53 MEETING E-COMMERCE EXPECTATIONS WITH AUTOMATIONJANUARY 2020/ www.automationworld.comIIoT Enables Next-Level Remote Asset MonitoringLeadership in Automation: First Team Honorees 2020Women in the Workforce: Fixing the Broken RungAdditive Manufacturing Delivers Electric MotorcycleTwinCAT Updates Streamline Engineering TasksData: The Unrecognized Manufacturing Asset4464126136154LEADERSHIP IN AUTOMATION 20209TH ANNUAL READERS POLLFIRST TEAM HONOREESalliedelec.com2001_Cover.indd 12001_Cover.indd 11/20/20 1:32 PM1/20/20 1:32 PMBrains and BrawnIntelligent DC Drives That Ship TodayResearch, price, buy at:www.automationdirect.com/gsd8Also AvailableAnalog DC DrivesDC MotorsDC Drive AccessoriesGSD8 DC DRIVESSTARTING AT $405.00 (GSD8-240-5C)• Microprocessor-based design• Digital closed-loop algorithm• Non-volatile memory storage• Factory or field programmable• Adjustable parameters• Programmable alarm output• Universal power supply accepts 85-265 VAC at 50-60 Hzwithout switches or jumpers• Self-contained 5V power supply for external sensor• Large 4-digit 1/2 inch LED display• European terminal block• Standard 1/8 or 1/4 DIN panel mounting• Meets NEMA 4X standards when used withNEMA 4X enclosuresFeaturesthe #1 value in automationOrder Today, Ships Today!* See our Web site for details and restrictions. © Copyright 2019 AutomationDirect, Cumming, GA USA. All rights reserved.1-800-633-0405• 1/2 to 1 hp at 90VDCoutput (120VAC input)• 1 to 2 hp at 180VDC output (240VAC input)The GSD8 series DC drives are compact, microprocessor-basedmotor controllers capable of factory or field configurations for avariety of industrial applications. GSD8 DC drives make use ofeither a pulse accumulation algorithm (GDS8-240-5C) or a velocity PID algorithm (all other GSD8 drives) that can be easily configured for operation as a speed controller, time-based process controller,or follower drive in a master-slave application. Using modulardesign techniques, the GSD8 drives are perfect for applicationsthat require specialized I/O.IronHorse GSD8 Series Digital DC DrivesFull Page Ad.indd 73Full Page Ad.indd 731/20/20 11:59 AM1/20/20 11:59 AMGet an overview of your process at a glance.Control your SCADA with a swipe.The Plant Floor in Your PocketSee the live demo now. Scan this QR code with your phone or visit demo.ia.io/automationFull Page Ad.indd 73Full Page Ad.indd 731/20/20 12:00 PM1/20/20 12:00 PMFull Page Ad.indd 73Full Page Ad.indd 731/20/20 12:00 PM1/20/20 12:00 PM3AW JANUARY 2020CONTENTSJANUARY 2020 | VOLUME 18 | NUMBER 1IIoT Enables Next-Level Remote Asset MonitoringConnectivity advances and intelligent offerings are making it easier for manufacturers to monitor remote plant sites while opening up potential for new product-as-a-service offerings. Meeting E-commerce Expectations with AutomationAs online retailers shape consumer buying behavior by offering customized goods, manufacturers are turning to technology suppliers and machine builders to add flexibility into production, packaging, and supply chain processes.Smart Manufacturing Expertise Brings Stunning Electric Motorcycle to MarketCurtiss Motorcycle and Fast Radius team up to optimize the new Zeus 8 electric motorcycle for top performance on the manufacturing line as well as the open road.Leadership in Automation: First Team HonoreesAutomation World’s Leadership in Automation program reflects reader recognition of outstanding suppliers of industrial automation technologies.446461532001_TOC.indd 32001_TOC.indd 31/20/20 1:40 PM1/20/20 1:40 PM4CONTENTSONLINE 6INDUSTRY DIRECTIONS10BATCH OF IDEAS12PERSPECTIVES15NEWS35INDUSTRY-SUPPLIED CONTENT 72NEW PRODUCTS 150KEY INSIGHTS 156ENTERPRISE VIEW 152FINANCE VIEW 154IT VIEW 153AWJANUARY 2020EDITORIALDavid GreenfieldDirector of Content/Editor-in-Chiefdgreenfield@automationworld.com / 678 662 3322Luis RodriguezManaging Editorlrodriguez@automationworld.com / 312 205 7910Stephanie NeilSenior Editorsneil@automationworld.com / 781 378 1652Aaron HandEditor at Largeahand@automationworld.com / 312 222 1010 x1180Jim ChrzanVP/Content and Brand Strategyjchrzan@automationworld.com / 312 222 1010 x1470Kim OverstreetContent Strategistkoverstreet@pmmimediagroup.comJames R. 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Michigan Avenue, Suite 300, Chicago, IL 60611Phone: 312 222 1010 | Fax: 312 222 1310www.automationworld.comPMMI The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies12930 Worldgate Dr., Suite 200, Herndon VA, 20170Phone: 571 612 3200 • Fax: 703 243 8556www.pmmi.orgExclusive content from AutomationWorld.com: videos, webcasts and moreSingle-Provider vs Best-of-Breed for Motor, Drive, Controller CombinationsWomen in the Workforce: Fixing the Broken Rung The Edge-to-Enterprise StrategyDigital Twin Double-TakeFoxconn Upgrades Quality with Video AnalyticsCertification Emphasizes Cybersecurity of Schneider Electric’s ProcessesRockwell Automation Launches Digital Partner ProgramTwinCAT Updates Streamline Engineering TasksGE Digital Releases Asset Model that Adds Context to DataPMMI Membership Exceeds 900 for First TimeIndustrial Control System Migrations: Five Considerations to Move ForwardIndustrial PC Boosts Computing Power with Highly Compact, Fanless DesignCybersecurity SensorSCARA Robots Boost Speed, Versatility and UptimeLoad Sensing by LightSingle-Stage Helical Gear Units Why the OT Ecosystem Perspective is Changing By Joe PerinoHow MES/MOM is Paving the Way to the Smart Factory By Michel DevosData: The Unrecognized Manufacturing Asset By Larry White2001_TOC.indd 42001_TOC.indd 41/20/20 1:41 PM1/20/20 1:41 PMCIMON PLC-SSuper Compact SizeAllows it to fit in smaller panelsHigh Speed Counter and 2 Axis Positioning Saves the cost of needing additional modulesOPC UAMeans it is IIoT readyWorks with All Major Protocols and LanguagesMakes system integration easy and efficientWeb Server Monitoring and Control For unlimited remote access2435 W HORIZON RIDGE PKY, HENDERSON, NV 890521-800-300-9916 I sales@cimon.com I www.cimon.comFull Page Ad.indd 73Full Page Ad.indd 731/20/20 12:01 PM1/20/20 12:01 PM18AWJANUARY 2020ONLINETHE BEST FROM OUR EDITORS AUTOMATION WORLD E-BOOK THE AUTOMATION PLAYBOOKON-DEMAND WEBINARSPODCAST SERIES Automation World’s Most Popular ArticlesAutomation World’s editors have rounded up the most visited articles from 2019. Topics featured in this PDF include: Flexible manufacturing, machine learning, and the rise of Linux. Download the Automation Word’s Most Popular Articles PDF for a comprehensive collection of hard-hitting industry news.5 Key Applications for the Industrial Internet of ThingsAn inside look at present and future practical realities for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) from Automation World. Inside, you’ll learn more about: The pros and cons of edge and cloud computing, designing a connected factory, cross-industry applications of the IIoT, and more articles that deliver insight into the world of IIoT.The Automation Playbook is a cross-industry resource providing guidance in how to: approach the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT); assess new communication protocols; implement controls, safety, asset management, predictive maintenance, and a mobile workforce; and much more.New Year New Technology: Starting 2020 with Collaborative RobotsTaking over the dull, dirty, and dangerous jobs in manufacturing, cobots are the fastest growing robotics segment because they are cost-e ective, easy to program, quick to deploy, and super flexible. This webinar will give you the info you need to get started.Introduction to Parts Feeding—Parts Singulation for Robot AutomationIf you have an assembly application and need to build parts, chances are, you will need parts feeding. From bowl feeders to vibratory feeders, there are many solutions available today. Figuring out which one to go with can be daunting. With nearly four decades of automation experience, Epson Robots has the expertise to walk you through the process and explain the various feeder types available in the market.Keeping Control Cabinets CoolIn this episode of the “Automation World Gets Your Questions Answered” podcast, we connect with Steve Sullivan of Rittal to learn about the best methods for keeping control cabinets cool in high temperature environments.awgo.to/1037awgo.to/1038awgo.to/1039awgo.to/1040awgo.to/10362001_WebTOC.indd 182001_WebTOC.indd 181/20/20 1:39 PM1/20/20 1:39 PMusa.siemens.com/industrial-edge ©2019 Siemens Industry, Inc. Industrial Edge – from the field to the cloud Optimizing data has become increasingly important for industry but many companies are analyzing machine and plant data on industrial PCs, requiring resources and frequent manual updates. 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