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Siemens upgrades Ruggedcom Elan software suite
Elan enables protocol conversion and data concentration within SCADA networks. The latest version 8.5 offers enhanced usability and even greater stability. -
Cyber-Securing Critical PLC Assets for Best IoT Results
By Dr. Alex Tarter, Ultra Electronics, 3eTI Security is too often an afterthought with many embedded systems. This article considers emerging cyber security concerns and best practices for companies that rely on embedded devices for their day-to-day operations. -
Sharp Electronics names Rajant as partner in Roboalliance program
Rajant makes mobile, scalable and highly reliable kinetic wireless mesh network technology, which provides an always connected communications network so critical applications can be accessed in real time. -
Honeywell Leaps Ahead with Digital Transformation Unit
By Bill Lydon, Editor The rapid rise of the cloud and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) has spurred dozens of companies to harness the new technologies and drive the evolution of the manufacturing industry. In this article, Bill talks with Honeywell about their approach to IIoT and innovation -
Is Public/Private Cooperation the Model to Help Solve the Cyber Security Problem?
By Glen Whitley, Georgia Department of Economic Development Protecting digital information has never been more of a priority for governments, businesses, families and individuals. This article discusses the arms race between those who are seeking to illegally access cyber information and those attempting to safeguard it -
Industrial Internet of Things Case Study: Drives commissioning from anywhere
To get access to their drives systems remotely, Newton Tesla had been looking for a remote management system for some time. They turned to Netbiter to establish a secure data tunnel to their PLCs -
HIMA names Alexander Horch as Head of Development
The new Head of Development is a Certified Project Management Professional (PMP®) of the PMI, and Certified Automation Professional (CAP®) of the ISA. -
Epicor acquires Dot Net IT to expand cloud offerings
The acquisition is expected to strengthen the Epicor sales, services and support team globally, and brings cloud-based, add-on solutions that extend the company's enterprise resource planning (ERP) portfolio. -
Will IT and OT Converge?
By Bob McIlvride, Skkynet For decades, the world of Information Technology (IT) has been evolving separately from the Operational Technology (OT) world. Yet now, increasing demands within the enterprise are starting to force them to cooperate, and possibly even live under one roof. -
Rockwell Automation to host TechED event in Orlando, 12-17 June
TechED will feature over 170 hands-on labs, technical sessions and discussion forums where attendees can learn about the latest techniques and technology to maximize their manufacturing and production operations, while earning professional development hours. -
Industrial Automation BEIJING 2016: Solid growth for Chinese smart manufacturing
The International Intelligent Manufacturing Conference, on Wednesday, May 11, compared China’s “Made in China 2025”, Germany’s “Industry 4.0” and the United States’ “Industrial Internet” initiatives. -
Expect Restrained Growth in Industrial Cybersecurity Spending
By: Brian Arbuckle, IHS Technology The total market for industrial cybersecurity products reached $782 million in 2015 and is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.8 percent to reach $1.8 billion in 2020 -
Is IIoT Security a Showstopper? 4 Move-Forward Tips from Industry Experts
While manufacturers should remain vigilant about security in building an IIoT strategy, it should not prevent moving forward. Four solution providers who will exhibit at Industrial Automation North America 2016 offered these recommendations -
Book Excerpt + Author Q&A: Industrial Data Communications
The book Industrial Data Communications is designed to help you understand legacy and more advanced systems deployed in industrial automation environments. -
Cybersecurity Strategy at Ford: IT & Automation Cooperation
Mike Bastian, Global Controls Manager at Ford, shared the motivations behind their cybersecurity strategy, as well as defined 7 systems which are essential for reliable operations and keeping production running smoothly. -
CMR Group launches Process Automation division in the Philippines
Trading as CMRP Automation Inc., the operation will be based in Makati City, Manila providing design, engineering support, installation and commissioning services to the process industries sector in the Philippines, Singapore and SEA region. -
Cybersecurity: Overcoming Challenges of Protecting Industrial Automation and Control Systems (IACS)
By Carolyn Crandall, Attivo Networks The implementation of a cyber security plan to protect critical industrial automation and control systems (IACS), or SCADA systems, is a cornerstone of ensuring the availability of infrastructure assets and company information. -
NC Army National Guard honors ISA for providing industrial cybersecurity training at Cyber Shield 2016
ISA was selected by the National Guard to provide hands-on industrial cybersecurity training in support of Cyber Shield 2016. More than 1,000 soldiers across all branches of the military participated in the event at Camp Atterbury, Indiana. -
Securing Industrial Wireless Networks
By Divya Venkataraman, Rockwell Automation Given the unique risks that wireless communications face – which include the interception and monitoring of data, wireless frame spoofing, and denial-of-service attacks – security is absolutely essential. This article goes more in depth on securing industrial wireless networks -
Westermo releases version 1.4 of the WeConfig network configuration tool
WeConfig is designed to simplify the initial installation and configuration of single or multiple Westermo devices, improving network management efficiency. WeConfig 1.4 also features enhanced functionality to bolster cyber security.
