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Mitsubishi launches tool to match system requirements and streamline quoting process

Design World

Mitsubishi Electric Automation is proud to launch its FA Integrated Selection tool as a configuration resource for its customers. As opposed to digging through catalogs and manuals to select components that meet system requirements, the tool is designed to do this for customers in a user-friendly way. The FA Selection also allows users to configure… The post Mitsubishi launches tool to match system requirements and streamline quoting process appeared first on Design World.

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Jacobi Robotics shortens robot programming cycle in partnership with Formic

Robotics Business Review

Jacobi Studio is a web app designed to ease robot project setup. | Credit: Jacobi Robotics Jacobi Robotics Inc. today came out of stealth with the launch of a new software product using artificial intelligence to improve the programming time and performance of robot applications. The Berkeley, Calif.-based startup also announced a partnership with Formic Technologies Inc.

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TECHNOMET-CONTROL VESA-mount enclosures for control electronics and HMI

Design World

METCASE has launched elegant new TECHNOMET-CONTROL aluminum enclosures for electronic control systems, panel PCs, and HMI electronics. They are specifically designed for mounting on standard VESA brackets/arms, walls, machines, and round poles. TECHNOMET-CONTROL is ideal for indoor applications such as industrial machine control, factory processing, security systems, test and measurement, point-of-sale, IIoT, and detection equipment.… The post TECHNOMET-CONTROL VESA-mount enclosures for co

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5 robotics startups Bill Gates is excited about

Robotics Business Review

This image was created using Microsoft’s Bing AI Image Creator. There has been $90 billion invested in robotics companies in the last five years, according to F-Prime Capital’s 2023 State of Robotics Report. With more than 1,250 companies currently within the industry, it can be hard to sift through them all to pinpoint the most exciting startups.

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The Supply Chain in 2025: What to Expect

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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Dorner appoints new business development manager

Design World

Dorner has hired Dave Giffels as business development manager. Giffels will work with the sales team to grow Dorner’s industrial and automation conveyor business into new markets and customer bases. Giffels joins Dorner after spending most of his career in automation sales, including 12 years with Bosch selling palletized conveyor systems. His experience spans across… The post Dorner appoints new business development manager appeared first on Design World.

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SE Asia Territories Becoming Global Manufacturing Hubs

Gary Mintchell

Singapore has become one of my highest website traffic originators over the past year. I know much manufacturing and production occurs there and in the region. Then I ran across this analysis from Samatha Mou, a research analyst for Interact Analysis. Mou is based in China providing support in the Industrial Automation sector. Check out the report here.

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Doubling Down on Innovation with a Digital Twin

Plastics Today

A digital twin can play an essential role in designing a device that aligns with current standards and regulations while anticipating future market needs.

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EU fails to cut car emissions despite more efficient engines and powertrains

E&T

Most passenger cars on EU roads emit the same quantity of CO2 as 12 years ago, despite new legislation designed to lower their emissions.

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Abu Dhabi gears up for grand finale of Mohamed Bin Zayed International Robotics Challenge

Robotics Automation News

After two years of intense competition, five international finalists have travelled to Abu Dhabi for the final live demonstration phase of the Mohamed Bin Zayed International Robotics Challenge (MBZIRC).

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Understanding Process Validation in the Production of Medical Plastic Parts

Plastics Today

Vinny Sastri, who wrote the book — literally — on “Plastics in Medical Devices,” speaks to the ins and outs of process validation for the medtech supply chain.

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The 2nd Generation of Innovation Management: A Survival Guide

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?

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Sewers set to heat nearly 2,000 English homes

E&T

The UK government has announced the recipients of four grants for green heating projects, including one aiming to keep Bolton homes and businesses warm with waste heat from the local sewer.

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Relays, Relays, and More Relays: 7 Kinds of Industrial Relays

Control.com

Have you ever heard of a relay? Of course you have. There are many different kinds, plus hundreds of different trade lingo names. What are some of the most common, and how do we use them?

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Pros and Cons of Integrating Robotics in Manufacturing

Robotics Automation News

As technology advances, it paves the way for new breakthroughs in automation. It’s, therefore, not a surprise that the robotics industry is experiencing a significant boom. This trend is especially true for industrial robotics tailored to the manufacturing sector.

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The Nuts and Bolts for Getting the Gaging Fixtures Right

Modern Machine Shop

Most comparative gages consist of three parts: an indicating device (a dial, digital indicator or comparator), a setting master to set the gage to the nominal dimension of the part and the actual gaging instrument itself. Considering the high performance of today’s digital indicators and comparators — which sometimes approach the capabilities of a bench amplifier — and the documented control of measuring standards, it is tough to squeeze much more performance out of these two p

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

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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Siemens and Voltaiq collaborate to optimize battery manufacturing

Robotics Automation News

Siemens Digital Industries Software is collaborating with Voltaiq to “accelerate battery manufacturing” by combining their strengths to offer unparalleled capabilities for battery manufacturing-focused companies.

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NIST is Requesting Public Input on Published Strategic Plan for Smart Cities Program

NIST Manufacturing

The Global Community Technology Challenge (GCTC) is a U.S. smart cities and communities program led by the Smart Connected Systems Division of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

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Simbe expands store intelligence solution to support large format retail environments

Robotics Automation News

Simbe, a provider of retail store robotics and automation solutions, has launched what it says is “the industry’s first intelligence platform for large format retail environments”. After a successful launch with BJ’s Wholesale Club, Simbe is now making its Store Intelligence solution available to the wider market.

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Predicting the radius without test bending on the press brake

The Fabricator

The 20% rule can estimate the air-formed radius that a press brake operator is likely to achieve, yet it remains imperfect. Data based on empirical evidence—test bends—can help most bending departments in a metal fabrication shop.

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The Future of Manufacturing: Behind-the-Scene Insights from the IMTS Conference

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ABB finalizes acquisition of Sevensense

Robotics Automation News

ABB has acquired Swiss start-up Sevensense, a provider of AI-enabled 3D vision navigation technology for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). Sevensense was founded in 2018 as a spin-off from Swiss technical University, ETH Zurich.

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XRechnung Version 3.0.1 Comes Into Force on February 1, 2024

Seeburger

On February 1, 2024, a new version of XRechnung will be coming into force. Version 3.0.1 marks a major release and introduces new mandatory fields. This means that details that had previously been optional will now need to be entered.

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Brain Corp partners with Dane Technologies to launch new robotic retail solutions

Robotics Automation News

Brain Corp, an autonomous technology company, has unveiled its BrainOS InventoryAI Suite, a retail inventory analytics solution designed to analyze inventory data captured by autonomous mobile robots running on its platform. It also unveiled the “Dane AIR”, a purpose-built inventory scanning robot developed in collaboration with Dane Technologies.

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UK aviation watchdog consults on vertiport designs

E&T

Air taxis could be one step closer as the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), the UK’s aviation regulator, launches a consultation into vertiport design at existing aerodromes.

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CNC Design Guide: Enhance Machining for Precision, Efficiency, and Cost Reduction

Unlock the full potential of CNC machining with our comprehensive design guide. Learn how to optimize your designs for precision, efficiency, and cost savings. Gain key insights on part complexity, tolerances, materials, finishes, and much more. Whether you’re developing prototypes or production parts, our guide offers practical tips to streamline your process and ensure high-quality results.

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7 Elements of a Strategic Business Plan

CMTC Manufacturing Tech

Creating a strategic plan is as much of an art form as it is a scientific process. A great strategic plan addresses the fears of organizational members while simultaneously leveraging real-world data to identify a path toward sustained success. One of the main purposes of a strategic plan is to allow an organization to improve its resiliency to unpredictable market conditions.

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Microsoft launches virtual worlds-based workplace

E&T

Microsoft has released Mesh, a new meetings platform that places participants’ avatars in 3D virtual worlds.

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12 Days of Learning at Cisco

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Start a new year of tech learning with the experts from Cisco Learning & Certifications.

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JEC Composites Innovation Awards: Finalists in Aerospace Process Category

Plastics Today

Entries from Spirit AeroSystems, German Aerospace Center, and Airbus DS make up the final three in this category.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

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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Dr Martens’ revenue plummets by a fifth as US sales plunge

The Guardian Manufacturing

Bootmaker says global sales fell by 18% with cash-strapped consumers refusing to splash out at Christmas Business live – latest updates Dr Martens said revenue dropped by nearly a fifth in the final three months of 2023, as sales in the US continued to plunge and inflation-weary consumers continued to rein in spending. The British bootmaker said in a trading update on Thursday that sales fell by 18% in its third quarter to £274m, and that, like many retailers, it had seen a “softer December”, wi

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Navigating the Complex Cybersecurity Landscape: Kyndryl and Cisco’s Innovative Security Edge Services

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

I often hear in today’s cybersecurity landscape are “intricate,” “daunting,” and “complex.

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New EtherCAT controller modules from AutomationDirect

Motion Control Tips

AutomationDirect has added EtherCAT controller modules for the LS Electric XGB PLC family. These new modules work in conjunction with the new lineup of LS Electric iX7 EtherCAT servo systems for highly accurate multi-axis motion control functionality. Both 4-axis and 8-axis EtherCAT controller modules are available; up to two of these motion modules can be […] The post New EtherCAT controller modules from AutomationDirect appeared first on Motion Control Tips.

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Privacy is a Key Enabler of Trust

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

How important is privacy in building and maintaining trust with customers?

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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!