Automation World
APRIL 23, 2025
Agentic AI is set to revolutionize manufacturing with its ability to autonomously simplify complex tasks and reconcile data issues. Learn how Aveva is applying agentic AI with its Connect system.
Manufacturer's Monthly
APRIL 23, 2025
If applied properly, standards ensure that fabricated structures meet all design criteria, are fit for purpose, and remain structurally sound. Image: Andrey Burmakin/stock.adobe.com The importance of quality standards in manufacturing cannot be overstated. Adherence to stringent standards plays a critical role in ensuring public safety, maintaining product integrity, and fostering a competitive edge in the global marketplace.
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Robotics Business Review
APRIL 23, 2025
The 2025 Robotics Summit & Expo is next week in Boston. If you’re attending the conference and your passion is mobile systems, then don’t miss the session “ Nuts & Bolts of Robotic Navigation.” The session will be on Wednesday, April 30, at 1:45 p.m. ET and features a panel that will will discuss the latest in perception and navigation issues around mobile systems, including automated guided vehicles ( AGVs ), autonomous mobile robots ( AMRs ), and autonomous vehi
Manufacturer's Monthly
APRIL 23, 2025
Vertiia transitions from vertical take-off like a helicopter to efficient wing-borne flight like an airplane. Photo by Peter Morris/sydneyheads.com Founded in 2017, AMSL Aero specialises in the design and manufacture of the Vertiia, a long-range Vertical Take-off and Landing (VTOL) aircraft. Jack Lloyd writes. We founded the company to change the way we transport around Australia, said co-founder of AMSL Aero and original inventor of the aircraft, Andrew Moore.
Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives
Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri
Robotics Business Review
APRIL 23, 2025
With GenSim-2, developers can modify weather and lighting conditions such as rain, fog, snow, glare, and time of day or night in video data. | Source: Helm.ai Helm.ai last week introduced the Helm.ai Driver, a real-time deep neural network, or DNN, transformer-based path-prediction system for highway and urban Level 4 autonomous driving. The company demonstrated the models capabilities in a closed-loop environment using its proprietary GenSim-2 generative AI foundation model to re-render realist
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Robotics Automation News
APRIL 23, 2025
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are increasingly central to automotive innovation, offering features that make driving safer, more comfortable, and more intelligent. While not fully autonomous, ADAS technologies are seen as stepping stones toward higher levels of driving automation. These systems use sensors, software, and computing platforms to assist with a variety of driving tasks.
Fabricating & Metal Work
APRIL 23, 2025
Pushing button 1, 2 or 3 recalls a preset and optimized weld program. The RFID card enables two permission levels. The operator level ensures that the operator using the machine is qualified to run the weld procedures programmed; the supervisor level enables adding limits and locks to ensure adherence to a WPS. In an era of scarce welding talent, fabricators have no choice but to work smarter, as throwing more labor at a production challenge isnt always a practical option.
Design World
APRIL 23, 2025
PICMG announces the release of CompactPCI Serial Revision 3 (CPCI-S.0 R3.0). With the third revision of the standard, the organization is ensuring future viability and scalability for many years to come. CompactPCI Serial was originally developed as an extension of the open CompactPCI standard to meet the demand for robust, modular, and powerful computer systems […] The post New compactPCI specification supports PCIe gen4 with 16 GT/s data rates appeared first on Design World.
Fabricating & Metal Work
APRIL 23, 2025
Airgas, an Air Liquide company, announced that 72 schools from 33 states and 16 Airgas regions will participate in the High School Welding Education Initiative for the 2025 academic year. Building on its mission since 2018 to support underserved high school welding programs and bridge the skilled trades gap, the initiative is set to reach even more students and communities across the United States.
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Your Industrial IoT software is never ready to scale unless your platform can handle multiple assets at enterprise-level, deploy on any cloud, and provide a modern tech stack for rapid application development with complete IP Ownership, all while reducing cloud operations costs by 90% per connected device. In the technical paper developed with the product team behind Flex83, find how you can build & own your custom IoT platform on the Flex83 Middleware that: Is Scale-ready for 65M+ Connected Ass
i4.0 today
APRIL 23, 2025
As regulatory frameworks such as the EUs Advanced Driver Distraction Warning (ADDW) near enforcement, automotive OEMs are increasingly integrating in-cabin sensing technologies with software-defined vehicle architectures. This shift, evident at CES 2025, marks a pivotal moment in the automotive industry as OEMs leverage existing hardwaresuch as infrared and RGB camerasto develop new revenue streams and enhance user experiences.
Fabricating & Metal Work
APRIL 23, 2025
For those manufacturers seeking to significantly boost output, Mazak will demonstrate machine tool technology that delivers speed, precision and productivity at its DISCOVER MORE WITH MAZAK Northeast event May 13-14, 2025. Visitors to the event, taking place at Mazaks Northeast Technology Center in Windsor Locks, Connecticut, will also discover how to overcome todays high production demands with automation solutions and guidance from onsite Mazak applications engineers.
i4.0 today
APRIL 23, 2025
Made Smarter, the Government-backed digital adoption programme, has launched a new 1M funding round to support technology projects among SME manufacturers in the North West. The initiative, which has been driving digital transformation in the regions manufacturing sector since 2018, is offering match-funded grants of up to 20,000 to help SMEs adopt advanced technologies including robotics, automation, the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and additive manufacturing.
Fabricating & Metal Work
APRIL 23, 2025
Marking systems used in metalworking, such as laser marking, allow your operation to mark parts with speed, cleanliness, and robustness. These permanent markings provide secure product identification for tracking and traceability across industries, ensuring operator safety and minimizing environmental contamination. Innovative Laser Marking Capabilities AMADA WELD TECHs (Puchheim, Germany) Laser Marking solutions offer fast and clean permanent marking of metal surfaces during manufacturing, util
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Manufacturing today requires both agility and precision. Traditional ERP systems provide enterprise-wide management but lack real-time execution power needed on the shop floor. ION Factory OS by First Resonance bridges this gap, combining the strengths of ERP and MES for seamless integration. While ERP handles long-term strategic oversight, ION Factory OS delivers real-time production control, ensuring speed, flexibility, and precision.
Manufacturing Tomorrow
APRIL 23, 2025
The global 3D printing plastics market is projected to reach USD 1.20 billion by 2024, with a strong compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 24.2% forecasted from 2025 to 2030. This growth is driven by rising demand for customized and precision-engineered products across industries, spurring innovation in advanced plastic materials tailored for additive manufacturing applications.
Fabricating & Metal Work
APRIL 23, 2025
Breakthroughs in abrasive precision grains, bonding technologies, as well as advances in product design and a priority on ergonomics and safety, usher in a new era of preparation and finishing. Versatile Brushes and Abrasives for All Industries Innovative Products of America (IPA) (Woodstock, NY) has launched a new abrasives division, BrushAll. This division provides cutting-edge, first-time products while enhancing standard abrasives with new features designed to increase performance and save
Robotics Automation News
APRIL 23, 2025
General Motors and its joint ventures delivered over 442,000 vehicles in China during the first quarter of 2025, marking a year-over-year sales increase and the third consecutive quarter of market share growth. Sales of new energy vehicles (NEVs) encompassing battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) rose by 53.
Fabricating & Metal Work
APRIL 23, 2025
The advanced bending of the new tube bender from BLM Group adds strategic machine cycles that optimize the system operation and movements for bending that makes the entire machine cycle faster. BLM GROUP USA recently announced the North American availability of a new all-electric right-hand tube bender that was designed to be versatile, efficient and configurable the ELECT63-E.
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Effective shop floor production planning and execution can be challenging. Despite technological advancements and methodologies, many manufacturing production managers still encounter issues that result in late orders, cash flow difficulties, and dissatisfied customers. These challenges can disrupt operations, reduce efficiency, and impact overall profitability.
Robotics Automation News
APRIL 23, 2025
Nissan says it will launch its next generation autonomous driving technology ProPILOT from fiscal year 2027. The system, featuring Nissan Ground Truth Perception technology with next-generation Lidar and Wayve AI Driver software, will set a new standard for autonomous driving with advanced collision avoidance capability.
Fabricating & Metal Work
APRIL 23, 2025
BEHRINGER Saws, Inc., a global leading manufacturer of high-performance band sawing machines, circular cold saws, and structural fabricating equipment, highlights its groundbreaking HBE663A Dynamic horizontal band saw. This automatic band saw is designed to deliver maximum performance for sawing bundled materials with a unique clamping device design.
i4.0 today
APRIL 23, 2025
Variscite, a leading worldwide System on Module (SoM) designer, developer, and manufacturer, today announced the availability of the QNX Operating System (OS) 8.0 across its i.MX 8M Plus modules. This addition provides customers with a secure OS for highly reliable embedded systems that require long-term function, precise timing, and uncompromised performance.
Fabricating & Metal Work
APRIL 23, 2025
High-performance cleaners, lubricants, coolants and fluids protect your workpieces and extend the life of metalworking machinery. These products simplify machine processes and maintenance with environmentally responsible formulas that dont sacrifice quality or efficiency. Environmentally Friendly, Water-resistant Chuck Grease Dillon Manufacturing, Inc.s (Springfield, OH) HPG500 premium boundary lubricant for chucks and jaws is now available in convenient kit form.
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
Donlouco
APRIL 23, 2025
We recently had the opportunity to connect with many industry professionals at Bauma , and it was great to see so much innovation and momentum in the hydraulic sector. Heres a quick look at why more and more European hydraulic cylinder manufacturers are turning to us for reliable, cost-effective component supply. Supporting Irelands Hydraulic Sector from the Inside Out DLC Small Hydraulic Part.
Robotics Automation News
APRIL 23, 2025
Volkswagen Group has unveiled its first self-developed, AI-powered Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) tailored specifically for the Chinese market. This initiative is a significant component of the companys In China, for China strategy, aiming to enhance its technological footprint within China.
Granta Automation
APRIL 23, 2025
In todays rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape, the pressure to increase efficiency, reduce downtime, and remain adaptable to shifting production demands has never been greater. Traditional automation systems, while effective, often lack the flexibility to keep up. Thats where Granta Automations … Continue reading → The post Grantas Portable Cobot Palletising System: High-Performance Automation That Moves With You first appeared on Granta Automation.
DO Supply
APRIL 23, 2025
Precise control over motion is an inexcusable requirement for countless modern industries. The use of servo drives for industrial automation meets this requirement. Allen Bradley, a global leader in automation solutions, offers a number of servo drives for various industries. These include everything from single-axis solutions to multi-axis scalability.
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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.
Mold Making Technology
APRIL 23, 2025
The next generation of moldmaking professionals is already making waves in our industry! At MoldMaking Technology, we've witnessed firsthand the exceptional talent emerging in shops across the country—and we're committed to recognizing these bright minds through our revitalized 30 Under 30 Honors Program. This ongoing initiative spotlights the future leaders of moldmaking—individuals under 30 who are already creating significant impact through their work, innovation and commu
The Fabricator
APRIL 23, 2025
For the latest Playing with Fire, Josh and Darla Welton interviewed Rebecca Giuntoli, a welder, engineering student, pageant queen, and advocate for the Deaf community.
Manufacturing Management
APRIL 23, 2025
Made Smarter, the Government-backed digital adoption programme, has launched a new 1M funding round to support technology projects among SME manufacturers in the Northwest.
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