Automation & Control News & Articles
Lifecycle and Obsolescence Management: Extending Control System Lifespans
- by Lee Boggs
- September 4, 2025
- Feature
A modular architecture lets you upgrade compute modules while keeping I/O wiring and control logic intact, reducing disruption and extending system life.
The Importance of Maintaining P&ID Accuracy
- by André Éthier and Michel Roy
- September 4, 2025
- Feature
Piping and instrumentation diagrams need regular reviews, thorough documentation and standardization of symbols through ANSI/ISA-5.1. Here’s why.
Safety: Understanding SIL, Cpt and PFDavg
- by Mathew Merten
- September 4, 2025
- Feature
Some facts about proof test coverage and how it affects safety integrity level calculations.
In Memoriam: Ronald L. Krutz, Ph.D., PE
- by Renee Bassett
- September 4, 2025
- Opinion
Ronald L. Krutz, Ph.D., PE, CISSP, ISSEP, age 86, of Gibsonia, Pa., formerly of North Huntington, Pa., died on January 16, 2025.
JR Automation Unveils Plans for $72.8M Global Headquarters
- September 3, 2025
- News
The new HQ reflects a shared commitment to advancing smart manufacturing on a global scale.
Digital, Value-Oriented and Fit for the Future: Siemens Launches Training Year 2025
- September 3, 2025
- News
"Education is the key to innovative power, sustainable progress and social cohesion."
Sappi North America, Valmet Celebrate Successful Start-Up of Rebuilt Paper Machine 2
- September 3, 2025
- News
The machine produced its first roll of solid bleached sulphate board, marking a key milestone in Sappi’s strategic transition to packaging grades.
IOT Solutions Congress Brazil Gathers 150 Experts in Disruptive Technologies
- September 3, 2025
- News
The congress will explore how the Internet of Things can harmonize innovation, economic growth and community engagement.
Gordon Murray Group Upgrades to IFS Cloud to Power Next-Gen Automotive Innovation
- September 3, 2025
- News
The adoption of IFS Cloud is designed to scale GMG’s operations over the next five years.
Universal Robots to Power Next-Gen Laser Welding, Finishing and Plasma Cutting at FABTECH 2025
- September 3, 2025
- News
Universal Robots is set to elevate fabrication automation at FABTECH 2025 in Chicago, IL, Sept. 8-11, with a range of new pioneering cobot solutions.
COMAU Highlights AI's Potential to Promote the Development of the Industrial System at ETFA 2025
- September 15, 2025
- News
Comau presented its vision on the strategic use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the manufacturing sector at ETFA 2025.
75% of Critical Infrastructure Organizations Endorse 'Secure by Operations' Strategy to Defend Against OT Cyberattacks
- September 15, 2025
- News
Many critical infrastructure operations teams lack the strategy and solution capabilities needed to protect their OT environments.
Copia Automation Partners With Danieli Automation DIGI&MET to Drive Industrial DevOps Innovation Globally
- September 15, 2025
- News
Danieli will implement Copia's platform across its operations, marking a significant step in Danieli's commitment to innovation and efficiency.
New ANSI/A3 R15.06-2025 American National Standard for Industrial Robot Safety Now Available for Purchase
- September 15, 2025
- News
U.S. adoption of ISO 10218 sets the benchmark for safer, smarter industrial robotics worldwide.
Hitachi Accelerates Growth With U.S. Investments in Advanced Manufacturing, Electrification
- September 15, 2025
- News
Hitachi invests more than $1 billion in U.S. manufacturing and innovation, including a $457 million transformer facility in Virginia.
Wibu-Systems Powers PlantStream’s Global Growth With Secure Licensing for 3D CAD Software
- September 15, 2025
- News
CodeMeter safeguards software assets against piracy and tampering while enabling flexible licensing models.
CMC Networks Appoints Mahesh Jaishankar as Managing Director to Drive Growth of AI-Powered Connectivity Across Africa
- September 15, 2025
- News
Jaishankar brings expertise in hyperscale networking and entrepreneurship with experience spanning Google, Arc, datamena and du.
Embracing Network Segmentation for Warehouse Cybersecurity
- by Zac Amos
- September 12, 2025
- Feature
With the right strategy and tool set, warehouse managers can segment their industrial networks in three steps.
Siemens Technology Drives Maritime Innovation in Bluegame’s New Yacht Model
- September 12, 2025
- News
SENTRON ECPD technology ensures maximum safety, reliability and sustainability for the vessel.
Unified Device Integration Roadmap Solidified Following FieldComm Group and FDT Group Business Combination
- September 12, 2025
- News
Updated FDI technology specification paves the way for single device integration for process and factory automation device management.
SEMI Reports Global Semiconductor Equipment Billings Increased 24% Year-Over-Year in Q2 2025
- September 5, 2025
- News
Global semiconductor equipment billings increased 24% year-over-year to US$33.07 billion in the second quarter of 2025.
Drive Selection and Ordering Are Fast and Easy With myNORD Online Tools
- September 5, 2025
- News
NORD’s digital self-service tools offer a modern, streamlined solution for efficient, user-friendly ordering.
What to Expect at the 2025 ISA Automation Summit & Expo
- by Kara Phelps
- September 5, 2025
- News
The 2025 ISA Automation Summit & Expo, to be held in October, is shaping up to be the must-attend event for automation.
NEMA Welcomes Four New Members, Elevating Electroindustry Leadership in the Manufacturing Sector
- September 5, 2025
- News
NEMA’s member companies are ensuring that our nation’s grid, transportation and industrial systems are safe, reliable and efficient.
Wauseon Machine, Kawasaki Robotics to Showcase Tube Forming Products at FABTECH 2025
- September 5, 2025
- News
Visit Wauseon Machine and Kawasaki Robotics at booth #B15001.
Using Foundation Fieldbus Linking Devices in Industry 4.0
- by Graham Proctor
- September 4, 2025
- Feature
Foundation Fieldbus linking devices enhance industrial automation systems.
In Memoriam: H. Reed Wiegle
- by Renee Bassett
- September 4, 2025
- Opinion
H. Reed Wiegle, 81, of Glenmoore, Pa., passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at his residence.
ABB and B&R Bring Joint Automation Technologies for Brewery and Beverage to Drinktec 2025
- September 4, 2025
- News
ABB Ability BeerMaker and B&R technologies will demonstrate integrated, unified brewery plant automation.
HANNOVER MESSE 2026: How Industry Masters Change
- September 4, 2025
- News
At HANNOVER MESSE, attendees from industry will learn how companies can succeed in this phase of rapid industrial transformation.
Trilogic Systems Establishes New Facility to Meet Systems Integration Demands
- September 4, 2025
- News
The US-based site provides support for prototyping through production.
NEMA and Allied Associations Release Tariff Incentive Proposal
- September 8, 2025
- News
Electrical equipment and grid components are the backbone of America’s energy, manufacturing, grid and AI dominance priorities.
TDK Announces Tronics Is Entering Machine and Asset Health Monitoring Market With Vibration Sensor Solutions
- September 8, 2025
- News
TDK’s subsidiary, Tronics Microsystems, expands into vibration sensor solutions.
Machinery Orders Dip Against Stronger Year-Over-Year Gains
- September 8, 2025
- News
Machinery orders placed through July 2025 totaled $2.91 billion, a 14.4% increase over the first seven months of 2024.
Predictive Precision: How Vibration Monitoring and Targeted Maintenance Extend Machinery Life
- by Charly Achter
- September 8, 2025
- Feature
Predictive maintenance, driven by routine vibration measurements, plays a crucial role in extending the life of rotating machinery.
A Lasting Collaboration: Rollon Supports Skyward and the Orion Rocket at EuRoC 2025
- September 8, 2025
- News
Rollon has renewed its partnership with Skyward Experimental Rocketry, the student association of Politecnico di Milano.
Nefab Opens Southeast Hub in Braselton, Georgia, Tripling Capacity for Regional Growth
- September 8, 2025
- News
Nefab has opened a new 150,000 sq. ft. Southeast Hub to expand production and enhance regional service.
Siemens and Snowflake Enable IT/OT Convergence Across Edge and Cloud for Industrial Customers
- September 5, 2025
- News
Siemens is collaborating with Snowflake, the AI Data Cloud company, to help manufacturers unlock new levels of operational efficiency, scale and AI-driven insights.
The Real ROI of Augmented Reality in Manufacturing: Beyond the Hype
- by Hélène Motycka
- September 5, 2025
- Feature
Over the last decade, forward-thinking manufacturers have adopted AR solutions with measurable gains that go beyond aesthetics.
IFCO Opens State-of-the-Art Facility in Texas, Driving Innovation in Fresh Grocery Supply Chain
- September 5, 2025
- News
IFCO, a global leader in reusable packaging solutions for fresh food, has opened its newest service center in Mesquite, near Dallas, Texas.
IoT’s Growing Waste Crisis: Wireless Power Offers Urgent Escape Route
- by Charles Greene
- September 5, 2025
- Feature
RF-based wireless power technologies have emerged as a revolutionary alternative, offering sustainable and operationally efficient solutions.
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