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Step-by-step on energy management software
When it comes to industrial energy and its relationship to the operational excellence model, energy directors and line of business leaders are constantly challenged with the management of energy... » more
Investment in excellence
One plant's improved productivity and quality was repaid when the company expanded the facility » more
Concentrating solar power emerging
Developments for the SunShot Initiative are underway to reduce the cost of energy systems and make the technology more robust for future users. » more
New tactics needed to develop a new workforce
Companies that invest in the right learning and development programs will better position themselves to accelerate skills development, improve organizational capability, and sustain business success » more
E-Stop buttons designed to enhance machine safety
While a risk assessment is a starting point to determine effective safety devices and methodologies, a key risk reduction component is the Emergency Stop » more
Pump efficiency drives cost savings
Many plants continue to consume far more power than is necessary to run their pump systems, simply because there is a lack of awareness of the losses. Recent educational efforts are starting to bring... » more
Natural gas plants with solar boost
A new system under development converts natural gas and sunlight into a fuel called syngas, which power plants can burn to make electricity » more
EMEA revenue growth for hazardous area equipment to halve in 2013
Revenue in 2013 for hazardous area equipment is forecast to reach €2.67 billion, growing at 5.2%, just half the rate of 2012. » more
Shale gas boom fuels rebound in growth for North American Smart Grid equipment market
After three years of decline, the combined North American market for distribution automation hardware and smart electricity meters will resume its expansion in 2015. » more
Deadline for hazard comm requirements
Employers must meet OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard by December 1, 2012, if they handle hazardous chemicals in the workplace » more
PV inverter revenue expands to $7 billion in 2012, as Asia arises as growth driver
Global PV inverter market revenue last year rose to $7.1 billion, up from $6.7 billion in 2011. » more
Scaling can sap energy, maintenance time
If some method can be found to control scaling, there is the potential to save energy and prevent equipment failure and reduce maintenance » more
Manufacturing most attacked industry
Manufacturing was the most attacked industry last year, according to a recent report by Symantec. » more
X-Ray inspection system
The E-Z Tec XR-Clean X-Ray Inspection System is specifically designed and engineered for harsh wash-down environments in the food industry » more
Stream switching system
The Gen II R-max Stream Switching System is a multi-functional system designed to control gases and liquids in analytical systems » more
Veterans to get boost from jobs initiative
Initiative looks to translate military skills to manufacturing, private sector jobs » more
Initiative looks to translate military skills to manufacturing, private sector jobs » more
FABTECH to expand to India in 2014
Goal is to "take U.S. technology exhibitors right to the Indian market." » more
Goal is to "take U.S. technology exhibitors right to the Indian market." » more
PMI Index: Steady, but slower manufacturing growth
Index declines for third straight month, but stays above growth threshold » more
Index declines for third straight month, but stays above growth threshold » more
Switching PM gears for fast and furious maintenance
CMMS conventional wisdom tells us to schedule our machine preventive maintenance items on a calendar, but what if it's too early to check and replace a part? » more
CMMS conventional wisdom tells us to schedule our machine preventive maintenance items on a calendar, but what if it's too early to check and replace a part? » more
Beyond reshoring: Why restarting plants and hiring workers are just as crucial
An emphasis on addressing both the skills gap and opening plants that are either closed or underutilized is essential if manufacturing wants to continue growing and attracting new workers » more
An emphasis on addressing both the skills gap and opening plants that are either closed or underutilized is essential if manufacturing wants to continue growing and attracting new workers » more
Step-by-step on energy management softwareWhen it comes to industrial energy and its relationship to the operational excellence model, energy directors and line of business leaders are constantly challenged with the management of energy... » more
Manufacturing drove GDP growth in 2012
Commerce Department report finds durable goods jumped 9.1% last year » more
Commerce Department report finds durable goods jumped 9.1% last year » more
Investment in excellenceOne plant's improved productivity and quality was repaid when the company expanded the facility » more
Concentrating solar power emergingDevelopments for the SunShot Initiative are underway to reduce the cost of energy systems and make the technology more robust for future users. » more
New tactics needed to develop a new workforceCompanies that invest in the right learning and development programs will better position themselves to accelerate skills development, improve organizational capability, and sustain business success » more
E-Stop buttons designed to enhance machine safetyWhile a risk assessment is a starting point to determine effective safety devices and methodologies, a key risk reduction component is the Emergency Stop » more
Pump efficiency drives cost savingsMany plants continue to consume far more power than is necessary to run their pump systems, simply because there is a lack of awareness of the losses. Recent educational efforts are starting to bring... » more
Natural gas plants with solar boostA new system under development converts natural gas and sunlight into a fuel called syngas, which power plants can burn to make electricity » more
EMEA revenue growth for hazardous area equipment to halve in 2013Revenue in 2013 for hazardous area equipment is forecast to reach €2.67 billion, growing at 5.2%, just half the rate of 2012. » more
Manufacturing CFOs optimistic about growth in 2013
Prime Advantage survey cites taxes, health insurance, skilled labor as major concerns » more
Prime Advantage survey cites taxes, health insurance, skilled labor as major concerns » more
Shale gas boom fuels rebound in growth for North American Smart Grid equipment marketAfter three years of decline, the combined North American market for distribution automation hardware and smart electricity meters will resume its expansion in 2015. » more
Deadline for hazard comm requirementsEmployers must meet OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard by December 1, 2012, if they handle hazardous chemicals in the workplace » more
PV inverter revenue expands to $7 billion in 2012, as Asia arises as growth driverGlobal PV inverter market revenue last year rose to $7.1 billion, up from $6.7 billion in 2011. » more
Scaling can sap energy, maintenance timeIf some method can be found to control scaling, there is the potential to save energy and prevent equipment failure and reduce maintenance » more
System integration requires collaboration
Kirk Norris from Maverick Technologies discusses the keys to collaboration and when to choose in-house integration versus third-party sourcing. » more
Kirk Norris from Maverick Technologies discusses the keys to collaboration and when to choose in-house integration versus third-party sourcing. » more
Manufacturing most attacked industryManufacturing was the most attacked industry last year, according to a recent report by Symantec. » more
Texas fertilizer plant blast probe continues
Plant owner issues statement; investigation continues into cause of deadly explosion in West, Texas, April 17 that killed 14 people and injured 160. » more
Plant owner issues statement; investigation continues into cause of deadly explosion in West, Texas, April 17 that killed 14 people and injured 160. » more
X-Ray inspection systemThe E-Z Tec XR-Clean X-Ray Inspection System is specifically designed and engineered for harsh wash-down environments in the food industry » more
Stream switching systemThe Gen II R-max Stream Switching System is a multi-functional system designed to control gases and liquids in analytical systems » more
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