New Report: Leading AI Models Score at Most 52% on Industrial Parts Questions, Reshape Automation Finds
Reshape Automation's new Industrial AI Accuracy Index 2026 tested three leading AI models, GPT-6 Astra, Claude and Gemini, on 100 questions drawn from what customers ask distributors and OEMs every day, covering parts from 14 industrial manufacturers. From memory alone, the models got 12% to 14% right. With web search, the best scored 52%. About 1 in 3 wrong answers gave a specific part number or figure with no caveat.
Tulip Brings AI to the Factory Floor at Operations Calling 2026
At Operations Calling 2026, Tulip introduced Projects, Industrial Connectivity, Governance & Scalability Suite, Factory Playback, Code based Apps, and new Frontline Deployed Engineer and Validation Accelerator services, giving manufacturers one governed record of what AI reasoned on and what people decided.
Paessler Extends Unified IT and OT Monitoring by Bringing PRTG Multi-Platform Probe to the Siemens Industrial Edge Marketplace
Operators of Siemens Industrial Edge devices can now deploy and manage the probe as a ready-to-use edge application directly from the marketplace, bringing PRTG monitoring to the machine and production line level.
VELO3D AND MEARS EXPAND CAPABILITIES WITH DEDICATED U.S. CU-NI PRODUCTION
The new system will be dedicated to copper-nickel (CuNi), giving Mears in-house capability to print parts in an alloy family that has historically been cast.
FANUC America Brings AI-Powered Robotics and Intelligent Packaging Automation to PACK EXPO International 2026
In Booth N25217, visitors will experience live demonstrations ranging from package verification and food-grade processing to integrated packaging and palletizing applications.
Flexxbotics to Showcase Platform for Manufacturing Autonomy at IFS Unleashed 2026
IFS Unleashed brings together leaders from manufacturing, aerospace and defense, energy, utilities, transportation, and other asset-intensive industries to explore how Industrial AI can deliver measurable improvements in operational performance.
DESTACO Launches New uRDH Series Universal Grippers for Demanding Industrial Automation Applications
New gripper series combines proven durability, reliability and universal mounting solutions for seamless integration across diverse applications
Emerson Extends RF Test Capabilities to New Multiport and MIMO Test Applications
New NI PXIe-5633 four-port vector network analyzer and NI PXIe-5860 vector signal transceiver synchronization capabilities help engineers scale complex RF test workflows
Panasonic Connect to Showcase Next-Generation Automation for Electronics Manufacturing at SMTA International 2026
NPM-GW brings high-capacity production, flexibility and labor-saving automation to the factory floor
6-Axis Hexapod Family Moves ½ Ton Loads with Sub-Micron Precision
PI's new H-855 modular hexapod platform combines high load capacity, sub-micron positioning performance, extended travel, and configurations optimized for speed or compact installation space
From Wafer to Package: Critical Manufacturing Brings Factory Intelligence to SEMICON West and SEMICON Europa
At both events, the company will exhibit in the Smart Manufacturing Pavilion, showcasing how its platform supports semiconductor production from wafer through package, including advanced packaging, traceability, contextualized manufacturing data, AI and factory automation.
MoistTech to Showcase Innovative IR-3000 Moisture Sensor at Pack Expo International 2026
Vist Booth #LU-7735 to See How the IR-3000 Improves Quality, Productivity, and Energy Efficiency in Food and Corrugated Production Lines
Captec Americas and Cincoze Form Strategic North American Alliance
As part of a broader global strategic agreement, the unique partnership combines the Cincoze industrial computing portfolio with Captec's engineering capabilities to support advanced industrial and specialized hardware systems.
Choosing the Right Metal AM Simulation Partner: The Questions Every Engineer Should Ask Before They Buy
Tyler Nelson, Distinguished Engineer, PanOptimization
OMNIVISION Launches New 12MP Global Shutter Sensor for Factory Automation and Intelligent Transportation Systems
New OG12S10 is a 12MP BSI GS sensor with outstanding pixel performance, delivering exceptional sensitivity and shutter efficiency for factory automation and ITS
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