Collaborative robotics open doors for manufacturing
In labor-constrained industries, collaborative robots could boost productivity.
Take baby steps on IIoT
Collect usable data as the first step toward effective analysis.
Are you aware of arc flash hazards?
Be cognizant about hazards, preventive measures and the dire consequences of an arc flash event.
Four steps to safer plant machinery
Risk assessment is one key – and don’t forget the data.
Motors, fans, pumps, compressors: IIoT avoids downtime
Think Again: Remote monitoring, sensors, analytics and real-time intelligence is helping those who manufacture, use, and repair motors and attached critical assets to avoid downtime with prescriptive maintenance technologies, says EASA and Plant Engineering research.
Plant Data and Connectivity: The Building Blocks for Industrial Transformation
Recent technology innovations have made IT/OT convergence a necessity and a reality, but complexities arise from a short-term view of plant data and connectivity needs. Operational technology (OT) users can mitigate this by working collaboratively with information technology (IT) to develop an implementation plan that addresses complexities and limitations for a positive future outlook.
Regular hydraulic grab maintenance improves performance and reliability
Hydraulically-powered grabs are designed for tough working environments and regular maintenance and repair is essential to keep the business running smoothly.
Combining vision technology and collaborative robots for safer work environments
Safety is paramount with collaborative robots and they can be made safer with machine vision and artificial intelligence technology.
Study launched to examine hurdles women face in STEM careers
A researcher from Rice University will examine the hurdles women face in STEM careers by examining their everyday work experiences in the profession.
Top 5 Plant Engineering articles August 12-18
Articles about safer plant machinery, skilled workforce, lubrication and bearings, long battery life, and baby steps with the IIoT were Plant Engineering’s five most clicked articles from August 12-18. Miss something? You can catch up here.
Robotics team wins NASA competition for second time in three years
West Virginia University’s robotic drilling team won NASA’s Moon to Mars Ice & Prospecting Challenge for the second time in three years with the Mountaineer Ice Drilling Automated System III (MIDAS III).
Continuous asset optimization in manufacturing
Continuous asset optimization (CAO) combines smart manufacturing technologies with cutting edge statistical, data-driven and physics of failure modeling techniques.
Do-it-yourself collaborative robotic project
Case study: Collaborative robots at a thermal wrap manufacturing company deliver a zero-defect rate while doubling production output. Installation, integration and use has been a do-it-yourself (DIY) project.