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CEL Brings EUROLOG to the 25th Anniversary of SIL in Barcelona
On Wednesday, June 7, the annual conference of the European Logistics Association (ELA) will be held in Barcelona, coinciding with the 25th anniversary of the International Logistics Fair. -
Emerson Selected to Automate Golden Triangle Polymers Facility
One of the world’s largest ethane crackers, a Chevron Phillips Chemical and QatarEnergy joint venture, will leverage the Plantweb digital ecosystem to optimize operations and mitigate emissions. -
Siemens Invests in Frankfurt-Fechenheim Site and Sustainable Technologies
Siemens invests 30 million euros in its switchgear plant in Frankfurt-Fechenheim. -
Phoenix Contact Employee Recognized as Emerging Leader
The Manufacturing Institute announced that Samantha Ortiz, lead product marketing specialist at Phoenix Contact USA, has been recognized as a 2023 Women MAKE Awards Emerging Leader. -
January 2023 Orders Total $355 Million, Nearly 17% Above a Typical January
New orders of manufacturing technology totaled $355.6 million in January 2023, according to the latest U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report published by AMT–The Association For Manufacturing Technology. -
Appointment with Royalty for ABB’s Offshore Wind Electrification Solutions
ABB shared energy transition insights at summit attended by Norwegian Crown Prince Haakon and the UK Secretary of State for New Energy and Net Zero Grant Shapps. -
Owasys Edge Gateways Connect Commercial and Industrial Vehicles to Azure and Amazon Web Services
Owasys is the latest member of the HMS Group. -
Creating a Planned Digital Community
A plastics recycler is skipping the transformation and going directly for its multi-site plant operations. This feature originally appeared in the IIoT & Industry 4.0 edition of Automation 2023. -
Tenable Expands OT Security Software to Protect IT Operations and Industrial Control Systems
Expanding core capabilities makes it easier than ever for IT security teams to achieve visibility, security and compliance across their OT environments. -
Barcoding, Inc. Acquires FRED Automation, Inc., An AGV Company
Barcoding, Inc., has announced its acquisition of FRED Automation, Inc., an automated guided vehicle (AGV) company. This acquisition represents continued expansion and investment in industrial automation for Barcoding, Inc. -
Diving into Distributed Data Lakes Using GraphQL
Unstructured data comes in many forms and can give engineers useful information not offered by structured data. This feature originally appeared in the IIoT & Industry 4.0 edition of Automation 2023. -
RightHand Robotics Appoints Brian D. Owen as New CEO to Drive Next Level of Growth for the Company
Co-founder and former CEO Yaro Tenzer will assume Chairman role. -
Digital Twins: A Key to Energy Saving in Manufacturing
Manufacturers can leverage Industry 4.0 and Industrial IoT (IIoT) technologies to help reduce their energy consumption and increase sustainability. -
Automating the Metal Casting Process Improves Productivity
A more efficient casting process will shorten lead times and improve safety and productivity across your entire production. -
Rockwell Automation Announces Strategic Investment in READY Robotics
Rockwell Automation has announced a strategic investment in READY Robotics, a pioneering company in software-defined automation and a Rockwell Technology Partner. -
Case Study: Belt-Coater Redesign Creates One Sweet Confectionary Machine
From candy to coffee beans, AD Process Equipment’s confectionery equipment applies coatings that make food taste better. NORD DRIVESYSTEMS helps them do so more efficiently. -
HIMA Opens New Regional Head Office in Key Middle East Region
HIMA, a leading provider of safety-related automation solutions, is pursuing a clear strategy to strengthen customer partnerships in key markets and enhance collaboration between its partners, sales and engineering services. -
ABB Wins Automation Contract for Cerilon’s First Gas-to-liquids Plant
ABB will supply front-end design services, including automation and digital solutions for $2.8 billion gas-to-liquids facility. -
Roberta Nelson Shea, Universal Robots, and Jeff Burnstein, A3, Selected for 2023 Joseph F. Engelberger Robotics Awards
The robotics industry’s most prestigious award will be presented Wednesday, May 24, at Automate in Detroit. -
Rockwell Automation to Showcase Warehouse and Fulfillment Solutions at ProMat 2023 in March
Rockwell Automation will demonstrate technologies that help to remove bottlenecks, increase output and improve material handling processes to combat today’s supply chain challenges. -
Young Talent Initiative 'Your Future' Promotes STEM Careers
Skilled-worker shortages pose enormous challenges for industrial companies, because it is difficult to recruit qualified workers. The young talent initiative YOUR FUTURE offers a solution: exhibiting companies at HANNOVER MESSE can connect with suitable candidates. -
Proposed Standard Supports Robotic Training Systems
ASTM International’s robotics, automation and autonomous systems committee (F45) is developing a proposed standard that will focus on the use of hardware and peripherals in robotic training systems. -
NEMA and Orgalim Sign Memorandum of Understanding
NEMA and Orgalim announced that they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen their coordination in promoting the shared interests of their respective members in the United States and Europe. -
Fluke Celebrates 75 Years of Continuous Innovation, Putting Customers First, and Supporting Its Communities
The company honors John Fluke’s legacy of giving customers "a little bit more than they paid for" and always building toward the future. -
Achieving Long-term Savings with Long-life Lithium Batteries
Ultra-long-life lithium batteries power remote wireless devices throughout the IIoT, with certain cells operating up to 40 years. This feature originally appeared in the IIoT & Industry 4.0 edition of Automation 2023. -
Industrial Wireless Networks: Broadband Meets URLLC
R3 Solutions, the specialist for industrial wireless networks, presented an industrial-grade solution for wireless real-time data transmission based on Wi-Fi 6 and EchoRing. -
WomenPower Career Congress Announces First-rate Program
This year, the opening speech at the WomenPower Career Congress will be delivered by Dr. Ariane Reinhart, a member of the Executive Board at Continental AG. -
Augmented Reality for Enterprise Alliance Publishes Key Research
The Augmented Reality for Enterprise Alliance (AREA) has published a new research report entitled 3D Mapping Solutions for Enterprise AR. -
Researchers Use Mikrotron CoaXPress Camera for Contactless Imaging of Large Skin Areas
A 2023 study by researchers at Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto, demonstrated the added utility of PPG for physiological investigations, in particular, of simultaneous data acquisition from several regions of tissue using remote/contactless PPG. -
ProMAT 2023: Werma Presents Intelligent Signal Technology for the World of Today and Tomorrow
At ProMAT in Chicago (USA), visitors can experience "WeASSIST," the cross-industry and cloud-based solution for monitoring and optimizing all processes live in use and put it through its paces on site. -
congatec and Kontron Conclude Joint COM-HPC Evaluation Carrier Board Standardization Agreement
The goals: Reduce NRE costs, accelerate time-to-market, and improve product & supply security. -
Safety in Manufacturing
As manufacturing continues to become increasingly automated, manufacturers continue to look for more ways to protect their most important asset: their workforce. -
Study: China Leads World in ‘High-Impact’ Research
Technological advances in robotics, energy, the environment, biotechnology, artificial intelligence, advanced materials and quantum technology are coming out of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. -
Valve World Americas Expos and Conference Announces Houston Event
The Valve World Americas Expo and Conference will be held June 7-8 at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Downtown Houston, Texas. -
Hannover: Climate-friendly Energy Supply with Amonia
Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Microengineering and Microsystems IMM are developing ammonia-based systems for a mobile, decentralized energy supply in the infrastructure, transportation and industry sectors. -
Endress+Hauser Opens New Regional Logistics Hub
A new 48,000 square-foot facility in Indianapolis, Indiana, will allow the company to streamline the shipping of products through a global network. -
Beamex Renews Strategy to Support Its Purpose to Create Safer, Less Uncertain World
Beamex has announced the public launch of its renewed strategy, supporting its purpose to create a safer and less uncertain world through accurate measurements, reliable data and traceability. -
IT/OT Convergence is More than Integrating Data
IT/OT convergence is as much about change management as it is connectivity - breaking down silos and deliberately creating cross-functional teams -
Embracing Zero Trust: Least-Privilege Access
Least-Privilege Access ensures that users only have access to exactly what they need — nothing more, nothing less. -
Hannover: Electro and Digital Technology, Plus IT, Pave Road to Energy Efficiency
Industry faces the challenge of reducing consumption in order to counter rising energy prices, reduce its carbon footprint and, at the same time, be prepared for various taxonomies dictated by capital providers and/or governments. -
Franklin Electric Launches New Employee Resource Group: Franklin Women’s Network
A company-wide kickoff event on Feb. 22 unveiled plans for the group and its engagement activities throughout the year. -
Quest Global is Great Place To Work Certified in India, for the Second Year in a Row
Quest Global, one of the world’s fastest-growing engineering services firms, today announced it has been Great Place To Work Certified in India. -
HACK4INDUSTRY: New at Hannover Messe
Hannover Messe has partnered with prototype.club to stage HACK4INDUSTRY, a contest that adds a twist to the classic pitch format. Established companies first pitch their challenges to startups, the startups then pitch their solutions back to the companies. The winner gets the order. -
Nozomi Networks Expands Strategic Partnership with Mandiant to Deliver Advanced OT and IoT Threat Intelligence and Response
Nozomi Networks, the leader in OT and IoT security, today announced an expanded global strategic partnership with Mandiant to help industrial and enterprise customers anticipate, diagnose and respond to IT and OT cyber threats in their critical business operations. -
Bentley Systems Issues Call for Nominations for the 2023 Going Digital Awards in Infrastructure
The winners will be nnounced at the Year in Infrastructure and Going Digital Awards Event in Singapore. -
Hamid Sarshar Named President of TESCO Controls
The seasoned leader will drive TESCO’s next phase of strategic growth. -
Emerson BM6X Series Slam-Shut Valve is Certified for Use in Hydrogen Applications
Bureau Veritas has certified the valve for use with up to 100% hydrogen at pressures up to 100 bar. -
PROFINET and EtherNet I/P: Key Protocols for Industry 4.0 and IoT Applications
Two protocols – PROFINET and EtherNet/IP – are compatible with virtually all Industry 4.0 and IoT applications. Which is best for you? -
Hannover Messe: 4th Lightweighting Summit Shines Lightweighting 2.0 in Circular Economy
The 4th Lightweighting Summit of the German Federal Ministry of Economics and Climate Protection (BMWK) on April 18 from 2-5 p.m. at Hannover Messe, is dedicated to the urgent and future-oriented theme of “Lightweight Construction 2.0 in the Circular Economy." -
Bentley Systems Announces Retirement of Founder Keith Bentley, Promotion of Julien Moutte to CTO
As of April 2023, founder Keith Bentley will step down as Chief Technology Officer to assume the role of Technology Advisor through his anticipated retirement later in the year and will continue thereafter his service on Bentley Systems’ Board of Directors. -
Bosch Rexroth Showcases Next Generation of Mobile Machine Solutions at CONEXPO/IFPE 2023
Working technology demos and exhibits highlight powerful, flexible and innovative electrified, electronic, and digitally networked solutions to transform off-highway equipment. -
SIKO Supports Development Project for Autonomously Operating Harvesting Vehicle in Fruit Orchards
Measurement and sensor solutions from SIKO are not only found in established industrial applications, SIKO GmbH is also currently supporting an agricultural research and development project with two rotary encoders from its range for mobile machines. -
Yokogawa Launches Autonomous Control AI Service for Use with Edge Controllers
Autonomous control AI is a new technology that achieves complex process control of formerly manual operations. -
Becoming an ISA Certified Automation Professional, Part One
What does it mean to achieve the ISA CAP certification? -
More Than 17 Million Control System Cyber Incidents are Hidden in Plain Sight
The author describes a database of control system cyber incidents he has had in development since 2000 for helping electric utility companies. -
Ransomware Persisted Despite Improved Detection in 2022
Although ransomware's share of incidents declined only slightly from 2021 to 2022, defenders were more successful detecting and preventing ransomware. -
The Six Water Technology Trends for 2023
Pre-emption and prevention, security, reuse, process automation, optimization and planning are the main technological challenges ahead for water management in 2023. -
BALYO Reveals Simple Path to Robotic Automation for High Bay Storage at ProMat 2023
The BALYO line of high-bay storage robots will be front and center at ProMat 2023. -
Single Major Automation Vendor Architecture Myth
Manufacturers who plan to be competitive, increase profits and grow no longer believe the single major automation vendor architecture myth. -
Breaking Barriers to Digital Transformation in Manufacturing
Focusing on digital transformation in manufacturing opens significant opportunities for growth, improved profitability and enhanced resilience. This post gives you some talking points to help counter common obstacles and objections. -
Mobile Industry Approaches Gigabit Era with Peak 5G Download Speeds Delivering Nearly 1 Gbps
CELLSMART Global Cellular Performance Survey captures real-world data about cellular network performance locally across the globe. -
Creating a Culture of Safety: Tips for Manufacturers
Evotix, the world-leading provider of environment, health and safety (EHS) solutions, has outlined tips for creating a safety culture throughout the business. -
Women In STEM: Who Has Developed the Industry into What It Is Today for Women
In recent years, women have begun to readdress the balance with a 31% increase in entries from women and girls looking to complete STEM-related A-Levels, with the number of women working in engineering doubling during the past decade. -
Win-win-win: Hutchinson Aerospace & Industry Inc. Shares Successes and Joys of Pursuing a More Inclusive Workplace
Working toward a more inclusive workplace “has been a win-win-win for our employees, for our business and for the folks from MMI who without these programs wouldn’t have meaningful employment,” said Bob Anderson, CEO of Hutchinson Aerospace and Industry, Inc. -
Bentley Systems Announces Acquisition of EasyPower, Leader in Power Systems Engineering Software
Bentley Systems, the infrastructure engineering software company, announced it has acquired EasyPower, a leading developer of design and analysis software tools, including arc flash solutions, for electrical engineering professionals. -
Case Study: Tier 1 Automotive Supplier Accelerates AMR Deployment from Warehouse to Line-Side Production
DENSO turned to Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) to automate material conveyance and is now running six MiR250 robots through two production areas, including transport to and from the warehouse, to support line-side manufacturing, and including facilities and spare parts transport. -
Women in Manufacturing Association Announces 2023 Board of Directors
The Women in Manufacturing Association (WiM) is pleased to announce the election of 20 members to its 2023 Board of Directors, who begin their terms on April 1, 2023. -
Case Study: RoboTire Ushers in the Future of Automated Automotive Care
RoboTire has ushered in the future of automated automotive care by taking the tedious out of tire changing. -
IT Standards Accelerate Industrial Control and Automation Plug-and-Play Data Mapping
Microsoft’s Erich Barnstedt, in collaboration with Siemens, is taking the lead to simplify and automate the mapping of industrial field device data tags using discoverable data models. -
Three New Team Members Join Franklin Electric Industrial and Engineered Systems Business Unit
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. is pleased to welcome three new customer-facing team members to its Industrial & Engineered Systems (IES) business unit. -
AAEON Joins PlayRobot to Bring Educational Robots to Universities Across Taiwan
Using the UP 4000, AAEON and PlayRobot bring aspiring developers the tools needed to succeed. -
Rittal Opens Its Newest Location in Atlanta
The showroom provides a first-hand view of the brand’s latest Industry 4.0 technology and solution offerings complementing its previously opened Southeast Regional Distribution Center. -
The Need for a Digital 'Central Nervous System' Shifts from Innovation to Necessity
As new smart infrastructure assets are built and existing ones are retrofitted, the need for a digital “central nervous system” is shifting from innovation to necessity. This central nervous system for infrastructure assets is the infrastructure digital twin. -
Germany’s Economics Minister Robert Habeck to Visit HANNOVER MESSE
Dr. Robert Habeck, Germany's Federal Minister for Economics and Climate Action, is set to visit Hannover on the second day of the flagship event for dialog with representatives of industry on taking the path to climate-friendly production. -
7 Communication Strategies to Improve Workplace Safety
Establishing communication strategies and adopting technology like a wireless guide system will help manufacturing businesses protect and inform employees and visitors.