
How to Make Automation and Process Control Ideas Work
Huffman Engineering, a 40‑year‑old system integrator, delivers end‑to‑end automation for highly regulated sectors by designing, building, and validating UL‑certified panels in‑house. The firm completes roughly 100 full‑scale projects each year, emphasizing custom, full‑process solutions over simple machine integration. By merging hardware with real‑time data analytics, Huffman helps clients improve sustainability, reduce downtime, and exceed production targets. Its expertise spans pharmaceuticals, water treatment, food and beverage, utilities, and more, with projects delivered across 23 states and multiple continents.

Human-Machine Interfaces Redefine SCADA and Cloud Integration
Human‑machine interfaces (HMIs) have shifted from proprietary, real‑time screens to versatile edge devices that can log data, communicate via open Ethernet protocols, and push information to the cloud. The adoption of standards such as OPC UA and MQTT enables seamless...

Wittenstein Acquires STXI Motion
Wittenstein, a leader in custom gearboxes and cybertronic drives, announced the acquisition of Israel‑based STXI Motion. The deal, expected to close on April 1 pending antitrust approval, adds STXI’s standardized motor and software portfolio aimed at mobile robotics and intralogistics. By...