Tue.Jan 30, 2024

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Beckhoff USA promotes Alec Abkemeier to software product manager

Design World

Alec Abkemeier is taking on a new challenge at Beckhoff USA as a software product manager focused on test and measurement technologies. With a background in measurement software and hardware, Abkemeier will grow Beckhoff’s test and measurement market share in rapidly evolving industries that require next-generation data acquisition and power monitoring capabilities.

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Strategic Investments Made In Manufacturing Analytics and IoT

Gary Mintchell

You can have IoT for data acquisition, but without solid analytics the data becomes a worthless expenditure. Here, a company providing remote connectivity and workplace digitalization has announced strategic investments in smart factory solutions. TeamViewer , a leading global provider of remote connectivity and workplace digitalization sol utions, today announced strategic investments in two pioneering companies for smart factory solutions: Sight Machine and Cybus.

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FAULHABER: Those who adapt the fastest win

Design World

In industry and logistics, robots generally handle monotonous tasks that they can repeat almost endlessly with steady precision. A new tool changer now turns the specialist for large series into a flexible all-rounder, with which even small series and individual pieces can be produced economically. The innovative TKX changer series from the IPR specialists features… The post FAULHABER: Those who adapt the fastest win appeared first on Design World.

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Apple warns UK could ‘secretly veto’ privacy tools

E&T

Apple has criticised UK proposals that would give the government power to veto tech companies’ new security features ahead of their release.

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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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Tech Toolbox: Machine Design for Food Automation

Design World

Motion system designs run millions of automated food-manufacturing designs worldwide — including those in employed in grain milling, pasta making, and baking; fish and poultry processing; beer, wine, and spirit production; slaughtering and meatpacking; fruit, vegetable, and baby-food packaging, canning, jarring, and freezing; candy making; dairy and cheese making; and oils and fat extraction and… The post Tech Toolbox: Machine Design for Food Automation appeared first on Design World.

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Tips for Mastering Stainless Steel Machining

Modern Machine Shop

Photo Credit: Way of the Mill LLC Reader Question: Our shop has grown from primarily aluminum machining to now working in a diverse range of materials. Some we’ve figured out quickly, but stainless steel seems to be the most difficult for us to master. Can you offer some advice on managing tool wear in stainless? Miller’s Answer: Your struggles are understandable.

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Benefits of S1000D Conversion

Robotics Automation News

In the technologically advanced landscape of technical documentation, particularly in sectors like aerospace, the transition to the S1000D standard marks a significant leap forward.

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CIP safety module for safe communication over devices in a network

Design World

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. has designed the MELSEC iQ-R Series CIP Safety Module to ensure safety signal transmission to a diverse range of devices and equipment, including third-party robots, Mitsubishi Electric and third-party-VFD products, and safety I/O and interlocks. Common Industrial Protocol (CIP) safety is a protocol developed by the Open DeviceNet Vendor Association (ODVA) […] The post CIP safety module for safe communication over devices in a network appeared first on

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Top 6 Tools for Linux Automation

Robotics Automation News

Linux server automation tools have become indispensable for streamlining complex processes and enhancing system performance. As enterprises increasingly pivot towards digital solutions, the adoption of automation tools has surged, with a 2021 McKinsey survey indicating that 70% of businesses automate at least one function.

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Detailed Introduction to Dual Check Safety (DCS) in Robotic Work Cells

Control.com

Learn about FANUC’s Dual Check Safety (DCS) system and the various methods, how to configure the DCS parameters, and how to avoid and resolve issues associated with DCS positional alarms.

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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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Extensive Evaluations Build The Plastek Group’s EDM Arsenal

Mold Making Technology

The Plastek Group is a 68-year-old moldmaker and custom injection molder with facilities in the U.S., Mexico, Brazil and the U.K. The company supports customers in the personal care/beauty, home care, pharmaceutical and food/beverage packaging segments. Above is the five-axis CNC row at one of Plastek’s Erie, Pennsylvania, moldmaking facilities.

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Automated Atomic Force Microscope To Make 3D Nanoscale Data More Accessible

Metrology

ICSPI, a leader in benchtop nanoscale imaging instruments, has announced the launch of its new Redux AFM, an automated atomic force microscope (AFM) designed to allow scientists and engineers to effortlessly collect 3-dimensional data at the nanoscale. The post Automated Atomic Force Microscope To Make 3D Nanoscale Data More Accessible appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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UK commits £200m to massive battery-making facility in Sunderland

E&T

The UK Infrastructure Bank has announced a £200m loan to support the development of AESC’s gigafactory in the North East of England.

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Beyond the Race: An Ironman Journey of Endurance, Inclusion, and Growth

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

We woke up in the stillness of predawn, driven by our year-long commitment and unwavering dedication. That’s because we’re not just Cisconians.

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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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Weld Australia calls for a prioritisation of net zero targets

Manufacturer's Monthly

With the expansion of the Capacity Investment Scheme, Weld Australia is calling on the federal and state governments to legislate local content procurement policies. These policies must state that stipulate that 60 per cent of all fabricated steel used in renewable energy projects is manufactured in Australia by local welders. The Federal Government’s Capacity Investment Scheme presents an opportunity to bolster local economic participation in the renewable energy transition.

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UK must ramp up climate action to meet COP28 pledges, watchdog says

E&T

The UK government must speed up action on climate change to meet the goals it set during COP28, a climate watchdog has warned.

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Origin approves large-scale battery at Mortlake Power Station

Manufacturer's Monthly

Origin Energy (Origin) has approved construction of a large-scale battery at the Mortlake Power Station in south-west Victoria, committing to an investment of approximately $400 million. The Mortlake Power Station battery will have a capacity of 300 MW, and is expected to deliver output of up to 650 MWh, helping to firm variable renewables supply and maintain reliable power for customers.

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Hybrid Work in Government Survey Results: Big Trends Revealed

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Hybrid work is enhancing government’s impact at every level by improving collaborative outcomes and delivering better employee experiences.

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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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Lifelike humanoid robot Ameca to appear as featured speaker at Inventures 2024

Automation Mag

Inventures organizers have shared that Ameca, one of the world’s most advanced humanoid robots, will be speaking at the innovation event being held in Calgary from May 29 to 31. Ameca will engage Laura Kilcrease, CEO of Alberta Innovates, in a fireside chat from the main stage, on Wednesday, May 29. “We are thrilled that Ameca will join us as a featured speaker at Inventures,” says Laura Kilcrease, CEO of Alberta Innovates.

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Cisco Store Xplorer: An AR Experience

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Augmented reality (AR) has the potential to unlock a new level of interaction with the world around us. The Cisco Store has harnessed this technology by creating the Cisco Store Xplorer AR app.

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March 6! Join us virtually for Advance: Women in Manufacturing 2024

Automation Mag

It is critical to continue chipping away at all the barriers preventing or discouraging women from entering Canada’s manufacturing industry. Annex Business Media’s manufacturing group is hosting the annual Advance: Women in Manufacturing virtual summit to facilitate conversations about breaking barriers, advancing women into positions of their choice and #InspireInclusion.

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Breaking the code: new models for today’s outcome-based partnerships

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Everyone loves the movies. But whether we go out or stay in, we’re relying on countless, mostly invisible pieces of technology that create and coordinate our every experience.

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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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CIP safety module for safe communication over devices in a network

Motion Control Tips

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. has designed the MELSEC iQ-R Series CIP Safety Module to ensure safety signal transmission to a diverse range of devices and equipment, including third-party robots, Mitsubishi Electric and third-party-VFD products, and safety I/O and interlocks. Common Industrial Protocol (CIP) safety is a protocol developed by the Open DeviceNet Vendor Association (ODVA) […] The post CIP safety module for safe communication over devices in a network appeared first on

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Securing APIs From Left to Right (and Everywhere in Between)

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Major data breaches are on the rise, and APIs are increasingly being used to gain access to sensitive data.

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Angeles Equity Partners acquires Acieta to expand robotics integration platform

The Fabricator

Private investment firm Angeles Equity Partners LLC has announced the acquisition of Acieta LLC, a Waukesha, Wis.-based industrial robotics manufacturer and integrator, from MitsuiandCo. (U.S.A.) Inc.

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CFIB calls out federal government for too many regulations

Canadian Manufacturing

The Costume Shoppe owner Ryan Schoel faces frustrating CBSA paperwork. (CNW Group/Canadian Federation of Independent Business) TORONTO — The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) wins the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB)’s 2024 Paper Weight Award for its reportedly burdensome and unfair decision that’s resulted in new import duty fees for a small costume business.

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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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Pallet system conveyor can be customized with accessory modules

The Fabricator

Dorner has introduced the DualMove pallet system conveyor. It uses twin-strand timing belts to place, orient, and transfer pallets to workstations for robotic or human manipulation.

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HEIDENHAIN to exhibit at ATX West 2024

Motion Control Tips

HEIDENHAIN has announced its participation in the upcoming ATX West 2024 trade show, taking place from February 6-8 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California. Known as a leader in precision measurement and control equipment, HEIDENHAIN is set to present its latest advancements in automation and intelligent robotics at this key event, recognized for […] The post HEIDENHAIN to exhibit at ATX West 2024 appeared first on Motion Control Tips.

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Kafrit Capitalizes on Recent Compounding Collaborations

Plastics Today

The Israeli masterbatch and compounding specialist has made several strategic investments to broaden its product portfolio and geographical reach.

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Advantech WISE-4250 Dual-Band Industrial Wi-Fi I/O Module

i4.0 today

Advantech has introduced the new WISE-4250 dual band based Industrial Wi-Fi I/O Module. The WISE-4250 features interchangeable I/O and sensors integrated with IoT data acquisition, processing and publishing. Data can be sent directly from Edge to Cloud with higher security and no loss functions. All Wi-Fi channels can be flexibly connected with a smart roaming function.

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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.