Gary Mintchell
APRIL 8, 2025
Im not talking about the Johnny Rivers theme for a late Sixties Saturday afternoon spy TV show. Were talking software agents. Some may be secret, but none are men. I once had an annual meeting with the CTO of a large automation company where I shared (non-privileged) information Id gathered about the market while trying to learn what technologies I should be watching for.
Design World
APRIL 8, 2025
HP debuts halogen-free PA 12 FR and showcases AI Text to 3D at booth 2301 for custom design. AtRAPID + TCT 2025, HP presented new developments in polymer and metal 3D printing, along with partnerships focused on advancing additive manufacturing applications in the automotive sector. HP introduced new solutions designed to improve accessibility to additive… The post HP showcases additive manufacturing updates at RAPID + TCT 2025 appeared first on Design World.
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SMMT
APRIL 4, 2025
New car market rises 12.4% during plate change month as private retail buyers slowly return. Battery electric car uptake rises to highest ever volume at 69,313 units but 19.4% market share still below target set by Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate. Industry maintains call for accelerated regulatory review and government incentives to raise demand to required level.
Robotics Business Review
APRIL 4, 2025
Hyundai Motor Group plans to implement Boston Dynamics’ robot line, including its Atlas humanoid, Spot quadruped, and Stretch trailer-unloading robots. | Source: Boston Dynamics Boston Dynamics Inc. and Hyundai Motor Group yesterday announced plans to deepen their partnership, which includes Hyundai purchasing “tens of thousands” of robots in the coming years.
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Effective shop floor production planning and execution can be challenging. Despite technological advancements and methodologies, many manufacturing production managers still encounter issues that result in late orders, cash flow difficulties, and dissatisfied customers. These challenges can disrupt operations, reduce efficiency, and impact overall profitability.
Modern Machine Shop
APRIL 6, 2025
“A lot of our customers are other machine shops around New England, because they’ll get orders for machining metals, but then one of their customers might have a couple plastic parts. It’s easier for them to subcontract it out,” says Mark Rohlfs, president and one half of the brother-and-sister ownership team of East Coast Precision Manufacturing.
i4.0 today
APRIL 4, 2025
A collaboration between SICK Sensor Intelligence and Universal Robots has created the End-of-Arm-Safeguard (EOAS), enabling more effective human-robot collaboration than ever before. A world-first, the patented technology ensures robots and humans can work in closer proximity with improved safety as the technology is mounted directly onto a robotic arm.
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Canadian Manufacturing
APRIL 4, 2025
TORONTO — TerraVest Industries Inc. announces that it has acquired L.B.T. Inc. a North American manufacturer of tank trailers. LBT was acquired for an enterprise value of approximately US$16.0 million, including the assumption of certain liabilities, and subject to customary closing adjustments. Headquartered in Omaha Nebraska, LBT is a manufacturer of tank trailers serving the North American transportation industry.
Design World
APRIL 4, 2025
Lanner Electronics has launched the EAI-I510 edge AI computer, designed to enhance city safety through AI-powered video analytics. Equipped with Intel Core Ultra Series 2 (Arrow Lake H) processors, the EAI-I510 supports video analytics applications such as intrusion detection, facial recognition, and public safety monitoring. Designed for real-time AI inference at the edge, it offers… The post Lanner introduces EAI-I510 edge AI computer appeared first on Design World.
SMMT
APRIL 4, 2025
New light commercial vehicle (LCV) registrations down -3.2% in March, marking fourth consecutive monthly decline. Surging demand for pick-ups ahead of double-cab tax impact, while other key segments bar small vans shrink in volume. Record monthly volume of electric uptake after 40.3% growth but still represents just half the 16% market share that is mandated for 2025.
Dinesh Mishra
APRIL 4, 2025
Dynamic Manufacturing India | MarchApril 2025 Edition | Aerospace Special Indias aerospace and defence sector is witnessing unprecedented growth, driven by bold reforms, global collaborations, and visionary leadership. The MarchApril 2025 Aerospace Special issue of Dynamic Manufacturing India captures the pulse of this dynamic transformation, with exclusive insights from Aero India 2025 Asias premier aerospace and defence exhibition.
Speaker: Karan Talati: CEO and Co-Founder of First Resonance
The rules of manufacturing are shifting—are you ready? Tariffs, automation, and supply chain disruptions are forcing manufacturers to adapt fast or fall behind. Join Karan Talati, CEO of First Resonance and former SpaceX Manufacturing Engineer, in this on-demand webinar to learn how leading manufacturers are: Navigating tariffs with data-driven supply chain strategies Leveraging automation and AI to eliminate bottlenecks Building resilience with predictive supplier management Adapting flexible s
Robotics Business Review
APRIL 7, 2025
In the U.S., the Versius Surgical System is indicated for adult patients 22 years of age and older, eligible for soft-tissue minimal-access surgery, for cholecystectomy. | Source: CMR Surgical CMR Surgical Ltd. last week announced that it has closed a financing round of more than $200 million through a combination of equity and debt capital. The company said surgeons have already used its Versius Surgical Robotic System to complete more than 30,000 cases in over 30 countries.
Manufacturer's Monthly
APRIL 8, 2025
Image: Vossloh Global rail technology developer, Vossloh , has opened a new production plant for railroad turnouts in Bendigo, Australia. Vossloh manufactures switches and components for rail projects in the south and east of Australia, with its new plant having the capability to produce up to 200 turnouts a year. The Premier of the state of Victoria, Jacinta Allan, cut the ribbon for the symbolic opening together with representatives of the company on Friday.
Design World
APRIL 4, 2025
The LEAP Awards (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) celebrates the most innovative and forward-thinking products serving the design engineering space. This dynamic competition honors the most innovative engineered products/components across several of ourflagship brands: Design World, Fluid Power World, EE World, and Engineering.com. Submissions for the 2025 LEAP Awards program are being accepted starting Wednesday,… The post 2025 LEAP Awards will open for nominations on Wednes
Robotics Automation News
APRIL 7, 2025
BMW has taken a significant step forward in its automation strategy with the commissioning of an expanded body shop at its Regensburg vehicle plant in Neutraubling, Germany. The upgrade involved installing a total of 294 industrial robots into the facility a clear signal of the companys continued investment in high-efficiency, digitally integrated car manufacturing.
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Manufacturers face increasing pressure to curb energy waste and emissions. Emergent Energy specializes in optimizing industrial steam systems, leveraging Panoramic Power’s real-time energy intelligence to drive efficiency. By analyzing steam system performance, Emergent Energy pinpoints inefficiencies and implements targeted improvements. This article explores how data-driven steam optimization transforms wasted energy into measurable savings, ensuring compliance with sustainability regulations.
Automation World
APRIL 10, 2025
Manufacturers have spent years adding sensors to lay the groundwork for digital transformation and data-driven decision making. Now the focus turns to scaling this connectivity for predictive maintenance, process optimization and energy monitoring with help from AI.
Robotics Business Review
APRIL 10, 2025
Powered by renewable wind and solar energy, Saildrone USVs provide long-duration operations measured in months, not days. | Source: Saildrone Saildrone Inc. this week announced that it is establishing a European subsidiary in Denmark. The Alameda, Calif.-based company said it aims to address the urgent need for maritime domain awareness in European waters.
Manufacturer's Monthly
APRIL 8, 2025
Image: Entegra Australias almond exports sector is experiencing record-breaking demand, with China and India leading the charge as key markets for the countrys high-quality produce. Australias booming almond industry is driving export growth According to Rabobank, Australian almond exports have grown at a compound annual rate of 9 per cent over the past decadeoutpacing the global average of 5 per cent.
Design World
APRIL 10, 2025
By Christopher Logue, Emerson This plug-and-play paint automation solution incorporates industrial-grade intelligent devices and industry-standard communication technologies to streamline OEM development of advanced painting and coating robotics systems. Whether applying the color and clear coats to an automobile or laying down powder coat material used to create a durable equipment protection layer, robotic application systems… The post Automation solution goes hard in the paint appeared
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In 2025, the Supply Chain continues its evolution toward “Logistics 4.0,” inspired by Industry 4.0. Two major characteristics define this transformation: automation, driven by robotic solutions, and prediction, paving the way for an era of planning and simulation powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI).
MRPEasy
APRIL 8, 2025
MRPeasy has announced a new native integration with Microsoft Power BI, a leading business intelligence and data visualization platform that enables manufacturers to use their operational data for continuous improvement. What is Microsoft Power BI? Microsoft Power BI Service is a business analytics tool that enables users to visualize data, share insights across their organization, […] The post Integrating with Microsoft Power BI for Improved Manufacturing Analytics appeared first on Blog
Robotics Automation News
APRIL 4, 2025
Serve Robotics, a provider of autonomous sidewalk delivery solutions, has launched its service in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area.
Robotics Business Review
APRIL 7, 2025
With the rise of large language models and generative AI, researchers have spent the past few years figuring out how to apply that technology to robotics. For many, the answer is physical intelligence, the next major breakthrough for the robotics industry. At the 2025 Robotics Summit & Expo at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, MIT CSAIL Director Daniela Rus will give a keynote presentation on the topic.
Manufacturer's Monthly
APRIL 6, 2025
Image: WA Government/Gemco Local railcar manufacturing has hit a milestone with the rollout of the first iron ore railcar wagon built by Perth-based company Gemco for Rio Tinto Iron Ore (RTIO). Gemco is set to deliver 100 wagons over the next six years to RTIO, with an initial release of 40 and another 10 per year for six years. This work will also include repairing and refurbishing key wagon components.
Speaker: Chris Townsend, VP of Product Marketing, Wellspring
Over the past decade, companies have embraced innovation with enthusiasm—Chief Innovation Officers have been hired, and in-house incubators, accelerators, and co-creation labs have been launched. CEOs have spoken with passion about “making everyone an innovator” and the need “to disrupt our own business.” But after years of experimentation, senior leaders are asking: Is this still just an experiment, or are we in it for the long haul?
Design World
APRIL 10, 2025
AutomationDirect has added ICON Process Controls Truflo TKM series paddle wheel liquid flow meters that provide reliable, full-pipe liquid flow measurement with exceptional long-term performance. These rugged, highly repeatable sensors deliver outstanding value with no scheduled maintenance required. Built with a chemically resistant PVC body, they are ideal for corrosive liquid process applications.
The Guardian Manufacturing
APRIL 4, 2025
Closure of Nippon Electric Glass plant would put further pressure on Rachel Reevess industrial strategy Business live latest updates A glass factory in Wigan that produces fibreglass for electric cars and wind turbines faces closure and the loss of 250 jobs unless its Japanese owner can find a new partner or a buyer. In the latest blow to Britains industrial base, Nippon Electric Glass (NEG) announced a strategic review of its composites business Electric Glass Fiber UK (EGF), which it expects
Automation Mag
APRIL 8, 2025
FANUC America has launched its new web tool Cobot and Go, allowing companies of all sizes to search for ready-to-go collaborative robot (cobot) solutions. Tackling a variety of common industry challenges, todays pre-engineered solutions offer off the shelf standardization that has the potential to significantly accelerate customer ROI, said Jerry Perez, manager of FANUC America, in a press statement.
Robotics Business Review
APRIL 9, 2025
BRINC is a leading provider of ‘drone as a first responder’ systems in the U.S. | Credit: BRINC BRINC Drones Inc. yesterday said it has raised $75 million in new funding. The Seattle-based company said it plans to use the capital to accelerate the development and production of its emergency-response drones. We will continue building world-class emergency-response drones and scale our team to meet the growing demand for our life-saving technologies, stated Blake Resnick, founder and C
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Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?
Manufacturer's Monthly
APRIL 7, 2025
Image: razihusin/stock.adobe.com The Submarine Institute of Australia (SIA) will head to Perth later this year to host its biennial conference, bringing together government and defence industry leaders from across the globe. The conference will be held from 18-20 August at the Pan Pacific Perth, with conversations centred around the theme, ‘Nuclear Submarines in Australia’ It will be an opportunity for Australian and international government agencies, strategic policy, maritime acade
Design World
APRIL 8, 2025
A full line of shaft collars, flange collars, rigid couplings, and shaft adapters that can be machined by the user to solve specific MRO (Maintenance Repair Operations) quickly has been introduced by Stafford Manufacturing Corp. of Wilmington, MA. Stafford Remachineable Shaft Collars, Couplings, and Adapters can be machined by the user to let them customize… The post Shaft collars and couplings remachineable for MRO applications appeared first on Design World.
Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing
APRIL 8, 2025
As cyber threats continue to evolve, the manufacturing industry finds itself at the forefront of these attacks. For the third consecutive year, manufacturing has become the most targeted industry for cyberattacks. In 2024 alone, incidents surged by 75%, driven primarily by ransomware groups and state-sponsored attackers exploiting the increasing integration between Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) systems.
CMTC Manufacturing Tech
APRIL 10, 2025
California employment laws bring a range of new requirements in 2025 that will directly affect how manufacturers manage their workforce. From wage adjustments to expanded worker protections, understanding these changes is key to avoiding compliance risks and maintaining smooth operations. Key updates include: Wage increases and new exempt salary thresholds Paid leave and retirement plan changes Indoor heat illness prevention requirements Expanded compliance and posting obligations New rules on l
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Discover how to accelerate manufacturing agility and build supply chain resilience in our live webinar on February 6, 2025, at 3 PM PST. Explore insights from a former SpaceX leader on scaling hardware production, balancing speed with quality, and leveraging advanced tools like ION Factory OS. Learn from historical examples and modern approaches to innovation while uncovering how AI and real-time data can automate processes, strengthen supply chain operations, and ensure scalability.
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