Modular test equipment is rapidly redefining the landscape of the Global Mechanical Test & Measurement industry. With rising demands from automotive and transportation, aerospace and defense, and communications sectors, the need for precise and efficient testing solutions has never been greater.

Environmental concerns and the pursuit of more scalable and advanced technologies are driving this transformation, leading to the development of sophisticated modular instruments.  

The power semiconductors industry is evolving, driven by the rapid adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), advancements in renewable energy, and the rise of industrial automation. This change is being fueled by the integration of cutting-edge materials and innovative device architectures, which are enabling higher performance and more efficient operations.

As traditional silicon-based devices approach their performance limits, the industry is increasingly turning to next-generation wide bandgap (WBG) semiconductors such as silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN).

Industrial Edge technology is fueling the digital transformation within manufacturing and processing landscapes. By decentralizing computing power and analytics closer to the point of production, Industrial Edge is bridging the gap between cloud technology and on-site operations.

This integration of operational technology (OT) with information technology (IT) is empowering industries with agility, efficiency, and innovation, fostering smarter manufacturing in a rapidly evolving digital industrial landscape.

Disruptive technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) are weaving a digital thread through manufacturing processes, transforming the industrial landscape, and fostering the rise of “smart factories.”

The integration of these technologies is necessitating a shift towards product lifecycle management (PLM) systems that go beyond traditional design, encompassing a product’s entire journey, from conception to after-sales service.