. -
Weidmuller Ltd. Canada Opens New Calgary Office to Strengthen Presence in Western Canada
Weidmuller Ltd. Canada is pleased to announce the opening of its new office in Calgary, Alberta. -
ALVA Industries Announces New Motor Technology Demonstration at Automatica 2025
Alva will showcase a live demonstration at Automatica 2025, powered by Elmo. -
Ask the Automation Pros: Dealing with Interacting PID Loops
In the latest post of the Ask the Automation Pros blog series, the pros explore how to deal with interacting PID loops. -
Tariff Headwinds and Domestic Tailwinds: China’s Manufacturing Outlook for 2025
Overall, China’s manufacturing sector is on a path of gradual recovery, despite the headwinds from tariffs. -
Yokogawa Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the CENTUM Distributed Control Systems: A Pioneering Achievement
Yesterday, Yokogawa Electric Corporation celebrated the 50th anniversary of the announcement of its flagship product, CENTUM, a pioneering DCS. -
The Takeoff of AI Software to Return Growth to the Machine Vision Market in 2025
Interact Analysis expects AI software to grow at a much faster pace than that of traditional software libraries, promoting stronger growth within the machine vision market overall. -
ISASecure Announces New IACS Security Assurance (ACSSA) Inspection and Certification Scheme
ISA has announced the upcoming rollout of the ISASecure Industrial Automation Control System Security Assurance (ACSSA) inspection and certification scheme. -
Seeq Corporation Named to Inc.’s 2025 Best Workplaces List
The annual list recognizes the businesses that set the standard for workplace success and awards excellence in company culture. -
SPS Atlanta 2025 Addresses Manufacturing Challenges With Automation-Focused Solutions
The U.S. debut of Smart Production Solutions (SPS Atlanta) offers a focused platform to drive automation forward and reinforce American industrial strength. -
Allgon Group Appoints Linda Nyquist-Evenrud as New Group CEO
She will assume the role on Sept. 1, 2025, succeeding Ola Samelius, who will retire in 2026 after many successful years with the company. -
Muratec USA Announces Strategic West Coast Partnership With Selway Machine Tool Company
This new collaboration with Selway strengthens Muratec USA’s established sales and service footprint across key western states. -
The Advantages of Aluminum in CNC Machining
This blog post explores the benefits of using aluminum compared to steel in CNC machining. -
Europe's Auto Industry Installed 23,000 New Robots in 2024
The total number of industrial robots installed in Europe reached 23,000 in 2024, which is the second-best result in five years. -
Comau Collaborates With Multiple Players in Additive Manufacturing Applications to Expand into New Market Sectors
Comau has collaborated with industry-leading companies addressing the need for affordable automation to drive advanced on-demand manufacturing applications. -
Emerson to Present Intelligent Automation Solutions at Automatica 2025
Booth visitors will learn how companies of any size can apply a Floor to Cloud approach to drive sustainable growth and maximize performance quality. -
What It Will Take to Build Effective Industrial AI
We don’t need sweeping digital promises. We need precise, human-first solutions that bridge the gap between theory and practice. -
Rotork Supplies Actuators for an Automated ‘Next Generation’ Fully Electrified Offshore Gas Platform
Rotork has supplied more 200 actuators to ONE-Dyas for the N05-A upstream gas processing platform, located in the Dutch North Sea. -
Antaira DC-to-DC Power Converter Wins Silver Award in 2025 Control Engineering Product of the Year
"We are incredibly honored to have the DTD-480-0953-T recognized in the Control Engineering Product of the Year awards," said Joe Cook, GM at Antaira Technologies. -
Accumold Harnesses AI to Empower People, Enhance Precision and Strengthen Customer Partnerships
At Accumold, AI is a powerful tool to enhance human expertise, not replace it. -
Rollon Celebrates 50 Years and Future Growth With Opening of New Michigan Facility
A new chapter in Rollon's history: the company celebrates half a century of innovation with the inauguration of a state-of-the-art facility in Michigan, USA. -
Comau CEO Participates in Debate on AI and Advanced Technologies at Automotive News Europe Congress
Comau CEO Pietro Gorlier participated in the panel “How AI is Reshaping Retail, Manufacturing and Autonomous Driving." -
The Responsible AI Institute Appoints Global Advisor to Support Trusted and Scalable AI Adoption Across Industries
The Responsible AI Institute is a global and member-driven non-profit dedicated to enabling successful responsible AI efforts in organizations. -
Weidmüller Celebrates 50 Years in Canada and 175 Years Globally
Weidmuller Canada’s journey began in 1975, as Weidmuller Terminations Ltd., operating from a modest, warehouse-style office. -
Digital Twin Consortium Announces Next Phase of AI Agent Capabilities Periodic Table Framework
The AI-powered framework offers customized operational guidance, accelerating agentic AI from idea to execution across industries. -
NEMA Convenes Bipartisan Discussion With Lawmakers on How Energy Infrastructure Can Keep Pace with AI Revolution
The recent NEMA-Semafor event was called “Powering Our AI Future." -
Trump’s Tariffs Dampen Manufacturing Sector Growth in 2025
The manufacturing recovery will now gain momentum in 2026 rather than 2025. -
International Society of Automation 2026 Election Results Announced
ISA introduces its2026 leadership team, including Francisco Diaz-Andreu as president-elect and Ardis Bartle as treasurer, along with new Executive Board members. -
Advanced Process Control Market Projected to Pass $10.3B by 2034
The Advanced Process Control Market is set to grow from its current market value of more than $3.5 Billion to more than $10.3 Billion by 2034. -
SEMI Announces Election of Tien Wu, ASE CEO, as International Board Chair
Wu and Loh will lead the SEMI International Board of Directors Executive Committee in evolving the association’s operations, programs and services worldwide. -
The Role of Photo-chemical Etching in High-tech Industries
PCE is a subtractive manufacturing technique that uses light-sensitive photoresists and controlled chemical etchants to produce extremely precise metal components. -
Jinggong Group and Yokogawa Sign Multi-Faceted Strategic Partnership on Mutual Business Development
Jinggong Holding Group Co and Yokogawa Electric Corporation will explore the possibility of new business development and market expansion. -
NEMA Welcomes Seven New Members, Strengthening Manufacturing Leadership in the Electrified Economy
NEMA has announced the addition of five manufacturing member companies and two associate member companies. -
ABB Expands Operations Center to Strengthen Support for Process Industries Customers in North America
ABB’s Mexico Technology and Engineering Center, known as MXTEC, now employs 43 people and plans to hire 10 more this year. -
Weidmuller USA Announces Grand Opening of New Engineering & Production Facility at Richmond HQ
The event also served as a significant highlight of the year-long celebration of Weidmuller’s milestone 50th anniversary in Richmond. -
Overcoming Five Cybersecurity Challenges of Rugged Devices
Rugged devices are essential for extreme environments, but organizations must realize that their physical strength does not mean they’re safe from cyber threats. -
25% of the World's Public-sector Wastewater Treatment Plants to Use AI in 2025
AI's competitive advantages for WWTPs include: data-driven process optimization, predictive maintenance, wastewater discharge control and hydraulic efficiency. -
ABB Wins Electrical and Automation Contract for Next Generation of Petrobras FPSO Vessels
Seatrium has awarded ABB a large order for floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) vessels to serve the South American market. -
HIMA Group Continues Growth Path, Strengthening Its Position as Key Solutions Provider
Sales surged 23% in fiscal year 2024 due to international expansion, strategic acquisitions and digitalization. -
Festo Highlights Robotic Grippers in a New Ebook
All About Robotic Grippers covers advanced solutions, misconceptions, all-in-one kits and online engineering tools. -
Seeq Appoints Ray Scheppach as Chief Financial Officer
Scheppach will oversee all aspects of Seeq’s global financial operations, including financial strategy, reporting, risk management, treasury, tax and long-term business planning. -
IMI Boosts Uptime and Efficiency at Chinese Plant With 3D Printed Valve Trim Upgrade in APAC First
In an APAC first, 11 3D printed valve trims engineered by IMI have boosted uptime and efficiency at a Chinese power plant. -
Reshoring Initiative 2024 Annual Report: 244,000 U.S. Manufacturing Jobs Were Announced in 2024 via Reshoring, FDI
While early 2025 job announcements are trending lower, policy stability could quickly unlock another wave of reshoring-driven investment. -
Key Enablers of Sustainability in Logistics and Supply Chain
The logistics industry stands at a crossroads, and sustainability is becoming a critical driver of transformation. -
Technologies Driving Robotics and Motion Control Advances
Robotics and motion control advances reduce manufacturing costs. -
Stäubli Group Expands Manufacturing Footprint in India With Renewable Energy Connectors
Stäubli is proud to announce the signing of the establishment of a new manufacturing facility in Bangalore, India. -
Ransomware Attacks Targeting Industrial Operators Surge 46% in One Quarter, Honeywell Report Finds
Honeywell’s 2025 Cybersecurity Threat Report reveals energy, manufacturing and other critical industrial sectors face significant escalation in threats. -
Interactive Ebook Explores Challenges in Precision, Speed and Efficiency for Industrial Automation
The Ebook dives into the demands for precision, speed and efficiency in modern industrial automation, robotics, energy and sensor technology. -
E Tech Group Appoints Karla Lunan as Chief Financial Officer to Support Global Growth
Lunan’s appointment supports E Tech Group’s strategic expansion into international markets, cybersecurity and business intelligence. -
Global Semiconductor Equipment Billings Increased 21% Year-Over-Year in Q1 2025
“The global semiconductor equipment market began 2025 with a solid quarter,” said Ajit Manocha, SEMI president and CEO. -
RealMan Showcases Embodied Robotics at Automate 2025
RealMan Robotics debuts intelligent embodied robotic arms, modular platforms, and AI-powered medical solutions at Automate 2025. -
UK Emerges as Europe’s Digital Manufacturing Frontrunner Powered by AI and Workforce Transformation
Rockwell Automation report: UK manufacturers are leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance workforce capabilities and drive operational resilience. -
Why Join an Association?
To keep up with shifts in any industry, you need to stay informed and connected, and you need to continue growing. -
Global Shop Solutions Celebrates 35 Years of Leadership and Innovation Under President and CEO
Under Alexander’s leadership, Global Shop Solutions is one of the last and largest family-owned ERP companies with no debt and no outside investment. -
Automated Test Equipment (ATE): The Backbone of Scalable Electronics Manufacturing
Let's dive deep into what ATE is, how it applies in the real world and how it transforms modern production lines. -
Fluke Reliability and Treon to Elevate Industrial Asset Performance with AI Diagnostics, IoT Sensors
The partnership will help customers shift from reactive to predictive maintenance outcomes that elevate industrial asset performance. -
When Milliseconds Matter: Protecting Critical Infrastructure With Real-Time Security Intelligence
SIEM software solutions give organizations a centralized view of their digital environments, enabling them to detect anomalies, investigate incidents and respond to threats. -
Comau to Display Its Cell Formation and New E-Mobility Solutions at the Battery Show Stuttgart
Comau’s advanced battery cell formation technologies and e-motor solutions at reinforce its leadership in scalable, end-to-end electrification systems. -
#ANCATooloftheYear2025: A Celebration of Precision and Innovation in Toolmaking
ANCA's prestigious competition is now open for entries: win AUD$10,000, a trip to Australia or Thailand, on-site consultation with ANCA experts and more. -
ABB Becomes First to Publish Environmental Product Declaration for Gearless Mill Drive Ring Motor
ABB leads mining industry in publishing Environmental Product Declaration for ring motor based on a comprehensive life cycle assessment. -
Waites Sensor Technologies Extends Predictive Maintenance Leadership With EMEA and APAC Growth
Demand for advanced predictive maintenance surges globally; Waites delivers AI-driven insights to manufacturers worldwide. -
Automotive Industry Shifts Gears as Talent and Technology Take Center Stage
Rockwell Automation report shows manufacturers are leaning into AI, upskilling and innovation to overcome workforce and operational challenges. -
Nine Out of Ten Organizations Say Sustainability Efforts Drive Business Success
“Sustainability today is about aligning regulatory compliance with operational excellence,” said Roque Martin, CEO of Aras. -
Egypt’s Al Ezz Dekheila Steel Co.’s Water Operations to Be Enhanced With ABB Ability System 800xA
ABB secures automation and control technology order from EZDK, the largest independent steel producer in the Middle East. -
Okuma America Corporation Names Morris Group, Inc. the Okuma Distributor of the Year for Fiscal 2024
Mr. Brad Morris, president and CEO of the Morris Group, accepted the award on May 21, 2025, at Okuma’s annual distributor meeting. -
Henry Schein Opts for IFS to Optimize Field Service and Streamline Global Operations
AI-powered IFS Cloud will help global healthcare solutions provider to consolidate technology, transform processes and enhance customer experience. -
Top Tips for Troubleshooting Electronic Systems
The 6-step procedure is outlined in the Navy Electricity and Electronics Training Series (NEETS), Module 19 - The Technician’s Handbook, NAVEDTRA 14191. -
Priorities for Reindustrialization Are to Improve Skilled Workforce, Use TCO, Prep for Geopolitical Risk
A new industry report reveals what government, OEMs and contract manufacturers must do to further accelerate and benefit from reshoring. -
Japan Airlines Selects IFS Cloud to Power Global Aviation Maintenance
Japan’s flagship carrier transitions from legacy vendor to IFS Cloud to support long-term transformation with aviation maintenance and enterprise capabilities. -
Comau Collaborates With Multiple Companies in Additive Manufacturing Applications to Expand Into New Market Sectors
Through these collaborations Comau’s customers will be able to print parts on demand with consistent, repeatable results. -
Seeq Announces 2024 Partner of the Year Award Winners
Seeq is recognizing outstanding global partners driving innovation, customer success and growth with advanced analytics solutions. -
Deutsche Messe Invites Submissions for the ROBOTICS AWARD 2026
Deutsche Messe AG is inviting submissions for this year's edition of the prestigious ROBOTICS AWARD, held in conjunction with HANNOVER MESSE. -
Automated Packaging Coming to the Forefront of the Automated Warehouse
At recent tradeshows such as LogiMAT and ProMat 2025, automated packaging companies were notably more visible. -
The Future of Automation Is Software-defined: Are You Ready?
Software-Defined Automation blends IT agility with industrial strength–boosting flexibility, speed and efficiency at the edge. It’s the future of automation, redefined by code, not cables. -
Valmet Celebrates 25 Years of Achievements and Shared Purpose in Beloit, Wisconsin
What began as a strategic purchase in 2000 has since evolved into a cornerstone of Valmet’s North American operations and OEM service expertise. -
Energy Drive Secures Investment to Support Continued International Expansion
Energy Drive has secured strategic growth investment from The Pears Family. -
German Robotics and Automation Faces 10% Revenue Drop
The robotics and automation industry in Germany is expected to generate total sales of €14.5 billion in 2025. -
Object Management Group Publishes New Edition of Journal of Innovation Focused on Security, Sovereignty and Trust
The issue explores trust as a vital facet in today’s business environment. -
Allient Inc. Announces Unified Brand Identity Across Global Technology Units
Unifying all technology units under the Allient brand marks an exciting step forward in strengthening Allient’s global identity. -
SEMI and Purdue University Launch AI and Data Analysis Online Courses
The courses were developed to equip semiconductor professionals to integrate AI and data-driven approaches in today’s competitive industry landscape. -
A Leap Ahead for IIoT and Cloud Communications
This new sensor integration gateway can send data to both IIoT and PLC destinations. -
Topical Roundup: May 2025
Automation.com offers daily news in the form of press releases, features, white papers, product postings and more. -
DEEP Robotics Empowers Intelligent Upgrades Across Industrial Scenarios
According to industry reports, global quadruped robot sales are projected to surpass 560,000 units by 2030. -
GridBeyond and ABB Deepen Strategic Partnership to Power BESS-as-a-Service
GridBeyond and ABB are announcing a strategic partnership to deliver ABB’s Battery Energy Storage Systems-as-a-Service offering. -
From Concept to Completion: How Digital Twins Impact the Entire Product Lifecycle
Let's examine how digital twins are revolutionizing industry by enabling real-time simulation, optimization and predictive analytics. -
Remote Operations Need Peak-Performance Batteries
Expert recommendations can help optimize the supply of power to wireless devices in remote locations. -
Pressure Builds, Output Slips: Tracking Germany’s Machinery Pulse
In 2025, some machinery sectors have hit new peaks in order range, while others have fallen below any average level seen over the past six years. -
Understanding the Relationship Between SEMI E187 and ISA/IEC 62443 in Equipment Security Implementation
This article explores the practical relationship between SEMI E187 and ISA/IEC 62443, highlighting areas of alignment as well as nuances where the standards partially overlap. -
E Tech Group Acquires System Integrator JSat Automation
The acquisition grows E Tech’s global footprint to ten countries and three continents, adding significant experience in life sciences. -
Hyundai CRADLE and CaPow Successfully Complete Proof-of-Concept, Achieve 100% Uptime for Hyundai Glovis
CaPow’s Power-in-Motion solution eliminates AGV and AMR downtime, enabling leaner, more productive fleet management. -
FRABA Group in 2024: Major Investments Support Growth in Changing Markets
The FRABA Group is positioning itself for future growth with investments in innovative technologies and new business ventures. -
NEMA Applauds Introduction of Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing May as Electrical Safety Month
“NEMA is proud to partner with ESFI to raise awareness, share resources and offer smart solutions to promote electrical safety . . . ” said NEMA President and CEO Debra Phillips. -
Mouser Equips Engineers to Navigate the Expanding World of Robotics with In-Depth Online Resources
Mouser's robotics content hub provides comprehensive resources, including articles, blogs, eBooks and products. -
Conveying the Benefits of Air Amplifiers
Air conveyors (sometimes known as pneumatic conveyors) have the potential to operate in two modes, offering vacuum (negative) and pressure (positive) conveying. -
A Practical Approach to Sustainable Manufacturing
Financially prudent decisions benefit both the business and the broader community. -
Preventing Factory Fires with Essential Monitoring Equipment
Factory fires threaten the facility, disrupt productivity and endanger the entire workforce. -
Softing Industrial Acquires Delta Logic Automatisierungstechnik GmbH
Softing Industrial expands its automation portfolio with Delta Logic’s PC-to-PLC and OPC UA solutions. -
Motion Opens First Canadian Conveyance Shop in Calgary to Elevate Belting Service in Western Canada
The new facility, located at 100-10725 74 St. SE, Calgary, Alberta, officially opened its doors on May 1, 2025. -
Leveraging Simulation Software to Address the Manufacturing Skills Gap
Technology and talent aren't competing factors but complementary forces that, when properly aligned, drive manufacturing excellence. -
Schneider Electric Launches Impact Buildings Program with First Site in Dubai
Schneider Electric has launched its first Impact Building in Dubai as part of its new Impact Buildings Program. -
ABB Motor Sets New World Record by Achieving 99.13% Energy Efficiency
The steel plant will have estimated electricity cost savings of around $6 million through improved energy efficiency over the motor’s 25-year lifespan. -
Supply & Demand Chain Executive Names Allison Sabia as Recipient of 2025 Pros to Know Award
The award recognizes outstanding executives whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage supply chain competitive advantage -
Digital Twin Consortium Announces Digital Twin Testbed Program
Member-driven testbeds showcase next-generation digital twins and enabling technologies. -
AI Will Fail Manufacturers in 2025
Empowering the controls team with time-series data from automated machines means you are moving forward on a digitization journey. -
The Replace, Repair or Retrain Decision
Knowing when to repair an aging machine, purchase a new one or ensure team members are using them efficiently are important and cost-effective decisions that ensure productivity and quality. -
Secure Data Connections to the Cloud
Demand for secure connectivity between OT and cloud systems has never been greater. -
Manufacturing Business Leaders Embrace AI
A majority report using AI weekly, making it a regular part of business operations. -
A Message from the Editor: A Fluid, Evolving Transformation
Chief Editor Renee Bassett introduces the May 2025 trends issue of Automation.com Monthly. -
Ask the Automation Pros: The Past and Future of Process Control
In the latest installment of Ask the Automation Pros, the pros take a look at the past and future of process control. -
NEMA Urges Senate to Preserve and Extend Key Energy and Manufacturing Tax Incentives in H.R. 1
NEMA President and CEO Debra Phillips has issued a statement in response to House passage of its reconciliation bill (H.R. 1). -
ABB Supplies Automation System for Cattle Feed Additive Facility to Support Methane Reduction Goals
ABB has been awarded a contract to provide automation hardware and software for a major methane-reducing cattle feed additive production facility. -
Automate 2025 Celebrates Record-Breaking Success Amid Rising Demand for Robotics and Automation
Automate 2025 in Detroit was the largest show ever, driven by a substantial increase in exhibitors and registrants. -
Augmented Reality Will Change Manufacturing Workflows
Prepare now for the transformation and benefits that AR technology will bring. -
Industrial Control Systems Drive Precision Agriculture
Comprehensive standards can build on the integration of GPS, sensors and data analytics. -
How Connected Worker Tech Bridges the Gap on the Factory Floor
Manufacturers are using electronic forms, checklists and management capabilities to enhance team engagement and drive continuous improvement. -
Sustainable Manufacturing: OEE and the Circular Economy
Creating more value with fewer resources—extending product life and reducing waste—is central to the circular economy. -
UniversalAutomation.Org Adds Two People to Its Management Committee
Agathe Lemaitre from Novo Nordisk and Sam Huang from the Kyland Group are the latest members to join the UniversalAutomation.Org board of directors. -
ExxonMobil: Pioneering Open Automation Technology
A U.S. chemical plant is the first to deploy the Open Process Automation at commercial scale. -
Enhancing Warehouse Operations with Autonomous Mobile Robots
Autonomous mobile robots represent an advancement in the development of warehouse automation and fulfillment. -
Rockwell Automation to Showcase Innovative Smart Battery Manufacturing at The Battery Show Europe 2025
Rockwell Automation will showcase its latest innovations for smart battery manufacturing at The Battery Show, June 3-5, in Stuttgart, Germany. -
Yokogawa Corporation of America Launches Long-Term Renewable Energy Initiative to Offset Carbon Footprint
The company has entered into a five-year agreement to purchase Green-e certified Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs). -
Process Industries Are Hesitant to Adopt Cloud Solutions, and That’s a Mistake
Ultimately, successful cloud adoption in process industries requires balancing tradition with innovation. -
Cost Takes Back Seat for Agentic AI, as Data Readiness Becomes Biggest Hurdle
While cost was once viewed as the biggest barrier to adoption, it now ranks significantly lower compared to data accuracy and quality. -
Cognite Announces New Leaders to Continue Driving AI Innovation and Accelerate Industrial Value Realization
Cognite has announced two strategic appointments to deliver more innovation with the AI ecosystem and customer value. -
Looking Forward: Outlook for Manufacturing Until 2028
Manufacturing stands on the edge of another revolution—one powered by AI, automation and sustainability. -
UTC Joins ISASecure in Partnership to Facilitate Broad Adoption of ISA/IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Standards
“It is an honor to welcome the Utilities Technology Council into the ISASecure program,” said ISASecure program manager Mark DeAngelo. -
Emerson’s ‘Project Beyond’ to Modernize and Seamlessly Integrate the Industrial Automation Technology Stack
The new enterprise operations platform delivers effortless integration of AI and automation technologies for enterprise optimization. -
thyssenkrupp Supply Chain Services Recognized as a Top Logistics Company in North America for 2025
This rating underscores the market relevance of the company with its more than 80 warehouse locations in the U.S. and its various supply chain solutions. -
Edge AI: From Niche to Mainstream
Moving beyond efficiency and automation, the conversation is shifting from “How do we use AI?” to “How does intelligence exist around us?” -
How Tariffs Are Reshaping Robotics Sourcing (And What to Do About It)
In early 2025, the robotics supply chain encountered unprecedented volatility due to global trade dynamics. Here's how suppliers are reshaping sourcing. -
How to Benefit from Power Over Camera Link in Machine Vision
BitFlow Axion PoCL frame grabbers eliminate need for separate power supply. -
Siemens and TURN2X Join Forces to Scale Up Green Energy Production
Siemens will become a preferred supplier and technology partner for TURN2X’s production of renewable natural gas. -
Industrial Leaders Go 'All-In' on AI, Enterprise Monitoring and Human-Centric Innovation at Seeq Conneqt 2025
This year’s event, with the theme “All-In,” brought together leaders from around the world, showcasing the latest AI powered innovations from Seeq. -
Hexagon Brings Automated Quality Inspection to Smaller Manufacturing Operations with PRESTO Quality Stations
Powerful robot programming makes automated quality inspection accessible to non-metrologists. -
ISA’s Student Guardian Committee Helps Future Industrial Automation and Control Systems Engineers Choose a Career Path
The International Society of Automation’s Student Guardian Committee is helping students learn about career paths in Industrial automation and control systems (IACS). -
Software Empowered Sustainability and Operational Success in Food, Beverage and Consumer Packaged Goods
Let’s dive into how three companies achieve their goals using automation technology as a key enabler of sustainable and profitable operations. -
Barcelona Cybersecurity Congress Reaffirms Cybersecurity as a Strategic Priority
The BCC was held along with IOT Solutions World Congress (IOTSWC) which brought together more than 260 exhibitors from 30 countries. -
Physical AI Will Reshape the World
Forget LLMs. Physical AI will take us from basic automation to augmentation and fully autonomous systems. -
KUKA To Demonstrate Cost-Effective Automated Arc Welding at FABTECH 2025
KUKA Robotics will feature its cost-effective and efficient automated arc welding robotics and technology at FABTECH 2025 from Sept. 8-11. -
Analyzing Production Data to Eliminate Downtime
To reduce downtime and the high costs of production halts, the industrial sector is turning to data analytics. -
John Kharsa Appointed General Manager of Fluid Components International (FCI)
Kharsa assumes full operational responsibility for FCI’s industrial process, nuclear power and aerospace business units. -
HARTING Opens New Technology Center in the ‘Indian Silicon Valley’
A 7,000 square metre technology center has been officially opened in Bangalore, popularly known as the "Silicon Valley of India." -
Understand dc UPS Systems for Mission-Critical Applications
The choice of dc UPS system depends on specific operational demands that range from industrial manufacturing to medical diagnostics and edge-based systems. -
From Downtime to Uptime: The Architecture Behind IoT-Enabled Self-Healing in Network Devices
This article discusses how the principles of IoT-enabled self-healing are becoming integral to network device design and management, promising more resilient network operations. -
Cybertrol Engineering Opens New Headquarters in Maple Grove, Minnesota
Cybertrol Engineering has moved its headquarters from Plymouth to Maple Grove, Minnesota, offering modern facilities and improved access for employees and clients.