The top 5 most read articles online, from July 29 to August 4 for Plant Engineering covered lubrication advice, managing an engineering career, IIoT tips, maintenance process redesign, and smart manufacturing. Links to each article below.

1. Understanding lubrication from the bearing’s perspective

Many factors can impact how proper use can avoid friction.

2. Choosing and managing an engineering career: 7 things to know

A well-managed engineering career means a lifetime career outside the rut. Apply these seven tips to manage a successful engineering career.

3. Making things work as part of the IIoT

Sensors are on the front line of the data gathering process, which is vital for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).

4. Redesigning maintenance processes to optimize PdM automation

Set the stage for a successful transition from manual to IIoT-enhanced, predictive maintenance processes.

5. Smart manufacturing opens the door to real-time data

Smart manufacturing and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)-enabled technologies can use real-time data to optimize processes and reduce costs for manufacturers.

The list was developed using CFE Media’s web analytics for stories viewed on plantengineering.com, July 29 to August 4, for articles published within the last two months.

Chris Vavra, production editor, CFE Media, cvavra@cfemedia.com.

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