Despite the back-and-forth nature of the fight against COVID-19, we are seeing both industry leaders and regulators talk more about the return to “normalcy” – but normal does not necessarily mean a return to the way things were done, especially in light of the changes and lessons that this epidemic has forced on the industry.

An inside look at how technology advancements are making automation solutions more accessible to warehouse and logistic operators of all sizes.

The march of the fourth industrial revolution in manufacturing does not show any signs of slowing. Nor does it need much introduction as we see such technological trends as digitalization, robotics, autonomous mobile platforms, and artificial intelligence already transforming production processes.

Digi-Key Electronics, which offers the world’s largest selection of in-stock and ready-to-ship electronic and automation components, announced that it has secured a distribution partnership with Siemens to offer their wide range of automation and control products.

Recent events such as the Maersk Eindhoven and Essen container losses in the Pacific have put into sharp focus the need for digitalisation in the cargo market. Until recently, the data has not been available, but this is quickly changing. The author examines why the market must grasp the benefits that data can deliver.

PETRONAS selected OASE purple technology for floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) project.

The SoftAI system will address the most pressing challenge for the food industry, i.e. the inability to meaningfully automate operations.

The Quantron AG is launching its own QUANTRON vehicle, the electric QUANTRON 12 metre low-floor bus, at the end of this year.

The author highlights how manufacturing companies in every industry can leverage AR/VR to facilitate efficient equipment management and optimise the production process, as well as usher in the next era of manufacturing, which is Industry 4.0.