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Editor's Pick: Featured Article
Flexible Training Options Help Bridge Skills Gap
Having a workforce that’s well trained on current technologies and equipment is critical for any manufacturer. When workers lack necessary skill sets, they are more likely to make expensive mistakes that result in costly downtime. Without proper training, employees are also less productive and have lower job satisfaction. They often feel as though they aren’t moving forward in their career and get discouraged. In addition, the correlation between well-trained workers and a safer manufacturing environment shouldn’t be overlooked.
Clearly, the importance of industrial training must be a key consideration for employers. Unfortunately, developing a workforce with necessary knowledge isn’t always easy. A variety of factors are creating a serious skills gap, and many companies are struggling to find ways to address the challenges.
Latest Articles
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ABB: EC Titanium Integrated Motor Drive
The EC Titanium integrated motor drive by ABB promises ‘synchronous reluctance and permanent magnet technologies for a sustainable, wirelessly connected solution that improves customers bottom line.’ According to Global Product Manager, Mark Gmitro, the product was inspired by direct customer feedback requesting an IE5 efficient product, that could function as a drop-in replacement for standard NEMA mounted motors.
As new system efficiency regulations emerged, ABB responded to the demand with the development of the EC Titanium motor, integrated drive, and motor product line.
Product News
The Toshiba QX7 adjustable speed drive is designed for HVAC applications where harmonic content is ...
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MR-JE family of products leverages advanced functionality such as true one-touch auto-tuning, ...
The U1000 Industrial Configured Drive package provides all the low harmonic and regenerative ...
Thanks to the new-generation LayoutFAST toolset from Schneider Electric, specifiers, engineers ...
Today’s complex vehicles include more connectors than ever, which brings a higher risk of failure ...
New Product
Regal Introduces Tag-It Asset Management Program powered by Perceptiv intelligence, Adding to Company’s IoT Offerings
Regal Beloit Corporation, a major manufacturer of electric motors, electrical motion controls, power generation and power transmission components, recently announced the introduction of its Tag-It program for asset management. Part of the Regal internet of things (IoT) offering, the Tag-It program creates a path for continuous facility improvement by enabling faster maintenance and simplifying the MRO procurement process.
In addition, users can easily add Perceptiv diagnostic services remote monitoring to keep an eye on critical equipment. This 24/7 monitoring technology will help customers increase equipment reliability and maximize production.
Latest News
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ABB has provided electrification, connected control and operations management systems, ...
With interest in driverless cars increasing all the time, and with car manufacturers looking for ...
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Daily News
Honeywell Intelligrated Webinar Series Explores Strategies To Help Distribution Centers Reach Lifecycle Management Goals
With warehouses and distribution centers becoming more automated, traditional lifecycle management programs are proving inadequate for reducing unplanned disruptions and increasing reliability. To help these businesses think strategically about maximizing uptime, Honeywell recently announced a webinar series to help these businesses consider a holistic approach to lifecycle management.
Starting June 9, Honeywell Intelligrated will conduct a free, four-part On The Move webinar series hosted by the business’ Lifecycle Support Services team exploring techniques to help improve a company’s lifecycle management strategies.
