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Mitsubishi Electric Corporation Leads Series B Investment in Realtime Robotics

Gary Mintchell

Investments seldom interest me. This one in the robotics area should be noticed when we consider the usual lifecycle path of a start up technology company. Realtime Robotics , the leader in collision-free autonomous motion planning for industrial robots, today announced that it has secured a strategic investment from Mitsubishi Electric Corporation.

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Softing Industrial expands edgeConnector with ARM 32-bit compatibility

Design World

Softing Industrial announces the integration of ARM 32-bit compatibility into its edgeConnector products, meeting the increasing demand for edge applications using ARM processors. ARM 32-bit compatibility expands the application range of edgeConnector, allowing Softing Industrial to meet the growing demand for compact edge devices powered by ARM processors.

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Detroit launching robotaxi pilot for people with mobility issues

Robotics Business Review

May Mobility is launching a robotaxi pilot program in Detroit for people with disabilities age 62 and older. The service will be available to select residents of Detroit starting from June 20, 2024 through 2026. May Mobility will deploy three robotaxis , including two wheelchair-accessible vehicles, to help participants achieve greater access to healthcare facilities, shopping centers, jobs, and social and recreational activities.

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LogiDrive by NORD provides a complete drive solution

Design World

LogiDrive complete drive solutions from NORD DRIVESYSTEMS reduce planning and commissioning efforts through cost-effective, standardized designs engineered to industry standards and application requirements. These solutions are aligned with the intralogistics and material handling of the Post & Parcel, Airport, and warehouse logistics industries.

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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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igus acquires Atronia, invests in smart plastics sensors for Industry 4.0

Robotics Business Review

igus has acquired Atronia, its partner for the iSense EC.W sensor. Source: igus The combination of sensing with motion plastics, which eliminate the need for lubricants, promises easier-to-maintain machinery for Industry 4.0. igus, a global leader in motion plastics and moving cable management systems, last week acquired the majority stake in Atronia Tailored Sensing.

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Regal Rexnord unveils next generation of Perceptiv

Design World

Regal Rexnord Corporation has launched the next-generation Perceptiv Intelligent Reliability and Maintenance Solution for condition monitoring and predictive maintenance in industrial manufacturing. This next evolution of the Perceptiv ecosystem offers customers a unified platform to meet the growing reliability needs industrial manufacturers face today.

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New acquisition supports Portland Bolt’s expansion into the Southeast

Design World

Portland Bolt & Manufacturing Co., LLC (Portland Bolt), a leading domestic manufacturer and global provider of anchor bolts and nonstandard, custom fasteners, today announced it has acquired the South Carolina manufacturing and galvanizing operations of Southern Anchor Bolt Co. “At Southern Anchor Bolt, we are thrilled to be partnering with Portland Bolt” The acquisition highlights… The post New acquisition supports Portland Bolt’s expansion into the Southeast appeared first on Design

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New Modbus-Enabled Closed-Loop Stepper Motor From Autonics

Control.com

The accuracy and reliability of the AiC-MT series of stepper motor systems have been expanded with the addition of Ethernet-based Modbus TCP communications and software for parameter adjustment.

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Alabama Aerospace opens distribution facility in Southern California

Design World

Alabama Aerospace, a Birmingham Fastener company, is expanding to California with the opening of a facility in Santa Fe Springs this month. This new facility will help businesses in the western United States that have aerospace, military, and rocket projects access inventory quicker. “My team and I are committed to meeting customer requirements while exceeding… The post Alabama Aerospace opens distribution facility in Southern California appeared first on Design World.

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Technical Language Processing Community of Interest 2024 Meeting

NIST Manufacturing

Join Us for the 2024 TLP COI Meeting and Workshop The Technical Language Processing Community of Interest (TLP COI) in collaboration with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) cordially invites you to participate in the upcoming

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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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WA’s first electric bus ready to hit the roads for testing

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Belish/stock.adobe.com The first electric bus to be manufactured as part of a joint $250 million Australian and Western Australian Government initiative has now been completed. The inaugural electric bus was built and manufactured locally at the Volgren facility in Malaga, in Perth’s north. The bus will be one of 18 electric buses used on the CBD CAT bus routes.

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Labour Manifesto: party plans energy, rail and infrastructure shake-up

E&T

The Labour Party has finally unveiled its manifesto for the next general election, making pledges to introduce measures designed to improve the UK’s energy and transport infrastructure while bolstering industry.

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Understanding Structured Light Scanning Measurements

Modern Machine Shop

Structured light scanning is used to create a 3D rendering of a physical object. The structured light scanner contains a projector which projects a light pattern onto the test object and one or more cameras which capture the distorted pattern created by the object’s surface (two cameras are typical). The images captured by the cameras are analyzed to identify the object’s shape.

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Networking Woes | How And Why To Change the IP Address of my Computer?

Control.com

Every method of connecting to an industrial device—USB, serial, or Ethernet—poses challenges. For Ethernet, we often must adjust the IP address of our PC, not only the device itself.

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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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As You Sow Hands Out Many Fs in Plastics Promises Scorecard

Plastics Today

The group ranks 225 major companies based on their progress in meeting sustainability goals.

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Scientists urge drastic cuts to nitrous oxide emissions to prevent rampant global warming

E&T

Emissions of potent greenhouse gas nitrous oxide have been rising steadily since 1980, which could have “dire consequences for the planet,” researchers from the Global Carbon Project have said.

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Brands falling behind sustainable packaging promises, report says

Plastics News

A new scorecard from an environmental investment group says global brands are falling behind on promises to make their plastics packaging more sustainable.

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Hydrogen Hilux project reaches demonstration phase

SMMT

A project to develop a hydrogen fuel cell Toyota Hilux pick-up has moved to its final phase. Since the unveiling of the first prototype vehicle in September last year, 10 fuel cell Hilux prototypes have been built at the manufacturer’s Burnaston facility in Derbyshire. Currently, five of these are undergoing rigorous field testing to assess safety, performance, functionality and durability, generating test drive data in real-world situations.

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

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Electronics Manufacturers face a future full of challenges – Are you ready?

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: ECI Solutions The world of electronics manufacturing is in flux. While demand for smaller, faster, and more powerful devices continues to soar, manufacturers face complex disruptions. Forget business as usual–traditional approaches struggle to keep pace with a volatile market, shifting regulations, and evolving consumer demands. Are you ready to adapt and thrive in this challenging environment?

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Resin Price Report: Resin Demand Heats Up as Summer Starts

Plastics Today

The heightened activity coincides with the peak season for many industries, such as construction, automotive, and packaging.

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Monash University and Tata Steel partner for sustainable innovation centre

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: ABCDstock/stock.adobe.com Monash University and Tata Steel have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to set up a sustainability focused Centre for Innovation on Environment and Intelligent Manufacturing. The centre will focus on global challenges including decarbonisation, sustainable resource recovery, and technologies towards smart manufacturing.

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Bolster SaaS Security Posture Management with Zero Trust Architecture

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

According to AppOmni’s 2023 State of SaaS Security report, 79% of organizations reported a SaaS security incident during the preceding 12-month period. As enterprises incrementally store and process more sensitive data in SaaS applications, it is no surprise that the security of these applications has come into greater focus.

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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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Compressed air system down! Pharma customer needed oil-free air. Quick!

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Atlas Copco Specialty Rental Australia Atlas Copco’s customer’s oil-free compressed air installation suffered an unexpected breakdown. Jeopardizing production was only one of the severe consequences if the (oil-free) air didn’t start flowing again … soon! When faced with a critical situation, who do you call? Time was running out. Understanding the urgency and importance of the situation, Atlas Copco Rental swiftly mobilized resources to provide the right solution … Quickly.

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Operationalizing our custom “SOC in a Box” at the RSA Conference 2024

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Cisco engineers often face the challenge of setting up a Security Operations Center in two days at global events. Aditya Sankar explains the process with our “SOC in a Box” in this blog.

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Quebec’s InnovMetric secures $45M investment from the Fonds de solidarité FTQ

Automation Mag

Quebec-based InnovMetric is entering into the next stage of its development with a $45 million investment from the Fonds de solidarité FTQ. The investment will support the long-term growth of the company, which is celebrating its 30th year in business this year. “This announcement with the Fonds de solidarité FTQ network allows us to join forces with a strong financial partner that will support us in our next phase of growth.

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Education 4.0: The Role of AI in Transforming Education

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

UNESCO's latest report finds many hurdles to better education worldwide. As we seek an Education 4.0 environment, can AI make a difference?

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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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TMCO expands contract manufacturing capabilities in Nebraska

The Fabricator

TMCO Inc. has leased 54,000 sq. ft. of industrial space in Lincoln, Neb., to expand its contract metal manufacturing capabilities. The company employs more than 230 people at its existing facility. Production at the new facility is expected to begin in July 2024. The new space will feature.

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Top Takeaways from the Cisco Live 2024 DevNet Zone: AI, Programmability, and More

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

See how Cisco DevNet provides the resources and community automation engineers need to leveraging AI when building smarter, more efficient solutions.

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Tab Industries adds laser welding capabilities

The Fabricator

Metalworking manufacturer Tab Industries LLC has added a Bescutter 3,000-W fiber laser welding machine to its 44,000-sq.-ft. Reading, Pa., facility.

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Embracing New Additions With Cisco’s Child Bonding Leave

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

With Cisco's Child Bonding Policy and supportive culture, Program Manager Wallid S. was there with and for his family for the birth of his fourth child.

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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!