As smart manufacturing continues towards Industry 4.0, the role of private 5G networks becomes increasingly pivotal. Moxa’s contributions in mitigating pain points and providing robust solutions position the company as a key player in shaping the future of connectivity in smart manufacturing.

Edge devices based on PLCnext Technology combine the robustness of proven industrial PCs with an open automation platform and intelligent IoT edge concepts can be built with this approach. By using edge devices to process and analyze the growing volumes of data, the entire value chain can be optimized.

Breaking down information and data silos by combining information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) helps companies significantly increase their performance, productivity, flexibility, and sustainability.

The merits of 5G wireless communications on the factory floor are obvious, but as with any networking technology that promises to disrupt the status quo, it will take time, resources, and a concerted effort to ensure all factories can benefit from the investment.

Paloma Irrigation and Drainage District reduces downtime and pump repair costs. Automation in particular and especially pump lubrication, minimized component wear and tear, leading to significantly fewer breakdowns and an estimated $300,000 annual cost reduction.

IoT’s integration into CNC machines promises unprecedented levels of efficiency and precision, reshaping traditional manufacturing processes. This article delves into how IoT elevates CNC technology, detailing its benefits, applications, and the challenges it brings.

PoE has evolved to support high-density, widely distributed industrial networks that increasingly rely on edge computing. PoE++ systems can now deliver up to 90W per port, enough to operate the newest and most power- hungry network IoT sensors, devices and controllers, reducing the dependence on traditional power outlets.

The most common determining factors in choosing which logic solver best fits a safety application in a SIS (Safety Instrumented System) are loop and point counts and the complexity of logic required for safety mitigation.

AUTBUS Broadband Bus technology stand at the forefront of industrial networking, representing the world’s first integration of Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) and IPv6 technologies into a two-wire broadband bus system.

Industry experts agree that the foundation of Industrial Ethernet solutions for factory automation remains laser-focused on smart connected machines, edge and cloud-based computing, the potential impact of AI technology and new products and tools that simplify the ongoing quest for IT-OT integration.