Design World

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Womack Machine Supply and Morrell Group, leading providers of motion control solutions and subsidiaries of Womack Group, have rebranded as Evolution Motion Solutions. The company is introducing a new logo, website, and updated marketing and sales materials. This rebrand marks the next chapter in the company’s journey as it continues to drive innovation in hydraulic,… The post Womack Machine Supply and Morrell Group rebrand as Evolution Motion Solutions appeared first on Design World.

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NOVEMBER 5, 2024

New car market falls by -6.0% in October, as businesses, fleets and private buyers register 9,241 fewer vehicles. Battery electric the only powertrain to see uptake rise as manufacturers continue to subsidise transition with billions in unsustainable discounting. One in five BEV models now retailing for less than the average petrol or diesel but consumer support still needed for fast and fair transition.

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Design World

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Winning entries in the 2024 LEAP (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) Awards were announced by WTWH Media today in 10 categories: • Advanced Materials • Connectivity • Embedded Computing • Fluid Power • Industrial Automation • Mechanical • Motion Control • Power Electronics • Switches & Sensors, and • Test & Measurement. These brands cross… The post 2024 LEAP Awards winners are announced!

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Gary Mintchell

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

News from the AVEVA World Conference 2024 in Paris. Noteworthy announcements include: Industrial AI Assistant AVEVA Unified Engineering AVEVA Operations Control AVEVA PI Data Infrastructure AVEVA Unified Engineering , the new enhancements will bring together global, multi-discipline, multi-organization teams and allow them to work from the same up-to-date project data in a common environment.

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Automation World

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The strategy involves combining Siemens security and AI copilot software with ServiceNow’s workflow automation.

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Manufacturing Management

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence has awarded a £40 million contract to Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL) to build its Juno spy satellite, European Spaceflight reported.

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Gary Mintchell

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Two pieces of news from AVEVA blessed my email client while I was vacationing the past couple of weeks. This one about their partner program. The next post reports on the customer conference held recently in Paris more specifically about the Connect platform. Partners and Principals engage in a delicate dance. This dance sometimes works well for a while.

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Robotics Business Review

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Pipedream’s shuttle robots run on unpowered rails through the company’s pipe system to deliver food. | Source: Pipedream Pipedream Labs Inc. announced the launch of its robotic food-delivery system at a leading quick-service restaurant, or QSR. The system delivers food orders from the kitchen to the customer in under 15 seconds, “transforming fast food into instant food,” it said.

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Automation World

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The Melfa RV-12CRL has the longest reach of any robot in Mitsubishi Electric’s low-cost robot series.

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The Guardian Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Companies are waiting up to 14 years for connections, leading some to revise net zero targets On the south bank of the Mersey, Britain’s first factory dedicated to manufacturing electric vehicles may one day be powered exclusively by wind and solar farms. Stellantis, the European carmaker that owns the Ellesmere Port site, has begun work to fit four megawatts (MW) of solar power capacity across 500 sq metres (5,400 sq ft) of its rooftop space, enough to power the equivalent of 8,000 homes.

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Design World

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Altair Engineering began its journey in 1985 as a Detroit startup. Flash forward almost 40 years, the company has grown into a global leader in computational science and artificial intelligence (AI), providing software and cloud solutions in simulation and analysis, data science and AI, and high-performance computing. Now, Siemens has signed an agreement to acquire… The post Siemens acquires Altair Engineering appeared first on Design World.

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Control.com

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Turck has added IP67 power supplies with upgraded features and benefits to its portfolio. Now available in “smart” and standard variations, these power supplies are designed to increase convenience and efficiency.

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Boston Dynamics Inc. released a new video of its Atlas humanoid robot today. The video shows the electric robot handling large automotive parts autonomously. According to the company, the robot uses machine learning to execute its tasks and 3D vision to perceive the world around it. There are no prescribed or teleoperated movements; all motions are generated autonomously online, said Boston Dynamics.

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The Fabricator

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

General StampingandMetalworks increased its laser cutting capacity in a dramatic way, not by adding a machine, but by scrutinizing which jobs flow to which laser.

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Manufacturing Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Brian Holliday, Co-Chair of the Made Smarter Commission, and Donna Edwards, Programme Director for Made Smarter North West, hail ‘positive’ move.

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Control.com

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The acquisition will combine the companies' complimentary cybersecurity products to enhance network security. Both companies will also benefit from combining their respective experience and customer base.

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The Robot Report is seeking nominations for its 2025 RBR50 Robotics Innovation Awards. The RBR50 has recognized the most innovative and influential organizations in robotics for the past dozen years. Here are the winners from 2024 , 2023 , 2022 , and 2021. Each year, a team of experts selects the most interesting and important robotics innovations from around the world.

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Celebrate the winners of Cisco's 7th Global Partner Innovation Challenge: Partnering for Purpose, showcasing impactful solutions in climate change, digital inclusion, and more. Discover their innovations and our shared commitment to a brighter future.

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Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

In an era where efficiency is king, are you leveraging the right tools to transform your manufacturing processes? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) is critical for enhancing operational efficiency, reducing waste, and optimizing energy usage—key factors for improving your bottom line and lowering your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, a manufacturing technology expert with 18+ years of hands-on experience, in this new webinar as he uncovers the secrets of MES and how to best utilize thes

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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Image: Andrei Armiagov / stock.adobe.com Accelerating space technologies and evolving threats has seen Defence has assessed that a single orbit GEO-based satellite communications system would not meet strategic priorities. As such, Defence has decided to cease its current procurement activity with Lockheed Martin Australia for a single orbit GEO-based satellite communications system.

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Design World

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The growing complexity of industrial applications imposes high requirements on connector systems, especially in settings with restricted installation space. binder, a specialist in circular connectors, is enhancing its product range with angled M5 panel mount connectors. These connectors are engineered for applications needing compact, durable solutions, opening new opportunities in fields like automation, robotics, and… The post binder offers angled M5 panel mount compact connectors appea

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Control.com

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

SMC has recently released a new flow sensor, air cylinders, and pneumatic valves that offer innovative solutions for industrial applications.

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Organization: Fraunhofer Institute for Material Flow and Logistics Country: Germany Website: [link] Year Founded: 1981 Number of Employees: 500+ Innovation Class: Technology, Product & Services evoBOT is the kind of robot that stands out the moment you look at it. Its unique and seemingly simple design doesn’t resemble any other autonomous mobile robot ( AMR ) on the market today.

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MRPEasy

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The Manufacturing PMI is a vital economic metric that indicates whether the manufacturing industry is experiencing an expansion, a contraction, or a standstill. It provides growing manufacturers with valuable insights and helps prepare for market changes. What is the Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI)? The Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) is an economic metric reported […] The post Manufacturing PMI Definition and Insights for SMEs appeared first on Blog for Manuf

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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Image: MT.PHOTOSTOCK/stock.adobe.com The Western Australian Government is looking for experts to sit on a new artificial intelligence (AI) advisory board. Innovation and the Digital Economy Minister Stephen Dawson said expressions of interest are open to become an inaugural member of the Western Australian Government Artificial Intelligence Advisory. “Whilst the uptake of AI varies across the public sector, there is an increasing need to ensure that the adoption of AI technologies is consi

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Design World

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Recognizing the market demand for wireless connectivity, while acknowledging that conventional wireless communication is unsuitable for harsh industrial environments, SICK has partnered with CoreTigo. The leader in industrial wireless communication technology delivers a robust solution that provides seamless integration, ease of deployment, and unparalleled flexibility, enabling simplified retrofits and innovative machine designs that were previously… The post SICK, CoreTigo partner on IO-

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Control.com

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Researchers are continually making developments in 3D printing, leading to advancements in the production of objects with different translucency and textures being printed at higher speeds and efficiencies.

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Speaker: Shalini Dinesh

Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The DMU41 inertial measurement unit (IMU) un-housed. Source: Silicon Sensing Systems Silicon Sensing Systems Ltd. and the Institute of Science Tokyo, a leading Japanese science and technology university, yesterday said that they have jointly tested Silicon Sensing’s DMU41 inertial measurement unit, or IMU, for low earth orbit applications. “Working with the prestigious Science Tokyo on this new test program to demonstrate the capabilities of our DMU41 IMU has been a milestone development f

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SMMT

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Demand for new light commercial vehicles rises by 2.4%, delivering best October performance in three years. Growth attributable to small and medium vans, but future of new pickup market at serious risk. Plug-in Van Grant extension welcome but further and more holistic support needed, as electric van uptake remains -1.9% down in 2024. SEE LCV REGISTRATIONS BY BRAND DOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE AND DATA TABLE The number of new light commercial vehicles (LCVs) joining UK roads grew 2.4% in October with 2

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Robotics Automation News

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

There is just so much jargon in the advertising. Even terms such as ad exchange and programmatic advertising that companies like Attekmi provide as service – these concepts may sound complicated, but they are actually simpler than you think.

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Design World

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Lemo announced the launch of the new Redel 2P High Voltage connectors, delivering 5 kV isolation between contacts in either a 26 or 34-pin configuration — all within a compact Ø18 mm design. These connectors are a suitable solution for the latest generations of cardiac mapping and pulsed field ablation (PFA) medical devices, as well… The post Lemo launches new Redel 2P High Voltage connectors appeared first on Design World.

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