Design World

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Dodge Industrial, Inc., announced the expansion of OPTIFY, their renowned Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solution for complete powertrain condition monitoring. The OPTIFY Breather, the premier intelligent desiccant breather, allows customers to tap into the power of the Dodge condition monitoring platform to remotely monitor breather status for extended gearbox life and streamlined maintenance.

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Gary Mintchell

OCTOBER 1, 2024

I have two pieces of news regarding The Open Process Automation Forum. These came just as I was wondering if the organization had been making any more progress. I have unfortunately seen enough of these open automation standards attempts to wonder if this one will go much farther—especially given the maturity of the market. This group started as a response to the high cost of upgrading automation systems in the field in the process industries.

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Design World

OCTOBER 1, 2024

LEM launches the new SMU family. The Single Monitoring Unit (SMU) brings previously unseen performance levels to all types of EV technologies – Full Hybrid Electric Vehicles (FHEVs), Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs), and Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs). The new modular SMU family meets the needs of designers of automotive battery management systems (BMS) who […] The post Single monitoring unit ams to extend EV range appeared first on Design World.

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Automation World

OCTOBER 1, 2024

MachineMetrics releases a new automated schedule intelligence software that uses real-time machine data for better scheduling accuracy, work-in-process optimization and on-time delivery.

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Design World

OCTOBER 1, 2024

binder has introduced flange components for its PBC15 cable connector system, designed for industrial applications requiring compact and robust connectors capable of transmitting high currents and voltages. The PBC15 connector system is suitable for transmitting power and signals via cable, with shielding options available for applications demanding high signal integrity or electromagnetic transmission.

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Automation World

OCTOBER 1, 2024

ABB’s GoFa cobot family has been integrated into Vention’s Manufacturing Automation Platform.

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Control.com

OCTOBER 1, 2024

MACHINUM, the new CNC digitalization portfolio from Siemens, integrates several software technologies to build a digital profile that can be used to optimize machining processes.

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Design World

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Group Four Transducers, Inc. has announced the appointment of Michael Hunter as chief executive officer. Michael will oversee Group Four’s global operations and drive strategic growth initiatives. With over 40 years of leadership experience in investment banking and real estate development, Michael has advised on high-profile mergers and acquisitions for multi-billion-dollar companies.

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Robotics Automation News

OCTOBER 1, 2024

MassRobotics, a robotics innovation organization, has revealed its 2024 Robotics Medal and Rising Star recipients at the IEEE ICRA@40 conference in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The Robotics Medal is the world’s first major prize to recognize the wide-ranging impact of female researchers focusing on the development of robotics around the globe.

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Design World

OCTOBER 1, 2024

ElectroCraft has announced the launch of the new ‘EZ Drive’, a cutting-edge motor drive designed specifically for use with brushless DC motors. This innovative product is set to redefine efficiency and ease-of-use in a wide range of applications, from industrial automation to medical and laboratory equipment. The EZ Drive is part of the ElectroCraft CompletePower… The post ElectroCraft unveils EZ Drive for brushless dc motors appeared first on Design World.

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Background A revolution in collaborative robots (cobots) promises to change how assistive care is delivered to the elderly, how people interact with their work environment and even how surgeons perform heart surgery. RLS d.o.o. , a Renishaw associate company, has over many years cultivated a value-added partnership with the German company, TQ-RoboDrive , part of the TQ-Group.

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The Fabricator

OCTOBER 1, 2024

After seeing what Tecnar’s latest robotic welding software could, it didn’t take long for the staff at one fabricator to embrace it. Tecnar’s latest robotic welding and software package.

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 1, 2024

September 2024 brought unique business deals, exciting events, and even the return of a robotics industry veteran. Other popular stories this month gave insights into the state of the robotics industry worldwide. Here are the top 10 most popular stories on The Robot Report this past month. Subscribe to The Robot Report Newsletter or listen to The Robot Report Podcast to stay up to date on all the robotics developments you need to know about. 10. 6 robotics startups competing in RoboBusiness Pitc

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

OCTOBER 1, 2024

SAN ANTONIO, TX. – October 1, 2024 – Frost & Sullivan assessed the laboratory information management systems (LIMS) industry and, based on its findings, recognizes LabVantage Solutions with the 2024 Global Company of the Year Award. A leading provider of comprehensive laboratory (lab) informatics platforms, LabVantage Solutions offers differentiated, value-added solutions to transform data into knowledge and empower laboratories to address emerging business challenges and capitalize on futur

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The M5 robots can carry totes across warehouses for order picking. | Source: Quicktron Robotics Quicktron Intelligent Technology Co. last month said it has raised more than $100 million in a Series D funding round. The mobile robot provider said it plans to use the funds to expand its global market share and continue to enhance its products and user experience. “As global demand for intelligent warehousing and logistics solutions continues to grow, Quicktron will fully utilize the funds fr

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MRPEasy

OCTOBER 1, 2024

High-precision measuring device manufacturer Optimec Systems opted for a day-one MRP system implementation. For four years, MRPeasy has continued to handle all production and inventory management complexities. High-tech optical measuring equipment from the UK Optimec Systems Limited (OSL) is an engineering company that produces high-precision measuring equipment for lens manufacturers.

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The PBC15 cable connector from binder comes with flange components to support industrial applications. Source: binder Today’s demanding industrial applications require compact, robust connectors that can reliably transmit high currents and voltages, noted Binder USA LP. The provider of circular connectors today announced special flange components that act as plug-in partners for its PBC15 cable connector.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Image: AMGC The Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre ( AMGC ) has appointed Matthew Cronin as its new State Director Western Australia. Cronin will oversee the delivery of an $8 million collaborative program to accelerate the participation of advanced manufacturing in the State’s growing wind energy industry. The appointment follows a collaborative agreement signed by the Western Australian Government and AMGC in May.

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Speaker: Shalini Dinesh

Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The new partnership promises to expand the reach of autonomous deliveries. Source: Serve Robotics, Wing Aviation Ground robots and aerial drones will soon collaborate for last-mile deliveries. Serve Robotics Inc. and Wing Aviation LLC today announced a pilot partnership. In the coming months, a Serve robot will pick up orders and deliver them to a Wing drone AutoLoader a few blocks away for aerial delivery to customers as far as six miles away. “Robot-to-drone delivery will enable merchant

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Passwords are a problem and it’s hard to make a good one. So what can you do? Make them long, make them random, and maybe use a password manager.

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Automation Mag

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Canada’s manufacturing economy showed improvement in September. The seasonally adjusted S&P Global Canada Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) registered at 50.4, up from 49.5 in August. The PMI edged back above the critical 50.0 no-change mark in September to signal the first improvement in operating conditions since April 2023. According to S&P Global, the PMI was supported by a slight rise in new orders, the first in nearly a year and a half.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Image: wowinside/stock.adobe.com Gilmour Space has successfully completed a major wet dress rehearsal, marking a key milestone towards the launch of the country’s first Australian-made orbital rocket later this year. During the test that took place at the Bowen Orbital Spaceport in North Queensland , the Eris rocket was safely loaded with propellant and all launch procedures were executed up to T-10 seconds before liftoff.

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Canadian Manufacturing

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Washington University in St. Louis has ordered 10 GreenPower EV Star Passenger Vans. LOS ANGELES — GreenPower Motor Company receives an order for 10 EV Star Passenger Vans to be delivered to Washington University in St. Louis for on-campus student transportation. “We are excited to receive this second order from Washington University,” said Claus Tritt, GreenPower’s VP of medium-duty and commercial sales. “The university has been providing student transportation on campus

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Manufacturer's Monthly

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Image: Farknot Architect/stock.adobe.com Defence is modernising Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) membership processes, with the latest DISP Membership Portal capability release enabling self-management services for existing DISP companies. The capability release will also uplift the cyber security assessment process to align with the Australian Cyber Security Centre Essential Eight mitigation strategies.

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Plastics Today

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Some employees claim they were not allowed to leave as floodwaters swelled around the plant.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Workers laying coffee concrete in a new footpath along McGregor Road in Pakenham. Image: Pete Glenane, HiVis Pictures Major Road Projects Victoria (MRPV) and project contractor BildGroup have used concrete mixed with biochar made from spent coffee grounds, as a replacement of a portion of the river sand that is normally used, in the Pakenham Roads Upgrade.

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Speaker: Paul Heller

Most innovation work proceeds independently from company strategy. As a result, the products that arrive in the market are not well aligned with the company’s goals. This challenge is particularly significant in organizations with transformation-oriented strategies, where innovation must directly support growth, scalability, and strategic pivots. In this session, we will discuss why innovation in large companies is so often not aligned with the company’s strategy and what innovation leaders, pro

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Not only can Tally improve inventory management, but it can also affect the shopper experience, found a recent survey. Source: Simbe Robotics Simbe Robotics Inc. today announced its expansion into Turkey with partner CarrefourSA. The companies will deploy Simbe’s Store Intelligence inventory management systems. A growing number of retailers are investing in technology and data to enhance the shopping experience, improve team satisfaction , and increase revenue, noted Simbe.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Image: Nicki Connolly/The Photo Pitch Construction is often cited as the most male-dominated industry in Australia, but Coates is on a mission to change that. The company’s Leadership, Excellence and Performance (LEAP) program was established to empower and develop future female leaders. In its first four years, 85 women have graduated from the program, with 30 per cent receiving promotions into higher level or leadership positions.

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 1, 2024

By Julian DelCampo, Senior Industry Manager; Guillaume Mougin, Global Product Manager; Paul Schonhoff, Business Development Manager Rapidly growing markets for robot innovation include applications that enhance human health and wellbeing, such as bionics and robotic surgery. Robots in these fields rely on miniature DC motion technology, and to realise advances that improve human outcomes, state-of-the-art motion solutions are required.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

OCTOBER 1, 2024

October 1st, 2024 – AIMed24, the premier event for artificial intelligence and healthcare innovation, is excited to announce its strategic partnership with Frost & Sullivan. This collaboration will further enhance AIMed24’s mission to advance healthcare with cutting-edge AI technologies. The conference will take place from November 17-19, 2024 , at the Caribe Royale, Orlando.

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