Manufacturing and Automation - Articles, Stories & Interviews

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

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.

2025 Top Article - How Industrial 3D Printing is Propelling Small and Mid-Sized Manufacturers Forward

With lower barriers to entry, small and mid-sized manufacturers have more opportunities than ever to integrate industrial 3D printing into their operations while avoiding the hurdles that once held them back.

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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

HARTING Americas Drives Global Growth with 33% Sales Increase

Global industrial connectivity manufacturer reports 17% worldwide growth and outlines key industry trends for 2026

CWC and PMMI Collaborate To Sponsor Life Cycle Assessment Framework

Two-year, ISO-aligned initiative will deliver a site-specific LCA template to help municipalities and waste operators consistently measure greenhouse gas emissions, material recovery, and circular product outputs from landfill- and incinerator-based RRG systems.

Aerotech Demonstrates Latest Advances in Motion Control for High-Precision Manufacturing Applications

Visit Booth #749 at Photonics West 2026

Emerson Named 2026 'Industrial IoT Company of the Year'

IoT Breakthrough Awards recognizes company for innovation, driving future of AI-enabled autonomous operations

PI at Photonics West: See the Latest Advancements in Nanopositioning Automation and Precision Motion Control

… in San Francisco, January 17 - 22, Booths 8517 (BIOS) / 3517 (PW) South Lobby, or visit our Tech Center in Fremont, CA.

Manufacturing and Automation - Featured Product

Elevate your manufacturing processes with data-driven insights

Elevate your manufacturing processes with data-driven insights

Join Emerson and discover how embracing a Floor to Cloud™ strategy can revolutionize your operations. This strategy integrates on-site devices and technologies with cloud analytics, providing the insights needed to enhance manufacturing efficiency, maximize workforce potential, and achieve sustainability targets. Our team of experts have a commitment to innovation and look forward to discussing your challenges to develop a customized solution.

Manufacturing and Automation - Featured Company

CSP US Inc.

CSP US Inc.

As a software manufacturer, CSP GmbH & Co. KG offers its customers bespoke solutions for the discrete manufacturing applications. This makes it easy to secure and document the quality of production processes - from development to delivery!