Modernizing Data Historians for Smarter Industrial Operations
· Analytics

Modernizing Data Historians for Smarter Industrial Operations

A new technical paper is now available, offering critical insights for industries seeking to modernize their data historians and improve overall operational efficiency. This paper explores the evolving role of data historians in the era of Industry 4.0 and how the adoption of modern, cloud-native solutions like InfluxDB can help overcome the limitations of legacy […]

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Managing Highly Contextualized Data for IIoT
· Predictive Maintenance

Managing Highly Contextualized Data for IIoT

Have you ever wondered how industries using smart devices handle tons of unique data loading on their server? High cardinality data allows for detailed tracking and monitoring of each sensor, machine, and device in real-time. Finding patterns and irregularities in this data type is necessary for interpreting large-scale, complex industrial processes. Each sensor has its own […]

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Evolving Standards and Architectures for IIoT Data
· Connected Industry

Evolving Standards and Architectures for IIoT Data

The increasing volume and diversity of IIoT data present significant challenges for interoperability and integration. While standards are crucial for establishing a common language for data exchange, they alone cannot solve all the challenges. This article will explore how standards and architectures are evolving to address these challenges.The Role of StandardsStandards are essential building blocks […]

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Navigating the Future of the Internet of Things: Key Insights from the Latest IoTAB Report
· Cybersecurity

Navigating the Future of the Internet of Things: Key Insights from the Latest IoTAB Report

The Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming industries by integrating physical and digital systems, offering significant benefits for industrial operations. However, its adoption has not met expectations due to challenges such as interoperability, cybersecurity, and workforce readiness. This article will examine the challenges and opportunities of Industrial IoT based on a new report by the […]

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Enhancing Predictive Maintenance at Nordic Sugar: Insights into Steam Dryer Optimization
· Predictive Maintenance

Enhancing Predictive Maintenance at Nordic Sugar: Insights into Steam Dryer Optimization

Nordic Sugar, a key player in the sugar production industry and a part of the Nordzucker Group, has been pioneering innovative maintenance strategies at its Nakskov plant in Denmark. As part of their continuous improvement efforts, they have embarked on a significant project to implement predictive maintenance on their steam dryer, a crucial component in […]

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Transition from Preventive to Predictive Maintenance Using Time Series Data with MAJiK Visual Factory and InfluxDB
· Connected Industry

Transition from Preventive to Predictive Maintenance Using Time Series Data with MAJiK Visual Factory and InfluxDB

MAJiK Systems creates software that helps manufacturing and industrial engineering companies improve their factory operations using data-driven manufacturing methods. The company designs a full suite of Visual Factory tools that use data from the machines themselves to power AI-driven insights.The challenge at handMAJiK Systems is no newcomer when it comes to building visual manufacturing tools […]

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Predictive Maintenance: Harnessing Data for Smarter Industrial Operations
· Connected Industry

Predictive Maintenance: Harnessing Data for Smarter Industrial Operations

Predictive maintenance, a strategy revolutionizing industrial operations, hinges on the power of data to foresee machinery malfunctions before they occur. Imagine a scenario where your washing machine company calls to preemptively fix a pump on the brink of failure, saving you from unexpected downtime and additional damage. This concept, scaled to industrial proportions, underlines the […]

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Why You Need a Time Series Database for Predictive Maintenance
· Predictive Maintenance

Why You Need a Time Series Database for Predictive Maintenance

In the industrial sector, unplanned downtime can lead to significant financial losses. Predictive maintenance offers a solution to this problem by identifying potential issues before they cause disruptions.One crucial component of an effective predictive maintenance system is a time series database. These specialized databases, designed for use cases involving time series data, are ideal for […]

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Elevating Predictive Maintenance: The Transformative Impact of IIoT
· Predictive Maintenance

Elevating Predictive Maintenance: The Transformative Impact of IIoT

In the bustling arena of the industrial landscape, the repercussions of unplanned downtime resonate deeply. According to a study by Aberdeen Research, unplanned downtime can cost a company as much as $260,000 an hour. Such challenges have been a persistent thorn in the side of industries, often leading to production halts, missed delivery timelines, and […]

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Is predictive maintenance at a dead end?
· Predictive Maintenance

Is predictive maintenance at a dead end?

Predictive maintenance has become a standard phrase in the equipment business and it is taking hold with OEMs. However, maintenance teams are not seeing much use for it. For them, “predictive maintenance is like chasing one’s own tail” – a perspective we’re increasingly hearing from manufacturing leaders for whom the inability to scale and the […]

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How to achieve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) using Real-time Maintenance (RtM)
· Connected Industry

How to achieve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) using Real-time Maintenance (RtM)

What if your production equipment was always available as planned? What if your cycle time was never compromised because of a damaged machine? What if your production equipment self-detected and alerted you of quality defects? Applying Real-time Maintenance (RtM) technologies to your production equipment increases equipment availability, maintains machine throughput, and minimizes material losses. Common […]

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A Plant Asset Management Strategy Must Reflect the Next Normal Situation
· Industrial IoT

A Plant Asset Management Strategy Must Reflect the Next Normal Situation

The COVID-19 outbreak has accelerated a digital transformation (DX) in the manufacturing industry, notably in the area of enterprise asset management. With the emergence of Industry 4.0, maintenance has stepped out of the shadows. Organizations are accessing the newest technology to go beyond a lean approach to manufacturing and adopt a total productive maintenance (TPM) […]

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