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Freudenberg Sealing Technologies’ newest production facility in Parets del Vallès, Spain (near Barcelona) is a fully carbon-neutral plant. The facility manufactures automotive components and replaces an existing plant at the same location. The company said it is boosting its production capacity by 15%. In all, more than 11 million euros have been invested in the… The post Spanish manufacturing plant runs on 100% green power appeared first on Design World.
More robotics news with the added bonus of more NVIDIA AI-chip news. Usually I have written about Universal Robots and MiR, but each has been acquired by Teradyne. Looks like a new marketing angle with Teradyne Robotics. This company has collaborated with NVIDIA to add AI-type compute to its robot line. Teradyne Robotics, which includes collaborative robot (cobot) company Universal Robots (UR) and autonomous mobile robot (AMR) company MiR , has announced a collaboration with NVIDIA to bring new
Hyson, a business of Barnes Group Inc., and a maker of nitrogen gas systems for metal forming operations, announces the expansion of its Toolmind Secure Remote Monitoring System product line — empowering customers with more capabilities to enhance stamping operation control and efficiency. Hyson’s zero-scrap policy ensures that every production cycle counts and Toolmind plays… The post Hyson announces expanded Toolmind product line appeared first on Design World.
March 2024 was a non-stop month for the robotics industry. From events such as MODEX and GTC to exciting new deployments and product launches, there was no shortage of news to cover. 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 updated on the latest technology developments. 10.
Manufacturers face increasing pressure to curb energy waste and emissions. Emergent Energy specializes in optimizing industrial steam systems, leveraging Panoramic Power’s real-time energy intelligence to drive efficiency. By analyzing steam system performance, Emergent Energy pinpoints inefficiencies and implements targeted improvements. This article explores how data-driven steam optimization transforms wasted energy into measurable savings, ensuring compliance with sustainability regulations.
By Mark Jones “Scientists find about a quarter million invisible nanoplastic particles in a liter of bottled water” was a recent AP headline. It was one of hundreds of stories prompted by a recent scientific publication. In a first in this column, I’ll give you some fun experiments you can do with the water. You’ll… The post Technical thinking: Nanoparticles in water appeared first on Design World.
At Nvidia’s March 2024 GTC event, the company highlighted current and developing work with Aveva, Rockwell Automation, Schneider Electric, Universal Robots and MiR.
Push Type Solenoids from Magnetic Sensor Systems (MSS) include a series of 18 different low-cost open-frame solenoids to select from based on the Voltage, Duty Cycle, Force of up to 96 oz (26.7 N) and stroke requirements of the user. These clean, high-efficiency, low-cost S-18-100-QH Open Frame Push Type Solenoids can be operated at a […] The post Open-frame push type solenoids offer customizable options appeared first on Design World.
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Push Type Solenoids from Magnetic Sensor Systems (MSS) include a series of 18 different low-cost open-frame solenoids to select from based on the Voltage, Duty Cycle, Force of up to 96 oz (26.7 N) and stroke requirements of the user. These clean, high-efficiency, low-cost S-18-100-QH Open Frame Push Type Solenoids can be operated at a […] The post Open-frame push type solenoids offer customizable options appeared first on Design World.
ABB has entered the mobile robot fray and enhanced the offering through the recent acquisition of Sevensense. This acquisition gives the company an AI-based navigation technology it calls Visual SLAM. The company also adds a new AMR Studio software enabling even first-time robot users the ability to easily program and operate fleets of mobile robots.
EXAIR’s Heavy Duty HEPA Vac attaches to an ordinary open-top drum to turn it into a powerful, HEPA quality, industrial vacuum cleaner. The Heavy Duty HEPA Vac is designed to move more material with less wear. In addition, this vacuum has been engineered to filter contaminants to HEPA requirements in dusty environments requiring frequent cleaning.… The post Heavy Duty HEPA vacuum moves material with less water appeared first on Design World.
New drives, I/O blocks and industrial PCs add to Rockwell Automation’s technologies for decentralized control architectures using field-mounted automation components.
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OmniOn supports multiple technologies, including robotics. Click here to enlarge. Source: OmniOn Power As delivery robots and autonomous vehicles spread, much of the design and development attention has focused on safe navigation and obstacle detection, according to OmniOn Power Inc. However, they will also require reliable charging and communications infrastructure, it said. “We’ve mainly seen mobile robots indoors in factories, warehouses, or even restaurants,” said Gopal Mit
Whether it’s power monitoring for energy savings, methane recapture for reduction in the carbon footprint or retrofitting legacy equipment to find efficiencies in energy demand, automation can help you achieve sustainability goals and save money.
The new BGL fork sensor series by Balluff eases the entry into automated object detection. The cost-effective sensors are easy to install and configure for assembly line and work cell automation.
Energy inefficiencies are silent thieves eroding manufacturing profits and sustainability efforts. From overworked pumps to leaky compressed air systems, these hidden drains often go unnoticed without advanced energy monitoring. Panoramic Power empowers manufacturers with granular, device level energy visibility, and real-time insights to identify and eliminate inefficiencies, transforming waste into savings.
Image: Anna Kucera/UNSW Quantum computing engineers from UNSW Sydney and Diraq have reached a key milestone by unlocking the potential of quantum computers to operate at warmer temperatures. In a study published in Nature, the engineers demonstrated the capability of their spin-based quantum processors to operate at temperatures 20 times warmer than previously demonstrated, while maintaining stability and high accuracy.
Learn how to measure temperature using an RTD and a temperature transmitter to convert resistance into common analog voltage or current values for process control.
Image: ifm ifm takes pride in how robust and reliable its sensors are. In this video Glenn Thornton and Roland Denholm from ifm Australia test the products in some fun but challenging ways, all the while showing that their products are still working. The post Still Working – ifm cables appeared first on Manufacturers' Monthly.
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The International Space Station National Lab invites submissions for production applications, two of which will share $750,000 in funding and an opportunity to test concepts under microgravity.
Image: Southern Launch New launch facilities at the Koonibba Test Range, South Australia ’s first permanent spaceport, are almost complete ahead of the impending launch. Located northwest of Ceduna, the range is a partnership between Southern Launch and the Koonibba Community Aboriginal Corporation. Southern launch said the range is the largest commercial testing range in the Southern Hemisphere.
Image: Studiomiracle/stock.adobe.com Graphene Manufacturing Group announced it has signed a Queensland Critical Minerals and Battery Technology Fund agreement with the state Government of Queensland for a grant. The $2 million grant is allocated to support GMG’s planned Automated Battery Pilot Plant, which aims to manufacture GMG’s Graphene Aluminium Ion Battery.
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Image: Monkey Business/stock.adobe.com TAFE NSW has invested $29 million into upgrades for the Coffs Harbour Education Campus , a project set to further strengthen vocational education and training in the region. Minister for skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education, Steve Whan announced the start of construction, at the location of a forthcoming Creative Arts facility.
Blockchain technology has experienced remarkable adoption in recent years, driven by its use across a broad spectrum of institutions, governments, retail investors, and users.
Image: Sondem/stock.adobe/com The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has welcomed $1 billion in new funding to help unlock domestic solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing across the entire supply chain. The Australian Government announced the establishment of the Solar Sunshot program to grow solar PV manufacturing in Australia and provide a pathway for the rich history of local solar PV innovation to be commercialised.
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?
Converters team up with materials suppliers and machinery manufacturers to fine-tune performance, productivity in easy-to-recycle flexible packaging structures.
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