Mold Making Technology

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Photo Credit, all images: Verisurf Automated metrology is pervasive in manufacturing today, but not just for quality verification. Various types of coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), also called sensors, combined with applicable software, are being put to work across the manufacturing enterprise for many applications.

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Modern Machine Shop

JANUARY 2, 2024

Photo Credit: Getty Images Applied Manufacturing Technologies has announced that, following a large-scale automation project, the company has become a Credentialed System Integrator for Ignition by Inductive Automation and has launched a wide-ranging initiative for certification of the engineering staff.

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Control Engineering

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

Learning Objectives: Understand what technologies should be integrated into manufacturing automation and robotic processes Review current, available Industry 4.0 technology trends Learn the needed competences to complete a robotics and automation risk assessment Quickly establish Industry 4.0

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ATS

MARCH 25, 2025

While the primary goal in maintenance strategy is to keep machines running, it also impacts larger corporate objectives such as lean manufacturing initiatives or overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). For example, lean processes focus on reducing waste. This starts with strategic alignment. Ready to lead the way?

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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cobots and a range of other advanced welding technologies and techniques, this perception is becoming more and more outdated.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, The power of Industry 4.0, Industry 4.0

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i4.0 today

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Comau has designed and deployed a flexible Body-In-White (BIW) manufacturing solution for the all-new Tonale, the first Alfa SUV of the new generation, meeting both the customer’s rigorous production targets, quality goals and time to market objectives.

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Modern Machine Shop

JULY 2, 2023

Grady Cope believes that digitalization leverages two key assets of Reata Engineering: A variety of automated production equipment such as this robotic loading/unloading station serving a Mazak Integrex, and youthful members of his workforce team, who bring a strong awareness of software integration and data sharing.

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ATS

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Since the first Industrial Revolution, manufacturers have used machinery to turn raw materials into products that people and other businesses need. Over time, this machinery was mechanized and then automated in the pursuit of lower costs, better quality and higher profits. These are collaborative robots (cobots) and AI.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

AUGUST 2, 2024

HEULE Precision Tools (Cincinnati, OH) will feature their BSF tooling for automated high-volume back spot facing applications in Booth W-431364. Additionally, the booth will feature a RoboJob automation cell demonstrating the ease with which HWR products facilitate process automation. It is ideal for counterbores up to 2.3

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Dinesh Mishra

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Automation and Robotics: There is a significant move towards integrating automation and robotics into CNC machining processes. This includes robotic loading and unloading of parts, automated tool changers, and even lights-out manufacturing where machines operate autonomously.

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Control Engineering

AUGUST 31, 2023

DevOps, a term firmly entrenched in the lexicon of software engineering, has its roots in lean manufacturing. Ben O’Rourke, chief revenue officer of Copia Automation, spoke about the power of Industrial DevOps at Smart Manufacturing 4.0 The logical solution to these challenges seems to be automation.

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Automation Mag

JUNE 27, 2022

Airex’s patented winding technology combined with robotic manufacturing positions Allied Motion to offer quality linear motors – ironless and iron core, rotary motors, voice coils, wound electromagnetic components and sub-components. We are excited about adding Airex’s proven track record and team to the Allied family.”.

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Dinesh Mishra

JANUARY 22, 2025

This capability is particularly crucial for industries like aerospace, automotive, and medical device manufacturing, where parts often feature complex shapes, tight tolerances, and high material strength requirements. GROBs emphasis on precision tooling and advanced software solutions further elevates their machines capabilities.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

OCTOBER 1, 2024

of America (Itasca, IL) is a global leader in providing reliable factory automation and inspection equipment, and at Booth S-27045, the company will be bringing its latest release from the Quality and Metrology Division. It is the next step in consolidating manual and automated processes into one intelligent operation. KEYENCE Corp.

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Additive Manufacturing

MAY 22, 2023

.” ([link] Merit3D is a company using additive manufacturing (3D Printing) to do mass production. Earlier last year, Merit3D applied for and received funds to purchase automation equipment that enhanced their additive manufacturing flow process. Merit3D is printing 40,000 of this part per week.

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Dinesh Mishra

JANUARY 30, 2023

According to Mr. Sekhar, robotics was recently introduced at the plant, which further improved the plant’s efficiency. Lean manufacturing, automation, and productivity levels are the key areas in which the company is concentrating.

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iBASEt

APRIL 26, 2023

This combination of the Toyota production system, Lean Manufacturing and Six-Sigma is driving continual process improvements. For example, Lockheed Martin implemented iBASEt’s Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to streamline and remove paperbased procedures on the shopfloor.

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Gary Mintchell

JANUARY 29, 2025

Ive long been interested in the confluence of automation, software, and Lean. I reached out to a few leading Lean practitioners and consultants for the first issue of Automation World in 2003. They responded that Lean is a manual process and any hint that automation or software would be useful was unthinkable.

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ATS

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Automation and robotics: Training for an industrial maintenance technician should also include troubleshooting automated systems and working with AI-driven maintenance systems. Programs should also include evolving technologies that align with Industry 4.0

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i4.0 today

MARCH 31, 2025

integrates AI and advanced automation, enabling rapid changeovers and real-time production adjustments. By incorporating predictive maintenance and automated quality control, the company ensures seamless workflows, minimizes downtime, and meets shifting market demands with ease.

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