Robotics Business Review
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
The Insulator Maintenance Solution uses remote operation technology to reach locations known for their difficult access. | Source: Duke Robotics Duke Robotics Corp. this week announced initial revenue generation from its agreement with the Israel Electric Corp. Per the agreement, the company provides high-voltage insular washing services with its IC Drone.
SMMT
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
This week’s announcement of plans to close one of Britain’s oldest automotive factories came as a huge blow, most importantly to the workers at Luton and their families. It is a stark reminder of the intense pressure the entire industry is under in the transition to net zero, with recent news of closures and cutbacks at manufacturers and suppliers in the UK and globally.
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Robotics Business Review
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
The VX2 Vision System uses AI for food-grade inspection and picking, says Oxipital AI. Oxipital AI this month launched its VX2 Vision System, which uses artificial intelligence for inspection and high-speed picking applications across food-grade and industrial sectors. Built on the company’s proprietary Visual AI platform, the VX2 comes in a more compact package at a more accessible price than its predecessor.
Canadian Manufacturing
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
TORONTO — NEO Battery Materials signs a MOU with OCSiAl. OCSiAl will supply NEO with SWCNT products to manufacture a high-specification model of NEO’s polymer-coated silicon anodes. There are no material terms or considerations regarding this MOU. Via the usage of single wall carbon nanotubes, NEO targets advancements in three key metrics: battery cycling stability, initial specific capacity, and coulombic efficiency.
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
Automation World
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
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Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
Industrial automation specialist, B&R, part of the ABB Group, has released a “major update” to its suite of engineering and runtime software. The company showcased the upgrade at this year’s SPS exhibition in Nuremberg, Germany. With Automation Studio Code, B&R says it has introduced an entirely new engineering experience.
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Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
Heraeus Electronics Technology – a Germany-headquartered company specializing in the production of electronics components and special materials – has officially started operations at the Changshu New & Hi-tech Industrial Development Zone (CNZ), Jiangsu Province.
Canadian Manufacturing
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
VANCOUVER — Western Forest Products Inc. announced that the Company and the United Steelworkers Local 1-1937 have agreed to the terms of a tentative collective agreement. The USW represents approximately 1,000 Western employees. The tentative agreement is subject to a ratification vote by USW membership, which is expected to occur before the end of the year.
Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
Alstom, a global company specializing in transportation and mobility systems, has signed a contract renewal with Denver International Airport to operate and maintain the airport’s Innovia Automated People Mover (APM) system – built by Alstom – over the course of next seven years.
E&T
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
With 2 billion tyres produced globally every year, research is calling for urgent action to be taken to tackle tyre pollution.
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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.
Manufacturing Tomorrow
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
Custom RFID solutions enhance tracking and traceability in manufacturing by enabling real-time monitoring of assets, inventory, and workflows. These solutions improve operational efficiency, reduce errors, and support data-driven decision-making for smarter production management.
E&T
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
Large Language Models (LLMs), such as ChatGPT, consume just over one 500ml bottle of water per 100-word request, research by the IET has found.
Manufacturing Tomorrow
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
Award-winning industrial-level CBAM 25 3D printer now available in the region, following successful global debut this summer.
E&T
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
UK car manufacturing output has fallen for the eighth month in a row as firms continue to struggle with the shift to electric vehicles (EVs).
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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.
Manufacturing Tomorrow
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
With a compact size of only 260 x 200 x 85 mm and support for an NVIDIA MXM GPU card, they combine powerful computing performance and excellent graphics processing capabilities. It has been the best-selling model in the GPU Computing - GOLD product line for many years.
E&T
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
Is the industrial metaverse proving to be more than just a promising concept? Tom Cash, director of industrial parts supplier Foxmere, explains the current state of play.
Manufacturing Management
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
Now it is investing in Newport Wafer Fab in a move aimed at bringing in new product range capabilities to Wales.
Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
Siemens says it is “revolutionizing” industrial automation with Microsoft. Through their collaboration, they have taken the Siemens Industrial Copilot to “the next level”, enabling it to handle the most demanding environments at scale.
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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.
Manufacturing Management
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
Knauf Insulation has completed a £40m+ upgrade of its glass mineral wool manufacturing plant in St Helens, which is the largest in the UK.
Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
Volvo Group and Daimler Truck are planning to create a joint venture to develop a common software-defined vehicle platform and dedicated truck operating system, providing the basis for future software-defined commercial vehicles.
Canadian Manufacturing
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
CHÂTEAUGUAY — Brenda Shanahan, Member of Parliament for Châteauguay‒Lacolle, announced a non-repayable contribution of $630,000 for the Commerce International Québec Montérégie-Ouest (CIQMO) ORPEX for three years (2024 to 2027). This announcement is being made on behalf of Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for CED.
Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
Alstom, a global transportation engineering company, is celebrating the launch of the Riyadh Metro network, a key milestone of the ambitious plans outlined by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) to improve mobility and enhance quality of life in the capital city.
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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).
Automation Mag
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
KPMG’s latest Generative AI Adoption Index survey reveals that nearly half (46 percent) of Canadian workers are using generative artificial intelligence (AI) in their jobs, up from 22 percent last year. The Index now stands at 31.6, reflecting a 116 percent adoption growth rate since November 2023. A score of 100 indicates mass adoption. Yet, the survey of 2,183 Canadian employees found that while the technology is being used by more people – and more frequently, users are also engaging i
Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
The BACS consortium led by Bechtel, along with local construction companies Almabani and Consolidated Contractors Company, and in collaboration with Siemens Mobility, have successfully delivered Riyadh Metro’s 64-kilometer Blue Line (line 1) and Red Line (line 2), equipped with 67 Siemens Mobility Inspiro trains for fully automated, driverless operations.
Canadian Manufacturing
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
Morrisburg — Protein Industries Canada has announced a new project with Alinova Canada, Marusan Ai, Earth’s Own Foods, and Flamaglo Foods to establish a pilot-scale soy processing facility in Ontario. The project aims to produce a new soy powder, primarily for the Japanese market. Alinova Canada, a joint venture between DJ Hendrick International and Marusan Ai, will lead the commercialization of the soy powder.
DO Supply
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
For industrial automation, the Kinetix 2000 series provides a dependable and expandable solution that integrates easily with a range of controllers, including CompactLogix, ControlLogix, and MicroLogix. Precision and efficiency in motion control applications are guaranteed by the Kinetix 2000 because of its modular architecture, various input possibilities, and dependable SERCOS fiber-optic connectivity.
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?
Canadian Manufacturing
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
Negotiations between Unifor and CPKC have reached an impasse. (CNW Group/Unifor) CALGARY — Negotiations between Unifor and CPKC have reached an impasse after Unifor says “The company failed to engage meaningfully to make progress on the union’s proposals on critical non-economic issues.” “CPKC’s unwillingness to address the key concerns of our members is unacceptable,” said Unifor National President Lana Payne. “Our members deserve a contract that respec
Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
The emergence of multi-access edge computing (MEC) is transforming the global telecommunications landscape by decentralizing infrastructure, and bringing advanced intelligence, processing, analytics, and communications closer to network endpoints and gateways. This shift is enabling real-time insights and responses, facilitating seamless service delivery, optimized network operations, and enhanced user experience, especially for mission-critical and latency-sensitive applications.
Canadian Manufacturing
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
Emily Chung, a Centennial College alumnus and owner of AutoNiche Inc., has received a Premier’s Award for the impact she has made in the skilled trades (CNW Group/Centennial College) TORONTO — Emily Chung, a Centennial College alumnus and owner of AutoNiche Inc., has received a Premier’s Award for the impact she has made in the skilled trades as an automotive service technician.
Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
Life sciences companies are revolutionizing the management of cardiometabolic diseases through the integration of omics-based research, advanced therapies, and digital health solutions. This convergence has paved the way for innovative approaches that not only enhance patient outcomes but also reduce healthcare utilization and hospital readmissions.
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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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