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Securing a Safer Foundation for AI in Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Governed Industrial AI for connected work takes the risk out of AI integration while inspiring frontline workers to work smarter. -
Are We Over-Automating? How to Decide Where Automation Actually Adds Value
The goal isn’t to automate everything that can be automated. It’s to make deliberate investments that leave the operation safer, more reliable and more productive than it was before. -
Improved Density and Flow Measurement Solutions for Silica Sand
Specialized flow meters are required to measure the density of silica sand slurry, ideally without process pipe penetrations or production interruptions during installation.
Featured Products
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Build Smarter, More Reliable Control Systems
Struggling with downtime, data complexity or scalability? The MELSEC iQ-R PLC delivers performance, diagnostics and reliability. -
Shaping Industrial Intelligence
As factories become more connected and software-defined, Factory Tomorrow Season 6 explores the technologies driving industrial automation, AI-ready infrastructure and smarter manufacturing. -
Tune In to Tech’s Hottest Topics
Inductive Automation’s Travis Cox and Thomas Burke talk with industry innovators about AI, enterprise SCADA, IT/OT convergence, MQTT, OPC UA and more on this industrial automation podcast. -
One Sensor. Multiple Modes. More Flexibility.
One sensor, multiple operating modes. SICK MultiMode devices simplify setup, boost flexibility and adapt to changing applications. -
The Next Evolution in Process Control Is Here
DeltaV™ version 16.LTS Distributed Control System (DCS) builds on decades of field-proven innovation to deliver the most robust and reliable release yet. -
Introducing the HiveMQ Industrial Data Platform
When operational data is scattered, delayed or stripped of context, teams lack the foundation needed for trusted intelligence and governed action. HiveMQ helps connect, contextualize, analyze and act on real-time industrial data.
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Ask the Automation Pros
This long-running series of discussions, curated by 2010 ISA Life Achievement Award recipient Greg McMillan, gathers responses from ISA subject-matter experts on technical topics important to industrial automation professionals, academics and students.
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ISA News and Insights
Stay up-to-date with the latest news and insights from the International Society of Automation (ISA).
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Otto Mation
Little Otto Mation was born with a rare gift called the C.A.P. (Certified Automation Professional), which is an objective assessment and confirmation of skills as an automation professional offered by the International Society of Automation (ISA). Those of us in the automation profession have studied and worked for years to earn the C.A.P. Follow the life of Otto through this unique comic series.
Automation and Control
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HIMA Australia Inaugurates New Regional Head Office in Perth
The expanded facility strengthens customer partnerships and supports growth across Australia and New Zealand. -
The Rise of Humanoid Robots Is Driving Demand Across the Cobot Supply Chain
Collaborative robot (cobot) and actuator suppliers are benefiting from the rapid growth in humanoid robot production. -
Beckhoff Hybrid Connectors for One Cable Automation Boost Flexibility and Efficiency
ECP and ENP connectors are fully compatible with DIN EN IEC 61076-2-118 and assure reliability for diverse applications. -
Introducing the HiveMQ Industrial Data Platform
When operational data is scattered, delayed or stripped of context, teams lack the foundation needed for trusted intelligence and governed action. HiveMQ helps connect, contextualize, analyze and act on real-time industrial data.
Industrial & OT Cybersecurity
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ISA Fellow Sarah Fluchs: Making Cybersecurity Accessible for Engineers
ISA Fellow Sarah Fluchs is bridging the gap between engineering and cybersecurity, making cybersecurity more accessible, proactive and measurable. -
A Look at Two Cyber Reporting Processes: EU CRA and US CIRCIA
Cyber incident reporting is entering a new phase on both sides of the Atlantic. -
Moxa Demonstrates Readiness for Cyber Resilience Act’s 24-hour Vulnerability and Incident Reporting Obligations
This regulation shifts vulnerability and incident handling from an internal practice to a legal obligation that mandates rapid detection, assessment, coordination and regulatory response. -
25 Years of Swissbit: Industrial Storage Becomes Strategic Factor
As Swissbit marks its 25th anniversary, the company sees itself well positioned for the next market phase with its own development and manufacturing expertise in Europe.
Industrial Safety
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HIMA Australia Inaugurates New Regional Head Office in Perth
The expanded facility strengthens customer partnerships and supports growth across Australia and New Zealand. -
Emerson Updates Turbomachinery Protection and Asset Health Monitoring for Safer Operations
AMS 6500 ATG version 5.0 and AMS Machine Works version 2.4 software enable continuous data streaming for deeper startup and shutdown analytics. -
ABB Modernizes Automation Systems to Extend Life of Nuclear Power Plant in Romania by 30 Years
The delivery of technology will strengthen reliable low-carbon power generation and energy security in Romania. -
Festo Brings Hazardous Area Automation to Class I, Division 2 Applications
Fieldbus connectivity improves installation, uptime and performance in hydrogen, chemical and refining applications.
Digital Transformation
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Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc. Appoints Limor Spector to Oversee Innovation Organizations Across the Americas
Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc. has appointed Limor Spector as senior vice president, Innovation, Ventures & Commercialization for the company’s key innovation organizations. -
Manufacturing AI Initiatives Face Governance and Workflow Integration Challenges
Only 58% report that all or nearly all of their data is fully governed, leaving significant gaps as manufacturers look to scale AI across factories, supply chains, enterprise applications and edge environments. -
Telxius Boosts Caribbean Connectivity and Expands Mexican Footprint with New Cancun Landing Gateway and Edge Data Center
The AI-ready carrier-neutral facility strengthens digital infrastructure in Mexico and the Caribbean interconnecting key hubs across the Americas. -
Physical AI in the Real World: Four Requirements for Reliable Robot Manipulation
When selecting the right End-of-arm tooling (EOAT) for physical AI-driven robotic applications, these four requirements are critical.
Industrial Data & Connectivity
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Manufacturing AI Initiatives Face Governance and Workflow Integration Challenges
Only 58% report that all or nearly all of their data is fully governed, leaving significant gaps as manufacturers look to scale AI across factories, supply chains, enterprise applications and edge environments. -
Introducing the HiveMQ Industrial Data Platform
When operational data is scattered, delayed or stripped of context, teams lack the foundation needed for trusted intelligence and governed action. HiveMQ helps connect, contextualize, analyze and act on real-time industrial data. -
IMI Expands Access to Advanced Asset Monitoring with SolidRed Cloud
IMI has expanded its SolidRed asset monitoring platform with a new cloud-based offering. -
Telxius Boosts Caribbean Connectivity and Expands Mexican Footprint with New Cancun Landing Gateway and Edge Data Center
The AI-ready carrier-neutral facility strengthens digital infrastructure in Mexico and the Caribbean interconnecting key hubs across the Americas.
Operations Management
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Siemens and Sparepartsnow Partner to Expand Access to Siemens’ Refurbished Automation Products
The new partnership brings refurbished Siemens automation products to the Sparepartsnow digital marketplace. -
Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc. Appoints Limor Spector to Oversee Innovation Organizations Across the Americas
Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc. has appointed Limor Spector as senior vice president, Innovation, Ventures & Commercialization for the company’s key innovation organizations. -
The Rise of Humanoid Robots Is Driving Demand Across the Cobot Supply Chain
Collaborative robot (cobot) and actuator suppliers are benefiting from the rapid growth in humanoid robot production. -
A Look at Two Cyber Reporting Processes: EU CRA and US CIRCIA
Cyber incident reporting is entering a new phase on both sides of the Atlantic.
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