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Important Smart Factory KPIs

Gary Mintchell

Through Microsoft, I discovered this 59-page IoT Signals Report – Manufacturing Spotlight (August 2022), published by Microsoft and Intel, with research conducted by IoT Analytics. One of the findings from the research tells us 72% of manufacturers have partially or fully implemented a smart factory strategy today. Why it matters.

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Four Robotic Predictions for 2024: AI set to supercharge robotic automation

Gary Mintchell

But how will these trends impact robotics and automation and what can the manufacturing industry expect to see next year? 1) AI will set a new pace of development in robotics and automation AI is transforming the world of software development, making it cheaper, faster, and more effective. I can’t wait to see this evolve next year.

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4 ways robotics, AI will transform industry in 2024

Robotics Business Review

But how will these trends impact robotics and what can the manufacturing industry expect to see next year? AI will set a new pace of development in robotics AI is transforming the world of software development, making it cheaper, faster, and more effective. Submit your nominations for innovation awards in the 2024 RBR50 awards.

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Gaining actionable insight with SCADA systems

Control Engineering

In one example, Catania Oils, partnering with a system integrator, used a HMI/SCADA suite along with a plant data historian to improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) and key performance indicators (KPIs). Using SCADA and data to improve operations.

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Building a traceability 4.0 foundation for automation

Control Engineering

insights Easier traceability results from advances in technologies such as machine vision combining with the industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) to make manufacturing more flexible. Manufacturers want to know where a product is located within the wider production or distribution context. Traceability 4.0 Industry 4.0

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Automate 2023 Day Three: Sensors gaining insights under the surface

Control Engineering

Discrete sensor insights Machine vision and sensor technology can help manufacturers discover flaws during the inspection process and make corrections with powerful cameras. Information is a major asset for any company trying to maintain their supply chains and improve operations.

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Is Industry 4.0, smart manufacturing working for you?

Control Engineering

smart manufacturing and digital transformation. Control Engineering asked these questions and others about smart manufacturing and digital transformation to Jeff Winter, senior director industry strategy, manufacturing, Hitachi Solutions, and an industry expert on Industry 4.0 initiatives. Review differences in Industry 4.0,