Automation World

JUNE 17, 2024

Fluke Reliability survey indicates that more than 60% of manufacturers are planning to achieve initial AI goals in the next year.

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Design World

JUNE 17, 2024

Many bearing points are protected against environmental influences and wear by so-called loss lubrication, where grease is pressed out from inside the machine and enters the environment. This is said to result in 27 million tons of lubricating grease released worldwide every year. More environmentally friendly oils and greases are an option, but these can […] The post Research shows value of plastics over grease appeared first on Design World.

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Gary Mintchell

JUNE 17, 2024

One place where technology and integration and partners advances lies in the vision and robotics area. This news concerns Orbbec 3D vision systems integrating with NVIDIA Isaac Perceptor robotics platforms. In brief: Gemini 330 cameras with built-in depth processing deliver high-precision Depth+RGB vision for NVIDIA Isaac Perceptor AI-based perception workflow for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) in indoor and outdoor environments.

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Design World

JUNE 17, 2024

Hradil, the German specialist cable engineering firm, introduced a shielded High-Performance CAN-Bus cable for engine and exhaust control systems of heavy-duty 12-cylinder diesel engines. Hradil’s CAN-Bus cable fulfills the demanding requirements set out in the Society of Automotive Engineers’ SAE 1939-11, SAE J1939-14 und SAE J1128 standards. In other words, it belongs to an elite […] The post High-Performance CAN-Bus cable for advanced engine control systems appeared first on Design Worl

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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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Automation World

JUNE 17, 2024

Ethernet-APL can offer enhanced performance and simplified infrastructure when applied.

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Design World

JUNE 17, 2024

Allient Inc. has announced the successful certification in Automotive Functional Safety, ISO-26262. This certification underscores Allient’s commitment to ensuring the highest standards of safety and reliability in electronic systems within the automotive industry. Importance of Automotive Functional Safety According to Felechia Childs, Allient’s Senior Quality Assurance Engineer “with increasing demands from customers for compliance, achieving… The post Allient receives Automotive F

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Design World

JUNE 17, 2024

Softing Industrial announces the presentation of its new “aplSwitch Field” at ACHEMA 2024. This state-of- the-art 16-Port Ethernet-Advanced Physical Layer (Ethernet-APL) Field Switch with optional PROFIBUS Process Automation (PA) proxy is designed for use in Zone 2. It establishes seamless connectivity down to the field level. The “aplSwitch Field” enables the transparent connection of “Two-Wire… The post Softing Industrial presents Ethernet-APL Field Switch at ACHEMA 2024 appeared first o

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Robotics Business Review

JUNE 17, 2024

Cruise has resumed some operations in three cities. | Source: Cruise Despite a bumpy 2023, Cruise LLC isn’t nearing the end of the road yet. General Motors, its parent company, said last week that it would invest an additional $850 million into the autonomous vehicle developer. To date, GM has invested more than $8 billion into Cruise and hasn’t yet seen much of a return.

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The Fabricator

JUNE 17, 2024

The majority of the steel distributors and buyers believe that the current slide in steel prices might be seasonal.

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Robotics Business Review

JUNE 17, 2024

coboworx offers robotic solutions for machine tending and palletizing. | Source: coboworx coboworx last week brought in €11.4 million (about $12.2 million) in funding. The company plans to use the funding to expand its team, grow its product range, and tap into new markets. It’s also set to open a new location in Munich later this year. coboworx’s platform has a modular design that enables SMEs to start with specific systems for individual process steps and expand as needed.

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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?

Plastics Today

JUNE 17, 2024

The band's new album will be available in various versions, including an EcoRecord made from nine recycled PET bottles and a Notebook Edition comprising river plastics collected by The Ocean Cleanup in Guatemala.

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Control.com

JUNE 17, 2024

Diffusion bonding is a process used extensively in medical and lab manufacturing. Festo is expanding its micro-fluidic distribution portfolio by providing customized, efficient, space-saving designs.

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E&T

JUNE 17, 2024

Europe’s electric vehicle industry could be given a boost if the lithium mine in Serbia gets the green light, two years after the project was called off.

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The Fabricator

JUNE 17, 2024

Owners Resource Group purchased Standard IronandWire Works in January 2022. Far from a strip and flip, investors are helping an already successful metal fabrication company grow, which has landed the Minnesota fabricator at No. 17 on the 2024 FAB 40 list.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 17, 2024

Image: Industry Capable Network For regionally based material processing and product design specialists, SMETEC Services, getting its name in front of ideal clients and building connections with the right people has not always been easy. Based in NSW Shoalhaven region, SMETEC Services works with a niche client base. So having the right networks is essential.

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The Fabricator

JUNE 17, 2024

Bulldog Steel Fabrication, a supplier of steel fabricated parts and components, has added a Mitsubishi Electric GX-F series 2D fiber laser processing machine to its manufacturing facility in Madison, Ga.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 17, 2024

Image: narawit/stock.adobe.com The Australian Government is developing a plan to articulate how Australian industries like manufacturing, will transition to a Net Zero economy by 2050. The plan will set out government priorities, policies and measures to drive down emissions and will support investment in low emissions and renewable activities. The industrial sector plan is focused on subsectors that represent the greatest opportunity for decarbonisation and that will be most impacted by the tra

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

JUNE 17, 2024

For three years now, we have been sowing seeds of innovation, inclusion, and inspiration to help Black leaders prepare to thrive in the AI era. We are committed to co-innovating with HBCUs to create lasting change, and building an inclusive future for all.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 17, 2024

Image: iStocker/stock.adobe.com Berg Engineering has received almost $140,000 through the Queensland Government’s Manufacturing Hubs Grant program (MHGP). The Gladstone company is encouraging other manufacturers to take advantage of the remaining funding available from the $52 million in grant programs announced in the Queensland Budget. Minister for Regional Development and Manufacturing and member for Gladstone, Glenn Butcher, visited the business and said the company’s success demonstrates th

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

JUNE 17, 2024

Cisco's collaboration with Nutanix redefines hyperconverged infrastructure. Get ahead in this new era with certification from Cisco Black Belt Academy.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 17, 2024

Image: DisobeyArt/stock.adobe.com A new Local Renewable Energy Zone (LREZ) will be established in Caloundra, QLD, to help the community generate, store, and share more renewable energy. LREZs will allow the benefits of renewable energy to be shared amongst all customers, especially those who haven’t been able to invest in solar power for one reason or another.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

JUNE 17, 2024

Today, the rapid evolution of mobile technology and increased smartphone adoption are driving significant changes in the enterprise wireless services (EWS) ecosystem. Advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and extended reality (XR), along with evolving consumer behaviors and the rise of data-driven analytics, are pushing businesses to find new ways to tackle growth challenges and establish competitive differentiation.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 17, 2024

Image: Summit Art Creations/stock.adobe.com A new report revealed that companies are significantly boosting their investments in artificial intelligence (AI), identifying it as a key driver of growth and innovation. The essential guide to understanding AI for SMB and Mid Market leaders in Australia and New Zealand explores AI’s growing landscape and its potential to drive significant growth and innovation for SMBs.

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Robotics Automation News

JUNE 17, 2024

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have become a necessity for companies looking for development, growth, or enhanced market presence. These transactions include the exchange of numbers of information, records, files, and documents. To make this process safe it is recommended to use virtual data rooms for mergers and acquisitions.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 17, 2024

Image: arliftatoz2205/stock.adobe.com Manufacturing is among the industries that will benefit from a $2.5 billion investment into TAFE NSW to strengthen the skills sector, as detailed in the 2024-25 NSW Budget. The skills sector is essential for delivering the homes NSW needs, facilitating a renewable energy future, and reinvigorating the State’s domestic manufacturing sector.

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Robotics Automation News

JUNE 17, 2024

Small companies and large enterprises have a board of directors that leads its strategy. This demands bringing together experienced team members. There are many steps in the process of holding meetings and making decisions.

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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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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 17, 2024

Image: exclusive-design/stock.adobe.com In the ever-evolving landscape of primary produce, J-Tech Systems has emerged as a pivotal player, providing crucial packaging materials to produce packhouses throughout Australia. Mark Alkemade, Financial Administration Manager at J-Tech Systems , sheds light on their journey marked by growth, adaptation, and a commitment to sustainability in an industry handling the impacts of the global pandemic and the increasing importance of environmental consciousn

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Robotics Automation News

JUNE 17, 2024

Automated forex trading deploys algorithms that follow set criteria to execute trades, thereby eliminating the necessity for manual input. These systems function continuously, scrutinizing market data and carrying out trades instantaneously. Continue reading to understand the workings of automated forex trading, appreciate its advantages, and recognize its potential dangers.

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E&T

JUNE 17, 2024

The French multinational has signed a contract worth around £370m for 10 new nine-car Aventra trains for Transport for London’s Elizabeth line, along with associated maintenance until 2046.

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JUNE 17, 2024

By Fhumulani Lukoto As cryptocurrency evolves, traditional financial institutions are increasingly eyeing stablecoins as a potential avenue for growth and innovation. Overview A recent report by S&P Global suggests that if a new bill aimed at regulating stablecoins passes, it could trigger a significant influx of banks into this burgeoning sector.

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