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R+W sensor technology- experience the future today

Design World

Acquire highly accurate performance data from directly within the drive line. Smart and secure into the future. This is now possible with the intelligent coupling from R+W Antriebselemente – our innovative answer to the modern requirements of digitalization, automation, and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). The sensor technology can be integrated into existing applications. […] The post R+W sensor technology- experience the future today appeared first on Design World.

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PTC Announces CEO Succession

Gary Mintchell

Here is a bit of news in our rapidly maturing market. I don’t know that it necessarily means anything and I don’t know any of the people, but I do find it interesting that no long term PTC executives were promoted. That job goes to the CEO of a recently acquired company. I guess we can try to read the tea leaves about what that means for the future direction of the company—and what’s important.

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IDEC’s new PCB relays provide industrial-grade power handling in a low-profile form factor

Design World

IDEC Corporation announces the release of their new RC Series printed circuit board (PCB) relays, with features supporting a wide range of industrial-grade applications. These relays come in several low-profile configurations, provide high-capacity power switching, and perform reliably even in challenging environments. The RC Series replaces and upgrades the proven RJxV Series PCB mount relays.… The post IDEC’s new PCB relays provide industrial-grade power handling in a low-profile form fa

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Cyber Attacks: What Should Manufacturers Do?

Automation World

As you think about cybersecurity, determine how much downtime or monetary loss you can afford due to a cyber attack. Understanding what you’re willing to risk can help determine what cybersecurity measures are needed to minimize threats.

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5 Ways CMMS Software Transformed Broderick's Manufacturing Plant: A Case Study

Discover how CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) transformed and revitalized Broderick's manufacturing plant in 5 productive ways. Before the CMMS, the plant faced challenges such as reactive maintenance due to staff shortages, inefficient inventory management, and poor team communication. With the CMMS, the plant experienced increased equipment uptime, streamlined maintenance processes, enhanced inventory management, improved communication, and better decision-making through real-

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Supercapacitor made of concrete could provide renewable energy storage

E&T

The inconsistency of renewable energy production is one reason why power grids are still reliant on fossil fuels. For example, solar panels cannot generate energy at night and wind turbines do not work when the air is still. But MIT researchers believe their energy storage device, which is a supercapacitor rather than a battery, could provide cheap storage of electrical energy that could help even out the ebb and flow of renewable energy generation.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Different Types of Packing Machines

Robotics Automation News

Packing machines play a vital role in various industries, automating the packaging process and ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and consistency. These machines are designed to handle a wide range of products and packaging materials, making them indispensable in the modern manufacturing landscape.

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Countertop Business Card Holders: Essential Information for Success in Display and Marketing

Robotics Automation News

In the world of business, first impressions matter. A well-designed business card holder can make a significant impact on potential clients and customers. Countertop business card holders, in particular, serve as a crucial marketing tool for various industries.

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Lack of stock and species diversity hampering mass tree planting efforts

E&T

The REPLANT Act, which was introduced in July 2020, provides money for the US Forest Service to plant more than a billion trees in the next nine years. The World Economic Forum also aims to help plant a trillion trees around the world by 2030 in an effort to soak up some of the excess carbon dioxide in the Earth’s atmosphere. But a University of Vermont (UVM) study has found that US tree nurseries don’t grow nearly enough trees or have the species diversity needed to meet the ambitious plans.

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Unleashing the Power and Potential of Brushless DC Motors

Robotics Automation News

Brushless DC (BLDC) motors emerges as a revolutionary in the field of electrical motors with their enhanced durability, control capabilities and efficiency. Those motors have gain widespread use across various industries due to their undeniable potential and power.

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Understanding the Automation Lingo: PLC, PAC, RTU, DCS, and SCADA

Control.com

What are these terms, PLC, PAC, RTU, DCS, SCADA? Why are they so important to industrial robotics and automation? Explore how each different piece functions to build a comprehensive automated system.

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Navigating the Future: Generative AI, Application Analytics, and Data

Generative AI is upending the way product developers & end-users alike are interacting with data. Despite the potential of AI, many are left with questions about the future of product development: How will AI impact my business and contribute to its success? What can product managers and developers expect in the future with the widespread adoption of AI?

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A third of US working hours could be automated by 2030, report finds

E&T

Women are 50 per cent more likely to change jobs by the end of the decade, the study found after analysing the impact of automation and artificial intelligence (AI) tools on the US workforce. The report, published by the McKinsey Global Institute, found that around a third of the country’s working hours could be automated by 2030. The shift is expected to mostly affect people in low-wage positions and workers in food services, customer services and sales, of which women make up a majority.

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6 Simple Ways to Increase Your AC Efficiency by 40% in Dallas Homes

Robotics Automation News

Located in the northern part of Texas, Dallas is a bustling city known for its charm, vitality, and historic significance. With its ever-evolving skyline, distinctive neighborhoods, and vibrant cultural scene, Dallas is indeed a place to behold.

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British-built satellite Aeolus successfully crashed into the Atlantic

E&T

The British-built satellite Aeolus has reached its final resting place: the Atlantic Ocean. The re-entry of the weather satellite was guided by mission controllers at the European Space Agency (ESA), using what little fuel remained onboard. It has been hailed as the first time a defunct satellite has undergone such a controlled re-entry on Earth. Aeolus has been one of ESA’s most successful Earth observation missions.

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Addmotor M-140 Folding Ebike Review: A Reliable and Convenient Way to Get Around

Robotics Automation News

Experience the ultimate convenience and versatility of the Addmotor M-140 folding electric bike. This remarkable folding fat tire e-bike offers a reliable and efficient mode of transportation for urban commuters, adventure seekers, and leisure riders alike.

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The Key to Sustainable Energy Optimization: A Data-Driven Approach for Manufacturing

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. ♻️ Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene

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2024 Women in Industry awards announced

Manufacturer's Monthly

After a successful 2023 Women in Industry awards, Prime Creative Media has announced the launch of the 2024 awards with a change of location revealed. The event will be held Thursday, June 20, 2024 in Sydney which will see a change of location from a successful show in Melbourne in 2023. 2023 saw a record 160 nominations across 10 categories, with 95 per cent growth from 2022.

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Marketing Your Sewing Business

Robotics Automation News

In a world of fast fashion and mass production, a sewing business offers a refreshing alternative. Custom, high-quality, handcrafted items have a charm and durability that is hard to match. However, even the most skillfully made products will struggle to sell without a solid marketing strategy.

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Sabic Materials Deployed in Record-Setting Formula E Car

Plastics Today

The Genbeta electric race car, which set an indoor speed record, is equipped with thermoplastic sheet and injection molded components as well as 3D-printed parts.

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What Does a Switch Do in a Network?

Robotics Automation News

Do you ever wonder what a switch does in a network? Look no further because this article will provide all the answers you need. A switch plays a fundamental role in enhancing data transfer speeds within a network. Efficiently directing data packets to their intended destinations ensures that information is transmitted quickly and accurately.

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How Embedded Analytics Gets You to Market Faster with a SAAS Offering

Start-ups & SMBs launching products quickly must bundle dashboards, reports, & self-service analytics into apps. Customers expect rapid value from your product (time-to-value), data security, and access to advanced capabilities. Traditional Business Intelligence (BI) tools can provide valuable data analysis capabilities, but they have a barrier to entry that can stop small and midsize businesses from capitalizing on them.

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Read the latest edition of Manufacturers’ Monthly

Manufacturer's Monthly

The August edition of Manufacturers’ Monthly is an exciting read with a strong focus on additive manufacturing in Australia. It starts with comments from industry expert Dr Daniel East to give a snapshot of additive manufacturing and what the future may hold locally. Further into the magazine, the Manufacturer Focus will look at ActionLaser, who is exporting over 80 per cent of its filtration products to international markets.

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Material Selection and Process Optimization: The Key to Successful Custom Injection Molding Services

Robotics Automation News

Discover the crucial role of material selection and process optimization in custom injection molding services. Explore the impact of plastic resins on injection molding and learn about key considerations to achieve optimal results.

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Talent Talk: What Could Derail the Coming US Manufacturing Boom

Plastics Today

Inflation has doubled CapEx financing costs for most businesses, productivity has been in steady decline, and the skilled labor shortage is not going away.

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The Power of Automation and Remote Monitoring for Smart Home Systems

Robotics Automation News

Smart home systems have revolutionized the way we interact with our living spaces, offering convenience, comfort, and energy efficiency. These systems incorporate various technologies and devices to automate and control various aspects of a home, such as lighting, security, temperature, entertainment, and more.

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Modernizing MES: A Guide for Complex Manufacturers Adapting to Industry 4.0

As engineers push the boundaries of innovation with groundbreaking hardware products, their success depends largely on the speed and efficiency of production. The challenge? Manual processes and disparate systems lead to multiple versions of documents, incomplete records, and duplicated work, creating a chaotic system of records that is difficult to manage.

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Harvest B and Dunninghams to bring novel plant proteins to NZ with new distribution agreement

Manufacturer's Monthly

High-quality whole piece, plant-based protein will soon be available to New Zealanders with the new distribution agreement between innovative Australian food manufacturer Harvest B and highly respected, New Zealand (NZ) supplier Dunninghams. The agreement marks the first distribution arrangement for Harvest B and the first export market for its novel, high-quality plant-based proteins.

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HR in Manufacturing: Driving Efficiency in the Workforce

MRPEasy

At its core, manufacturing relies above all on the workforce to make production happen, even if the operation is largely automated. Managing human resources in manufacturing has unique challenges and differences compared to other sectors. In this post, we delve into HR in manufacturing and look at its trends, challenges, and best practices. What is […] The post HR in Manufacturing: Driving Efficiency in the Workforce appeared first on Blog for Manufacturers and Distributors.

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ATGE Brings New Opportunities to Australian Manufacturing

Manufacturer's Monthly

The Australia Hardware Tools & Grinding Expo (ATGE), will open at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre on December 4th this year. A brasivestocks has worked closely with the China Hardware Association to open the International Hardware Tool Grinding Expo in Brisbane, to inject vitality into the Australian tool and grinding field. This international show is also supported by the Australian Hardware Association.

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On The Ocean Front Part 2: Our Pursuit Of A Low-Carbon Future May Have Destructive Consequences

21st Century Tech

In Part 1 of this look at the world’s oceans, we described observations suggesting a catastrophic tipping point for the North Atlantic is much nearer than previously thought. In Part 2, we look at how human activity is impacting marine life throughout the water column from the surface to the seafloor and beneath. How have we been doing this in the past, and how we will do it in the future is plain to see.

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Embedding BI: Architectural Considerations and Technical Requirements

While data platforms, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and programming platforms have evolved to leverage big data and streaming data, the front-end user experience has not kept up. Holding onto old BI technology while everything else moves forward is holding back organizations. Traditional Business Intelligence (BI) aren’t built for modern data platforms and don’t work on modern architectures.

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Gates keeping the toilet paper industry rolling

Manufacturer's Monthly

There was once a Japanese novelist who printed an entire novel on a roll of toilet paper. “Drop”, set in a public restroom, takes up about 90cm of a roll and can be read in just a few minutes. Toilet paper serves as an essential resource, that many of us can’t live without. For the author of “Drop”, it could be said that Koji Suzuki’s literary hopes and dreams depended on it.

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Closure molder Novembal USA shutting down

Plastics News

The move to close three locations — two in the United States and one in Canada — means more than 100 job losses.

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June 2023 Robotics Investments Total $2.1 Billion

Robotics Business Review

Robotics investment for June 2023 equaled $2.1 billion, the result of 50 funding rounds. Total robotics investment for January 2023 through June 2023 equals approximately $6.1 billion. The post June 2023 Robotics Investments Total $2.1 Billion appeared first on Robotics Business Review.

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What’s in a Name? The XDR for 2023 and beyond

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Today, Cisco XDR is generally available, making it a great day to discuss, “What’s in a name?” By now we hope you have heard that Cisco XDR is a game changer.

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5 Ways New Manufacturing Companies Are Accelerating Innovation

Next-gen manufacturers are redesigning factories to enable agility at every stage of production. From more timely communication between engineers and technicians to technologies that empower real-time collaboration, they’re getting ahead by making iterations and improvements during a build, across the production line at scale. This level of flexibility means they can develop more quickly than their legacy counterparts.