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Steven D. Drew to keynote ISA’s 2016 Water/Wastewater and Automatic Controls Symposium
Drew’s keynote speech—which will be delivered on Wednesday, 3 August at 8:15 a.m.—is titled “Leveraging Your Career in Industrial Controls and Automation.” It will emphasize the critical importance of attracting, retaining and developing competent professionals with proven skills in operational technology. -
Arkados introduces Arktic Software Platform for IIoT
The Arktic platform is integrated with hardware from Tatung Company and is designed to enabling better decision making, reduced costs, increased efficiency and productivity, and ultimately, improved margins. -
U.S. Cutting Tool YTD Consumption down 10.3% in April
This total, as reported by companies participating in the Cutting Tool Market Report (CTMR) collaboration, was down 5.7% from March’s $184.08 million and down 15.0% when compared with the total of $204.34 million reported for April 2015. -
Rockwell Automation releases v7.0 FactoryTalk AssetCentre Software
FactoryTalk AssetCentre v7.0 software automates discovery and tracks the status of devices, network switches and software on workstation computers across an entire facility or production operation. -
Allied receives two distinguished awards from HARTING
The “Distributor of the Year” was awarded to Allied based on three criteria: for growth of sales revenue by more than any other HARTING distributor in 2015, for growth of new product sales in 2015, and the outstanding overall partnership between HARTING and Allied. -
Smart Manufacturing: The IT Revolution in the Factory
Transparency Market Research provides global industry analysis, size, share, growth, trends and forecast for 2016 - 2024 of the Smart Manufacturing Market. -
HTI Technology acquires Klauber Machine & Gear
This acquisition will combine HTI Technology’s expertise in AC and DC motor and drives systems with Klauber’s technology and market leadership in AC and DC gear motors. -
CIMdata releases PLM Industry Review and Trends Report
The MAR Series provides detailed information and in-depth analysis on the worldwide PLM market during 2015. It contains analyses of major trends and issues; revenues of leading PLM providers; and revenue analyses for geographical regions, industry sectors, and historical and projected data on market growth. -
RIA to present 2016 Engelberger Robotics Awards to Dr. Chia Day and Dean Elkins
The awards, named after the worldwide “father of robotics” Joseph F. Engelberger, are presented annually by RIA to honor individuals who have a significant impact on the robotics industry. -
ISA100 WCI certifies Yokogawa ISA100 Wireless Stack implementation
The ISA100 Wireless certification provides assurance that the devices will interoperate in any ISA100 Wireless compliant network. -
Smart Machines market bolster as it provides high accuracy without humans
The rising demand for improved technologies and the growing investment in the research and development of the same have catapulted smart machines to the forefront of the global industrial sector. -
Siemens publishes white paper on digitalized pumping solutions for pipelines
The white paper describes energy-efficient pumping solutions from Siemens designed to achieve a sustainable reduction of operating costs while helping to improve the reliability and safety of pumping stations. -
Siemens helps Windhoff automate train car lifting
Windhoff Bahn-und Anlagentechnik used Siemens TIA portal to develop a solution for lifting trains which involves the use of lifting systems recessed in pits in the hall floor. -
Siemens upgrades Ruggedcom Elan software suite
Elan enables protocol conversion and data concentration within SCADA networks. The latest version 8.5 offers enhanced usability and even greater stability. -
How Industrial Standards for Robotics Increase Safety and Efficiency
Increasingly complex manufacturing processes using robotics require more complex systems to monitor their safe operation and keep machine operators safe. -
Flow-Cal President Appointed Chairman of UHCL Advisory Board
The SCE Advisory Board is comprised of professionals from science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) related industries and represent companies such as Flow-Cal, United Space Alliance, MEI Technologies and Boeing. -
Global Motion Control market gradually returns to growth in 2016- IHS Report
The market for, and investment in, motion controls in 2016 is expected to be continuously constrained by various economic, geopolitical and political concerns, including the unfavorable economic climate in emerging economies. -
Cyber-Securing Critical PLC Assets for Best IoT Results
By Dr. Alex Tarter, Ultra Electronics, 3eTI Security is too often an afterthought with many embedded systems. This article considers emerging cyber security concerns and best practices for companies that rely on embedded devices for their day-to-day operations. -
Sharp Electronics names Rajant as partner in Roboalliance program
Rajant makes mobile, scalable and highly reliable kinetic wireless mesh network technology, which provides an always connected communications network so critical applications can be accessed in real time. -
BW Container Systems installs 250th robot
The company has largely focused its robotic automation efforts on products such as case and bulk palletizing and depalletizing, destrapping, pallet unwrapping and can end automation. -
IIoT is the focus for Global Automation and Manufacturing Summit
The summit is part of Industrial Automation North America, which runs 12–17 September 2016 at McCormick Place in Chicago parallel to IMTS-International Manufacturing Technology Show. -
Fives Cincinnati names Steve Thiry as president
Mr. Thiry brings over thirty years of international and domestic manufacturing experience, and most recently served as CEO of Fives Landis Ltd, in the UK. -
Honeywell Leaps Ahead with Digital Transformation Unit
By Bill Lydon, Editor The rapid rise of the cloud and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) has spurred dozens of companies to harness the new technologies and drive the evolution of the manufacturing industry. In this article, Bill talks with Honeywell about their approach to IIoT and innovation -
HIMA synchronizes safety systems as part of Ichthys LNG project
Scheduled for start-up in the third quarter of 2017, the Ichthys joint venture megaproject is forecasted to produce 8.9 million tons of LNG yearly. -
Embedded IEC 61131 is Enabling Industry 4.0 & Industrial Internet of Things
By Bill Lydon, Editor Embedding intelligence in devices at the network “edge”, where sensing and control is performed, is fundamental for the successful implementation of Industry 4.0 and Industrial Internet. This article discusses the role of IEC-61131 in helping organizations move forward with IIoT -
Exploring Obsolescence Management: Managing Obsolete Automation Systems in Oil and Gas
By Jonathan Wilkins, EU Automation With technology racing ahead, it’s unsurprising that obsolescence management in the industry is complicated. This article discusses how the oil and gas industry can manage the spiralling issue of equipment obsolescence. -
Learn How Big Data & Analytics Deliver Practical Results with Significant ROIs - FREE Webinar
Automation.com partners with Integration Objects to present this free webinar to help you find out how you can use your data to gain a deep understanding of your dynamic processes quickly, maximize your operations reliability and efficiency, and your asset availability. -
Ocean Data Systems releases Dream Report v. 4.72 update
Dream Report version 4.72 has been released and is ready for download from www.DreamReport.net. Dream Report delivers KPIs and gives users the flexibility to drill down, review and analyze the root cause of trends. -
Hilscher partners with SAP to facilitate IT/OT integration
With this agreement, the two companies are able to provide bi-directional access of the sensor/actuator level, via the netIOT Edge Gateway from Hilscher, to the SAP HANA Cloud Platform and the SAP Asset Intelligence Network. -
Smart Motors Market Driven By Factors Such As Adjusting Speed And Reduced Energy Consumption
Smart motors market is driven with increasing requirement of adjustable speed in applications such as pumping systems,smart motors market grows with the integration of internet of things in industrial processes. -
HIMA PLCs help historic Mariazellerbahn railway achieve modern safety standards
By providing SIL 4-certified programmable logic controllers, HIMA just became part of the legendary success story of the Mariazellerbahn (Mariazell Railway) in Austria. The operations of the rail lane date back to 1898. -
Turbomachine operators find power in simplicity
At this year’s PowerGen Europe HIMA is showcasing how simple safe and cost-effective turbomachinery operations can be. The FlexSILon® TMC solution will demonstrate how all turbomachinery functions can be combined in one single system. -
Modular Systems Speed and Simplify New Plant Programming
Process equipment and plants are being built off-site as modules and delivered to sites as complete units to save costs and solve staffing issues. -
Industrial Automation Market Is Emerging As An Attractive Investment Space
The use of robotics in industrial control is an already established trend,it has paved the path for the greater adoption of industrial automation and industrial control equipment. -
AutoQuiz: How Do You Change from Single Loop Control of a Process Variable?
AutoQuiz: Change DCS from single loop control of a process variable to cascade, ratio, feedforward, adaptive, or multi-variable control -
Is Public/Private Cooperation the Model to Help Solve the Cyber Security Problem?
By Glen Whitley, Georgia Department of Economic Development Protecting digital information has never been more of a priority for governments, businesses, families and individuals. This article discusses the arms race between those who are seeking to illegally access cyber information and those attempting to safeguard it -
Metropolitan Solutions 2016 aims to spur development of 'smart cities'
The show as a whole addressed a wide range of topics, including renewables and energy efficiency, infrastructure for low-emission urban mobility, resource sustainability, and new approaches to public buildings and the design of public spaces. -
Three Ways Better Data Maximizes ERP Investments
By Robert Waugh, HighJump An ERP system is a significant investment, yet many manufacturing operations don’t take full advantage of its capabilities. This article discusses the benefits of ERP systems in manufacturing -
Revenues of Motion Sensor Market to Reach US$18.20 bn by 2023
motion sensor market is driven by increasing application of motion sensors in smartphones, Europe held major share of motion sensor market in 2014 and is expected to retain its position during estimated period, motion sensor market grows with demand for these sensors in gaming industry -
Exar appoints Ryan Benton as CEO, Keith Tainsky as CFO
The Exar Board of Directors has appointed Ryan A. Benton as Chief Executive Officer, and a member of the Board of Directors, effective immediately. Mr. Keith Tainsky, Sr. Director of Finance, will immediately assume the position of Chief Financial Officer. -
Industrial Internet of Things Case Study: Drives commissioning from anywhere
To get access to their drives systems remotely, Newton Tesla had been looking for a remote management system for some time. They turned to Netbiter to establish a secure data tunnel to their PLCs -
HIMA names Alexander Horch as Head of Development
The new Head of Development is a Certified Project Management Professional (PMP®) of the PMI, and Certified Automation Professional (CAP®) of the ISA. -
Automated Test Equipment – An Apparatus that Performs Tests on a Device Using Automation
Automated Test Equipment Market is driven by rising system on chip products, automated test equipment market will grow at a rapid pace, ATE Market rises with demand for Electronics and Communication Equipments -
Epicor acquires Dot Net IT to expand cloud offerings
The acquisition is expected to strengthen the Epicor sales, services and support team globally, and brings cloud-based, add-on solutions that extend the company's enterprise resource planning (ERP) portfolio. -
Will IT and OT Converge?
By Bob McIlvride, Skkynet For decades, the world of Information Technology (IT) has been evolving separately from the Operational Technology (OT) world. Yet now, increasing demands within the enterprise are starting to force them to cooperate, and possibly even live under one roof. -
How to Achieve More Value from Your Automation Projects
Industrial executives say that although they believe automation should add business value to their operations, they are not convinced that it really does. -
Robots Won't Take Your Job
By Howard Williams, Parker Software There's currently a rumor doing the rounds that suggests robots are going to take our jobs. This article looks at the future of business automation and the vital role people will still have to play. -
Servomex announces relaunch of Americas Technical Center
The changes are designed to strengthen Servomex’s ability for the center to expand its manufacture from the DF range of high purity analyzers to include manufacture of SERVOPRO safe area analyzers -
Industrial Internet of Things Market Grows Due To Need For Perfect Accuracy In Industries
Industrial Internet of Things Market is driven by advanced cloud technology, IIoT Market is growing due to need for perfect accuracy in industries, North America leads Industrial Internet of Things Market -
Intelligent Building Management Systems Market Is Growing With Increasing Construction Sector
Intelligent building management systems market is driven by rising construction sector, Power-line communications provide tremendous growth opportunities for the intelligent building management systems market