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Showcasing VR-Based Simulators, Honeywell Optimizes Training For Industrial Workers with Digital Twin

Showcasing VR-Based Simulators, Honeywell Optimizes Training For Industrial Workers with Digital Twin

Honeywell introduced its latest Immersive Field Simulator (IFS), which creates a physical virtual twin of the plant as well as a digital twin to the processes.


News Oct 30, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
Emerson’s Mobile Roadshow Goes Virtual for 2020 Still Showcasing Latest Technology

Emerson’s Mobile Roadshow Goes Virtual for 2020 Still Showcasing Latest Technology

Each year, Emerson launches a nine-month-long mobile roadshow for demonstrating their latest products. This year, the show is set to be virtual.


News Oct 30, 2020 by Seth Price
ISO 9001 Certification and Calibration Explained

ISO 9001 Certification and Calibration Explained

Learn about the importance of the ISO 9001 standard and some essential procedures and considerations to make when using the standard.


Rockwell and Microsoft Add 5-Year Extension to Partnership for Industrial Transformation

Rockwell and Microsoft Add 5-Year Extension to Partnership for Industrial Transformation

Rockwell Automation and Microsoft jointly announced a five-year extension to their partnership to develop cloud-based solutions.


The Difference Between Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and Soft Starters

The Difference Between Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and Soft Starters

The following will examine how to reduce the wear on motors during startup and compare soft starters and variable frequency drives (VFDs). 


Measurement Tools for Mechanical Maintenance

Measurement Tools for Mechanical Maintenance

This article explores what tools can be used to predict and prevent costly mechanical breakdown events occurring from heat, vibration, or humidity.


AVEVA and Schneider Electric Further Develop AVEVA’s Unified Supply Chain Platform

AVEVA and Schneider Electric Further Develop AVEVA’s Unified Supply Chain Platform

AVEVA released an enhanced version of its AVEVA Unified Supply Chain platform to provide supply chain visibility for the oil and gas industry.


News Oct 09, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Common Sources of Failures in Mechanical Systems

Common Sources of Failures in Mechanical Systems

What causes mechanical failure? Learn about three major sources of failure points in any mechanical assembly and a few tips to minimize failure.


Understanding Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

Understanding Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

A computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) is a software system that manages an entire company’s maintenance activities. It supports the maintenance personnel by helping to develop a database relevant to maintenance activities.


How Object Detection Works in Machine Vision Applications

How Object Detection Works in Machine Vision Applications

The following will introduce how machine vision and object recognition works and how developers are working on making it easier to integrate for more extensive market adoption. 


Transforming the Industry: NVIDIA to Acquire Arm and Generate AI-Based Technologies

Transforming the Industry: NVIDIA to Acquire Arm and Generate AI-Based Technologies

NVIDIA is set to acquire Arm Limited and together endeavor to drive the growth of AI technologies in the industrial sector and beyond.


News Sep 18, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
The Evolution of Autonomous Mobile Robots

The Evolution of Autonomous Mobile Robots

What are autonomous mobile robots and how did they come to be a crucial part of the industrial manufacturing industry?


Root Cause Analysis in Manufacturing: How Does it Work?

Root Cause Analysis in Manufacturing: How Does it Work?

Root cause analysis (RCA) is a method used to identify the root of specific problems. Below are the steps necessary to complete RCA.


NIST Finds Patterns in Cyber Security Behavior Related to Industrial Manufacturing

NIST Finds Patterns in Cyber Security Behavior Related to Industrial Manufacturing

The latest report from NIST and other government organizations found that tracking behavior may be a new way to track potential security threats.


Geek+ and Körber Continue Partnership for Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) Deployment

Geek+ and Körber Continue Partnership for Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) Deployment

Geek+ has joined forces with Köber to create a strategic partnership for advancing automation and supply chain logistics.


News Aug 24, 2020 by Damond Goodwin
Mercedes Launches New Digital Manufacturing EcoSystem to Optimize Automotive Production

Mercedes Launches New Digital Manufacturing EcoSystem to Optimize Automotive Production

Mercedes-Benz pushes for digital automotive production of its vehicles with the Mercedes Car Operations 360 ecosystem.


News Aug 13, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Are Robots Becoming More Essential in Medical Automation?

Are Robots Becoming More Essential in Medical Automation?

What are some of the key advancements in medical automation in the last several years and how have robots become more widespread in this industry?


Balluff’s IO-Link Interface Adds Flexibility and Control to New Capacitive Smart Sensor

Balluff’s IO-Link Interface Adds Flexibility and Control to New Capacitive Smart Sensor

Balluff recently expanded their line capacitive sensors to include block-style smart sensors with the IO-link interface.


News Aug 11, 2020 by Sara McCaslin
What is Model Predictive Control (MPC)?

What is Model Predictive Control (MPC)?

This article discusses the applications and uses of model predictive control.


Ansys Launches Simulation-Driven Design Tool for Next-Generation Capabilities

Ansys Launches Simulation-Driven Design Tool for Next-Generation Capabilities

Ansys, a 3D design and simulation developer has launched a new instant simulation study tool to help accelerate design iterations.


News Aug 09, 2020 by Ben Stepanian