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5G: Enabling Change For Manufacturers

Cisco Manufacturing

In today’s world of manufacturing, there is a new convergence happening. A greater number of available technologies are meeting the dynamics of changing workforces, fragile supply chains, and the ever-present market demand for better and cheaper products and services. However, manufacturers still face a unique challenge: how to maximize investments in various technologies to achieve the most impactful ROI or as we like to refer to them, “enablers of change”.

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Top 16 Frequently Asked Questions About Manufacturing Execution system (MES)

Factory Worx

Read Our Blog. Top 16 Frequently Asked Questions About Manufacturing Execution system (MES). The manufacturing industry, like any other industry, is rapidly expanding. As a result, producers must keep up with new technologies and tools to remain relevant and competitive in today's market. Successful manufacturing businesses are adaptable and consistently improve their overall operating efficiency.

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What is Direct on Line (DOL) Motor Control?

Marshall Wolf Automation

Considered the most simple motor start option, Direct on Line (DOL) starting directly connects an induction motor to a 3-Ph power supply with the addition of a contactor and an overload relay , providing overload protection. . This direct connection can cause the motor to draw 5-8 times the normal operating current, making DOL motor control generally applicable with motors under 5 hp/4Kw.

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A New Golden Era for Industrial Technology

ATS

Share. For years, manufacturers have been investing in transformative industrial technology—but it isn’t about finding anything new, so much as learning how to apply what we have. Sooner rather than later, we should begin to see a payoff in accelerated manufacturing efficiency. Companies are setting their sights on increased uptime, lower cost of goods, and higher profitability.

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Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets.

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Cybersecurity for the Manufacturing Sector: Reduce Data Integrity Breaches with NIST SP 1800-10

NIST

Industrial control systems (ICS) help manufacturers boost productivity, optimize efficiency and advance production lines. Historically, ICS networks were isolated from the information technology (IT) networks and internet, or “air gapped.” Today, air gapping is no longer an effective security strategy, and for various business reasons, many ICS manufacturing networks are now integrated with IT networks and connected to the internet.

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Industries That Use IIoT Sensors

ATS

Share. IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) sensors are playing an increasingly bigger role in manufacturing. This growth will continue as communications and technology evolve. IIoT manufacturing sensors are included as part of “smart” machinery, or are added as aftermarket enhancements, and cover a broad range of processes and functions. These sensors are generally used for: Temperature monitoring Vibration monitoring Leak detection (such as gas leaks) Process monitoring and modeling Performanc