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Elevating food and beverage production

Design World

In the food and beverage packaging industry, the demand for high-quality products is inseparable from the need for impeccable hygiene and efficient processing. Traditional bearing materials often fall short of meeting these critical requirements. Enter ceramic bearings — a solution that offers not only enhanced performance but also addresses the stringent hygiene standards demanded by […] The post Elevating food and beverage production appeared first on Design World.

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Siemens and Mercedes-Benz Co-Develop Digital Energy Twin

Automation World

A strategic partnership between the two companies involves the co-creation of a digital energy twin to improve sustainability in factory designs and upgrades.

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Siemens introduces Simcenter X

Design World

Siemens Digital Industries Software announced Simcenter X software, a new software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution that delivers capabilities of Simcenter, Siemens’ industry-leading portfolio of simulation and test solutions, on the cloud. With an initial release focused on Simcenter STAR-CCM+ software and delivered as part of the Siemens Xcelerator as a Service portfolio of industry software, Simcenter X […] The post Siemens introduces Simcenter X appeared first on Design World.

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The amount of copper needed to build EVs is ‘impossible for mining companies to produce’

E&T

Copper cannot be mined quickly enough to keep up with current policies requiring the transition to electric vehicles, according to a University of Michigan study.

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Guide to Agile Manufacturing and Its Advantages

Forward-thinking manufacturers are recognizing the limitations of traditional project management and quality control methods. For modern companies seeking to accelerate product development cycles and increase their speed to market, adopting agile methodology is becoming increasingly essential.

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Bearing considerations for offshore wind platforms

Design World

Byline: Mark Hampton, Product and Innovations Manager, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Wind power is the most developed alternative energy source globally with growth driven by rising fuel prices, an increasing concern for the environment and a need for countries to enhance their energy security. After nearly 40 years, installed wind power capacity reached a milestone of […] The post Bearing considerations for offshore wind platforms appeared first on Design World.

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Smart building Single Pair Ethernet jacks and cables for maximum efficiency

Design World

Stewart Connector, a Bel group company, is announcing the release of Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) jacks and cables that adhere to the connectivity component standard IEC 63171-1. SPE enables data as well as power transmission via Power over Data Line (PoDL) with transmission speeds of up to 1000Base-T1 over one pair of copper wires. This […] The post Smart building Single Pair Ethernet jacks and cables for maximum efficiency appeared first on Design World.

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Cisco and Nutanix: Taking Hyperconverged Infrastructure to the.NEXT Level

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Learn how Cisco and Nutanix deliver operational ease, adaptability, and robust infrastructure through complete simplicity, complete flexibility, and complete resiliency delivered in the Cisco Compute Hyperconverged with Nutanix solution.

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Ashlar-Vellum releases Cobalt Share App for free file sharing

Design World

Ashlar-Vellum, developer of 2D CAD and 3D modeling software, announced the release of the Cobalt Share Application in the Apple Mac App Store. This new collaboration tool is free for professionals to share design files and move easily between Mac and Windows platforms. It allows users to view and collaborate on designs and exports in over […] The post Ashlar-Vellum releases Cobalt Share App for free file sharing appeared first on Design World.

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Mitsubishi HMI Programming Tutorial: Controlling On/Off Bits

Control.com

Learn how to use GT Designer 3 to create an interactive control system on Mitsubishi HMIs. With practical examples of simple on/off bits, gain some understanding of HMI designing and programming.

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A Journey to Efficiency & Excellence in Manufacturing

Foundation Wellness, an orthotic and foot care product leader, transformed its manufacturing by implementing the Manufacturing Execution System FORCE MES FLEX from FORCAM ENISCO. Previously hindered by manual data collection, the company needed more efficiency and a proactive approach. Adopting an MES enhanced data visibility and enabled data-driven decision-making.

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Memory card connectors offer versatile configurations

Design World

CUI Devices’ Interconnect Group announced the addition of memory card connectors to its connectors product portfolio. Available in a variety of SD and microSD card connectors as well as SIM, micro-SIM, nano-SIM, and smart card connector types, CUI Devices’ memory card connectors offer multiple configurations to meet the requirements of a range of memory and consumer electronic applications.

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NVIDIA, Teradyne Robotics, and Siemens discuss autonomous machines and AI

Robotics Business Review

Senior executives from NVIDIA, Siemens, and Teradyne Robotics gathered this week in Odense, Denmark, to mark the launch of Teradyne Robotics’ new headquarters and discuss the advances coming to the robotics industry. One of Denmark’s oldest cities and known as “the city of robotics,” Odense is home to more than 160 robotics companies with 3,700 employees and said it contributes to the robotics industry’s progress.

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Endress+Hauser Cerephant Series digital pressure transmitters from AutomationDirect

Design World

AutomationDirect has added Endress+Hauser Ceraphant series digital pressure transmitters featuring a compact stainless steel construction, a 4-digit LCD display, and IO-Link compatibility for easy setup, integration, and on-the-fly configuration changes. Ceraphant PTP31B series digital pressure transmitters offer dual 1/2-in. NPT male / 1/4-in. NPT female process connections and are available in measuring ranges up to… The post Endress+Hauser Cerephant Series digital pressure transmitters

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HGV growth stabilises while zero emission market share rises

SMMT

UK new heavy vehicle market falls slightly following bumper two years, down -3.9%. Rigid HGV uptake rises 8.4% but growth offset by -16.5% decline in articulated trucks following fulfilment of pent-up demand. BEV uptake rises 56.3% to reach 0.5% share of market, but action on incentives and infrastructure vital for market development. SEE HGV REGISTRATIONS BY BRAND DOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE AND DATA TABLE New heavy goods vehicle (HGV) registrations fell for the first time in two years, with a -3.9%

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Advanced Traceability: Implementing Reliable, Compliant Tracking in Manufacturing

The rising complexity of today’s complex hardware products, regulatory requirements, and manufacturing processes has introduced an increased risk for companies. In the event of a defect, recall, or customer complaint, manufacturers must quickly identify and trace the affected parts and components, including their maintenance, installation, and purchase history – back to the purchase order.

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Integrating IT and Campus Facilities for Future-Ready Learning Space

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Step onto a campus reimagined—where Cisco's innovative digital integration meets modern educational needs, crafting an unparalleled on-campus experience for today's students and faculty.

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Get a grip on the misunderstood tube bender motor starter

The Fabricator

Motor starters can cause or suffer from myriad problems. Spotting the root causes of these issues promptly can save a lot of headaches and production time.

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Four Reasons Why Assurance Is More Critical Than Ever

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Assurance is top of mind for our customers, analysts, and the market at large. This blog covers four reasons why assurance is more critical than ever, and why it should be on your radar as well.

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How to Achieve Unmatched Accuracy in Very Large Workpieces

Modern Machine Shop

Dynamic Tool uses its two Kitamura Bridgecenter 6G#40 machining centers to fabricate these highly customized mold bases. The B-plate shown above is part of a production mold that produces filtering components for a medical device. Tooling techniques such as cam actions, slides, lifters, auto-unscrew, in-mold closing or core toggle require sophisticated A- and B-plates manufactured accurately, efficiently and repeatedly.

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Provide Real Value in Your Applications with Data and Analytics

The complexity of financial data, the need for real-time insight, and the demand for user-friendly visualizations can seem daunting when it comes to analytics - but there is an easier way. With Logi Symphony, we aim to turn these challenges into opportunities. Our platform empowers you to seamlessly integrate advanced data analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting into your applications, transforming raw data into actionable insights.

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Partners, Let’s Go Beyond Customer Experience at Cisco Live!

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

We will show up at Cisco Live armed with exclusive content, sessions, interactive demos, partner talks, games and several other opportunities to network, learn and celebrate. Here’s a sneak peek of what we’re preparing for you.

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Armed Forces developing weapon that disables drones using radio frequencies

E&T

The UK’s armed forces are developing a new weapon that uses radio waves to disable enemy electronics and take down multiple drones at once.

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Report shows Australian manufacturers and distributors set to expand production

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: moodboard/stock.adobe.com New CommBank report shows production output and financial performance to lift in 2024 while labour shortages and competitive pressures weigh on productivity and growth. The report revealed that 61 per cent are targeting a moderate or significant uplift in production levels in the next year in contrast to only 6 per cent predicting a decrease.

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Educating, rather than just training, tomorrow's workforce

The Fabricator

A well-rounded employee is a valuable employee. That’s why employee growth opportunities shouldn’t be limited to skills development.

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5 Ways CMMS Software Transformed Broderick's Manufacturing Plant: A Case Study

Discover how CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) transformed and revitalized Broderick's manufacturing plant in 5 productive ways. Before the CMMS, the plant faced challenges such as reactive maintenance due to staff shortages, inefficient inventory management, and poor team communication. With the CMMS, the plant experienced increased equipment uptime, streamlined maintenance processes, enhanced inventory management, improved communication, and better decision-making through real-

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Gold Coast manufacturer secures Hunter class frigate contract

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Aastels/stock.adobe.com Queensland manufacturer Craig International Ballistics will supply ballistic protection windows for the first three Hunter class frigates under an agreement with BAE Systems Maritime Australia. The Gold Coast-based company has secured a contract to provide transparent armour on anti-submarine warfare warships being built for the Royal Australian Navy as part of the Hunter Class Frigate Program.

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Airbus shows off its helicopter-plane hybrid vehicle in public for the first time

E&T

Airbus has unveiled its helicopter-plane hybrid vehicle, dubbed the Racer, to the public for the first time.

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‘Super cute please like’: the unstoppable rise of Shein – podcast

The Guardian Manufacturing

It is taking fast fashion to ever faster and ever cheaper extremes, and making billions from it. Why is the whole world shopping at Shein? By Nicole Lipman Continue reading.

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Highway to decarbonisation: A look at the Electric Freightway project

SMMT

There is much for the road transport industry to learn before the end of sale of diesel-powered trucks in 2040, but if companies start out on their electrification journeys now, the road to decarbonise will not have to look so daunting. Launched last October, the purpose of the Electric Freightway programme is to provide both support and subsidy to hauliers, to see how feasibly and quickly they can decarbonise their fleets given the right conditions.

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Deliver Mission Critical Insights in Real Time with Data & Analytics

In the fast-moving manufacturing sector, delivering mission-critical data insights to empower your end users or customers can be a challenge. Traditional BI tools can be cumbersome and difficult to integrate - but it doesn't have to be this way. Logi Symphony offers a powerful and user-friendly solution, allowing you to seamlessly embed self-service analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting directly into your applications.

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UK ATC to start building scientific instruments for the world’s ‘biggest eye on the sky’

E&T

The Extremely Large Telescope, currently under construction in the Chilean desert, will feature a range of scientific instruments, the first of which has now entered manufacture.

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Comau launches new range of small industrial robots

Robotics Automation News

Comau has debuted its new S-Family of small yet powerful robots at the recent Automate event, North America’s leading automation show. The first two high-speed robots, with payloads of 13 kg and up to 18 kg, are expressly indicated for assembly, arc welding and handling applications where accuracy, repeatability and speed are non-negotiable.

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New Kwik Kut-100 Cutting Machine

Fabricating & Metal Work

The Kwik Kut — Made in the USA — is a versatile, programmable benchtop machine engineered for precision cutting of rubber, plastic, and elastomers, including tubing, belts, and extrusions. Simply input the desired length and quantity, and press “GO.” It boasts a state-of-the-art touchscreen display with advanced embedded controls and includes a memory card capable of storing hundreds of cutting recipes.