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Industrial Cybersecurity
The importance of network segmentation in cybersecurity strategies
In this Big Picture Interview, be sure that you’re using all the tools at your disposal to both prevent and respond to cyber-attacks.
Network Infrastructure
How to build a wireless communication network
Chris Clarke
Take your team’s communications ability to the next level.
Network Infrastructure
Effective plant network management
Mark Mullins
The right testing and troubleshooting strategy can help with upgrades and identifying problems.
IIoT
Utilize single pair Ethernet to unlock the benefits of big data and IoT
Bob Voss
In this installment of Automation Zone, unite IoT device data under a single SPE protocol for better decisions at the right times.
Industrial Automation
Certification testing is key to a functioning network infrastructure
Mark Mullins
In this installment of Automation Zone, learn about several inexpensive tools that are available to check the cabling runs that keep your operations going.
IIoT
Secure network foundation needed for maintenance analytics
Tom Walker discusses the similarities between university campuses and industrial facilities.
Network Infrastructure
Proactive patching for your network
Umair Masud
In this installment of Automation Zone, learn how to develop a patch management program to help mitigate cybersecurity threats.
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Industry News
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Industry News
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Digitalization
4 intelligent tools to help you manufacture a resilient digital future
Maggie Slowik
Industry News
DOE offers $5 million in prize money to train workers for a career in solar manufacturing
Big Data Analytics
4 guideposts on your journey toward a smarter infrastructure
Frederic Baudart
For a stable maintenance and reliability foundation, the end goal must be one of the first considerations.
Digitalization
Join the Digital Manufacturing User Group and connect with peers in industry in your area
Meet like-minded professionals in the Midwest at Putman Media's first after-hours networking event.
Human Machine Interface
What to watch for in automation in 2018
In this installment of Automation Zone, advances in robotics and analytics (and their impact on MRO teams) lead the way.
Network Infrastructure
Move it: OPC classic > OPC UA migration
Arun Ananthampalayam
In this installment of Automation Zone, Arun Ananthampalayam examines how to ensure a seamless transition to the OPC Unified Architecture.
Control Systems
What to watch for next year in automation
In this installment of Automation Zone, interconnectivity, wireless, mobility, digital sensors, and smart MRO lead the way.
Network Infrastructure
Achieve success with your system integrator
Jim Davis
In this installment of Automation Zone, we explore what you need to build a productive customer-integrator relationship.
Control Systems
When LOTO isn’t the only answer
George Schuster & Jimi Michalscheck
In this installment of Automation Zone, alternatives to lockout/tagout can offer safety as well as savings.
Industrial Robotics
Why automation doesn't have to be all-or-nothing
Think your approach to automation has to be “go big or go home”? Think again, says Mitchell Weiss in this Big Picture Interview
IIoT
How to create a fully connected factory of the future
Kevin Higgins
Going wireless lets one meat processor improve safety and productivity.
Network Infrastructure
How the IIoT can be a gold mine of efficiency
In this installment of What Works, enhanced connectivity means better safety, productivity for a Canadian mine.
Industry News
NIST announces competition for new Manufacturing USA institute that focuses on AI
Industry News
Chemical manufacturer fined $289K by OSHA for 67 health and safety violations
Industry News
e-VAC to build rare earth permanent magnet manufacturing plant in South Carolina
Industry News
NanoGraf opens new manufacturing, R&D facility in Illinois to help develop stronger batteries
Industry News
Frozen food manufacturer fined $552K after worker suffers amputation
Industry News
Boat builder to open third manufacturing facility in Louisiana
Industry News
GE Aerospace invests $650 million to improve U.S. manufacturing plants and its supply chain
Industry News
Mercedes-Benz fined $439K after firing 2 production workers for taking protected leave
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