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Digital design tools and expanded connector product portfolio showcased at electronica 2024

Design World

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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Korea University Medicine shares single-port robotic thymectomy comparative results

Robotics Business Review

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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Magnetic position sensor operates at 1.5 mm air gap for robot applications

Design World

Melexis introduces Arcminaxisâ„¢ 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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‘Every hammer blow makes a difference’: handcrafting whisky stills in Scotland – photo essay

The Guardian Manufacturing

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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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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Delta debuts state-of-the-art power, cooling solutions for HPC, AI data center at SC24

Design World

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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Sparking customer interest through up-to-date digital marketing

The Fabricator

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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Vericut AI-Powered Tools Enhance Software Accessibility

Modern Machine Shop

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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New Ego Pharmaceuticals Tubes save tones of packaging

Manufacturer's Monthly

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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Through-Coolant System Cuts Nickel-Alloy Cycle Times by 70%

Modern Machine Shop

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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An American’s perspective on Australian manufacturing

Manufacturer's Monthly

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 Future of Manufacturing: Behind-the-Scene Insights from the IMTS Conference

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Rego-Fix Opens Manufacturing Technology Center in Indiana

Modern Machine Shop

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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$14 million to boost WA environmental approval system

Manufacturer's Monthly

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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Generational Quality: Balancing Tradition, Innovation and Continuous Improvement

Mold Making Technology

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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NSW’s first 3D-printed housing project commences construction

Manufacturer's Monthly

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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CNC Design Guide: Enhance Machining for Precision, Efficiency, and Cost Reduction

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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L.S. Starrett Vision System Increases Measurement Speed

Modern Machine Shop

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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New breakthrough uses plants as fuel

Manufacturer's Monthly

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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Milling Line Offers Plunging, Ramping Capabilities

Mold Making Technology

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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How is your organization aligning its ADAS strategies to capitalize on emerging regulatory requirements and industry demands?

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

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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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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United Grinding Signs Agreement to Acquire GF Machining Solutions

Mold Making Technology

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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Essential Questions and Key Considerations For Custom Metal Fabricators

Manufacturing Tomorrow

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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ABB Robotics and NAMTECH To Establish School of Robotics

Control.com

ABB Robotics has partnered with NAMTECH to establish a School of Robotics. This initiative aims to bridge India's education gap in automation by enhancing robotics skills and facilitating industry integration.

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Making Injection Molding Cost-Effective

Manufacturing Tomorrow

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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How To Select the Right Software for Innovation Management

Finding the right innovation management software is like picking a racing bike—it's essential to consider your unique needs rather than just flashy features. This oversight can stall your innovation efforts. Download now to explore key considerations for success!

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Fastener Distributor Index (FDI) | October 2024

Fastener News Desk

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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Kaman Highlights AMS Family of High-Precision Non-Contact Displacement Sensors for Materials Research and Development

Manufacturing Tomorrow

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

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