ABB has released a white paper entitled “The DCS of tomorrow: ABB’s process automation system vision,” which outlines how process automation systems will evolve to support industries as they undergo digital transformation and shift to sustainable energy sources. For more…
WEG launches smart monitoring tool
WEG has launched Motion Fleet Management (WMFM), a control and monitoring tool for the operation and maintenance of industrial assets. Deployable across fleets of motors, drives, gearboxes and other installed equipment, WMFM promises to reduce unscheduled downtime, optimise maintenance, and…
Data-driven solutions for Industry 4.0 technology
The internet of things (IoT) — a vast global network of physical devices connected to the internet — has become one of the fastest growing technology markets of the 21st century, bringing a range of exciting innovations to a range…
Virtual factory and showroom tours provide access to manufacturing practices
Mitsubishi Electric is opening up access to its factory automation sites and showrooms through virtual tours with the aim of overcoming the restrictions on in-person visits caused by the pandemic. The tours are open to everyone visiting its FA website.…
SEGULA Technologies and Senseye join forces for Industry 4.0
Whether it is a health crisis or a conflict, a shortage of materials or skills, the current context makes it increasingly necessary to be agile and economical in the management of production resources across the five continents. At the heart…
Defining major Internet of Things concepts
The term ‘Internet of Things’ (IoT) is itself ubiquitous to the point of being hard to define, and accordingly, the countless subsets of the term are likewise often ambiguous and used differently from person to person. This article by IoT…
IoT in healthcare predicted to flourish at nearly 18.0% CAGR
According to Future Market Insights (FMI), the worldwide IoT in healthcare market is expected to reach $181.4 billion in 2022, growing at an 18.0% CAGR to $952.3 billion by 2032 over the forecast period. Furthermore, a dollar opportunity worth $770.9…
What can ASICs do for the smart cities of the future?
According to the United Nations, 68 per cent of the global population could be living in urban areas by 2050. To cope with this increase, cities are focusing on the use of technology to improve equity for residents, facilitate more…
How AI is becoming a key part of CRM systems
As CRM (client relationship management) systems continue to prove a staple part of business operations, the reliance on AI in CRM is likewise increasing. This article from Jessica Compton, Marketing Manager at Pragmatiq discusses the use of artificial intelligence in…
Imaging Development Systems’ online event on image processing in agriculture
Image processing can be used to accelerate, control and optimise processes. When artificial intelligence comes into play, the range of applications becomes even wider. This is especially true for agriculture and the food industry, as highly varying objects and processes…
