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What Rockwell Automation’s 11th annual State of Smart Manufacturing Report reveals about AI, connected systems, cybersecurity, workforce readiness and the next phase of industrial...
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In this excerpt from our podcast discussion with Damantha Boteju, Configit's chief product and technology officer, we learn more about configuration lifecycle management (CLM)...
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Stefan Basenach, senior vice president of automation technology at ABB, explains how ABB's Automation Extended separates stable process control from digital capabilities, enabling...
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Insights for manufacturers on the benefits of AI vision inspection from Norfolk Southern. Using this technology, the rail company identified more than twenty-five thousand defects...
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Learn why earlier actuator selection helps automation engineers optimize machine performance, reduce redesigns and support future-ready manufacturing platforms efficiently.
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The organizations aim to create initiatives to raise awareness of OT cybersecurity risks and facilitate interorganizational technical engagement.
Aug. 26, 2026
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Industrial AI can help manufacturers prevent problems earlier, but only if engineers trust and can verify its recommendations.
Aug. 26, 2026
The PoLARIS Project aims to combine robots and AI with science to help automate experiments. One project leader answers how this is possible and what it means for robotics.
Aug. 26, 2026

Process

The API-enabled integration combines AI-powered visual inspection with Plex QMS workflows, helping manufacturers detect anomalies, reduce defects and strengthen traceability.
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A mission to shape the future of industrial automation, digital transformation, and sustainability—together.
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Company officials say the equipment is engineered to support energy savings, reliability, and performance in demanding pumping applications.
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The solution helps OT manufacturers achieve NSA compliance and get featured on the National Security Systems list.
Aug. 24, 2026

Products

New compact, high-accuracy instrument extends WT series coverage into high-voltage EV and renewable energy applications
July 31, 2026
A roundup of sensing products from AutomationDirect, Festo and more.
July 29, 2026
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Modern software is now running inside products and systems that were deployed 30 years ago.
July 28, 2026
Wago has expanded its line of TopJob S power distribution terminal blocks with a new 4-gauge input featuring a 0.5-in compact design.
July 23, 2026

Control

Modern software technologies must be highly integrated and connected to the same data sources.
June 12, 2026
Advanced MPC systems help food manufacturers optimize complex processes, reduce waste and maintain consistent product quality.
May 4, 2026
The new DeltaV Live Enterprise View allows teams to have access to live plant displays as operators see them.
May 4, 2026
Web-based SCADA platforms are transforming industrial automation by embracing agile development, DevOps workflows, and standardized architecture.
April 27, 2026

Robotics

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Reliable vision-guided automation combines 3D depth sensing, calibration, confidence rules and adaptive mechanics to deliver predictable production performance.
Aug. 25, 2026
See why digital twins and humanoid robots are helping manufacturers modernize brownfield factories without costly infrastructure upgrades or major disruptions
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Stopping foreign-made robot imports to the U.S. will slow domestic robot production.
Aug. 3, 2026
Specialized industrial robots are delivering measurable value today, proving dependable automation outperforms humanoid ambitions in real-world manufacturing environments.
July 8, 2026