System Integration
How wastewater surveillance can track COVID-19 infections
A method has been developed that detects the COVID-19 virus in wastewater samples as well as whether infection rates are going up or down.
Safer, fast-charging aqueous battery developed
A 3D zinc-manganese nano-alloy anode has been developed, resulting in a stable, high-performance aqueous battery that uses seawater as an electrolyte.
Industrial automation unites the best of OT and IT
As operational and information technology roles progressively overlap in the industrial automation space, a hybrid operational technology/information technology (OT/IT) solution becomes increasingly necessary.
Integrators improve service value by moving providing an XaaS model
Integrators improve their value to manufacturers by adapting to a delivery system inspired by a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, which takes on many forms
How system integrators can help reduce maintenance costs
Shirley Ike from Wood Americas offers advice on predictive and prescriptive maintenance
How to acquire trained talent through new learning opportunities
A shift toward engineering design will require proficiency in new tools developed through the training of current workers as well as the attraction of digitally fit new hires
How to build a business case
Achieve that go/no-go decision and avoid killing a project before it begins
Advice for a manufacturing pandemic response plan
Now that we are several months into the COVID-19 pandemic, it may be a good time to codify some of what has been learned into a new pandemic response plan
Implementing secure remote access and MES
Maintaining business continuity during COVID-19 is vital for manufacturers; secure remote access can provide a safe platform to keep operations running
Tea time at AriZona Beverage Co.
System integrator, Vertech, provided automation for AriZona Beverage Co.’s new greenfield facility
