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Peak Technologies Partners with Jacobi Robotics to Deliver Next-Generation Mixed-Case Palletizing Automation
The OmniPalletizer physical AI platform intelligently adapts to mixed-case variables and eliminates upstream complexities to save time and money. -
OPC Foundation Advances Open, Standards-Based, Digital Product Passport Adoption from Shop Floor to Cloud
The OPC Foundation has reaffirmed its commitment to enabling the next generation of Digital Product Passport (DPP) solutions with open, interoperable and standards-based technologies. -
Building Supply Chain Resilience: Why MOM Succeeds Where Standalone MES Fails
Here is where the MES-versus-MOM distinction stops being an academic exercise and starts costing real money. -
How Automation Is Becoming the Backbone of Tomorrow’s Clean‑Energy Ecosystems
Industrial automation in clean energy is transforming how electricity is produced, stored and delivered. -
OPSWAT and Emerson to Strengthen Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure Operators
Strategic collaboration expands operational technology (OT)‑safe patch management capabilities to Emerson’s Ovation Automation. -
Report: Cyber Resilient Infrastructure Starts with Early, Strategy-Driven Design
A new report from Black & Veatch and Takepoint Research finds that OT cybersecurity is still introduced too late in most industrial capital projects, increasing long‑term risk and cost. -
Yokogawa Obtains Certification to O-PAS Standard’s OPC UA Profile, an Industry First
Yokogawa's OpreX Open Automation SI Kit for Open Process Automation systems has been certified for conformance with the OPC Unified Architecture profile of the Open Process Automation Standard. -
Monolithic Namespace Is a Liability, Not a Strategy
The industry has been so focused on solving the integration problem that it has ignored the failure mode problem. -
Cadence and NVIDIA Expand Partnership to Reinvent Engineering for the Age of AI and Accelerated Computing
The expanded collaboration combines agentic AI, physics-based simulation and digital twins to accelerate engineering across semiconductors, physical AI systems and AI factories. -
HANNOVER MESSE 2026: Industrial AI as Competitive Game-Changer
More than 3,000 exhibitors will be demonstrating how the targeted deployment of industrial AI, robotics, automation and digitalization translates directly into measurable competitive advantages. -
Hands-On Automation Learning Prepares Students for the Future
Kettering University developed a collaborative program between education and industry to prepare students for meaningful, high-impact careers. -
ZAPI GROUP’s Virtual Conference Focuses on Mobile Robotics, Electrification and Logistics
This global forum is for engineers in construction, agriculture and material handling who are making the industrial and commercial vehicles of the future. -
ABB Grinding Technology to Strengthen Future Metals Supply Through Major Mining Development in Australia
International mining company Harmony Gold has selected ABB to supply gearless and ring-geared mill drive systems for flagship Eva Copper Mine Project in Queensland. -
Predictive Maintenance: Using Displacement Sensors for Real-Time Condition Monitoring
Learn how laser, eddy and other displacement sensors work and how they plug into IIoT PdM systems. They’re game changers on the shop floor. -
Siemens Powers DrinkPAK’s Expansion with Advanced Automation and Digital Technologies
Siemens manufacturing and infrastructure technologies, coupled with financial services, optimize DrinkPAK’s Fort Worth facility operations. -
Primus and Movu Robotics Partner to Advance Automated Facility Performance
Through a new strategic partnership with Movu Robotics, Primus is expanding its ability to deliver fully integrated automation solutions as part of its design-build approach. -
KUKA Unveils Vision for Automation 2.0 as Physical AI Reshapes Global Manufacturing
KUKA is repositioning itself to expand its global leadership role in the age of Physical AI, or what KUKA refers to as “Automation 2.0.” -
Automha and Comau to Showcase Integrated Logistics Automation Solutions at MODEX 2026
With the automated logistics market projected to exceed 10% of annual growth, the joint offering addresses rising demand for scalable, end-to-end logistics automation. -
Endress+Hauser Reports Positive Sales Results in 2025
In 2025, Endress+Hauser generated more than four billion euros in sales for the first time. -
Case Study: Small Municipality Streamlines and Standardizes Wastewater Treatment Sites with PLC Hardware
After decades using a mixture of specialized and commercial automation technologies, this utility operating many wastewater treatment installations is deploying solutions based on easy-to-use programmable logic controllers. -
ISA Celebrates Fifth Annual International Automation Professionals Day
The International Society of Automation (ISA), the leading professional society for automation, will celebrate its fifth annual International Automation Professionals Day on 28 April 2026. -
Why Secure Industrial Communication Depends on Deployment as Well as Protocols
The Industrial Security Harmonization Group (ISHG) has released a joint industry perspective highlighting a critical truth in industrial cybersecurity. -
Telit Cinterion Demonstrates deviceWISE Industrial Active Intelligence at Hannover Messe 2026
See how deviceWISE integrates with Lenovo platforms and NVIDIA edge AI to deliver enterprise grade industrial autonomy. -
KUKA to Highlight Advanced Automated Welding Solutions at FABTECH Canada 2026
The new KUKA arc_cellerate Index cell is the company's standardized welding solution designed as an economical and efficient option for high-mix, low-volume applications. -
Geminus AI, Bapco Energies and SLB to Deploy Physics-Native AI to Optimize Bahrain’s Energy Infrastructure
Geminus AI announced a strategic partnership with Bapco Energies and SLB to deploy physics-native artificial intelligence for real-time, system-wide optimization of Bahrain’s upstream production system. -
Industry 5.0: The Digital Journey of Enterprise-Wide Intelligence
The quest for optimization begins with digital connectivity, unlocking opportunities for insight generation, automated modeling and predictive maintenance, all essential for productivity in today’s demanding process environments. -
Momentum of Late-2025 Machinery Demand Carries Into Q1 of 2026
The total value of 2026 orders through February has reached $930.5 million, 26% above the first two months of 2025. -
The One Protocol Every Data Center Will Need in 2026
Redfish-inside PLCs — driven by Unitronics — are reshaping cooling, control and DCIM integration. -
HANNOVER MESSE: From the Battery Cell to Battery Recycling
At HANNOVER MESSE, around ten companies will jointly present the "Battery Use Case" showcase. -
Manufacturing's AI Moment: The Tech Powering the Workforce to Take the Next Industrial Leap
Here's how manufacturers translate AI investment into real-world gains on the shop floor. -
Jacobi Robotics Signs Collaboration with ABB Robotics to Bring AI-Powered Palletizing to ABB’s Integrator Network
ABB Robotics will incorporate Jacobi’s OmniPalletizer AI software with its robotics hardware and software, giving system integrators a productized path to mixed-case palletizing. -
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions in India Breaks Ground on Expanded New Manufacturing Facility in Bengaluru
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions in India announces the development of its new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Bengaluru, Karnataka, a greenfield investment that increases production capacity by 30%. -
From Vision to Reality: Making AI Agents Work at Scale
Orchestration is the missing link to scale AI. Here's why. -
BlueBotics to Highlight Fleet Manager Standardization and Advanced Obstacle Avoidance for AGVs/AMRs at MODEX 2026
The Swiss navigation leader will share expertise on unified fleet management, efficient AGV and AMR operation and advanced obstacle avoidance, highlighting how its ANT technology supports predictable, scalable mobile robot operations. -
ISA Podcast Breaks Down OT Cybersecurity in the Maritime Sector
The latest episode of Podomation examines the next wave of maritime cybersecurity with Marco Ayala and Steve Mustard. -
Valmet’s Automation Ensures Safe, Efficient Operation at the Complex Multifuel Waste-to-Energy Plant in Poland
Valmet will supply the complete Valmet DNAe Distributed Control System (DCS) and safety systems for PEC Gliwice Sp. z o.o.’s new waste-to-energy steam unit. -
Plus One Robotics Surpasses 2 Billion Picks and Celebrates 10 Years of AI-Powered Warehouse Innovation
Doubling its pick count in just two years, Plus One continues to demonstrate that AI-powered robotics can deliver measurable, repeatable results at scale. -
Siemens Accelerates AI Chip Verification to Trillion Cycle Scale with NVIDIA Technology
NVIDIA and Siemens have mastered a task previously considered impossible, capturing tens of trillions of cycles over a span of just a few days. -
Preparing Manufacturing Cybersecurity for the ‘Silver Tsunami’
The “silver tsunami” refers to the large-scale retirement of the Baby Boomer workforce, which can be especially impactful in the manufacturing sector. -
Honeywell to Help Boost Fuel Production and Enhance Workforce Capabilities at Dangote Refinery
Digital process and automation technologies will help Africa’s largest refinery increase operational efficiency and throughput, enhance equipment reliability and maximize asset value. -
Control Station Names Braskem’s Neal Plant Industry Leader in PID Performance
The recognition honors the Braskem facility’s exceptional performance in achieving world-class PID control loop effectiveness as measured by Overall Controller Effectiveness (OCE). -
Yokogawa Integrated Control and Safety System Receives ISASecure Certification
Yokogawa Electric Corporation has announced that its integrated control and safety system has received ISASecure System Security Assurance (SSA) Level 1 certification. -
Hilscher Enables Seamless Drive Replacement in Legacy Fieldbus Systems
This is industrial communication at its best: open, flexible and built for coexistence. -
Mexico’s Water Industry Demands Now Met With ABB’s Vertical Hollow Shaft Motors
Designed for vertical pumping applications, ABB VHS motors are engineered for critical industries including agriculture, mining, municipal water, wastewater treatment and industrial processing. -
SEMI Reports Global Semiconductor Equipment Billings Reached $135 Billion in 2025, Up 15% Year-on-Year
In 2025, the global front-end semiconductor equipment market posted solid growth, with wafer processing equipment sales increasing 12% and other front-end segments rising 13%. -
SEER Robotics Brings ‘All Robots, One Platform’ Vision and AMRs to MODEX 2026
SEER Robotics is appearing at MODEX in Atlanta from April 13-16 showcasing its "all robots, one platform" concept and live demonstrations of AMRs suited to a range of different material handling tasks. -
Case Study: Schneider Electric Demonstrates How AI-Powered, Open Software Defined Automation Transforms Green Hydrogen With Microsoft
AI‑driven engineering, open automation and edge intelligence unlock a fast, future‑ready path out of legacy systems. -
PI Launches Cryogenic 6-Axis Hexapod Development Program to Advance Quantum Precision
As quantum and photonics technologies continue to evolve, the need for precise optical alignment under cryogenic conditions is becoming increasingly critical. -
HANNOVER MESSE and 'Made for Germany' Send Strong Signal
HANNOVER MESSE is positioning the industrial application of artificial intelligence at the center of industrial policy considerations in Germany and Europe. -
BitFlow Frame Grabber Selected by NASA for Space Radiation Testing of InGaAs Infrared Camera
BitFlow, Inc. announced that its Axion-CL Camera Link frame grabber was selected by engineers at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center as the ground-based interface device in a system-level Single Event Effects test campaign. -
Robot Density Surges in Europe, Asia and Americas
The Western European countries reached a record 267 robots per 10,000 employees in the manufacturing industry 2024 — ahead of North America with 204 units and Asia with 131 units. -
Mouser Electronics Explores How Artificial Intelligence Shapes Everyday Technologies and Experiences
"AI is quickly moving from experimental technology into products people rely on every day, and engineers play a major role in shaping how it's applied," said Jeff Newell, president of Mouser Electronics. -
Accelerate Quality Deviation Investigations Using Advanced Analytics and AI Platforms
Advanced analytics and AI tools, paired with SME knowledge, are helping processors accelerate quality deviation investigations, conduct intelligent root cause analyses, improve reporting ease and accuracy, and increase operational optimization insights. -
Orange Precision Measurement and Hilscher Achieve Breakthrough in Multiprotocol Industrial Communication
Orange Precision Measurement deployed three industrial Ethernet protocols PROFINET, EtherCAT and EtherNet/IP, alongside the DeviceNet fieldbus protocol. -
How Smart Roasting Automation Scaled Quality and Cut Emissions for Fresh Roasted Coffee
When Andrew Oakes of Fresh Roasted Coffee decided to scale, he set out to build production operations that focused on sustainability and consistency. The technology that made it possible was waiting for him in a Loring Smart Roaster. -
ABB Robotics to Showcase Next-Generation Automation and Digital Solutions at MACH 2026
ABB Robotics will showcase collaborative cells for arc welding and machine tending, as well as Flexloader FP800, a compact pallet-based 3D vision-enabled industrial solution for picking of stacked parts. -
Reshoring Survey Will Provide Insights to Focus U.S. Industrial Policy
The Reshoring Initiative has launched the industry-wide survey examining what is factoring into manufacturers’ decisions on whether to reshore factories and supply chains. -
Report: Industrial AI Moves Into Physical Operations, Readiness Gaps Determine Scale
According, to Cisco's report, two thirds of industrial organizations have moved to active AI deployments in live operational environments. -
PowerFlex 755: A Reliable Solution for High-Performance Industrial Drive Systems
In modern industrial automation, variable frequency drives (VFDs) play a critical role in improving energy efficiency, optimizing motor performance and enhancing system reliability. -
Real-Time Localization: Precise, Scalable Data Collection for Industrial Assets
Combining industrial grade ultra‑wideband technology and the omlox open locating standard, SICK’s Coriva real-time location system continuously monitors vehicles, goods and material to support operational efficiency improvements. -
IFS Breaks With Industry Convention Pricing to Unlock Enterprise-Wide AI Adoption
By moving away from user-based licensing to a model grounded in operational reality, IFS is enabling customers to pay by assets, rather than users. -
Emerson and Strategic Biofuels to Deliver Renewable Carbon-Neutral Power to Louisiana
Strategic Biofuels chose Emerson to automate one of the most advanced carbon capture projects in the United States. -
How Does Sustainable Supply Chain Planning Cut Carbon 25% and Boost Resilience?
Discover how integrating sustainability with virtual twins cuts carbon by 25% while improving operational resilience by 30%. -
The Human Side of Industrial Cybersecurity, and Why Consultants Align With ISA/IEC 62443
ISA/IEC 62443 brings structure to cybersecurity work in a way that reflects how industrial environments actually function, how teams of real humans collaborate and how risk is experienced in the real world. -
Siemens Expands Its Private 5G Infrastructure to the United States and Seven Additional Countries
"The industrial world deserves a 5G solution that speaks its language," said Axel Lorenz, CEO of Process Automation at Siemens. -
Report: Renewable Energy Investment Accelerates in the Middle East Amid Focus on Energy Security and Infrastructure
Investment in renewable energy projects in the Middle East totalled US$12.9 billion in 2025, up from US$10.1 billion in 2024, according to a report by Ansarada. -
Molex Completes Acquisition of Smiths Interconnect, Expanding Portfolio of High-Reliability Connectivity Solutions
The combined expertise across 90 plants in 22 countries offers more localized design and engineering support throughout North America, Europe and Asia. -
Rockwell Automation's ROKStudios Video Series Launches New Season Exploring the Journey From Automation to Autonomy
The new episodes feature global manufacturers and industry leaders sharing real-world perspectives on resilience, sustainability and digital transformation. -
National Welding Month 2026 Honors Three Decades of Craftsmanship, Careers and Community
In 2026, AWS marks the 30th anniversary of this nationwide observance under the theme, “Celebrating Welding Since 1996.” -
SEMI Projects Double-Digit Growth in Global 300mm Fab Equipment Spending for 2026 and 2027
Strong AI and advanced node demand will propel semiconductor equipment investments. -
Overcome Critical Cooling Challenges With Non-Intrusive Instrumentation
As cloud computing and AI demand surge, data centers require accurate, reliable and scalable measurement solutions to meet expanding needs. -
Safety and Edge Computing: Implementation of Non-Interfering Edge Analytics to HIPPS
Overcoming the constant challenge to maintain strict independence of functional safety while improving life cycle performance, diagnostics and reliability. -
ABB and Syre to Explore Technologies for Industrial-Scale Textile Recycling
ABB and Syre have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore automation, electrification and digitalization for textile-to-textile polyester recycling in Vietnam. -
Radix Announces RUSH 2026: Scaling Industrial AI from Vision to Value
Radix is bringing together senior executives from the energy, manufacturing, chemicals and infrastructure sectors for RUSH 2026, a one-day industrial AI thought leadership event on April 14, 2026, in Houston. -
HARTING Marks 40 Years in the U.S. With Major Americas Manufacturing and R&D Expansion
Fueled by 33% YoY growth, HARTING is doubling down on U.S. and Mexico production to strengthen regional supply chains and power next-gen industrial innovation. -
Radiant Vision Systems Merges With Konica Minolta Sensing Americas to Expand Global Sensing Solutions
This integration takes place on April 1, 2026, combining two leaders in the sensing market to better serve customers. -
From Variability to Value: Implementing Profitable Target Shifts on Continuous Sheet Processes
Operating mean targets can be shifted after variability has been reduced or stabilized to increase cost savings and production. This article explains how. -
Ask the Automation Pros: How Can You Ensure the Best Rate of Change in the PID Manipulated Variable?
What is the best strategy to get the best rate of change in the PID for a manipulated variable, or is there a more elegant solution within the control strategy itself? Answer includes example applications and guidance on how PID tuning can meet objectives. -
RS Celebrates Engineering Week 2026 With Local STEM Students
RS welcomed eighth-grade members of the local Young Women’s Leadership Academy’s Girls Excelling in Math and Science student teams to tour its high-tech facilities. -
HARTING Expands 3D Printing Expertise
HARTING's new Centre of Competence Additive Manufacturing focuses on various 3D printing processes and materials. -
A3 Launches Introduction to Industrial Robotics Course
A3's on-demand, industry-backed training helps workforce navigate rapid automation growth. -
Industry 4.0 Market Projected to Surpass 1.2 Trillion USD by 2035
The Industry 4.0 Market is set to grow from its current market value of more than 149.2 billion USD to more than 1.2 trillion USD by 2035, according to the latest study by Global Market Insights, Inc. -
MDS Servo Drive Systems: Architecture, Performance and Practical Applications in Modern CNC Automation
Here's a comprehensive analysis of Mitsubishi MDS systems, including architecture, key features, series comparison and real-world applications. -
Case Study: Revolutionizing Cheese Production With AI and Machine Vision
Industrial machine vision, combined with robotics, enables cheese dairies, for the first time, to inspect thousands of wheels continuously throughout the entire aging process. -
Cognite and NVIDIA Operationalize NV-Tesseract to Transform Industrial Forecasting
The strategic integration combines Cognite’s Industrial Knowledge Graph and AI agents with NVIDIA’s time-series AI model to drive operational efficiency and predictive accuracy at scale. -
Five Digital Solutions Shaping the Path Toward Global Water Digitalization
The world has entered a state of water bankruptcy, according to the UN. Digitalization is key to safeguarding the future of water. -
Choosing the Right Metal Shaping Method in 2026
What are the main differences between chemical etching and other metal shaping methods? -
Universal Robots and Scale AI Launch Imitation Learning System to Accelerate AI Model Training, Bridging the 'Lab-to-Factory' Gap
The AI Trainer marks a tectonic shift as robots move from pre-programmed applications to fully AI-driven tasks. -
Honeywell and Rhombus Introduce AI-Driven, Cloud Video and Access Solution to Modernize Building Security
The collaboration addresses rising demand for integrated cloud access and video solutions that simplify management across multiple facilities. -
ABB and VoltaGrid Extend Collaboration on Data Center Power Infrastructure
ABB will supply 35 additional synchronous condensers with flywheel technology and eHouses for major power generation projects globally for VoltaGrid. -
Adapting to Change: How Precision Gearbox Manufacturers Are Driving Growth
Precision gearbox manufacturers are repositioning themselves as system-level enablers in the robotics ecosystem, rather than pure component suppliers. -
Limble and VibeCloud Integrate Predictive Maintenance Insights With Work Order Execution
The new partnership automates work orders from condition monitoring alerts. -
ICS Security Market 2026 Report: ICS Market Expected to Reach 29.21 Billion USD in 2030
The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing connectivity of industrial control systems, rising cyber incidents targeting critical infrastructure and growing regulatory scrutiny. -
interpack 26: COPA-DATA Presents Automation Software for Transformation
COPA-DATA will be presenting its zenon software platform at interpack, the Düsseldorf trade fair for packaging, from May 7 to 13, 2026. -
Beyond IoT: The New Foundations of Resilient Industry
Instead of focusing solely on connecting devices, companies must create systems that organize data, apply intelligence where it is most effective and support the people responsible for running complex operations. -
Control Station and Dimension Software Partner to Connect Control Performance Monitoring With Enterprise Operations Intelligence
The integration of PlantESP and Asset Intellect helps manufacturers turn control loop diagnostics into faster operational decisions. -
Critical Manufacturing Named in 2026 Gartner Market Guide for MES
The report highlights a broader shift toward more connected manufacturing systems. -
NCC Group Research Finds Global Ransomware Attacks Decreased 8% in February
635 ransomware incidents occurred in February 2026, according to a new report from NCC Group. -
Using Automation to Navigate Shifting Manufacturing Market Tides
Manufacturers today need to ride waves of rapidly shifting tariffs, costs, customer demands and supply chain dynamics. -
Basler AG and Orbbec Launch Technology Partnership for Industrial 3D Vision in Logistics and Factory Automation
The first result of the partnership is the Basler Stereo mini 3D camera, which will be presented at LogiMAT 2026. -
The Shrinking AI Revolution: Why Bigger Isn’t Always Better, Especially in Manufacturing
As manufacturers embrace Industry 4.0, smart factories and connected operations, a different reality is emerging: smaller, more efficient AI models are often the better tool for the job. -
Control Station Appoints Process Control Expert Chris Christie, PhD to Lead Growing Optimization Services Business
The role targets billions lost annually to poor control loop performance and process variability. -
Robots That Pay for Themselves: RobotLAB CEO’s New Guide for Modern Business Leaders
The book serves as a practical playbook for moving robotics beyond the experimental phase and turning it into a profitable operational tool. -
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.