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Both wired and wireless networks have been undergoing a significant evolution during the past decade, enabling greater opportunities to those who leverage the advancements in the next one.

There is an increasing recognition that an integrated cybersecurity approach is required for an entire manufacturing and production company. Many manufacturing companies are realizing with the integration of IT, OT, automation and other functions that designating one leader responsible for all cybersecurity for the company is most effective.

In this monthly column, 2020 International Society of Automation (ISA) President Eric Cosman encourages members to get more involved.

The ISA Global Cybersecurity Alliance (ISAGCA) shares 5 articles about automation cybersecurity from July 2020.

The latest marine automation systems can improve vessel connectivity, enhance efficiency, and improve safety and competitiveness by reducing the number of on-board crewmembers required to operate vessels safely and in compliance with maritime laws and regulations.

The Women in Manufacturing Association (WiM) will hold its 10th annual SUMMIT on September 28 – October 1, 2020 in a virtual format. The virtual conference will harness the latest in technology to deliver the content and interactive experiences for which WiM conferences are known.

The partnership will allow both companies to further align with the needs of the growing Australian defense sector for embedded computing applications.

More fully digital soft starters have been added to the AutomationDirect drives and motor controls lineup.

ADISRA SmartView is a complete human machine interface (HMI) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) package, designed specifically for machine builder OEMs and discrete part manufacturers so they can develop effective interfaces for monitoring and analyzing machine operation and overall status.

In this session, five industry leaders from Dell Technologies, Intel, and Siemens will discuss the opportunities and challenges in digital adoption in manufacturing, from a convergent IT and OT perspective.

By Bill Lydon Time synchronization and accelerate the continued integration of Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) groups. This trend has been facilitating changes in organizational structures, and the creation, in many cases, of integrated IT/OT groups.

The partnership reinforces ForwardX’s ability to address customer pain points and deliver solutions across increasingly competitive industries.

As a 30-year business executive, Geiger has held multiple executive leadership roles across supply chain and technology for Walmart, Walmart International, and Sam's Club. His expertise covers all aspects of supply chain management, including sourcing, inventory, transportation, logistics, and automation. Geiger is currently the Chief Supply Chain Officer for Trimark USA.

The prize, which is usually awarded during the opening of the WomenPower career conference, became part of the digital event after the corona pandemic caused the cancellation of HANNOVER MESSE. Engineer Powerwoman 2020 marks the eighth time that Deutsche Messe is honoring a pioneer in the STEM field who through her commitment, her ideas and her work promotes technical innovation within her company.

Through this agreement, both SAP and Siemens will be able to complement and integrate their respective offerings in order to offer customers solutions for product lifecycle management (PLM), supply chain, service and asset management.

Sensor Technology has harnessed the phenomenon of SAW or Raleigh waves, which were first observed over 100 years ago and which form a major part of the destructive force of an earthquake.

Verified hardware and software enhance interoperability and allow faster time to production.

Linear Variable Inductance Transducers (LVITs) from Alliance Sensors Group convert the linear displacement of an object into a proportional electrical signal output of 0-10V or 4-20mA (depending on model).

This Festo system is ideal for Front Opening Unified Pod (FOUP) applications by maintaining a consistent, low-particle nitrogen supply. It is the latest Festo innovation for automation in the semiconductor industry.

The LGA35 series comes with stroke lengths of 19.05 mm and 36.1 mm. For customized designs, nine further thread pitches up to 9.75 mm and stroke lengths of up to 63.5 mm are available.