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Are Virtual Assistants Headed to the Plant Floor?
Intelligent agent technology promises to boost operations and engineering efficiencies by delivering ready access to critical data and encouraging more natural interactions with industrial equipment.
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Modular Machine Maximizes Production With Linear Transport Technology
Workforce
Resourcing the new OT Ecosystem
OEE
Documenting Your Manufacturing Ecosystem
OEE
The MESA Smart Manufacturing Model for 2020
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OEE Simplicity
Vorne unveils a new version of its XL Productivity Appliance, adding automated alerts and labor tracking to its visual display scoreboard and dashboards.
OEE
Remaking Industrial Equipment Manufacturing
The constant introduction of new technologies is blurring industry boundaries, leaving some industrial equipment manufacturers struggling to keep up in the transition. Learn the steps that a few companies are taking to ensure they don't get left behind.
IIoT
What is the new OT Ecosystem all About?
As disruptive technologies continue to shape automation, not using them to leverage your organization is detrimental. Joe Perino explains how the New OT Ecosystem can help organizations take advantage of these technologies.
OEE
The Benefits of Bringing in a Partner for Assessment and Project Planning
When it comes to operational improvements, tight time constraints can be a problem. A partner who can help get some long-forgotten initiatives off the ground may be the key to hitting your operational goals.
OEE
Optimizing the Performance of Your Assets
What role does the machine builder play in optimizing the ongoing operation of industrial machinery? Perhaps not enough.
Robotics
How to Safely Implement Collaborative Robots
As collaborative robots continue to be introduced in manufacturing, some key safety hazards need to be addressed before collaborative robots can be safely implemented on the line.
Plant Maintenance
How Developing a Batching System’s Phases Is all About Balance
There are a lot of parts to be aware of when developing a flexible batching system. However, if you want to ensure operational efficiency, developing well-balanced phases is the most integral piece.
Factory
Harting Highlights Software and Single Pair Ethernet
Noting a shift in its approach to incorporate data communication related software, Harting also announces the formation of a network of companies committed to advancing the development and application of single pair Ethernet technology.
Factory
How IO-Link Benefits OEMs and End Users
Already popular in Europe, the IO-Link industrial communication technology is reportedly growing by double digits in the U.S. Learn why this point-to-point data communication method is increasingly preferred across industry for delivering device data.
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Implementing Modern Technology to Reduce Downtime Troubleshooting
Introducing the newest technology to your facility may come with a steep learning curve, but the benefits are especially large when it comes to a reduction in downtime troubleshooting.
OEE
Emerson Releases Asset Monitoring Edge Device
The new AMS Asset Monitor edge analytics device is designed to increase asset visibility and provide predictive analytics.
Data
Load Sensing by Light
SKF Fiber Optic Sensing uses optical fibers to measure forces in real time in difficult environments and without electronics.
OEE
Epson Rolls Out Moverio Assist to Help Field Technicians
Using smart glasses for hands-free remote access, on-site personnel can see instructions and videos while collaborating with remote experts.
OEE
Joint Venture Targets Asset Reliability for Oil and Gas Value Chain
The joint venture launched in June by Baker Hughes and artificial intelligence specialist C3 has released its first product, BHC3 Reliability, a software application focused on predictive maintenance in oil and gas.
OEE
Network Resiliency on the Manufacturing Floor
Unplanned downtime is a significant detriment to any business. In order to make sure that processes remain uninterrupted, consider implementing these resiliency protocols when designing your industrial network infrastructure.
IIoT
Combining IIoT and AI to Elevate Machine Health
Augury’s Halo platform—a turnkey offering that combines sensors, artificial intelligence, and vibration experts—can diagnose the “acoustic footprint” of a machine, flagging a problem before it impacts performance.
IIoT
Air Products Extends Business with Cloud-Based Services
By connecting equipment in the field to to its own ProcessMD platform using Siemens Mindsphere, Air Products has been able to deliver its expertise to customers to help them reduce downtime and energy costs.
Data
Epson Expands Industrial Automation Reach
Extending its high-speed, high-precision technologies across a range of price points, Epson is positioning itself to be a major player in small part handling robots, vision, and feeder systems.
Motion
DuPont Improves Valve Monitoring and Maintenance
Using Siemens Valve Monitoring App, DuPont has been able to optimize its valve maintenance procedures and enable its Fayetteville, N.C., plant to move from reactive to condition-based and predictive maintenance.
OEE
Version Control Helps Keep the Steel Flowing
Auvesy’s versiondog software has been instrumental in the ability of Tata Steel Europe’s maintenance department to reduce downtime and improve efficiencies across its units.
Software
How 3D Printing Is Changing Production Models
Additive manufacturing is no longer just for prototypes. Its increasing popularity and technical capabilities have pushed it into position to change the way manufacturers manage their spare parts inventory.
OEE
On-Site CNC Maintenance Program
The CNC Total Care Package Service helps maintain Mitsubishi’s M800 Series, but it also supports CNC products including the M600 Series.
