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Additive manufacturing roundtable at Plastics Live 2024, a free event

Design World

additive manufacturing (AM) scene. The team sees plastic manufacturing as incorporating technologies and issues that in many instances are seen as separate concerns for mainstream plastic production, such as AM, smart manufacturing, Industry 4.0, and environmental and sustainability issues.

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From Factory Floor Hacks to Future Trends: Smart Manufacturing Week 2025

i4.0 today

The NEC Birmingham will once again play host to Smart Manufacturing Week (SMW) the UKs largest festival of advanced manufacturing and engineering on 45 June 2025. Smart Manufacturing Week continues to prioritise sustainability, returning as a carbon-neutral event in 2025. Today Magazine.

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Additive Manufacturing Software: 2022 Roundup of Digital Solution Options

Additive Manufacturing

Additive manufacturing software today does much more than support design and file prep for the process. PrintParts Launches SmartParts Software Integration Partner Program: PrintParts , an additive manufacturing technology company, launched its SmartParts Integration Partner Program. Ultimaker Release Ultimaker Cura 5.0:

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Smart manufacturing, MES, automation make good business sense

Control Engineering

In addition to eliminating the paper and executing the BOMs, recipes and work instructions automatically, MES and automation allow for the entire manufacturing process to be error-proofed. When talking about smart manufacturing or industry 4.0, What key roles do these systems play in the smart manufacturing world?

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Go Digital: How to Succeed in the Fourth Industrial Revolution With Additive Manufacturing

Modern Machine Shop

There is no denying that change is afoot in manufacturing. Whether it is additive manufacturing (AM), advanced manufacturing or smart manufacturing, we have entered what many are calling the Fourth Industrial Revolution, or Industry 4.0 Additive manufacturing has been leading the way in many industries.

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What is Smart Manufacturing

ATS

Share What is smart manufacturing? It is a set of technologies and approaches to manufacturing designed for flexibility, agility, adaptability and efficiency. Common smart manufacturing technology Smart manufacturing relies on a broad range of technology to deliver its benefits.

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Gears of Progress: Inside the Dynamic Machine Manufacturing Ecosystem

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

The global machine manufacturing ecosystem is undergoing a seismic shift, fueled by cutting-edge advancements and a relentless drive for innovation. In an era where adaptability and efficiency are paramount, industries are embracing smart manufacturing technologies to build more resilient, agile, and sustainable operations.