Tue.Mar 26, 2024

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Southco introduces R4-50 heavy-duty electronic rotary latch with integrated sensor

Design World

Offering high security, quick actuation speed, and exceptional cycle life, the latest addition to the Heavy-Duty Rotary Latch line is designed for applications where durability and reliability are critical. As an FMVSS 206 capable solution for high-strength door retention, the R4-50 is made for last-mile delivery applications where constant use and unpredictable conditions are the… The post Southco introduces R4-50 heavy-duty electronic rotary latch with integrated sensor appeared first on

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Why Use of Workflow Software is on the Rise

Automation World

The convergence of increasingly complex work processes and industry’s ongoing labor issues are driving the growth of workflow software in manufacturing. The software’s ability to maintain compliance and ensure efficient production add to the benefits.

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Expansion of DC SSR Portfolio: 3 Amp SSR for up to 60VDC

Design World

Carlo Gavazzi is excited to introduce the expansion of our RM1D Series Solid State Relays, which will now include a 3 Amp DC-rated version. This new addition, the RM1D060D3, will have a rated output voltage of up to 60 VDC. This extension was inspired by evolving market research that showed a large portion of the… The post Expansion of DC SSR Portfolio: 3 Amp SSR for up to 60VDC appeared first on Design World.

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Expansion of Pharmaceutical Production Drives Automation Use

Automation World

PMMI research highlights how the pharma industry’s efforts to modernize technology and automate at greater levels are being driven by ongoing supply chain issues and plans to provide more sustainable packaging.

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The Supply Chain in 2025: What to Expect

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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Engineers emboldened by digital transformation community

Design World

Over the past year, I’ve spent a lot of time speaking with manufacturers about their digital transformation projects. They all have very different stories to tell because their application needs are distinct. But whether it’s a food manufacturer, a beverage producer, an automaker or a machine builder, they all have one thing in common: The… The post Engineers emboldened by digital transformation community appeared first on Design World.

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How PLCs and SCADA Systems Work Together

Automation World

Common questions about the distinctions between PLCs and SCADA systems, their integration, and the differences between SCADA and Distributed Control Systems.

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Automation Can Boost Job Satisfaction

Automation World

Despite concern about robotics and artificial intelligence causing mass layoffs, workers tend to warm up to advanced automation when it’s a clear help, rather than a hindrance. Proper preparation about automation helps workers more easily see the benefits.

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The Eclipse Foundation Unveils 2023 IoT and Edge Commercial Adoption Survey Insights 

Gary Mintchell

The 5 th annual Eclipse Foundation IoT and Edge Commercial Adoption Survey actually holds few surprise but shows ongoing trends of investment. I’m not sure if it is good news or worrisome that the C-suite seems to be more involved. These people hold the purse strings, but they also usually hold unrealistic expectations (oversold by engineers?) about the eventual benefits of technology adoption.

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Seeq Adds Generative AI Capabilities

Automation World

The new Seeq AI Assistant adds artificial intelligence capabilities, accelerating operational excellence across the industrial enterprise.

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RoboticsCareer.org adds functionality from ARM Institute to address manufacturing skills gap

Robotics Business Review

RoboticsCareer.org has been redesigned to help people find careers in manufacturing. Source: ARM Insitute The Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing, or ARM Institute today said it has added capabilities to RoboticsCareer.org, its resource for robotics careers in U.S. manufacturing. The institute said they will provide guidance to help students and workers understand training and job opportunities and plan their careers.

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The 2nd Generation of Innovation Management: A Survival Guide

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?

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What is FDT?

Automation World

In this episode, we connect with Steve Biegacki of the FDT Group to get a better understanding of the FDT open standard industrial device communication technology, how it's used across industry, the FDT Group's work with OPC Foundation and what end users should know about the FDT technology in their automation devices.

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RightHand Robotics and Vanderlande discuss industry trends, RightPick 4 at MODEX

Robotics Business Review

RightHand Robotics Inc. has hit the ground running in 2024. Earlier this year, it released RightPick 4, an upgraded version of its piece-picking system that can handle items up to 25% larger and 50% heavier than RightPick 3. The Charlestown, Mass.-based company worked closely with integration partner Vanderlande on many of the new features in RightPick 4.

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Beckhoff Previews Control Cabinet Replacement Technology

Automation World

The modular MX-System is designed to replace control cabinets, reducing wiring requirements as well as installation and upgrade times.

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Portescap to be a featured exhibitor and speaker at Robotics Summit & Expo 2024

Robotics Business Review

Portescap and Kollmorgen will discuss motion control at the Robotics Summit & Expo. Credit: Adobe Stock Portescap, a global leader in micro-motion solutions for the robotics industry, has announced that it will be exhibiting at the Robotics Summit & Expo in Boston from May 1-2, 2024. The West Chester, Pa.-based company will exhibit at Booth 144 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center.

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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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The Growing Influence of IT on OT

Automation World

Even though proponents of the merger between operations technology and IT don’t necessarily see a day when the two merge completely, the influence of IT is changing key aspects of OT, such as code changes and cybersecurity.

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Sonar Systems Manufacturer Cuts Material Planning Time by 90% with MRP Software

MRPEasy

Marine navigation device manufacturer FarSounder turned to MRP software to help with the complexities of inventory management and procurement. “Using our previous system, it took me a day to understand what parts we needed to order and when. With MRPeasy, it takes less than an hour,” says Matt Zimmerman, Founder and CEO. Improving upon sonar […] The post Sonar Systems Manufacturer Cuts Material Planning Time by 90% with MRP Software appeared first on Blog for Manufacturers and Distributors

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Kawasaki Robotics and Olis Robotics Partner on Remote Monitoring and Control

Automation World

To troubleshoot errors and restart robotic systems faster, Olis Robotics provides an on-premises device that securely connects to robotic systems via 5G.

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Recap: Control Automation Day 2024

Control.com

Control Automation Day 2024 is now in the rear-view mirror. Thanks to our presenters and attendees for making the inaugural event a huge success!

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

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Airskin Transforms Industrial Robots into Cobots

Automation World

With its ability to trigger an immediate robot stop from just one pound of resistance, Airskin modules allow industrial robots to work fencelessly at speeds of up to 2 meters second.

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Meet the 'Fab Five' of IT/OT Leadership

Industry Week

The IT/OT convergence in manufacturing is happening rapidly. These five leadership roles will figure into the transition.

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Schneider Electric Debuts New Cobot Line

Automation World

The company’s Lexium collaborative robots offer high-speed motion and precision positioning in single and multi-axis configurations.

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Tomra Leverages AI to Optimize PET Recycling

Plastics Today

See how deep-learning artificial intelligence can revolutionize sorting and recycling of PET plastic and flake at NPE2024.

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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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Mobile Robots with Integrated Lifter and Roller Modules Save Integration Time

Automation World

Omron’s new MD-650 and the MD-900 autonomous mobile robots are designed to integrate with RoEq’s new TML500/TML750 lifter and TR600/TR700 roller modules.

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Lochard Energy awarded $2m for hydrogen feasibility study

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: zayacsk/stock.adobe.com Australian Renewable Energy Agency has awarded $2 million to Lochard Energy for an 18-month feasibility study into large-scale hydrogen production and storage in Victoria’s onshore Otway Basin. The feasibility study, costing $6.3 million in total, is the second stage of Lochard’s H2RESTORE project. The project aims to help firm the National Electricity Market (NEM) through the provision of long duration, seasonal energy storage in the form of hydrogen.

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A Mobile Robot for Matrix Production Setups

Automation World

KUKA’s new KMP 1500 omnidirectional autonomous mobile robot is designed to work flexibly in matrix production operations.

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PNOZmulti 2 FSoE (= FailSafe over EtherCAT) Module

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Pilz Australia For efficient production, it should be possible to seamlessly integrate safety concepts into machine concepts. That is why the configurable safe small controller PNOZmulti 2 from Pilz supports the open communication system EtherCAT in combination with the safe protocol Safety-over-EtherCAT FSoE (= FailSafe over EtherCAT). As a result, PNOZmulti 2 enables the transfer of both control and safety-related information, thereby achieving efficiency in production.

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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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Securing the LLM Stack

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

A few months ago, I wrote about the security of AI models, fine-tuning techniques, and the use of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) in a Cisco Security Blog post.

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Regional education boosted with 10 new university study hubs

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: auremar/stock.adobe.com The Australian Technology Network of Universities (ATN) believes the announcement of 10 new Regional University Study Hubs is a significant step in the overall delivery of a fairer, more equitable tertiary education system. ATN Interim Executive Director, Frank Coletta, said the decision by the Albanese Government will elevate access to higher education for students across rural and remote parts of Australia, who might otherwise struggle to gain entry.

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Decoding all the tube bender options

The Fabricator

Today’s tube bending machines offer shops a rich range of control and system options. Here's why metal fab shops should take the time to understand all of them.

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Queensland SMEs boosted with $5.5m investment

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Seventyfour/stock.adobe.com The Queensland state government has awarded $5.5 million in funding to help develop and bring new and innovative products and services to the market. Innovation minister Leanne Linard announced 56 small-to-medium-sized businesses will have a share in more than $5.5 million in grants under two Advance Queensland funding initiatives – the Ignite Ideas Fund and the Ignite Spark Program.

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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!