Industry Trends
1Q12 UPS service revenues down 1% year-over-year
Revenues from the sale of UPS services in the first quarter of 2012 are roughly 1% less than in the same period last year. » more
Verticals guide the way to competitive advantage in Latin America
Hospitality, commercial and manufacturing and industrial are the fastest growing verticals for access control equipment in Latin America. » more
LED lamps to provide global savings of $100 billion over 5 years
The widespread adoption of retrofit LED lamps will create global energy savings worth $100 billion over the next five years, according to a recent report. » more
PLC I/Os led the way in 2011, DCS I/Os lagged
The latest report on the world market for I/O modules shows the market, especially for PLC I/O modules, recovered quite strongly after the recession with double-digit growth in both 2010 and 2011. » more
Is the Apple Siri steering wheel control pushing the right buttons?
Several major automotive vehicle manufacturers are planning to implement a steering wheel button that can be used to activate Siri functionality, according to IMS Research (recently acquired by IHS... » more
Building automation: Can you see the light?
Report from IMS Research forecasts the increasing integration of building automation and lighting control systems. » more
The endless journey of innovation
As innovative ideas continue to multiply at an ever-increasing pace, it’s good to reflect on how we innovate, and how we use our innovative tools to further innovate. » more
Leading-edge technologies reshaping perimeter protection
Selection of the best electronic perimeter security equipment is formidable and demanding. » more
Why are European firms buying up North American Smart Grid companies?
The market for distribution automation and smart grid networking hardware in the Americas is anticipated to grow to nearly $1.7 billion in 2012, with suppliers of both automation equipment and... » more
Industrial efficiency: Debunking the myths
Where to begin? By ignoring these myths on energy use, the necessary equipment, and the economy's impact on your investments. » more
SIM card shipments to rise to 6.6 billion by 2017
Annual volumes of SIM cards shipped are forecast to increase from 4.8 billion 2011 to 6.6 billion in 2017, according to IMS Research. » more
For IP-based video surveillance, the future is now
The trend to IP-based video surveillance is, by now, firmly established. The question is no longer “Will IP-based equipment sales overtake analogue equipment sales?” » more
Average price of tablet PCs declined significantly in Q1 2012
According to recently released figures in the IMS Research quarterly tablet PC tracker, tablet ASPs (average selling prices) have declined by 21% in a single year to $386 in the first quarter of 2012. » more
More than 100 million smart meters with integrated HAN gateways to be deployed in the next five years
More than 100 million smart meters will be deployed with integrated home area network (HAN) gateways in the next five years, according to IMS Research. » more
Molex co-sponsored third-place car at Indy 500
Molex Inc. co-sponsored Indy racing car of Tony Kanaan, finished third at the Indianapolis 500. » more
IMS Research cuts 2012 MOCVD forecast from 342 to 281
IMS Research has cut its forecast for 2012 GaN MOCVD shipments to 281, according to the second quarter 2012 MOCVD update of its GaN LED Quarterly Supply and Demand report. » more
China-U.S. manufacturing cost gap keeps shrinking
Flow of manufacturing jobs between China and the West to equalize. » more
Pairing security, fault tolerance
There is a need for improved cyber security for industrial networks, all security professionals know this. After all, the whole industrial automation world was stunned by the sudden appearance of... » more
CSIA: Newly certified members, news
Several engineering firms have been CSIA Certified and/or recertified. » more
Chemical industry needs to cut hazards
The chemical industry lacks common practice protocols and understanding to identify safer processes, a new report said. » more
1Q12 UPS service revenues down 1% year-over-yearRevenues from the sale of UPS services in the first quarter of 2012 are roughly 1% less than in the same period last year. » more
Verticals guide the way to competitive advantage in Latin AmericaHospitality, commercial and manufacturing and industrial are the fastest growing verticals for access control equipment in Latin America. » more
LED lamps to provide global savings of $100 billion over 5 yearsThe widespread adoption of retrofit LED lamps will create global energy savings worth $100 billion over the next five years, according to a recent report. » more
PLC I/Os led the way in 2011, DCS I/Os laggedThe latest report on the world market for I/O modules shows the market, especially for PLC I/O modules, recovered quite strongly after the recession with double-digit growth in both 2010 and 2011. » more
Is the Apple Siri steering wheel control pushing the right buttons?Several major automotive vehicle manufacturers are planning to implement a steering wheel button that can be used to activate Siri functionality, according to IMS Research (recently acquired by IHS... » more
Building automation: Can you see the light?Report from IMS Research forecasts the increasing integration of building automation and lighting control systems. » more
PMA Business report sees a summer slump coming
Association blames global instability, lack of U.S. government action » more
Association blames global instability, lack of U.S. government action » more
Summer program introduces high school students to GIS systems
BAE Systems, Northern Virginia Community College partner on new program » more
BAE Systems, Northern Virginia Community College partner on new program » more
ABB touts energy savings from drives
Company says 310 MWh of power saved in install base in 2011 » more
Company says 310 MWh of power saved in install base in 2011 » more
The endless journey of innovationAs innovative ideas continue to multiply at an ever-increasing pace, it’s good to reflect on how we innovate, and how we use our innovative tools to further innovate. » more
Leading-edge technologies reshaping perimeter protectionSelection of the best electronic perimeter security equipment is formidable and demanding. » more
Why are European firms buying up North American Smart Grid companies?The market for distribution automation and smart grid networking hardware in the Americas is anticipated to grow to nearly $1.7 billion in 2012, with suppliers of both automation equipment and... » more
Industrial efficiency: Debunking the mythsWhere to begin? By ignoring these myths on energy use, the necessary equipment, and the economy's impact on your investments. » more
SIM card shipments to rise to 6.6 billion by 2017Annual volumes of SIM cards shipped are forecast to increase from 4.8 billion 2011 to 6.6 billion in 2017, according to IMS Research. » more
U.S. creates competition for manufacturing grants
The Advanced Manufacturing Jobs and Innovation Accelerator Challenge is a $26 million competition designed to support projects that aim to help grow a region's industry. » more
The Advanced Manufacturing Jobs and Innovation Accelerator Challenge is a $26 million competition designed to support projects that aim to help grow a region's industry. » more
For IP-based video surveillance, the future is nowThe trend to IP-based video surveillance is, by now, firmly established. The question is no longer “Will IP-based equipment sales overtake analogue equipment sales?” » more
Average price of tablet PCs declined significantly in Q1 2012According to recently released figures in the IMS Research quarterly tablet PC tracker, tablet ASPs (average selling prices) have declined by 21% in a single year to $386 in the first quarter of 2012. » more
More than 100 million smart meters with integrated HAN gateways to be deployed in the next five yearsMore than 100 million smart meters will be deployed with integrated home area network (HAN) gateways in the next five years, according to IMS Research. » more
Molex co-sponsored third-place car at Indy 500Molex Inc. co-sponsored Indy racing car of Tony Kanaan, finished third at the Indianapolis 500. » more
IMS Research cuts 2012 MOCVD forecast from 342 to 281IMS Research has cut its forecast for 2012 GaN MOCVD shipments to 281, according to the second quarter 2012 MOCVD update of its GaN LED Quarterly Supply and Demand report. » more
China-U.S. manufacturing cost gap keeps shrinkingFlow of manufacturing jobs between China and the West to equalize. » more
Wall named new NIMS executive director
Longtime administrator, educator to focus on workforce development » more
Longtime administrator, educator to focus on workforce development » more
Pairing security, fault toleranceThere is a need for improved cyber security for industrial networks, all security professionals know this. After all, the whole industrial automation world was stunned by the sudden appearance of... » more
CSIA: Newly certified members, newsSeveral engineering firms have been CSIA Certified and/or recertified. » more
Chemical industry needs to cut hazardsThe chemical industry lacks common practice protocols and understanding to identify safer processes, a new report said. » more
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