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Emphasizing the Foundation: The Critical Role of Good Data in the AI Era

  • by Suranjeeta Choudhury
  • September 9, 2024
  • Feature

In the industrial sector, the advent of AI technology heralds a transformative potential like the most significant technological milestones in history. But there's an essential lesson to be drawn from the journey of Industry 4.0.

AI and Disaster Management: From Reactive to Proactive

  • by Ivan Lai
  • September 3, 2024
  • Feature

AI, combined with IoT, edge computing, cameras and sensors, is bringing about significant innovations in disaster prediction.

3t Drilling Systems Expands in India Through ONGC Deal

  • September 3, 2024
  • News

3t Drilling Systems has announced a new agreement with the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) for the provision of its simulator technology.

Enhancing Safety in Autonomous Mobile Robots

  • by Theo Kersjes
  • August 21, 2024
  • Feature

Because robots can generate large forces and move at a faster speed, they may bring certain risks, such as injuring human co-workers in an unintended collision. These risks must be carefully managed.

Machine Safety Basics: Test Pulses vs. OSSD

  • by Christopher Woller
  • June 25, 2024
  • Feature

Understanding these types of safety pulses, along with the advantages of various fieldbus and software options, will ensure your machine functions without putting anyone in harm’s way.

HIMA Group Strengthens Global Presence

  • June 21, 2024
  • News

The HIMA Group has concluded the most successful financial year in the company's history with the 2023 fiscal year.

ACHEMA 2024: HIMA Shows How the Digitalization of Functional Safety Creates Added Value in Practice

  • June 18, 2024
  • News

At ACHEMA 2024, HIMA is showcasing real world examples of the benefits of the next stage of the digitalization of functional safety.

Why Standardized Work Instructions Are Integral for Continuous Improvement

  • by Anthony Borges
  • June 5, 2024
  • Feature

Integrating Standardized Work Instructions (SWIs) onto the shopfloor leads to improved manufacturing consistency, quality, efficiency, safety, compliance and training effectiveness.

Software Programmable Controller Advances Machine Safety

  • by Jack Smith
  • May 14, 2024
  • Feature

Software-programmable safety controller with modular hardware platform uses forward-looking technologies and end-to-end data availability.

ISA to Celebrate Safety Awareness Month in June

  • May 14, 2024
  • News

Celebrate Safety Awareness Month with ISA's discounted safety products and courses for a safer workplace. Stay informed on social media for updates and savings.

Dataforth MAQ20 Modules Receive UL Certificate of Compliance for Use in Hazardous Locations

  • May 13, 2024
  • News

Dataforth Corporation’s MAQ20 Data Acquisition System has received the UL Certificate of Compliance for use in Hazardous Locations.

Åkerströms Establishes Key Partnership for Industrial Safety

  • May 13, 2024
  • News

The partnership between the two Swedish companies is another step in a long journey to commit to a safer and sustainable future achieved through technology.

ISA/IEC 62443 and Risk Assessment: New Horizons in the AI Revolution

  • by Mohannad AlRasan
  • May 9, 2024
  • Feature

Within the realm of cybersecurity for IACS, risk assessment is deemed the most crucial action and the initial phase in ISA/IEC 62443.

Securing Critical Infrastructure: Addressing Anticipated OT Security Challenges

  • by Kevin Kumpf
  • May 6, 2024
  • Feature

The reality is IT security strategies do not translate to the unique needs of OT, effectively leaving the full organization open to greater risks.

SIS Logic Solvers: More Choices Needed

  • by Bob Myles
  • May 6, 2024
  • Opinion

The fundamental requirements of your Safety Instrumented System will ultimately determine what type of SIS logic solver best fits your needs.

Common Types of Cooling Systems and Their Applications in Enclosure Cooling

  • by Mark Stevens
  • May 2, 2024
  • Feature

Enclosure cooling systems give equipment, prone to excessive working heat, the ability to control the excess waste heat, discarding it as it occurs. 

Industrial Robots and Their Human Counterparts

  • by Eric Halvorson
  • April 23, 2024
  • Feature

Cobots can reduce worker fatigue, increase production rates and increase quality, all while reducing waste.

Process Safety Technical Consultant Ehab Tayel joins the Hargrove Controls & Automation Process Safety Team

  • April 15, 2024
  • News

Ehab Tayel brings nearly two decades of process safety experience and a passion for the safety lifecycle to Hargrove Controls & Automation’s process safety team.

Industrial Security Circus at HANNOVER MESSE 2024

  • April 12, 2024
  • News

At HANNOVER MESSE, exhibitors at the "Industrial Security Circus" demonstrate how industrial companies can ensure a safe working environment.

Alimerka Leverages Cimcorp Automation to Enhance Supply Chain Efficiency and Sustainability

  • April 9, 2024
  • News

By optimizing storage and distribution processes, the Spanish supermarket chain has improved productivity, waste reduction, customer satisfaction and employee safety.

Mitsubishi Electric and Nozomi Networks to Expand Operational Technology Security Business

  • April 8, 2024
  • News

Mitsubishi Electric will integrate its factory-automation (FA) equipment and OT security solutions with Nozomi Networks’ OT network-visualization and intrusion-detection technologies.

Rockwell Automation Names Stephen Ford Chief Information Security Officer

  • April 4, 2024
  • News

Stephen will develop and execute a holistic cybersecurity strategy to ensure that Rockwell and its Connected Enterprise ecosystem are safe, secure and resilient.

ACHEMA 2024: HIMA Drives Digitalization of Functional Safety to the Next Level

  • March 27, 2024
  • News

The company is using its presence at ACHEMA 2024 to show how users in the process industry can benefit from safe and secure remote connections in their safety projects.

Seven Tips for Fraud Prevention for Multi-national Companies

  • by Zac Amos
  • March 22, 2024
  • Feature

Fraud prevention is crucial for multinational companies as it safeguards their assets and ensures the trust of stakeholders.

Origo Solutions Signs a Multi Million-Euro Agreement with Equinor

  • March 19, 2024
  • News

Origo Solutions, Norwegian subsidiary of HIMA Group, has been awarded a new framework agreement by Equinor for the delivery of Safety and Automation Systems as well as related engineering and services.

2024 ARC Forum Cybersecurity Program Highlights Critical Industrial Security Challenges

  • by Sid Snitkin
  • March 8, 2024
  • Feature

The strong attendance for the Cybersecurity program at the ARC 2024 Industry Leadership Forum in Orlando demonstrated how recent cyber incidents have raised the importance of cybersecurity for all industrial companies. 

Hargrove Controls & Automation’s Chet Barton, P.E. Awarded Functional Safety Expert Certificate

  • February 23, 2024
  • News

Process safety industry leader Chet Barton, P.E. of Hargrove Controls & Automation has achieved a prestigious Functional Safety (FS) Expert Certificate from TÜV Rheinland, joining an elite group of professionals globally.

Integrate Control and Safety and Unlock Hidden Potential

  • by Aga Zupancic
  • February 19, 2024
  • Feature

Thanks to advances in technology, companies can now integrate machine control and safety on one platform, transport control and safety over one network and program both within one software environment.

The Essentials of Electrical Safety Programs

  • by Stewart Beer
  • February 16, 2024
  • Feature

Let's look at some insights into the essentials of electrical safety programs that can help keep your workforce informed and safe in their everyday working lives.

Three Simple Steps to Improve API Security in 2024

  • by Karl Mattson
  • February 16, 2024
  • Feature

Cybercriminals are becoming more sophisticated every day, and attack surfaces continue to grow. In 2024, focus on API security to keep your data safe and drive positive business outcomes.