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Enhancing Welding Automation with Single and Multi-Axis Weld Positioners

Design World

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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Setting Up the Building Blocks for a Digital Factory

Modern Machine Shop

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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Rotary Cam Indexers for Automated Positioning Applications

Design World

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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Top 10 robotics stories of December 2024

Robotics Business Review

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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Agility Amid Tariffs & Supply Chain Disruptions

Speaker: Karan Talati: CEO and Co-Founder of First Resonance

The rules of manufacturing are shifting—are you ready? Tariffs, automation, and supply chain disruptions are forcing manufacturers to adapt fast or fall behind. Join Karan Talati, CEO of First Resonance and former SpaceX Manufacturing Engineer, in this on-demand webinar to learn how leading manufacturers are: Navigating tariffs with data-driven supply chain strategies Leveraging automation and AI to eliminate bottlenecks Building resilience with predictive supplier management Adapting flexible s

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Robot Manufacturing with Single Axis Positioning Systems

Design World

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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Partnerships Fuel Moldmaker’s Growth in Technology and Training

Mold Making Technology

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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Rockwell Automation Updates Its Vision Tech for Closed-Loop Quality Control

Automation World

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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Kick-start your career in 2025

Manufacturer's Monthly

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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Rockwell Automation Updates Its Vision Tech for Closed-Loop Quality Control

Automation World

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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How Mitsubishi MDS-C1 Drives Improve Accuracy in High-Speed Applications

DO Supply

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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Emergent Energy Optimizes Steam Systems with Panoramic Power’s Technology

Manufacturers face increasing pressure to curb energy waste and emissions. Emergent Energy specializes in optimizing industrial steam systems, leveraging Panoramic Power’s real-time energy intelligence to drive efficiency. By analyzing steam system performance, Emergent Energy pinpoints inefficiencies and implements targeted improvements. This article explores how data-driven steam optimization transforms wasted energy into measurable savings, ensuring compliance with sustainability regulations.

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NIST Smart Connected Systems Staff Recognized at the 52nd NIST Annual Awards Ceremony

NIST Manufacturing

On January 15, 2025, NIST held its 52 nd Annual Awards Ceremony in Gaithersburg Maryland, and Boulder, Colorado.

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WEG Releases The W80 AXgen Axial Flux Motor

Control.com

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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Bending long on the press brake: Part IV

The Fabricator

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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