Fri.Oct 04, 2024

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HMS Networks acquires PEAK-System Technik

Design World

HMS Networks AB, a global provider of industrial information and communication technology, has today entered into a binding agreement with DOGAWIST-Investment GmbH to acquire 100% of the shares in PEAK-System Technik GmbH, a well-established German provider of industrial communication solutions and experts within automotive communication technologies such as CAN and LIN.

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“Productize” Large Language Model LLM Applications

Gary Mintchell

Mainstream media, bloggers, and YouTubers join marketers with opinions and expectations surrounding Augmented (Artificial) Intelligence (AI) especially with the breakout of energy-guzzling Large Language Models (LLMs). Despite the hype, I have seen a few actual applications of embedding an LLM into software applications. So, the product development engineers among us (I used to be one) must ask themselves—can we turn this into a product?

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Mitsubishi Electric improves OEM’s production by 300% with servo motors and amplifiers

Design World

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. prides itself on its servo motors and amplifiers portfolio, known for its high-performance capabilities, flexibility, and versatility for various applications. When an OEM of vial capping equipment, Genesis Packaging Technologies, reached out to distributor, Moxley Electronics, for a solution to upgrade their existing line of equipment, Moxley recommended Mitsubishi Electric for… The post Mitsubishi Electric improves OEM’s production by 300% with

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Unprecedented EV discounting shores up September new car market

SMMT

New car market up 1.0% to 275,239 units in key ‘74’ plate change month of September as heavy EV discounting shores up demand. Record 56,387 BEV registrations in September, driven by massive manufacturer discounting, pushes YTD market share to 17.8%, with 18.5% forecast by year end – still below the zero emission vehicle mandate. SMMT and major vehicle manufacturers write to Chancellor calling for urgent consumer support as growth in private buyer demand for diesel outstrips EVs in September.

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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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Universal Robots Increases UR20 and UR30 Payload Capacity

Automation World

The cobots will gain an additional 5kg of payload via a software update.

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Demand for new vans rises in September but EV uptake falls again

SMMT

New light commercial vehicle (LCV) registrations up 8.3% in best September for four years. Battery electric van (BEV) uptake falls -0.5%, down for the sixth time in 2024 with market unlikely to reach the UK’s ambitious and mandated 2024 zero emission vehicle targets. Sector calls for long-term provision of Plug-in Van Grant and mandated van-suitable chargepoint rollout – critical to operator confidence in zero emission fleet operations.

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Emergency distress signal system to ensure astronaut safety on the Moon

E&T

Scientists are designing a communication system for the Moon that will allow future astronauts to send emergency distress signals and geolocate their positions.

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BAE Systems launches UK’s sixth Astute Class submarine

Manufacturing Management

Named after the ancient Greek king, Agamemnon is the sixth of seven Astute Class submarines, all of which have been designed and built at the Company's historic Barrow shipyard – home of UK submarine building.

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UK EV market not growing fast enough to meet government-mandated targets

E&T

Automotive trade association the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) and major car makers are calling on the government to introduce electric vehicle (EV) subsidies to stimulate demand.

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Siemens Mobility officially opens East Yorkshire rail manufacturing facility

Manufacturing Management

Siemens Mobility's new rail manufacturing plant in East Yorkshire has officially opened, with a further £40m investment in the site also announced, Insider Media reported.

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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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Industry minister echoes Shopify calls to boost ambition in Canada

Canadian Manufacturing

Canada’s industry minister has thrown his support behind a call from one of Shopify Inc.’s leaders for the country to get more ambitious. “I could not agree more because, for 10 years, I’ve always finished my speeches by saying, ‘Let’s seize the moment. Let’s be ambitious,'” François-Philippe Champagne said Thursday.

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BAE Systems launches latest Royal Navy attack submarine from its shipbuilding base in Cumbria

E&T

Agamemnon, named after the ancient Greek king, is the sixth of seven Astute Class submarines to emerge from BAE’s shipyard at Barrow-in-Furness in Cumbria.

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Plastics Industry Was Prepared for Port Shutdowns in Short-lived Strike

Plastics Today

US plastics industry has capacity to address potential supply gaps caused by the ports strike, just as it did during the COVID-19 pandemic, said PLASTICS Chief Economist Pineda.

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UK to invest £22bn in broad roll-out of carbon capture and storage

E&T

The government will invest nearly £22bn in carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects as it looks to curtail the UK’s carbon emissions.

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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.

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Combined PLC+HMI from IDEC is compact, feature packed

Motion Control Tips

IDEC Corporation has updated its SmartAXIS touch family with the new FT1J Series combined PLC+HMI. This device combines a built-in full function controller, both onboard and expandable I/O, and an advanced technology 4.3-in. touchscreen display, in a compact all-in-one form factor that is rightsized for visualizing and automating a wide range of applications.

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Hyundai and Waymo enter into multi-year, strategic partnership

Canadian Manufacturing

Hyundai and Waymo Enter Multi-Year, Strategic Partnership SEOUL and MOUNTAIN VIEW — Hyundai Motor Company and Waymo announced they have entered into a multi-year, strategic partnership. In the first phase of this partnership, the companies will integrate Waymo’s autonomous technology – the Waymo Driver – into Hyundai’s all-electric IONIQ 5 SUV, which will be added to the Waymo One fleet over time.

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LEGO-Inspired Designs: Shape-Shifting Robots and Interlocking Building Blocks

Control.com

Researchers at the Max Planck Institute and Massachusetts Institute of Technology have developed LEGO-inspired innovations focused on reconfigurability for environmental adaptability and sustainability.

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Dorner Previewing its new C3 Belted Curve Conveyor for Sanitary Applications in booth N-5623 at PACK EXPO 2024

Manufacturing Tomorrow

In addition to the new C3, Dorner is demonstrating its full portfolio of conveyor automation solutions that help customers achieve speed and efficiency in their packaging applications.

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How To Align Product Management And Supply Chain Operations For Successful Product Launches

Speaker: Shalini Dinesh

Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.

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Modern Niagara marks opening of Kingston’s new sustainable innovation hub

Canadian Manufacturing

Kingston, Ontario – The 945 Princess Street facility. (CNW Group/Modern Niagara Group Inc.) KINGSTON — Modern Niagara announces the grand opening of 945 Princess Street in Kingston, Ontario. This achievement was celebrated with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony held yesterday at the commercial energy-efficient retrofit facility, attended by elected officials, industry partners, key stakeholders, and members of the community. “Investing in Kingston and the transformati

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Watch: Industry Experts Reveal How to Automate Chemical & Material Processes for Maximum Growth

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

The future of the chemical and material industries hinges on collaboration, as industrial growth accelerates, and new competitors disrupt various sectors in the post-COVID industrial boom. Polymer manufacturers , equipment providers , and end-users are collaborating more than ever, with automation being the key driver of this shift. This is bringing a transformation across the value chain, emphasizing data-driven insights and monetization.

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Premier Equipment Launches Manufacturing Scholarship for U.S. Veterans

Manufacturing Tomorrow

Premier Equipment announces a $1,000 Veteran Scholarship for U.S. veterans and active military members pursuing careers in manufacturing or engineering. Applications are open until Feb 14, 2025. Scholarship can be used for tuition, textbooks, or educational expenses. Apply now!

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The PowerFlex 4M Effect: Revolutionizing Routines, One Rotation at a Time

DO Supply

When it comes to motor speed control, the PowerFlex 4M AC Drives stand out as the most compact and cost-effective members of the PowerFlex family. Designed with feed-through wiring and intuitive programming, these drives offer unparalleled flexibility, making them suitable for a wide range of applications. The PowerFlex 4M AC Drives are available in three… The post The PowerFlex 4M Effect: Revolutionizing Routines, One Rotation at a Time first appeared on Do Supply Tech Support.

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11 KPIs for Measuring Innovation Success

Measuring innovation success is critical yet challenging for organizations, often leading to confusion over which KPIs to use. Many rely on inappropriate metrics borrowed from other departments, wasting resources and overlooking valuable opportunities. This guide outlines why innovation metrics are hard to track and offers a framework for creating effective KPIs.

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Top 10 Strategic Imperatives Shaping the Pharmaceutical Commercialization Solutions and Services Industry

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

In the evolving pharmaceutical landscape, a patient-centric care approach is now a key driver of success. Pharma companies are embracing innovative strategies in commercial market access, aiming to navigate regulatory bodies, healthcare providers (HCPs), and end users more efficiently. This blog delves into the top 10 strategic imperatives transforming pharmaceutical commercialization solutions and services, from the rise of personalized medicine to artificial intelligence (AI)-driven supply cha

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SMC Releases Cylinders and Suction Cups for Delicate Automation

Control.com

SMC, a leading company in pneumatics, has recently introduced two new products to its portfolio: a new guide cylinder for improved linear motion and suction cups for handling delicate items.

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A fair commitment to green growth is needed – and fast

SMMT

The UK’s zero emission vehicle (ZEV) transition came under fresh scrutiny today with the publication of the all-important plate-change month performance data. In good news, both the new car and van markets were up in September, but the scorecard shows there is still a job to be done. New electric car registrations saw a welcome boost in the month but still represent just 17.8% of the overall market in 2024.

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Monolith and NIO Europe start first ever collaboration on AI-driven anomaly detection for EV batteries

i4.0 today

Monolith, artificial intelligence (AI) software provider to the world’s most innovative engineering teams, has been chosen by NIO, a pioneer and leading company in the premium smart electric vehicle market, to collaborate on AI-driven anomaly detection in the company’s electric vehicle batteries. NIO’s battery swap technology presents a unique opportunity to discover new insights into real-world, daily usage of batteries.

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How To Set Up Innovation So That It Aligns With And Enables Corporate Strategy

Speaker: Paul Heller

Most innovation work proceeds independently from company strategy. As a result, the products that arrive in the market are not well aligned with the company’s goals. This challenge is particularly significant in organizations with transformation-oriented strategies, where innovation must directly support growth, scalability, and strategic pivots. In this session, we will discuss why innovation in large companies is so often not aligned with the company’s strategy and what innovation leaders, pro

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Plastics Industry Association Releases 2024 Global Trends Report

Mold Making Technology

Source | Getty Images Each year, the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) releases the Global Trends Report. Written from the perspective of the U.S. plastics industry, the report provides a detailed assessment of plastics trade during the previous year and the first six months of the current year. Last year’s report highlighted a $1.0 billion U.S. trade surplus in plastics for the first six months.

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Space42 Debuts on Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange Following Merger of Bayanat and Yahsat

i4.0 today

Space42 (ADX: SPACE42) made its trading debut on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) today following the successful merger completion of Bayanat, a leading AI-powered geospatial solutions provider, and Al Yah Satellite Communications Company P.J.S.C. (Yahsat), the UAE’s flagship satellite solutions provider. Space42 is the UAE’s new AI-powered SpaceTech company with a global reach.

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Resin Price Report: Price Relief on the Way

Plastics Today

Polypropylene buyers will finally get some relief after three straight monthly price increases, as lower feedstock costs pass through to resin contracts.

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FANUC’S Oliver Selby Announced as New Bara Chair

i4.0 today

BARA (the British Automation and Robotics Association) has named FANUC UK’s Head of Sales, Oliver Selby, as its new Chair, effective 1 October 2024. Taking over from current Chair George Thompson, Oliver will be supported in his new role by Vice-Chair Rosie Davies from Reeco Automation Ltd. Part of Automate UK, BARA’s remit is to promote and support the development and adoption of industrial robots and automation in the UK, providing a voice to government, industry and academia.

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The 25 Types of Innovation Dominating R&D Today

Innovation varies widely across sectors and organizations, creating value in diverse forms. Understanding different types is crucial for R&D teams to foster creativity and uncover missed opportunities. This guide explores 25 key types of innovation in management frameworks.