Manufacturing and Automation - Articles, Stories & Interviews
Smart Automation: How AGVs and AMRs Help Manufacturers Manage Rising Costs
The time is now to invest in scalable, cost-efficient automation deployments, keeping in mind the importance of power and data delivery solutions that support consistent, productive operations.
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.
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
AI for Product Data Management: A Key Component for Smarter Manufacturing
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AI improves data quality by reducing errors and inconsistencies introduced by manual intervention. Manual errors may not seem like a huge deal, but they can easily disrupt time-to-market or channel accuracy.
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.
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.
Manufacturing and Automation - News Headlines
Datalogic Launches Smart Vision Suite for Retail: The Industry's First All-in-One Embedded AI Software Solution for Real-Time Loss Prevention at Checkout
Datalogic, a global leader in automatic data capture and industrial automation, proudly announces the launch of Smart Vision Suite for Retail, a new AI-driven portfolio of software solutions designed to enhance loss prevention and checkout efficiency in retail environments, directly embedded in the updated Magellan™ 9600i and 9900i scanner platforms.
Challenging Weather and Lighting Conditions Prove No Problem for the New Flir FCB-Series AI Infrared Analytics Camera
New Thermal Sensor with Deep-Learning Video Analytics Safeguards Locations by Detecting, Tracking and Analyzing All Perimeter Breaches.
Altech Announces Tough, IP67 Enclosures With Unique Seal System for Harsh Environments
These rugged, UL- and CSA-approved units are made from high-quality, lightweight polycarbonate and feature a unique "Drain Protect" seal system to protect against most environmental influences.
IDS enters 2026 with strong momentum
Clear growth targets and a 3-year manufacturer's warranty
Youngstown Innovation Hub Solicits White Papers on IP Generation & Technology Development
Funded through the Youngstown Innovation Hub, the project call makes a total of $300,000 available to support regional innovation, accelerate the transition of technologies to market-ready solutions, and foster collaboration among industry, academia, and government stakeholders. Up to three awards are anticipated.
Manufacturing and Automation - Featured Product
OnLogic Karbon 520 Series of Scalable Rugged Computers
The OnLogic Karbon 520 Series of rugged computers is purpose-built to deliver unwavering performance and reliability in the face of extreme temperatures, vibration, and dynamic power conditions. Powered by the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra processors and validated by MIL-STD-810H testing, the Karbon 520 Series makes it possible to deploy dependable computing for AI at the edge, advanced automation, or critical remote and in-vehicle applications in even the most challenging environments.
Manufacturing and Automation - Featured Company
EMERSON
Emerson's industry-leading portfolio enables us to identify and confront the challenges of an increasingly complex and unpredictable marketplace from a position of strength, driving near- and long-term value as a trusted partner for our customers.
