Design World
MAY 5, 2025
Function, purity, and process are key considerations when researching aerospace materials. Daniel Hess, applications engineer at NuSil, explains silicones unique characteristics and guidance for choosing the right material. Humans have used silicone-based materials for thousands of years, with archaeological evidence from ancient Chinese, Egyptian, and Phoenician cultures.
Gary Mintchell
MAY 5, 2025
Ah, competition for Adobe. And finding good, small application for AI beyond all the hype we hear. Foxit has upgraded its AI Assistant within the Foxit PDF Editor. The enhanced AI Assistant includes features such as chat with image, multiple document analysis, automatic bookmarking, and additional read-aloud options. A new tab in the ribbon toolbar also provides users with streamlined access to the powerful suite of AI-driven tools designed to simplify and supercharge document management workflo
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Robotics Business Review
MAY 5, 2025
Iggy Rob is a humanoid robot intended to cost less than $54,000 U.S. Source: igus As market analysts predict that up to 20 million humanoid robots could be deployed in industrial settings by 2030, igus GmbH last week unveiled its first humanoid, Iggy Rob. The motion plastics specialist said it designed the robot to support industrial production, service environments, and transport tasks.
Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 4, 2025
Image: Incat Hundreds gathered at the Incat shipyard in Hobart for the launch of Incat Hull 096 the worlds largest battery-electric ship. Constructed for South American ferry operator Buquebus, Hull 096 is the most significant vessel ever built by Incat and represents a giant leap forward in sustainable shipping. When it enters service between Buenos Aires and Uruguay, it is set to operate entirely on battery-electric power, carrying up to 2,100 passengers and 225 vehicles across the River Plat
Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives
Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri
The Guardian Manufacturing
MAY 7, 2025
Open roles include engineers and manufacturing operators as firm prepares to ramp up production British Steel has said it will hire more than 180 new employees, as it prepares to ramp up iron and steel production for the first time since its government rescue. The company has started recruiting for 165 roles in Scunthorpe and a further 17 at its operations in Teesside and Skinningrove, to support production at its two blast furnaces.
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Gary Mintchell
MAY 5, 2025
News from the upcoming Automate 2025 show continues to dribble in. This looks like an update on HMIs. Lets take it to Android (I assume some of you are on that platform). Olis will launch a remote automation monitoring, diagnostic and error recovery app that turns Android smartphones and tablets into gateways for any automation cell without the need for additional hardware at Automate 2025.
Robotics Business Review
MAY 10, 2025
The current RO1 model is a six-axis robot that integrates with grippers, conveyors, seventh-axis lifts, linear actuators, and more. | Source: Standard Bots Standard Bots yesterday unveiled a new robot and announced that it has expanded its production facility in Glen Cove, N.Y. The American robotics company said the new 16,000-sq.-ft. (1486.4 sq. m) factory doubles the size of its previous Long Island location.
Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 4, 2025
Nitrogen ensures a burr-free environment while laser cutting and thus eliminates material handling. Image: Atlas Copco Atlas Copco offers on-site nitrogen generation solutions that can boost productivity for industrial laser cutting companies. This means you can produce nitrogen right where you need it, helping to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
Control.com
MAY 5, 2025
Check out a few of the technology and product demo highlights from leading control automation and robotics companies coming soon to Huntington Place in Detroit for Automate, May 12-15.
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Your Industrial IoT software is never ready to scale unless your platform can handle multiple assets at enterprise-level, deploy on any cloud, and provide a modern tech stack for rapid application development with complete IP Ownership, all while reducing cloud operations costs by 90% per connected device. In the technical paper developed with the product team behind Flex83, find how you can build & own your custom IoT platform on the Flex83 Middleware that: Is Scale-ready for 65M+ Connected Ass
Design World
MAY 4, 2025
METCASE has launched TECHNOMET TX, a new range of tower enclosures for tabletop electronic instrumentation. Designed to conserve workstation space, these new aluminum enclosures are suitable for applications in test and measurement, industrial control, medical and wellness devices, peripheral equipment, communications, and laboratory use. Like other models in METCASEs TECHNOMET range, the new TX features… The post METCASE launches TECHNOMET TX for desktop instrumentation appeared first on
Gary Mintchell
MAY 7, 2025
I jumped on Skype about as soon as it was launched. There were times I pushed its limits even for recording podcasts. Then Microsoft acquired it. Skype quickly lost its utility. It has resided on my computer for years. I cant think of a time when Ive actually used it in the past 10 years. This story of small, innovative company selling to a large corporation only for users to lose the utility of the product happens so often its almost trite.
Robotics Business Review
MAY 7, 2025
Amazon is opening new automation opportunities by deploying its first robots that leverage force and touch sensing to improve material handling tasks. One of the classic applications for robots at Amazon warehouses is centered around the goods to person (G2P) solution with the Kiva robots. The Kiva mobile robots present movable shelves, stocked with inventory, to a stationary human picker.
Robotics Automation News
MAY 5, 2025
Toyota and Waymo have reached a preliminary agreement to explore a collaboration focused on accelerating the development and deployment of autonomous driving technologies. Woven by Toyota will also join the potential collaboration as Toyota’s strategic enabler, contributing its strengths in advanced software and mobility innovation.
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Manufacturing today requires both agility and precision. Traditional ERP systems provide enterprise-wide management but lack real-time execution power needed on the shop floor. ION Factory OS by First Resonance bridges this gap, combining the strengths of ERP and MES for seamless integration. While ERP handles long-term strategic oversight, ION Factory OS delivers real-time production control, ensuring speed, flexibility, and precision.
Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 8, 2025
Image: AMTIL The third day of AMW 2025 maintained a focus ontechnology, innovation, and sustainability, with a series of digital presentations aimed at equipping businesses with the tools needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving marketplace. Kicking off the morning was CEO of Elexon Electronics, Frank Faller, with a session titled Elexon2Zero: Driving Sustainability Through Innovation and Quality.
Design World
MAY 7, 2025
AutomationDirect has added AttaBox Heartland/Heartland SL series hinged screw cover enclosures that provide an alternative to conventional latch enclosures. The hinged screw cover configuration gives the enclosure the highest level of protection against water intrusion (NEMA 6P), and the polycarbonate resin in the Heartland series has attained the best available F1 rating, having passed critical… The post AutomationDirect adds AttaBox hinged screw cover enclosures appeared first on Design
Automation Mag
MAY 7, 2025
The old adage, If it aint broke, dont fix it, certainly applies to manufacturing. Legacy systems, including older PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems, and non-networked machinery have long been the backbone of industrial operations. However, as manufacturing continues to evolve, and as companies see the benefits of leveraging data, legacy systems start to show their shortcomings.
Robotics Business Review
MAY 5, 2025
In over four years of supervised pilot hauls, the Aurora Driver has delivered over 10,000 customer loads across three million autonomous miles, the company said. | Source: Aurora Aurora Innovation Inc. last week launched a commercial self-driving trucking service in Texas. The deployment will provide autonomous freight transportation between Dallas and Houston.
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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.
Robotics Automation News
MAY 5, 2025
Hitachi and Daikin have launched a trial of a new AI-powered chatbot designed to help diagnose equipment failures on factory floors. The digital agent, developed through a co-creation partnership, acts as a conversational interface between factory operators and complex machinery data.
Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 4, 2025
Capral Aluminium has reinforced its commitment to local manufacturing by joining the Australian Made Campaign. Images: Capral As U.S. tariffs show potential to disrupt Australias aluminium trade, Capral Aluminium has joined the Australian Made Campaign to reinforce a crucial message. Australian aluminium is in the spotlight, as shifting global trade policies and tariffs create uncertainty for local producers.
Design World
MAY 5, 2025
Amprius Technologies announced the launch of its 450 Wh/kg SiCore lithium-ion battery. This is the company’s most energy-dense SiCore cell, offering 450 Wh/kg and 950 Wh/L, and is expected to move to mass production in the near term through its global manufacturing partners.Built with a proprietary silicon anode material system, this SiCore cell delivers up… The post Amprius launches new production-ready 450 Wh/kg SiCore battery for aerospace appeared first on Design World.
Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing
MAY 7, 2025
San Antonio, TX May 7, 2025 Frost & Sullivan recently researched the autonomous AI market and, based on its findings, recognizes Composabl with the 2024 Global Company of the Year Award. Composabl is a trailblazer in the industrial automation AI market, delivering businesses with an innovative, no-code platform that empowers engineers to develop and deploy intelligent AI agents without extensive coding expertise.
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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.
Robotics Business Review
MAY 9, 2025
The Robot Report Podcast Safety and Efficiency in Robotics Design In Episode 195 of The Robot Report Podcast, our guest isGiovanni Campanella, the Industrial Automation and Robotics General Manager at Texas Instruments (TI). Show timeline 6:30 Steve Crowe and Mike Oitzman recap the 2025 Robotics Summit and Expo live from the Boston Convention Center 13:20 Mike interviews Giovanni Campanella, the Industrial Automation and Robotics General Manager at Texas Instruments (TI).
Robotics Automation News
MAY 5, 2025
Hyundai and Plus AI have unveiled a shared vision at the recent Advanced Clean Transportation Expo in Anaheim, California, outlining their collaboration on autonomous hydrogen-powered fuel cell trucks and their aims to accelerate the development of a hydrogen-powered freight network in the United States.
Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 4, 2025
Image: MAGNIFIER/stock.adobe.com South Australia s exports to the European Union the worlds second largest consumer market after the US have grown by 22 per cent in the last 12 months to $1 billion, making it the states newest billion-dollar export market. According to the latest Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data, South Australia s exports to the European Union jumped by $183 million dollars in the year to March 2025.
Design World
MAY 5, 2025
With over $200,000 raised toward its $325,000 goal, the PTDA Foundation is progressing in its efforts to support workforce development in 2025. As the power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) industry experiences increased demand for skilled workers, the Foundation is providing support to both emerging and existing professionals through focused programs.
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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).
Manufacturing Management
MAY 7, 2025
West Yorkshires manufacturing and engineering businesses are being encouraged to put forward their brightest young talent for the Leeds Manufacturing Festival Awards 2025 as nominations officially open
Robotics Business Review
MAY 8, 2025
A FANUC robot working in car manufacturing. FANUC is a Japanese world leader in robotics and factory automation. | Source: FANUC America The latest numbers of the International Federation of Robotics (IFR’s) show automakers in the U.S. have been investing more in automation. The IFR said that total installations of industrial robots in the automotive industry increased by 10.7%, reaching 13,700 units in 2024.
Robotics Automation News
MAY 10, 2025
Automate 2025 which starts Monday is North Americas largest robotics and automation event, a key meeting point for professionals in this rapidly evolving field. Since its beginnings in 1976 as the first Robots Show, it has grown and adapted, becoming Automate in 2011 after merging with other industry events.
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