Design World

JANUARY 1, 2025

Incorporating single axis trunnions and multi-axis weld positioners into manufacturing operations significantly expands the possibilities for welding automation. These advanced systems enable manufacturers to maximize throughput, improve weld quality, and save valuable floor space. Positioners provide robots with better access to tooling or parts, optimize workspace by reducing the floor footprint, simplify part removal, and… The post Enhancing Welding Automation with Single and Multi-Axis

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Automation World

JANUARY 1, 2025

The newest edition of FactoryTalk Analytics VisionAI is designed to help users not just verify quality but understand the quality of the product being produced.

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Design World

JANUARY 1, 2025

To achieve lower production cost and improve return on investment, manufacturers are adding custom positioning systems to their process. For example, with one IEC 61131-3- compliant automation program running on one processor, manufacturers move robots smoothly along linear track systems while performing several tasks in the same cell. With these new positioning systems, there is… The post Robot Manufacturing with Single Axis Positioning Systems appeared first on Design World.

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Mold Making Technology

JANUARY 1, 2025

Versatile Mold and Design has the capacity to tackle large projects more efficiently than most, recently completing a 25-tool package within 16 weeks. These high-production molds for the electrical industry were designed and produced on-time. Source | Versatile Mold and Design Could you tell us about Versatile Mold and Design’s history and current operations?

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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

JANUARY 1, 2025

For decades cam indexers have been used in automated lines to provide high precision location and sometimes in multiple stations for a process to be performed very accurately. Today cam indexing can be used in a variety of ways and provides superior accuracy to other technologies. Traditional gear positioners suffice for manual operations where an… The post Rotary Cam Indexers for Automated Positioning Applications appeared first on Design World.

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Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 1, 2025

A series of humanoid robot announcements at the end of the month dominated our top 10 stories in December 2024. In addition, large funding rounds and forward-looking forecasts grabbed our readers’ attention. Here are the 10 most popular stories on The Robot Report in the past month. Subscribe to The Robot Report Newsletter and listen to The Robot Report Podcast to stay up to date on the robotics developments you need to know about. 10.

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Modern Machine Shop

JANUARY 1, 2025

Reeves says that MiConnect has simplified the act of connecting machines to Woodward’s overall digital factory. When recently asked to connect one Colorado facility’s Okuma machines to the digital factory, two of Reeves team members had the machines connected and running within four hours. Images courtesy of Woodward, Inc. Running a digital factory is a tricky task, however you define “digital factory.” At Woodward Inc. , a manufacturing company that tackles energy contro

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JANUARY 1, 2025

Weld Australia has a range of training, qualification and certification services. Image: Weld Australia Investing in professional development isnt just about enhancing skills; its a step toward securing a future where your expertise is in high demand. With Weld Australia s 2025 course offerings, industry professionals can kick-start the new year equipped with the knowledge and credentials that make a difference.

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DO Supply

JANUARY 1, 2025

Speed Applications A comprehensive and advanced product line designed to offer precise and efficient motion control solutions for various industrial applications is the Mitsubishi MDS-C1 Drives series. This series has a variety of cutting-edge features to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Here, we will discuss the different types of drives this series offers.

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Control.com

JANUARY 1, 2025

WEG's new W80 AXgen axial flux motor was designed for energy efficiency and sustainability, making it ideal for electric vehicles and renewable energy.

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Speaker: Chris Townsend, VP of Product Marketing, Wellspring

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?

The Fabricator

JANUARY 1, 2025

The radius in an air-form transitions from being floated in the die opening to wrapping around the punch nose. Bending guru Steve Benson digs deep into the reasons why.

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