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Type: Blog
Section: Automation
Workforce
Public perception of manufacturing appears to be changing
The latest survey from Leading2Lean discovered that Gen Z is more interested in manufacturing as a career than Millennials, signaling the start of a new workforce.
August 30, 2019
Public Perception of Manufacturing Appears to Be Changing
IIoT
Achieving Energy Efficiency Through Industry 4.0
Examining the installation of IoT technology in a pharmaceutical production environment can help illustrate how IoT can aid energy conservation efforts, provide predictive analytics for machine and manufacturing processes, and help pharma companies reach ISO 50001 targets.
August 30, 2019
Craig Correia, Director of LifeTech & Process Industries, Festo
IIoT
5 Essential Security Features for Control, Edge, and IIoT Systems
Regardless of the connected automation device you’re looking to install, key security features to look for include network interfaces, firewalls, data communication options, encryption and certificate management, and user accounts.
August 29, 2019
Benson Hougland, Vice president of marketing and product strategy, Opto 22
Software
Resolution, Accuracy, Precision: What’s the Difference?
When it comes to selecting encoders for motion control applications, the terms resolution, accuracy, and precision are often used interchangeably. However, they mean very different things and understanding the difference can be critical to your application.
August 29, 2019
This image shows several encoder disks: lower resolutions are on the left and higher resolutions are on the right.
Software
Don’t Wait to Migrate Your Aging PLCs and HMIs
As systems, interfaces, and technology age, the chance of something going wrong rises and the chance of manufacturer support gets lower. Modernization and migration of these items is key to making sure everything operates smoother.
August 29, 2019
Jack Fillenwarth, Panacea
Software
The benefits of batch recipe lifecycle management
It might seem appealing to use custom programming for recipe management, but that can come with problems. A batch management package can reduce risk and help get products to market much quicker.
July 24, 2019
The Benefits of Batch Recipe Lifecycle Management
IIoT
It’s the age of the adaptive machine
The next frontier in packaging equipment is the adaptive machine, where machines are able to adapt to each product instead of running batches that conform to a fixed setup.
June 13, 2019
Pat Reynolds, Packaging World
IIoT
Planning for digital transformation
All industries are feeling the pressure to transform digitally. But careful planning is critical for organizations to reap massive, game-changing benefits.
June 11, 2019
Paul Miller, ARC Advisory Groupl
Workforce
The struggle for employee recruitment and retention goes on
In order to prosper, our industry must find more creative ways to attract and retain staff. And it isn’t always about the money.
June 4, 2019
Joyce Fassl, editor-in-chief, ProFood World
Security
The Pros and Cons of Smart Instruments
Automation World has launched its new podcast series aimed at answering reader questions. The first question addressed in the series focuses on the difference between smart and traditional instruments, as well as concerns about smart instrument cybersecurity.
May 7, 2019
Automation World has launched its new podcast series aimed at answering reader questions. The first question addressed in the series focuses on the difference between smart and traditional instruments, as well as concerns about smart instrument cybersecur
Software
Blockchain for food: A solution for supply chain transparency issues?
The shared, immutable ledger database is in the spotlight as a potential tool to improve transparency and better facilitate recalls.
April 5, 2019
Jeffrey Barach explains how blockchain may be a more thorough, accurate and timely solution for traceability in the food supply chain.
Workforce
Why leadership support of continuous improvement is essential
If the hearts and minds of your employees are not truly engaged, you might find them looking for the next best opportunity.
April 4, 2019
Joyce Fassl explains how even when companies find and recruit new employees, they still struggle with retaining them.
Processing Equipment
Putting smart manufacturing into strategic perspective
Though it might seem trivial what you call it—smart manufacturing, Industrial Internet of Things, digital manufacturing, etc.—or how you position it, it’s important to decide how the technologies and terms fit together.
March 1, 2019
John Clemons explains as smart manufacturing visions are formed, executives will need to discuss and decide how all the technologies and terms fit together to drive their companies’ unique competitive advantage.
Software
AR tool aids machine maintenance
Augmented reality concepts bring electrical schematics to the operators' fingers by scanning a bar code with a tablet.
February 25, 2019
Aurizon's rotary ultrasonics tooling on Detla Systems' Eagle flow wrapper allows for better control when adjusting speed levels.
Workforce
Simulation-based training
Simutech Multimedia's online training program teaches users of all skill levels how to properly troubleshoot circuits.
February 25, 2019
Simutech Multimedia introduced an online training program to teach users how to safely troubleshoot circuits without damaging the equipment.
Software
Actionable data collection remains as the holy grail
Strategic decision-making depends on a single, reliable infrastructure that unifies data silos and a single source of operational insights.
February 22, 2019
Joyce Fassl, Editor-in-Chief, explains how optimizing data use can solve many of the industry's biggest problems.
Workforce
The value of risk assessment
OEMs and CPGs learn how to get the most from Packsafe/designSafe software.
February 18, 2019
Fred Hayes, director of technical services at PMMI shares his insight for becoming knowledgable in risk assessment.
Software
Six steps to supporting an automation system
When you find yourself trying to get a broken system up and running again, going through the troubleshooting process systematically can help. Here’s a six-step process.
January 7, 2019
Ed Miller of Avanceon shares his six steps when troubleshooting an issue in an automation system.
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