Gary Mintchell

APRIL 4, 2023

We came to Automation World from Control Engineering (both magazines still exist). I believed technology and requirements had moved from control and instrumentation to automation—which I defined as control + information. That has resulted in loss of advertising revenue for the magazines (and me).

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i4.0 today

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Superior quality control “The technology is ideal for low mould and machine wear, while also providing precise production parameters and calibration proficiency to suit all engineering applications,” says Ercan Eren, Director of Operations at Poelsan Plastic. “In Today Magazine. v=hiAUO0wtQ8I&feature=youtu.be.

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i4.0 today

MARCH 27, 2025

It is an ideal platform for the development of industrial Edge AI products, including drones, controllers, robotics and industrial handheld devices for a variety of industries, including smart warehousing, manufacturing, transportation, logistics and retail. Today Magazine. and 10G Ethernet ports.

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i4.0 today

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

HBK, a global leader in test and measurement solutions, has announced the launch of digiBOX, a next-generation, multi-channel edge-amplifier, tailored to meet the demands of industrial process control and weighing applications. Today Magazine. With the advent of Industry 4.0,

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i4.0 today

APRIL 8, 2025

On the brink of a renewable energy revolution in South Africa, Roc Conservation Tech is uniquely positioned to assist as the country enters this transformational era by specializing in leveraging data science and engineering for conservation, with expertise in bird detection systems, conservation drones and environmental monitoring.

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i4.0 today

MARCH 27, 2025

MCG Environmental Engineering, a company specializing in air filtration installation solutions and serving clients across various industries, is currently seeing a noticeable change in client demand. “ The solution provided by MCG Environmental Engineering and Geovent has significantly improved the air quality in our production areas.

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i4.0 today

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

In the world of industrial automation, selecting the right control system is a critical decision that impacts performance, cost, and flexibility. Traditionally, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) have been the go-to solution for many industries. Enhanced Connectivity and Integration With the rise of Industry 4.0,

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i4.0 today

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Would reshoring or switching to a UK-based technical moulder like Broanmain Plastics give you better control over your stock holdings, quality output and overall cash flow? Given that tooling is the biggest one-time expense, Broanmain’s in-house engineers will explain how to best amortise this investment to maximise production volumes.

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i4.0 today

MARCH 10, 2025

It is capable of generating UWB radar targets with a variable target distance down to a few centimeters, enabling maximum control and reproducibility of the simulated scenario. The key components are the R&S SMW200A signal generator, a R&S FSW26 spectrum analyzer and an R&S developed control software. Today Magazine.

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Gary Mintchell

JUNE 3, 2024

Even when I ditched the manufacturing world and became a magazine editor, the cycles still affected me (and most of us, right?). I joined the media industry with Control Engineering. A small group of us started Automation World, which as editor-in-chief, I defined as control plus information.

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Gary Mintchell

JUNE 28, 2024

Long-time acquaintance Travis Cox, Inductive Automation Chief Technology Evangelist, writes in Efficient Plant magazine (check it out—I had a very small part in that a long time ago and run by some friends) that SCADA is Changing the Game. An engineer at a Phoenix Contact event approached me about 20 years ago. he exclaimed.

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i4.0 today

JANUARY 16, 2025

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. Charter Controls returns to SMW in 2025 as a Platinum Partner, underscoring its trust in the event. Today Magazine.

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Gary Mintchell

AUGUST 1, 2023

OMAC birthed about the same time that I left manufacturing to become an editor at Control Engineering. The open computer as a PLC replacement designed to drive down the high costs of controllers never really made it. I haven’t seen or heard much from OMAC for quite some time.

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Modern Machine Shop

MARCH 11, 2025

.” The reason: Inside that solid block are two different phases (or atomic arrangements) of the same steel, one magnetic and one not magnetic, with the dividing line between the phases controlled to make the shapes of these letters. The prime advantage instead is process control.

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i4.0 today

MARCH 4, 2025

Metis Engineering, a pioneer in advanced sensor technology, is proud to introduce its family of configurable CAN-based environmental sensors; Cell Guard, H Guard, and Air Wise. Metis Engineering’s family of sensors can be deployed across a variety of industries, including automotive, aerospace, energy storage, and industrial facilities.

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i4.0 today

JANUARY 21, 2025

Doing so liberates human inspectors to focus on what truly mattersensuring that only the finest products reach the hands of consumers – emphasises Daniel Sperlich, Strategic Product Manager Controllers at Mitsubishi Electric, Factory Automation EMEA. Today Magazine. How does it specifically work?

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Gary Mintchell

APRIL 26, 2024

A few years later I joined Control Engineering magazine and had many interviews. My dad, Bob Engman, was an engineer who helped develop a better way to manufacture solid state relays. It’s easy for our engineers and factory team to work closely together to design and build products that are high quality.

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i4.0 today

JANUARY 9, 2023

Built On Vision , is a cloud-based construction project management and controls software company based in California, serving clients worldwide. As the construction industry continues to grow, the need for next-generation SaaS-based project control solutions is at an all time high. Today Magazine.

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MEM

JANUARY 18, 2023

Rolls-Royce has announced that it has conducted successful tests of a 12-cylinder gas variant of the mtu Series 4000 L64 engine running on 100% hydrogen fuel. It can be used for both storage of excess energy and as a fuel, not only for engines but fuel cells and cogeneration plants to generate climate-neutral electricity and heat.”.

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i4.0 today

DECEMBER 9, 2024

This is especially common in environments that are rife with airborne contaminants like dust, debris, and moisture and where maintaining optimal temperature control is difficult. Adaptable and Affordable for Every Project The Nuvo-9650AWP is highly adaptable and cost-effective, engineered to meet a wide range of demanding applications.

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Mold Making Technology

MARCH 1, 2023

MMT founder Joe Prischak would be very happy to hear that quote because that was his intention when he decided to launch MoldMaking Technology magazine a quarter century ago. .” Angelo Morra, VP – sales & marketing, Top Grade Molds Ltd. He wanted a place where his community of moldmakers could share and learn.

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i4.0 today

MARCH 17, 2025

Reoptimize Systems bridges this 7% gap by collecting existing data, modelling turbine performance and adjusting control settings. The post Scottish engineers’ vision is making wind turbines more profitable and efficient appeared first on i4.0 Today Magazine. Technology has already demonstrated a 2.3%

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APRIL 6, 2023

Matthew Boyt, Managing Director of CR Engineering in Wotton Underwood near Aylesbury bought the company from his previous employer in 2020 and since then has had a programme of investment in XYZ Machine Tools to keep up with demand. HP programmable variable speed head. HP programmable variable speed head.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JULY 16, 2024

.” Motion offers the full suite of fluid power related products including hydraulic and industrial hose, fluid connectors and couplings, valves, componentry, and controls, as well as a vast range of ancillary products to complement. To read the full article in Motion’s new interactive magazine, please click here.

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MEM

JULY 4, 2023

For example, the new MPS 404-K learning factory has been created as part of a university collaboration; in particular as a platform for “Industrial Engineering” degree programs. Learners start with the basics and are accompanied by the multimedia learning content and videos on Festo LX as they progress to more senior roles.

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MEM

DECEMBER 2, 2022

To ensure the crews could provide the required assistance in potentially life-threatening emergencies, the independent lifeboat asked engineering company Forth if it could use its deep recovery facility located in its headquarters in nearby Flimby to undertake stability trials of its Emergency Response Boat (ERB). Measuring 22.5

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i4.0 today

APRIL 1, 2025

Mclennan, the leading UK-based motion control specialist, has expanded and strengthened its product range following a new partnership agreement with the USA based motion control component manufacturer Lin Engineering Inc. – a subsidiary company of the MOONS group of high-performance motion control components manufacturers.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 10, 2024

Realising the benefits of electrical automation “We have looked to SMC for its range of pneumatic components, and we still do, but this machine required digital, PLC controlled electric actuators. They can be configured to suit each individual filling process with speed-, torque- and position control.

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i4.0 today

MAY 29, 2023

Instrumental has developed cutting-edge computer vision and AI capabilities that enable engineers to identify potential failures automatically and efficiently determine their root cause. This approach helps engineers promptly investigate issues and find solutions to minimize impact and avoid product scrap. Today Magazine.

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Metrology

AUGUST 6, 2024

With its industrial X-Ray CT inspection platform, engineers at RFK Racing are now well-equipped to achieve unparalleled precision and quality control in the fast-paced world of NASCAR. The post Achieving Peak Racing Performance With CT Scanning appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Hitachi Rail will introduce its innovative European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 2 signalling on the North South Commuter Railway. Manufacturing & Engineering Magazine | The Home of Manufacturing Industry News.

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MEM

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Bottom line: you keep the entire process under control, reduce scrap and save real money. Manufacturing & Engineering Magazine | The Home of Manufacturing Industry News The post Balluff’s Guided Changeover Solution Increases Overall Equipment Effectiveness (0EE) appeared first on Manufacturing & Engineering.

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Metrology

MAY 3, 2023

Advanced CMM Programming and Automation Features for Inspection, Reverse Engineering, and Tool Building The post New Verisurf 2024 Featured at CONTROL appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Metrology

JANUARY 30, 2023

SMARTTECH3D has announces that it has started worldwide partnership with Oqton, a software provider owned by 3D Systems, which delivers industry-leading software solutions both for inspection and reverse engineering based The post SMARTTECH3D Partnership with Oqton to Offer Automated Quality Control and Reverse Engineering Systems Globally appeared (..)

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MEM

MAY 18, 2023

They can move freely in two-dimensional space, rotate and tilt along three axes and offer precise control over the height of levitation. Offering six degrees of motion control freedom, the shuttles can be precisely positioned to within ±5 µm, making ACOPOS 6D perfectly suited for applications with strict positioning requirements.

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i4.0 today

MARCH 17, 2025

Meanwhile, the QFN package is ideal for non-size constrained device types such as pulse oximeters, access control, industrial automation and heart rate monitors. Today Magazine.

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Manufacturing Tomorrow

JUNE 20, 2024

The DS-1402 was recognized by two professional media outlets, receiving the Innovators Awards from Vision System Design (a well-known American machine vision media outlet) and the Product of the Year Awards from Control Engineering (a major industrial automation magazine), affirming its design innovation and technical prowess.

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