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Siemens and Sparepartsnow Partner to Expand Access to Siemens’ Refurbished Automation Products
The new partnership brings refurbished Siemens automation products to the Sparepartsnow digital marketplace. -
Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc. Appoints Limor Spector to Oversee Innovation Organizations Across the Americas
Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc. has appointed Limor Spector as senior vice president, Innovation, Ventures & Commercialization for the company’s key innovation organizations. -
HIMA Australia Inaugurates New Regional Head Office in Perth
The expanded facility strengthens customer partnerships and supports growth across Australia and New Zealand. -
The Rise of Humanoid Robots Is Driving Demand Across the Cobot Supply Chain
Collaborative robot (cobot) and actuator suppliers are benefiting from the rapid growth in humanoid robot production. -
A Look at Two Cyber Reporting Processes: EU CRA and US CIRCIA
Cyber incident reporting is entering a new phase on both sides of the Atlantic. -
Manufacturing AI Initiatives Face Governance and Workflow Integration Challenges
Only 58% report that all or nearly all of their data is fully governed, leaving significant gaps as manufacturers look to scale AI across factories, supply chains, enterprise applications and edge environments. -
OTC Industrial Technologies Acquires Global Energy Solutions
The acquisition expands OTC’s rotating equipment service and repair capabilities across the Central United States. -
Telxius Boosts Caribbean Connectivity and Expands Mexican Footprint with New Cancun Landing Gateway and Edge Data Center
The AI-ready carrier-neutral facility strengthens digital infrastructure in Mexico and the Caribbean interconnecting key hubs across the Americas. -
ABB and Rolls-Royce SMR Sign Agreement on Nuclear Small Modular Reactor Collaboration
ABB will explore how its automation, electrification, instrumentation and communication solutions across its three business areas can enable the SMR projects to scale. -
Global 2026 Manufacturing Growth Forecast Upgraded to 3.2% as It Enters Period of ‘Tentative Expansion’
The rapid expansion of newer sectors is contributing to manufacturing growth. -
Japanese Cement Company Tokuyama Reports Productivity and Efficiency Gains on Multiple Mills with ABB’s Expert Optimizer
The advanced process control solution has been used across seven finish mills over one year and across a kiln operation for five years. -
Custom Beverage Concepts Selects Rockwell Automation's Plex to Drive Visibility and Operational Efficiency
Rockwell Automation’s MES and ERP solutions will help the beverage manufacturer connect production data and enable reliable, on-premises execution to support future growth. -
Moxa Demonstrates Readiness for Cyber Resilience Act’s 24-hour Vulnerability and Incident Reporting Obligations
This regulation shifts vulnerability and incident handling from an internal practice to a legal obligation that mandates rapid detection, assessment, coordination and regulatory response. -
igus to Showcase 'Motion in Automation' at IMTS 2026
Under the theme “Motion in Automation,” igus will demonstrate how motion components and automation technologies can work together to help manufacturers simplify machine design and improve production efficiency. -
Lakeland Engineering Names Ken Chamberlain President
Chamberlain brings 30 years of industrial experience to a growing team. -
ABB and Borussia Dortmund Turn Germany’s Largest Football Stadium into a Showcase for Smart Energy Management
Open, scalable systems integrate with the stadium's existing infrastructure — avoiding a costly rebuild while supporting more than 81,000 fans on matchday. -
Physical AI in the Real World: Four Requirements for Reliable Robot Manipulation
When selecting the right End-of-arm tooling (EOAT) for physical AI-driven robotic applications, these four requirements are critical. -
Mouser Releases New Qorvo Ebook on RF Solutions for Drones, SATCOM and IIoT Next-Generation Markets
Mouser Electronics, Inc. has announced a new Ebook in collaboration with Qorvo, exploring next-generation RF wireless designs for drones, satellite communications and industrial IoT. -
25 Years of Swissbit: Industrial Storage Becomes Strategic Factor
As Swissbit marks its 25th anniversary, the company sees itself well positioned for the next market phase with its own development and manufacturing expertise in Europe. -
ABB Modernizes Automation Systems to Extend Life of Nuclear Power Plant in Romania by 30 Years
The delivery of technology will strengthen reliable low-carbon power generation and energy security in Romania. -
Faro Creaform to Showcase Portable Metrology Solutions at IMTS 2026
Faro Creaform will showcase its latest portable metrology technologies at IMTS 2026, held from Sept. 14-19 in Chicago, Illinois. -
KUKA Becomes First to Achieve Security Level 2 Certification for Robotics Industry
The certification demonstrates KUKA's commitment to developing automation solutions that meet evolving cybersecurity requirements while assisting manufacturers in protecting critical production assets. -
Rockwell Automation, Actemium Deploy AI to Cut Refrigeration Energy Use by 17% in Frozen Food Production
The Autonomous PlantPAx-powered application continuously improves refrigeration systems to help reduce energy costs and equipment strain. -
Survey: U.S. Reshoring Momentum Builds Despite Policy and Workforce Challenges
63% of OEMs plan U.S. capital investment through 2027 as reshoring activity and contract-manufacturer quoting increase. -
ABB’s Machine Automation Division (B&R) Appoints Christian Strahberger as Division President
ABB’s Machine Automation Division announced the appointment of Christian Strahberger as its new division president. Christian Strahberger succeeds Florian Schneeberger, who tragically passed away in an accident in April. -
Basler at VISION 2026: A Full-Line Vision Provider for Every Challenge
At the international machine vision trade show in Stuttgart, Basler is showcasing new products from its broad portfolio through real-world examples. -
MotionTech Launches in the United States, Appoints Kristian Hulgard to Lead North American Expansion
The launch marks a significant milestone in the company’s international growth strategy, bringing MotionTech’s proven portfolio of automation and packaging technology to North American customers. -
Closing the Mid-Market Fulfillment Automation Gap
The future of fulfillment will not be defined by technology alone but by how effectively organizations put it to work. -
Festo Brings Hazardous Area Automation to Class I, Division 2 Applications
Fieldbus connectivity improves installation, uptime and performance in hydrogen, chemical and refining applications. -
Waymo, NVIDIA, Tesla and More Join A3’s Advanced Vision & AI Conference
The two-day Santa Clara conference brings together leading experts to share practical strategies for deploying machine vision, industrial AI and intelligent automation. -
Siemens Sets New Standards in Training by Firmly Embedding AI Expertise
Around 1,500 young people are set to start their vocational training or dual-study programs at Siemens this year. -
Okuma America Corporation Announces New President and COO
The Okuma Corporation announced the appointment of Mr. Dominick Patriarca as president and COO of its Americas subsidiary, Okuma America Corporation (OAC). -
Mitsubishi Electric Highlights Connected Manufacturing and Educational Solutions at IMTS 2026
At IMTS 2026, Mitsubishi Electric US, Industrial Automation will demonstrate how integrated CNC, robotics, automation and digital technologies work together to help manufacturers improve performance and build a foundation for future growth. -
Improved Density and Flow Measurement Solutions for Silica Sand
Specialized flow meters are required to measure the density of silica sand slurry, ideally without process pipe penetrations or production interruptions during installation. -
5069-IB16: A Reliable 16-Point Digital Input Module for Compact 5000 I/O Systems
The 5069-IB16 digital input module is designed to provide high-density input capabilities for Compact 5000 I/O systems, making it a practical choice for a wide range of industrial applications. -
Valmet Improves Heat Recovery and Energy Efficiency at Helen’s Salmisaari Pellet Heating Plant in Finland
The investment will enable Helen to recover more heat from the plant’s flue gases, thereby improving energy efficiency, increasing heat production and reducing emissions. -
Design for Automation Starts With the Workforce
A manufacturer’s response to the hiring challenge should have two parts: upskill the workforce you have and partner with education to build the skilled workforce you'll need. -
Securing a Safer Foundation for AI in Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Governed Industrial AI for connected work takes the risk out of AI integration while inspiring frontline workers to work smarter. -
Renesas Establishes Physical AI & Robotics Lab in Beijing to Accelerate Next-Generation Robotics Innovation
The new lab will support system-level demonstration, validation and joint development for robotics and broader physical AI applications. -
ISA Podcast Shares Insights into Cybersecurity of Water Infrastructure
In this episode of Podomation, panelists discuss cybersecurity in the water/wastewater sector in the context of recent incidents in the US. -
Are We Over-Automating? How to Decide Where Automation Actually Adds Value
The goal isn’t to automate everything that can be automated. It’s to make deliberate investments that leave the operation safer, more reliable and more productive than it was before. -
Critical Manufacturing to Showcase MES-Powered Industrial Operations Platform for Intelligent Semiconductor Manufacturing at SEMICON India 2026
Critical Manufacturing will bring its vision of the factory of the future to life, showing how manufacturers can transform operational complexity into actionable intelligence through a unified platform. -
Valmet Delivers First Commercial-scale 3D Fiber Line to Metsä Group, Enabling Molded Fiber Packaging Production
Valmet 3D Fiber technology combines high capacity and speed, automation and resource efficiency to produce high-quality molded fiber packaging. -
Ransomware Reaches 2026 High in July, Up by 22%
Ransomware volume rose 22% month-on-month, with 894 cases recorded in July 2026. -
Lars-Gunnar Nilsson Appointed New CEO of PMC Hydraulics Group
Dacke Industri is pleased to announce the appointment of Lars-Gunnar Nilsson as CEO of PMC Hydraulics Group, effective 24 August 2026. -
Industrial Workforce Capacity Gap Being Filled by Agentic Digital Workers in Manufacturing
77% of decision-makers have delayed or avoided a strategic initiative because their team lacked the capacity to pursue it. -
Mouser Electronics Stocking Newest Connectivity Solutions from Nordic Semiconductor
Mouser Electronics, Inc., stocks a wide range of authorized products from Nordic Semiconductor, a leading manufacturer of low-power, high-performance wireless technologies and development tools. -
How UNS Is Helping Manufacturers Turn AI and Advanced Automation Ambitions Into Reality in the Connected Factory
Unified Namespace (UNS) is becoming a critical enabler for the next generation of manufacturing. It provides an a real-time, contextualized representation of the factory. -
The One-Person Risk Hiding in Automated Plants
Does the workforce available at the time of a problem match the response your organization expects? -
S4 Integration Drives Industrial Innovation at Annual Technology Showcase Open Day Events
The dual events brought together over 200 industry delegates and featured more than 25 leading exhibitors across both regions. -
Ascential Technologies Hires Fabrice Michalet as Vice President of Technology, Aerospace & Industrials
Michalet will lead technology development for the A&I portfolio and coordinate application engineering activities across its renowned brands. -
Data Readiness: The Missing Link Between OT Data and Scalable Industrial AI
As industrial organizations race to capitalize on AI and other digital transformation initiatives, data readiness is emerging as the critical differentiator between organizations that experiment with AI and those that successfully scale it. -
ISA and Operational Technology Cybersecurity Coalition Announce Partnership to Advance OT Cybersecurity
The goal is to encourage better implementation and recognition of foundational cybersecurity standards like ISA/IEC 62443, the globally recognized consensus-based series of OT cybersecurity standards developed by ISA. -
ABB’s High-Power Rectifier Secures International Environmental Product Declaration Certification
The certification establishes a benchmark for environmental transparency and life cycle carbon footprint management. -
Equinor Selects Emerson’s Advanced Measurement Instrumentation to Optimize Operations, Accelerate Development
The broad measurement portfolio will enhance reliable and efficient operations across global energy assets. -
Industrial AI Is Ready for More Authority. Operators Will Decide How Much It Gets.
The future of industrial AI hinges as much on operator trust as it does on technical capability. -
NEURA Acquires ADLATUS Robotics, Bringing Physical AI to Professional Cleaning
ADLATUS brings hundreds of installed systems, proprietary navigation software, and deep industry and application expertise into the NEURA Group. -
Survey: AI and Automation, Training and Development Drive Skilled Labor Priorities
The survey illustrates an industry embracing AI and digital tools, while recognizing that continued investment in training, professional development and industry collaboration will be critical to meeting heightened work demands amid ongoing workforce shortages. -
Could a Virtual Twin Make Your Changes a Non-Event?
The manufacturers who come through this strongest will be the ones who used digital tools not just to cut costs, but to redesign how they operate. -
Autonomous Fleet of Tractors Works 255,000 Acres of Sugarcane Fields 24/7
U.S. Sugar, Autonomous Solutions, Inc., and Everglades Equipment Group have launched the largest commercial deployment of autonomous tractors in the U.S. -
US Robot Industry Returns to Double Digit Growth
The number of industrial robot installations in the United States rose by 11% year-on-year, to reach 38,000 units in 2025. -
When Automation Changes the Job, Who Is Still Qualified to Do It?
Plant leaders should be able to answer four questions: What work changed? Who is affected? What evidence demonstrates readiness? What event will trigger another assessment? -
ISA Podcast Revisits the OT Cybersecurity Summit: Day Two
The latest episode of Podomation shares even more key takeaways from the ISA OT Cybersecurity Summit, covering a forum on NIS2 and CRA as well as a keynote. -
Siemens and Electric Power Group to Enhance Proactive Grid Management and Resilience
The global strategic alliance will deliver advanced grid monitoring and real-time visibility for power utilities worldwide. -
Teledyne Flir Shows Integrated Thermal Imaging, AI-enabled Detection for Intelligent Security Technologies
The company shows why multi-layered security is essential for modern critical infrastructure at Security Exhibition & Conference 2026. -
From Defense to Semiconductors: Will Germany’s Industrial Transition Be Enough?
Electric vehicles and battery manufacturing; aerospace and defense; semiconductors; life sciences; and the decarbonization of heavy industry account for a significant share of the country’s largest industrial investments. -
ISASecure to Develop Certification Scheme for Commercial Components Procured by US Government
With a common goal of securing high criticality OT systems, the new certification scheme is intended to increase confidence in the security of commercial components. -
Where Industrial AI Is Actually Headed
While consumer AI continues to dominate headlines, Industrial AI is evolving along a very different path, shaped by the realities of operational technology, safety and the unforgiving demands of production. -
KUKA to Demonstrate the Future of Automated Packaging and Food Manufacturing at Pack Expo 2026
KUKA Robotics will highlight its advanced automation solutions for various packaging operations and food manufacturing applications at Pack Expo 2026 from Oct. 18-21 in Chicago. -
Mouser Showcases Online Resource Center on Consumer Technology for Engineering Next-Generation Connected Devices
This resource center supports faster prototyping, streamlined integration and accelerated development of smarter consumer products. -
Digital Twins Go With the Material Flow in High-Throughput Environments
As automation continues to expand across manufacturing and intralogistics, the ability to understand and optimize material flow at a system level becomes increasingly critical and an effective differentiator. -
Emerson Recognizes Trelleborg for Sustainability Efforts
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has earned the 2026 Emerson Sustainability Award. -
CESMII Discusses Importance and Future of Interoperability, Introduces i3X
CESMII and Manufacturing Leadership Council hosted a webinar to demonstrate interoperability under one shared architecture. -
From AI Pilot to Production: Where Industrial Cloud Costs Become Invisible
The cloud bill still arrives after an industrial AI system goes into production. What disappears is the clean line between that bill and the work being done on the plant floor. -
Overall Industrial Output Boosted by Industrial and Military Equipment
Total U.S. industrial production increased 0.2% in July 2026, a slight slowdown from the 0.3% growth in June.