HomeFactoryIIoTJourdan's Test ArticleJourdan's Test ArticleMar 12th, 2018Jourdan's Test ArticleIIoTNetwork Portal Targets InteroperabilityWith the release of its PCH Portal, Parker Hannifin looks to address industry’s ongoing need to integrate disparate networks and devices with a flexible network portal capable of communicating across protocols, standards, and vendors.IIoTIs the Cloud Beneficial for Small and Mid-Sized Manufacturers?Learn how manufacturers are actually using cloud computing today and how it can be leveraged for optimal application by smaller manufacturing organizations in this discussion with Brian Fenn, COO of system integration company Avanceon.IIoTEmerson Takes on Magnolia Power Plant Project in MississippiManufacturers aren’t the only adopters of Industry 4.0 technologies—the utility sector has long been active in the space as well, and the Tennessee Valley Authority has recently pledged $110 million to digitally transform its power generation fleet.IIoTEdge Computing Gets a Platform FocusRecent announcements from Siemens and Stratus Technologies/Rockwell Automation show how edge computing is evolving into a platform for broader industrial digitalization applications.IIoTVolkswagen Expands Cloud Project Beyond EuropeThe Industrial Cloud Initiative at Volkswagen, designed to streamline data gathering and analysis as well as best practice adoption, is expanding to one U.S. plant and two in Mexico.SponsoredBelden HighFlex VFD Cables Available from Digi-KeyBelden's series of UL-rated, extra flexible VFD cables provides supremely pliable, flexible constructions for use on-machines (16-8 AWG) and increases ease of installation without sacrificing any crucial elements.IIoTA New Kind of Connected FactoryAs a pandemic forces social distancing, manufacturers are using technology to stay connected, creating a new vision for how data is aggregated, shared, and acted upon to unite factories and people.IIoTMoving to a More “Open” EnvironmentDiscover how edge computing and open source software are important contributions to the successful implementation of IoT at your company.IIoTConnecting Sensors to the CloudThe “last mile” connection of lower-level plant floor devices to the cloud is the focus of a new partnership between ifm and CloudRail.IIoTPre-Project Consulting Role for SIDiscover how incorporating a System Integrator at the beginning of your automation integration process can have a vital impact on the success of your overall project.IIoTThe Connected Plant in the Digital WorldWhile most in the manufacturing industry understand the implications of a connected plant, less know why or how this shift should occur. Find out three actions your company should consider before making the transformation.IIoTAssessing Your Digital Transformation StatusFrom confronting specific industry sector issues to vision creation and analytics, there are a number of factors manufacturers should address carefully when preparing for or assessing the digitization of their operations.IIoTThe Challenge of Manufacturing Data ManagementWhat happens when automation and plant IT teams get past their differences and work together effectively? A chance for the company to outperform the competition and make progress on Industry 4.0 projects.IIoTMicrosoft Extends Industrial Focus with Expanded Rockwell Automation PartnershipThe aim of this new partnership is to connect development, operations, and maintenance teams through a “singular, trusted data environment” that extends from the edge to the cloud.IIoTDigital Transformation in Manufacturing: Small Steps or One Giant Leap?How taking three practical steps can generate short-term wins and achieve long-term success with Industrial Internet of Things technologies.IIoTBeginning the Digital Transformation ProcessIn this episode, we connect with Bill Pollock, CEO of Optimation, to explore how industrial companies are moving forward with their digital transformations. We discuss how to assess current operations, avoid common mistakes, and apply metrics.IIoTArtificial Intelligence in ManufacturingAs more artificial intelligence-enabled products come into market, learn about the roadblocks these products are creating and how OEMs are working through them.IIoTUnderstanding Virtualization for Industrial AutomationGrasping the concept of virtualization is an important factor in developing and deploying Industrial Internet of Things applications because of how virtualization enables scale, security, and portability, as well as speed and agility factors.IIoTIntel Targets Digital Transformation with New ProcessorsHighlighting the promise of the Industrial Internet of Things and Time-Sensitive Networking, Intel releases multiple new processors delivering artificial intelligence, security, functional safety, and real-time communication capabilities.IIoTAccessing 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.
