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Automation Tech Trends to Watch

Automation World

From AI, robots and sustainability to preventative maintenance, inventory and workforce training, find out what industry experts from the Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing Institute, Cognizant, Fluke Reliability, Glassdome, Honeywell and Snowflake think will be the biggest automation tech factors in 2025.

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124 Women in STEM Leaders Embark to Antarctica

Manufacturing Management

124 women and non-binary STEM leaders embark on an historic expedition to Antarctica as part of the Homeward Bound initiative to help tackle sustainability issues.

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The Nexus of AI and Human-Centric Manufacturing

Automation World

Filtering the hype and promise of AI against a deeper understanding of AI-readiness and operational maturity is critical.

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Bulldog Steel Fabrication launches new website

The Fabricator

Bulldog Steel Fabrication, Madison, Ga., has unveiled a redesigned website.

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Accelerate America's Manufacturing Agility & Supply Chain Resilience

Discover how to accelerate manufacturing agility and build supply chain resilience in our live webinar on February 6, 2025, at 3 PM PST. Explore insights from a former SpaceX leader on scaling hardware production, balancing speed with quality, and leveraging advanced tools like ION Factory OS. Learn from historical examples and modern approaches to innovation while uncovering how AI and real-time data can automate processes, strengthen supply chain operations, and ensure scalability.

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Having Lost $500,000 to SAP, Grow Lamp Manufacturer Turns to MRPeasy

MRPEasy

Tennessee-based Horticulture Lighting Group has harnessed the power of MRP software to streamline its operations and drive sustained growth. We managed to implement MRPeasy in under 3 months without many issues, a sharp contrast to big ERPs, says CFO Bruce Heinemann. Empowering indoor plant growers with advanced LED solutions Horticulture Lighting Group is a lighting […] The post Having Lost $500,000 to SAP, Grow Lamp Manufacturer Turns to MRPeasy appeared first on Blog for Manufacturers a

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Learn, Adapt, Perform: NEURA Robotics Leaps with NVIDIA Cosmos

Control.com

NEURA Robotics is enhancing its AI capabilities by leveraging NVIDIAs Cosmos platform. This platform combines synthetic and real-world data, enabling robots to learn and adapt faster.

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CES 2025 Highlights: Toyota, NVIDIA, and Siemens Startup Program

Control.com

NVIDIA delivers digital twin technology for robotic fleet optimization, Siemens launches its supportive startup program, and Toyota introduces its Woven City for the future of mobility.

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Having Lost $500,000 to SAP, Grow Lamp Manufacturer Turns to MRPeasy

MRPEasy

Tennessee-based Horticulture Lighting Group has harnessed the power of MRP software to streamline its operations and drive sustained growth. We managed to implement MRPeasy in under 3 months without many issues, a sharp contrast to big ERPs, says CFO Bruce Heinemann. Empowering indoor plant growers with advanced LED solutions Horticulture Lighting Group is a lighting […] The post Having Lost $500,000 to SAP, Grow Lamp Manufacturer Turns to MRPeasy appeared first on Blog for Manufacturers a

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Project to create alternative to PFAS foam firefighting

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: /stock.adobe.com As the world phases out use of PFAS-based foams in firefighting for the safer but less effective fluorine-free foams (F3), a new Charles Darwin University (CDU) project is aiming to increase the efficacy of this alternative foam. Right now, PFAS-based foams continue to outperform F3, which delays fire suppression with and prevents F3 from being deployed as a true drop-in replacement for PFAS-based foams.

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JLR invests £65m to expand UK paint facility

Manufacturing Management

JLR investment in sustainable paint technology boosts luxury vehicle personalisation and reduces environmental impact.

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Unmasking Energy Waste: Manufacturing’s Hidden Inefficiencies and Costly Impacts

Energy inefficiencies are silent thieves eroding manufacturing profits and sustainability efforts. From overworked pumps to leaky compressed air systems, these hidden drains often go unnoticed without advanced energy monitoring. Panoramic Power empowers manufacturers with granular, device level energy visibility, and real-time insights to identify and eliminate inefficiencies, transforming waste into savings.

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Kongsberg to export missile consoles

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Kongsberg Defence Australia Kongsberg Defence Australia has secured its first export order for Naval Strike Missile Coastal Defence System command and control consoles. This development is set to create jobs across the companys site in South Australia and its local supply chain. The Naval Strike Missile Coastal Defence System command and control console is derived from the National Advanced Surface to Air Missile System air defence console currently in service with the Australian Army, sh

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Confederation of British Metalforming develops action list for 2025

Manufacturing Management

The Confederation of British Metalforming (CBM) has developed an action list for 2025 to help support SMEs in the UK

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OPC Foundation releases “Secure by Demand” guide to strengthen OT cybersecurity

Automation Mag

OPC Foundation has completed the document Secure by demand: Priority considerations for operational technology owners and operators when selecting digital products. OPC Foundation explains that cyber threat actors commonly target specific operational technology (OT) products rather than specific organizations. To help industry exercise vigilance and best practices, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), a division of the United States Department of Homeland Security, in c

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How an Energy Procurement Strategy Can Shield UK Manufacturers

Manufacturing Management

Britains manufacturers could slash their electricity and gas bills if they developed a clear energy strategy to get the best deal going.

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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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The ERP strategy for metal fabricators

The Fabricator

Facing supply chain disruptions and labor shortages, fabricators can look to ERP software to help position their operations for future success.

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Lubrication Engineers Highlights Pyroshield® Syn Kiln Lubricant for Heavy-Duty Industrial Applications

Manufacturing Tomorrow

Innovative Synthetic Lubricant Tackles Extreme Conditions

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Critical infrastructure too reliant on ‘increasingly fragile’ copper network, BT warns

E&T

BT has said that the UKs ageing copper landline network is increasingly prone to faults and has urged the UKs Critical National Infrastructure providers to move to new technology.

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CIRCOR International to Showcase Zenith Precision Metering Pumps at MD&M West 2025

Manufacturing Tomorrow

Innovative Fluid Handling Solutions for Precision Metering and Efficiency in Medical Device Manufacturing

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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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Remotely operated firefighting robot to start tackling blazes in Kent

E&T

Kent Fire and Rescue Service is to trial a new firefighting robot in a bid to protect fighters, free up resources and resolve incidents more quickly.

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Digital Product Passport: Navigating the New Regulatory Landscape

Manufacturing Tomorrow

The Digital Product Passport (DPP) is transforming sustainability by ensuring product transparency across lifecycles. It drives compliance, builds trust, and empowers brands to lead in eco-friendly innovation.

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ERP vs MES: Key Insights to Choose the Right System for Your Business

Snic Solutions

ERP and MES systems both play crucial roles in manufacturing, but they serve different purposes. ERP systems manage overall business processes. MES systems focus on the shop floor, optimizing production operations and ensuring quality control.

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Tool Steel Offers Various Benefits for Metal Injection Molding

Mold Making Technology

Source | Sandvik Osprey Ltd Sandvik Osprey Ltd ’s HWTS 50 lean hot work tool steel powder was designed for enhanced printability for metal injection molding (MIM) as well as laser-based additive manufacturing (AM) and for hot isostatic pressing (HIP). The material’s tempering and thermal fatigue resistance as well as thermal conductivity are improved compared with conventional H-class hot work tool steels.

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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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WMTS 2025 to highlight additive manufacturing, automation and smart tech in Edmonton

Automation Mag

The Western Manufacturing Technology Show (WMTS) is returning to the Edmonton Expo Centre from April 9 to 11 this year with an interactive showcase of advanced technologies. Produced by SME, WMTS 2025 is reportedly designed to inspire and educate manufacturers on implementing emerging technologies and upskilling their workforce. This year, WMTS will be colocated with the Automation Expo & Conference an automation event produced by the International Society of Automation Edmonton Section.

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OES rotary stages offer high-resolution and substantial load capacities

Design World

The AY110-200-04 Rotary Stage (pictured) features a 200 mm diameter table, 3.6 arcseconds (1/1000 of a degree) resolution, and 100 Kg (220 lb) load capacity. This high load capacity, high precision Rotary Stage from OES (Optimal Engineering Systems) is just 83 mm (3.268 in) high, and the footprint is only 250 mm by 267 mm… The post OES rotary stages offer high-resolution and substantial load capacities appeared first on Design World.

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XPrize Solving Wildfire Spread Problem

Gary Mintchell

Perhaps youve heard of the XPrizea prize offered for teams solving audacious problems. While I was communicating with my editors in Italy for my monthly column (News from America) at Automazione Oggi (Automation Today), one asked about solutions to the problem of wildfire spread. Zoning law changes and some common sense clearing of brush would help.

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1X Technologies acquires Kind Humanoid to accelerate work toward household robots

Robotics Business Review

Christoph Kohstall with Mona, which includes innovative physical design and LLMs for safe human interaction. Source: Kind Humnaoid While the number of humanoid robotics developers is increasing, some companies are joining forces. 1X Technologies AS today said it is acquiring Kind Humanoid Inc., “uniting two robotics teams with aligned visions to advance humanoid technology.” Joining 1X feels like the perfect next chapter for Kind Humanoid, stated Christoph Kohstall, CEO of Kind Human

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

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Tesla takes EU to court over tariffs on EVs made in China

The Guardian Manufacturing

Elon Musks company still imports large number of cars into Europe from its Shanghai factory Tesla has filed a complaint against the European Commission after the imposition of tariffs by the bloc on its Chinese-made electric vehicles. The EU announced its decision to impose tariffs on all imports of Chinese electric cars in June, alleging that the Chinese government had provided unfair state subsidies to manufacturers in order to win a dominant position in the emerging industry.

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Asensus Surgical completes gallbladder removal on 16-year-old

Robotics Business Review

The Senhance system is designed to work with 5 and 3-mm instruments. | Source: Asensus Robotics Rev, a 16-year-old from Aurora, Colo., last year became to first patient to be operated on by a remotely controlled Senhance robot at the Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children. After the removal of his gallbladder with the Asensus Surgical system, Rev was discharged that afternoon.

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Februrary 26! Join us for the Automate Now: Robotics & AI virtual event!

Automation Mag

Register for FREE and join us on February 26 at 1 pm ET for the Automate Now: Robotics & AI virtual event! Automation adoption has never been as important for manufacturers as today, especially when dealing with unfavourable market conditions, supply chain challenges, labour shortage and economic highs and lows, among other things. The Automate Now: Robotics & AI virtual event will offer practical insights, strategies and valuable information on funding programs to make the transition to

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Innovators in Action: Leading the Low-Code Application Platforms (LCAPs) Revolution

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

Businesses are under immense pressure to digitalize operations while keeping pace with disruptive technologies and the shortage of skilled IT resources. As a result, the global LCAP landscape is evolving, catalysed by changing customer demands, and the need for improved work-flow automation across job functions. Moreover, with a projected CAGR of 31.5% through to 2027, the rising potential of LCAPs underscores their role in tomorrow’s tech-focused operating environments.

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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.