Robotics Business Review

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Europe is a major center of robotics development and use, according to Humanoid. Source: Adobe Stock While headlines often spotlight U.S. and Asian companies in the humanoid robotics race, a silent revolution is brewing in the tech hubs of Europe, where cutting-edge startups are making remarkable strides in developing human-like robots. From Norway to Switzerland, innovative European firms are pushing the boundaries of robotics technology, creating machines that can sense, feel, and interact wit

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Gary Mintchell

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Augmented (Artificial) Intelligence (AI) must have a hidden marketing hype person somewhere in the metaverse. We must remind ourselves that the AI revolution-to-be has not yet really arrived. Companies have begun releasing AI augmented products. These will become part of the learning curve we must all endure. Then we’ll figure out that these are just another tool in the kit.

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Automation World

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Clearing up some of the confusion about different artificial intelligence technologies—specifically generative AI and AI for data analytics—and how they’re being applied in the manufacturing industries as well as to the development of industrial automation technologies.

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The Fabricator

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The 2024 Travelers Injury Impact Report points to the hazards that make up the biggest share of workers’ compensation claims.

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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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Automation World

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Columbia/Okura makes its miniPal palletizing cobot available for rent in the U.S.

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Robotics Automation News

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The agriculture sector is riding the waves of a technological revolution, with artificial intelligence (AI) as a beacon of innovation and efficiency. AI is transforming how we grow, harvest, and manage crops, using data-driven insights to enhance productivity and sustainability.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Sandvik Coromant introduces the QS Micro — a new quick-change holding system developed specifically for sliding head machines. Sandvik Coromant , an industry-leading manufacturer of metal-cutting tools and solutions, has introduced the QS Micro — a new quick-change holding system developed specifically for sliding head machines. It promises exceptional precision, security and repeatability, and maximized machine utilization.

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Automation World

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Easy access to current data across the company is the goal of digital transformation, that’s why information should be centralized rather than viewed via multiple apps. Major manufacturers offer three key steps to doing this effectively.

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MRPEasy

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Managing inventory well is essential for maintaining accuracy and efficiency in your operations. In this guide, we explain periodic and perpetual inventory systems and help you decide which system best suits your business needs. What is a periodic inventory system? A periodic inventory system is an inventory valuation practice in which a company’s stock is […] The post Periodic Inventory System vs.

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The Fabricator

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The 2024 Travelers Injury Impact Report points to the hazards that make up the biggest share of workers’ compensation claims.

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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?

Mold Making Technology

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Source | Walter USA LLC Walter USA LLC highlights its M2029 octagon face mill which boosts productivity when finishing cast iron and steel parts. The M2029 octagon finishing face milling cutter features a special arrangement of the indexable inserts to provide a low axial pressure. The cutter with fixed insert seats and a 45° lead angle accepts standard double-sided inserts with 16 cutting edges (ONHU050408-F67).

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Automation Mag

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The OPC Foundation has added OPC UA FX (Field eXchange) capabilities to its certification program. This reportedly marks a significant milestone in supporting manufacturers, system integrators, and end-users in deploying fully interoperable and standardized automation systems for Controller-to-Controller (C2C) communication that enhance connectivity, streamline processes, and reduce the cost of integration.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

After the PRAB Diagonal Shaft Chip Wringer spins off the chips’ fluid, the chips are discharged into a bin. The wringer reclaims up to 98% of the coolant. When Youngers & Sons, a family-run machining company in Viola, Kansas, began operations in 1973, they didn’t expect their small, original outbuilding to expand to three facilities and more than 100,000 square feet in the Wichita area.

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Cisco is excited that Robust Intelligence, a recently acquired AI security startup, is mentioned in the 2024 Gartner Cool Vendors for AI Security report.

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Automation Mag

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Vancouver-based Sanctuary AI, a company specializing in humanoid robots, has announced a significant transition within its leadership team. Geordie Rose is leaving his position as CEO of the company. The company shared in a press statement that its board and the executive team are fully committed to managing a transition and to positioning the company so it can continue the work it has set out to do.

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E&T

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Battery power could cut intercity train fuel costs by 35-50%, according to the UK’s first trial of the technology.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The race to innovate is heating up as companies rethink operations and work to blend precision engineering with advanced digital technologies. With computer-aided design software taking a giant leap forward, manufacturers are pushing the limits on sustainability, cost-efficiency, and next-gen design. This is where digital prowess meets eco-consciousness, promising new-age industrial automation technology that’s as cost-savvy as it is earth-friendly — redefining automation in manufacturing.

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Industry Week

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Most of Rivian’s trouble can be tied back to one main issue: A component shortage.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The machine industry is evolving into a symphony of innovations, fueled by Industry 4.0 advancements. Leaving behind its days of clunky, rigid operations, today, the industry is defined by AI-powered machines, robots running assembly lines with surgical precision, and smart factories. Machine industry titans and emerging innovators are racing to build advanced manufacturing technologies that are more efficient, responsive, and collaborative than ever.

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Control.com

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Machine-to-machine (M2M) communication is a critical component of the modern connected facility. OPC UA stands out as an open protocol for making the link between shop floor and cloud systems.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

FPM Heat Treating is thrilled to announce the acquisition of a cutting-edge vacuum furnace from Solar Manufacturing, representing a significant investment in FPM’s growing capabilities to serve the manufacturing community, especially in the automotive and aerospace sectors. This advanced furnace is fully compliant with NFPA, NADCAP, AMS, CQI-9, and other critical industry standards.

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Plastics Today

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

An ECG patch on display at Medica this week and a soft biocompatible material with ferroelectric and piezoelectric properties under development illustrate the breadth of medical wearables technology.

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Robotics Business Review

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Organization: Neya Systems Country: U.S. Website: neyarobotics.com Year Founded: 2009 Number of Employees: 51-100 Innovation Class: Technology, Product & Services In November 2023, Neya Systems started developing a cybersecurity standard for autonomous ground vehicles (AGVs). The effort focuses on enhancing the protection, mitigation, recovery, and adaptability of AGVs.

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E&T

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

A project studying whether plants can survive on the lunar surface has booked a ride on Intuitive Machines’ third mission, scheduled for take-off next year.

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Manufacturing Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Tom Bacon, a Cambridge engineer, has been recognised with a blue plaque for his role in helping put mankind on the Moon, BBC News reported.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The new FastBEND Robotic Bending Cell is designed for small- to medium-parts and medium- to high-volume production. This seamless, automated bending solution can increase production capacity, reduce labor costs, improve safety and maximize workflow efficiency. MC Machinery Systems has entered into an exclusive partnership with Acieta to offer the FastBEND Robotic Bending Cell unveiled at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, Fla.

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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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Manufacturing Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Germany-based chemical sciences company Biesterfeld have received distribution rights for the acetal homopolymer and industrial polymer company, Delrin in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Egypt.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Star Cutter Company has announced the complete integration of the TRU TECH product line into the Star Cutter grinding technology portfolio, extending the company’s offering of 5-axis, broach, cylindrical and centerless grinders. The Star Cutter brand look and name has been applied the TRU TECH TX93XM , TX93XM-A and TT8500 centerless grinders , as well as the T23XM and TT820 cylindrical grinders.

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Manufacturing Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Angel Trains, Hitachi Rail and TransPennine Express have described the UK's first Intercity battery trial that took place in the North of England has exceed expectations.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

At FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, Fla., the event was home to a FABTECH first, showcasing Universal Robots’ (UR) dual-axis cobot welding with coordinated motion through the cobot’s own controller. The new capabilities are possible through UR’s new MotionPlus package that enables UR’s welding partners to add dual-axis coordinated motion capabilities to their own solutions.

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