Industrial Ai

South Korea commits $7.5 billion to AI-autonomous manufacturing as smart factory count hits 30,000

South Korea's government is pouring billions into AI-driven smart factory expansion, with 30,000 facilities now live and 100 AI manufacturing zones targeted by

Industrial real estate roundup: USMCA trade risk, Long Island leasing surge, and the power-supply crunch reshaping logistics

USMCA uncertainty, a 54% Long Island leasing jump, and power constraints are pulling industrial real estate in three directions at once.

How Precision Engineering and Regulatory Complexity Shape the Future of Rubber Manufacturing

In an era where precision manufacturing often hides behind the simplicity of everyday products, the world of rubber components offers a striking reminder that complexity frequently lives beneath the surface. What appears to be a modest gasket or sealing element is, in reality, the product of highly specialized engineering, rigorous testing, and an…

Inside TekniPlex Gaggiano: How Specialized Manufacturing and Precision Engineering Define a True Center of Excellence

Manufacturing excellence today is less about scale alone and more about precision, control, and adaptability—especially in industries where even microscopic inconsistencies can have outsized consequences. As global supply chains grow more complex and regulatory standards tighten, facilities that invest in specialized processes and contamination control are quietly becoming the backbone of innovation. Segregated…

Full-Plant, Totally Integrated Grain Automation Results in More Efficiency, Less Manpower

Full-plant, totally integrated automation system results in more efficiency, less manpower plus Kasa provides 24/7 service after the sale.  Since 1974, Kasa Controls & Automation has provided turnkey control systems, automation and system integration for the grain industry. Kasa worked with Cooperative Producers, Inc. (CPI), to update the control system for their Fairmont Nebraska grain…

Liquid vs. Powder Coating: Which Finishing System is Right for Your Operation?

Liquid paint systems or Powder paint systems? When you’re looking to upgrade or automate your finishing system, the “Liquid vs. Powder” debate is usually the first hurdle. If you’re currently running manual lines for both, or considering a move from liquid to powder, the choice can feel like a trade-off between efficiency and flexibility. As…

Chainless Conveyor Motion

Overhead Friction-Driven Conveyor for Finishing IntelliFinishing automated, complete finishing systems features a cutting-edge conveyor that offers a superior alternative to traditional power & free systems—without the need for a chain. This friction-driven conveyor uses a spinning drive tube to propel the carrier. The trolley assembly’s wheels are angled, enabling the carrier to move forward or…

IntelliFinishing Provides High-Level Automation for Hyster-Yale

Hyster-Yale is a world-renowned name in the forklift truck industry and has carved out a space as the United States’ leading manufacturer. Hyster-Yale forklift trucks are used around the globe by just about any industrial operation needing robust material handling, meaning the company needs solutions that help maintain a production capacity that satisfies that demand…

How to Clean Large Corridors Faster

In many industrial and CNC environments, cleaning routines quietly drain productivity because teams rely on tools designed for much smaller spaces. Upsizing something as simple as a mop—from a 16-inch head to a 36-inch, purpose-built option—can dramatically reduce fatigue while helping crews cover more ground in less time. It’s a reminder that operational efficiency…

Unveiling Cutting-Edge Automation in Rail Terminals: Rice County Terminal and MKC Case Study

Discover how Rice County Terminal and MKC revolutionized their operations using KASA’s advanced automation system. Understand how this automation translates into significant improvements in operational efficiency and increased productivity. What You’ll Learn – Unpacking the Role of Lawson Hemberger, Director of Rail Terminals at MKC – The Powerful Partnership with KASA Automation Group and…

Industry Leaders Endorse IntelliFinishing for Efficiency, Quality & High Production Capability

Manufacturers gain competitive advantage through customizable finishing systems that adapt to unique production demands

Greenheck’s Advanced HMI System: The Key to Streamlined and Automated Operations

A simplified interface unlocks production efficiency by reducing training time and eliminating bottlenecks across manufacturing stages

IntelliFinishing: The Smart Solution for Efficiency in Industrial Painting

Automated finishing systems help manufacturers eliminate costly errors while handling diverse part sizes on a single production line

From Fabrication to Paint: Faster and Safer with IntelliFinishing and Hytrol Conveyor Integration

Manufacturers cut production bottlenecks and workplace injuries by synchronizing finishing systems with automated conveyor networks

Hytrol’s Conveyorized Product Delivery System Streamlines Material Handling & Boosts Productivity

Automated conveyor systems eliminate inefficient manual transport methods while synchronizing operations with downstream processes like painting

The DisruptED World of Advanced Manufacturing at Bridgestone-Firestone (Ep. 2 with Cara Krstolic)

How a legacy tire manufacturer is reinventing production to meet the sustainability demands of a carbon-conscious world

Bridging the Skills Gap: BILT Transforms Workforce Training & Development with AR and VR Solutions

Immersive training technologies are helping trade industries overcome critical workforce shortages while dramatically improving skill retention rates

STOT ME- 6th Annual Shutdowns & Turnarounds Conference 2024

Industry leaders gather in Saudi Arabia to share critical strategies for maximizing efficiency during plant maintenance operations

Honeywell Unveils Generative AI Tool: Maintenance Assist

The industrial giant taps generative AI to help maintenance teams work faster and smarter across warehouse operations

On the Conveyor Belt of Progress: What is in Store for DCS in 2024

Strategic acquisitions and technology integrations position this material handling leader to reshape logistics efficiency standards in 2024

Roadmap into the Future of Intelligent Manufacturing: How Can Companies Navigate Automation and the Workforce?

Companies can harness AI-driven production systems while strategically upskilling their workforce to remain competitive in tomorrow's factories

RIG-A-LITE’s LED Lighting Solutions are a Game-Changer for Industrial Safety

Specialized LED lighting designed for hazardous industrial environments transforms safety standards while reducing operational costs

Unpacking Peak: How to Turn Your Current Operational Pains Into Future Gains

Warehouse leaders can harness peak season bottlenecks as catalysts for implementing automation that drives lasting operational efficiency

Prepare Your Cooling Towers for Winter

Freezing temperatures can cripple operations and drain budgets, making winter preparation essential for facility managers

What is a Digital Planning Twin?

Manufacturers can simulate their entire business operations virtually to optimize production strategies and unlock hidden efficiencies across their value chain

Operational Excellence: The Technetics Commitment to Quality and Service

A seal manufacturer's unwavering commitment to supply chain resilience keeps critical industries moving forward

DisruptED: Generative Design And The Future of Advanced Manufacturing, Part 1

Algorithms are reshaping product development as manufacturers race to capture share of a nearly trillion-dollar market

Several Brains Behind the Future of Automation, AI, and Robotics Explore Manufacturing That Will Transform the Industry

Industry leaders debate how emerging technologies will reshape manufacturing and workforce dynamics over the next decade

Driving Automation: Automating Workflows in the Parcel Post and Distribution Fulfillment Industries

Think back to ten years ago when same-day delivery was a rarity; today, nobody bats an eye at its prevalence. Dan VanderAkker, Vice President of Kasa, joined Host Daniel Litwin to explain how workflow automation in the parcel post and distribution fulfillment industries is contributing to this trend. Workflow automation is essential for timely delivery…

How to Choose the Right Partner for Your Control Panel Build

For over four decades, Kasa Controls & Automation has been leading the charge in providing turnkey industrial controls and automation engineering expertise to a wide range of manufacturers and industries, including automotive, grain handling automation, sheet metal, paint shops and industrial equipment. Kasa’s longevity and prowess make it the perfect partner for building electrical panel…