The machine building sector stands at the cusp of a transformative industrial revolution. Smart Industry and Industry 4.0 are now the benchmark for firms eager to harness cutting‑edge technologies. In this context, investing in Industrial IoT (IIoT) is not optional – it is a prerequisite for deliver

IXON Earns ISO 9001:2015 Certification, Strengthening Quality Commitment IXON is pleased to announce that it has achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification, the globally recognized standard for quality management developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). This certification dem

Industry leaders predict that digital services will account for 20% of a machine builder’s revenue within the next five years. Are you ready to capture that share? Offering digital products is a proven pathway for machine builders to create new, recurring revenue streams. In five years, 20% of reven

Unplanned downtime caused by worn machine components erodes customer satisfaction and inflates maintenance costs. Implementing condition‑based maintenance (CBM) to monitor wear‑and‑tear parts not only enhances equipment uptime but also opens new revenue opportunities for machine builders. When indus

In the next five years, digital services are projected to account for 20% of a machine builder’s revenue. If you’re looking to broaden your market and unlock new income streams, consider a paradigm shift: supply your own consumables. When a machine’s operation relies on consumables, offering a smart

In manufacturing, data is increasingly vital yet remains an underexploited asset. By capturing vast streams of machine data, you can scale your IIoT initiatives beyond remote control, gaining real‑time insight into every component of your equipment. Transforming this data into actionable intelligenc

Critical machine‑part failures cause lengthy downtime and costly on‑site repairs. A data‑driven predictive maintenance service anticipates these failures, boosting uptime and adding value to your service contracts. Many production lines rely on components with long design lifetimes, yet those parts

Ever wonder if your machines are over‑designed? Many manufacturers unknowingly over‑specify parts, driving up costs without adding value. By harvesting and analysing field data, you can identify components that consistently outperform their design limits and safely reduce safety margins, resulting i

Are you already capturing and analysing machine data? To unlock its full value, begin using it to anticipate future machine behaviour. Predictive maintenance lets you forecast errors or breakdowns, trigger alarms, and schedule interventions before downtime strikes, saving valuable production time.

Ready to evolve into a fully mature IIoT machine builder? Once you’re harnessing machine data to optimize performance and predict maintenance, the next critical phase is adaptability. Adaptability—defined as the ability to adjust to new conditions or repurpose technology—ensures your operations stay

Engineers increasingly need centralized access to PLC data to diagnose faults and monitor machinery efficiently. By pulling data via protocols such as OPC‑UA, ModBus, BACnet, or Siemens S7, you unlock valuable metrics—machine rotations, energy consumption, production rates, and more. Below is a seve

This project examined how cloud computing, big data analytics, and simulation enhance cobot performance in automated pharmacy settings. Five Binghamton University students received a prestigious award for their senior capstone, which integrated IXON’s cloud‑enabled solution to upgrade the Universal

IXON Cloud, the industry‑leading remote service and IIoT platform for industrial machines, has joined Bosch Rexroth’s ctrlX World ecosystem. This integration gives users of ctrlX AUTOMATION instant, turnkey access to IXON Cloud’s comprehensive remote‑control capabilities. ctrlX AUTOMATION is an open

The rapid adoption of connectivity and remote VPN access has accelerated over the past two years, driven by the critical role Industry 4.0 technologies play in sustaining business continuity. Remote access offers a cost‑effective entry point for Industry 4.0 implementation. While it has been evolvin

In today’s manufacturing landscape, connectivity unlocks powerful efficiencies—remote service, real‑time data analytics, and new revenue streams. Yet each connection also expands the attack surface. The challenge is to weigh tangible benefits against cybersecurity risks and make informed, evidence‑b

Fontys, the Netherlands’ largest University of Applied Sciences, hosts 25 institutes across ten cities. One of these, located in Eindhoven’s Brainport Industries Campus (BIC), is a hub for high‑tech manufacturing innovation. At Fontys School of Engineering, a team of researchers, faculty, and studen

The end of 2021 brings a fresh look at the evolving landscape of industrial automation. What are the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) trends that will dominate 2022? While early skepticism lingered, manufacturers now recognize the tangible value of connected machines. In recent years—exacerbated

Located in Alicante, IES Antonio José Cavanilles is a public vocational and secondary school dedicated to industrial education. Its curriculum spans electrical installations, automation, robotics, CNC machining, mechanical manufacturing and mechatronics, delivered through on‑site and blended learnin

On January 1, 2022, IXON will relocate its global headquarters from Overloon to Boxmeer, Netherlands, as a key step in its long‑term growth strategy. The move centers on expanding the company’s talent pool. Founder and CEO Willem Hofmans explains, We support machine builders worldwide with continuo

In the electronics sector, the convergence of blockchain and the Internet of Things (IoT) is gaining traction. While blockchain first captured headlines through cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, its true value for IoT lies in secure, tamper‑proof data exchanges among distributed devices. Conceptuall