2022 Top Article - General Purpose Programming Languages Are the Future for the Industrial Automation Industry and Are Overtaking Traditional PLC IEC 61131-3
IEC 61131-3 is the de facto standard in the industrial automation industry. It encompasses 5 different programming "languages". It makes designing simple programs straightforward and easy, and it does this very well.
2022 Top Article - Protect Your Factory Floor Against the Next Global Emergency with IoT
Introducing simple and effective technologies in the right ways can enable manufacturers to get more from their existing operations while also attracting and retaining talent for the long term.
2022 Top Article - The Convenience of Mobile Training Apps
It should come as no surprise to learn that employee safety has made its way into the mobile app space, too. But how could introducing an app help your organization?
Communication and Digital Transformation in the Manufacturing Space
Roadmapping operations continue to evolve, focusing more broadly on digitized procedures with an emphasis on cross-departmental communication. Businesses that are quick to adapt these digital transformations are likely to see more profitability and increased productivity.
Why Quality Engineering is Critical for the Metaverse to Live Up to Its Potential
Engineering is ultimately what will make the metaverse a more useful tool for businesses, optimizing the quality of service they offer and streamlining operations. If the metaverse is a vehicle, engineering is the fuel that drives it.
EaaS: A Catalyst for Today's Manufacturing Challenges
EaaS essentially allows users to rent machinery for a fixed period or to meet other pre-determined outputs. These innovative pay-per-use or pay-per-unit-produced business models enable providers to develop customized, user-friendly solutions.
Six Common Questions About Power Supplies - Solved!
In this Allied Expert Advice article, Altech Corporation's Automation Product Manager, Laszlo Gyorgypal, answers six common questions about power supplies to help you select the best solution for your industrial automation application.
How TuMeke's Computer Vision Improves Ergonomics in Manufacturing
3D models can be leveraged by safety professionals to explain Ergonomics concepts simply. They help employees quickly understand how their movements and posture translate into the risk of developing a Musculoskeletal Injury (MSD).
Food ERP An Investment Or An Expense
Experts believe that ERP can generate incremental value over the years. This blog discusses the costs of an ERP and the ROI calculations of the software. It goes on to debate whether ERP is an investment or an expense. Read this blog now!
New Ideas, Collaboration Help Brenton Drive Four Major Product Handling Upgrades to KW Container
This cell included four robots picking lids and packing them into one of four SKUs. This cell, encapsulated in a small footprint, also included an auto adjustable case sealer to accommodate the four different SKU boxes, a palletizer and stretch wrapper.
Remote Inspections Save Time and Increase Flexibility
Remote inspections with smart glasses bundle the know-how of specialists from various fields in only one carrier who must be on site. This saves time and costs and lowers emissions.
Increased Cloud Adoption Will Drive Greater Business Value in 2023
The Cloud is driving business value by breaking down barriers, improving collaboration, and opening new business possibilities. I expect that the trend of cloud adoption will only increase in 2023, driving a revolution in smarter decision support by manufacturers.
Total Cost of Ownership - Unwrapping the Hidden Costs of Manufacturing
When thinking about costs of a part, many engineers and purchasers tend to only have one thing in mind: production costs. Like this, new technologies such as 3D printing/AM are often seen as expensive. However, production costs are just the tip of the iceberg.
Exploring Manifold Design
Manifolds are complex parts that require several levels of expertise to optimize. At Inkbit, we are optimizing the manufacturing of manifolds that finally unlock the geometric freedom of additive manufacturing.
Competence and Awareness: How to Get Started
Regardless of where you are on the ISO journey - compliance, awareness only, registration, or simply trying to maintain your QMS after a successful audit - it is necessary to ensure that competence and awareness are kept at the forefront.
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