Manufacturer's Monthly

JULY 11, 2023

Author: Geoff Crittenden, CEO, Weld Australia But, with the advent of automation, robots, cobots and a range of other advanced welding technologies and techniques, this perception is becoming more and more outdated. robots and cobots Automation, Industry 4.0, Welding is a far less dangerous and arduous job than ever before. Industry 4.0

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Canadian Manufacturing

APRIL 24, 2024

JOHN’S — Kraken Robotics Inc. a Boston-based specialized private equity firm focused on differentiated industrial technology manufacturers. a Boston-based specialized private equity firm focused on differentiated industrial technology manufacturers. Kraken Robotics Inc.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

JUNE 6, 2023

Universal Robots, Joseph F. Engelberger Robotics Award, Esben Østergaard, Roberta Nelson Shea, Kim Povlsen, robotics safety, cobots For the second time within five years, a key figure at Universal Robots (UR), the Danish manufacturer of collaborative robots (cobots), has been awarded the world’s most prestigious robotics prize, the Joseph F.

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Universal Robots

DECEMBER 21, 2018

In business since 1951, Linatex has seen a lot of manufacturing processes and technologies come and go. Linatex, a Danish manufacturer of specialized plastic and rubber components, became Universal Robots’ first customer with the purchase of a UR5 collaborative robot in 2008.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

FABTECH 2023 attendees will witness a monumental leap in collaborative robot technology when Kane Robotics showcases its GRIT TM at North America’s paramount event for metal forming, fabricating, welding, and finishing. Join Kane at FABTECH 2023 and say goodbye to grinding and sanding like robots and hello to collaborating with them.

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Automation Mag

MARCH 7, 2023

OTTO Motors was named to Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies for 2023 as a top 10 global robotics company. In 2008, we had this crazy idea that self-driving technology would revolutionize transportation inside factories and warehouses long before mainstream adoption,” said Matt Randall, co-founder and CEO of OTTO Motors. “Our

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Modern Machine Shop

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Source: AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology IMTS 1980-1988: Attendance skyrocketed and broke records. In 1988, the robot hand was introduced. IMTS 1990: The name of the show was officially changed to The International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS). The Miles for Manufacturing 5K was held.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

JANUARY 20, 2025

When Finn Power and Prima Industrie joined forces in 2008 to create Prima Power, the companies combined a massive amount of knowledge to serve the global sheet metal fabrication industry. Prima stands for Progress in Manufacturing Automation. The company also offers customers a full software ecosystem. Simple as that.

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AU Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

David completed his apprentice early, and is undertaking additional training that will see him take on the role of Manager of the Bossong PTA division, overseeing several robots and completing jobs for customers in the oil and gas industry. David Jonas from Bossong Engineering was named the 2022 Young Trades Person of the Year.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

MAY 30, 2023

In 2008, Xavier Orr was digging deep into the world of neural networks in his final year of artificial intelligence studies at the University of Western Australia. Today, the Australian-based company is making moves in the futuristic worlds of self-driving cars, aerial drones, space launch vehicles and robotics.

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Automation Mag

JULY 4, 2023

Manufacturing AUTOMATION’s second annual Top 10 Under 40 highlights the next generation of leaders who have demonstrated exemplary work ethic. To highlight the achievements of each individual selected for the Top 10 Under 40 list, Manufacturing AUTOMATION will feature one of 2023’s winners every week for the next 10 weeks.

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Canadian Manufacturing

MARCH 2, 2023

OTTO Motors named to Fast Company’s 2023 list of Most Innovative Companies (Credit: OTTO Motors) KITCHENER — OTTO Motors, a provider of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), announced that it has been named to Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies for 2023 as a top 10 global robotics company. “In

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Manufacturer's Monthly

AUGUST 3, 2022

The pair quickly worked out a winning formula for their own business, with Alex’s design intelligence and Svetlana’s propensity for maintaining quality in manufacturing. Coolon LED Lighting was created in 2001 from FLC Microdesign, a contract manufacturing business. This was a turning point in Coolon’s history.

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Canadian Manufacturing

AUGUST 28, 2024

REGINA — Canadian food manufacturing plays a crucial role in addressing the need to sustainably feed a growing global population according to a recent FCC Economics report. Food is the largest manufacturing sector in Canada by both employment and sales. ”

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Fabricating & Metal Work

APRIL 27, 2023

Hernon Manufacturing, Inc. Additionally, the company will showcase its XYZ robot dispensing tables and A100 benchtop dispensing unit. ReAct adhesives are two-component, room-temperature-cure adhesives that are ideal for use in demanding applications that require a strong, permanent bond.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Manufacturers’ Monthly speaks with the company’s managing director about the journey of its automated monitoring service – Kurloo Technology. Years into his career in measurement science as a consulting surveyor, the co- founder and CEO of Kurloo Technology, Lee Hellen, began his first commercial business in 2008.

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E&T

MARCH 14, 2023

Industrial motors are used to control torque and speed on conveyor belts, robotic arms, automated guided vehicles and in compressors to regulate the volume of air, gas or liquid running through pipes. In the US, NEMA (the National Electrical Manufacturers Association) has three classes: Standard, Energy Efficient and Premium Efficiency.

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Control Engineering

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

System integrators can build connections with manufacturers and automation companies through the training programs. The Association for Advancing Automation (A3) offers programs for system integrators in the fields of robotics, machine vision and motion control. Workforce development insights. Industry associations are an option.

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Canadian Manufacturing

MARCH 11, 2024

Leclerc & Fils specializes in the design, manufacture, and assembly of mechanically welded products mainly for the energy and transportation industries. Since 2008, the vice‑presidency of this family‑run SME has been assumed by Julie Leclerc.

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Automation Mag

OCTOBER 28, 2024

To celebrate leaders and legends working in the industrial automation space, Manufacturing AUTOMATION introduced the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2024. Dolsen’s career in the manufacturing industry kick-started right out of high school. Dolsen recalls how in the 1980s there was a fascination with robots and automated guided vehicles.

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MEM

MAY 22, 2023

A proven engine, designed for the 21st century, it has been in active operation since 2008. Manufacturing & Engineering Magazine | The Home of Manufacturing Industry News The post Power and Innovation for the Canadian Surface Combatant appeared first on Manufacturing & Engineering.

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MEM

DECEMBER 19, 2022

To ensure that it could deliver the best results for large-scale customer projects, specialist machine manufacturer Metecno Oy worked with global engineering technologies company, Renishaw, to implement a geometric error measurement system. Background. million in 2021 and a promising outlook. million in 2021 and a promising outlook.

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Modern Machine Shop

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

All Metals Fabricating is an Allen, Texas-based contract manufacturer that performs sheet metal fabricating, powder coating, electromechanical assembly and machining for the telecom, banking/cash processing, medical, aerospace/defense and alternative energy industries. Thrailkill took over in 2008, when his grandfather retired.

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Additive Manufacturing

MARCH 8, 2023

Using proprietary 3D printing robotics, software and advanced materials, ICON is shifting the paradigm of homebuilding on Earth and beyond. Built in 2008 and with a local history that spans many more generations, we are dedicated to elevating Austin’s creative sector.

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E&T

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The first docked bike-sharing program was launched in Hangzhou, China, in 2008, and similar programs are operating in every region of the world today. With armies of gaudy, primary-coloured e-bikes and e-scooters, the micromobility industry is conquering our towns and cities.

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Control Engineering

JULY 19, 2022

Analytics are going to be a key driver for manufacturers looking to get the most productivity and insight from their operations as they deal with supply chain and labor shortages. It has to supplement data acquisition to provide real value for manufacturers. Analytics insights. It’s not enough to have analytics, though.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

JANUARY 20, 2025

When Finn Power and Prima Industrie joined forces in 2008 to create Prima Power, the companies combined a massive amount of knowledge to serve the global sheet metal fabrication industry. Prima stands for Progress in Manufacturing Automation. The company also offers customers a full software ecosystem. Simple as that.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

OCTOBER 6, 2022

We are seeing a few shuttle operators partner with OEMs to manufacture their own custom-made vehicles. We’ll partner with the best vehicle manufacturers in the world, and focus on what we do best: delivering safe and enjoyable rides to our customers. What is your view on this trend, and will it bring in better economies of operations?

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Fabricating & Metal Work

APRIL 4, 2024

Designed in Germany and proven in hundreds of installations worldwide, they are now manufactured in the United States for North American installations. A variety of standard sizes are manufactured in the Louisville factory with industry leading lead times. EMH is ISO 9001:2008 certified. Seegrid Corp. payload capacity.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

MARCH 17, 2023

“To meet the demands of today’s challenging applications, we are providing manufacturers with press solutions that are flexible, productive and reliable as well as often being quite large and complex,” commented Greenerd Press & Machine Co.’s s CEO Jerry Letendre. Advanced Technology Collaboration Hub (CATCH).

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Modern Machine Shop

MARCH 6, 2023

Photo Credit: Shape Technologies Group Shape Technologies Group , a supplier of waterjet technology, robotic automation and ultra-high-pressure (UHP) manufacturing process solutions, announce that Nino LaDuca, current president of Shape Process Automation, has been named the new president and CEO of Shape Technologies Group.

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Mold Making Technology

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Before 2008, we had around 100 employees, but since then, we’ve advanced and automated some aspects of production that reduced the need for manual labor. Our team is committed to tweaking part designs for manufacturing because the job can’t get done if you don’t design a part for manufacturing.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

MARCH 16, 2023

LaDuca brings more than 25 years of experience to the industry and has been with the Shape Process Automation group for 15 years, having joined Tech-Con Automation in 2008. The post Nino LaDuca is the new President and CEO of Shape Technologies Group appeared first on Fabricating and Metalworking.

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Fastener News Desk

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Some manufacturers could run short of parts, notably in the auto and pharmaceutical industries, which generally don’t stock large parts inventories. We do not believe that robotics should take over a human being’s job,” he said. The gate has been in place since 2008.

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Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 7, 2025

Credit: Toyota James Kuffner, a pioneer in robotics, has been named chief technology officer at Symbotic Inc., a leading developer of warehouse robots. James has more than 30 years of leadership experience in robotics,” stated Rick Cohen, chairman and CEO of Symbotic. We are hiring!” The Wilmington, Mass.-based

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Robotics Business Review

APRIL 6, 2025

Visualization of a future aerospace manufacturing facility powered by swarm robotics. is one step closer to its goal of using autonomous and semi-autonomous robotic swarms in aircraft and aerospace manufacturing. The patent issued last week is a continuation of H2 Clippers (H2C) foundational robotics patent (U.S.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

“In a short period of time since adding the ESAB Cobot, we’ve seen a significant increase in throughput,” said Brett Skyvington, president of Skyvington Manufacturing. He is one of the company’s robot programmers. Image courtesy of Skyvington Manufacturing. You don’t need a robot programmer to use most cobots.”

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