4 reasons a single, integrated distributed control system is key for industrial operations

Credit to Author: Robyn Buckland| Date: Wed, 18 Oct 2023 14:00:00 +0000

A long-standing adage in industrial manufacturing says, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” That sage wisdom has caused many manufacturing facilities to delay system modernization or take advantage of the time-saving, reliability, and efficiency benefits of software-centric systems. The need to re-evaluate available technology…

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Green Hydrogen and CCUS: Crafting Sustainable Energy Solutions with Industry Support

Credit to Author: Rajesh Sharma| Date: Wed, 18 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000

In the realm of sustainable energy solutions, the collaboration between green hydrogen and Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) stands as a potent strategy with transformative potential. This dynamic synergy not only addresses carbon emissions but also propels industries towards a greener future. As we…

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How to save energy – and possibly your business – by making your industrial assets work better and smarter

Credit to Author: Gwenaelle Avice Huet| Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Work hours slashed, staff laid off, operations shut down completely – these are just some of the possible business consequences when energy costs soar beyond operational feasibility. And today’s volatile energy environment is threatening the profitability and viability of many industrial enterprises in Europe and…

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Manufacturing growth in Turkey: Removing hurdles to OEM and end-user success

Credit to Author: Ömer Özbak| Date: Wed, 04 Oct 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Over the last 25 years, as General Manager of Botek Automation, I have witnessed many industrial automation evolutions and trends in Turkey. Our nation has emerged as an important manufacturing and distribution hub, bridging Europe and Asia. Turkey positions itself in the global value chain…

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Smart operations: Why the future is now

Credit to Author: Ali Haj Fraj| Date: Mon, 02 Oct 2023 19:20:50 +0000

In a post-pandemic world that has become increasingly uncertain, so too has consumer behavior. According to new research from Accenture, 72% of consumers say that external factors – such as climate change, economic instability and political unrest – are impacting our lives more now than…

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Digital transformation in industrial process automation — How to break the barriers

Credit to Author: Michael Martinez| Date: Mon, 18 Sep 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Digital transformation implementation in the industrial automation space is often more difficult than traditional change management efforts. Research confirms that nearly 75% of digital transformation efforts fall short, but why? One reason is that after a conventional distributed automation system (DCS) is installed and commissioned,…

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How will electrification reduce mining’s large carbon footprint? 

Credit to Author: Frederic Godemel| Date: Thu, 14 Sep 2023 12:31:51 +0000

The mining industry is responsible for around 4% to 7% of global CO2 emissions  The mining industry plays a vital role in the global economy and is a key enabler of the global energy transition. However, it has traditionally relied heavily on fossil fuels, such…

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Are machine builders agile enough to stay relevant in the face of changing consumer needs?

Credit to Author: Ali Haj Fraj| Date: Fri, 08 Sep 2023 19:00:00 +0000

Recent research by Accenture calls for companies to see consumers through the context of their own lives, rather than as ‘walking wallets’. In our post-pandemic world customers’ lives are impacted by so many different factors and needs are changing fast. Influences such as climate change,…

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