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Like I noted the other day, LLMs are so past tense. Its all about Agents for marketing hype now. This release notes the release of true AI agents from a company called Abnormal AI. This relates to email securitywhich sounds like an oxymoron. These marketers do not hold back on bold claims. Abn ormal AI, the leader in AI-native human behavior security, unveiled its most ambitious product release to dateintroducing autonomous AI agents that revolutionize how organizations train employees and repor
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.
IDEC Corporation has expanded its operator interface (OI) family with its new HG1J Series touchscreen. This device uses the latest innovations to provide vivid visualizations and responsive multi-touch operation, all in an extremely compact form factor so the technology can be used in more applications than ever before. The HG1J Series is the successor of… The post IDEC 4.3-in.
Growth is the most common factor that has historically led businesses to pursue external capital. Image: Cavan for Adobe/stock.adobe.com RSM Australias director of corporate finance, Oliver Gaunt, explores the complex world of raising capital from the perspective of a manufacturing business. Living and breathing finance has been the reality for RSM Australias director of corporate finance, Oliver Gaunt, for the past decade.
The world of manufacturing is evolving—and so must the factories that drive it. This eBook reveals five transformative strategies that can help manufacturers gain a lasting competitive edge. Through insights from aerospace leaders, energy innovators, and the factories of tomorrow, we show how manufacturers are moving beyond traditional approaches. From building smarter, adaptable systems to embracing iterative design and fostering resilient cultures, these strategies are shaping the future of pr
Source: Getty Images One of the most prevalent trends in the industry, which impacts many a machine shop, is the struggle to find skilled labor. No matter the circumstance, it seems that this lack of skilled labor has prevented shops from moving forward with business opportunities. I believe this problem stems from a lack of young people making skilled trades a destination, which means that the amount of people in skilled trades gets smaller every year.
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
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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
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.
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.
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.
Image: ASUS Reliable Computing Where Standard PCs Fail Many industrial, commercial, and field applications demand computing solutions that can endure far more challenging conditions than those found in standard office environments. Exposure to dust, vibrations, temperature fluctuations, and the need for continuous uptime require purpose-built hardware.
As automation continues to evolve, the demand for smarter, more integrated solutions will only grow. The Accuride FULLELECTRIC® is a new approach to powered linear motion that represents the next evolution in system design. By integrating compact electric actuators directly into Accuride's industry leading drawer slides, this approach addresses the pain points of traditional systems while delivering reliable performance.
Moog Construction used Bauma 2025 as the stage for introducing its Adaptive Electrification Management System, which reduces the cost and complexity of designing, building, operating, and repairing electric off-highway vehicles. The Adaptive Electrification Management System is a patent-pending electronics solution and part of Moog Constructions award-winning TerraTech electrification portfolio.
We have passed through the valley of the shadow of Large Language Models version of AI. Now we have moved a level to the gorge of Agentic AI. Ive written about three posts I believe on that subject. Here is another company unveiling Agentic AI solutions. Akka , the leader in helping enterprises deliver distributed systems that are elastic, agile, and resilient, announced new deployment options for its Akka solution, as well as new solutions to tackle the issues with deploying large-scale agentic
New Delhi, 06 th May, 2025: Cosmo Sunshield, the premium window films vertical of Cosmo First, launched its second brand film #SweatWhereItCounts, as part of their summer campaign. The brand recently had also launched its first film #ShockKamSavingsZyada last month, highlighting the significant electricity saving offered by these films. With 100+ product offerings, Cosmo Sunshields premium range of automotive and architectural window films are designed to deliver superior sun protection, energy
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).
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
To supply a broad range of industries each with specific needs, Treotham provides components in broad range of industries. Images: Treotham With the launch of its new TreoShop platform, Treotham promises to take the accessibility of its industrial automation component offerings to the next level. As a player within Australian manufacturing, Treotham Automation supplies components to industrial automation sectors including manufacturing, food and beverage, mining, medical, robotics, packaging, ma
In addition to presentations and technical sessions, several dozen companies have announced new technologies at this years Automate Show. Some of these have been released in announcements: Festo Didactic to showcase workforce development at Automate Columbus McKinnon showcases conveyance systems at Automate 2025 Festo showing multi-axis positioning systems at Automate Automate 2025 builds on years […] The post Day 1: New technologies at Automate 2025 appeared first on Design World.
The House of Lords has voted to introduce an amendment to the Data (Use and Access) Bill that would require AI companies to reveal what copyrighted material they have used to train their AI models.
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.
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
Agility Robotics, a leading developer of humanoid robots, has deployed its Digit robot with GXO. | Source: Agility Robotics The nascent humanoid robots market offers a large opportunity, but uptake will be low in the short and medium-term, according to a new report from Interact Analysis. Despite the hype about humanoid robots and significant investment activity, the market intelligence specialist predicts market growth will be relatively slow, reaching over 40,000 units by 2032 with a total mar
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.
PIs new B-421 BIX nanopositioning stages are compact, high-precision linear positioning systems designed for applications requiring reliable and accurate motion in extremely space-constrained environments. Equipped with integrated linear encoders with 6 nanometer position resolution and advanced dual-phase piezo inertia motors, BIX stages deliver smooth, backlash-free performance with excellent repeatability, and a minimum incremental motion of […] The post Miniaturized piezo linear stages
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.
May 13, 2025, Detroit, Mich. Deepu Talla, vice president of robotics and edge AI at NVIDIA, unveiled a number of physical AI and industrial autonomy solutions NVIDA is currently developing during his Tuesday keynote address at Automate 2025, titled Industrial Autonomy in the Era of Physical AI. The manufacturing industry is experiencing a fundamental shift, with industrial automation and AI-powered robots increasingly changing how warehouses and factories operate worldwide, said Talla.
The humanoid robot market could experience a boom, with projections indicating a substantial and sustained increase over the next decade. Source: Freudenberg Sealing Technologies Industrial robots have become indispensable in modern manufacturing, performing tasks with precision, speed, and efficiency. As we look ahead, humanoid robots could rapidly grow, not only in manufacturing, but also in a wide range of applications.
Image: Bento/stock.adobe.com For the first time Perth has been named as the next host of the medical technology (medtech) conference AusMedtech. The event will head west in 2026 with the two-and-a-half-day conference expected to attract hundreds of national and international leaders from the medtech industry. Western Australia currently has one of the fastest growing biomedical sectors in the country, with key support for growth of the sector provided by the State Government’s Future Healt
Rollon has launched a new size 200 for its high-precision TH ball screw-driven linear actuator. This addition expands the existing range and offers new opportunities for designers and engineers requiring greater performance and flexibility in demanding applications. The TH actuator series is known for its compact design and positioning accuracy, with repeatability within 5 m,… The post Rollon expands TH actuator range with new size 200 appeared first on Design World.
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.
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.
Six trains operated by ScotRail in the rural north of Scotland have started a six-month trial to provide onboard passenger Wi-Fi using Starlinks low earth orbit (LEO) satellite network.
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.
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