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A Manufacturer's Resolution: Address Supply Chain Chokepoints Like the Panama and Suez Canals
Shipping pressures are driving the move to reshore manufacturing operations. -
NUBURU Expands Automotive Manufacturing Offering with Wire Welding Solutions
NUBURU, Inc., announced it has received a purchase order for its BlueScan solution from a worldwide leader in coil and motor winding and assembly systems to produce electric motors. -
FieldComm Group Announces 2023 Plant of the Year Award Winner: Daikin’s Kashima
This international refrigerant manufacturer is using HART-enabled instrument technologies and tools, combined with artificial intelligence, to optimize maintenance and equipment management. -
The Rise of the 'Digital Maverick'
Characterized by strategic, big-picture thinking, relentless determination, strong business understanding, technical prowess and sometimes a chip on their shoulder, the digital maverick is a new breed of industrial leader who is critical for taking an industrial digital transformation program. -
8 End-of-Arm Tooling Design Innovations Improving Robot Handling
Robots may already be common throughout the manufacturing industry, but the robotics market’s growth is far from over -
Five Advanced Cyber Defense Strategies for Automated Operations
As automation technologies become increasingly integral to businesses, the need for effective cybersecurity grows. Cyber threats are always changing and can pose big risks to automated systems. -
Honeywell And SOTI Partnership Brings Security, Remote Management to One Million Industrial Mobile Devices
Honeywell and Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) provider SOTI have achieved a major milestone, remotely managing more than one million devices worldwide. -
ABB Robotics Partners with XtalPi to Build Intelligent Automated Laboratories
The partnership follows the opening of ABB Robotics Open Innovation Lab for Life Science and Healthcare in Zhangjiang Robot Valley, Shanghai. -
Four Predictions for 2024: AI Set to Supercharge Robotic Automation
We’ve reached that point in the year when it’s time to reflect upon the trends from the past 12 months, while looking ahead at what 2024 has in store for the world of robotics and automation. -
Robotics and Automation Expected to Show Sales Growth of 4% in 2024
The robotics and automation industry in Germany is forecasting a 4% increase in turnover for 2024. -
The Future of Computer Aided Manufacturing and Fabrication
Those who develop CAM software must stay ahead of the curve where possible, ensuring that they mitigate the risks of losing experienced staff anticipate the needs and expectations of manufacturint firms in years to come. -
What Are Automation Companies Looking for in Their Employees?
Automation is changing the landscape of manufacturing, and the skills and qualities that made an employee stand out 20 years ago are very different from what they are today. -
EtherCAT Semiconductor Technical Working Group Publishes New Standards
The EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG) recently held the 24th meeting of its Semiconductor Technical Working Group (Semi TWG), leading to the approval of four additional profile specifications. -
Rockwell Automation and Michelin Strengthen Collaboration in Digitalization of Manufacturing
Rockwell Automation has strengthened its collaboration with Michelin, the French multinational tire manufacturing company, focusing on digital innovation across Michelin’s manufacturing processes. -
Smart Robotic Automation Solutions from ABB to Support Sustainability Targets for Volvo Cars
ABB will supply more than 1,300 robots, including functional packages, to Volvo Cars for the next generation of electric vehicles. -
Seeq Wins Silver in 13th Annual Best in Biz Awards
Accolade has recognized Seeq in the “Enterprise Product of the Year” category for its innovative advanced analytics and AI platform for addressing operational challenges impacting the manufacturing industry. -
Enhancing Manufacturing Security Through Innovative Troubleshooting
Advanced robot controllers can provide enhanced troubleshooting in smart factory settings—while prioritizing data security. -
5 Advanced Cyber Defense Strategies for Automated Operations
As automation technologies become increasingly integral to businesses, the need for effective cybersecurity grows. Cyber threats are always changing and can pose big risks to automated systems. -
AI Beyond Prediction: Discover the Unseen Layers of Generative AI
Generative AI, like ChatGPT, heralds a new age in enterprise technology, one that is ready to change the numerous layers of the corporate IT stack. -
SEMI Honors Semiconductor Industry Sustainability Leaders
SEMI President and CEO Ajit Manocha selected the award recipients based on their innovative approaches to expanding sustainability practices at their companies and in the semiconductor industry in order to meet aggressive net zero emission goals. -
DigiKey Receives Governor’s International Trade Award
DigiKey announced it has received the 2023 Governor's International Trade Award for Large Companies. -
Understanding Standards-based Safety System Design
Regardless of the products selected for a safety circuit, the machine designer is responsible for ensuring compliance with the standards. This feature originally appeared in AUTOMATION 2023: IIoT & Industry 4.0. -
Sensor Technology for Machine Health Monitoring
A comparison of piezoelectric and MEMS technology for early detection of bearing faults. This feature originally appeared in AUTOMATION 2023: IIoT & Industry 4.0. -
Enhancing Machinery Performance in the Evolving Manufacturing Landscape
Manufacturers cannot afford to overlook the role of specialized lubricants—especially as, as outlined in Aptean’s report, they seek to diversify to attract new customers and suppliers. -
October 2023 Manufacturing Technology Orders Up Over September But Down From 2022
Despite a more optimistic outlook, orders for manufacturing technology, measured by the USMTO report, continued to fall relative to 2022. -
Brightpick Unveils Details About Machine Vision and AI Behind Brightpick Autopickers
Brightpick has unveiled new details about the proprietary world-class machine vision and AI that are critical for the seamless operation of its Brightpick Autopicker robots. -
SEMI Announces Election of Two New International Board Members
SEMI, the industry association serving the global electronics design and manufacturing supply chain, has announced the election of two new members to the SEMI International Board. -
Siemens Leads the Way with Sustainable Stainless Steel for Medium-voltage Switchgear
Outokumpu will provide steel with a 93% lower carbon footprint for Siemens’ medium-voltage switchgear. -
The Democratization of Technology: Reducing the Risks and Reaping the Rewards
The increasing democratization of technology is reshaping innovation and improving access to a wide range of jobs and skills for non-technical professionals. -
How to Manage Cybersecurity Automation Challenges
By automating repetitive and complex tasks, you can detect and respond to security incidents more swiftly. -
HMS Networks Acquires Red Lion Controls, Expands Presence in North America
The acquisition will significantly strengthen HMS’ presence in North America and enable cross-selling of both HMS’ and Red Lion’s products through their respective market channels. -
LogRhythm Sponsors 2023 Scottish Cyber Awards, Supporting Cybersecurity Collaboration
Keith McDevitt of the Scottish Government has been recognized with the Lifetime Achievement Award, sponsored by LogRhythm. -
Rockwell Automation Expanding Scope Beyond Controls & Automation: Automation Fair 2023
Rockwell Automation (ROK) continues to evolve beyond the company's traditional industrial controls and automation business through acquisitions and growing service business. -
Siemens Honors Best Inventors of 2023
Each year, Siemens presents the Inventors of the Year award to outstanding inventors in six categories: Newcomers, Open Innovation, Outstanding Invention, Lifetime Achievement, Design and User Experience and the recently added PhD Award. -
A3 Announces Fall 2023 PlugFest Results for GigE Vision and Camera Link HS
The Association for Advancing Automation (A3) is pleased to announce the results of its Fall 2023 PlugFest. -
Summarizing Regional Regulations for Mandating Driver Monitoring Systems
Driver monitoring systems (DMS) have gained considerable momentum, driven by the escalating SAE autonomous driving levels and regulatory frameworks in key regions like the USA, Europe, China, Japan and others. -
How Primary Lithium Batteries Can Achieve Ultra Long Life
To avoid costly replacement, the ideal battery will last as long as the device. This feature originally appeared in AUTOMATION 2023: IIoT & Industry 4.0. -
Software-Driven Evolution in the Industrial Network Infrastructure Market
This report, the first of several drawn from ARC’s recent Industrial Ethernet Switch market update, highlights new and ongoing software-driven developments in the IES landscape. -
MQTT and Sparkplug 3.0: The Future of Industrial OT-IT Integration
Technologists should understand why MQTT, why Sparkplug and how they work together to enable OT-IT integration. This feature originally appeared in AUTOMATION 2023: IIoT & Industry 4.0. -
Understanding AI Risks and How to Secure Using Zero Trust
As advantageous as AI is to businesses, it also creates very unique security challenges. -
Emerson Chosen as Automation Partner For Korea’s Largest EV Lithium-Ion Battery Recycler
The collaboration with SungEel HiTech will advance operational excellence at the company’s expanding sustainable battery recycling facility. -
Siemens Offers Virtual Product Expert for CNC
Now all Siemens CNC community members will be able to interact with a product expert and get answers to programming and operations questions on-demand. -
Role of Data Diodes in the Evolving Landscape of OT Cybersecurity
In this article, we'll discuss a powerful cybersecurity control—the Data Diode—that aligns well with the fundamental cybersecurity objectives in most typical OT environments. -
Automation Depends on People
The International Society of Automation (ISA) has authored a position paper called Automation Depends on People. -
SE Asia Territories Becoming Global Manufacturing Hubs
A series of global manufacturing hubs are being established in south-east Asia, including those for semiconductors in Malaysia, electronics in Vietnam and automotive in Thailand. -
Eviden Announces Joint Asset Performance Management Solution with Samotics for Energy and Utilities Industries
Eviden, the Atos business, and Samotics have announced a new strategic partnership. -
What Digital Alone Can’t Do For You
Success in digital procurement requires a holistic approach that combines digital tools, process overhaul, upskilling and a culture embracing technology for optimized efficiency and value delivery. -
Founding President Dennis Gimpert Passes the Baton
Dennis Gimpert, founding president of Koefper America (now Helios Gear Products), announced retirement at Motion + Power Technology Expo 2023. He looks forward to a strong future for Helios with expert leadership in place. -
Rajant Wins IET Industry Excellence Platinum Award 2023
Rajant Corporation, the pioneer of Kinetic Mesh wireless networks, is an Institute of Engineering & Technology (IET) Industry Excellence Platinum Award winner for 2023. -
Is Cybersecurity as a Service (CSaaS) the Answer?
CSaaS, or Cybersecurity-as-a-service, is a subscription-based approach to cybersecurity that offers organizations cybersecurity protection on demand.