HomeFactoryIIoTJourdan's Test ArticleJourdan's Test ArticleMar 12th, 2018Jourdan's Test ArticleIIoTAccessing the Far Regions of AutomationAs more organizations invest in remote access capabilities, providing information technology support can come with a few issues when it comes to troubleshooting and connectivity.IIoTGuidance on Industrial Blockchain UseThe Industrial Internet Consortium releases a white paper that provides direction on the use of blockchain applications for Industrial Internet of Things applications.IIoTTechnology Matters: IIoT Missteps, Cybersecurity Readiness, and Volkswagen's Industrial CloudAutomation World explores a new report that outlines key steps around the Industrial Internet of Things many manufacturers overlook, how to assess your cybersecurity readiness, and why Volkswagen created an automation app store for its plants.HomeBanner Engineering Launches Business UnitBanner Engineering launches new business unit, SmartSolutions, featuring easy-to install, integrated, and customizable IIoT kits of its sensors, wireless solutions, and LED lighting.IIoTVolkswagen Looks to the Cloud for Productivity GainsThe open Industrial Cloud initiative at Volkswagen is expanding to include multiple new manufacturing and technology partners in an app store-like approach to boost Volkswagen’s production operations.HomeCompressed Air Measurement Helps Reduce Energy UseInstalling Festo’s E2M energy efficiency modules helped medical device and pharmaceutical manufacturers tackle their environmental footprint, not only saving money but using the data to provide predictive maintenance as well.IIoTThe Smart Businesses Guide to Intelligence at the Edge and IIOTTechnology that enables business continuity and agility in every condition is essential today and into the future.IIoTDesigning Fault-Tolerant IIoT SystemsCombine MQTT with industrial broker software and Sparkplug B compatible devices to create a foundation for mission-critical IT/OT systems.IIoTIndustry 4.0: Thriving Through TransformationAs the global pandemic continues, manufacturers should look towards Industry 4.0 technology as a way to operate at optimal performance and keep its workforce safe and healthy.IIoTDigital Transformation for Small and Medium ManufacturersSmall and medium manufacturers have largely been hesitant to make the transition to a smart manufacturing system due to concerns over the cost and time investment. However, those hesitations may not actually be true when the implementation is done right.IIoTNext-Generation AndonThe ‘Christmas-tree’ stack lights of yore are all grown up. Thanks to the rise of smart communication technologies, today’s Andon systems are IIoT- and intelligent-messaging-enabled indicators of real-time shop-floor KPI performance.SponsoredCheck out The Cobot Spot from Universal RobotsLooking for automation solutions for packaging and palletizing? This is your destination for all things cobot. Whether it’s webinars, video case studies or product information, you’ll find it all in this one spot.IIoTHow Aveva Insights is Used in Schneider Electric's Batam FactoryLearn how Aveva Insights software is used to monitor machine operating parameters and send alerts if operating parameters are not within set levels. Also see how machines are retrofitted for IIoT with plug-and-play sensors and edge computing technology.IIoTEnterprise Connectivity and Home Version Announced for IgnitionThe Ignition software platform from Inductive Automation can now connect more easily to SAP ERP systems; also a personal home version of the software is available for the maker community.HomeBosch Updates Industry 4.0 Software to Digitalize ManufacturingAlong with its launch of the second release of the Nexeed Industrial Application System, Bosch has rolled out a ‘Manufacture #LikeABosch’ campaign to raise awareness for industrial digitalization.IIoTDoosan Bobcat Moves from Paper-Based to Digital ProductionImplementation of FactoryTalk InnovationSuite is helping Doosan Bobcat create a five-year technology advancement program to take its operations digital and enable data-driven decision-making at all levels.IIoTIs The Digital Transformation Changing Industry’s Approach to Quality?An update to the Automation World survey on the use of automation for quality inspections detects some surprising changes in the era of digitalization. Quality may be becoming associated more with process feedback than classical inspection technologies.IIoTDigital Twin Consortium FoundedAnsys, Dell, and Microsoft are among the founding members of a new consortium created to develop standard terminology and reference architectures around digital twin technology, in addition to sharing use cases across industries.COVID-19Where the Pandemic Is Impacting AutomationThough it’s still too early to tell for certain, distinct technology areas—ranging from 5G, cloud/edge, and artificial intelligence to articulated robots—are expected to grow significantly in response to the business impacts of COVID-19.CommunicationFDT Group Releases Data Exchange Standard for Next-Gen AutomationThe new FDT 3.0 standard and developer toolkits are secure, scalable and platform-independent, enabling remote access to device and network data across the enterprise without PLC/DCS host intervention.
