Tucker Energy Services set out on a development program to replace an aging data acquisition system, improve their limited visibility and data sharing, reduce their dependence on third-party solutions and eliminate inaccurate/nonexistent level sensing in fluid tanks.

Metal machining is a standard process in the manufacturing of parts for the automotive sector. This is where digitalization in manufacturing can help to optimize process flows and boost efficiency. In its production work, Schlote Group utilizes the edgeConnector 840D from Softing to monitor tool life in its machining centers.

Heat treatment machinery OEM Mercer Technologies continues to innovate, adding energy cost per part. Using energy monitoring, the company is able to calculate in real time how much it costs to heat treat parts, and can accurately and effectively assign the cost of energy to the production of a particular…

PC-based control and EtherCAT have combined to automate a compact sporting goods test machine. The system delivers precise measurement results using standard components from the automation specialist, and hardware costs were cut by around 4,000 U.S. dollars per machine.

Wireless connectivity and positioning technologies address the growing need for high-performance positioning systems which reduce operational costs and maximize sustainability by optimizing inventory management along with material and people flows.

Integrating industrial-grade wireless connectivity enabled chocolate manufacturer, Ulmer Schokoladen, to increase productivity, enhance the agility of production lines and deliver a new level of flexibility. The end result is that they to continue offer customers the best quality products, even in higher-paced production.

Nucor factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition solutions. The challenge was how, at a reasonable cost, to aggregate all process information from equipment and PLCs and then successfully exchange that information with corporate SCADA and ERP systems.

The possibility of access to relevant data and use of a virtually unlimited remote management system from any place with Internet access is becoming indispensable for modern production management. High flexibility appears to be one of the best characteristics for the entire system as well.

An XTS-based assembly line uses an advanced automation control system to minimize the machine footprint for automotive industry customers. After a second modernization project, two different types of pumps can be produced on a highly condensed assembly line with the same small footprint.

Brewery-specific ABB Ability™ BeerMaker intelligent process control solution will support safety and quality improvements, boost productivity and raise operational efficiency