Carol Schafer

Apr 12, 2024 | plantengineering.com | David Barrett-Hague |Chris Vavra |Amara Rozgus |Carol Schafer

Sustainability insightsSetting clear KPIs is essential for leveraging technology to enhance sustainability in industrial processes. Integrating IIoT sensors into existing systems allows for effective monitoring and optimization of energy use. Adopting industrial robotics can improve sustainability by enhancing energy and material efficiency and reducing waste. One of the most important considerations when looking for sustainability solutions is to identify the metrics that matter.

Feb 26, 2024 | plantengineering.com | Chris Vavra |Amara Rozgus |Carol Schafer

Top 5 Plant Engineering content over the past week covered electrical and power system trends, picking the right drive, asset performance management and more. Links to each article below. 1. How electrical, power system trends are affecting and impacting manufacturing efficiency, sustainabilityElectrical and power systems are evolving and are continuing to become more efficient and sustainable, but challenges do persist. 2.

Feb 16, 2024 | plantengineering.com | Amara Rozgus |Chris Vavra |Carol Schafer |Jennifer Chu

Sustainable manufacturing insights The article explores three key trends in sustainable manufacturing for 2024: a growing emphasis on energy efficiency, the integration of robotics to enhance efficiency and safety while reducing waste and the potential of artificial intelligence to optimize processes and drive transformative change in the manufacturing sector.

Feb 14, 2024 | plantengineering.com | Chris Vavra |Carol Schafer |Jennifer Chu

Respondents Ken Crawford, senior director of automation, Weidmuller USA, Richmond, Va. Scott Dowell, senior vice president and general manager, industrial and CIG, Wesco, Pittsburgh Mark Elliott, marketing director, Eaton, Wilsonville, Ore. Zack Mitchell, CHST, GSP, assistant corporate safety manager, Stellar, Jacksonville, Fla. Question: What are the key factors influencing electrical system efficiency?

Jan 16, 2024 | plantengineering.com | Carol Schafer |Chris Vavra |Jennifer Chu |Anne Trafton

Learning Objectives Learn how manufacturers are striving to evolve and become more efficient. Learn how big data can help companies be more sustainable and achieve digital transformation. Learn how energy management, waste management and regulatory compliance can help manufacturers be more sustainable and efficient.