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    What Is a process pump?
    Discover the essential functions of process pumps in industrial operations, including product transportation, sanitation, filling, and waste handling.
    Podcast: Exploring the evolving role of system integrators in modern manufacturing
    In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, Jose Rivera reflects on his decade of leadership at the CSIA and why integrators are vital to smart factories.
    Podcast: Understanding IP ratings for industrial networking devices
    In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, demystify IP67 ratings for industrial networking and learn how to select equipment that can withstand challenging environment...
    Podcast: The ROI of automation — Redefining success with advanced manufacturing technologies
    In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, learn how technologies like AI, vision systems, and robotics enable manufacturers to improve production accuracy and...
    Podcast: A practical look at implementing time-sensitive networking in manufacturing
    In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, learn why successful implementation of time-sensitive networking takes careful planning, smart solutions, and a clear...
    Are smart tools giving electricians a leap in efficiency?
    Learn about the significant leap in efficiency, safety, and predictive maintenance capabilities offered by smart electrical tools.
    How system integrators are helping maintenance teams overcome a widening skills gap
    Industry's focus on extracting value from data is forcing operations to get their systems in order, and three CSIA-member integrators weigh in on what they're doing to support...
    How integrated asset health systems improve plant reliability and reduce costs
    Learn how integrated asset health systems can save time, improve production, and reduce downtime at your facility.
    System integration success: Lessons learned from 10 years in automation
    "The interesting thing to me is how interested academia is at every level in filling out the skills gap, the systems integration skills gap."
    Podcast: How major tech players are transforming manufacturing software solutions
    In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, Greg Martin discusses recent developments in systems integration and recaps his experience at IMTS.
    Podcast: Revolutionary robotics — From beach-cleaning bots to flamethrower dogs and more
    In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, Laura Davis covers an exciting array of robotic advancements.
    Podcast: Automation for all — How small and mid-size manufacturers can thrive by embracing new technologies
    In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, learn the five key benefits of automating and how companies of all sizes can benefit from adopting automation.
    Podcast: Debunking common fiber optic cable myths and misconceptions
    In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, learn whether fiber optic cables are right for your industrial network.
    Key considerations for cobots: Plan, install, operate, and maintain
    Cobots are an extension of your production systems, and these steps can help you integrate them fully into your operation.
    What is machine vision?
    A broad set of technologies is available to help automated processes where human visual perception and reaction would be impractical or impossible.
    Ransomware attacks are on the rise for industry
    Dragos report details how global tensions are driving both opportunity and cover for industrial cyber-criminals
    What do robots and precision maintenance have in common? The skills gap
    Chief editor Thomas Wilk says bridging the skills gap was a hot topics at two conferences in May.
    Manufacturing minute: 4 must-read articles on reshoring with robotics, digitizing legacy equipment, and more
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    Robotics gets a sweet upgrade with the world’s first edible robot cake
    It's just business: Manufacturing moves from Siemens, IFS, Noria, and more
    Roche invests $50B to expand pharmaceutical and diagnostics manufacturing facilities in multiple U.S. states 
    Triad Manufacturing invests $1.78M to expand custom retail display manufacturing facility in Missouri 
    LS GreenLink invests $681M to build submarine power cable manufacturing facility in Virginia 
    Novartis invests $23B to expand U.S. pharmaceutical manufacturing and open 7 new facilities 
    Maintenance Mindset: 5 metrics to help manufacturers navigate economic uncertainty