Industrial Systems

FFRA’s California film recycling pilots run through Nov. 30 to track warehouse wrap recovery

FFRA launched two California pilots using Rack n’ Pack systems to test commercial film collection via 1-800-GOT-JUNK? routes and Shorr Packaging’s warehouse

A Micro LED chipmaker just raised nearly 100 million RMB, and lighting specs are getting stricter

VIJO’s new funding highlights a shift: buyers are moving from “LED equals LED” to driver design, thermal headroom, and controls integration.

Custom Coaters Making More Revenue Due to IntelliFinishing System

Some custom coaters are experiencing a significant uptick in revenue thanks to the implementation of their IntelliFinishing systems. Equipped with high volume capacity and enhanced flexibility, the system allows coaters to undertake and efficiently manage larger contracts that were previously unatta

Can a Finishing System adapt to fluctuating labor availability?

Labor shortages have become a pressing issue across many sectors, including manufacturing, where the availability of skilled workers is increasingly precarious. As businesses strive to maintain productivity and efficiency, the adoption of automated solutions has proven to be a viable strategy to cou

Conveyorized Finishing Systems that are Expandable and Scalable

In today's industrial landscape, flexibility and scalability are essential attributes for manufacturing systems. As labor shortages continue to impact various sectors, companies are turning towards automation to maintain efficiency and productivity. Conveyorized finishing systems, like the one offer

The importance of Data in a Conveyorized Finishing System

In conveyorized finishing operations, the volume of data generated across a single production shift is substantial. Paint batches, carrier timestamps, load bar launches, line speeds, and process recipes all produce records that can either be captured and used or quietly lost. For finishing operation

IntelliFinishing Systems Adapt Better When Labor is Short

Labor availability has become one of the most persistent operational challenges across manufacturing. Recruiting skilled workers, particularly in specialized roles like painting and finishing, is difficult in most markets. For facilities running traditional finishing lines, a single absent employee

AI safety agents hit zero misses in first industrial trials as automation sector accelerates

Industrial AI safety deployments achieve a perfect recommendation capture rate in early trials, while automation launches and leadership moves signal a sector i

Roland Berger forecasts 6-9% annual growth as industrial automation shifts from traditional systems to intelligent platforms

Industrial automation is entering a five-year growth cycle, but humanoid hype at Automate 2026 is outpacing what factory floors can actually deploy today.

AI kaizens, agentic systems, and pricing pressure: what manufacturers are actually doing with industrial AI in 2026

From TE Connectivity's AI vision gains to outcome-based pricing debates, industrial AI is moving from pilot to operational reality across the plant floor.

73% of mid-market manufacturers are still testing AI, with zero at full deployment

New Kaufman Rossin survey data reveals most mid-market manufacturers are stuck in AI experimentation, held back by siloed data and legacy ERP systems.

Analog Devices maps the semiconductor case for physical intelligence in industrial automation

ADI's Fiona Treacy lays out how AI-driven physical intelligence and humanoid robotics are reshaping factory systems and semiconductor demand.

Rockwell Automation report: 93% of manufacturers have MES, but only 23% have fully integrated it

A Rockwell Automation survey of 1,560 manufacturers finds MES adoption is nearly universal, but enterprise-wide integration remains the defining gap.

The automation visibility gap: why FactoryOps is becoming the missing layer in manufacturing stacks

Heavily automated plants still lose margin to blind spots. A new operations layer called FactoryOps is closing the gap without replacing existing PLCs or SCADA.

93% of manufacturers have MES, but only 28% have deployed it enterprise-wide

Rockwell Automation's 2026 survey of 1,560 manufacturers finds near-universal MES adoption masking a deep integration gap that caps AI and operational value.

Most mid-market manufacturers are stuck in AI pilot mode, and their data infrastructure is why

No manufacturer has reached full AI operation, per Kaufman Rossin's survey. Legacy ERP and siloed data are the core blockers to scale.

Regal Rexnord targets flexible automation cells with integrated motion portfolio

Regal Rexnord's latest motion systems let one cobot cover up to 10 meters of horizontal range, cutting hardware count in flexible manufacturing cells.

Fanuc, Kawasaki, and Stellantis anchor a wave of industrial AI partnerships reshaping factory floors

Major robotics and auto brands are embedding AI into production systems, with imitation learning and digital twins changing how factories operate.

Factory automation's deployment gap: new products flood the market as 80% of US facilities remain unautomated

A striking automation gap persists in US manufacturing even as vendors roll out edge AI, resilient edge platforms, and smarter vision systems at Automate 2026.

Physical AI and embodied robotics headline manufacturing's mid-2026 intelligence push

From physical AI closing the simulation gap to embodied robotics fighting margin pressure, manufacturing's mid-2026 agenda centers on operational intelligence.

FANUC America debuts Cobot and Go booth with rapid-deployment automation at Automate 2026

FANUC America is showing pre-engineered collaborative robot systems built for rapid deployment at a dedicated Cobot and Go booth at Automate 2026 in Chicago.

Why Connectivity Has Become the Cornerstone of Modern Industrial Automation

Industrial automation is in the middle of a profound shift, as manufacturers push beyond basic control toward fully connected, data-driven operations that bridge the plant floor and the enterprise. What began years ago as early experiments in digital transformation—simply getting PLC data into IT systems—has now accelerated into a critical business imperative fueled by…

Navigating the Future of Warehouse Automation and ASRS With HAI Robotics

As e-commerce continues to reshape the landscape of logistics and fulfillment, businesses are turning to Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS) to streamline operations and bolster efficiency. With industry experts like Hunter Senn of Hai Robotics leading the conversation, businesses are seeking clarity on the benefits and implementation of these sophisticated systems. ASRS are not…

3M Brings Innovation to the Manufacturing Supply Chain Environment

Exciting insights from Carl Doeksen, Global Robotics and Automation Director at 3M, on the changing landscape of robotics and automation. “Automation is the key to staying competitive in the B2B landscape. By fostering a culture of innovation, collaborating closely with customers, and leveraging diverse expertise, businesses can position themselves as leaders in their respective industries.”…

ISC West: Security System Developers Say Modules and End-User Focus Will Be Key in 2023

LenelS2 seeks to secure the world along with the people they protect by putting cyber first and building trust with Element Solutions while preparing for the future of SMART.  LenelS2 is a global leader in advanced security systems and solutions, providing a wide range of products and services to help organizations protect their assets and…

Completely Connected Systems with Zach Supalla

An all-in-one connectivity platform is essential to make the most of IoT devices. Zach Supalla, Founder & CEO at Particle, joined Industrial IoT’s Mat Ackley to talk about Particle’s Platform as a Service model, which makes it easy to build connectivity between IoT software and hardware.  The oil & gas industry is one market segment…

Fiberside Chat: When the Sun Sets on a Fiber Networking System

As companies continue to grow digitally, many successful fiber network management systems and technologies are reaching the end of their lives. But what do new technology solutions look like, and what are the risks and rewards of change? Michael Measels, VP of product management at 3-GIS, gives his insights. When a company’s technology stack reaches…

Consider APIs as part of your fiber network management strategy

Guests Michael Measels, Vice President of Product Management at 3-GIS, and Matt Sherrod GTM Americas Service Provider, from Blue Planet, joined Host Hilary Kennedy to discuss customers’ desired shift from traditional models of fiber network management to open systems. The desire for openness is driven by its ability to deliver complex services faster, generate…

The Raspberry of My Eye: Electronics Engineers Vote on Raspberry Pi as Favorite SBC

Linux-based Raspberry Pi is one of the most frequently used and tinkered-with single board computers on the market. From low-cost web server hosting, to commercial content distribution, Pi appeals to hobbyists and professionals alike. Even though the most recent iteration gets some flack for USB issues and overheating, and its open-source ecosystem doesn’t meet…

Giving Input on the European Commission’s Upcoming IoT Security Law

The European Commission has introduced new regulations regarding the security of IoT devices. Experts have been weighing in and providing their thoughts on the new regulations, and we wanted to open the door for more — so we turned to our expert: Ruari McCallion, the host of All Systems Go, to get his thoughts on…