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Integrated stepper motors trim accurate metal forming costs

Control Engineering

To reduce design costs and maintain quick and precise positioning of backgauges before each metal-forming cycle, CI chose integrated stepper motors. . Those with six motorized reference surfaces provide two reference points in each direction of 3D space for the reliable forming of complicated parts. metal plates. CONSIDER THIS .

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Custom algorithm used to solve challenges with robotic layer forming and de-tray system

Control Engineering

Applied Manufacturing Technologies (AMT) worked with Gojo Industries to create robotic cells: a de-tray and layer forming system. Designing the de-tray and layer forming robotic cells allowed several the engineering team to solve robot speed issues and meet cycle time requirements. Layer forming system. seconds.

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NGen announces support for 15 new advanced manufacturing projects at N3 Summit

Automation Mag

Together, we’re building world-leading advanced manufacturing capabilities in Canada – for the benefit of Canadians.” The following consortia represent the latest cohort of successful applicants for NGen ’s advanced manufacturing funding: Discrete manufacturing assembly transformation Price Industries Ltd.

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NGen reveals $86.7M in advanced manufacturing projects at the N3 summit

Canadian Manufacturing

The following consortia represent the latest cohort of successful applicants for NGen’s advanced manufacturing funding: Gas Oscillation Superplastic Forming Technology AEM Power Systems Inc. Calgary, AB) Enabling Advanced Therapeutics & Domestic Supply Chain for Biomanufacturing CCRM (Toronto, ON) BioVectra Inc.

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Benefits of using automation in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing

Control Engineering

In recent years, the manufacturing industry has undergone a significant transformation, driven in part by advances in high-mix, low-volume (HMLV) manufacturing. This trend has impacted the entire supply chain operation, from procurement to sales. However, it can present challenges to supply chain operations.

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Additive manufacturers stretch capabilities with digitalization, motion control

Control Engineering

Formlabs’ Form 3+ Basic Package 3D printer was designed for the engineer looking to mass-produce items they might need for day-to-day operations. Figure 1: The Form 3+ Basic Package 3D printer by Formlabs was designed for the engineer looking to mass-produce items they might need for day-to-day operations.

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Robotic process automation market projected to reach $70 billion by 2032

Control Engineering

According to the analysis by FMI, the demand is increasing for robotic process automation in healthcare, as robotic process automation can mimic human interaction, allowing them to log in to applications, move files, fill forms, and more. Increased collaborations between IT companies, consulting organizations. FPT Software, KOFAX, Inc.,