Manufacturing and Automation - Articles, Stories & Interviews
Upgrading for Industry 4.0: How Siemens S7-1500 Migration Solves Hidden Legacy Challenges and Why Modern Manufacturing Can’t Afford to Wait
This article explains why migration to the S7-1500 platform is becoming urgent, the hidden challenges engineers face during transition, and how modern PLC architecture supports Industry 4.0 readiness, improved reliability, and long-term performance.
Driving Performance Improvement on the Shop Floor with Production Data
One of my favorite customer lines is, “I need parts, not charts.” And that really captures what Datanomix is about: helping manufacturers solve real business problems by clearly showing what’s happening on their shop floor.
Rugged Surface Pro xCase with Badge Readers Elevates Workforce Safety & Mustering for Umicore
When global materials technology and recycling leader Umicore set out to modernize employee tracking and emergency mustering processes, they turned to Savance Workplace for a customized digital workforce management solution.
Discovering Manufacturing Bottlenecks Through AI and Machine Learning Analysis
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Manufacturing slowdowns come from many sources. That diversity makes it challenging for executives to identify the top causes without help. Well-trained AI and machine learning algorithms can analyze the data and recommend suggestions for improvement.
2025 Top Article - Common Misconceptions Manufacturers have about AI
With over 25 years of experience advising mid-market companies, Ghori provides a grounded yet progressive-looking take on where manufacturers should focus, what misconceptions to avoid, and how to get started without overhauling everything.
2025 Top Article - AUTOMATION IS UNLOCKING THE FUTURE OF AM SERVICES
In this article, I want to dive into the role automation plays in the approach to AM services, highlighting the benefits it delivers to customers, how it drives operational efficiency, and why it’s essential for the future of this industry.
2025 Top Article - Monitoring Tools for Manufacturing Plant Maintenance
Electrical power delivery systems are usually the most impactful on plant operation. The cost of failure of certain pieces of equipment can quickly escalate into multi-millions of dollars of equipment replacement costs and production downtime.
Manufacturing and Automation - Featured Stories
How private 5G empowers manufacturers to maximize AI use cases
While Wi-Fi networks have historically met the basic wireless connectivity needs of some manufacturing operations, they increasingly fall short in more complex, high-demand industrial environments.
Beyond the Device: The Real Drivers of Industrial Mobility
Accessories don’t just complement rugged devices, they complete them. They turn durability into productivity, resilience into results, and hardware into workflow platforms.
Why B2B IAM Is Essential for Modern Manufacturing
VPN access is widely used without strong safeguards regarding whether those users should be trusted or what they’re entitled to access. Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting VPN setups.
Manufacturing and Automation - News Headlines
New eBook from Mouser Provides an Engineering Guide to RF Design and Applications
The eBook delves into key radio frequency (RF) design topics ranging from signal chain fundamentals and antenna selection to testing, certification, and digital integration.
FUGO Precision 3D and Graphy Forge Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Advanced Material Integration Ahead of LMT 2026 Launch
Spark Factory Goes Live with DeSL's End-to-End PLM Solution
The implementation includes several key DeSL modules: Line Planning, Workspaces, Fast Product Management (FPM), Tech Packs, Fast Tech Pack Management (FTM), and POM Templates, Adobe Illustrator Plug-in, Critical Path/Request for Development (RFD), and Internal Discussion Threads. All designed to connect design, development, and production in one streamlined digital environment.
Packaging Recycling Summit will be held June 15-17, 2026 at the Loews Chicago O'Hare Hotel, Rosemont, Illinois.
Call for Speakers Now Open: Industry Leaders Invited to Share Expertise on Designing the Circular Future
From Idea to Print: Creality SPARKX i7 Debuts at CES 2026 for Everyday Creators
The showcase highlighted Creality's latest progress in intelligent, AI-enabled fabrication, demonstrating how advanced 3D creation technologies are becoming more accessible, intuitive, and closely aligned with everyday creative use cases.
Manufacturing and Automation - Featured Product
Rapid Prototyping with the Modular Motor Series
Quick to configure. Quick to build. Quick to deliver. Parvalux understands the importance of getting product in the hands of customers quickly and efficiently. The Modular Range does just that allowing customers to configure their own solution, selecting motor and gearbox, adding encoders and brakes to create a solution perfectly suited for their specific applications such as conveyor belt systems, picking systems, parcel sorting equipment, pallet shuttles and automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS). Read our modular range guide for specifics.
Manufacturing and Automation - Featured Company
Teledyne FLIR
Teledyne FLIR designs, develops, manufactures, markets, and distributes technologies that enhance perception and awareness. We bring innovative sensing solutions into daily life through our thermal imaging, visible-light imaging, video analytics, measurement and diagnostic, and advanced threat detection systems. Teledyne FLIR offers a diversified portfolio that serves a number of applications in government & defense, industrial, and commercial markets. Our products help first responders and military personnel protect and save lives, promote efficiency within the trades, and innovate consumer-facing technologies. Teledyne FLIR strives to strengthen public safety and well-being, increase energy and time efficiency, and contribute to healthy and intelligent communities.
