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In this episode of “Automation Chat," Executive Editor Theresa Houck reviews news in industrial automation and manufacturing. Learn about market trends in OT cybersecurity and in ultrasonic flowmeters; the role of AC drives for energy savings; and what skilled trades workers think about digital tools and AI. Also learn about achievements by FANUC Robotics, the SME Education Foundation and Endress+Hauser.

As always, get your family-friendly, silly Joke of the Day.

Resources from this episode:

• ARC Advisory Group market research about low-power AC drives.
• NFPA survey about the skilled trades industry.
• SME Education Foundation scholarship program.
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