Siemens and ServiceNow have announced a new collaboration that debuted at the ServiceNow World Forum in Munich. The companies intend to enhance industrial cybersecurity and drive the integration of generative AI into shopfloor operations. This cooperation leverages Siemens’ Sinec Security Guard for industrial vulnerability management and the Siemens Industrial Copilot for generative AI-powered automation —…

HMS Networks AB, a global provider of industrial information and communication technology, has today entered into a binding agreement with DOGAWIST-Investment GmbH to acquire 100% of the shares in PEAK-System Technik GmbH, a well-established German provider of industrial communication solutions and experts within automotive communication technologies such as CAN and LIN. Strategic rationale The acquisition…

HMS Networks now announces the launch of the Anybus Defender Lineup, a suite of industrial network security appliances designed to safeguard critical infrastructures. As cyber threats increasingly target industrial environments, the Anybus Defender series provides a firewall to protect operational technology (OT) networks. Specifically designed for Industrial Control Systems, the primary use cases are network…

Norwegian energy producer Equinor has chosen Emerson to provide advanced well completion monitoring systems for its Rosebank oil and gas field development offshore in the United Kingdom. Emerson’s suite of Roxar downhole monitoring tools will empower Equinor to use advanced oil recovery techniques, optimize reservoir performance, and verify well integrity in real-time. The Rosebank field…

The Ewon remote solutions from HMS Networks have always prioritized security. Recently, the Ewon Cosy+, a solution for remote access, was assessed against IEC 62443-4-2 criteria by NVISO, a globally recognized cybersecurity expert, for cybersecurity. As the industry evolves, so do the standards of excellence, with IEC 62443 emerging as the benchmark for cybersecurity in…

The Ewon remote solutions from HMS Networks have always prioritized security. Recently, the Ewon Cosy+, a solution for remote access, was assessed against IEC 62443-4-2 criteria by NVISO, a globally recognized cybersecurity expert, for cybersecurity. As the industry evolves, so do the standards of excellence, with IEC 62443 emerging as the benchmark for cybersecurity in…

Southco has introduced a new R4-50 Heavy-Duty Electronic Rotary Latch with an integrated sensor and sealed electronic actuation, expanding its rotary latch line with options offering increased security and remote access control for demanding environments. Offering high security, quick actuation speed, and exceptional cycle life, the latest addition to the Heavy-Duty Rotary Latch line is…

Following years of technical development and operational implementation design, Siemens introduces SIBERprotect for protection of critical infrastructure and OT systems at various industrial concerns, including power plants, water treatment facilities, all types of discrete manufacturing enterprises, military depots, data centers, and control stations. SIBERprotect brings the SOAR (Security, Orchestration, Automation, Response) concept to cyber-physical systems…

Mitsubishi Electric Automation Inc. has closely collaborated with Dispel, a software provider for secure, remote connectivity in OT environments, to provide customers with solutions to grant on-site zero-trust network access from remote locations securely. Facilities can connect to the remote region through Dispel-enabled Mitsubishi Electric iQ-R Series WinCPU R102WCPU-W or the RD55UP12-V C Intelligent Function…

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc.’s new teach pendant, R86T6, evolved from the conventional, high-performance teach pendant to deliver customizable and intuitive functions to OEMs and end users alike. The R86TB is designed with a 10.1-in. high-definition display so that any function can be easily visible and accessed from the customizable HOME screen or page list. Major…

Carlo Gavazzi is announcing its latest product for the EV transportation market, the new and innovative DCT Series DC Energy Meter, targeted to meet or exceed the emerging and growing DC metering requirements in fast chargers for Electric Vehicles (EV DC Fast Charging). The near future for EV charging applications features fast, ultra-fast, and hyper-fast…

Eaton recently introduced the Power Xpert quality event analysis system (PXQ), a power quality monitoring solution that sets the benchmark in performance, adaptability, and user experience. With an unwavering commitment to innovation, Eaton’s PXQ is helping to redefine the landscape of power quality analysis, offering an array of features that empower users to enhance efficiency,…

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and industrial automation, today launched a Managed Security Services (MSS) offering to help customers in operational technology (OT) environments address the increased cyber risk associated with the demand for remote access and connectivity technologies. With the manufacturing industry reporting the highest share of cyberattacks…

Emerson, a global software and engineering leader, is improving perimeter security for the DeltaV distributed control system (DCS) with its new NextGen Smart Firewall, a purpose-built control system firewall designed to provide easy-to-install and easy-to-maintain perimeter security for all industries. More ruggedized construction, increased bandwidth, and role-based access provide users with increased performance and more…

Global technology and engineering provider Emerson will exhibit advanced automation solutions at Hannover Messe, one of the world’s largest trade fairs. This year, the event takes place April 17th to 21st. During the event, Emerson experts will show attendees how to access and harness critical data of their machines, production lines, or their full production…

The food industry is booming — especially the fresh food business on the Internet. More and more fresh and processed foods, as well as ready-to-eat meals and convenience products, are being ordered online and must be produced and packaged with speed, efficiency, and tight control of hygienic conditions to maintain food quality. This calls for…

With the integration of OPC UA Reverse Connect into its dataFEED OPC Suite Extended V5.22, Softing enables secure communication between OPC UA components in OT and IT that are separated by firewalls or DMZs. dataFEED OPC Suite Extended is an all-in-one solution for OPC communication and cloud connectivity, providing access to controllers and IoT devices…

Rockwell Automation launched the new Threat Detection Managed Services offering in early 2022, providing customers with application-level, real-time monitoring and response services to help detect, identify, contain, eradicate, and recover from a cyber incident. The Threat Detection portfolio is evolving to offer new services that will enable Rockwell Automation to better meet its customers’ needs…

White Cap Supply Holdings has released its inaugural sustainability report. The company serves as a one-stop shop providing concrete accessories and chemicals, tools and equipment, as well as building materials and fasteners. It is dedicated to responsible and sustainable work. This new report, titled “Building Trust through our Commitments,” outlines White Cap’s priorities, milestones, and…

SICK is launching Monitoring Box, the latest offering to curate, visualize, and analyze status data from SICK sensors. Effective and timely condition monitoring is essential to the success of any factory or logistics center. But how do you accurately monitor machinery to know when maintenance is required before a fault occurs? To solve this challenge,…

Curtiss-Wright’s Actuation Division announced that it recently completed and delivered upgrades to the Jet Blast Deflector (JBD) and Barricade Stanchion actuators used in Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment (ALRE) system onboard the US Navy’s Ford-class carrier constructed and supplied by HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding division. The upgrades were part of…

Today’s industry leaders consider digital thread initiatives a top priority. When stacked up against fifteen other technologic, strategic, and economic trends, participants of PTC’s State of Digital Thread survey identified digital thread as the second most impactful, trailing only supply chain agility and ahead of typical headliners like artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, the evolving workforce, and…

Herrmann Ultrasonics has provided a new dimension of communication and ergonomics in ultrasonic welding with the introduction of the new HiQ product line. The HiQ G2 is the first series-produced premium ultrasonic welding system to possess the flexibility of a customized machine. The minutely revamped controller software connects the operator with the machine. All machine…

Schneider Electric unveiled new solutions for packaging machine builders at PACK EXPO 2019 in Las Vegas. These innovations, including the Modicon M262 IIoT-ready controller, the TeSys Island digital load management system and the EcoStruxure Machine Expert software platform, offer new levels of efficiency, reliability and insight into machine commissioning and operations. Each of these new…

Advantech announced the release of its WISE-710 data gateway. Powered by an NXP i.MX 6 DualLite processor and equipped with 2 x GbE, 3 x COM, 4 x digital inputs/outputs, 1 x micro USB, and 1 x micro SD, WISE-710 provides the ideal solution for connecting legacy equipment to new mesh networks. Aimed at harsh…