Manufacturing Business Technology is devoting this week to Automation & Process Controls. Check here daily for articles, blogs and videos being featured this week. Hear from industry experts on how they've integrated technology, the solutions currently being offered in the industry and gain insight on making the most of your operations.
MONDAY
Modular Control Buildings Bring Flexibility To Remote Processing Sites
The increasing sophistication and expense of automation have led to growing trend to use modular structures to house sensitive controls . . .
The Virtual Plant Seen Through Standardized 3D HMI
The new standardized working environment for managing manufacturing operations require tools like HMI 3D visuals at strategic points throughout the facility . . .
TUESDAY
Onshoring With Automation
With automation, companies are able to bring manufacturing back to the U.S., respond to changing market demands quicker and have total quality control . . .
Q&A: Automation Trends For Food Manufacturers
Incorporating automated equipment into food manufacturing processes can offer a wealth of benefits . . .
WEDNESDAY
Survive A Network Failure Without Duplicating The Network
The risk of downtime is a significant concern since it negatively impacts operational resources and the bottom line . . .
Upgrading The Components Side Of Material Transfer
The trend to automation and 24/7 machining means the conveyor system needs to continue becoming more and more sophisticated . . .
THURSDAY
Robots Create Jobs
A review of the 2011 statistics and forecasts up to 2015 focused on the positive effects of industrial robots on employment . . .
Mitsubishi Automate Demonstrations
A series of brief videos from Mitsubishi Electrics at the Automate 2013 show demonstrating different robotic automation solutions . . .
FRIDAY
7 Common KPIs For Production Monitoring
KPIs are assorted variables that organizations commonly use to evaluate success in relation to goals and objectives . . .
UK Coffee Machine Maker Whips Up Exports
Reuters' Hayley Platt reports from a UK factory that has had to find new markets to thrive . . .