Design World
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
The MD&M West 2025 event has been showcasing innovative technologies, automated solutions, precision motion control systems, advanced materials, and more solutions for worldwide manufacturers. If you haven’t already followed Executive Editor Lisa Eitel on LinkedIn, you’ll want to keep tabs on her posts and look out for her full post-event coverage report.
Gary Mintchell
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
AI contributes at least 50% of the content of news in my area of interest. No surprise that Yokogawa has harnessed some AI expertise for its Asset Performance Management. Yokogawa Electric and UptimeAI announced a strategic agreement aimed at enhancing asset performance management in industrial plants. The agreement is underscored by a capital investment in UptimeAI by Yokogawa.
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Design World
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
27,300 engineers are missing from the future The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) predicts that 114,800 new jobs will be created in the U.S. semiconductor industry by 2030. However, it expects more than half of those jobs to go unfilled. Of the 67,000 vacancies, nearly 27,300 are pegged for engineers at the bachelors, masters, and… The post February 2025 Issue: Robotic micro-factories tackle data center e-waste appeared first on Design World.
Manufacturer's Monthly
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Image: Entegra How CQ Building Supplies Achieved a 275 per cent Productivity Boost. A regional Queensland manufacturer is proving that strategic infrastructure investment and automation can level the playing fieldeven against national competitors. By combining robotic manufacturing technology with a purpose-built Entegra clear span facility , CQ Building Supplies has increased its daily output by 275 per cent , reshaped its labour requirements, and future-proofed its operations.
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
Design World
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
The annual MD&M ATX West show in Anaheim, Calif. is a great place to see how far the industry has advanced precision and miniature technologies over the previous year. Micro-springs, 2-mm linear guides, and slotless motors thinner than chopsticks were just some of the miniature components on display. Planar Motors is showing parts-conveyance systems featuring […] The post Precision and miniature technologies at MD&M ATX West appeared first on Design World.
Automation World
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Do you know the difference between generative AI and AI for data analytics? If all the AI tech introductions over the past couple of years have left you confused, read this to understand the key differentiators.
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Robotics Business Review
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Robotics, digitalization, and vertical and precision agriculture can improve yields, says HELUKABEL. Source: Adobe Stock The agriculture industry is faced with tremendous changes driven by climate change, a growing global population, and the increasing scarcity of resources such as water and farmable land. In order to tackle these challenges, the industry is relying on technical innovation.
Design World
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Emerson has introduced the Anderson Greenwood Type 84 Pressure Relief Valve (PRV), specially designed to protect tanks and vessels used in hydrogen and other high-pressure gas applications. With Arlon 3000XT* thermoplastic seating and ASME SA-479 Type S21800 stainless steel spindle material, the Type 84 PRV delivers exceptional leak-tight performance, resistance to embrittlement, optimum seat tightness,… The post Emerson pressure relief valve in critical gas applications appeared first on
Robotics Business Review
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Honeywell finished its comprehensive business portfolio evaluation, which it launched a year ago. | Source: Honeywell Honeywell International Inc. announced today that it plans to spin out its automation and aerospace businesses. This separation, paired with the company’s already announced plans to spin out Advanced Materials, will result in three publicly listed companies with distinct strategies.
Automation World
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Manufacturing tech industry experts weigh in on the technologies that will have the biggest impacts on industry in 2025.
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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.
ATS
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Share While advanced analytics are valuable, there’s nothing quite like observing something firsthand. It’s easy for manufacturing managers to become fixated on the big picture, visualizing every aspect of their operations as cells in a spreadsheet. Although it’s certainly important to maintain a bird’s-eye view of how well your entire operation is running, it’s also necessary to set foot on the shop floor every now and then.
Manufacturer's Monthly
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Image: ECI Solutions The job shop manufacturing sector in Australia is a significant part of the overall manufacturing industry, creating unique products with tailored specifications. However, job shop manufacturers face a variety of challenges that can impact efficiency and customer satisfaction. According to a 2019 study by Cloud Elements , 55 per cent of respondents believe API integrations are “critical” to their operations.
ATS
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Share Timing is everything, especially when it comes to keeping your facility’s equipment in good working order. Performing the right maintenance work at the proper time is critical if you want to avoid unexpected shutdowns and get the highest levels of efficiency from your machinery. Most industrial machines are built to precise tolerances and include sophisticated technology, meaning there’s a lot that can go wrong if neglected for too long.
Automation World
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
This split will reportedly create Honeywell Automation as a pure play automation business with global scale and a large installed base.
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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.
Manufacturer's Monthly
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Image: CSIRO Australias national science agency, CSIRO , has launched a new research and development (R&D) grant opportunity to accelerate the growth of the domestic battery industry and open up export opportunities, especially in the United States of America. Under the grant opportunity, successful mining and manufacturing small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) will be offered up to $50,000 per project and gain access to CSIRO’s cutting-edge research facilities and expertise to undertake
ATS
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Share Industrial processes are extremely productive, but not everything they produce is beneficial. For example, equipment can generate a lot of waste heat as they operate. This not only makes the workplace uncomfortable and potentially hazardous for workers, but it also impacts the health and longevity of the machinery itself. Without proper cooling, excessive heat can cause equipment to wear down prematurely and lead to costly breakdowns.
Canadian Manufacturing
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Polar Racking Reaffirms Commitment to Achieving 10GW Annual Production for Global Solar Projects (CNW Group/Polar Racking) TORONTO — Polar Racking, a manufacturer of solar mounting solutions, with a reported production capacity of 5 gigawatts (GW) across its global portfolio, reaffirms its commitment to expanding to 10GW of annual production. This commitment is an attempt to ensure that a high percentage of US domestic content is in its manufacturing processes.
ATS
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Share A well-managed Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) storeroom is the backbone of efficient maintenance and production operations. When stocked with the right MRO parts , organized effectively and monitored through reliable storeroom reports, a storeroom can help minimize downtime, optimize costs and improve overall asset reliability. However, many companies struggle with poor MRO inventory control, disorganized layouts and excessive stock levels that tie up valuable capital.
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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.
Canadian Manufacturing
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
The Evo thermostat. (CNW Group/Sinop Technologies Inc.) SAINT-JEAN-SUR-RICHELIEU Sinop Technologies, Quebec’s manufacturer of smart devices, introduces the Evo Thermostat. Designed for electric baseboard heating, it allows users to connect it to Wi-Fi anytime, enabling participation in energy efficiency programs offered by electricity providers.
Motion Control Tips
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
The annual MD&M ATX West show in Anaheim, Calif. is a great place to see how far the industry has advanced precision and miniature technologies over the previous year. Micro-springs, 2-mm linear guides, and slotless motors thinner than chopsticks were just some of the miniature components on display. Our esteemed colleague Rachael Pasini has posted […] The post Precision and miniature technologies at MD&M ATX West appeared first on Motion Control Tips.
Canadian Manufacturing
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
LONGUEUIL — Hroux-Devtek Inc., an international manufacturer of aerospace products and a landing gear manufacturer, announces that the required foreign direct investment approval of the Spanish Council of Ministers has been obtained in connection with the previously announced plan of arrangement under the Business Corporations Act (Qubec) involving HrouxDevtek and an affiliate of Platinum Equity Advisors, LLC.
Industry Week
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
How manufacturers are meeting new challenges with 3D printing technology.
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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).
The Fabricator
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
A sheet metal hem looks simple enough, but it also can contribute to bottlenecks in the press brake department. A good press brake tooling strategy should prevent this.
ATS
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Share Timing is everything, especially when it comes to keeping your facility’s equipment in good working order. Performing the right maintenance work at the proper time is critical if you want to avoid unexpected shutdowns and get the highest levels of efficiency from your machinery. Most industrial machines are built to precise tolerances and include sophisticated technology, meaning there’s a lot that can go wrong if neglected for too long.
SMMT
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Nigel Rice Transport & Storage has taken delivery of its first fully electric truck following a successful trial through Vertellus EV Discovery Programme. Supplied by Thompson Commercials, the Renault Trucks E-Tech D16 4×2 joins the Beverley-based companys delivery and haulage fleet, handling local pallet network deliveries and collections as part of its commitments with Palletline, and covering about 75 miles per day.
Industry Week
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Discover why hackers target manufacturers and how to avoid shaming employees for possible breaches.
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?
Control.com
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
After we explored the initial configuration, its now time to see exactly how to implement IO-Link in a simple PLC project, explaining how to interpret process data bytes for input and output.
E&T
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has unveiled plans to build a new suite of nuclear power plants in the UK, alongside a revamping of the planning rules to prevent local interests from derailing nationally significant projects.
Manufacturing Management
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
The LISI AEROSPACE Rugby site, a manufacturer of advanced titanium components for the Aerospace sector, has struck Gold at a prestigious national manufacturing award ceremony.
Automation Mag
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Honeywell has announced the full separation of the company into three independent companies Honeywell Automation, Honeywell Aerospace and Advanced Materials. “The formation of three independent, industry-leading companies builds on the powerful foundation we have created, positioning each to pursue tailored growth strategies, and unlock significant value for shareholders and customers,” said Vimal Kapur, chairman and CEO of Honeywell. “Our simplification of Honeywell has rapid
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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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