Process

Automation technologies related to batch manufacturing and continuous processing, such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, oil and gas, and utilities.

Articles

diagram of Modbus system architecture
Modbus monitoring and data-logging devices help manufacturers of all sizes to access real-time insights, predictive maintenance, and integration with legacy equipment without needing to overhaul or replace legacy systems.
Reconciling data issues with agentic AI
Agentic AI is set to revolutionize manufacturing with its ability to autonomously simplify complex tasks and reconcile data issues. Learn how Aveva is applying agentic AI with...
engineer checking devices at a process plant
Process industry standards historically dictated that a separate platform be used for a safety system. But modern technology now enables fully integrated systems that can handle...
Aerosol canisters move through production at PLZ.
With distinct targets related to improving safety and product quality while increasing productivity and reducing scrap, PLZ Corp. expects its digital transformation process to...
Bill Mueller, Lucid Automation and Security
Some wonder if AI will replace PID control loops. The reality is that, instead of replacing PID, AI is stepping in to help keep things running smoothly without upending regulatory...
Eddy Azad, Parsec
Manufacturers in the food and beverage industry who successfully adopt AI will see the biggest benefits from the careful combination of computer vision for improved quality control...
Ryan Grove, Hargrove Controls & Automation
Understanding what AI can do to improve your production processes, how to prepare your operations data, and factors to consider when selecting AI technologies are all critical...
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industrial controllers and I/O
Despite the increased use of message brokers in communication methods such as MQTT, there remain plenty of industrial network setups that directly poll controllers for data. Here...

Products

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B&R shows adaptive solutions for laboratory operations at SLAS 2025
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FCI's Gas Master Sensor for the ST80 Series flow meters delivers accurate, repeatable gas flow measurement in the presence of even more moisture and condensation droplets.
2003np Alliancesensors
The LV-45 linear position sensors from Alliance Sensors Group are specifically designed for measuring applications requiring rugged devices.
SKF Fiber Optic Sensing uses optical fibers to measure forces in real time in difficult environments and without electronics.
SKF Fiber Optic Sensing uses optical fibers to measure forces in real time in difficult environments and without electronics.

Videos

AI copilots
Industrial AI copilots leverage LLM AI, but are trained on specific system data, providing tailored insights for operators and engineers.
Purdue Model Relevancy
New visions for the Purdue Model are helping it bridge the gap between manufacturing OT and IT.
Automation World MES Application Insights
At Maple Leaf Foods, MES served as the centerpiece of an Internet of Things initiative.
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This group of Emerson technologies includes Aventics pneumatics, Branson power supplies, Movicon SCADA/HMI, and PACEdge and PACSystems controllers and software.

Downloads

Awfaq3 Cybersecurity R2
Learn how to protect your company against bad cyber actors.