Core architecture strategies for IT/OT network integration
Taking a holistic approach toward integration of IT and OT networks allows access and security requirements to be met and scaled as additional needs arise over time.
How demanding automation trends make integration planning essential
Automation is revolutionizing testing and manufacturing facilities, but the increased complexity of designing and integrating automated systems can pose significant challenges for manufacturers.
Can the right maintenance plan boost air compressor performance?
By employing preliminary, predictive and preventive maintenance, and air compressor’s performance will be maximized
Plant Engineering top 5: October 21-27, 2024
Top articles on Plant Engineering this week covered topics including switchgear, fluid system maintenance and safety for VFDs
Seven open-source interconnection strategies for empowering Industry 4.0
Industry 4.0 projects can be initiated with interconnection strategies, which allow cost-effective digitization, unlocking optimization and improvement opportunities. Seven strategies are highlighted.
Do you know how to gauge grease consistency and performance?
There is a critical relationship between grease thickener content, base oil viscosity and NLGI grade, emphasizing their collective impact on lubrication performance, consistency and pumpability in various industrial applications.
Reshoring, nearshoring trends making North American manufacturing competitive
Automation advances, along with other changes brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, have made reshoring and nearshoring more appealing.
