Automation News
GM to create a flexible manufacturing cell at Lansing plant
Automaker’s $44.5 million investment is third at facility in the last three years » more
Managing alarms effectively
Many SCADA systems have built-in features that can be used to improve alarm handling, operator response times, and root cause analysis » more
CSIA names officers, directors, award winners
Control System Integrators Association (CSIA) named a new chairman, directors, and award winners, at the CSIA annual executive conference. Piercarlo (PC) Romano was elected chairman of the CSIA... » more
Toyota to expand Lexus production to Kentucky
Automaker’s $360 million investment ‘a tribute’ to Georgetown workers » more
'Integrated Industry' theme opens 2013 Hannover Messe
Bosch-Rexroth wins Hermes award for innovation; Putin, Merkel speak at ceremony » more
Borrow now to invest, expand, economist says
To prepare for the next five years of growth technology, companies should borrow and invest to become more competitive. See video summary, with more advice included below. » more
Atlas Copco opens NASDAQ trading day
CEO rings opening bell to mark company's 140th anniversary » more
ABB to fund 40 global research projects
Universities to receive millions in grants to develop power and automation solutions » more
SCADA security directions
SCADA security will continue to face potential developements such as a merging of SCADA and ICS security standards and certifications and a potential security threat to networks in Europe and the... » more
Keeping an eye on mobile devices
A lack of security from network carriers for millions of Android users is becoming a serious security risk, especially for those who use their mobile devices in the workplace. » more
Cloud security: Third party code
Using third party code in cloud computing can be a security risk for users since the code does not originate from the developer, allowing hackers an easy avenue to breaking into networks. » more
Beaulieu named keynote speaker for CSIA conference
Alan Beaulieu, an economist, will focus on "objective reality" in regards to the manufacturing industry in his keynote address at the 2013 CSIA Executive Conference. » more
Additive manufacturing is shaping the future
3D printing technology will change the way we make things » more
Machine Safety: Is prevention through design enough?
U.S. consensus standards provide direction to suppliers on how to design in machine safety. Can users understand and comply with the additional requirements of ISO 13849-1? » more
GM to create a flexible manufacturing cell at Lansing plantAutomaker’s $44.5 million investment is third at facility in the last three years » more
GE Aviation expands in Delaware to build engine components
$27 million ‘Lean Lab’ will prove out manufacturing techniques » more
$27 million ‘Lean Lab’ will prove out manufacturing techniques » more
Managing alarms effectivelyMany SCADA systems have built-in features that can be used to improve alarm handling, operator response times, and root cause analysis » more
ABB's Hogan to resign as CEO
Joe Hogan, has decided to resign from ABB after five years as the company's CEO » more
Joe Hogan, has decided to resign from ABB after five years as the company's CEO » more
CSIA names officers, directors, award winnersControl System Integrators Association (CSIA) named a new chairman, directors, and award winners, at the CSIA annual executive conference. Piercarlo (PC) Romano was elected chairman of the CSIA... » more
Cloud computing forecast is bright and sunny
Infor product manager looks at how the cloud will benefit manufacturers » more
Infor product manager looks at how the cloud will benefit manufacturers » more
Toyota to expand Lexus production to KentuckyAutomaker’s $360 million investment ‘a tribute’ to Georgetown workers » more
'Integrated Industry' theme opens 2013 Hannover MesseBosch-Rexroth wins Hermes award for innovation; Putin, Merkel speak at ceremony » more
Borrow now to invest, expand, economist saysTo prepare for the next five years of growth technology, companies should borrow and invest to become more competitive. See video summary, with more advice included below. » more
System integration firm joins OMAC
Control system integrator, Patti Engineering, joins OMAC (Organization for Machine Automation & Control), an organization that provides expertise for machine automation, machine performance, quality,... » more
Control system integrator, Patti Engineering, joins OMAC (Organization for Machine Automation & Control), an organization that provides expertise for machine automation, machine performance, quality,... » more
Siemens 2013 Automation Summit will be in New Orleans; registration is open
Siemens Industry Inc. announces New Orleans, La., as the host site for its 2013 Automation Summit, June 24-27, with a continued emphasis on the theme of “Community. Experiences. Productivity.”... » more
Siemens Industry Inc. announces New Orleans, La., as the host site for its 2013 Automation Summit, June 24-27, with a continued emphasis on the theme of “Community. Experiences. Productivity.”... » more
Machine vision market poised for a rebound
After 4% drop in 2012, AIA sees growth in the long term » more
After 4% drop in 2012, AIA sees growth in the long term » more
Automotive company installing wind turbines at plant
Honda has brought in Juhl Wind, a renewable energy specialist company, to develop two utility-scale wind turbines in an $8 million project at the company's Ohio plant. » more
Honda has brought in Juhl Wind, a renewable energy specialist company, to develop two utility-scale wind turbines in an $8 million project at the company's Ohio plant. » more
Atlas Copco opens NASDAQ trading dayCEO rings opening bell to mark company's 140th anniversary » more
ABB to fund 40 global research projectsUniversities to receive millions in grants to develop power and automation solutions » more
SCADA security directionsSCADA security will continue to face potential developements such as a merging of SCADA and ICS security standards and certifications and a potential security threat to networks in Europe and the... » more
Yokogawa expands energy management offering
Company announces joint partnership, capital investment with Soteica Visual MESA. Video: Satoru Kurosu and Oscar Santollani explain the new relationship. » more
Company announces joint partnership, capital investment with Soteica Visual MESA. Video: Satoru Kurosu and Oscar Santollani explain the new relationship. » more
Keeping an eye on mobile devicesA lack of security from network carriers for millions of Android users is becoming a serious security risk, especially for those who use their mobile devices in the workplace. » more
Cloud security: Third party codeUsing third party code in cloud computing can be a security risk for users since the code does not originate from the developer, allowing hackers an easy avenue to breaking into networks. » more
Beaulieu named keynote speaker for CSIA conferenceAlan Beaulieu, an economist, will focus on "objective reality" in regards to the manufacturing industry in his keynote address at the 2013 CSIA Executive Conference. » more
Additive technology carves a ‘path toward production’
Additive manufacturing has become a significant part of AMT’s long-term strategy. » more
Additive manufacturing has become a significant part of AMT’s long-term strategy. » more
Additive manufacturing is shaping the future3D printing technology will change the way we make things » more
Machine Safety: Is prevention through design enough?U.S. consensus standards provide direction to suppliers on how to design in machine safety. Can users understand and comply with the additional requirements of ISO 13849-1? » more
Association for Advancing Automation launches new website
The Association for Advancing Automation's (A3) website, www.A3automate.org is designed to engage stakeholders in automation. » more
The Association for Advancing Automation's (A3) website, www.A3automate.org is designed to engage stakeholders in automation. » more