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December 9, 2019
New ways augmented reality and other digital technologies can help improve worker productivity, reduce error – and optimize your workflow.
December 4, 2019
Secure remote access policies and procedures can help manufacturers protect against cyber threats and human errors that result in unplanned downtime.
December 2, 2019
Statistics will tell you that women are closing the gender pay gap. But for women of color, the move forward is slower.
November 18, 2019
An interactive space where people tell stories, invite questions and encourage authentic dialog around the challenges of creating a culture that differentiates a company.
November 14, 2019
The right partners can help you more easily deploy digital technologies, solve challenges like data-integration issues and capture more value from digital initiatives.
November 13, 2019
Equipment and machine builders are rethinking design, machine intelligence and services to address their customer’s workforce challenges.
November 11, 2019
Is your lockout/tagout program compliant with OSHA regulations? LOTO OSHA violations are incredibly common for manufacturers. How to avoid fines and stay in compliance.
November 8, 2019
Technology is changing the way mining companies do business and one of the most impacted areas is the workforce. Learn how digital transformation is changing mining roles for the future.
November 6, 2019
CPG companies are gaining significant launch-time advantages with emulation technology. Recent advances are making it easier than ever to employ.
November 6, 2019
Join us at the top of every hour to hear from a variety of thought-leaders on how culture, community outreach, supplier diversity and a focus on talent can impact your business.
November 6, 2019
Solutions like digital workforce productivity simplify workers’ jobs and enhance how they work, making them critical in tackling the manufacturing skills gap.
October 30, 2019
For this paper mill, migrating its batch digester to a modern DCS offered significant improvements in yield, quality and operator efficiency.
October 21, 2019
Plant managers can’t be everywhere, all the time. But in many ways, they need to be. Remote support can provide valuable expertise and backup whenever it’s needed.
October 16, 2019
A smart-manufacturing strategy can help overcome production challenges and produce high-quality electric vehicles quickly.
October 11, 2019
Predictive analytics dashboards provide insight into potential issues before they happen, so you can prevent machine or equipment failures and avoid downtime.
October 4, 2019
We are here to help you make the case for why your boss should let you go to Automation Fair, which, by the way, is November 20-21 in Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
September 30, 2019
Reduce integration challenges by embedding an OEM MAC in your gas processing facility projects.
September 30, 2019
With a unified network infrastructure in place, mining operators can implement wireless and reliably connect their people, places and technologies.
September 20, 2019
Food and beverage companies can achieve smart manufacturing goals by specifying smart, flexible machine technology. Are you asking the right questions?
September 18, 2019
Lockout/tagout training is required by OSHA for authorized employees and affected employees. Learn what should be included and how often it’s needed.
September 16, 2019
By uncovering vulnerabilities and helping companies fix them, researchers help prevent what could be major security incidents.
September 13, 2019
Flexible and scalable drivetrain or powertrain production operations can help you keep up with consumer demand and adapt to technology changes.
September 11, 2019
While veterans make great employees, moving from military to civilian employment can be tough. One veteran offers advice on creating a smooth transition.
September 9, 2019
Food and beverage companies are finding productivity gains in hidden data. With the help of predictive analytics, they’re using this data to make informed decisions.
September 9, 2019
With a unified control platform, OEMs can better leverage the latest advanced technologies and optimize customers’ return on investment.
September 6, 2019
The struggle with downtime can feel like a never-ending battle. More manufacturers are turning to third-party providers for OT remote management services.
September 2, 2019
Manufacturing needs to reshape its image to attract and retain top talent. Candidates are looking at work culture, vision and mission and differentiators.
August 30, 2019
Companies around the world are already using enterprise operational intelligence solutions to create more competitive operations, and they’re seeing results.
August 28, 2019
Independent cart technology answers the call for a better way to manage the high-mix, agile packaging needs of our made-to-order world.
August 16, 2019
Controller-based predictive analytics use AI technology to help you detect production issues before they lead to downtime or scrap.
August 14, 2019
Manufacturers that want to avoid devastating cyberattacks should prioritize proactive OT patch management as part of their cybersecurity strategy.
August 12, 2019
Learn how to prevent water hammer by “softening” the dynamics of starting and stopping a pump through the use of a soft starter.
August 9, 2019
Drives with built-in distortion mitigation help protect process integrity and uptime in water/wastewater operations.
August 7, 2019
Digital twin technologies are transforming the industrial space, elevating how we interact with our environments and offering great potential for the future workforce.
August 5, 2019
Are you an inventor or an innovator? 4 indicators that a company supports innovation and creating a culture where your ideas thrive.
August 2, 2019
It’s critical to include a standards-based physical network design into your project scope, along with the logical network on the front end to help pave the way to success in the long term.
July 31, 2019
ENAMI needed a modern control system with strong diagnostics, easy maintenance, and data management to support business decisions and operational improvement.
July 29, 2019
Combining a machine’s control and computing hardware into one platform can help OEMs create smarter, more secure and capable machines.
July 26, 2019
The smallest uptime increase can add millions of dollars to a bottom line. Performance dashboards organize OEE data so manufacturers can identify growth opportunities.
July 22, 2019
For unemployed (or underemployed) veterans, a 12-week program can prepare them for highly sought-after high-tech roles.
July 19, 2019
When it comes to lockout/tagout procedures, is it helpful or unnecessary to add information to the document? The answer isn’t always simple.
July 17, 2019
Manufacturers are migrating from physical hardware solutions to a virtualized environment where multiple applications and operating systems can live.
July 15, 2019
Three priorities will help you justify migration: operations, finances and corporate strategy. And there’s another factor to consider: employees.
July 15, 2019
There are many benefits to digital transformation. The challenges include security, testability, data collection, and legislation and standardization.
July 8, 2019
Thanks to advances in digital technologies, life sciences companies can now use data more holistically to drive real-time business outcomes.
July 5, 2019
To protect industrial devices against security risks, you need two things: a clear view of your network activity and the ability to segment your network into discrete parts.
July 3, 2019
Using a variable frequency drive (VFD) with synchronous bypass and transfer capabilities can yield significant cost savings.
July 1, 2019
Technology underpins Industry 4.0 potential, but the most important factor remains the people making it happen.
July 1, 2019
The relationship between vendor and customers has never been more now as we seek to leverage the opportunity of 4IR technologies.
July 1, 2019
We help people to change and improve things with technology. And we live our brand promise of expanding human possibility.
July 1, 2019
Ireland's potential will be unlocked by its digital transformation culture and driven by each industry’s specific needs.
June 26, 2019
In order to optimize mine performance, miners must first be willing to embrace change. Embrace the Internet of Things (IoT).
June 21, 2019
New AC drives learn how they’re being used and adapt to changes. This allows you to see their predicted life down to the hour to reduce unplanned downtime.
June 19, 2019
Engineering is at its best when it is practiced by everyone. That is why STEM education and diversity are so important.
June 17, 2019
A digital twin can unite your CAD and controls to help you create better industrial automation systems that are delivered on time, on spec and on budget.
June 14, 2019
Improve measurement and control with a unified solution for multi-well pad operations.
June 12, 2019
Big Data in industrial IoT applications will increasingly get replaced with Smart Data to derive business value quickly and cost-effectively.
June 10, 2019
The benefits of digital transformation are undeniable. But each project comes with potential roadblocks. Here are three risks to the success of your project and how to avoid them.
June 5, 2019
As jobs have become more advanced and technological, the industrial skills gap has widened. But a game-changer has arrived: e-learning.
June 3, 2019
A modern DCS can ease technology transfer – and help speed life sciences products from pilot plant to market.
June 2, 2019
Collaboration between CPG manufacturers and OEMs helps unify processing and packaging applications – and eases the way to compliance.
May 29, 2019
AngloGold chose a modern DCS for its activated carbon process facility. Their operators quickly transitioned to simpler ISA 101 compliant grayscale displays with increased visibility.
May 27, 2019
Custom machine builders are improving time to market with smarter machine engineering. See how you can build efficiency with a single control platform.
May 26, 2019
Every motor control application is different, so what method provides the best fit and function? Push button or PLC control?
May 24, 2019
Safety dashboards are useful around the plant to help optimize the health of your machines and workers.
May 22, 2019
The utilization of a modern batch control systems helps chemical producers achieve more flexible, productive and efficient operations.
May 20, 2019
Innovations that paved the way for smart manufacturing took root decades ago. This pioneer helped focus a thousand points of light to what we know today.
May 19, 2019
Food and beverage manufacturers can use model predictive control to create a standard model for production, optimizing capacity while maintaining or improving quality.
May 17, 2019
Boost productivity, simplify systems and get better insights into your operations using AC drives that deliver advanced safety over Ethernet.
May 15, 2019
The largest port in central Chile, Los Ventanas, is now also its most modern after a new CEO helped to automate all processes using a modern DCS.
May 13, 2019
Oil and gas producers are feeling the pain of relying on aging systems. The use of intelligent packaged power cuts risk and costs, while unleashing information for performance improvement.
May 12, 2019
How do you get what you need from your internship (and impress your employer)? 8 tips to make the most of the experience.
May 10, 2019
Digital technology can transform your maintenance, repair and operations asset data into something you can use.
May 8, 2019
How to sidestep common roadblocks, minimize engineering time and speed deployment.
May 6, 2019
To understand customer expectations, you have to think like a consumer. What impresses you about a company’s service? What drives you away?
May 5, 2019
What is ‘now’ for industrial services in the 21st Century, and what’s next as industry and its people develop and reinvent themselves?
May 3, 2019
Three considerations that can help inform and strengthen your own industrial security strategy.
May 1, 2019
Instead of choosing business and leadership books that reinforce your beliefs, consider reading a few that challenge your assumptions.
April 29, 2019
The journey to improve your industrial security posture may seem complex. Determine your target security posture with security assessments.
April 26, 2019
Get the most from your oil and gas equipment by building a strong analytics strategy that can be paired with the perfect information solution.
April 22, 2019
Technology is changing the way mining companies do business. Here are five tools you can easily bring online at your mine and quickly see tangible results.
April 19, 2019
Prioritizing continued learning and training is in your best interest as an employee. With e-learning, making time for professional growth is easy.
April 15, 2019
MES can help combat production challenges for metal producers by ensuring that the right product is delivered at the right time.
April 12, 2019
Internships can be a powerful learning and development tool. Or they can distance a learner from a field of study, company or industry. 3 tips for success.
April 10, 2019
Low-voltage AC drives with adaptive tuning can detect and easily mitigate mechanical-resonance issues, so your machines can run better and you can save more.
April 8, 2019
How to maintain a flexible supply chain – and mitigate cybersecurity risk – when manufacturing extends beyond your walls.
April 5, 2019
Learn how alarm management dashboards are useful around the plant to help optimize the health of your machines and workers.
April 3, 2019
A large producer of zinc was facing costly unplanned downtime, exposing them to operational and financial risk. Learn how they overcame these challenges with a modern DCS.
April 1, 2019
Looking beyond the pharmaceutical and food and beverages industries, where is the potential for rapid growth?
April 1, 2019
The UK has always been a hotbed of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit – as recent acquisitions show.
April 1, 2019
South Africa can’t afford to be left behind in the worldwide migration to Industry 4.0. What are the changes facing key industries in 2019?
April 1, 2019
Visionary directors come in many forms, whether they are making films or deploying Industry 4.0.
March 29, 2019
This is how we use dashboards to present data and analytics in useful ways, so you can view what information matters most.
March 25, 2019
Harnessing the power of process analytics is the next frontier in brewhouse efficiency. Reveal hidden efficiencies that are easily attainable for any size operation.
March 24, 2019
Manufacturers can build a competitive edge with insights and action fueled by robust analytics environments from Rockwell Automation, Microsoft and PTC.
March 22, 2019
Mentoring FIRST students takes time and commitment. What you get in return is a new view of the world, and a better way to do your job.
March 22, 2019
You have many choices in your career path. I did. Here are some of the reasons the EMEA graduate programme was right for me.
March 20, 2019
The right cybersecurity policies put comprehensive protections in place for a company’s assets before, during and after an event.
March 18, 2019
On our inclusion journey, every step forward is a chance to look back and realize who is not with us yet. Our path forward must be intentional and strategic.
March 15, 2019
Automating regenerative medicine will do for organs what Detroit did for cars and Silicon Valley did for semiconductors.