The rise of industrial automation is directly linked to the “Fourth Industrial Revolution,” or Industry 4.0. Originating from Germany, Industry 4.0 encompasses many devices, concepts, and machines. These new revolutionary advancements have accentuated the world of automation in an entirely new light, showing ways for it to increase productivity and efficiency in machinery and manufacturing facilities.

Industry 4.0 works with the “Industrial Internet of Things,” or IIoT, and software/hardware to connect in a way (via communication technologies) that improves and adds enhancements to manufacturing processes. Being able to create smarter, safer, and more advanced manufacturing is now possible with these new technologies. It opens up a manufacturing platform that is more reliable, consistent, and efficient than ever before.

Industry 4.0 represents the introduction and popularization of automated systems, which are defined as machines or processes that operate with minimal or reduced human intervention. Therefore, these systems demand stability and longevity, as well as an extremely reliable monitoring platform to instantly follow up the operational status of production equipment in various locations, allowing for early risk detection and intervention to resolve issues.