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Redefining Manufacturing with Digital Transformation

Automation World

As industry confronts the challenges of efficiency, cybersecurity, workforce shortages and the integration of emerging technologies, adopting smart manufacturing practices is emerging as a critical component of success.

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SCARA operate At high speed, with semi-conductor positioning accuracy using BXR-LE brakes from Miki Pulley

Design World

Precise positioning of semi-conductor wafers during SCARA assembly operations requires instantaneous braking and holding power while minimizing heat in the system. The latest compact and slender Miki Pulley BXR-LE brake models provide the needed perfectly controlled braking in a confined area of the system using minimal power. Cycle time is critical in semiconductor assembly.

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New Connectivity Tech Saves Control Cabinet Space

Automation World

Advances in power distribution technology enable one compact terminal block to feed up to 10 outputs with one input while shrinking the DIN rail space needed from 80 mm to 16 mm.

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Insights from the 2024 AMUG Conference

Design World

Software, sustainability, and scaling are top-of-mind for additive manufacturing professionals. Design World shares findings from this year’s AMUG Conference and a glimpse of what’s to come. Once again, the Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) Conference lived up to its reputation as a haven for 3D printing professionals to gather, exchange knowledge, and have a good […] The post Insights from the 2024 AMUG Conference appeared first on Design World.

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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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A visit to Automate 2024 reveals the future might be now

The Fabricator

Metal fabricators won’t have to wait too long before they see the latest automation and robotic innovations on display at Automate 2024 in their own shops.

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Coherix, EMU partner on factory of the future technology program

Design World

Michigan-based Coherix is working with Eastern Michigan University (EMU) in Ypsilanti to develop “factory-of-the-future” manufacturing and assembly technology. The three-year program at the university’s GameAbove College of Engineering and Technology is focused on precision-manufacturing applications in the growing field of adhesive-dispensing technology and is supported by a $385,000 grant from Coherix.

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KUKA’s latest robotic solution for enhanced chip production

Design World

Semiconductor fabricators are currently seeing a prime window to initiate capital investment projects that increase operational efficiency and blunt the effects of a skilled workforce shortage. To help fabs meet the anticipated increase in demand for 2025 and beyond, KUKA Robotics, in collaboration with the world’s leading semiconductor fabricators, has developed its latest robotic solution… The post KUKA’s latest robotic solution for enhanced chip production appeared first on

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MMI’s Symani surgical robot used in first U.S. clinical cases

Robotics Business Review

MMI’s Symani system for robotic-assisted microsurgeries has tiny instruments operated by a surgeon using OperaAir controllers. | Source: MMI Editor’s Note: This article was syndicated from The Robot Report’s sibling site MassDevice. MMI (incorporated as Medical Microinstruments ) today announced the Symani surgical robotics platform’s first clinical cases in the U.S.

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PMI Industries, Inc. earns NAVSEA S9320-AM-PRO-020 certification

Design World

PMI Industries, Inc., a global leader in engineered solutions for underwater marine cable connectors and subsea cable terminations, recently earned the prestigious certification as a NAVSEA S9320-AM-PRO-020 approved molding facility from the U.S. Navy’s Submarine Maintenance Engineering, Planning and Procurement (SUBMEPP). By achieving this highly sought-after qualification, PMI is one of only a handful of… The post PMI Industries, Inc. earns NAVSEA S9320-AM-PRO-020 certification appeared

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Techman launches heavy payload TM30S cobot

Robotics Business Review

Techman’s new TM30S cobot is designed for various industrial tasks. | Source: Techman Robotics Techman Robot launched its TM30S collaborative robot arm for palletizing this week. The TM30S is an extension of the Taiwan-based company’s TM AI cobot series. The TM30S has a maximum payload of 35 kg (77.16 lbs) and a reach of 1,702 mm (67.01 in) across six joints.

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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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Next DLP Announces First Security Solution to Automatically Map to MITRE’s Insider Threat Knowledge Base

Gary Mintchell

Cybersecurity updates and news continue to fill my inbox. This one combines the trend toward working together for the common good. Next DLP (“Next”), a leader in data loss prevention and insider threat solutions, announced that their Reveal Platform is the first Insider Risk Management solution to automatically map detection events to MITRE Engenuity Center for Threat-Informed Defense’s (“Center”) expanded Insider Threat Knowledge Base (ITKB 2.0).

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Porsche Recalls Thousands of Taycans Over Faulty Batteries

Industry Week

As Porsche's first electric model, the Taycan is key for the German brand, which expects 80% of its sales to be electric by 2030.

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Plastic Pail Earns Sustainable Stripes

Plastics Today

Milacron and partners perfect the injection molding of a precise layer of recycled content — mechanical or advanced processes — to sustainably boost the eco-footprint of 5-gal plastic pails.

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As the Thames Barrier reaches 40, officials say it will need adaptations for rising sea levels

E&T

As the Thames Barrier hits its 40th anniversary, officials have said it will need upgrades in the future to cope with rising sea levels and extreme weather caused by climate change.

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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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First class facilities: Truckstops to be upgraded with £16.5m funding

SMMT

Truckstops across England are to invest in more parking spaces, better welfare facilities and safer rest areas after the government announced a new funding package to help operators improve their sites. Under the plans, 38 truckstops around England will receive £6 million from the Department for Transport’s (DfT) HGV Parking and Driver Welfare grant scheme, with a further £10.5 million coming from industry, to significantly upgrade facilities for drivers.

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Automate 2024 in Chicago: The Exciting First Days of the Show

Control.com

Chicago has been the hub of high-tech automation technology for the past several days. Check out some of the amazing new and innovative tech to discover the trends we can expect for 2024 and beyond.

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Boeing supplier regularly shipped parts with defects, whistleblower alleges

The Guardian Manufacturing

Santiago Paredes says he raised concerns over defects on fuselages leaving Spirit AeroSystems factory A former employee of Boeing’s largest supplier has alleged that key aircraft parts regularly left the factory with serious defects. Santiago Paredes, who worked for Spirit AeroSystems in Kansas between 2010 and 2022, said he was used to finding “anywhere from 50 to 100, 200” defects on fuselages – the main body of the plane – that were being shipped to Boeing, and he felt threatened for raising

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Australia will ramp up production and use of gas until ‘2050 and beyond’

E&T

A new policy published by the Australian government promises to prolong the production and use of natural gas throughout the transition to net zero emissions by 2050.

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

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The season for NBT Summer Manufacturing Camps nears

The Fabricator

Thanks to grants made possible by Nuts, BoltsandThingamajigs, the foundation of the Fabricators and Manufacturers Association (FMA), Elgin, Ill., more than 300 summer camps will be held in 30 different states, reaching more than 5,000 students.

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U.S. Navy Invests Heavily in Shoring Up Manufacturing Base

Modern Machine Shop

If you read Modern Machine Shop , you almost certainly know about the dreaded skills gap — the difference between the demand for skilled manufacturers and the number of people capable of filling those roles. We have written numerous times about the value of career and technical education (CTE) for high schools, as well as the need to network existing technical education programs around the country.

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Simbe partners with Plexus to scale Tally inventory robot

Robotics Business Review

Simbe is now selling and deploying large fleets of its Tally inventory scanning robots to large retailers. | Credit: Simbe Simbe Robotics has partnered with Plexus Corp. to manufacture its Tally inventory scanning robot to meet growing demand. Plexus will assist Simbe’s growing operations and customer base, which spans numerous countries, and enable the company to meet surging interest from prospective retail partners globally.

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The Coolest Thing We Saw at NPE on Day Three: UBQ’s Alchemy

Plastics Today

Cleantech firm takes household garbage — think dirty diapers and banana peels — and converts it into thermoplastic resin suitable for molding or extrusion in standard equipment.

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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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Climate concerns: Personal advice on how to navigate eco-anxiety

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

This Mental Health Awareness Month, Cisco employees working in sustainability share how they cope with eco-anxiety.

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Sanctuary AI, Microsoft partner to enhance AI development for general purpose robots

Automation Mag

Sanctuary AI is collaborating with Microsoft on the development of AI models for general purpose humanoid robots, including Sanctuary AI’s Phoenix. The companies will reportedly work together to enhance AI research and development. Sanctuary AI will leverage Microsoft’s Azure cloud resources for AI workloads. Sanctuary AI explains in a press statement that building on the foundation of Large Language Models (LLMs), the company is making progress toward “Large Behaviour Models” (LBMs)

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Tormach CNC Mill Minimizes Machining Vibrations

Modern Machine Shop

Source: Tormach Inc. Tormach new 1500MX three-axis, servo-driven mill features linear rails with an epoxy granite frame that combines professional-grade capabilities with easy-to-use, compact versatility, making it well suited for both commercial enterprises and enthusiasts. This mill offers faster feed rates, increased precision, superior vibration damping and higher horsepower at a fraction of the cost of competitive models, according to the company.

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Coherix, EMU partner on factory of the future technology program

Motion Control Tips

Michigan-based Coherix is working with Eastern Michigan University (EMU) in Ypsilanti to develop “factory-of-the-future” manufacturing and assembly technology. The three-year program at the university’s GameAbove College of Engineering and Technology is focused on precision-manufacturing applications in the growing field of adhesive-dispensing technology and is supported by a $385,000 grant from Coherix.

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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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Tips and Tricks for Maximizing Profit in Selling Counter Strike 2 Skins

Robotics Automation News

In the dynamic world of gaming, Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) has become a juggernaut, captivating players with its immersive gameplay and intricate skin system. Skins have not only become a form of personal expression but also a potential source of income for avid players.

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CHIPS Act to triple US semiconductor production by 2032, report finds

E&T

A new report estimates that the US will triple its domestic semiconductor manufacturing capacity between 2022 and 2032 following the introduction of the CHIPS and Science Act.

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High Melt Strength PP Foam Reduces Vehicle Emissions, Increases Recyclability

Plastics Today

Sabic is exhibiting two transportation applications at NPE that demonstrate the lightweighting, processing, and sustainability features of its PP-UMS foam resin.

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New plant lab will help scientists optimise crops for ‘tomorrow’s atmosphere today’

E&T

A unique £3m facility at the University of Essex will help scientists optimise plant performance and increase their resilience as our climate changes.

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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!