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Wired vs. Wireless Industrial Networks

Wired vs. Wireless Industrial Networks

Are wired networks really more secure than wireless? Let’s dive into some differences between these two industrial network types.


Vention and SICK Partner to Bring Smarter Robot Guidance to the Factory Floor

Vention and SICK Partner to Bring Smarter Robot Guidance to the Factory Floor

The two companies will combine their expertise to speed up designing and deploying custom-built vision solutions for robot guidance systems that operate in industrial facilities.


News Jul 29, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
HVAC Engineering in AutoCAD and Revit

HVAC Engineering in AutoCAD and Revit

Trying to design industrial HVAC systems in AutoCAD? In this article, we explore AutoDesk’s flagship softwares AutoCAD and Revit, and their role in the HVAC designing industry.


John Deere Offers New Communication Systems to Promote Machine Automation in Agriculture

John Deere Offers New Communication Systems to Promote Machine Automation in Agriculture

Can John Deere and Ericsson bring 5G and IIoT technologies into the agriculture sector?


News Jul 28, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Eaton Emphasizes the Importance of UPS in Industrial Edge Systems

Eaton Emphasizes the Importance of UPS in Industrial Edge Systems

Learn about the features of Eaton's latest uninterruptible power supply (UPS) designed for industrial edge solutions.


News Jul 27, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
The Evolution of Industrial Networking

The Evolution of Industrial Networking

Learn about the evolution of industrial-level communications networking, and current and future protocols.


Sandvik Finalizes Two Major Acquisitions to Further Develop Automation Technology

Sandvik Finalizes Two Major Acquisitions to Further Develop Automation Technology

Precision automation manufacturer Sandvik recently signed two separate agreements to acquire DWFritz Automation and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software company Cambrio.


Beijer Electronics’ Latest HMI Software Includes SCADA and OPC UA Support

Beijer Electronics’ Latest HMI Software Includes SCADA and OPC UA Support

Beijer Electronics’ HMI software lets users interface with multiple HMIs, connect with various PLCs, and now utilize VNC and OPC UA communications.


News Jul 26, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
Neurala Raises $12 Million to Accelerate AI Development in Industrial Manufacturing

Neurala Raises $12 Million to Accelerate AI Development in Industrial Manufacturing

Neurala raises funds to expand its vision artificial intelligence solutions and grow their inspection capabilities for OEMs in industrial manufacturing.


News Jul 25, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Beckhoff Releases New Linear Motors to Help Industrial Motor Control Techniques

Beckhoff Releases New Linear Motors to Help Industrial Motor Control Techniques

Learn about the new AL8000 range of linear motors and how can it help with future industrial motor control and design techniques.


News Jul 24, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
Emerson Expands Its Plantweb Solution to Include Data Management

Emerson Expands Its Plantweb Solution to Include Data Management

Manufacturing giant Emerson has recently released a new enterprise-level data management software solution.


IIoT Cyber Attack Vectors and Best Mitigating Practices

IIoT Cyber Attack Vectors and Best Mitigating Practices

IIoT infrastructure is more susceptible to cyber-attacks than legacy infrastructure due to its cloud-based nature; this article covers attack vectors and best mitigating practices.


Industry Leaders Aim to Automate Labor Intensive Tasks with New Robotic Components

Industry Leaders Aim to Automate Labor Intensive Tasks with New Robotic Components

Robotiq is one of the latest robotics companies to release a component to eliminate labor intensive tasks. Their latest screwdriving solution is one of many that engineers can utilize on the factory floor.


News Jul 23, 2021 by Damond Goodwin
KINEXON Plans to Enable Unlimited Smart Factory Applications With Industrial Sensor

KINEXON Plans to Enable Unlimited Smart Factory Applications With Industrial Sensor

IoT technology company, KINEXON, has released a new, ultra-precise indoor-localization available for the mass market.


Baumer Introduces Industrial-grade Programmable Smart Cameras for AI Applications

Baumer Introduces Industrial-grade Programmable Smart Cameras for AI Applications

The Baumer AX series of industrial-grade smart cameras are designed to provide a programmable image processing platform that can be integrated into AI applications.


News Jul 21, 2021 by Sara McCaslin
Machine-readable vs. Human-readable Data

Machine-readable vs. Human-readable Data

Industrial manufacturers use two main data types—machine-readable and human-readable—to analyze for maintenance, monitoring, or other applications.


DENSO Invests in Start-up to Deploy New Additive Manufacturing Technology

DENSO Invests in Start-up to Deploy New Additive Manufacturing Technology

Together using digital technology, the two companies are hoping to rapidly advance manufacturing for components that exist in nearly every vehicle on the road today.


News Jul 20, 2021 by Ben Stepanian
Future-proofing and Future Trends in IoT and IIoT

Future-proofing and Future Trends in IoT and IIoT

Dive into the importance of future-proofing IoT technologies, and future trends to keep in mind.


CNH Industrial Acquires Raven Industries to Enhance Autonomous and Precision Agriculture Technology

CNH Industrial Acquires Raven Industries to Enhance Autonomous and Precision Agriculture Technology

CNH Industrial is set to acquire Raven Industries, a US-based agriculture technology company, for 2.1 billion USD.


News Jul 20, 2021 by Nancy Chenyizhi Liu
United Electronic Industries (UEI) and Real-Time Innovations (RTI) Create Control Platform for Aerospace Industry

United Electronic Industries (UEI) and Real-Time Innovations (RTI) Create Control Platform for Aerospace Industry

UEI and RTI have partnered to create an integrated avionics Future Airborne Capability Environment (FACE) solution.


News Jul 19, 2021 by Seth Price