Augmented reality provides a multiplier effect for improving the efficiency and quality of production and inspection processes. The industrial sector can gain effectiveness and efficiency while reducing errors and the additional costs generated, but it does not stop there.

Join us in celebrating 50 years since Bob Metcalfe invented Ethernet technology, but “industrialized” Ethernet is also celebrating its own milestone after passing the quarter century mark. So IEB reached out to industry experts for their perspective on the future of Industrial Ethernet and what to expect moving ahead.

It’s a big year for Ethernet as it celebrates its 50th anniversary. And the Ethernet Alliance has released its new 2023 Ethernet Roadmap showcasing Ethernet’s bright future as it continues to expand into new speeds and applications. We’re now at the half-century mark, but Ethernet’s star continues to rise.

The role of industrial Ethernet in factory networking is expanding, but how will it help to shape the industrial landscape? Here are ways the technology can help organizations and their operations.

Futureproof networking solutions are designed to help businesses seamlessly merge their IT and OT systems, and prepare them for transitioning to a digitalized future. Businesses can worry less about their industrial networks and focus on fully embracing digital transformation, so they can leverage digital innovations.

This Connectivity Showcase presents the viewpoints of eight industry experts. With Factory Automation Connectivity Solutions, manufacturers are collecting data in real-time to monitor, track, and optimize production processes, and improve safety, reduce downtime and increase production speed and efficiency.

Managed and unmanaged industrial Ethernet switches are the most common type of industrial power sourcing equipment to embed IEEE 802.3bt technology. Below are five reasons to upgrade your existing Industrial Ethernet switches to models with IEEE 802.3bt.

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Universal I/O is a relatively young technology that will continue to deliver value to process operators. Advances combined with the benefits of universal I/O will mean process operators can expect more efficient workflows and fewer headaches when deploying new and smarter process applications.

IoT remote monitoring is achieved using a data logger that provides a powerful tool and enables applications to become more intelligent and versatile. It can easily function as a data acquisition device to query PLCs and transmit information through NB-IOT/Cat-M1, lowering the cost of equipment construction and maintenance.