Coronavirus, COVID-19
COVID-19 projected to be third-highest cause of death in US for 2020
The National Safety Council reported that COVID-19 will likely be the third-leading cause of death in 2020 behind only heart disease and cancer.
Survey shows manufacturing optimism in spite of COVID-19
Research reveals nearly three-quarters of manufacturers are working remotely and reporting optimism for the future after COVID-19.
Hackers exploiting COVID-19 anxiety in targeted phishing scams
Phishing assaults are becoming increasingly targeted, and the COVID-19 pandemic is one of many ways hackers are exploiting people and small companies.
Virtual private network holes elevate remote access risk
Virtual private network (VPN) implementations that give remote access to operations technology (OT) networks have received more focus due to COVID-19 since more people are working remotely.
Manufacturing technology orders reach its highest point in 2020
Manufacturing technology orders soared to $346.7 million in June, a 56% increase over the previous month, but still down 6% from the same period in 2019.
Redefining the boundaries of industrial automation
Production challenges do not wait on IT developments and automation technology advances enable data access and use from almost anywhere.
Copper used to make reusable masks safer, easier to use
A patented technology is being used to manufacture reusable face masks using copper, which can help improve filter performance and disabling airborne virus particles.
COVID-19 accelerates digital transformation
Industrial organizations are realizing digital transformation value during the COVID-19 pandemic. This includes rapid production changes, enterprise-wide connectivity, and a shift from proof of concept to proof of value for Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) implementations.
Manufacturing index grows for third straight month
The Institute for Supply Management's purchasing manufacturers' index reported a 1.6% increase to 54.2%, which is the third straight month of growth.
Top 5 Plant Engineering articles July 27 to August 2, 2020
Articles about VFD parameters, PPE production, predictive analytics, wearable devices and manufacturing accidents were Plant Engineering’s five most clicked articles from July 27 to August 2, 2020. Miss something? You can catch up here.