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    New research from IFS indicates that as many as 67% of food and beverage manufacturers are considered digital laggards when it comes to addressing cyber threats. Learn how a combination of cloud security, AI-driven planning and localization strategies can transform vulnerable supply chains.
    This SCADA system allows users to monitor production and run simulations for training operators.
    HMI and SCADA systems are increasingly integrating IIoT devices, migrating to hybrid-cloud architectures and preparing for AI capabilities. These emerging trends are reshaping...
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    Schneider Electric's CTO for industrial automation reveals how the company’s collaboration with Microsoft on its new Industrial Copilot can help reduce engineering development...
    Dean Elkins, senior director of robotics and vision at Gray AES.
    It’s critical to understand the basic steps involved in an automation roadmap. Whether your project involves IT or OT upgrades, new PLCs, or robots and autonomous vehicles, the...
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    All industrial sites can struggle with “gray work" caused by the need to gather data from disconnected systems. The nuclear industry’s use of low-code software shows how this ...
    Randy Otto
    Magnum’s controls integration engineers use AI for research, brainstorming and validation while maintaining human oversight for core code development and to ensure the prioritization...
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    As use of digital technologies increases in manufacturing environments, protecting both physical operations and network infrastructure becomes a critical business priority.
    Dan Glatt, PE, PMP, Huffman Engineering
    When executing any project, methodology will only take you so far. Ultimately, it comes down to robust communication, schedule alignment, budget awareness, solid planning and ...

    Products

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    B&R shows adaptive solutions for laboratory operations at SLAS 2025
    2003np Fci
    FCI's Gas Master Sensor for the ST80 Series flow meters delivers accurate, repeatable gas flow measurement in the presence of even more moisture and condensation droplets.
    2003np Alliancesensors
    The LV-45 linear position sensors from Alliance Sensors Group are specifically designed for measuring applications requiring rugged devices.
    SKF Fiber Optic Sensing uses optical fibers to measure forces in real time in difficult environments and without electronics.
    SKF Fiber Optic Sensing uses optical fibers to measure forces in real time in difficult environments and without electronics.

    Videos

    PLZ Digital Transformation Short
    Learn how PLZ is digitally transforming its brownfield facilities with its digital transformation strategy around improving safety and product quality, increasing productivity...
    AI copilots
    Industrial AI copilots leverage LLM AI, but are trained on specific system data, providing tailored insights for operators and engineers.
    Purdue Model Relevancy
    New visions for the Purdue Model are helping it bridge the gap between manufacturing OT and IT.
    Automation World MES Application Insights
    At Maple Leaf Foods, MES served as the centerpiece of an Internet of Things initiative.

    Downloads

    Awfaq3 Cybersecurity R2
    Learn how to protect your company against bad cyber actors.