TECH FLASH When supply chains are disrupted, the cloud can keep you connected Unexpected supply chain disruption can cause big problems if all stakeholders aren’t on the same page. Shane O'Halloran September 25, 2013 Cloud technology can help companies keep track of inventory, productivity or the availability of alternative suppliers even when disaster strikes.Read More
TECH FLASH FDT approved as national automation standard of China The approval will allow multinational companies to deploy automation platforms on a global scale. Shane O'Halloran September 25, 2013 Adoption of the standard should improve device integration and asset management capabilities.Read More
TECH FLASH ISA urges inclusion of ANSI/ISA99 in national cybersecurity framework Automation Federation has worked closely with the government in an advisory capacity. Shane O'Halloran September 25, 2013 The National Institute of Standards and Technology has spearheaded the campaign.Read More
TECH FLASH Five keys for low-temperature valve and fluid automation device selection When temperatures drop, will your valves and fluid automation devices hold up? Shane O'Halloran September 11, 2013 From selection and delivery to operations and maintenance, low temperatures can cause problems for fluid automation devices and valves.Read More
Continuous Improvement Continuous Improvement: Culture transformation Through methodical, and at times surgical, application of a continuous improvement framework, Snyder’s-Lance’s Columbus team made a full organizational transformation in only one year. Greg Flickinger September 11, 2013 Performance was not the focus, but became the outcome.Read More
TECH FLASH New ISA99 standard addresses risks of IT cybersecurity solutions As industrial automation and controls systems become more complex, so do vulnerabilities. Shane O'Halloran August 28, 2013 A new security standard describes best practices for implementing cybersecurity solutions.Read More
TECH FLASH ARC Advisory Group announces Industry Forum 2014 agenda Those responsible for evaluating new technologies and best practices should attend. Shane O'Halloran August 28, 2013 The event will feature more than 10 programs and 35 sessions.Read More
TECH FLASH Cybersecurity tech pack now available for download The pack includes a variety of resources to help operators improve cybersecurity defenses. Shane O'Halloran August 28, 2013 Technical papers and two complete reference books are included.Read More
TECH FLASH New hyperspectral sensor-based system for potato processors helps sorting The technology can help identify problems in a potato’s chemical composition before processing. Shane O'Halloran August 14, 2013 By identifying issues like sugar ends before cooking, processors save time and money.Read More
Robotics Is there a robot in your line’s future? Robots aren’t all things to all people, but in the right place, they can be a big time and labor saver. Wayne Labs August 7, 2013 Robots can help increase overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), which improves a processor’s bottom line. Read More