Malaysia’s packaging sector is moving fast. Rising e-commerce, stricter quality standards, labour pressures, and sustainability demands are pushing manufacturers to replace legacy machines with smarter, motion-driven systems. So, what’s driving this transformation, and how is it reshaping packaging lines...

In recent years, Malaysia’s manufacturing sector has been on a determined march toward greater automation and Industry 4.0 adoption. However, an underappreciated factor shaping this progress is trade policy, particularly tariffs, both on imports into Malaysia and on Malaysian exports. For local manufacturers...

In today’s digital economy, automation and data no longer exist in silos. Instead, they form a powerful loop, each fueling the other to create smarter, faster, and more resilient systems. Understanding this relationship is key for organizations seeking to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world. 1. Data...

When it comes to industrial automation, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) stand out as the backbone of modern factories, assembly lines, and critical infrastructure. While many programming languages exist for automation, PLC programming remains the most reliable, versatile, and widely adopted option...

If you’ve been following automation trends, you might have come across a new buzzword: cobots. Cobots, short for collaborative robots, are not like the traditional industrial robots you see fenced off behind safety barriers. Instead, they are specifically designed to work safely alongside human operators,...

The future of factories and engineering isn’t just about robots and AI. It’s about people with the right skills to build and run these systems.

Ever since the emergence of Industry 4.0, the rise of automation sparked fear in many workers from different industries. People worried that robots and machines would replace their roles, leaving them without jobs or direction. But as automation becomes more common, a surprising truth is emerging: instead...

As robots become a normal part of factories, warehouses, and even offices, ensuring safety is critical, not just for people, but for the machines and the business. If not managed properly, robotic systems can cause accidents, downtime, or even damage to products. But with the right steps, we can create...

Malaysia is rapidly positioning itself as a regional leader in automation and artificial intelligence (AI), with a series of ambitious initiatives designed to transform its digital economy, boost productivity, and create future-ready jobs. With strong support from global tech giants like Microsoft and...

In today’s fast-changing world, the way factories operate is going through a major transformation. This shift is part of what's called Industry 4.0—a new era of manufacturing powered by smart technology. At the heart of this revolution are smart factories, which are more efficient, connected, and intelligent...