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Reality Capture in Manufacturing Workflows

Automation World

A look at 10 ways reality capture technology is used in manufacturing today to connect design and production, aid in reverse engineering, deliver hyper-accurate measurements and enable spatial analyses.

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Automation for North American EV battery production

Design World

By 2028, the 40-plus electric vehicle (EV) battery-manufacturing sites in the U.S. could annually output product capable of 1,037 GWh … tracking to increase by twentyfold from the size of the industry just a few years ago, according to the U.S. Dept. of Energy. One geographical corridor running from Michigan to Alabama currently dominates the industry,… The post Automation for North American EV battery production appeared first on Design World.

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Zero Trust State of the Industrial Enterprise Report

Gary Mintchell

Technology trends form a large part of reporting here. Another trend is companies sending out questionnaires and publishing reports. This one from Xage Security asked about manufacturers’ opinions regarding zero trust adoption. Highlights: Manufacturers are worried about data sharing – 90% of respondents in the manufacturing industry are concerned with sharing data outside the organization, either via cloud services or with third parties.

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DigiKey hosts Great Board Giveaway, technical demos, and more at Embedded World 2024

Design World

DigiKey will bring its refreshed brand and Great Board Giveaway to Embedded World 2024, April 9-11 in Nuremberg, Germany. The company will host a wide variety of activities, giveaways, and resources during the show at booth 4A-633. Visit the DigiKey booth during the show for the Great Board Giveaway and receive a random draw development… The post DigiKey hosts Great Board Giveaway, technical demos, and more at Embedded World 2024 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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March new car market sustains growth as manufacturers shore up electrified demand

SMMT

New car registrations rise 10.4% in best March since 2019 and 20th consecutive month of growth. Overall increase driven by fleet investment with weak confidence constraining private retail demand. Industry calls for EV incentives with battery electric car market off the pace. SEE CAR REGISTRATIONS BY BRAND DOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE AND DATA TABLE The UK new car market clocked up its 20th consecutive month of growth in March, with a 10.4% rise in registrations.

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The fundamentals of miniature gearing

Design World

Miniature and microgearing with high precision and tight tolerances is used to deliver accurate low-backlash power transmission complementing small electric motors in: • Medical devices and surgical tools • Aerospace rovers and satellites • Small motorized electronics. Such gearing is most often paired with small dc motors that is either brushed or brushless — with […] The post The fundamentals of miniature gearing appeared first on Design World.

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Agility Robotics partners with leading WMS provider, cuts staff

Robotics Business Review

Agility Arc is a cloud-based platform for managing fleets of humanoids. Source: Agility Robotics Agility Robotics made a couple of strategic moves this week as it continues to commercialize its Digit humanoid. Let’s start with the good news. Agility is partnering with Manhattan Associates, a global leader in supply chain and omnichannel commerce.

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High-torque flexible servo couplings

Design World

By Chris Gumas, Director of Marketing, Ruland Manufacturing Matching high-torque applications with the ideal servo coupling demands careful consideration of several factors, including torque and misalignment capabilities, speed requirements, and spatial constraints. Ruland offers a range of high-torque servo couplings – bellows, disc, and slit – each designed to address these factors in unique ways. […] The post High-torque flexible servo couplings appeared first on Design World.

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How Data Can Future-Proof Manufacturing Modernization

Automation World

From attracting and retaining a quality workforce to improving maintenance and reliability, establishing the three pillars of a strong data foundation can help ensure a manufacturer’s current and future success.

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NEURA and Omron Robotics partner to offer cognitive factory automation

Robotics Business Review

NEURA has developed cognitive robots in a variety of form factors. Source: NEURA Robotics Talk about combining robotics and artificial intelligence is all the rage, but some convergence is already maturing. NEURA Robotics GmbH and Omron Robotics and Safety Technologies Inc. today announced a strategic partnership to introduce “cognitive robotics” into manufacturing. “By pooling our sensor and AI technologies and expertise into an ultimate platform approach, we will significantl

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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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Robots Enable Cosmetic Packaging Innovation

Automation World

The Albéa Group uses 70 KUKA robots in its Matamoros, Mexico, plant to flexibly produce 50 million products a month.

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World’s largest digital camera ready to uncover the universe’s secrets

E&T

After 20 years, researchers have finally completed work on the Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST) Camera – one of the most advanced tools yet to search for life outside of the Solar System.

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Connect the Physical and Digital Worlds with a Digital Thread

Automation World

How manufacturers are building seamless connections between critical data, systems and workflows to drive better decision making and automation.

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Kiwibot acquires AUTO to strengthen delivery robot security

Robotics Business Review

Kiwibot will add intellectual property from AUTO Mobility Solutions to its delivery robot portfolio. Source: Kiwibot Consolidation among mobile robot providers is not limited to warehouses. Kiwibot today announced that it has acquired AUTO Mobility Solutions Co. “This strategic collaboration marks a significant milestone in both companies’ journeys towards innovation and safeguarding privacy in the robotics industry, particularly for intelligent robots sourced from China and deployed

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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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Motors: Workhorses of Automation

Automation World

From motor selection and troubleshooting to energy management and standards, these factors should be major determinants in your industrial motor purchases and application decisions.

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Tune in to Automated Warehouse webinar on stationary robots, smart controls

Robotics Business Review

The fourth installment of the Automated Warehouse research series captures market sentiment about stationary robots. | Credit: WTWH Media Warehouse operators are grappling with a formidable challenge in the fast-paced logistics world: a severe shortage of available labor. With the increasing demand for operational efficiency, the optimization of warehouse processes has become an imperative rather than simply an objective.

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Manufacturing’s massive side of material handling

The Fabricator

Albion, Mich.-based Conceptual Innovations helps move the big and heavy. It started with engineers asking a good question at the right time: We’ve got metal fabrication capacity; now, what can we make?

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Techniques for I/O Mapping in PLC Programs

Control.com

I/O mapping is the process of converting raw input and output data into specific tags, but how can we find a method for mapping I/O that is both efficient and scalable?

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

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Gilmour Space officially opens QLD Bowen Orbital Spaceport

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Gilmour Space Technologies In a significant milestone for Queensland’ s growing space sector, the site of Australia’s first orbital rocket launch has officially opened. Located within the Abbot Point State Development Area in North Queensland, the Bowen Orbital Spaceport is operated by Gold Coast based Gilmour Space Technologies. Deputy premier, treasurer and minister for trade and investment Cameron Dick said, “We wanted to see Queensland boldly go where no state has gone bef

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No Time to Waste: ABB and Sapio’s Response to Resource Scarcity

Automation World

Two reports commissioned by ABB Motion and Sapio Research highlight the effects of resource scarcity on industrial businesses and sustainability initiatives.

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EOS announces leadership changes to increase international capabilities

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: fedorovekb/stock.adobe.com Electro Optic Systems Holdings Limited has announced leadership changes within the company to increase capabilities across international markets. The changes include three new appointments across EOS’s international and domestic leadership. Christian Tobergte has been appointed to lead the EOS Defence Systems International activity and will be based in Europe.

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CU Phosco Lighting enter new partnership with Eurostellar

Manufacturing Management

Eurostellar is a Czech-Vietnamese company founded by Karel Papik and Peter Ngo, specialising in bringing cutting-edge European technologies into Southeast Asia. With offices in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and Prague, Czech Republic, Eurostellar is a significant link between European manufacturers and Southeast Asian markets.

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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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Navigating the Multicloud Journey with Cisco’s New Certifications [Infographic]

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

It’s time to expand your multicloud expertise. According to the Cisco 2022 Global Hybrid Cloud Trends Report , 93 percent of organizations already operate in multicloud environments.

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Is Your Metalworking Shop as Safe as it Could Be?

Fabricating & Metal Work

Ski-goggle Sportiness; Industrial-strength Protection The Brass Knuckle ® (Alpharetta, GA) Vader Goggle (BKGOG-2010N) looks like it should be tearing up the slopes … yet it’s made to keep out splash and maintain vision in the toughest work environments. Made with exclusive BK-Anti-FOG coating, a durable anti-scratch treatment, and D3-rated for droplet and splash protection, Vader is as efficient and hardworking as the people who wear it.

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Transforming Connectivity: Inside Bush Brothers & Company’s Network Infrastructure Overhaul

Cisco Manufacturing

Navigating the complexities of large-scale technology investments can often be met with skepticism from key stakeholders.

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RED grant boosts automated manufacturing advancements

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Quality Stock Arts/stock.adobe.com MAS Equipment’s Kalgoorlie-Boulder workshop introduces a new collaborative welding robot , set to enhance automation. Western Australia’s minister for regional development Don Punch revealed the new high-tech robotic welding assistant, supported through the Regional Economic Development (RED) Grant program.

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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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State-of-the-art Bradford hydrogen production facility approved

Manufacturing Management

Bradford Hydrogen Production Facility, a partnership project between Hygen and N-GEN, developed by Renewable Connections, has received consent from Bradford Council.

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Cisco Industrial IoT: Enabling the global acceleration of offshore wind

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Renewable energy technologies now form a key part of the modern electric grid.

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Omron, Neura Robotics partner to transform manufacturing with cognitive robots

Automation Mag

Omron Robotics and Safety Technologies has announced a strategic partnership with Neura Robotics, a cognitive robotics specialist. This partnership reportedly aims to revolutionize the manufacturing industry by introducing cognitive robots into factory automation, leveraging advanced AI capabilities to enhance efficiency, flexibility and safety. Omron shares in a press statement that unlike traditional industrial robots, cognitive robots have the ability to learn from their environment, make dec

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Blades designed for cutting medium metals

The Fabricator

Milwaukee Tool has launched two blades in the TORCH line for cutting thin to thick metals.

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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!