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PI appoints Scott Jordan as Head of Photonics Market Segment
Jordan, who has several patents related to fast alignment techniques, was central in the development of PI's Multi-Channel Photonics Alignment System, a system that automates SiP alignments for packaging and test, operating with nanometer precision and device safety. -
Egemin announces AGV pilot project at Audi logistics facility
In a pilot project, Egemin Automation will be equipping part of Audi's logistics operations at Ingolstadt with AGVs. For the project Egemin will be integrating an automated E’gv HYBRID ((Egemin Guided Vehicle) solution based on two FM-X 12 reach trucks manufactured by STILL. -
InfinityQS advises manufacturers to unify data to achieve enterprise visibility
Organizations can gain visibility over disparate data and leverage it to drive strategic thinking across manufacturing operations by using strong quality software to apply new data collection practices and modern analytics. -
Savigent announces joining of Industrial Internet Consortium (IIC)
As a member of IIC, Savigent Software will contribute its technology in manufacturing operations management software to the development of new business models, use-cases, reference architectures and joint solutions for the IIoT. -
CC-Link Partner Association and PROFIBUS & PROFINET International announce interoperability specification
The new specification builds on an initial announcement at the 2015 SPS/IPC/Drives fair, where both network organizations promised to maximize the transparency between the two protocols. -
Abaco announces hiring of Mrinal Iyengar as Vice President, Product Management
In her new role, Iyengar will bring her in-depth understanding of the needs of customers in the embedded computing industry with a brief to drive the creation of innovative, mission-ready systems -
Magic Software's Magic xpi to facilitate data exchange for ZF Lemforder
To continue its operations, Lemforder had to replicate the automatic exchange of order and production data that had previously existed between its ERP and its local production system. -
LOYTEC automates lighting control at Manchester (UK) Airport
Using the most current technology, the LOYTEC lighting control system allows integration into the existing systems of Manchester Airport. The L-DALI lighting solution has been linked to both the existing BACnet system and the flight information system. -
Design of a Self-Tuning Regulator for Temperature Control of a Polymerization Reactor
Temperature control of a polymerization reactor is used to illustrate the potential of adaptive control design by employing a self-tuning regulator concept. -
Honeywell provides IIoT connectivity to Delek Refining
Delek Refining will use an Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)-based Connected Performance Services (CPS) offering to improve the performance of its refinery in Tyler, Texas. -
Telensa announces appointment of Will Franks as CEO
Will Franks has served on the board of Telensa for two years, and has a track record of leading tech companies through the transition needed to sustain rapid international growth. -
TrendMiner appoints John Miller and Edwin van Dijk as Vice Presidents of Strategic Accounts, Marketing
Miller’s primary focus is to support current accounts and manage the company’s growth strategy by working closely with prospects and new accounts. van Dijk, who will join TrendMiner on January 1, 2017, will be responsible for TrendMiner’s global marketing strategy. -
Qorvo announces free e-book series that explains the Internet of Things
Internet of Things For Dummies and Internet of Things Applications For Dummies are designed to help technical and nontechnical professionals understand the intricacies of the IoT. -
IMTS and GIE media donate 3D printers to boost STEM in Chicago public schools
Miles for Manufacturing donated four MakerGear 3D printers and $8,000 to Chicago-area STEM schools and programs with the proceeds from its 5K held during IMTS -
Lazpiur and Cy-Time partner to deliver machine vision to Chinese market
This machine was designed by Lazpiur to verify the dimensions of different parts through high resolution vision. It is ideal for first article inspection as well as for sampling or carrying out statistical control of production parts. -
Mission-Critical Operations: When Failure Is Not an Option
In the industrial space reports indicate a tenfold increase in the number of successful cyber attacks on infrastructure control systems since 2000. -
Intrinsic Cyber Security Changes Everything About Automation
Bedrock Automation and Automation.com join together to present this free one-demand webinar on cyber security and how it enhances productivity and reliability -
Fluke products named finalists for Plant Engineering 2016 Product of the Year Awards
Fluke Condition Monitoring and the Fluke 279 FC Thermal Multimeter are finalists in the Maintenance Tools and Equipment category. The awards honor products that help professionals do their jobs smarter, safer, and more productively as chosen by the magazine’s subscribers. -
SWEMCO chooses FactoryLogix MES for factory visibility
As a provider for Fortune 500 companies, government entities, and privately-held businesses throughout North America, SWEMCO has used Aegis Software’s interactive work instructions to enhance productivity and decrease operator error on the shop floor since 2002. -
CADENAS software used to automate LUCAS' robot quote generation
The assemblies of LUCAS are modular and built with numerous variable properties. The primary goal therefore was to automate the preparation of offers. -
Fuji America chooses Saki's automated optical inspection system
Saki's inspection and measurement systems will be used to ensure that the printed circuit boards produced at Fuji adhere to the standards of quality and reliability. -
Why KPIs Help Take the Guesswork Out of System Integration
By Glenn Johnson, Magic Software Americas KPIs can be used at multiple levels for system integration projects to evaluate their success at reaching targets. Taking the time to calculate KPIs can keep your project on track. -
AutoQuiz: What Does a Low Resistance Reading from an Ungrounded Signal Lead Mean?
A low resistance reading from an ungrounded signal lead connected to a ground indicates a problem of a lead having an unwanted connection to ground. -
Cognex announces acquisition of two 3D machine vision companies
On October 27, 2016, Cognex acquired EnShape GmbH, a maker of advanced 3D vision sensors and software based in Jena, Germany. On August 30, 2016, Cognex also completed the acquisition of AQSense, a provider of 3D vision software based in Girona, Spain. -
Microscan announces free machine vision training course
The course will be held in Microscan’s Northeast Technology Center in Nashua, New Hampshire, from December 6-8, 2016 at 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM daily. Attendance is free and online registration is available for all users. -
Honeywell's control and safety systems selected for Turkish natural gas pipeline
The system will ensure safe operations of compressor stations along the entire length of the pipeline. The Southern Gas Corridor is a critical part of the European Union’s strategy to enhance its energy security. -
Talent Bridges the Gap Between IT and OT in the Industrial Internet of Things
By Dave Vasko, Rockwell Automation & IoT Talent Consortium Only about 14 percent of companies have been able to fully connect their manufacturing floors with their IT departments, because manufacturers just don’t have the talent they need with skills in security, cloud, industrial communications and data analytics technologies -
EtherCAT Technology Group publishes EtherCAT P technology specification
EtherCAT P is a new industrial Ethernet technology that combines EtherCAT communication and power lines into one standard 4-wire Ethernet cable. -
Abaco Systems announces Kevin Campbell as Vice President of Engineering
Campbell’s appointment is the latest addition to the company’s growing pool of talent, which has seen Abaco grow from ~600 employees in December, 2015 to over 800. -
WSCAD releases expanded electrical CAD data library
Over 140,000 updated parts, data and new records were added in 2016, including several from manufacturers such as BALLUFF, DRAGO, Phoenix Contact, and Siemens. -
Emerson provides Roxar reservoir modeling software to Kuwait Oil Company
Emerson’s Roxar RMS reservoir modeling software includes a variety of different modules covering well correlation, mapping, structural modeling, petrophysical modeling, local model updates, facies modeling, fracture modeling and uncertainty management. -
Opto 22 announces joining of Dell IoT Solutions Partner Program
This combination brings together a hardware platform, data visualization for mobile and web clients, industrial automation protocol support including Modbus/TCP and OPC UA, and data flow processing with software development environments like Node-RED. -
Teledyne DALSA to preview Xtium-CXP PX8 frame grabber at ITE Japan 2016
The show takes place December 7-9 at the Pacifico Yokohama in Yokohama, Japan. Teledyne DALSA is present in stand D-01. -
Senix helps Murray Irrigation automate level measurement
Murray Irrigation, Australia's largest privately owned irrigation company, is automating its 3,000 kilometers of gravity-fed irrigation channels in New South Wales with over 2,200 Senix ToughSonic REMOTE 14 ultrasonic sensors -
Festo Fosters Manufacturing Resurgence in Southern Ohio
By Cory Fogg, Automation.com Thanks to the recent efforts of companies like Festo, the Rust Belt might hold a brighter future both for American manufacturing and the young American workforce. -
Control Station announces 2017 manufacturing training schedule
Training workshops will be delivered in collaboration with the company’s Solution Partners and Product Distributors, and they will emphasize techniques for optimizing a production facility’s regulatory control systems. -
Magic Software's Magic xpi platform fosters application integration for Suntory Food & Beverage
On the look out to replace its existing ETL solution with an EAI solution, Orangina Suntory France implemented a first project using the Magic xpi Integration Platform to connect the French group’s CRM and ERP applications. -
IBM and EnOcean Alliance announce partnership to standardize smart building solutions
Together, IBM and the EnOcean Alliance will bring sensors to the cloud and develop self-powered solutions as a standard for the Internet of Things (IoT). -
Hannover Fairs announces launch of inaugural Hydrogen + Fuel Cells North American trade show
The show will be staged alongside Solar Power International at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas from September 10-13, 2017. -
Infographic: Tune Your (LinkedIn) Loop
If you haven't updated your LinkedIn profile in a while, you may be missing on professional networking, career and new business opportunities. -
Molex and MB Connect Line partner to deliver IIoT connectivity to manufacturers
The areas of opportunity include the Molex supply of connectivity as it relates to Industrial Ethernet protocol support for new and existing MB Connect Line products and solutions. -
Reliable Controls releases MyControl 1.7 app
Compatible with both Android and iOS operating systems, the myControl user interface provides individual personal control for occupants through accessible settings for temperature, lighting, ventilation, occupancy, and more. -
Rotork delivers flow control to Suncor oil sands project
Suncor is a Canadian integrated energy company. Rotork has been a supplier of flow control products and services to Suncor for over 30 years, providing reliable solutions in some of the most demanding operating environments. -
NEMA announces Michael Pessina as chairman of Board of Governors
In his more than 35 years at Lutron, Mr. Pessina has held senior roles including vice president of manufacturing operations, general manager of the Grafik Systems business unit, and executive vice president -
ISA's 2016 Process Control Symposium draws over 300 attendees
Attending engineers, technicians and plant managers gained the latest insights, news and trends in process measurement and control across key process industry sectors. Particular attention was placed on the critical issues in instrumentation, communications, control systems, safety and security. -
Teledyne DALSA to showcase Xineos family of CMOS X-Ray detectors at RSNA 2016
The Xineos family of CMOS X-Ray detectors serves as a tool for minimally invasive image-guided diagnosis and treatment of diseases, and for routine screening and advanced breast tomosynthesis modalities -
GE announces launch of Lagos Garage program
The Lagos Garage will offer a year-round series of skills training programs focused on building the next generation of Nigerian entrepreneurs. -
Creating the Next-Generation Historian with the Cloud
By Jan Pingel and Matthew Burd, Honeywell Process Solutions Having a greater handle on the IIoT technologies that will be required to support massively scalable enterprise historians is more important than ever. -
Elite Control Systems announces support contract with ScottishPower Renewables
The agreement requires Elite Control Systems to continue to supply rapid response support services for the 29 onshore wind systems that ScottishPower Renewables operates across Scotland. -
Arno appoints Martin Gardner, president of Arno USA
Mr. Gardner will be responsible for managing all USA operations including, product line management, sales, business development and marketing for the North American-based company. -
HANNOVER MESSE announces Industrial Supply parallel show
The upcoming HANNOVER MESSE will feature seven parallel shows: Industrial Automation, MDA – Motion, Drive & Automation, Digital Factory, Energy, ComVac, Industrial Supply and Research & Technology. -
How to Apply ISA Standards to Achieve Industrial Production Agility
The most successful industrial producers are adept at quickly altering their operation in response to constantly changing market demands. -
AutoQuiz: When Is the Best Time to Perform Operator Training?
The best time to train operators for an automation project is after acceptance testing and prior to startup. -
NEXCOM IoT Gateway Spurs A Cross-Industry Revolution with Smart Operations
IoT gateway carries remote monitoring and big data analysis into effect, bringing enterprises great value for money with reduced machine downtime, significant energy savings, and increased operational efficiency. -
Phoenix Contact announces investment in Windesco
Windesco, based in Boston, is a hardware/software solutions provider for wind-power assets. The company uses proprietary algorithms to optimize asset performance and extend asset life in the wind industry. -
ADLINK to highlight MICA's IIoT capabilities at CNV event
ADLINK will be highlighting its Modular Industrial Cloud Architecture, providing demonstrations for edge and NFV computing based on the modular platform and vCPE using Wind River Titanium Server, as well as hardware and/or software from partners Brocade, RiverBed, CheckPoint and netElastic. -
Industrial Automation Technologies to Shape 2017
By Jonathan Wilkins, EU Automation Innovation is the driver of progress in industrial automation. This article discusses a few key technologies that will shape industrial automation in the year ahead. -
Wellkeeper chooses Signal Fire's remote sensing to track oil pressures
Signal Fire’s Remote Sensing System(SFRSS) helps Wellkeeper resolve many of the problems associated with manual gauges and wired remote monitoring systems. -
Abaco Systems announces acquisition of 4DSP
4DSP designs and manufactures digital signal processing and data acquisition solutions based on FPGA technology to address the requirements of aerospace, defense, biomedical, communications and semiconductor applications. -
Position Control of a Servo-Hydraulic Rotary Actuator Via a Neurobiologically Motivated Algorithm
A new intelligent approach for adaptive control of a nonlinear dynamic system. -
How IoT-enabled predictive maintenance (PdM) predicts failures, extends machine life and helps you gain RoA
In this on-demand webinar, Dell and SAP will discuss the shift of maintenance practices from reactive and preventative to predictive in order to reduce unnecessary planned maintenance, unexpected downtime and lost productivity. -
Aegis announces Brian Backenstose as Managing Director, Aegis Americas
As Managing Director, Brian Backenstose has operational authority over the Americas division of Aegis Operations which include North and South America. -
Siemens to bring MindSphere to Microsoft Azure cloud platform
MindSphere enables industrial enterprises to improve the efficiency of plants through the acquisition and analysis of large quantities of production data. -
Intertec provides automated cooling for Middle Eastern refinery
The environmental protection solution is being provided as part of an upgrade to the burner management systems at the core of the plant's refining processes. -
Top-Down Security Approach – The Final Stage for OT Protection and Compliance
By Shmulik Aran, NextNine This article, the fourth and final article in a series on OT security management for the manufacturing industry, will discuss a top down approach for protecting ICS systems -
HARTING to introduce MICA with EtherCAT at SPS IPC Drives
MICA’s modular Open Source Software Architecture makes it a solution for developing edge and cloud applications in production. The first EtherCAT production model will be available at the beginning of 2017. -
Weidmuller announces purchase of Bosch Rexroth Monitoring Systems
The new subsidiary, located in Dresden, Germany, employs 25 people and effective immediately, will operate under the name of “Weidmuller Monitoring Systems”. -
Strict But Supple: Automation in Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing
By Robert Harrison, COPA-DATA Biopharmaceuticals represent the fastest growing sector of the pharmaceutical industry, making up about 20 per cent of the market. Annual growth rates of the biopharma subsector are around eight per cent - double that of more traditional pharmaceutical sectors. -
Polipharma chooses Werum's PAS-X MES to support pharmaceutical manufacturing
Werum’s PAS-X will be implemented as full-scope MES out of the box replacing a legacy MES. It will support efficient operations in the production departments for parenteral and solid forms as well as in the R&D department. -
Control Panel Strategies for Reducing Complexity While Installing Adjustable Frequency Drives
There are three aspects to consider when building a panel around an adjustable frequency drive: application, wiring, and commissioning. -
Siemens and Stratasys announce partnership to facilitate additive manufacturing
The partnership is intended to fulfill their shared vision of incorporating additive manufacturing into the traditional manufacturing workflow, to benefit multiple industries, including automotive, transportation, energy and industrial tooling. -
Egemin to build third automated warehouse for potato products manufacturer Agristo
The fully automated deep freeze warehouse will be built in Wielsbeke (90 km West of Brussels) on a 25-hectare lot. Alongside the storage facilities, Agristo is also erecting production buildings and green zones. -
Samsung SDS chooses Cyberbit to implement cybersecurity solutions
Samsung SDS and Cyberbit will collaborate to deploy Cyberbit’s SCADAShield, a deep-packet inspection system, optimized for ICS/SCADA networks, in the Korean market. -
Hannover Fairs releases Canadian Wind Energy show report
CanWEA's 32nd Annual Conference and Exhibition attracted 1,676 registrants and hosted 126 international exhibitors, covering 23,200 square feet of exhibition space at the BMO Center in Calgary, Alberta from November 1-3. -
AutoQuiz: How to Calculate the Speed of a Four-Pole Synchronous Motor
Synchronous speed in RPM = (two × frequency × 60) / (number of poles)