In the first paper of this series, we covered the many different aspects of a digital factory and the various challenges associated with the process. In the second paper, we delve into more detail regarding the process of aggregating the data and cover the basics of what it takes to get a good dashboarding system in place.

“Journey to a Digital Factory III” explores the transformative process of integrating automation and digitalization within manufacturing operations. The paper delves into various levels of automation, from fixed to flexible and integrated automation, highlighting how each contributes to the efficiency and adaptability of manufacturing processes. It emphasizes the importance of an incremental approach to digital factory implementation, allowing for manageable project steps and easier adjustments. Additionally, it underscores the significance of operator acceptance and vendor selection to ensure successful digital transformation. For a comprehensive understanding and actionable insights on creating a digital factory, download the full paper now and embark on your journey to enhanced operational efficiency in smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0.

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The power generation landscape has been continually evolving over the past decade. As society works to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and take steps toward reducing greenhouse gas emissions, power generation has been a major focus of regulation. Traditional methods of generating reliable and dispatchable power are having to make dramatic adaptations. More recently, several increasingly stringent regulations have been enacted and proposed in the United States, which are again changing the dynamic. Understanding EPA regulations, such as the Good Neighbor Plan, is key for the power industry now more than ever. In this whitepaper, we cover the evolving regulations affecting power generation and the expanding list of impacted industries, and how to effectively meet them.

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In the first paper of this series, we covered the many different aspects of a digital factory and various challenges of issues associated with the process. In the second paper, we delve into more detail regarding the process of aggregating the data and covering the basics of what it takes to get a good dashboarding system in place.

In many cases, we find users with data from a number of different systems, some of which is not accessible in real-time to the end user. Even when available, the user may spend a block of time each day accessing the systems, perhaps compiling data, and reformatting it to make sense for their particular purposes. Unfortunately, when implementing a digital factory, this step of making it useful to the end user is not an easy question to answer. In practice, many obstacles are often encountered when a group attempts to construct a dashboard; including disparate sources of information, incompatible information, non-intuitive methods and practices of data management and metric generation, and the inability to immediately process information and/or improve its representation. Operators, Engineers, Management, and Consultants all have a view of what they want to see, which can lead to data that ends up disconnected from the particular user. This paper provides helpful details on the steps to keep on an efficient path toward first a dashboard and then eventually a digital factory.

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By using case studies and data, this white paper explores the many different paths of a Digital Factory. Griffin Open Systems examines different company priorities for Taber International, LLC and the significant benefits switching to a digital factory has made for them and their processes.

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No-code automation tools are a key solution to this predicament facing many process industry organizations today — and not just for enabling greater use of these essential systems but also for empowering those controlling them to model potential changes and see the results of that work sooner. This guide explores some of the ways that no-code automation tools help process industries get the most out of control systems and other equipment. 

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