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2025 LEAP Awards will open for nominations on Wednesday!

Design World

The LEAP Awards (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) celebrates the most innovative and forward-thinking products serving the design engineering space. This dynamic competition honors the most innovative engineered products/components across several of ourflagship brands: Design World, Fluid Power World, EE World, and Engineering.com. Submissions for the 2025 LEAP Awards program are being accepted starting Wednesday,… The post 2025 LEAP Awards will open for nominations on Wednes

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Hyundai to buy ‘tens of thousands’ of Boston Dynamics robots

Robotics Business Review

Hyundai Motor Group plans to implement Boston Dynamics’ robot line, including its Atlas humanoid, Spot quadruped, and Stretch trailer-unloading robots. | Source: Boston Dynamics Boston Dynamics Inc. and Hyundai Motor Group yesterday announced plans to deepen their partnership, which includes Hyundai purchasing “tens of thousands” of robots in the coming years.

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Best month ever for new EV registrations but market share misses mandated target

SMMT

New car market rises 12.4% during plate change month as private retail buyers slowly return. Battery electric car uptake rises to highest ever volume at 69,313 units but 19.4% market share still below target set by Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate. Industry maintains call for accelerated regulatory review and government incentives to raise demand to required level.

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Lanner introduces EAI-I510 edge AI computer

Design World

Lanner Electronics has launched the EAI-I510 edge AI computer, designed to enhance city safety through AI-powered video analytics. Equipped with Intel Core Ultra Series 2 (Arrow Lake H) processors, the EAI-I510 supports video analytics applications such as intrusion detection, facial recognition, and public safety monitoring. Designed for real-time AI inference at the edge, it offers… The post Lanner introduces EAI-I510 edge AI computer appeared first on Design World.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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SICK’s End-of-Arm-Safeguard (EOAS) for Universal Robots excites distributors with possibilities for human-robot collaboration

i4.0 today

A collaboration between SICK Sensor Intelligence and Universal Robots has created the End-of-Arm-Safeguard (EOAS), enabling more effective human-robot collaboration than ever before. A world-first, the patented technology ensures robots and humans can work in closer proximity with improved safety as the technology is mounted directly onto a robotic arm.

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TerraVest Industries Inc. announces acquisition of L.B.T. Inc.

Canadian Manufacturing

TORONTO — TerraVest Industries Inc. announces that it has acquired L.B.T. Inc. a North American manufacturer of tank trailers. LBT was acquired for an enterprise value of approximately US$16.0 million, including the assumption of certain liabilities, and subject to customary closing adjustments. Headquartered in Omaha Nebraska, LBT is a manufacturer of tank trailers serving the North American transportation industry.

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UK demand for new vans shrinks for fourth month running

SMMT

New light commercial vehicle (LCV) registrations down -3.2% in March, marking fourth consecutive monthly decline. Surging demand for pick-ups ahead of double-cab tax impact, while other key segments bar small vans shrink in volume. Record monthly volume of electric uptake after 40.3% growth but still represents just half the 16% market share that is mandated for 2025.

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Viksit Bharat: Ready for Tomorrow

Dinesh Mishra

Dynamic Manufacturing India | MarchApril 2025 Edition | Aerospace Special Indias aerospace and defence sector is witnessing unprecedented growth, driven by bold reforms, global collaborations, and visionary leadership. The MarchApril 2025 Aerospace Special issue of Dynamic Manufacturing India captures the pulse of this dynamic transformation, with exclusive insights from Aero India 2025 Asias premier aerospace and defence exhibition.

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Japan-owned UK glass factory could shut if no buyer found, risking 250 jobs

The Guardian Manufacturing

Closure of Nippon Electric Glass plant would put further pressure on Rachel Reevess industrial strategy Business live latest updates A glass factory in Wigan that produces fibreglass for electric cars and wind turbines faces closure and the loss of 250 jobs unless its Japanese owner can find a new partner or a buyer. In the latest blow to Britains industrial base, Nippon Electric Glass (NEG) announced a strategic review of its composites business Electric Glass Fiber UK (EGF), which it expects

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Retrofits Are Falling Short: Here’s Why You Need MES + ERP Together

Manufacturing today requires both agility and precision. Traditional ERP systems provide enterprise-wide management but lack real-time execution power needed on the shop floor. ION Factory OS by First Resonance bridges this gap, combining the strengths of ERP and MES for seamless integration. While ERP handles long-term strategic oversight, ION Factory OS delivers real-time production control, ensuring speed, flexibility, and precision.

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Serve Robotics saddles up for autonomous delivery in Dallas-Fort Worth via Uber Eats

Robotics Automation News

Serve Robotics, a provider of autonomous sidewalk delivery solutions, has launched its service in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area.

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Food Processing Skills Canada report shows changing habits due to U.S. trade war

Canadian Manufacturing

OTTAWA On Apr. 3, Food Processing Skills Canada (FPSC) released their consumer research report, Impact of US Tariffs on Canadian Food Consumer Behaviour. This report is reportedly part of a series of consumer surveys gathering insights into Canadians’ grocery shopping habits, perceptions of available products, and response to increasing food prices and inflation.

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H2 Clipper unveils swarm robotics innovation that it says will ‘transform aviation and aerospace manufacturing’

Robotics Automation News

H2 Clipper, a developer of sustainable hydrogen-based infrastructure and transportation, has been granted US Patent No. 12,234,035 for the companys innovative approach to using autonomous and semi-autonomous robotic swarms in aircraft and aerospace manufacturing. This milestone marks H2Cs 15th awarded patent.

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LIGNA.Stage 2025 Set to Spotlight Circular Economy, Innovation, and Collaboration

Dinesh Mishra

Hanover, Germany. In LIGNAs 50 th anniversary year, LIGNA.Stage will once again be located in Hall 12. All presentation slots are already fully booked from Monday to Thursday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and on Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Various LIGNA exhibitors are participating, including the European Organisation of the Sawmill Industry (EOS), the Fachagentur Nachwachsende Rohstoffe e.

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6 Common Production Scheduling Mistakes Manufacturers Make

Effective shop floor production planning and execution can be challenging. Despite technological advancements and methodologies, many manufacturing production managers still encounter issues that result in late orders, cash flow difficulties, and dissatisfied customers. These challenges can disrupt operations, reduce efficiency, and impact overall profitability.

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Silent-Aire opens new facility in Alta.

Canadian Manufacturing

NISKU — Silent-Aire, a Johnson Controls company, announces the grand opening of CarinaSilent-Aire’s 5th and largest manufacturing facility in Canada at 145,000 sq. ft., reportedly featuring 2 manufacturing lines and supporting over 200 employees. As a lighthouse facility, the company says it is committing to innovation and advanced manufacturing.

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Do You Know Modbus TCP/IP Basics?

Automation World

Learn how Modbus TCP/IP keeps things simple with this quiz.

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Argo Corporation launches its Smart Routing™ transit system

Canadian Manufacturing

Argo X1 Electric Bux (CNW Group/ARGO CORPORATION) TORONTO Argo Corporation, involved in transit solutions, announces the staged rollout of its Smart Routing transit system in Bradford West Gwillimbury (BWG), Ontario. This new transit system begins providing residents with an app that allows them to request a ride near their door for a standard transit fare, with Smart Routes dynamically adding stops based on rider demand.

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STMicroelectronics’ chips power robotic lawnmowers from Segway

Robotics Automation News

STMicroelectronics, a semiconductor company, has collaborated with Segway to equip its latest range of robotic lawnmowers with precision positioning and extended satellite-signal coverage bringing their operational efficiency and safety to the next level. Reliable and precise satellite navigation is crucial for boundary-wire-free robotic lawnmowers to be able to autonomously navigate and operate safely.

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Agility Amid Tariffs & Supply Chain Disruptions

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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FANUC Commits to Supporting Innovation in the North and Scotland

i4.0 today

Automation experts FANUC UK have doubled down on their commitment to support innovation in manufacturing with the announcement of a dedicated Business Development Manager for the North of England and Scotland. Tony Bentham will be instrumental in helping businesses and academic institutions across the region to embrace cutting edge robotics to enhance their productivity, sustainability and profitability.

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Hanover Messe 2025 lands in Saudi Arabia this December

Robotics Automation News

In a strategic move that underscores its growing role in global industrial development, the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources has a signed a trilateral agreement with Deutsche Messe and Riyadh Exhibition Company to launch the Industrial Transformation Exhibition in Saudi Arabia.

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BrainChip Partners with RTX’s Raytheon for AFRL Radar Contract

i4.0 today

BrainChip Holdings Ltd (ASX: BRN, OTCQX: BRCHF, ADR: BCHPY), the worlds first commercial producer of ultra-low power, fully digital, event-based, neuromorphic AI, today announced that it is partnering with Raytheon Company, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, to service a contract for $1.8M from the Air Force Research Laboratory on neuromorphic radar signaling processing.

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Velan Inc. announces completion of permanent divestiture from asbestos-related liabilities

Canadian Manufacturing

MONTREAL — Velan Inc., a manufacturer of industrial valves, announced the successful completion of the permanent divestiture of its asbestos-related liabilities to an affiliate of Global Risk Capital at a cost to the Company of approximately US$143 million. Originally announced on January 14, 2025, the Asbestos Divestiture Transaction reportedly marks a significant step in Velan’s strategic financial realignment.

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Emergent Energy Optimizes Steam Systems with Panoramic Power’s Technology

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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Carolina Handling partners with Kinexon to develop autonomous mobile robots

Robotics Automation News

Carolina Handling has partnered with Kinexon, a develop real-time tracking and automated operations, to provide AGV and AMR fleet management solutions to its customers. Kinexons fleet management software integrates and communicates with diverse groups of automated guided vehicles and autonomous mobile robots, regardless of the manufacturer or type.

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Delvitech Expands Its Presence in Germany with the Appointment of Bijan Thomas Rahideh as Representative

i4.0 today

Delvitech, a leader in AI-driven automated optical inspection solutions, is strengthening its position in the German-speaking market by appointing Bijan Thomas Rahideh as its representative for Bavaria, Austria, and German-speaking regions of Switzerland. This move follows the establishment of Delvitech GmbH in 2024 and marks a significant step in the companys expansion.

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Neo Performance Materials and Globe Metals & Mining sign MOU

Canadian Manufacturing

TORONTO Neo Performance Materials Inc. has signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with Globe Metals & Mining Ltd. for the offtake of up to 150 metric tonnes per year (MTPY) of niobium pentoxide from the Kanyika Niobium Project in Malawi. Key Highlights The MOU provides the framework for the parties to negotiate a binding commercial offtake agreement for the supply of niobium pentoxide from Globe’s Kanyika Project in Malawi.

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Evri to trial AI-powered robot delivery dog in bid to speed up service

E&T

Delivery service Evri has confirmed it will trial an autonomous robot delivery dog later this year that will work with human staff to cut delivery times.

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Accelerate Americas Manufacturing Agility & Supply Chain Resilience

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.

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Banner Releases Latest Sensor Solutions for Condition Monitoring

Control.com

Banner Engineerings newest sensors monitor pressure and dew point in compressed air systems and temperature and humidity in industrial environments to ensure operational efficiency and safety.

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Sightline’s railing fabrications are in the game at stadiums everywhere

The Fabricator

Minnesota-based Sightline Commercial Solutions work in handrails, platforms, and expanded seating is prominent in some of North Americas premier sports arenas and stadiums.

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Transport Infrastructure Outlook 2025: Key Insights

Manufacturing Management

Transport Infrastructure Outlook 2025 report, published by Ansarada, a procurement management platform, covers key themes such as expected transport infrastructure spending growth.

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