Design World

MARCH 4, 2024

Manufacturers are under pressure to take on a digital transformation that will add flexibility on the plant floor while increasing productivity. Key drivers of this technology step change include the need to reduce operating expenses and improve efficiency, all while facing a skills shortage and a lack of visibility across the supply chain. Recognizing this… The post Design World launches the Digital Transformation Forum appeared first on Design World.

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Gary Mintchell

MARCH 4, 2024

Many companies have found solid reasons for attempting to achieve a net-negative CO2 future. The business value continues to grow. I told my typically conservative boss early on at Automation World that the next issue’s topic was Green (as it was known then). He gave me “that” look. I told him think green as in the color of American dollar bills. What’s good for the environment is also good for business.

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Design World

MARCH 4, 2024

Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) have been proposed for reducing fretting wear in connectors used in high-vibration environments like vehicles. They can also be used to make contacts with lower contact resistance and higher corrosion resistance compared with silver (Ag) plating, and they have been used to reduce the weight in some shielded cables by 25% or […] The post How can carbon nanotubes improve interconnect performance?

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Metrology

MARCH 4, 2024

The CMM has been a cornerstone in the field of metrology for over 50 years, revolutionizing the way manufacturers measure and inspect objects with precision and accuracy. The post The CMM Has Been Evolving For More Than 50 Years – What’s Next? appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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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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Robotics Business Review

MARCH 4, 2024

Waymo can now deploy robotaxis in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Austin. | Source: Waymo Waymo can now operate its robotaxis in Los Angeles, the San Francisco Peninsula, and on San Francisco highways. California’s Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) on Friday approved Waymo’s request to expand and now allows them to charge riders in these areas.

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Control.com

MARCH 4, 2024

Kawasaki Robotics and Olis Robotics partner to integrate respective technologies, allowing Kawasaki’s industrial robots to be controlled by the Olis Connect monitoring and recovery solution.

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Canadian Manufacturing

MARCH 4, 2024

3D-Model of Rock Tech’s Lithium Refinery in Red Rock (CNW Group/Rock Tech Lithium Inc.) TORONTO — Rock Tech Lithium Inc. and the BMI Group announce the signing of a Cooperation Agreement. The Agreement bindingly confirms the parties’ plans to enter into a long-term lease contract for the location of Ontario’s first Lithium Converter.

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Mold Making Technology

MARCH 4, 2024

Source | Copilot The Society of Plastics Engineers Mold Technologies Division announces the first-ever Glenn Beall Scholarship for $3,000, as well as grant applications , for up to $5,000. Applications are currently being accepted. The scholarship is available to undergraduate students enrolled in a plastics manufacturing engineering program or other STEM-related career paths.

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The Fabricator

MARCH 4, 2024

The only way metal fabrication and machine shop can sustain growth is to bring in new jobs. The best way to grow is to respond quickly and efficiently to RFQs.

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Robotics Business Review

MARCH 4, 2024

The humanoid race is continuing to heat up. Agility Robotics kicked off the week by naming Peggy Johnson its chief executive officer. Johnson is a veteran technology leader who most recently served as CEO of Magic Leap, which produces augmented reality headsets. She led the company’s shift from consumer to enterprise, recapitalized the company and more.

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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?

Control.com

MARCH 4, 2024

Leuze releases the ODT3CL1-2M diffuse reflection sensor for their 3C series sensors that boasts a 2-meter sensing range and dual switch points for object detection and distance measurement.

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Metrology

MARCH 4, 2024

The amount of compute happening at the edge is growing fast because that is where data is generated. In addition, many edge computing deployments are incorporating AI. The post Intel Announces New Edge Platform For Scaling AI Applications appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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MRPEasy

MARCH 4, 2024

Polish-American entrepreneur Michael Klepacz, founder of hemp- and linen-based textiles manufacturer Natural Materials, is seeking sustainability everywhere: in agriculture, design, manufacturing, and the software his company uses. “MRPeasy saves a lot of time for me,” he says. A company set on sustainability Natural Materials Unlimited is a manufacturer of sustainable textile products from Warsaw, Poland. […] The post Sustainable Textiles Manufacturer Eliminates Stockouts with

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Manufacturer's Monthly

MARCH 4, 2024

Dozens of new and upgraded public school and preschool facilities will be built under an innovative new program that employs modern methods of construction to deliver high quality, sustainable schools in a shorter timeframe. The Manufacturing for Schools program incorporates a range of cutting-edge construction techniques including digital technologies, off-site manufacturing and on-site assembly of prefabricated elements to deliver high quality school buildings faster and at a lower cost than w

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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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The Fabricator

MARCH 4, 2024

This guide to waterjet abrasive selection and handling should help any fabrication shop with a waterjet or those looking to purchase one.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

MARCH 4, 2024

Recognised as the premier Awards program within the manufacturing industry, the Endeavour Awards is a chance for all involved in manufacturing across Australia to celebrate the many successes of the industry. After the great success of the 2023 edition held at the Sofitel Hotel in Melbourne, this year the program will return on Thursday 7 November in Melbourne aiming to highlight innovative businesses and provide manufacturers from around Australia with industry-wide recognition. “Building

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Plastics Today

MARCH 4, 2024

Chemicals company appoints interim CEO and CFO as it investigates "material weaknesses" in financials.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

MARCH 4, 2024

Industry Capability Network (ICN) welcomes the announcement from the Federal Government that Australian Defence companies will now have a greater opportunity to deliver on the needs of major Defence projects, as a result of the new initiatives announced by The Hon. Pat Conroy, today. The Federal Government released a master plan that defines the strategic rationale for a sovereign defence industrial base and sets out pathways for maximising support for Australian industry and its critical contri

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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.

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

MARCH 4, 2024

Cisco continues its focus on FedRAMP ® Authorization for our government customers with yet another solution, Cisco Defense Orchestrator (CDO) , which has now achieved FedRAMP In-Process status.

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Drives & Controls

MARCH 4, 2024

Siemens has developed a “revolutionary” multi-function circuit protection device that it says is to 1,000 times faster than conventional devices and needs up to 80% less space in distribution boards. If circuit faults occur, the Sentron ECPD (electronic circuit protection device) switches them off electronically and, if necessary, can trip mechanical isolating contacts downstream.

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Plastics Today

MARCH 4, 2024

Start by finding out precisely why there is a gap between the offer and your salary expectations.

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

MARCH 4, 2024

Cisco continues its focus on FedRAMP ® Authorization for our government customers with yet another solution, Cisco Defense Orchestrator (CDO) , which has now achieved FedRAMP In-Process status.

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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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Robotics Automation News

MARCH 4, 2024

Whether you own a small startup or a large corporation, reliable internet is critical for business growth in today’s digital world. However, traditional Internet service provider (ISP) plans are often too expensive and inflexible to meet the needs of dynamic companies. This is where NetNut proxy services provide an affordable alternative solution worth considering.

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The Fabricator

MARCH 4, 2024

Las tensiones corporales, los problemas de ruido y los desechos en el aire pueden hacer que el trabajo de rectificado sea un desafío. La tecnología ergonómica puede ayudar.

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Robotics Automation News

MARCH 4, 2024

You might not realize it, but a cybercriminal or government agency could be monitoring your every move online and accessing your data. Rather than leaving your sensitive information exposed, you would be smart to protect it with a virtual private network (VPN).

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E&T

MARCH 4, 2024

With AI increasingly set to permeate all areas of our lives, a soon-to-be-published book focuses on how to make AI more human-centred in a range of sectors and industries.

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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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Robotics Automation News

MARCH 4, 2024

In the world of medicine, clinical trials are essential for developing new treatments and medications. However, researchers often face the challenge of recruiting patients. Finding the participants quickly can be both time-consuming and costly. Thankfully, advancements in technology have introduced digital solutions to this issue.

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Fastener News Desk

MARCH 4, 2024

February at Endries International, Inc. ended with a flourish as the team at Ace Bolt & Screw Company, Inc. joins the growing Endries family. Brillion – WI, March 1, 2024 – Endries International, Inc. today announced the acquisition of Ace Bolt & Screw Co. Inc. Founded in 1969 in Jackson, Mississippi by Randal Clark and Tom Keaton, Ace has grown into one of the largest fastener distributors in the southeastern United States.

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Robotics Automation News

MARCH 4, 2024

An electric field is used to store electrical energy in capacitors, which are essential circuit board components. They are widely used in electronic devices. We call this phenomenon capacitor leakage when energy leaks from these devices. There’s a problem with capacitor leakage, especially in applications where accurate electrical energy control is crucial.

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E&T

MARCH 4, 2024

WISE Campaign, a non-profit organisation focused on gender parity for women in STEM from classroom to boardroom, is now under the ownership of the IET.

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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.

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