Iot Industry

What Separates IntelliFinishing Custom Coaters from Their Competition?

In the custom coating industry, differentiation is rarely about a single advantage. It is the combination of flexibility, capacity, quality controls, and competitive pricing that separates operators who can sustain long-term customer relationships from those who cannot. For IntelliFinishing custom c

Cranswick deploys Rockwell Automation robotics to hit 240 picks per minute on pigs-in-blankets line

UK food maker Cranswick replaced manual end-of-line packaging with an autonox Delta robot system that picks and places 240 sausages per minute.

93% of manufacturers have MES, but only 23% have fully integrated it across the enterprise

Rockwell Automation's new report of 1,560 manufacturers finds MES adoption is near-universal, but enterprise-wide integration remains the industry's defining ga

Most mid-sized manufacturers are stuck in AI pilot purgatory, Kaufman Rossin research finds

73% of manufacturing companies remain in AI testing phases, and not one has reached full operational deployment, per Kaufman Rossin research.

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.

93% of manufacturers have MES, but only 23% have fully integrated it across their enterprise

A Rockwell Automation report of 1,560 manufacturers finds the MES scaling gap is now the industry's defining operational challenge.

Automation adoption is surging at trade shows. Most US factories still haven't started.

Record attendance at Automate 2026 and new AI-lab deals signal industry momentum, but 80% of US manufacturing facilities still run zero automation.

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.

Robotics industry surges in mid-2026: AMRs, physical AI, and lab automation headline a busy fortnight

ABB, NVIDIA, Hugging Face, and a wave of startups push robotics deeper into warehouses, labs, farms, and data centers.

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

A Rockwell Automation survey of 1,560 decision-makers finds MES deployment is nearly universal, but enterprise-wide integration remains rare.

Robotics in manufacturing: five shifts defining factory floors in mid-2026

Physical AI, a massive automation gap, and a wave of new industrial partnerships are reshaping how manufacturers buy and deploy robotics in 2026.

Robotics roundup: humanoid test centers, drone scale, and inbound logistics automation signal a busier second half of 2026

From a Dutch humanoid application centre to ANRA's 55,000 monthly drone ops, enterprise robotics deployments are accelerating fast.

Automation industry roundup: sensors, software, and AI drive June 2026 product wave

From 3D Hall-effect sensors to wave energy AI, automation's biggest names shipped major product and platform updates in late June 2026.

Samsung commits to all-AI factories by 2030, setting a hard deadline for industrial transformation

Samsung plans to convert all manufacturing to AI-driven factories by 2030, deploying digital twins and specialized AI agents across quality, production, and log

Robotics, machine vision, and AI software lead automation industry's mid-2026 agenda

Automation World's latest coverage highlights AI-driven robotics, a $8.3B machine vision forecast, and a Siemens-Jabil U.S. facility plan.

Krazy Shawn’s USA Extravaganza

Join Kasa Controls & Automation’s Krazy Shawn for his USA Extravaganza! Krazy Shawn introduces Kasa’s state-of-the-art panel shop and highlights how Kasa is “blowing up low quality” with meticulously wired panels and UL certifications. Whether the need is panels built to specifications or custom designs, Kasa’s panels are unmatched in quality. Contact Shawn Cadman at…

The Future of Construction: Unpacking Modular Building

In a recent Getting Smart episode, Jim Dunn, President and Founder of Stack Modular, lent his insights into the evolving landscape of the modular construction industry. Here, we’ll dive deeper into the key takeaways from the conversation, offering a comprehensive look into the world of modular building and how it’s poised to disrupt the traditional…

Revolutionizing Automation – A Focus on Intralogistics with Siemens

Intralogistics expert Craig Henry, U.S. Industry Manager for Intralogistics at Siemens, joins Getting Smart and walks us through the rapidly evolving industrial landscape. Craig discusses how automation, robotics, and digitalization are critical for shaping the future of various sectors. So, what’s the current state of automation and robotics? Well, there’s a broad spectrum in that…

Driving More Honest Discussions in IoT

The Automation industry is adapting to digital problem-solving through open dialogue, peer-to-peer communication, and being present with customers and colleagues. To promote more authenticity and customer-centricity, it is important to be part of the conversation and show up with good intentions. Community building is essential for success, and the industry can learn from…

Cutting-Edge Robotic Manipulation: The Future of 3D Bin-Picking and Industrial Automation?

The robotics industry is growing – and fast. Predicted to hit $34 billion in the US this year, the robotics market is changing the way companies interact, factories assemble, and people work. The work behind these robots is no easy feat, it takes years, sometimes even decades to build the machines we rely on. So,…

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…

Where Blockchain is Breaking Out of Decentralized Finance

From video games to NFT art collectibles, tech companies are pushing the promise of block chain and leveraging its technology to build industry trust and community. I wanted to get the perspectives of a couple tech experts on how broader media industry use cases could set the tone for future blockchain applications. Lary Pang, the…

How to Power Innovation and Efficiency with Attention to the Little Things

On There’s More to IT, host Jason Claybrook and guests will explore some foundational questions about the technology that’s driving us all forward. Why do we build the stuff we build? What’s behind the scenes? Where are we falling short or putting revenue first? The days of post-trade show drinks and conversation are far from over….

The Security Behind Energy and Critical Infrastructure

On There’s More to IT, host Jason Claybrook and guests will explore some foundational questions about the technology that’s driving us all forward. Why do we build the stuff we build? What’s behind the scenes? Where are we falling short or putting revenue first? The days of post-trade show drinks and conversation are far from over….

Will Right to Repair Laws Open Up the Tech Industry?

Bringing together leaders, lawmakers and lawbreakers. Host Luke Fox explores how innovations in business and technology are redefining our trust in security measures.   Most people consider consumer electronics disposable. There’s always a new shiny version available, but do consumers really need a new phone or device every year? Should consumers just trust manufacturers? It’s a complex…

Clothing Retailers Fighting a Tremendous Supply and Demand Imbalance

Worldwide, unsold clothing stockpiles are skyrocketing. In fact, McKinsey estimates that the worldwide supply of unsold clothing is valued at anywhere from $168-$192 billion, a staggering figure that’s around double the normal levels. This backlog was largely spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic, adding to the variety of stressors retailers are already trying to navigate as…

Artificial Intelligence Challenge: These are the finalists for the 2021 KUKA Innovation Award

Innovations centered on the megatrend of artificial intelligence (AI): the finalists for the 2021 KUKA Innovation Award have been selected. Five teams convinced the international jury with their robotics concepts on the topic of AI. A monetary prize of 20,000 euro awaits the winner. AI is becoming increasingly important for industry – and the combination…

Works With Virtual Conference on September 9-10, 2020

Calling all engineers: The Works With Virtual Conference by Silicon Labs happens September 9-10, 2020. This free virtual event will bring together industry leaders, hardware engineers, application designers and developers for the largest smart home event dedicated to integrating smart home application designs with any hub or smart home ecosystem. Keith Nesrsta, South-Central Regional Sales…

Tank Talk: Navigating the Complex Challenges Faced by Retail Fuel Operators

Titan Cloud’s Clay Moore discusses how the company’s solution helps operators be agile in the face of an ever-shifting environment in terms of regulatory requirements, customer experience expectations and more. On this episode of Tank Talk, a Titan Cloud podcast, host Daniel Litwin was joined by Titan Cloud Software’s Director of Product Management Clay…

How IoT is Transforming the Security Industry and Making Everyone Safer

There are few experiences more alarming than being a victim of theft or burglary. Whether it’s your home, your car or your business, the violation of your valuables leaves behind an anxious feeling that is hard to shake. For this reason, investing in security is a top priority for many Americans. But how effective…