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Industrial Process
An industrial process is a series of interconnected steps or operations used to transform raw materials into finished products or to provide a service on an industrial scale. It involves a sequence of physical, chemical, or mechanical changes.
TECHNICAL DEFINITION
An industrial process is a systematic sequence of operations, including physical, chemical, or mechanical transformations, applied to raw materials or components to produce finished goods or deliver services on a large scale, optimized for efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
BACKGROUND
The Fourth Industrial Revolution, also known as 4IR, Industry 4.0 or the Intelligence Age, is a neologism describing rapid technological advancement in the 21st century. It follows the Third Industrial Revolution. The term was popularized in 2016 by Klaus Schwab, the World Economic Forum founder and former executive chairman, who asserts that these developments represent a significant shift in industrial capitalism.
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- Manufacturing Process
- Production Process
- Operational Process
- Workflow
USAGE NOTE
Optimizing an industrial process often involves lean manufacturing principles and automation technologies.
DEVELOPERS
Organizations developing technology related to Industrial Process.
A global leader in industrial automation, Siemens develops technologies like the SIMATIC series of programmable logic controllers (PLCs), the TIA Portal for engineering, and digital twin software to design, simulate, and optimize entire industrial processes.
Specializes in industrial automation and information technology. The company's FactoryTalk software suite and Allen-Bradley control systems enable manufacturers to monitor, control, and optimize their production processes within a 'Connected Enterprise'.
Develops technologies for electrification, robotics, automation, and motion. Their ABB Ability™ platform is an Industrial IoT solution that connects devices and systems to improve process efficiency, and their industrial robots automate physical manufacturing tasks.
Focuses on the digital transformation of energy management and automation. Their EcoStruxure platform is an IoT-enabled architecture that provides real-time control and operational efficiency for industrial processes.
Provides process control and automation solutions, particularly for process industries. The Honeywell Forge platform uses AI and data analytics to optimize production, improve asset performance, and enhance safety across complex industrial operations.
A global technology and engineering company providing automation solutions for industrial and commercial markets. Their Plantweb digital ecosystem uses IIoT technologies and advanced analytics to optimize production, reliability, and safety in manufacturing processes.
Offers the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, a suite of software for 3D design, simulation, and manufacturing. Their DELMIA brand specifically provides solutions for modeling, simulating, and optimizing global industrial operations and manufacturing processes.
Develops industrial software focused on the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Their solutions for Asset Performance Management (APM) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) help optimize industrial processes, reduce downtime, and improve operational efficiency.
A leading supplier of drive and control technologies, providing hardware and software for factory automation and machinery applications. Their ctrlX AUTOMATION platform is a modular and open system for controlling modern industrial processes.