The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is essential for digital transformation in manufacturing, with the market expected to grow from $194 billion in 2024 to $286 billion by 2029. This growth is fueled by the need for process optimization and cost reduction, making it crucial to understand the key technologies shaping the sector.
The debate sparked by the "One Big, Beautiful" agenda bill highlighted the uncertainty of AI regulation and the absence of a national standard. A proposal was discussed to block state-level AI rules for the next ten years.
As global awareness of environmental issues has risen, manufacturers are increasingly under pressure to reduce their environmental impact while maintaining profitability.
The shift from environmental skepticism to optimism is driven by market demands for profitable, sustainable practices. Addressing environmental challenges is now essential for industries, impacting ecosystems, health, and corporate strategies.
Chroma once again presented the Anne Heidenthal Prize for Fluorescence Research to a young scientist who presents extraordinary research in the field of fluorescence imaging.
Ascential Technologies, a global provider of automated diagnostic, inspection, assembly and test systems and services across a wide range of industries, has hired Erik Petersen as regional director of Aerospace and Industrials (A&I) in the Americas.
In modern manufacturing, precision is crucial as complex parts become standard across various industries. Coordinate measuring machines (CMM), especially with 5-axis technology, are essential for meeting quality assurance demands.
Integrated digital inspection ecosystems eliminate manual programming, accelerate reporting, and empower teams to act on live data before parts drift out of specification.
Speed and traceability are vital in fast-paced manufacturing. Automation and digital integration enhance inspection workflows by streamlining CMM programming, generating compliant reports, and enabling real-time quality monitoring.
Critical Manufacturing, a leading provider of next-generation Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), has announced the acquisition of Convanit, an AI specialist focused on image-based analytics for high-tech manufacturing.
Here are four factors that I believe we as an industry need to closely study, honestly evaluate our contributions to, and commit to work towards—today.
Here are four factors that I believe we as an industry need to study closely, honestly evaluate our contributions to, and commit to working towards today.