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Automation technologies related to discrete manufacturing industry verticals such as automotive, aerospace, industrial machinery, textiles, and electronics.

Articles

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Motion Control Advances Expand Assembly Possibilities

Insights on the impact of motion control technology suppliers’ integration of advanced technologies into core automation components such as actuators, controllers and sensors.
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Practical Lessons from AI-Driven Manufacturers

Insights from manufacturers that have already transformed their operations with AI indicate a preference for moving AI inference to the edge using vector stores and retrieval-...
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The Nexus of AI and Human-Centric Manufacturing

Filtering the hype and promise of AI against a deeper understanding of AI-readiness and operational maturity is critical.
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Digital Pneumatics Advance with Closed-Loop Control

Festo introduces its Controlled Pneumatics technology which features digital closed-loop control for applications ranging from welding and gripping to dispensing and pumping.
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BMW Uses Boston Dynamics' Spot Robot to Collect IoT Data

To help gather data for its facility digital twin, BMW has deployed the Spot quadruped mobile robot, equipped with IoT sensors, as a more cost-effective way to gather operating...
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Securing Safe Robotic Workplaces

Experts from Rockwell Automation and Siemens weigh in on the best ways to ensure safe operations to protect workers and equipment when deploying robots.
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Top Manufacturing Tech Applications in 2025

Six experts from across the industrial automation sector weigh in with their expectations about the technologies manufacturers will use most effectively this year.
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Why Asset Performance Management is Critical to Modern Manufacturing

By combining real-time monitoring, predictive analytics and proactive maintenance, APM shifts focus from reactive problem-solving to proactive performance optimization.

Products

Siemens Drive System

Drive System

The new Sinamics G115D is a drive system specifically designed for horizontal conveyor applications. The drive system comprises the motor, drive and gearbox in one unit and is...
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Ergonomic HMI Tablet Device

IDEC has introduced the new HT4P Safety Commander— an ergonomic device allowing users to safely hold a HMI tablet while providing power, networking and hardwired emergency stop...
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4K 3D Profile Laser Line Profile Sensor

The Z-Trak LP2C 3D profile sensor family for in-line 3D measurement and inspection applications is the latest member of Teledyne Dalsa’s Z-Trak family. The sensors deliver 4,096...
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3D Volume Sensor

The ZMX series 3D time of flight sensor provides a single sensor for volume monitoring. The ZMX sensor is installed over the bin to be filled and through the use of digital imaging...

Videos

2025 Manufacturing Technology Trends

What Lies Ahead for Manufacturing Tech in 2025?

Key trends in industrial workforce development, sustainability, and supply chain transformation using advanced robotics and manufacturing-specific AI.
Can Humanoid Robots Be Effective in Manufacturing?

Humanoid Robots in Manufacturing

Discover how humanoid robots are transforming modern manufacturing in this podcast discussion excerpt with Karthee Madasamy of MFV Partners, among the first investors in Agility...
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Get Up To Speed on Digital Twins

Discover the key differences between simulation and digital twin tech and how digital twins can be applied in manufacturing.
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What Software-Defined Automation Means for Industrial Automation

In this excerpt from the podcast with G Brooks-Zak of Outlier Automation, we get insights on what software-defined automaton is and how it can impact manufacturing. Listen to ...

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Big Data: What is it and How is Industry Using it?

A down-to-earth look at the technologies behind Big Data and advice from industry on using it.
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The Long Term Effects of Remote Access

As the virtual world creates new end user expectations, OEMs and technology suppliers are required to partner in new ways.
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Augmented Reality Gets to Work

Augmented reality technologies are proving to be an operator’s best friend in discrete and process manufacturing.
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Robotics, VR and AR Set the Pace for Automation

Innovations in Robotics, Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality lead to improvements in Automation.