Automation World

OCTOBER 23, 2024

In collaboration with companies like British Sugar, Seeq has created AI-assisted tools that capture decades of operational expertise and apply it in real-time.

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Design World

OCTOBER 23, 2024

NewTek offers a vented design for its miniaturized series of AC-operated position sensors that provides greater endurance to pressure, temperature, shock, and vibration. These attributes result in greater accuracy and the ability to fit into restrictive spaces when measuring the deformation of samples in test chambers for hydraulics and material testing applications.

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Gary Mintchell

OCTOBER 23, 2024

I’ve written several times about how the automation market entered maturity some time ago. One sign of a maturing market becomes visible when companies begin divesting in order to focus on its core. This news isn’t exactly new, but it points to the trend. KPS Capital Partners is Innomotics’ new owner Siemens completes another step in focusing its portfolio Siemens AG has successfully closed the sale of Innomotics to KPS Capital Partners, LP (“KPS”) for €3.5 billion (enterprise value).

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Design World

OCTOBER 23, 2024

The increasing demand for compact servo drives in mechanical engineering has led to a corresponding need for smaller gearboxes that are suitable for these drives. In response to this market need, Neugart is introducing three new precision planetary gearboxes in frame size 055: the PSBN055, PSN055, and PSFN055. These new additions extend the proven capabilities… The post Neugart offers PSBN055, PSN055, PSFN055 compact precision gearboxes appeared first on Design World.

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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

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Robotaxis are rapidly transforming the future of urban mobility, driven by advancements in technology and evolving transportation models. These autonomous vehicles offer a glimpse into more efficient, sustainable city travel, with innovations like vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) capabilities, 5G-enabled communication systems , and artificial intelligence (AI)-powered traffic predictions enhancing safety, reducing congestion, and improving overall transit experiences.

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Design World

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Emerson will exhibit its latest Floor to Cloud packaging solutions at PACK EXPO Chicago, Nov 3-6, 2024. Advancing the boundless future of automation, Emerson factory automation solutions and its Floor to Cloud approach empower smarter packaging lines and more efficient processes that make it possible for manufacturers to continuously improve plant productivity, sustainability and safety.… The post Emerson to showcase packaging solutions at PACK EXPO 2024 appeared first on Design World.

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Design World

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Siemens and ServiceNow have announced a new collaboration that debuted at the ServiceNow World Forum in Munich. The companies intend to enhance industrial cybersecurity and drive the integration of generative AI into shopfloor operations. This cooperation leverages Siemens’ Sinec Security Guard for industrial vulnerability management and the Siemens Industrial Copilot for generative AI-powered automation —… The post Siemens and ServiceNow enhance shopfloor security and boost AI-power

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Horizon Robotics said its SuperDrive system offers human-like autonomous driving. | Source: Horizon Robotics Horizon Robotics, a Chinese developer of autonomous driving technology , is raising HK$5.4 billion ($696 million) from its initial public offering (IPO). According to Reuters , this is the largest IPO in Hong Kong in 2024. It is also the largest tech sector IPO in Hong Kong since SenseTime Group, an artificial intelligence company, raised $740 million in late 2021.

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Design World

OCTOBER 23, 2024

AutomationDirect has added M12 field wireable connectors with additional cable size options from Murrelektronik. New 5-pin A-coded connectors are available for 4-8mm/26-18 AWG cable sizes, in axial or 90° male or female connector styles. New D-coded connectors offer 4-pin configurations for 4-8mm/26-18 AWG cable sizes, in axial or 90° male connector styles.

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The Fabricator

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Technology at this year’s FABTECH pushed the industry toward digitalization, where both “hard” and “soft” automation (machines along with software and data) work in concert to create seamless flow.

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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.

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Design World

OCTOBER 23, 2024

HMS Networks launches the Anybus CompactCom B40 Mini, a soldered-on communication interface that complements the Anybus CompactCom 40 series. Expanding the Anybus CompactCom family The Anybus CompactCom family offers a range of ready-made communication interfaces that can be embedded into any industrial machine or device, enabling connectivity to all major industrial networks.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Image: FiledIMAGE/stock.adobe.com A new Naval Research Centre will be established at the Australian Maritime College, marking a significant milestone for the Defence and Maritime precinct at Newnham. Design contractor to the Royal Australian Navy, Navantia Australia, will establish the Naval Research Centre, enhancing support for the defence industry by fostering collaboration between academics and students to undertake research and design projects.

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E&T

OCTOBER 23, 2024

A Boeing-built satellite has unexpectedly broken up in geostationary orbit, sending shards of debris into space.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Image: oksix/stock.adobe.com The South Australian Government’s Equipment and Capital Grants program is a $9 million investment over three years to support TAFE SA, not-for-profit and industry-based providers to invest in contemporary infrastructure, equipment, and technology. Grants of up to $250,000 per project are now available for the 2024-2025 round, and will be aligned to emerging and priority areas.

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The Fabricator

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Sometimes all a welder needs to master MIG welding is a return to basics, some helpful tips, and techniques.

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E&T

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Ongoing concerns over project management, the pace of delivery and staffing at Sellafield mean it is not yet achieving value for money, a new National Audit Office (NAO) report has said.

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Canadian Manufacturing

OCTOBER 23, 2024

TORONTO — CHAR Technologies, involved in sustainable energy solutions, announced its intention to complete a non-brokered private placement of up to 12,500,000 units at a price of CDN$0.20 per unit for gross proceeds of up to CDN$2,500,000. Each unit will comprise one common share of the Company and one-half share purchase warrant. Each Warrant will entitle the holder to acquire one Share for twenty-four months after the closing of the Offering at a price of CDN$0.30.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Image: Nick Brundle/stock.adobe.com A new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) is set to pave the way for significant collaboration between South Australia and one of Korea’s industrial giants, in renewables , hydrogen, housing and infrastructure. The MoU, between the South Australian Government and Hyundai Engineering and Construction (Hyundai E&C) has been signed by South Australia’s Trade and Investment minister Joe Szakacs.

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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.

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The Guardian Manufacturing

OCTOBER 23, 2024

US firm Wolfspeed and German car parts supplier ZF postpone plans over doubts about viability A project to build a €3bn factory making microchips for electric vehicles once hailed as part of a “return of the industrial revolution” in Germany has been put on hold, as the crisis in the country’s hi-tech manufacturing industry deepens. The US company Wolfspeed and the German car parts supplier ZF have postponed plans to build an EV chip factory, adding to problems caused by a delay to two large-sca

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Plastics Today

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Glass bubbles combine with 10 to 60% recycled content to deliver lightweight, sustainable materials for mobility, power tool, and sports applications.

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Opteran has been working with Airbus Defence and Space since it was founded in 2020. Now, the company will implement its autonomy system into Airbus’ rover. | Source: Opteran Opteran’s general-purpose neuromorphic software could be heading to Mars in the coming years. The company today announced that Airbus Defence and Space, with support from European Space Agency and the UK Space Agency, will test the Opteran Mind in Airbus space rovers.

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The Fabricator

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Elegir cuidadosamente qué mandril y lubricante usar es de vital importancia para la calidad del producto final.

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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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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Cisco has always had an obsession of putting the user experience at the center of everything we do. Today marks another step in this evolution with Cisco Spatial Meetings for Apple Vision Pro. It takes a concept we call “Distance Zero” to the next level using spatial computing.

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Manufacturing Management

OCTOBER 23, 2024

An award-winning South Wales manufacturing company is set to see its revenue skyrocket to £6 million thanks to exports after securing several deals following growing demand for its products across the globe.

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Automation Mag

OCTOBER 23, 2024

ZEDEDA and OnLogic are strategically partnering to launch OnLogic Powered by ZEDEDA. This offering combines OnLogic’s rugged, industrial-grade hardware with ZEDEDA’s cloud-native edge orchestration software, reportedly providing enterprises with a comprehensive platform to deploy, manage and scale edge computing workloads. According to a press statement from OnLogic, the companies are committing product and engineering teams to co-design a solution that will streamline edge computing

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Manufacturing Management

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Make UK, a provider of employment law and HR services has announced the acquisition of Bhayani Law, a specialist law and HR consultancy based in Sheffield.

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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?

Industry Week

OCTOBER 23, 2024

IndustryWeek editors look into that, what's up with Textron Aviation, big investments in power and more semiconductor investments coming to the U.S.

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Manufacturing Management

OCTOBER 23, 2024

The introduction of a long-term industrial strategy is set to bring a surge of offshore manufacturing production back to the UK according to a major annual survey on the investment landscape for UK industry published today by Make UK and RSM UK.

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DO Supply

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Allen Bradley, a renowned name in industrial automation, offers a range of Smart Motor Controllers (SMCs) designed to meet diverse industrial needs. Among their popular offerings are the SMC Plus and the SMC 2 controllers. These controllers are engineered to provide smooth motor starting and stopping, enhancing performance and reducing mechanical stress.

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Manufacturing Management

OCTOBER 23, 2024

A manufacturer of high-quality granite, marble and fabricated stone kitchen and bathroom worktops is celebrating after securing a new deal with one of the world’s largest home retailers.

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