Fri.Jun 16, 2023

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Digital Thread Sews Siemens Digital Apps Together

Gary Mintchell

Siemens Digital held its Realize Live conference June 12-15 in Las Vegas. I was there for the Media/Analyst program as well as to explore how the software integration is progressing and coming together. All in all I am impressed with what Siemens has done since I first talked with an executive from Germany in 2007 about a vision of digital factory and again in 2008 following the company’s acquisition of UGS.

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Touch-less hidden switch is concealed behind surface

Design World

SCHURTER introduces the innovative THS switch series with optical sensor technology that can be concealed behind any surface without the need for mounting holes. A small opening in the user interface is all that is needed to allow the ToF sensor to actuate. Equipment and appliances used in public areas have created a demand for […] The post Touch-less hidden switch is concealed behind surface appeared first on Design World.

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Cryptocurrency Gateway: Unlocking Seamless Digital Transactions

Robotics Automation News

Cryptocurrency Gateway plays a vital role in enabling seamless digital transactions, providing a secure and efficient means of conducting financial exchanges using cryptocurrencies. In this article, we will explore the concept of a Cryptocurrency Gateway, its benefits, how it works, popular gateways in the market, considerations for choosing one, and the future of these gateways.

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Steel price decline continues: What does that mean for metal manufacturing?

The Fabricator

Steel prices continue to fall, as lead times and demand decrease. Some metal fabricators and manufacturers see that trend continuing possibly into the early fall.

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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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The Irrational Fear of Chemistry, Demonization of Plastics, and Some Thoughts on Extrusion

Plastics Today

When you consider the chemical structure of things and the energy needed to make and use them, plastics are kinder to the environment and human health than alternative materials.

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Scientists develop material that could harvest water from desert air

E&T

The rubbery material is made from hydrogel and can swell to absorb water vapour even in desert-like conditions, where there is only 30 per cent relative humidity in the air. Once absorbed by the gel, the water could be heated, condensed and collected as ultrapure water. The MIT researchers were able to achieve “record-breaking” vapour absorption by infusing the hydrogel with larger amounts of lithium chloride — a type of salt that is known to be a powerful desiccant.

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Transforming vibrations into electricity could facilitate self-powered IoT sensors

E&T

The new energy-generating device was made by combining piezoelectric composites with carbon fibre-reinforced polymer (CFRP), a commonly used material that is both light and strong. This composition allows it to transform vibrations from the surrounding environment into electricity. "Everyday items, from fridges to street lamps, are connected to the internet as part of the Internet of Things (IoT), and many of them are equipped with sensors that collect data," said Fumio Narita, co-author of the

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Avaria Health & Beauty Corp. releases a new product intended to help with sleep

Canadian Manufacturing

KaLaya’s new, Vegan Blueberry Active Relaxation Gummies are intended to help with sleep (GlobeNewswire) TORONTO — KaLaya is a pain relief brand manufactured by Avaria Health & Beauty Corp., and they have announced their new Vegan Blueberry Active Relaxation Gummies. These gummies are reportedly designed to alleviate stress, anxiety, and sleepless nights, symptoms commonly experienced by Canadians with pain.

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Kickstart: Embracing Taylor Swift's eras via beads and bracelets

Plastics News

Plastic beads are in demand as homemade keepsakes at Taylor Swift shows, SPE's auto division names its lifetime achievement winner and flowers get a more sustainable wrap.

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Air Powered Abrasive Belt Machine Converts to a Die Grinder or Drill

Fabricating & Metal Work

Dynabrade, Inc.’s Dynafile II air powered abrasive belt machine features a grinding head that pivots 360°, making this tool excellent for getting into hard-to-reach areas. The Dynafile II features a 20,000 rpm direct-drive air motor which powers abrasive belts 1/4″-to-3/4″ x 18″ long. The ergonomically designed motor handle has a 7° pitch to help prevent wrist and arm fatigue.

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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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Unique Venues for Birthday Parties: Beyond Your Backyard

Robotics Automation News

Planning a birthday party can be a daunting task, especially if you want to make it memorable and unique. While your backyard may be a convenient option, why not venture beyond and explore unique venues for your birthday celebration?

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Innovative UK zero emission technology shines in California

SMMT

SMMT this week landed in the golden state for the 36th International Electric Vehicle Symposium & Exhibition (EVS36) in Sacramento, hosting the UK pavilion – made up of some of the most innovative and exciting companies in electric and zero emission vehicle technology, including Autocraft Solutions Group, Cenex, CrowdCharge, Lotus Engineering, Saietta and Sertec.

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FX Liquidity Provider Definition: Unraveling the Role in Forex Trading

Robotics Automation News

What is the FX liquidity provider definition? The foreign exchange (forex) market is the largest and most liquid financial market globally, with trillions of dollars exchanged daily. Within this vast market, liquidity plays a crucial role in ensuring smooth and efficient trading operations.

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Back Story: Fiona McGarry, ‘Diversity gives rise to better solutions’

E&T

Shini Somara: Is manufacturing in the UK diverse? Fiona McGarry: It’s probably one of the least diverse sectors within engineering. Only 29 per cent of the workforce and only 8 per cent of its apprentices are female. Less than 10 per cent of engineers and technicians come from an ethnic minority background. There’s a lot of work to be done in spite of a lot of work that has already been done over the last 15 years; unfortunately progress is slow.

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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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Best FX Liquidity Provider: Unlocking Enhanced Trading Opportunities

Robotics Automation News

In the dynamic world of foreign exchange (FX) trading, having access to reliable liquidity is crucial for traders and brokerage firms alike. A liquidity provider acts as a crucial intermediary that ensures smooth and efficient trading by offering competitive spreads, robust technology, and order execution capabilities.

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US Department of Energy funds $135m worth of decarbonisation projects

E&T

The move is part of efforts to shift towards a net-zero emissions economy by 2050, it said. “America’s industrial sector serves as the engine of the US economy, producing many of the products we rely on every day, but also produces a significant amount of the nation’s carbon emissions,” said US energy secretary Jennifer M Granholm. “These projects funded by President Biden’s Investing in American agenda will slash industrial emissions and accelerate next-generation technologies for a clean energ

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A Commitment to Sustainability: Cisco and Logicalis Leading the Charge Together

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Cisco and Logicalis have partnered for over two decades, consistently delivering value to our mutual customers through a focus on innovation and service, combining Cisco world-class hardware and… Read more on Cisco Blogs

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Provide Liquidity Traders: Empowering Market Depth and Liquidity

Robotics Automation News

In the fast-paced world of financial markets, liquidity plays a crucial role in ensuring smooth and efficient trading. Liquidity refers to the ease with which an asset can be bought or sold in the market without causing significant price changes. For traders, accessing liquidity is essential for executing orders swiftly and at fair prices.

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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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Siemens announces €2 billion investment strategy to ramp up global production and build resilience

Automation Mag

Siemens is investing €2 billion to reportedly boost its future growth, drive innovation and increase resilience. The company’s investment strategy primarily includes building new manufacturing capacity as well as innovation labs, education centers and other own sites. Siemens announced a new high-tech factory in Singapore, to serve the booming Southeast Asia markets.

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The Hidden Heroes of PCB Production: A Closer Look at Gerber Files

Robotics Automation News

1. The Power of Gerber Files in PCB Manufacturing: A Comprehensive Guide Gerber Files’ Evolution in PCB Manufacturing In the world of PCB manufacturing, Gerber files have played a crucial role in streamlining the production process.

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Even without resin caps, plastics treaty will lead to less virgin material

Plastics News

Even without controversial virgin resin production caps, some in the industry say the global plastics treaty being negotiated now will mean less virgin plastic use.

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NVIDIA Aims to Enhance Manufacturing Automation With AI, Cloud, and Digitization

Control.com

AI-driven technology has recently experienced a huge influx of new users and technological advancements. NVIDIA has added new digital infrastructure to help end users realize some of its benefits.

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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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Forever Free: Reflections on the significance of Juneteenth and the power of proclamation

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

As we reflect on the significance of the Juneteenth holiday in the United States, I am reminded of the time that I was honored to hold one of the last few remaining copies of the Emancipation… Read more on Cisco Blogs

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The eccentric engineer: The darkest days in Rjukan

E&T

Rjukan, in Telemark, Norway, is a city that owes its existence to an engineer. Sam Eyde completed his engineering degree at Berlin in 1891, and went into business planning new railways first in Germany and then back in his native Norway, building up one of the largest civil engineering companies in Scandinavia. This business took him to the area of Rjukan in 1902.

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Plastic magnet rotors ?could revolutionise? high-speed motors

Drives & Controls

The Japanese manufacturer IHI has developed a “breakthrough” prototype high-flux plastic magnet rotor for use in ultra-high-speed motors, that would be would be efficient, lightweight and compact. IHI says these motors could revolutionise the production, performance and economy of electric aircraft and automotive propulsion systems.

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Shell Seeks to Exit Petrochemicals in Singapore

Plastics Today

Production assets may be up for sale, repurposing, or closure as the oil major targets net zero by 2050.

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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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Wastewater-produced biomethane gas in NSW to potentially be used in manufacturing processes

AU Manufacturing

An Australian-first project in New South Wales has seen biomethane injected into the gas network, which can be used in those manufacturing processes that currently rely on gas for heat. The Malabar Biomethane Demonstration Project, co-funded by major energy infrastructure company Jemena and the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), is creating biomethane by upgrading biogas produced from organic waste.

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Federal government tables the Canadian Sustainable Jobs Act to try and create a resilient labour force

Canadian Manufacturing

OTTAWA — On Jun. 15, Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, advanced one of the 10 key action areas outlined in the plan by introducing a bill entitled “An Act respecting accountability, transparency and engagement to support the creation of sustainable jobs for workers and economic growth in a net-zero economy” (Canadian Sustainable Jobs Act).

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‘ISRI Specifications Guide’ Goes Digital

Plastics Today

In print for more than 100 years, the specifications guide for recycled materials is now available online.

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Ont. announces that it is training 100 people for millwright careers

Canadian Manufacturing

SARNIA — The Ontario government is investing over $364,000 to help 100 journeypersons and apprentices in Sarnia and southwestern Ontario upgrade their skills in millwrighting so they can earn bigger paycheques for themselves and their families. Led by Millwright Local 1592, the funding will also help businesses find the skilled workers they need to build and maintain the hospitals, schools, automotive plants, and other infrastructure investments coming to the region.

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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.