The landscape of industrial robotics in the U.S. saw interesting developments in 2023, as documented in the International Federation of Robotics’ World Robotics 2024 report. Despite witnessing a 5% decline in new industrial robot installations during the year, the total number of robots in active
Manufacturers often find themselves overwhelmed with vast amounts of data generated from various devices and systems within their operations. This data, collected from PLCs, HMIs, IoT sensors, and meters, holds critical information about machine performance, environmental conditions, and overall
The life sciences sector, encompassing pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and medical devices, is undergoing a revolutionary shift driven primarily by advancements in the Internet of Things (IoT). This technological leap is bridging the gap between traditional manufacturing processes and modern,
The additive manufacturing (AM) industry, once synonymous with rapid growth and innovation, is now experiencing a notable deceleration in workforce expansion. This trend is raising questions and concerns among industry stakeholders and workers alike. The central subject of analysis is the
The looming labor shortage in the manufacturing sector has forced many companies to look for innovative solutions. Plex, a Rockwell Automation company, has recently launched a connected worker solution designed to address these challenges. This advanced digital tool embedded within Plex’s
The manufacturing sector is on the brink of a significant transformation as it moves from Industry 4.0 to Industry 5.0. Industry 4.0, characterized by the integration of cyber-physical systems and the Internet of Things (IoT), has already modernized factories with advanced data analytics and highly
