Design World

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Melexis introduces Arcminaxis™ magnetic position sensing technology for robotic joint applications. The MLX90384, featuring Arcminaxis technology, includes an integrated circuit, magnet, and software package for system calibration and operation. The MLX90384 delivers an 18-bit resolution with a magnet-sensor placement tolerance of ±0.5 mm and operates at a nominal air gap of 1.5 mm between the […] The post Magnetic position sensor operates at 1.5 mm air gap for robot applications appeared

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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Image: jamesteohart/stock.adobe.com The manufacturing of Melbourne ’s first G Class Trams is underway which is set to support more than a thousand local jobs on the journey of building a better experience for passengers on the world’s biggest tram network. The new trams are being built with at least 65 per cent local content and will support up to 1,900 local jobs across manufacturing, construction and the supply chain.

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Design World

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Delta, a global leader in power management and a provider of IoT-based smart green solutions, will debut at SC24 with its broad spectrum of energy-efficient power, thermal management, and infrastructure solutions for AI and high-performance computing (HPC) data centers. Unique features of the showcase include highly innovative liquid cooling plate systems and the 1.5 MW… The post Delta debuts state-of-the-art power, cooling solutions for HPC, AI data center at SC24 appeared first on Design

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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Image: Kenishirotie/stock.adobe.com The NSW Government continues to use innovative methods to solve the housing crisis with construction now underway on the state’s first 3D-printed social housing properties in Dubbo. The development will transform a vacant block of land into two modern two-bedroom duplexes for Aboriginal social housing tenants. This innovative method of construction will reduce costs and cut construction time in half, delivering more homes sooner for those who need them.

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In 2025, the Supply Chain continues its evolution toward “Logistics 4.0,” inspired by Industry 4.0. Two major characteristics define this transformation: automation, driven by robotic solutions, and prediction, paving the way for an era of planning and simulation powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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Design World

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Harwin will showcase digital product selection tools and connector technology at electronica 2024, booth A2.335, from November 12-15 in Munich. The company’s technical specialists will demonstrate online services, including an interactive cable configurator with 3D rendering from Cadenas and the SnapMagic (formerly SnapEDA) search engine solution.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Image: Ego Pharmaceuticals Ego Pharmaceuticals has made improvements to the packaging of its iconic QV products, as environmental sustainability is becoming more and more crucial. In a move that aims to save around 18 tonnes of packaging waste from landfill every year 1 , all QV tube products are now being transitioned from laminate to LDPE packaging.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Image: CSIRO A new breakthrough more than a decade in the making, makes use of a plant’s leaves and stems to create oil that could be used as a new global energy source. The Australian-led scientific breakthrough to increase oil yield from plants is set to help advance the production and use of biofuels, such as sustainable aviation fuel. Developed over a decade by scientists from CSIRO , the technology was acquired by Australian agricultural innovation company Nufarm.

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The Fabricator

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Nick Martin shares how Barnes MetalCrafters plans to update and strengthen its online presence to position the shop for success in 2025.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Hysata’s facility at Port Kembla, strategically located for mass electrolyser production and renewable energy innovation. Images: Hysata I’m an American who recently relocated to a regional beachside location in Australia, to lead engineering for an electrolyser company on the journey towards mass manufacturing. Decision Maker Column Scott Abrahamson, Chief Engineering Officer at Hysata I spent decades moving between high tech engineering in places like Silicon Valley and factories in Japan, C

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The Guardian Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

A visit to McMillan Coppersmiths in East Lothian, which makes copper pot stills and columns for the distilled spirits industry The sharp, repetitive sound of hammers steadily beating copper into shape echoes around the fabrication hall on an industrial estate just outside Edinburgh. At McMillan Coppersmiths in Prestonpans, metal workers wield heavy wooden mallets, steel hammers and steel moulding tools called flatteners as they coax curved sheets of copper into new stills for Scotland’s malt whi

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Over the past decade, companies have embraced innovation with enthusiasm—Chief Innovation Officers have been hired, and in-house incubators, accelerators, and co-creation labs have been launched. CEOs have spoken with passion about “making everyone an innovator” and the need “to disrupt our own business.” But after years of experimentation, senior leaders are asking: Is this still just an experiment, or are we in it for the long haul?

Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Image: Nick Brundle/stock.adobe.com The Western Australian Government is reforming the state’s environmental approvals system with a $14 million resourcing boost to speed up approvals and secure major projects. The funding will support the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) and the Office of the Appeals Convenor (OAC) to employ additional staff to help address existing backlogs. “We’re delivering on our clean energy plan, securing major, job-creating projects to position WA as

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Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Noah Decker runs his family’s shop on a single split shift from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The shop used to run a night shift, but he says that between staffing and service difficulties, this type of operation only really works if the shop is at the size and scale that it can afford on-call tech support during the night. Images courtesy of Decker Machine Works. “If you’re not in the business of innovating and growing, you’re in the business of dying,” says Noah Decker, CEO

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Mold Making Technology

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Pictured above is Corey Fox, MMT EAB member and Operations Manager for Accede Mold and Tool. Fox discusses the importance of maintaining high-quality standards in moldmaking through continuous improvement, leveraging technology and preserving industry knowledge and expertise. Source | Accede Mold & Tool Co. Inc. Q: How do you think your family background and grandfather's founding of Accede Mold & Tool have shaped your leadership style and commitment to the company?

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

The automotive industry is accelerating towards a CASE (connected, autonomous, shared, and electric) future, with regulatory frameworks setting the stage for widespread advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) integration. In Europe, ADAS like automatic emergency braking (AEB) are now mandatory, marking a regulatory milestone that is likely to be mirrored globally over the next decade.

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Manufacturing Tomorrow

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

This article explains how to make injection molding cost-effective by comparing it with 3D printing for manufacturing plastic parts. It highlights the high initial mold costs in injection molding and how these costs spread out over larger production volumes, reducing the cost per unit. The article also examines factors affecting cost-effectiveness, including mold material, part design, and plastic type.

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Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Source: Rego-Fix Tool Corp. Rego-Fix recently held a grand opening celebration of the company’s Center for Machining Excellence (CME). The event took place at the company’s North American headquarters in Whitestown, Indiana. The 12,000-square-foot manufacturing educational and advancement facility houses a wide range of technology and serves as a hub for industry innovation that is accessible to manufacturers and industry thought leaders worldwide.

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Mold Making Technology

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Source | Getty Images United Grinding announces the signing of an agreement with Georg Fischer AG to acquire its GF Machining Solutions (GFMS) division. Through this acquisition, United Grinding says it aims to strengthen its position in the market, expand its portfolio of products and serve its global customers with comprehensive solutions. Together, United Grinding and GFMS intend to establish a global presence in ultra-precision machining.

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Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Source: The L.S. Starrett Co. The L.S. Starrett Co. has expanded its AVR Vision Metrology Line with the introduction of the AVR400 CNC Vision System, the company’s largest benchtop platform to date, which features stage travel that is said to be twice the speed of previous Starrett AVR models. The stage travel is 15.8" × 11.8" × 7.9" (400 mm × 300 mm × 200 mm) in the XYZ axes with a speed of up to 120 mm/sec.

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Manufacturing Tomorrow

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

In the competitive world of custom metal fabrication, understanding the specifics of a project is crucial for success. It's not just about the ability to cut, bend, and weld metal; it's about delivering a product that meets the client's exact specifications and expectations. Here are some key questions and important considerations before committing to a project.

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Mold Making Technology

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Source | Kyocera SGS Precision Tools Kyocera SGS Precision Tools highlights its Z-Carb XPR end mill line with plunging and ramping capabilities. These cutters enable machinists to utilize more aggressive tool paths and use a wider variety of roughing and finishing techniques while still maintaining precision and durability. The Z-Carb XPR is designed to excel in advanced axial workpiece entry techniques, including plunging, ramping and helical interpolation, thanks to its unique end teeth design

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Manufacturing Tomorrow

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

High-Precision Non-Contact Displacement Sensors Provide Accurate and Reliable Measurements for Advanced Research Applications

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Robotics Business Review

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

A graphical abstract of the research. | Source: Korea University Medicine A joint research team from the Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery at the Korea University College of Medicine last week announced comparative results of single-port robotic thymectomy using a single-port robotic system. The team compared and analyzed the perioperative outcomes of 110 cases of robotic thymectomy using the single-port robotic system and conventional video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) thyme

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Unlock the full potential of CNC machining with our comprehensive design guide. Learn how to optimize your designs for precision, efficiency, and cost savings. Gain key insights on part complexity, tolerances, materials, finishes, and much more. Whether you’re developing prototypes or production parts, our guide offers practical tips to streamline your process and ensure high-quality results.

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Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Source: Vericut Vericut announces the release of two AI-powered tools: Vericut Intelligence (VI) and Vericut Assistant (VA). These resources aim to enhance how users interact with and gain knowledge from Vericut’s suite of software products. VI is an AI-driven solution designed to serve as a knowledge hub for all of Vericut’s software offerings, including Vericut, Composites, Vericut Optimizer and a variety of other modules and features.

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Fastener News Desk

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

The Fastener Distributor Index (FDI) survey for October, 2024. The FDI remained strong but dipped slightly to 56.5 after its surge to 59.0 the previous month, seasonally adjusted. Following suit, the Forward Looking Indicator (FLI) climbed further to 52.6. Key Takeaway: The seasonally adjusted Fastener Distributor Index (FDI) dipped slightly to 56.5 this month (September 59.0), reflecting deceleration in employment and customer inventories but an improvement in sales.

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