Design World

JANUARY 18, 2024

Siemens Digital Industries Software and Voltaiq combine their strengths to offer unparalleled capabilities for battery manufacturing-focused companies. This collaboration aims to bring together the production-proven capabilities of both Siemens’ Insights Hub and Voltaiq’s Enterprise Battery Intelligence (EBI), customers can gain access to unparalleled capability specific to battery-domain companies to help rapidly scale operations smoothly, from… The post Siemens Digital Industries and Vol

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Gary Mintchell

JANUARY 18, 2024

I seldom report when an automation supplier gets a project “win.” In this case, I’m interested in the battery ecosystem as the owner of a new electric vehicle. Battery recycling is one of the few recycling programs that actually work. I pick up about 40 lbs. of used batteries a week from our community to take to the county recycling center. The large batteries in our EVs will need to be recycled with the crucial elements reclaimed in the near future.

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Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 18, 2024

Amiga is designed to be adaptable to different crops and terrains. Source: farm-ng Since the first industrial revolution two centuries ago, workers have moved into cities, even as population growth has challenged farmers to be increasingly productive. Today, farm-ng said it has completed its Series A funding round, raising more than $10 million to further develop the Amiga robot for agriculture. “Growers face significant labor challenges,” noted the startup in a release.

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Design World

JANUARY 18, 2024

igus, a global manufacturer of motion plastics, has developed intelligent two- and four-hole fixed flange bearings with wireless sensing capabilities for wear detection, enabling condition monitoring and preventing costly machine breakdowns. Constructed from self-lubricating, high-performance plastic, the bearings feature an integrated abrasion sensor, thin circuit board, and cableless battery supply.

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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

JANUARY 18, 2024

The system's cabinet-free technology offers adaptable machine design with a smaller footprint and improved cable management.

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Design World

JANUARY 18, 2024

A powerful series of compact, low-cost electromagnets has been released by Magnetic Sensor Systems (MSS). Their E-22-150 Series of Tubular Electromagnets 1.5 in. in diameter x 2.15 in. feature 19 different windings to select from based on the duty cycle and holding force requirements of the application. E-22-150 Electromagnets are immediately available off-the-shelf in sample […] The post Powerful compact, low-cost electromagnets appeared first on Design World.

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Design World

JANUARY 18, 2024

Simulation in the engineering space empowers designers to create, test, and revise ideas with a speed and complexity not possible with traditional means alone. Just as simulation has enabled faster and more calculated development of products across industries, its own evolution is rapid and crucial to understand. The current state of simulation in the engineering […] The post The present and future state of 3D simulation in engineering appeared first on Design World.

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Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 18, 2024

Boston Dynamics’ Spot robot (center) and Agility Robotics’ Digit humanoid at the 2023 Robotics Summit & Expo. Registration is now open for the Robotics Summit & Expo , the world’s leading technical event for commercial robotics developers. The event takes place May 1-2 in Boston, Mass. at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center.

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Design World

JANUARY 18, 2024

Product development has a problem. To drive greater efficiencies and higher quality for downstream consumers, organizations have asked product development to adopt model-based definition. This is helping to tie the digital thread from engineering to manufacturing and beyond. But what about within engineering? Faced with mounting global competition, increasing product complexity, and a mandate to […] The post Model-based product development takes center stage appeared first on Design World.

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Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 18, 2024

Tailwind provides visual navigation to drones in GPS-denied environments. Source: KEF Robotics While autopilots have helped fly aircraft for nearly a century, recent improvements in computer vision and autonomy promise to bring more software-based capabilities onboard. KEF Robotics Inc. has been developing technologies to increase aircraft safety, reliability, and range.

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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?

Design World

JANUARY 18, 2024

AutomationDirect adds CCEA TRACKALPHA-PRO series LED light bars to expand its offering of industrial LED fixtures. Their rugged industrial-grade anodized aluminum construction makes TRACKALPHA-PRO ideal for use with medium to large-sized industrial machine tools and for use in wet environments. These 120 VAC-rated high-powered LED lights provide intense, uniform lighting, with up to a 4,600-lumen… The post CCEA TRACKALPHA-PRO Series LED light bars from AutomationDirect appeared first on De

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Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 18, 2024

Relay2 navigating the hospital obstacle course. | Source: Relay Robotics Healthcare is facing a severe labor shortage, so the demand for innovative solutions is on the rise. Robotics is an obvious place to look for help, but hospitals are intricate ecosystems that present a myriad of challenges to mobile robots. From automated and manual doors to beds, wheelchairs, various carts, and IV poles, the hospital setting demands a level of adaptability and maneuverability that goes beyond the capabilit

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Robotics Automation News

JANUARY 18, 2024

Transforming your vehicle into a personalized masterpiece involves more than just choosing the right color. Customizing your ride with Paint Protection Film (PPF) opens up a world of possibilities, allowing you to safeguard your vehicle while expressing your unique style.

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Drives & Controls

JANUARY 18, 2024

The German encoder specialist Heidenhain has developed a rotary encoder with a built-in accelerometer that allows position measurements and vibration analysis to be performed by a single component, thus simplifying condition monitoring and maintenance planning in high-wear automated systems.

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Robotics Automation News

JANUARY 18, 2024

Imagine you’re sitting in a hospital room, witnessing a ballet of beeping machines and bustling staff. It’s all part of a rhythm – a dance of data and diligence – that technology and automation have fine-tuned for your care.

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Drives & Controls

JANUARY 18, 2024

German researchers are developing a large mobile robot that, they believe, could bring much more flexibility to industrial applications than conventional fixed-base robot systems. The mobile platform, built by the German firm Broetje-Automation, carries a six-axis Comau robot arm with a 150kg load capacity.

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The Fabricator

JANUARY 18, 2024

SME recently met with presidents from each of the educational institutions participating in the Manufacturing Imperative – Workforce Pipeline Challenge (MI-WPC) to discuss the strengths and challenges in filling the industry’s workforce shortage and skills gap crisis.

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Control.com

JANUARY 18, 2024

SMC has released a new series of vacuum filters to keep vacuum equipment running optimally. The company has also added IO-Link to its existing compact EXW1 wireless system.

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Modern Machine Shop

JANUARY 18, 2024

Automation often focuses on the movement of parts to keep machines cutting, but more and more systems are enabling manufacturers to automate tasks once thought too cerebral for a computer to handle. For GF Machining , this is taking the form of dynamic programming, which enables the company’s EDM controls to save and automatically generate toolpaths.

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Control.com

JANUARY 18, 2024

Mapvision has developed an image-based software solution for weld seam inspection to save companies time and money. The solution utilizes cameras existing in Mapvision's dimensional inspection solution.

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E&T

JANUARY 18, 2024

London is “underprepared” for the impact of climate change, which could include severe flooding, extreme heat and wildfires, a report has found.

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Seeburger

JANUARY 18, 2024

Update: New EU measures to combat late payments: insights and effects On 12 September 2023, the European Commission presented a proposal to help significantly improve payment discipline in business transactions within the European Union¹.

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The Fabricator

JANUARY 18, 2024

Rather than fear the worst from the cobot revolution, tube and pipe fabrication shops should consider the benefits to current employees and their final products.

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Control.com

JANUARY 18, 2024

Festo announces the introduction of a new line of long-stroke parallel DHPL grippers, offering high torque and load in a compact, lightweight, and affordable product line.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JANUARY 18, 2024

The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Climate Change, Energy, Environment and Water has commenced an inquiry into the transition to electric vehicles (EVs). Chair of the Committee, Tony Zappia said “Australian motorists are increasingly choosing EVs when purchasing a new car. The percentage of EVs sold is growing every year, moving to 7.2 per cent of all new cars sold in 2023 up from less than 3 per cent in 2022.

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

JANUARY 18, 2024

We are thrilled to announce that Cisco Secure Equipment Access was named “IoT Security Innovation of the Year” in the 2024 IoT Breakthrough Awards.

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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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Plastics Today

JANUARY 18, 2024

Perc Pineda, Chief Economist at the Plastics Industry Association, sees hints of a “potential uptick” in 2024.

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

JANUARY 18, 2024

Whether your organization owns commercial property, leases it, or manages it, you’re likely to be grappling with industry trends and challenges that call on your best efforts—and the innovative app… Read more on Cisco Blogs

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Plastics Today

JANUARY 18, 2024

The concept is embodied in the front grilles and lighting arrays of a new generation of automobiles.

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

JANUARY 18, 2024

Achieving strategic business outcomes in today’s fast-paced digital climate is a key imperative.

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