Design World
APRIL 16, 2024
NFI Industries, founded in 1932, is one of the oldest and largest privately held and family-owned 3PLs in North America. The company serves a variety of segments, including food and beverage, retail and e-commerce, manufacturing, and consumer packaged goods, offering everything from transportation, distribution, brokerage, port drayage, intermodal, global logistics, and real estate.
Automation World
APRIL 16, 2024
Emergency stops are of great importance to robust safety systems in industrial settings.
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Gary Mintchell
APRIL 16, 2024
Develop a new product category, hire an analyst firm to conduct some market research, and show how your new product provides benefits to customers. We see it in some “scientific” studies and also studies broadcast on TV advertisements. Here is one by a company called Makersite who touts their new approach called product lifecycle intelligence (PLI).
Design World
APRIL 16, 2024
Teledyne FLIR IIS announced the Bumblebee X series – an advanced stereo vision solution built on our best-in-class stereo vision portfolio. Their legacy of stereo vision solutions started over 25 years ago with Point Grey Research’s Triclops and Digiclops. Now, they have actualized a new industrial stereo camera Bumblebee X, and a software Spinnaker 3D […] The post New stereo vision product for high-accuracy robotics appeared first on Design World.
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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-
E&T
APRIL 16, 2024
The north England site that was going to house a gigafactory from start-up Britishvolt has been purchased by a US private equity firm, which plans to build one of the largest data centres in Europe.
Design World
APRIL 16, 2024
Digi International introduced Digi Connect Sensor XRT-M, the latest addition to its remote monitoring and control portfolio. Powered by Digi Axess, Digi Connect Sensor XRT-M is designed to deliver reliable and seamless remote monitoring and management. It offers customers both edge and cloud-based control options, with a management platform equipped with an intuitive interface for streamlining data management […] The post Remote monitoring device tailored for infrastructure, utilities, and
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Design World
APRIL 16, 2024
CUI Devices’ Interconnect Group announced the addition of pogo pins and PCB pins to its connectors product portfolio. The CPG family of pogo and PCB pins offers gold-plated contacts for high reliability as well as a variety of pin sizes and configurations to meet an array of interconnect needs. CUI Devices’ line of pogo pins features […] The post Interconnect product folio expanded to include pogo and PCB pins appeared first on Design World.
E&T
APRIL 16, 2024
Four Japanese tech giants, including NTT DOCOMO, NTT, NEC and Fujitsu, have revealed the development of a 6G wireless device capable of ultra-high-speed 100 Gbps transmissions in the 100 GHz and 300 GHz sub-terahertz bands over distances of up to 100 metres.
Design World
APRIL 16, 2024
Softing Inc., a global provider of products for industrial automation, IT networks, and automotive electronics, announces the release of dataFEED OPC UA Tunnel, a new method to help customers secure communications between PLCs and business applications. Additionally, dataFEED OPC Suite version 5.30 can now move process data from PLCs to an InfluxDB database for storage.… The post dataFEED OPC Suite increases application security between appeared first on Design World.
Control.com
APRIL 16, 2024
The S7-1200 is Siemens’ flagship small form factor PLC, upgradable with signal boards and modules. The new update, the S7-1200 G2, demonstrated at Hannover Messe, contains an array of new features.
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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?
Mold Making Technology
APRIL 16, 2024
4 Ways Moldmakers Benefit from 3D Printing Speed. Shorten the product development timeframe by making prototype parts before cutting the mold. Automation. Automating the moldmaking process enables moldmakers to do more. Bridge production. Deliver parts while a mold is in work or being repaired. Customer service. Moldmakers can support smaller clients they might not be able to serve with conventional moldmaking/molding services.
Control.com
APRIL 16, 2024
Controlling an industrial robot can be done through the use of well-crafted signal handshakes. Follow along as we dive into several robot-to-PLC communication strategies.
Robotics Business Review
APRIL 16, 2024
Bumblebee X is a new GigE-powered stereo imaging solution that delivers high-accuracy and low-latency for robotic guidance and pick-and-place applications. | Credit: Teledyne FLIR Teledyne FLIR IIS (Integrated Imaging Solutions) today announced the new Bumblebee X series – an advanced stereo-depth vision solution optimized for multiple applications.
Manufacturer's Monthly
APRIL 16, 2024
Image: Prime Creative Media/Georgia Willey Doors have opened today for Australian Manufacturing Week (AMW), one of Australia’s premier manufacturing industry events. The executive director for Investment NSW, Maroun El Khoury officially opened Australian Manufacturing Week today at the International Convention Centre in Sydney on behalf of the Hon.
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
Industry Week
APRIL 16, 2024
A smarter sustainability policy would emphasize resilient supply chains, modular architecture and limiting dependence on foreign adversaries.
The Fabricator
APRIL 16, 2024
BLM GROUP USA has introduced the LT12 lasertube system for cutting light and heavy tubes and profiles up to 305 mm dia.
Industry Week
APRIL 16, 2024
A smarter sustainability policy would emphasize resilient supply chains, modular architecture and limiting dependence on foreign adversaries.
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
APRIL 16, 2024
World Creativity & Innovation Week annually celebrates problem-solving within the realms of economic, social, and sustainable development.
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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.
E&T
APRIL 16, 2024
Nissan has revealed its battery pilot line at its Yokohama Plant in Japan is on track to produce all-solid-state batteries that will be a “game-changer” for the electric vehicle (EV) market.
Motion Control Tips
APRIL 16, 2024
Nanotec has expanded its product portfolio with the ASA5618 high-torque stepper motor. It meets the highest safety standards, as evidenced by its UL/CSA certification, but also supports even the most demanding applications with particularly precise and reliable performance. With a flange size of 56 mm (NEMA23), the ASA56 features a holding torque ranging from 140 […] The post New stepper motor with UL/CSA certification appeared first on Motion Control Tips.
Automation Mag
APRIL 16, 2024
Hexagon’s Asset Lifecycle Intelligence division is strategically partnering with Dragos, a company specializing in cybersecurity for operational technology (OT). The companies have joined forces to effectively address the need for cybersecurity measures in industrial settings spurred by the rapid evolution of technology. The technical partnership focuses on integrating the complementary OT cybersecurity capabilities of the Dragos Platform and Hexagon’s PAS Cyber Integrity to provide customers wi
The Guardian Manufacturing
APRIL 16, 2024
International Paper settles all-share deal after tussle with British rival Mondi Business live – latest updates The FTSE 100 UK packaging firm DS Smith is to be taken over by a bigger US rival, International Paper, after the companies agreed a £5.8bn all-share deal. Tennessee-based International Paper, one of the largest paper and pulp companies in the world, moved in late March to gatecrash a £5.14bn all-share deal put forward by its British rival Mondi, based in Weybridge, that month.
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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.
Automation Mag
APRIL 16, 2024
Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) shared in a statement that it was encouraged by new measures in Budget 2024, including those aimed at supporting the manufacturing sector through the transition to a clean economy. However, the association is deeply concerned about the pace of implementation of previously announced measures, compounded by the chilling impact on manufacturing investment through increased capital tax gains.
NIST Manufacturing
APRIL 16, 2024
The MBE Summit has brought academia, government, and industry experts together for over 10 years to share the challenges, implementation issues, and lessons learned in design, manufacturing, quality assurance, and sustainment of products and
Metrology
APRIL 16, 2024
Are you struggling to navigate the ever-evolving world of measurement technology? Tired of theoretical discussions without concrete answers? The UK's Midlands Centre for Data-Driven Metrology (MCDDM) are holding a series of Open Day Measurement Events to go beyond talking, to taking action. The post Unleash the Power of Data-Driven Metrology: Metrology Measurement Open Day Series appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.
Modern Machine Shop
APRIL 16, 2024
Source: Lyndex-Nikken Inc. Lyndex-Nikken has announced a number of new appointments, including Russ Reinhart as the company’s new U.S. national sales manager; John Kusinko as the new regional sales representative in New York, New Jersey, Delaware and Eastern Pennsylvania; and Luis Mejia as the new regional sales representative in Mexico. Reinhart is said to have over three decades of experience in the metalworking industry and brings a wealth of expertise and leadership to his new role of
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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.
Metrology
APRIL 16, 2024
Metrology emerges as a pivotal solution in this conundrum. By harnessing advanced metrology techniques, manufacturers can elevate their quality standards without compromising financial feasibility. We explore how leveraging metrology not only enhances manufacturing quality but also drives efficiency and competitiveness, all while containing costs. The post The Role of Metrology In Enhancing Manufacturing Quality Without Increasing Costs appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magaz
Modern Machine Shop
APRIL 16, 2024
When 3D printing contract manufacturer Cumberland Additive recently acquired the metal additive manufacturing operations of Stratasys Direct, the move doubled the company’s number of metal additive manufacturing (AM) machines and gave the company an additional production facility in its home region of Austin, Texas. However, this new facility became not the second, but rather the third location for Cumberland.
Metrology
APRIL 16, 2024
Automated optical inspection (AOI) of wafer-based solar cells requires a combination of 2D and 3D imaging to detect imperfections in coatings and printings, and for the reliable characterization of small surface defects. AOI guarantees the highest yield for manufacturers by reducing inspection times and boosting throughput, while also ensuring maximum utilization of raw materials and resources.
Manufacturing Tomorrow
APRIL 16, 2024
LeanDNA, a leading intelligent supply chain execution platform, has been named "Data Solution of the Year - Industrial" in the 2024 Data Breakthrough Awards after winning the award for the first time in 2023. These awards highlight the breakthrough products, solutions, and companies within the crowded data technology market. All entries are judged on innovation, performance, ease of use, functionality, value, and impact.
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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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