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Safety Considerations for Live Measurements

Automation World

Maintenance of production equipment often requires taking live voltage and current measurements. That’s why it’s critical to be aware of the core safety practices designed to keep you safe.

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Position-sensing switch for enhanced automotive safety

Design World

Melexis has introduced the MLX92442 Induxis switch, which offers a contactless and magnet-free monolithic design to directly detect conductive targets, facilitating small module designs with reduced component count for various applications such as high voltage interlocks, charging flaps, seatbelts, hood/trunk, gear tooth sensing, or brake-by-wire systems.

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Join Me At This Manufacturing Software Conference

Gary Mintchell

I have begun working with a software company called Quickbase. Several companies have introduced me to low-code applications. Quickbase takes it to another level. Built in, not added on due to acquisition. I’m on a panel discussion with two engineers who actually use the software. Their stories of how they use the software and the benefits of an easy way to add to the application when users ask for help are to the point.

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igus unveils AI-driven solutions for Industry 4.0 at Hannover Messe

Design World

In a groundbreaking showcase at Hannover Messe 2024, igus is set to redefine the future of sustainable industrial automation with its latest advancements in AI, smart maintenance, and low-cost robotics. With a focus on zero-lubrication and CO2-neutral solutions, igus introduces igusGO, an AI-powered app, alongside a series of smart sensor technologies designed to streamline maintenance… The post igus unveils AI-driven solutions for Industry 4.0 at Hannover Messe appeared first on Design Wo

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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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BlackBerry and AMD partner to reduce latency in robotics

Robotics Business Review

AMD’s Kria K26 SOM will power the hardware with the BlackBerry QNX SDP. | Source: AMD BlackBerry Ltd. announced at Embedded World this week that it is collaborating with Advanced Micro Devices Inc. The partners said they want to enable next-generation robotics by reducing latency and jitter and with “repeatable determinism.” The companies said they will jointly “address the critical need for ‘hard’ real-time capabilities in robotics-focused hardware.” Bl

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Flexible manufacturing helps systems to efficiently handle smaller production runs

Design World

The markets are changing, and thus so are the requirements of the process manufacturing industry. Whether it is fluctuating demand, more customized products, or smaller batches, manufacturers need to respond more quickly and flexibly. Here, Bradley McEwan, business development manager at automation and control technology specialist Beckhoff UK, discusses how software and modular hardware enable… The post Flexible manufacturing helps systems to efficiently handle smaller production runs app

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Underfill epoxy offers high glass transition temperature and low viscosity

Design World

Master Bond EP114 is a two-component, low viscosity, NASA low outgassing rated, heat-cured epoxy that can be effectively utilized for underfill, coating, impregnating, and porosity sealing applications. This optically clear compound features high dimensional stability due to its nano-silica filler material. It has been successfully tested for abrasion resistance per ASTM D4060-14 and readily withstands… The post Underfill epoxy offers high glass transition temperature and low viscosity app

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China accounted for two-thirds of coal-burning power capacity in 2023, new report finds

E&T

With China’s surge in coal power, and low retirement rates in the rest of the world, global coal capacity grew in 2023, potentially affecting climate change targets.

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Walmart makes multiyear agreement with Fox Robotics, takes a stake

Robotics Business Review

The FoxBot ATL moves pallets in loading docks for Walmart. Source: Fox Robotics The word’s biggest retailers are continuing to add automation. Walmart Inc. today announced that it has entered into a multiyear agreement with Fox Robotics Inc. In addition to its initial rollout of 19 FoxBot autonomous forklifts, Walmart has invested growth capital for a minority stake in Fox Robotics. “At Walmart Distribution Center 6020 in Brooksville, Fla., we’re used to pioneering new technology,

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£200m carbon capture project in North Wales could remove 235,000 tonnes of CO2 annually

E&T

‘Energy from waste’ operator Enfinium is bidding for a UK government grant to create a new carbon capture and storage plant at its Parc Adfer facility in Wales, with the aim of accelerating efforts towards net zero.

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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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Australia signs a record foreign military export deal

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Justin Nicholas/ Australian Government Defence Australia has signed a deal to produce and export 123 Boxer Heavy Weapon Carrier vehicles, with over 100 earmarked for the German Army, marking Australia’s biggest foreign military export to Germany. The signing of a production contract between the Australian Government and Rheinmetall Defence Australia has been completed.

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Agility Robotics Develops Cloud Automation Platform for Robot Fleet Management

Control.com

Addressing labor shortages in logistics and manufacturing, Agility Robotics has released Agility Arc, a cloud-based automation platform that enables the deployment and management of bipedal robot fleets.

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Future Made In Australia Act to be built on Aussie r&d

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Gorodenkoff/stock.adobe.com The Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE) has welcomed the vision for innovation and prosperity recently outlined by Anthony Albanese’s Future Made In Australia Act. ATSE has long called for ambitious action to take advantage of the opportunities ahead of Australia in energy, manufacturing, advanced technologies and more.

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Starmer to make defence pledges with ‘bedrock’ of nuclear deterrent

The Guardian Manufacturing

On visit to Barrow, Labour leader due to say defence procurement will strengthen security and growth Keir Starmer will promise to make the UK’s nuclear deterrent the “bedrock” of his security plan to keep Britain safe. On Friday he will become the first Labour leader in 30 years to visit Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, where nuclear submarines are being built.

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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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Using a PLC to Track Data Within Automated Equipment

Control.com

There are a few options when it comes to tracking part data throughout a process or assembly of a machine. Follow along as we explain just a few of the more common methods.

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DeWys Stainless Solutions moving to stand-alone facility

The Fabricator

DeWys Stainless Solutions (DSS), a division of DeWys Metal Solutions, is moving out of DeWys’ main site in Marne, Mich., into a stand-alone facility.

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5G deployment in the UK at risk from ‘investment gap’, industry warns

E&T

Mobile network operators have said a £25bn ‘investment gap‘ is putting the government’s 5G plans at risk.

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ICN applauds ‘Future Made In Australia’ Act for boosting local manufacturing

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Industry Capability Network Industry Capability Network ( ICN ) welcomes the announcement by the Prime Minister regarding the Future Made in Australia Act, which presents an important opportunity to bolster local industry participation in the transition to renewable energy. The Bill underscores the government’s commitment to increase local manufacturing capabilities in Australia and foster economic resilience.

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

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3D Design and Augmented Reality Tech Aids Custom Configuration

Automation World

Acoustic guitar manufacturer Dowina shows how Vectary’s platform can be used for millions of custom configuration possibilities.

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Queensland Government announces solar panel recycling initiative

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: anatoliy_gleb/stock.adobe.com The Queensland State Government has announced a substantial investment aimed at changing the recycling of solar panels across homes, businesses, and solar farms throughout the state. With an allocation of almost $5.5 million, the State government believe this initiative marks a significant step forward in promoting sustainability within the renewable energy sector.

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When to build a Goal Tree? My use cases tell you.

Chris Hohmann

As I write these lines, in 2024, it will be nearly ten years that I am a fan, a promoter, and a Goal Tree Builder. With 25 Trees already proudly populating my forest, I’d like to share some use cases that may inspire you to consider building one of your own. Strategic road map When … Continue reading When to build a Goal Tree? My use cases tell you.

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Century Tool Invests in Cheto Machine for Deep-Hole Drilling With Milling

Mold Making Technology

Century Toll is gaining productivity through the investment in a Cheto IXN 300 deep drilling with milling machine. Source | Century Tool and Cheto Century Tool , a Tooling Tech Group company and a composites tooling specialist, has announced it has invested in a Cheto IXN 3000 — a seven-axis CNC deep-hole drilling and milling machine tool and one of only five in the U.S.

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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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Making Your Business Artificially Intelligent: How Machine Learning Makes Sense of Your Data and Lets You Automate

Seeburger

“Artificial general intelligence is a system which can perform well over a whole range of different tasks at the same level as a human being” Colin Murdoch, Chief Business Officer, DeepMind1 The above quotation is the DeepMind definition of artificial general intelligence (AGI).

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John W. Lyons, Who Led NIST in Times of Great Change, Dies at 93

NIST Manufacturing

Lyons served as director of NIST from 1990 to 1993 and guided the organization as its mission expanded in support of U.S. industry.

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Full-stack application and data security with business risk observability

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Cisco Full-Stack Observability brings application observability together with security intelligence and risk assessment for comprehensive business-focused oversight Businesses in all sectors and… Read more on Cisco Blogs

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Magna International, Sanctuary AI sign strategic partnership

Automation Mag

Vancouver-based Sanctuary AI is strategically partnering with auto parts maker Magna International to support the development, deployment and scaling of general-purpose robots. This collaboration includes Sanctuary AI’s development of general-purpose AI robots for deployment in Magna’s manufacturing operations; a multi-disciplinary assessment of improving cost and scalability of robots using Magna’s automotive product portfolio, engineering and manufacturing capabilities; and a strategic equity

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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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Cisco Secure Access Wins Global Security Service Edge Customer Value Leadership Award

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

It’s one thing to claim leadership in cloud security; it’s another to have that leadership acknowledged by industry experts.

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SOLV Metals seeks growth through collaboration

The Fabricator

Formed in 2023, SOLV Metals represents the merger of three industry players: Wisconsin Metal Parts, Lean Manufacturing Products, and QuikCut. The story reveals the subtle nature of consolidation in metal fabrication.

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Innovative Financing for Amazon Region Preservation and Restoration

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

This is the third blog in our three-part series about Cisco Foundation partner organizations working in the Amazon and South America region.

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UK signs deal with North Sea countries to protect subsea electricity and oil pipelines

E&T

The UK has signed an agreement with Norway and four other North Sea countries to protect critical energy and telecommunications infrastructure that lies under the sea.

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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!