Articles
Next-gen electric vehicle batteries take a salt bath
A new generation of rechargeable lithium batteries may soon be ready to jump-start the electric vehicle industry, thanks to the humble salt bath. [ + ]
Intelligent sensors the key to Industry 4.0
While Australia is challenged by a declining manufacturing sector, the utilisation of the industrial internet has the potential to introduce a major competitive advantage. [ + ]
Thin client HMIs in process automation
Virtualisation has become more and more popular in process automation and has opened up more possibilities for how HMI systems can be deployed. [ + ]
Comparing IS barrier solutions
Significant savings, both initial installation and ongoing maintenance costs, for an intrinsically safe (IS) facility or project can be achieved by selecting the appropriate apparatus as the IS barrier for the system. [ + ]
Metal detection or X-ray inspection: what food processors should know
Consumer safety has always been a primary concern for food processors. With significant costs and penalties for non-compliance, processors will be relying, more than ever before, on the latest quality control methodologies and equipment to keep the food supply safe. [ + ]
Subsea pipeline corrosion management
The harsh marine environment exposes pipelines to a range of severe climatic and chemical conditions, resulting in a range of corrosion challenges requiring mitigation. [ + ]
Smart glasses for Industry 4.0 tested on the shop floor
Smart glasses can help manufacturing companies to slash time: there is no longer any need for users to abandon one activity in order to look up operating or test instructions, for example. [ + ]
From 'can make' to 'can do': three strategic approaches to help seize the opportunity in rapid industry change
Selling capabilities, not just products, is one of three strategic approaches that can help manufacturers capitalise on key changes transforming their market and industry. What are the other two? [ + ]
Effective use of time
One of my colleagues has '1440' printed in huge numbers on the wall next to his desk. This is his reminder that there are only 1440 minutes in the day and that, to be successful, he aims to use every single minute deliberately. [ + ]
The Robolution: are we walking the talk?
Everyone keeps talking about the Robolution, but where does it really stand right now? [ + ]
New energy-efficient motor technologies
Increased energy efficiency requirements for drive systems have led to alternative motor technologies taking up the competition with traditional induction motors and AC drive applications. [ + ]
The IIoT Evolution: Rip and replace or wrap and re-use?
The much discussed IIoT is not so much a revolution, as an evolution of existing technologies and systems. [ + ]
Effective motor control for high-efficiency motors
Modern high-efficiency motors have the drawback of higher inrush and starting currents, which means protection equipment must be specified differently. [ + ]
The control system kill chain: understanding external ICS cyber threats — Part 2
Greater connectivity between industrial control systems, business IT systems and the internet promises to provide great advances in industrial efficiency — but comes with greater cybersecurity risk. [ + ]
Meeting emerging challenges in manufacturing with lightweight robotics — Part 2
The trend toward adaptive, low-volume, high-mix manufacturing presents a challenge to manufacturers, as current technologies in automation — based on the principle of high volume and minimal change — cannot readily adapt to meet the rapidly changing needs of the market. Lightweight robots can help alleviate these challenges. [ + ]
