Wed.Jan 31, 2024

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Hyson’s new turning machine provides faster, more diverse manufacturing solutions

Design World

Hyson, a Barnes Group Inc. business, maker of nitrogen gas systems for metal forming operations, announces the upgrade of its Brecksville, Ohio, facility with two new machine tools to provide faster and more diverse gas spring solutions. These new machines are state-of-the-art CNC mill/turns that efficiently produce precision high-quality metal components.

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Integrating PLCs and Camera Systems to Automate Quality Checks

Automation World

Successful PLC programming involves the implementation of image comparison algorithms, pattern recognition techniques and barcode or QR-code readers to enhance the accuracy of inspections.

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KettyBot Pro will provide personalized customer service, says Pudu Robotics

Robotics Business Review

KettyBot Pro is designed for multiple functions. Source: Pudu Robotics Pudu Technology Co. today launched KettyBot Pro, the newest generation of its delivery and reception robot. The service robot is designed to address labor shortages in the retail and restaurant industries and enhance customer engagement, said the company. “In addition to delivering food and returning items, KettyBot can attract, greet, and guide customers in dynamic environments while generating advertising revenue, red

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Are Robots Taking Too Many Jobs?

Automation World

Automation World was recently invited to appear on Southern California Public Radio's LAist AirTalk program to discuss the realities around the impact of increasing automation use—particularly robots—on industry's workforce.

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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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Teradyne robotics group earns $375M in 2023

Robotics Business Review

Teradyne’s robotics group generated $375 million in revenue in fiscal 2023. North Reading, Mass.-based Teradyne owns Energid (motion planning software), Mobile Industrial Robots (autonomous mobile robots) and Universal Robots (collaborative robot arms). The group generated $404 million in revenue in 2022. Universal Robots (UR) generated $304 million in revenue in 2023.

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Manufacturing M&A poised to grow in 2024

Gary Mintchell

I received this outlook for the year from pwc. I’ve been told by other investment people that there are many smaller companies ripe to be acquired. This is the new innovation in a mature market. You’ll see the larger companies acquiring technology and expertise. Overall deal volume and value fell in 2023 relative to 2022, which had been lower than 2021’s record high.

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What is a Safety PLC?

Control.com

This article investigates the basic qualities that make up a safety PLC, what distinguishes a safety PLC from a standard model, and the reasons for which a safety PLC may be critical.

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Autopicker robots from Brightpick to automate The Feed, Dr. Max warehouses

Robotics Business Review

As robots tackle more tasks, The Feed has begun installing Brightpick Autopicker systems in its new warehouse. The deployment includes a total of 48 robots, and Broomfield, Colo.-based sports nutrition and e-commerce company, expects it to go live in March. Brightpick has also rolled out its robots to Dr. Max, a leading European pharmaceutical supplier.

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All You Need to Know About Web Services Testing

Robotics Automation News

Web services testing is an important part of any software development process. As more applications move to the cloud and rely on APIs to integrate different components, having robust web services tests ensures seamless interactions and high-quality experiences for end users.

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PHA Biopolymer Coating Makes Noodle Cup Compostable

Plastics Today

CJ Biomaterials’ patented polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) replaces a polypropylene coating in microwavable food packaging for South Korea’s leading convenience-store chain.

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

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Robotics in Environmental Protection and Conservation

Robotics Automation News

Have you ever thought of how the fusion of technology and nature could forge a brighter future for our planet? You’re in for a treat as we dive into the fascinating world of robotics in environmental protection and conservation.

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Ivan Power announced as NRF CEO

Manufacturer's Monthly

Ivan Power has been appointed as the chief executive officer (CEO) of the National Reconstruction Fund Corporation (NRFC). Power has over 25 years’ experience in global investment and holds considerable experience working with early-stage companies and social ventures. He spent over 20 years at Macquarie Group in Sydney and London and is also a board member of Generation Australia and former board member of Lifesavers with Pride and The Westmead Institute for medical research.

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Top Ten Ways AI Will Benefit Your Business

Robotics Automation News

In this day and age, we are seeing businesses using artificial intelligence more and more. Some of the ways that artificial intelligence is being used would have been considered to be science fiction just a few short decades ago.

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Laser-equipped satellite to blast space debris from orbit

E&T

A Japanese satellite firm is developing a space junk removal system that uses lasers to shunt orbiting debris into the Earth’s atmosphere to get burned up.

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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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Plastec/MD&M West Exhibitor Preview

Plastics Today

These exhibitors are breaking the mold in plastics processing equipment and materials at the advanced manufacturing event in Anaheim, CA.

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UK set to refuse request for Hinkley C loan guarantees

E&T

According to reports from the Financial Times and Reuters, the UK government has no plans to offer loan guarantees for Hinkley Point C, which is majority-owned by EDF.

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Welding cobots improving efficiency on the production floor

The Fabricator

Guest speakers at last October’s AWS Welding Automation ExpoandConference gave attendees plenty to digest regarding welding automation and the cobot’s role in their shops.

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TeamViewer Adopts AR Headsets Taking Remote Production Machinery Support From Desktop To Reality

Metrology

The global leader in remote IT support TeamViewer has signalled its shift to augmented reality (AR) having struck a strategic partnership with AR startup Almer. The post TeamViewer Adopts AR Headsets Taking Remote Production Machinery Support From Desktop To Reality appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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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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Achieving Operational Simplicity with a Network Platform Approach

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

For today’s IT teams, managing distributed users, devices, applications, and workloads is not an easy task—especially when these disparate elements often connect across multiple infrastructures, as we… Read more on Cisco Blogs

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Victoria will lead all states in economic growth, says Deloitte report

Manufacturer's Monthly

According to the Deloitte Access Economics’ Business Outlook report, Victoria will lead all states in economic growth over the next five years. Treasurer Tim Pallas said the report showed the Victorian Government’s strategy for sustainable, job-creating growth was working. The report forecast Victoria’s growth in gross state product in 2023-24 will be 2.5 per cent, outpacing all states and territories, and Victorian economic growth will lead all states over the five years to 2027-28

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Cisco and Hitachi Vantara Simplify Hybrid Cloud Adoption with New IaaS and Flexible Consumption Options

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

The goal of any technology or engineering team is to build products that make life easier for their end-users. That’s especially true in the world of IT.

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BOXER-6646-ADP 12th Gen. Compact Fanless Embedded Box PC

Manufacturer's Monthly

Featured by Interworld Electronics, the BOXER-6646-ADP is a compact (220mm x 154mm x 61.6mm), yet powerful fanless Embedded Box PC. Taking embedded computing to the next level, the BOXER-6646-ADP is an exceptionally versatile and sophisticated all-purpose solution. Powered by 12th Generation Intel® Core processors with dual-channel DDR5 support, and equipped with industry-leading features such as a DIO port, multiple 2.5GbE LAN, and four display ports, the BOXER-6646-ADP is capable of handling h

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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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Sustainability: From Strategy to Reality

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

There’s no questioning the importance of sustainability, and IT leaders at organizations of all sizes are working to understand the impact.

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Nose-like sensor sniffs out toxic ammonia gas

Manufacturer's Monthly

Engineers in Australia have developed a small ammonia gas sensor that could enable safer hydrogen storage and specialised medical diagnostic devices. The simple yet effective proof-of-concept sensor described in top academic journal Advanced Functional Materials is the result of collaboration by researchers at RMIT University, the University of Melbourne and the ARC Centre of Excellence for Transformative Meta-Optical Systems (TMOS).

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New Technology for an Old Industry – Coffee and Conversations podcast

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

A few weeks ago our mining experts sat down with Danny Vicente from Cisco’s Coffee and Conversations to discuss what is taking place in the mining industry.

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CAPS strikes key partnership with Mitsubishi

Manufacturer's Monthly

In a strategic move that reinforces their commitment to excellence, CAPS Australia proudly announced its recent collaboration with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Engine System Asia (MHIES-A) as the official Australian distributor for the esteemed Mitsubishi MGS Generator Series. The partnership was solidified during an official signing ceremony held at CAPS Australia’s headquarters in Perth, where representatives from MHIES-A were given an insightful tour of the in-house engineering facilitie

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The Secrets to Zero-Waste Manufacturing: A ex-SpaceX Start-up Case Study

Sit down with Karan Talati, CEO of First Resonance, to explore the significant contributors to waste in the manufacturing industry. Karan delves into two critical areas: material waste and data waste. He discusses how material waste impacts costs and efficiency, and the often-overlooked issue of data waste—where valuable data is not captured, leading to inefficiencies in managing inventory and operations.

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Cascades now offering sustainable alternative for hard-to-recycle packaging

Canadian Manufacturing

Cascades is proud to offer even more sustainable alternatives for hard-to-recycle packaging with a brand new line of produce baskets with flaps (CNW Group/Cascades Inc.) KINGSEY FALLS — Cascades announces the launch of new produce basket designs for the produce sector. Made from up to 100% recycled fibres, these new produce baskets with flaps offer produce growers a sustainable alternative to replace more hard-to-recycle packaging.

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Australian drones to take part in accelerator challenge to support ADF

Manufacturer's Monthly

Aerial drones developed by Australian companies will be showcased as part of an Australian Government initiative aimed at supporting innovation and delivering capabilities for the Australian Defence Force. A total of 11 companies have signed contracts to provide a prototype of a drone, known as an uncrewed aerial system. The demonstration will be in April along with a production plan detailing how they would rapidly deliver their drones at scale for potential use by Defence and the Commonwealth.

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National Tube Supply employee marks 30th anniversary

The Fabricator

National Tube Supply, a supplier of mechanical tube and chrome bar in University Park, Ill., is celebrating the 30th anniversary of Mike Scheuer, credit and collections manager.

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$200m investment to make Australia a global green steel powerhouse

Manufacturer's Monthly

The Australian Government’s $200m grant to upgrade Australia’s steel industry is a crucial early step to realising Australia’s potential as a global green steel powerhouse, according to the Australian Workers’ Union. The federal government has announced the first round of the Powering the Regions Fund (PRF) will provide funding to BlueScope Steel Limited and Liberty Steel Australia.

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How to Master Product Portfolio Management

Pursuing product portfolio management excellence empowers organizations to unlock the full potential of their offerings. This comprehensive guide unveils 10 essential keys that serve as the building blocks for success.