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Automation Trends and M&A Insights

In a recent presentation to the Measurement, Control and Automation Association (MCAA), Alex Chausovsky and I delved into the current macroeconomic situation, the role of automation, and the dynamics of mergers and acquisitions in the sector.

The State of IoT and Edge Technology Development

The latest Eclipse Foundation survey reveals technology development trends around edge computing, artificial intelligence and security and shows that control logic is still more...

Investor Insights on Industrial Automation

As we head into 2024, the Bundy Group shares its thoughts on what will be important for industrial business owners and executives in the near term.
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Manufacturing Technology Orders Move Up

Driving the increase are job shops increasing capacity and OEMs purchasing specialized machinery.
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Current State of Automation Buyer and Investor Sentiment

Through a combination of meetings at industry events and a survey, Bundy Group has gauged current buyer and financial sponsor support around automation industry investments.
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Turck Names New CEO

Aurelio Banda has been named president and chief executive officer of Turck USA.
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How to Craft a Smart Manufacturing Business Case

Identifying the benefits and costs of smart manufacturing to demonstrate return on investment.
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A Seller’s Perspective on Automation Investing

In my previous column, I explored the reasons behind the growth of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the automation market from a buyer’s perspective. In this column, I’ll look...

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E-Commerce Tech Giant Enters the Industrial Technology Space

With its new AWS Supply Chain and Monitron predictive maintenance products, Amazon extends its reach into the industrial marketplace.
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Which Production Metrics Should I Track?

How manufacturers should assess their operations to figure out which metrics to track with MES software.
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Industry Shapes the Future of Automation

Companies such as Pfizer, Shell, ExxonMobil, and Intel show the value of automation and where it’s headed through their use of specific technologies.
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Comparing Soft Starters and Variable Frequency Drives

Tri Tech Automation’s Jacob Becker explains the key differences and functionality overlaps between variable frequency drives (VFDs) and motor soft starters as well as how to determine...