Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 4, 2024

MyEcoBag, a Melbourne-based manufacturer, produces certified compostable alternatives to traditional plastic bags using biopolymer technology. The company was recently approached by a local government council to produce paper bags, and although they had the capability to source them, they refused.

Manufacturing 98

Manufacturing Form Sourcing 98

SMMT

JULY 11, 2022

Industry greener and cleaner with less energy use and more sustainable energy sourcing. in 2021 compared with the previous year to reach its lowest level since records began, according to new research from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). billion, with 182,000 people directly employed in manufacturing roles.

Automotive 116

Automotive Manufacturing Supply Chain Energy Optimization 116

Gary Mintchell

APRIL 25, 2023

The first time edge compute and edge applications came my way was through IT companies—Dell in 2015 and HPE in 2017. Even though you might expect the natural “edge” in manufacturing would lie with the automation vendors, such is not the case. They both still have edge devices and “edge-to-cloud” strategies.

Industry 4.0 130

Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 Sourcing Function 130

Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Gearbox manufacturer SEAT Componentes needed to automate the unloading of 18,000 machined gears a day at its plant in Spain to guarantee the quality of the parts. The business challenge SEAT is a manufacturer of gearboxes for the Volkswagen Group plants in Europe, Asia, and America. Cobots aid in the gearbox manufacturing process.

Manufacturing 99

Manufacturing Robotics Robotics 3D printing 99

Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The World Food Programme has deployed drones to assess areas affected by natural disasters, such as the aftermath of the 2015 earthquake in Nepal. However, cost-effective manufacturing processes involved with low-end asymmetric drones also makes them highly susceptible to high-powered lasers. What makes lasers perfect against drones?

Artificial Intelligence 98

Artificial Intelligence Sourcing Supply Chain Manufacturing 98

Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Source: Ohmnilabs Symbotic has acquired OhmniLabs, a Silicon Valley-based developer of healthcare robotics systems. While Symbotic could pursue healthcare robotics solutions , it certainly would also be interested in OhmniLabs’ in-house manufacturing expertise. OhmniLabs offers UV disinfection robots and telepresence robots.

Robotics 57

Robotics Robotics Logistics Supply Chain 57

Robotics Business Review

JULY 10, 2024

Source: SMW Electronics SMW Autoblok Group yesterday launched its new quick-change PRS Robotic Tool Changer line, which can be combined with a variety of pneumatic grippers and C40 Inductive Couplers for contactless, wear-free energy and signal transmission. The PRS Tool Changer provides contactless energy and signal transmission.

Electronics 120

Electronics Robotics Robotics Cycle time 120

Robotics Business Review

MAY 21, 2024

Source: Hirebotics As robots increasingly make their way into the world, automation providers are focusing on making the end-user experience faster and easier than ever. The Auto DeltaWeld System is a MIG/Flux-cored, pulsed-capable power source designed for collaborative robots , according to Miller Electric Mfg. The Appleton, Wis.-based

Robotics 114

Robotics Robotics Sourcing Function 114

Mold Making Technology

JANUARY 1, 2025

Source | Versatile Mold and Design Could you tell us about Versatile Mold and Design’s history and current operations? Versatile operates a 35,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Rutledge, Georgia, employing 34 people, including three apprentices. ISO 9001-2015 and ISO 14001:2015-certified. Robert Heusser, Jr.,

Lead Time 64

Lead Time Pharmaceutical Prototype  Aerospace 64

Gary Mintchell

AUGUST 3, 2022

I hit every year until maybe 2015. of electricity sourced from renewables, plus 113,542 square feet of new buildings and remodels designed to LEED/WELL standards. The post NI Corporate Impact Report appeared first on The Manufacturing Connection. The first NI Week in Austin, TX I attended was 1998. 100% for Black to white (U.S.)

Supply Chain 130

Supply Chain Form Sourcing Manufacturing 130

Robotics Business Review

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Source: PickNik Robotics PickNik Inc. Founded in 2015 for the Amazon Picking Challenge , PickNik Robotics has developed software to help organizations improve precision and efficiency in industries ranging from aerospace to construction and logistics. HiveBotics used MoveIt Pro to develop the Abluo bathroom-cleaning mobile manipulator.

Robotics 116

Robotics Robotics Sourcing Rapid prototyping 116

Robotics Business Review

JULY 16, 2024

Source: Fourier Fourier Intelligence Co. Founded in 2015, Fourier said it has developed robots equipped with dexterity and intelligence for medical rehabilitation, scientific research, and other applications. Before that, the company focused on manufacturing exoskeletons and rehabilitation devices.

Robotics 112

Robotics Robotics Fit Sourcing 112

Plastics News

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Regional PET bottle resin prices also were up 2 cents for the month, according to market sources contacted by Plastics News. Regional PE demand also had been down because processors had built larger-than-normal inventories after the COVID-19 pandemic, sources said. It's the first major PE manufacturing complex in the Northeastern U.S.

Sourcing 98

Sourcing Freight Beverage Logistics 98

Robotics Business Review

MARCH 13, 2024

Source: ABB ABB Ltd. robotics headquarters and manufacturing facility in Auburn Hills, Mich. “We had our first manipulator roll off the line in 2016, and ABB is still the first major robotics company to manufacture systems in the U.S.,” ABB has expanded production, staff, and training space in Auburn Hills, Mich.

Robotics 122

Robotics Robotics Supply Chain Sourcing 122

Manufacturer's Monthly

MAY 28, 2023

Dynamic single teeth as well as tooth contact over a large surface rather than simply linear contact when the teeth are in mesh are just two of numerous features which the miniaturised Galaxie ® has inherited as “genetic code” from its multi-award-winning “big brother/sister”, which first appeared on the scene in 2015.

Robotics 98

Robotics Robotics Function Sourcing 98

Robotics Business Review

AUGUST 26, 2024

” MassRobotics startups find success across sectors The startups in Massachusetts’ robotics ecosystem support a range of industries, particularly in manufacturing, defense, and logistics. It’s not about being at MassRobotics; these companies add value to the entire ecosystem.” bringing its total to $71.5

Robotics 124

Robotics Robotics Artificial Intelligence Logistics 124

Robotics Business Review

JUNE 17, 2024

Sources: NVIDIA, Fraunhofer IML (right) NVIDIA Corp. Collectively, the work introduces artificial intelligence models that could accelerate the training of robots for manufacturing, enable artists to more quickly realize their visions, and help healthcare workers process radiology reports. Isha has a journalism M.A.,

Artificial Intelligence 120

Artificial Intelligence Robotics Robotics Sourcing 120

Polytron

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Richard Phillips, director of smart manufacturing, Ron Rich, CEO, Rande Allen, VP, sales, Damien Stahl, VP operations. Polytron shares some thoughts on trends seen in current and future manufacturing. Polytron is a member of the System Integrator Hall of Fame having been awarded in 2015, 2019, and now 2024.

Supply Chain 98

Supply Chain Smart manufacturing Automation Sourcing 98

Robotics Business Review

JULY 10, 2024

Source: Granta Autonomy Conflicts in Ukraine and elsewhere have increased interest in autonomous systems for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions. “Granta Autonomy is committed to ensuring our systems can be readily manufactured across Europe, reducing reliance on external sources.” million U.S.)

Sourcing 113

Sourcing Robotics Robotics Manufacturing 113

Robotics Business Review

APRIL 4, 2024

Source: Agility Robotics Agility Robotics made a couple of strategic moves this week as it continues to commercialize its Digit humanoid. There are a lot of warehouse management systems (WMS) on the market, but as one source told The Robot Report , Manhattan Associates is “the standard bearer when it comes to large 3PL operations.”

Robotics 128

Robotics Robotics Logistics Automation 128

Robotics Business Review

MAY 23, 2024

Universal Robots, along with other cobot manufacturers, cobots can now use SRCI, a standard interface between PLCs and robots. Source: Universal Robots Just before Hanover Messe, Siemens announced its cooperation with two collaborative robot vendors, UR and JAKA. Integrated robot control is not a new concept.

Robotics 118

Robotics Robotics Automation Function 118

Modern Machine Shop

MARCH 2, 2025

This mix of production methods begins to make more sense after getting to know owner and founder Mike Bauer — an old-school craftsman turned manufacturing entrepreneur. You can connect the dots from his beginnings as a tool-and-die maker to the shop’s ability to run lights-out as a path toward fully integrated manufacturing.

Supply Chain 40

Supply Chain Aerospace Sourcing Manufacturing 40

Mold Making Technology

APRIL 18, 2024

The company is ISO 9001:2015 certified, has three offshore partnerships to handle overflow work and is the largest moldmaker in the southeast U.S. Source | Delta Mold Inc. Source | Delta Mold Inc. Source | Delta Mold Inc. A 46-year-old moldmaker and custom injection molder, Delta Mold Inc.,

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) 98

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Function Automotive Sourcing 98

Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Source: Levita Magnetics Levita Magnetics Inc. The surgical robotics developer said the operation shows how platforms from different manufacturers might deliver better patient outcomes when used together. .” The companys first-generation Magnetic Surgical System (MSS) won de novo approval in 2015 from the U.S.

Robotics 97

Robotics Robotics Function Sourcing 97

Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Energy Renaissance is set to operate Australia’s first lithium-ion battery manufacturing giga-factory. Founded in 2015, Energy Renaissance has spent the past seven years building its technology and business planning to enter manufacturing at the ‘ Renaissance One ’ plant in Tomago, just north of Newcastle in the Hunter Valley.

Supply Chain 98

Supply Chain Sourcing Manufacturing Benchmarking 98

E&T

MAY 26, 2023

The hydrogen system was first successfully trialled back in 2020, whereby the team at Hofors reprogrammed its control system with H 2 parameters, allowing the team to switch between H 2 or LPG/NG as a fuel source to heat its furnaces at its rolling mills. The company also uses only steel scrap as input material instead of iron ore.

Freight 111

Freight Sourcing Automation Form 111

Additive Manufacturing

APRIL 28, 2023

Rotterdam, The Netherlands – Raise3D , a leading manufacturer of 3D printers and printing solutions, announced substantial growth in its turnover and market share, both in printers and in filament sales, in line with what has been publicly released by CONTEXT.

3D printing 52

3D printing Manufacturing Additive manufacturing Supply Chain 52

Modern Machine Shop

MARCH 21, 2024

Source: Getty Images Shelton Machinery has announced the launch of TSM Group , its new parent company. In 2015, Shelton expanded its North American footprint through the acquisition of Concept Technical Sales Inc., now Concept Machinery , which has served customers in Kansas and western Missouri for over 34 years.

Advanced manufacturing 52

Advanced manufacturing Sourcing Automation Manufacturing 52

Modern Machine Shop

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Source: Ceratizit USA Inc. In 1998, Wilt moved into a sales position with a major cutting tool manufacturer and served customers in West Central Ohio. In 2015, he took on the responsibility of managing a global aerospace OEM, gaining international experience and expanding his expertise in the cutting tool market.

Aerospace 52

Aerospace Sourcing Manufacturing 52

Robotics Business Review

AUGUST 6, 2024

This makes every manufacturing plant different and puts floor space at a premium. Founded in 2015, the Odense, Denmark-based company initially offered a variety of robotic end effectors. Source: Schmalz The post Soft Robotics exits gripper business, launches AI-focused company appeared first on The Robot Report.

Robotics 122

Robotics Robotics Artificial Intelligence Fit 122

Fabricating & Metal Work

JANUARY 17, 2023

Actek Manufacturing & Engineering (City of Industry, CA) is your source for safe and easy lifting solutions, including hoists. Actek manufactures top-quality products and is ISO 9001:2015 registered. Engineered Material Handling (EMH) (Valley City, OH) makes it easier to design, manufacture and install your own crane.

Cargo 98

Cargo Function Manufacturing Sourcing 98

Manufacturer's Monthly

APRIL 15, 2024

Image: BluGlass BluGlass Limited, a Silverwater-based semiconductor manufacturer, recognised potential for growth since its humble beginnings at Macquarie University. The type of semiconductor BluGlass is manufacturing is called gallium nitride or GaN for short; in particular we’re focused on making GaN lasers.”

Electronics 105

Electronics Manufacturing Artificial Intelligence Supply Chain 105

Robotics Business Review

MARCH 19, 2025

Source: SEER Robotics SEER Robotics debuted its SPT-1000 at ProMat this week. Founded in 2015, SEER Robotics is a mobile robotic company focusing on helping intralogistics integrators and robot builders to build their own mobile robot systems. SEER built the SPT-1000 for tight spaces With a body width of only 47.2 inches (1.3m).

Robotics 52

Robotics Robotics Logistics Automation 52

Modern Machine Shop

APRIL 9, 2023

The Going Pro funding source assists employers in training, developing and retaining current and newly hired employees. Carbide facilities have received 2023 Going Pro Talent Funds from the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity-Workforce Development (LEO-WD) through the Michigan Works!

Lean manufacturing 52

Lean manufacturing Sourcing Robotics Robotics 52

Fastener News Desk

OCTOBER 4, 2022

has confirmed last month that they are now certified by ISO, the International Organization for Standardization, as meeting the high standards for quality outlined in their ISO 9001:2015 edition. Sunnyvale, CA – Fastener distributor The Olander Company, Inc. For more information, visit [link] . #####.

Quality Management System 52

Quality Management System Aerospace Automotive Sourcing 52

Fabricating & Metal Work

APRIL 6, 2023

Going PRO is a competitive funding source that provides a solution to skill shortages throughout the State of Michigan that awards employers to assist in training, developing and retaining current and newly hired employees. “The www.starcutter.com Subscribe to learn the latest in manufacturing. At the H.B.

Lean manufacturing 52

Lean manufacturing Robotics Robotics Sourcing 52

Modern Machine Shop

JULY 23, 2023

subsidiary of Nikon Corporation, has purchased Avonix Imaging LLC , which has been a strategic X-ray CT (computed tomography) equipment manufacturing partner to Nikon Industrial Metrology Business Unit (IMBU) since 2015. Photo Credit: Getty Images Nikon Americas Inc.,

Aerospace 52

Aerospace Digital manufacturing Automotive Sourcing 52