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BIC Implements Rockwell Automation’s Plex MES As Part of Digital Transformation

Gary Mintchell

Rockwell Automation aids iconic BIC to shift towards standardized and paperless operations with its Plex Manufacturing Execution System (MES). We have learned that the best MES projects start small. It has also allowed for the automation of production integration, a significant change for people on the shop floor.

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Controllers through the ages

Control Engineering

Different control systems, like PLCs, are now capable of multiple functions and purposes, and are now more data-oriented. More specifically, PLCs are now designed to support data-driven applications by offering a number of key functions. PLC and PAC Insights .

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Critical Manufacturing and L&T Technology Services to Support Danfoss’ Smart Manufacturing Journey

i4.0 today

Critical Manufacturing, the provider of innovative, future-ready Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), announces its partnership with L&T Technology Services Limited (LTTS), a leading Engineering and R&D services company headquartered in India. Director, Head of Manufacturing Service, Danfoss Group IT.

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Learn about bridging the gap from edge to cloud MES to make automation more effective

Control Engineering

Learning Objectives Understand how manufacturing execution systems (MES) and edge computing can resolve challenges related to integrating automation and other applications. Learn the 4 ways a modern MES makes automation more effective. A modern MES makes automation more effective in four primary ways.

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Cloud-based ERP and MES Solution Improves Production at Automotive Parts Supplier

Gary Mintchell

Alongside the frequent maintenance required by the old ERP system, AVA also faced the fact that the old system did not include Manufacturing Execution System (MES) integration. Despite the challenge of a 60-day timeline, the Milan site successfully implemented Plex within the desired timeframe.

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Cloud-based Solutions Accelerate the Transformation of Industrial Operations with Smart Digital Capabilities

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

It’s common for organizations to struggle with cross-functional alignment, collaboration, and knowledge sharing across information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) teams. Rockwell Automation has a long-standing strategic partnership with Microsoft focused on delivering cloud-based solutions to manufacturers.

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How digital transformation delivers bottom-line benefits for manufacturers

Control Engineering

Artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality/virtual reality (AR/VR), big data, digital twins, cloud and edge computing, manufacturing execution systems (MES), enterprise resource planning (ERP) and many other smart manufacturing solutions are all built on, or have access to, the IIoT foundation.