Design World
JULY 2, 2024
By Mark Jones “Save water. Shower tomorrow” is the message on a billboard I just passed. It stood out from the others along I-75 near Flint, Mich., a mix of personal injury lawyers, fast food, and cannabis shops. As it happened, I was listening to a podcast on water. Seemed fitting. Flint is synonymous with… The post Technical thinking: Reflections on Flint appeared first on Design World.
Gary Mintchell
JULY 2, 2024
My “spare time” after thinking about industrial technology and applications involves thinking about how we grow and become mature human beings. As humans, we like to believe that we are ruled by reason, but the truth is that our imagination and senses affect us much more than we realize. Descartes corrupted Western thought with his maxim, “Cogito, ergo sum” (I think, therefore, I am).
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Design World
JULY 2, 2024
PHD, an innovator in industrial automation solutions, announces the release of its latest catalog, featuring the complete line of PHD Pneumatic Thruster & Rodless Linear Slides. This comprehensive catalog offers a wide variety of guided linear slide styles, sizes, travels, and options designed to meet the diverse needs of the automation industry.
Gary Mintchell
JULY 2, 2024
“Spotlight on the Future” Report Highlights How PLM and Digital Thread Solutions Address Key Challenges with Sustainability Data Accuracy, Availability, and Analysis Aras Research Finds That Three Out of Four Companies Feel Pressured by Regulation, Customers, Investors, and Employees to Become More Sustainable Most news invading my email client these days involves companies sending out some questionnaires and compiling a report.
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The complexity of financial data, the need for real-time insight, and the demand for user-friendly visualizations can seem daunting when it comes to analytics - but there is an easier way. With Logi Symphony, we aim to turn these challenges into opportunities. Our platform empowers you to seamlessly integrate advanced data analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting into your applications, transforming raw data into actionable insights.
Design World
JULY 2, 2024
Card edge connectors connect peripheral devices or expansion cards to a host system. They provide a reliable interface for data transfer and power delivery, facilitating the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) components into a system. They support AI and machine learning (ML) on the edge, in the cloud, and in hyperscale data centers. This article […] The post What specifications are needed for card edge connectors in AI/ML systems?
E&T
JULY 2, 2024
An international research team led by the Photonic Network Laboratory of Japan's National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) has set a new world record for data transmission speed of 402 terabits per second using commercially-available optical fibre.
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Robotics Automation News
JULY 2, 2024
New Holland, a brand of CNH, and Bluewhite, a developer of autonomous technology, have agreed a multi-phase partnership to collaborate on distribution, manufacturing, and integration of Bluewhite’s autonomous solutions for New Holland tractors in North America. This partnership will enable New Holland tractors to operate fully autonomously in orchards, vineyards and other specialty crop operations.
Design World
JULY 2, 2024
binder, a supplier of industrial circular connectors, has developed industrial LED lights designed for dual purposes: illuminating workspaces and indicating different operating modes of machines. The company created M12 LED lights in response to a specific request from a biologically oriented research project. Originally, these lights were designed to stimulate octopus reproduction using specific wavelengths… The post LED lights, featuring M12-A connectors, are designed for diverse lightin
Robotics Automation News
JULY 2, 2024
A consortium of companies and organisations has presented TraceBot at the Future Labs Live event. The aim of the TraceBot project is to develop laboratory robots that fulfil the criterion of traceability and are therefore suitable for use in laboratory environments and other fields of application with high safety and flexibility requirements.
Design World
JULY 2, 2024
In this release of WTWH’s Processing and Packaging series, we took a close look at the growing beverage industry. Composed of everything from bottled water and carbonated soft drinks to cold-pressed juices and premium spirits, the beverage industry represents a diverse slice of manufacturing that encompasses a wide variety of products and packaging formats.
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Discover how CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) transformed and revitalized Broderick's manufacturing plant in 5 productive ways. Before the CMMS, the plant faced challenges such as reactive maintenance due to staff shortages, inefficient inventory management, and poor team communication. With the CMMS, the plant experienced increased equipment uptime, streamlined maintenance processes, enhanced inventory management, improved communication, and better decision-making through real-
Robotics Automation News
JULY 2, 2024
Clustag by Rielec, a developer of innovative RFID solutions, has been appointed by warehouse robotics provider Exotec, as a strategic partner to deploy item-level RFID solutions in selected Skypod System projects. The technology will be deployed in some specific projects in the Netherlands for a globally known fashion brand.
Design World
JULY 2, 2024
Schneider Electric, a sustainable energy solutions company, has been honored with the 10,000,000th Anybus Module award by HMS Networks. By integrating Anybus network connectivity interfaces into its line of variable speed drives, Schneider Electric empowers its customers with a diverse range of drives that can be fine-tuned for performance and energy efficiency.
Canadian Manufacturing
JULY 2, 2024
Minister Vandal announces federal investments in trade and new markets to help move Manitoba businesses forward (CNW Group/Prairies Economic Development Canada) WINNIPEG — On Jun. 28, Dan Vandal, Minister for PrairiesCan, announced strategic investments of over $7.5 million to help four Manitoba organizations continue to grow and thrive, and showcase the Government of Canada’s priority of advancing trade, infrastructure, and new markets to try and propel Manitoba forward while ensuri
Design World
JULY 2, 2024
AutomationDirect has added di-soric OGU series photoelectric fork sensors featuring a rugged one-piece aluminum or die-cast zinc “U-frame” construction that assures constant alignment. The OGU series fork sensors offer IO-Link v1.1 compatibility, up to a 14kHz switching frequency, and fork openings from 5 to 250mm. Four ready-to-run preset modes optimize the sensors for standard, high-resolution,… The post di-soric OGU Series Fork Sensors from AutomationDirect appeared first on Design Worl
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In the fast-moving manufacturing sector, delivering mission-critical data insights to empower your end users or customers can be a challenge. Traditional BI tools can be cumbersome and difficult to integrate - but it doesn't have to be this way. Logi Symphony offers a powerful and user-friendly solution, allowing you to seamlessly embed self-service analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting directly into your applications.
Robotics Business Review
JULY 2, 2024
At COMPUTEX 2024, Solomon VP of Research & Development Xuan-Loc Nguyen introduces the META-aivi AR + AI vision system for SOP validation to NVIDIA guests Madison Huang and Lori Huang. | Source: Solomon Solomon Technology Corp. yesterday said it will integrate its product offerings with the NVIDIA Isaac robotics platform. The companies announced the collaboration at COMPUTEX 2024 in Taipei, Taiwan. “We are thrilled to integrate the NVIDIA Isaac platform into our products,” stated
Design World
JULY 2, 2024
AutomationDiret has added CCEA VEGA series recessed industrial LED light bars to expand its offering of industrial LED fixtures. Specifically designed for medium and large CNC equipment, these compact fixtures feature a rugged, ultra-slim anodized aluminum housing that is highly resistant to dust and liquids and allows mounting outside the machine’s working area.
Manufacturer's Monthly
JULY 2, 2024
Image: Flinders University Future high-tech factory workers will rely on training and support from Industry 4.0 technology to manage workflow and remote troubleshooting, Flinders University experts say. The technologies factory workers, such as shipbuilders, will soon rely on include augmented reality head-mounted display modules (AR-HMD) according to a new article published in Ergonomics.
Design World
JULY 2, 2024
DigiKey invites Electronica China 2024 attendees to Hall E5 Booth 5206 to experience all the latest DigiKey offerings, including in-booth demonstrations, DigiKey Moment live interviews, hands-on workshops, interactive games, and more. Electronica China will be held July 8-10 at the Shanghai New International Expo Center. Returning to Electronica China is DigiKey Moment, a two-day live… The post DigiKey to feature in-booth demonstrations and more at Electronica China 2024 appeared first on
Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions
In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. ♻️ Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene
Manufacturer's Monthly
JULY 2, 2024
Image: AMGC Australian MedTech manufacturer Headsafe has commercialised a portable brain injury assessment device to provide faster diagnosis of potential concussions called Nurochek. Backed by co-investment from the Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre (AMGC), the home-grown technology is FDA cleared and is now available in the United States. As a result of the project, Headsafe has established local manufacturing capabilities, doubled its R&D expenditure, and will generate substantial ex
Design World
JULY 2, 2024
As industrial environments evolve, enterprises connect more field devices and gather more data. However, they need to consider space and weight constraints and simplify network infrastructure. SPE cables make this possible. The Lumberg Automation BEETLE Single Pair Ethernet Lite Managed Switch supports the transition to future-ready networks built with SPE technology.
Manufacturer's Monthly
JULY 2, 2024
Image: wowinside/stock.adobe.co Australian-Indian in-space servicing firm, Space Machines Company, has signed a landmark Launch Service Agreement with NewSpace India Limited (NSIL) at Space Congress 2024 that sets the stage for the launch of the second 450 kg Optimus spacecraft. This pioneering collaboration aims to strengthen the ties between international space sectors and demonstrate a shared commitment to sustainable space operations.
Design World
JULY 2, 2024
By Mike Santora A few months ago, I received an email reminding me that my vehicle’s lease would be ending in July. So, this month, I’ll spelunk through my basement for the original car mats, assess the astounding damage my 4-year-old has managed in only 36 months, and I’ll attempt to get the car ready… The post Is interest in EVs powering down?
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In the rapidly evolving healthcare industry, delivering data insights to end users or customers can be a significant challenge for product managers, product owners, and application team developers. The complexity of healthcare data, the need for real-time analytics, and the demand for user-friendly interfaces can often seem overwhelming. But with Logi Symphony, these challenges become opportunities.
Manufacturer's Monthly
JULY 2, 2024
PM Albanese outlines economic reform agenda at Queensland Media Club to boost manufacturing Image: anthonyalbanese.com.au In a recent speech, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese revealed a strategy to elevate domestic manufacturing and accelerate Australia’s economic advancement, offering federal assistance to pivotal industries. Phillip Hazell reports.
E&T
JULY 2, 2024
Bot-like accounts spreading hate and disinformation on social media platform X have had their posts seen more than an estimated 150 million times in the last few weeks ahead of the UK election.
Manufacturer's Monthly
JULY 2, 2024
SEMMA is concerned that the recent announcement by the Federal Government’s new “Future Made in Australia Act” will effect SMEs in the manufacturing sector as it believes the Act may not address the industry’s critical needs and concerns. Image: Image: Kzenon / stock.adobe.com SEMMA is concerned that the recent announcement by the Federal Government’s new “Future Made in Australia Act” will effect SMEs in the manufacturing sector as it believes the Act may not address the industry’s critical nee
Automation Mag
JULY 2, 2024
Manufacturing AUTOMATION’s annual Lifetime Achievement Award program celebrates long-serving members of Canada’s discrete manufacturing and automation sectors by recognizing workers who have been employed in the industry for at least 25 years and who have made significant contributions to advance it. Nominations are currently open. The deadline for submissions is the end of the business day on August 2, 2024.
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As engineers push the boundaries of innovation with groundbreaking hardware products, their success depends largely on the speed and efficiency of production. The challenge? Manual processes and disparate systems lead to multiple versions of documents, incomplete records, and duplicated work, creating a chaotic system of records that is difficult to manage.
Manufacturer's Monthly
JULY 2, 2024
Image: jmimages/stock.adobe.com Two new solar farms will be built on Gumatj and Rirratjingu country on the Gove Peninsula, NT, as Rio Tinto works to secure a more sustainable power supply for the region beyond mining. The solar farms will be built on Rio Tinto leases, following agreement with the Gumatj and Rirratjingu Traditional Owner Groups on the location of the facilities.
Automation Mag
JULY 2, 2024
KUKA Robotics Canada is partnering with Cégep de Lévis’s Cégep de Lévis’ Department of Continuing Education and Business Services to offer specialized French-language robotics training to Quebec businesses that have chosen KUKA technology. Cégep de Lévis shared in a press statement that CEGEP has been providing training on KUKA robots for many years.
Manufacturer's Monthly
JULY 2, 2024
Image: stellastock/stock.adobe.com At the launch of the GSEM Jobs and Skills Roadmap, federal skills minister Brendan O’Connor has declared that the Greater Southeast Melbourne region is the key to “A Future Made in Australia.” The launch of the roadmap that will help O’Connor assist regions right across the country was held in Parliament House, Canberra, last Wednesday.
Modern Machine Shop
JULY 2, 2024
Metalworking activity contracted at a faster rate in June. June closed at 44.3, down 1.2 points relative to May , marking a 2024 low. Most contracting components picked up the contraction pace in June, with each of new orders, production and backlog down at least 2 points. Exports also contracted faster in June, a trend last observed at about the same time two years ago (2022).
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Generative AI is upending the way product developers & end-users alike are interacting with data. Despite the potential of AI, many are left with questions about the future of product development: How will AI impact my business and contribute to its success? What can product managers and developers expect in the future with the widespread adoption of AI?
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