Processing data on the shop floor and improving manufacturing intelligence in real-time leads to greater productivity and competitive advantage. IIoT enables Smart Factories to efficiently connect real-time shop floor data with IT systems. Integration across domains is a huge risk to a project’s success, to deliver completion on-time and in budget. Importantly, automation suppliers are […]
Linking asset maintenance and energy costs A recent white paper, Schneider Electric looks the relationship between asset maintenance and energy costs in pumping. Assets such as pumps need maintaining on an ongoing basis, and maintenance costs are 25% of TCO. Thus maintenance practices warrant examination of their contribution to energy-influenced savings. In pumping installations, […]
How cost effective is replacing functioning VSDs? ABB advises replacing functioning VSDs, even if they have not failed, depending on the circumstances. But then, they would say that wouldn’t they, as they get to sell another drive. Their arguments are sound, and suggest an old drive could be costing money unnecessarily, compared to more […]
A recent white paper by leading automation provider Schneider Electric considers the advantages of IIoT worker participation in industrial automation. An empowered workforce can help turn existing automation control systems into industrial profit engines to drive measurable operational profitability. Over the years, many new control strategies and initiatives have been based on the idea […]
The Government’s Enhanced Capital Allowances (ECAs) gives businesses a straightforward way for a business to improve its cash flow through accelerated tax relief. The ECA Scheme for Energy Saving Technologies encourages businesses to invest in energy-saving plant or machinery. The Government’s Energy Technology List (ETL), is managed by the Carbon Trust, and lists approved […]