Research
Research shows PPE, safety as top challenges for manufacturers
A recent research summary on PPE and fall protection purchasing behavior and future innovations shows trends, challenges and innovations
Salary survey shows highest wages in a decade
Comparing data over the past 14 years, Plant Engineering salary survey respondents reported the highest salaries and bonus compensation
Research: Motors, drives important to plant engineers
In this 2023 study on motors and drives, product quality was the most important factor for selecting a product
Maintenance survey indicates shift to cloud, more sophisticated apps well underway
Providers need to demonstrate systems integration capabilities
How does your salary match up?
Salaries remain virtually flat, and unemployment levels are very low
Automation helps combat labor shortages
Think Again: Are automation and controls helping to fill the growing manufacturing skills gap? Control Engineering research, “Purchasing Considerations for Automation Systems & Control Systems” shows an increase in spending for the next 12 months in most categories.
How do lighting designers spend their time?
The short answer: most time is spent researching lighting and lighting controls systems
Supply chain shortages encourage automation interoperability
Automation users are more likely to purchase from companies supporting standards that promote interoperability: Among findings in Control Engineering research.