Top 5 Control Engineering content: November 14-20, 2022
The most-viewed content from the past week covered PLC programming, sustainable 5G, agile and flexible manufacturing and more.
Control Engineering’s top 5 content over the past week covered PLC programming, sustainable 5G, agile and flexible manufacturing and more. Links to each article below.
1. PLC programming dos and don’ts to consider
Programmable logic controller (PLC) programming is often done to resolve an immediate problem, but this can lead to long-term issues, particularly if the original programmer isn’t around.
2. How AI and machine learning can drive sustainable 5G
Future networks have the potential to reduce the environmental impact of industries that consume high levels of energy, but the industry needs a holistic energy saving solution to maximize the benefits and create real impact.
3. Manufacturing needs to be agile, resilient and sustainable
The manufacturing landscape has evolved to where consumer, industrial and cultural demands are changing and creating a world where manufacturers need to be agile and flexible in their approach.
4. PLC migration improves uptime for spice supplier
A spice ingredient supplier wanted to upgrade their programmable logic controller (PLC) system and migrate to a more Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)-friendly platform.
5. Digital transformation and IIoT’s impact on process manufacturing
Digital transformation and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) can help companies transform their culture and business. Five steps for companies embarking on the digital transformation journey are highlighted.
The list was developed using CFE Media’s web analytics for stories viewed on controleng.com, November 14-20, 2022, for articles published within the last two months.
Chris Vavra, web content manager, Control Engineering, CFE Media and Technology, cvavra@cfemedia.com.
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