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Manufacturers using digital transformation to future-proof operations

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Manufacturing insights Future-proofing manufacturing uses digitization and digitalization and eventually digital transformation to help companies make better and more informed decisions. Leading manufacturers are making the digital transition with help from trusted partners. We started with just the line operator’s body.

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Robotics factory expanded in Michigan

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ABB started construction starting on the expansion of its existing North American robotics headquarters and manufacturing facility in Auburn Hills, Mich. The project is expected to be completed in November 2023 and represents an investment of $20 million. – Edited from an ABB Robotics press release by CFE Media and Technology.

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Robots are becoming more flexible and resilient

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Industries that stand to benefit the most include food and beverage, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, logistics and construction as companies are trying to fill labor shortages to keep operations running efficiently. to 2030 to reach a value of more than $88 billion.

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China overtakes United States in robot density

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China passed the United States in robot density for the first time as the nation is putting enhanced emphasis on robotics and automation to keep up with manufacturing demand. The number of operational industrial robots relative to the number of workers hit 322 units per 10,000 employees in the manufacturing industry. Robotics insights.

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How to optimize industrial motor communications, Part 1, data types

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Are motor and drive communications getting easier or more difficult with smart manufacturing industry 4.0 Bowne is the executive director of PI North America , a possession he’s held since 2015. a manufacturer of rotary and position sensors. What information are motors and drives reporting and receiving?

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Graphene boosts flexible and wearable electronics

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Graphene is a nanomaterial that is stronger than steel and can be useful in many manufacturing applications. However, the nanomaterial has hit roadblocks: in particular, manufacturers have not been able to create large, industrially relevant amounts of the material. Graphene Insights.

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Hot topics in Control Engineering for 2022

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Lack of skilled workers, materials and the economy are biggest threats to manufacturing. Engineering Leaders Under 40, Class of 2022, September 6: The future of automation, engineering and manufacturing relies on the younger workforce, and these 36 individuals are here to advance their industries now and for years to come.