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The article focuses on the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and the challenges to be faced by the industries in future in managing large amount of data. Topics discussed include tool of production in future to produce detailed and revealing data, improvement in industrial processes due to IIoT and uplifting of existing manufacturing process to function well with IIoT.

The article looks at the productivity trends in the construction industry in the U.S. for 2012, with a particular focus for electric contractors field, from a survey by the FMI Corp. It highlights the improvement of productivity, which come from strong leadership and management, better and more consistent management processes, and new delivery methods. Several charts related to the productivity survey are presented.

The article discusses the benefits of implementing mobile resource management (MRM). A study on MRM conducted by C. J. Driscoll & Associates indicates that 3.6 million MRM devices are used to monitor fleet vehicles, trailers, construction equipment and mobile workers. An MRM tracking unit is composed of a black box with no display and an antenna and features location tracking and history alerts. It notes that MRM systems can support vehicle diagnostics and improve worker productivity.

The article offers suggestions on how to create an organizational culture of productivity and build a common language. It presents tracking strategies aimed to achieve productivity which include daily minimum production and dynamic production tracking. It shows tracking sheets depicting the production efficiency using the methods and recommendations used to estimate costs on non-productive activities.

The article discusses various guidelines and methodologies in the basic power quality to instrument measurement and performance characteristics. The crest factor of a waveform is an important parameter to realize the measurements of low-frequency signals in a given digital multimeter. The respective methodologies used to measure rms current generated by a power supply. However, every manufacturer includes specific cautions and warnings to foster safe use of its test instrument. INSET: The Basics of AC Current.

The article provides some insights into the top 50 electrical contractors in the United States, which are ranked based on record sales and net profits. Many of the firms attribute their growth to increased productivity in the field, larger contracts, better pre-construction communication on the part of the engineers, improved project management, surety availability and successful branding and advertising campaigns.

Focuses on the benefits of the motor analysis program of the manufacturing industries in the U.S. Determination of the clutch engagement time; Increase of industrial productivity; Implementation of quality assurance program for repaired motors.

Focuses on the outsourcing of emergency backup power services. Effect of power interruption to productivity and customer satisfaction; Need for quadruple redundancy in high-speed financial data transfers; Importance of preventive maintenance.

The article discusses the standard, ASTM E2691-09, adopted by the American Society of Testing and Materials International (ASTM) for measuring construction productivity at task, projecty, and industry levels in the U.S. ASTM E2691-09 or job productivity measurement (JPM) measures the change of rate of productivity at the same time it measures job progress. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) notes that the construction industry is a major contributor to the economy.

Provides tips in improving the jobsite efficiency. Work prioritization; Usage of industrial-quality tools; Application of wireless communications to minimize delay.

Discusses the benefits of an effective maintenance program for electric motors. Improved industrial productivity; Reduction of unnecessary downtime; Dollar savings; Optimal motor efficiency.

The article focuses on several benefits of preventive maintenance of assets in enhancing productivity and profits of companies. Topics discussed include assets integrated with a comprehensive preventive maintenance system like computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), undergo periodic and planned maintenance; enhancing customer services and boosting company's reputation.

The author focuses on the use of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) in the manufacturing industries. Topics discussed include aim of IIoT to connect machinery with sensors for better control and to improve efficiency in plant productivity and operations; equipment manufactured at present equipped with broadcasting and monitoring components to function well with IIoT; and challenges faced during updating of existing industrial electrical equipment infrastructure during the adoption of IIoT.

Focuses on the benefits of offline automatic monitoring of motors to plant productivity. Reduction of downtime; Improvement of safety conditions; Indication of degradation and possible motor failure in windings. INSETS: Why Start-Ups Are So Rough;Why Use Rated Voltage?.

Presents ways on how electric contractors can save operating costs and boost job-site productivity in the United Sates. Customization of own tools to maximize tool investment and increase utilization; Protection of desktop computers and laser printers from airborne dust and dirt; Other uses of tool storage trailers; Use of a mobile machine shop that is located on the job site; Utilization of a chopsaw to save time.

The article offers author's insights on Total Quality Management. The author talks on the concept and benefits of the approach in work practices for organizational improvement. He discusses a 2012 Productivity Survey by FMI Corp. concerning lean construction and its implications on the industry showing that although the perceptions of lean construction differ, the processes and tools driving out waste, poor quality, and inefficiency yield positive results

The article presents statistics related to the construction industry in the U.S. including the percentage increase by 0.5% of industrial production (IP) in manufacturing sector in October 2010 compared to 6.1% in October 2009, the 2% percentage increase in the value of construction beginning October 2010, and the 0.7% percentage increase in construction spending October 2010 which is estimated to be 802.3 billion dollars in annual rate.

The article reports developments in the electric and construction industry in the U.S. The Electroindustry Business Confidence Index (EBCI) of the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) increase almost 3 points to 68.2 in June 2009. Non-resident construction spending is forecasted to drop by 16% in 2009 and 12% in 2010. The decline in industrial production in June 2009 is -0.4%.

The article reports on the financial performance of the industrial manufacturing sector in the U.S. for the second quarter of 2007. According to Industrial Info Resources, $15.6 billion worth of industrial manufacturing projects are scheduled to begin construction in April, May, and June. During this quarter, the Great Lakes region, including Illinois, Indiana and Ohio, will contribute 123 projects for an investment total of $1.4 billion. The northeast part will cover a $4.3 billion investment.

Reports on the results of the survey conducted by FMI on the productivity of construction companies in the United States. Decline in the productivity of general contractors and subcontractors in 2004; Significance of best practices in creating difference between companies that reported significant productivity improvement.

The article reports on the insulated wire and cable demand which is to reach to $20 billion by 2008. Improved capital investment, continuing growth in construction expenditures, and increased motor vehicle production levels could boost demand for insulated wire and cable over the next four years. The Freedonia Group Inc., a Cleveland based industrial market research firm, predicts U.S. demand for these products will increase 4.8% annually through 2008. A rising investment in computer networking systems will also drive growth in the electronic wire and cable industry.

Focuses on the decline of industrial production (IP) in construction industry in the U.S. Estimation of the decrease in IP for the period December 2001; Views of the Federal Reserve Bank on IP deceleration; Cause of the deceleration.