Articles
The OT data revolution
Operational data is the foundation of industrial digital transformation. [ + ]
Industry 4.0 technology enablers in the fluid power industry
The most important way that Industry 4.0 technologies will impact the fluid power industry is in the area of predictive maintenance. [ + ]
From choice to necessity: remote capabilities in day-to-day operations
Many years ago, somebody wisely pronounced that necessity was the mother of invention, and the past 18 months has proved this beyond doubt. [ + ]
Edge computing: unearthing new value for mining and metals applications
The mining and metals industries are embracing digital transformation, including IIoT technology and concepts, to achieve new levels of production efficiency. [ + ]
Driving value and competitive advantage with industrial AI
It is clear that to secure a leading position tomorrow, companies need to accelerate digitalisation today and position themselves for unexpected twists tomorrow. [ + ]
Decarbonisation and digitalisation: our industry can take the lead
Our industry has proven in the past that it can work together to drive common outcomes but also compete where needed. [ + ]
Increasing the safety and reliability of ageing facilities with single loop logic solvers
Meeting safety requirements can often be achieved with the simple architecture of single loop logic solvers. [ + ]
6 steps to develop a cybersecurity program for OT
A successful cyber attack on critical infrastructure that disrupts the provisions of essential goods and services can put public safety at risk and threaten economic security. [ + ]
Combating unplanned downtime
For most of us, the word downtime conjures images of relaxation, but for plant managers downtime is a word that triggers concerns about lost production and revenue. [ + ]
Protecting sensors increases weld cell productivity
Improving sensor survivability in weld cells is one of the easiest and fastest ways to reduce unplanned downtime and lower cost. [ + ]
Measuring consistency from laboratory to process
Ensuring measurement consistency when a process is scaled up from the laboratory to production can be made easier with digital sensor technology. [ + ]
The differences between AGVs and AMRs
Robotic vehicles in the form of AGVs and AMRs are rapidly becoming a new normal in day-to-day operational activities in warehouses, factories and other facilities. [ + ]
Knowledge is power
Treat maintenance as an asset, not an expense, by designing a data-driven strategy that improves asset and worker performance. [ + ]
Critical seals and gaskets: asking the right questions
Pumps and valves are technologies at the heart of many process and automation innovations that depend closely on the efficiency of optimum seals and gaskets. [ + ]
National operations in a COVID-19 environment
Lockdowns and restricted travel have their drawbacks, but there are positives as well. [ + ]