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To get the lowdown on near- and medium-term prospects for the servo market, Interact Analysis interviewed Senior Research Director Tim Dawson in advance of his upcoming report.

Rotork plc ("Rotork"), the global flow control and instrumentation group, announces the appointment of Kiet Huynh as chief executive officer (CEO).

Growing demand for real-time data analysis across geographies and increasing adoption of IIoT technology to improve performance will push projected growth through 2026.

Innovative solutions can improve distributed ledger technology performance over a network.

Portescap has opened a new engineering laboratory in its Mumbai, India office, expanding analysis and reliability testing space as well as boosting its proof of concept (POC) capabilities.

International Process Plants (IPP) and its affiliates announced today the acquisition of Juniper Acquisitions LLC, owner of the Juniper Specialty Products commercial-scale high-purity gas-to-liquids (GTL) wax manufacturing plant in Westlake, Louisiana.

Yokogawa Electric Corporation announces that it has obtained ISASecure CSA Level 1 certification from the ISA Security Compliance Institute* (ISCI) for its CENTUM VP integrated production control system, a product in the OpreX Control and Safety System family.

Backed by the employee-led VISION Committee volunteer group, Mitsubishi Electric Automation Inc. donated $25,000 to Northern Illinois Food Bank and $25,000 to A Safe Place.

Within the context of Industry 4.0, manufacturing systems connected using APIs could include a SCADA system connected directly to a CMMS for creating and managing work orders. This article originally appeared in the October 2021 issue of InTech magazine.

According to a study by the Engineering Design Show, more than 50% of engineering firms find it difficult to recruit and retain staff with the skills and knowledge necessary for the job. In response to this, the government is investing millions of pounds into STEM education. This means mechanical engineering will be more accessible for aspiring scientists from all backgrounds.

The leader in self-powered industrial IoT has generated more than 1.5 billion data points using less energy than it takes to brew three pots of coffee.

SEMI, the global industry association that unites the entire electronics manufacturing and design supply chain, has issued recommendations to the European Commission for growing Europe semiconductor ecosystem resilience and competitiveness.

Optimizing automated equipment condition monitoring calls for a different wireless network protocol than that used with process instruments. This article was originally published in the October 2021 issue of InTech magazine.

Automation technologies integral to world’s first offshore green hydrogen production process.

The International Society of Automation (ISA) and the ISA Global Cybersecurity Alliance (ISAGCA), with contributing author Gary Rathwell, have released a new white paper entitled, “Implementing an Industrial Cybersecurity Program for Your Enterprise.”

Highest sales in the company's history: HARTING Technology Group heads for a climate-neutral future with record investment, a sales increase of 14.5% to $956 million (EUR 869 million), and 713 new jobs created worldwide.

New research from Interact Analysis shows that during 2020 the overall market for geared motors and heavy-duty industrial gears declined by 2.4%.

These grippers reduce end-effector size, lower cycle time, ensure safety and offer new solutions.

Thomas Burke, Global Strategic Advisor at CLPA, looks at the latest advances and trends in TSN-compatible industrial communications.

What commercial providers of MPC use phenomenological dynamic models?

The IACS white paper is intended to address the needs of owner/operators of industrial facilities.

Siemens today announced that Airbus, a leading aircraft manufacturer, has selected Capital electrical/electronic (E/E) systems development software from Siemens‘ Xcelerator portfolio to accelerate the development of commercial aircraft.

Orders of manufacturing technology surpassed $650 million in November 2021, according to the latest U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report published by AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology.

Industrial machinery and equipment system designs typically rely on proven materials and methods to ensure reliable and effective end results. But every so often, a new option becomes available to improve performance, reduce cost and increase safety. This article was originally published in the October 2021 issue of InTech magazine.

ARC Advisory Group research suggests that the Industrial IoT, connected smart assets, and especially the Digital Twin are having the most immediate and significant impact on how companies implement technologies that enable smart manufacturing.

Leadec, the leading global service specialist for factories, has taken over Meiners Electric as of 12/31/2021. Meiners Electric is an electrical contractor in Louisville, Ky., serving the Greater Louisville Area.

The Coalition for Open Process Automation (COPA) hosted a 90-minute virtual broadcast discussion and first public demonstration of the COPA QuickStart system illustrating the benefits and value of Open Process Automation based on the O-PAS standard.

Informal interactions at events foster greater camaraderie in the automation community. You make long-term professional connections and friendships, and these become your personal ecosystem of automation resources. This article was originally published in the October 2021 issue of InTech magazine.

GE Digital has entered into an agreement to acquire Opus One Solutions Energy Corporation, a software company that helps electric utilities optimize energy planning, operations and market management, all which advance the energy transition.

What is OT/ICS asset inventory, what should it include, and what are the benefits of a robust asset inventory for OT/ICS cyber security?

Unison Tube LLC and Moore Machine Tools have teamed up to provide their individual customer bases with an even wider range of machine tool solutions.

Holland Pump Company, a leading independent specialty pump rental and dewatering solutions provider, announced it has completed the acquisition of Pump Service & Supply of Troy–PSS, based in Troy, New York.

Scientific and industrial imaging specialist Atik Cameras streamlines production as Pedro Matos heads up Atik Cameras production facilities in Lisbon.

PAC Machinery, a leader in packaging equipment with one of the most diverse ranges of machinery, is celebrating a successful year and announcing a list of the most popular packaging machines purchased by customers in 2021.

The first step to implement predictive maintenance is to determine if PdM is the right strategy for an asset.

Technology is enabling manufacturing companies to do remotely what they had not dreamed of before. This article was originally published in the October 2021 issue of InTech magazine.

TriMech, strategic technology partner to engineers and manufacturers across North America, announced today it has acquired the Mastercam businesses of MACDAC Engineering and Compumachine.

With the huge shift towards automation across industries all around the world as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, it is time to explore the effects this may have on the way business is conducted during the next twelve months. To kick off the new year, Meili Robots has compiled a list of the seven biggest trends and predictions for the robotics industry in 2022.

congatec is pleased to announce its new leadership team, with Dr. Dirk Haft taking over as the new CEO and Daniel Jürgens as the new CFO. Gerhard Edi, previously CTO, will assume the newly created position of Chief Strategy Officer.

The CC-Link Partner Association (CLPA) has reached new heights in its aim to promote and advance state-of-the-art open industrial communications technologies. With more than 4,000 active members currently enrolled, the organization offers a clear example of the key role that industrial partnerships play in the successful creation of smart factories, also known as e-F@ctories.

IFS, the global cloud enterprise applications company, today announced that it has retained its position in the Leaders category in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Manufacturing Field Service Management Applications 2021-2022 Vendor Assessment.

Sloan Zupan to lead Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc.’s marketing efforts through strategic marketing, product management, and product marketing.

Claudia Jarrett, US country manager at automation parts supplier EU Automation, explains why automation will be crucial if manufacturers are to defend themselves against 2022’s biggest cybersecurity threats.

Digital sensing devices built on open standards can significantly expand data visibility and improve an organization’s asset management process. This article was originally published in the October 2021 issue of InTech magazine.

Effective Jan. 1, 2022, the Endress+Hauser subsidiaries SpectraSensors, Inc. and Kaiser Optical Systems, Inc. have joined forces to form a new company: Endress+Hauser Optical Analysis, Inc.

HGR Auctions connects buyers and sellers with industrial equipment around the world.

Effective Jan. 1, Energistics Consortium, Inc. is now an affiliate of The Open Group, a global consortium that enables the achievement of business objectives through technology standards.

Brittany Mier y Teran, Partnership and CI Channel Manager at Somfy North America, was awarded “Woman to Watch” at CES 2022 for her exceptional contribution to the industry.

NSK, a global leader in bearing and linear motion control technology, has expanded its owned bearing services capabilities in the Americas with the acquisition of Alliance Bearing Repair and Reclaim, LLC.

Electromate Inc. is proud to announce that the organization has been named on the 2021 list of Best Workplaces in Professional Services.

As burner management technology and processes have evolved, many leaders in the industry supplying burner management systems have ensured that as technology advancements are realized, their systems require comprehensive upgrades instead of allowing customization or modification.

By deploying a closed-loop digital twin throughout a system’s entire lifecycle, machine builders and end users can reduce costs and optimize efficiency. This article was originally published in the October 2021 issue of InTech magazine.

A 2021 research study from Flow Research found that worldwide revenues for all flowmeters sold to the oil & gas industry in 2019 amounted to $1,640,000 million and forecasts a solid compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.6% over the next five years, for a total annual revenue exceeding $1,860,000 million in 2024.

HGR Industrial Surplus and Tramar Industries merge to become the one-source-solution provider for industrial equipment.

KP Engineering has named William E. (Bill) Preston as its new President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Research from cybersecurity specialist finds ransomware attacks are declining, and ransomware operators have started "rebranding."

Remote working can streamline worker processes, but it can also prevent accidents and save lives along the way.

How LOGIIC selected ISA, the results of the LOGIIC training pilot with ISA, and some key findings from the pilot.

Check out this comprehensive guide to machine learning and the info you need to understand this amazing phenomenon.

The CEO presents many qualities that are needed to enforce a company's digital transformation strategy.

Cybersecurity practices will ultimately be determined by asset owners.

How does one leverage simulation to support qualification and reduce downtime as part of MOC and capital projects?

The solutions enable optimized energy distribution, electrical grid resilience and higher return on assets.

From mark alignment software to tray infeed modules, laser marking solutions are built to suit.

Because of their importance, checking or calibrating valves is critical, but creating a consistent test result is difficult, as two technicians may interpret the analog test gauge differently.

Rohde & Schwarz offers CES attendees the opportunity to see advances in test technology including automotive radar target simulation for hardware-in-the-loop testing.

The ctrlX developR Challenge international idea and developer competition open to automation engineers with ideas about new approaches to automation innovation.

Robot battles build passion for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM).

Digital Twin Consortium (DTC) today announced the Digital Twin System Interoperability Framework. The framework characterizes the multiple facets of system interoperability based on seven key concepts to create complex systems that interoperate at scale.

To recalibrate as market conditions change, manufacturers need real-time data and applications that deliver insights.

The Top 25 List and report will be released in January. Look for more details and a summary of the report in the next InTech Magazine and at the upcoming 26th Annual ARC Industry Forum, held Feb. 14-17, 2022, in Orlando Florida.

Industrial Shields received the Innovation and Development Award at the 4th edition of the Sant Fruitós de Bages Business Night, held on Dec. 15 in Sant Benet de Bages (Barcelona).

China Mobile relies on the R&S CMX500 radio communication tester from Rohde & Schwarz for 5G VoNR test verification, and the first acceptance tests have already been performed.

Edge computing can help businesses take full advantage of IoT.

The German robotics and automation industry expects industry growth of 10% in 2022.