Mon.Dec 16, 2024

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U.S. Manufacturers Make Encryption Essential for Protecting Critical Data

Gary Mintchell

Ive written about other companies working on the rather local problem of cybersecurity vulnerabilities of the ubiquitous USB sticks. This news comes from yet another company working on the problem. Apricorn , the leading manufacturer of software-free, 256-bit AES XTS hardware-encrypted USB drives, announced manufacturing-specific findings from global research of IT security decision-makers.

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ELO2 Selected to build Australian rover for the Moon

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: ELO2 The ELO2 Consortium, co-led by EPE Oceania and Lunar Outpost Oceania, has announced its selection by the Hon. Ed Husic MP, Minister for Science and Industry, to deliver Australias first lunar rover. The $42 million Australian Space Agency project will see ELO2 design, construct, and operate the Australian-made rover, “Roo-ver,” on the lunar surface.

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New VarioFlow belt conveyor: Smooth transport of sealed-edge bags

Design World

Bosch Rexroth is expanding its comprehensive VarioFlow conveyor system to include the new VarioFlow belt conveyor variant, which features a fine-meshed chain surface. It ensures that Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) are transported gently and efficiently. The VarioFlow belt product line fits seamlessly into the VarioFlow system portfolio, reduces engineering times, and enables a customized material… The post New VarioFlow belt conveyor: Smooth transport of sealed-edge bags appeared first on D

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Eureka Robotics raises $10.5M to scale its vision systems in the U.S.

Robotics Business Review

Eureka automated the lens coating process with precise loading, unloading, and flipping systems. | Source: Eureka Robotics Eureka Robotics last week said it has raised $10.5 million in Series A funding. The Singapore-based startup said this latest round positions it to accelerate the development and deployment of its main products, the Eureka Controller and Eureka 3D Camera.

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Agility Amid Tariffs & Supply Chain Disruptions

Speaker: Karan Talati: CEO and Co-Founder of First Resonance

The rules of manufacturing are shifting—are you ready? Tariffs, automation, and supply chain disruptions are forcing manufacturers to adapt fast or fall behind. Join Karan Talati, CEO of First Resonance and former SpaceX Manufacturing Engineer, in this on-demand webinar to learn how leading manufacturers are: Navigating tariffs with data-driven supply chain strategies Leveraging automation and AI to eliminate bottlenecks Building resilience with predictive supplier management Adapting flexible s

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10 Manufacturing Lessons from Santa’s Workshop

MRPEasy

Santas workshop isnt just a magical place where elves run around and toys come to lifeits a masterclass in how to run a top-notch manufacturing operation. Heres how you can put some of Santas magic into your growing business 1. Find the right workers Santas elves are a dedicated, skilled, and specialized workforce who ensure […] The post 10 Manufacturing Lessons from Santas Workshop appeared first on Blog for Manufacturers and Distributors.

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Aussie scientists on world stage in APAC

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Drazen/stock.adobe.com The Federal Government is strengthening academic ties across Asia-Pacific, with the first recipients of the $40 million Global Science and Technology Diplomacy Fund announced. During a visit to the National University of Singapore, Minister for Industry and Science Ed Husic announced $6 million for the first round of successful recipients, with partners across Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia and Thailand.

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What’s new in sensors for smart homes: part 2

Design World

As noted in Part 1, some of the latest offerings for smart home sensors are based on sensor integration, technology, and connectivity. However, identified needs have created new applications that were not possible, simply not considered, or only offered for businesses until recently. For example, the smart shelf was offered to retailers over 20 […] The post Whats new in sensors for smart homes: part 2 appeared first on Design World.

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Infineon and EVE Energy Collaborate to Enable the Next Generation of Battery Management Systems

i4.0 today

Infineon Technologies AG (FSE: IFX / OTCQX: IFNNY) and Eve Energy Co., Ltd. (EVE Energy), a manufacturer of lithium batteries, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU). The two companies aim at enabling comprehensive battery management system solutions for the automotive market. As part of the MoU, Infineon will supply a complete chipset, including microcontroller units, balancing and monitoring ICs, power management ICs, drivers, MOSFETs, controller area networks and sensor products.

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Optimize Energy Efficiency with VFDs

Automation World

How variable frequency drives reduce energy consumption by controlling motor speed and torque to support industrial energy efficiency and sustainability goals.

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From Trollhättan to the world: presses and machines from the SAAB factory liquidated by Surplex

i4.0 today

Presses in a wide variety of designs are among the most important machines in the automotive industry. The industrial auction house Surplex is offering various presses and other machines from the SAAB Automobile/NEVS plant in Trollhttan, Sweden, for direct purchase via its platform of the same name. As in most industries, the automotive industry is facing the same challenges such as supply chain problems, high energy costs and the desire for greater sustainability.

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Emergent Energy Optimizes Steam Systems with Panoramic Power’s Technology

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.

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Insights on the Automation Market’s Future

Automation World

A conversation with Tim Dawson of Interact Analysis on the future of the automation market with some key insights for manufacturing and automation industry business executives.

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Nokia and Elisa Deploy Europe’s First Commercial 5G Cloud RAN Deployment with Red Hat OpenShift

i4.0 today

Nokia today announced that it has successfully completed a commercial Cloud RAN deployment with the Finnish telco and digital service provider, Elisa in Espoo, Finland. This means that Elisa is now able to deploy Nokias commercial Cloud RAN solution, which can co-exist with purpose-built networks in hybrid environments and evolve into full cloud-native networks, supporting the rising demand for RAN cloudification.

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IEEE Awards announce Daniela Rus as 2025 Edison Medal recipient

Robotics Business Review

Daniela Rus, a recent IEEE Medal Recipient, will be keynoting the Robotics Summit & Expo in Boston next year. | Source: Daniela Rus Each year, the IEEE Awards Board selects a distinguished group of individuals to receive its highest honors. The organization said it recognizes these recipients for their exceptional achievements and significant contributions to technology, society, and the engineering profession.

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Reflecting on 2024: A Rollercoaster Year for Meshmix Media and Me

Dinesh Mishra

As I sit down to reflect on the year gone by, its incredible to think about how much weve accomplished at Meshmix Media and how personally fulfilling this journey has been. The year 2024 has been nothing short of a rollercoaster, packed with milestones, challenges, and moments of immense pride. We began the year on an exhilarating note with my visit to IMTEX 2024, a premier event that showcased the latest innovations in manufacturing and machine tools.

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Accelerate Americas Manufacturing Agility & Supply Chain Resilience

Discover how to accelerate manufacturing agility and build supply chain resilience in our live webinar on February 6, 2025, at 3 PM PST. Explore insights from a former SpaceX leader on scaling hardware production, balancing speed with quality, and leveraging advanced tools like ION Factory OS. Learn from historical examples and modern approaches to innovation while uncovering how AI and real-time data can automate processes, strengthen supply chain operations, and ensure scalability.

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Security Leaders Say Machine Identities – Such as Access Tokens and Service Accounts – Are Next Big Target for Cyberattack

i4.0 today

Venafi , a CyberArk (NASDAQ: CYBR ) company, today announced the findings of its latest research report: The Impact of Machine Identities on the State of Cloud Native Security in 2024. Surveying 800 security and IT decision-makers from large organizations across the U.S., U.K., France and Germany, this second annual report examines the top machine identity security trends and challenges impacting the state of cloud native security today.

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German railway launches hydrogen-powered trains amid diesel phase-out

E&T

The German railway has begun using a suite of state-of-the-art trains that run on hydrogen power in a bid to make the service more sustainable.

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Rohde & Schwarz Presents New Essential Power Sensors for Accurate Measurements in Frequency Ranges up to 18 GHz

i4.0 today

With its new R&S NRPxE RF power sensors, Rohde & Schwarz sets a new standard for accurate and reliable power measurements in frequency ranges up to 18 GHz, while offering an unprecedented level of affordability. These innovative sensors offer a perfect blend of precision, durability, and value, making them an ideal solution for a wide range of applications, from R&D and production to education and field service.

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Merry ControlByWeb-mas! A Fun Holiday Light Show Project

Control.com

As an engineer, why would you settle for simply plugging and unplugging your Christmas lights when you could, instead, spend many hours automating this very important December job? Let me show you.

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Unmasking Energy Waste: Manufacturing’s Hidden Inefficiencies and Costly Impacts

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.

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A 100-Year-Old Measurement Tool That is Still Used Today

Modern Machine Shop

I will often scan through old documents as a method to get inspiration for topics for this column. As one can imagine, the basics of metrology were mostly developed in the early 20 th century but have been refined and controlled to get us where we are today. During this exploration, I realized that we are rapidly closing in on an important milestone for a mechanical transfer mechanism that was a breakthrough in high-precision measurement and, like the basics, is still used today for sub-micron o

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Protecting the supply chain: Safeguarding against cyber vulnerabilities

Automation Mag

Supply chain stability has become a major global issue in recent years. A global pandemic, disruption to distribution due to accidents such as the Ever Given container ship running aground in the Suez Canal in 2021, and conflicts in Europe and elsewhere. Cybersecurity risks in the supply chain add to the challenges of maintaining stability. While a traditional plant uptime is 95 percent, even a one percent increase or decrease in uptime can have a major impact on the bottom line for a manufactur

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UK pay growth leaps to 5.2%, reducing chances of interest rate cut

The Guardian Manufacturing

Rise in wages for skilled workers in manufacturing sector drives increase, but vacancies fall again Business live latest updates UK pay growth accelerated to 5.2% in October, putting pressure on the Bank of England to resist calls for lower interest rates when policymakers meet later this week. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said annual growth in employees average earnings jumped after a significant rise in wages paid for skilled workers in the manufacturing sector.

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Social media firms given three months to tackle illegal content or face fines

E&T

Online firms have been given a three-month period from today to put in place a robust system to tackle illegal activity on their platforms or face financial punishments from the regulator.

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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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Babcock’s LGE business secures contract on world’s largest ethane carriers

Manufacturing Management

Babcock's LGE business has been awarded a contract to deliver six cargo handling and fuel gas supply systems for Ultra Large Ethane Carriers in China.

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MMT Chats: What Exactly Is a Fractional CFO and How Do I Hire One? Part 2

Mold Making Technology

This MMT Chat explains exactly how a Fractional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) can empower small business owners to overcome the complexities of financial management. Tom Barr President of TK Molds & Engineering , Grady Cope President & CEO at Reata Engineering & Machine Works and Troy Roberts, CEO of Beanstalk Collaborative Community Wealth in Denver, CO, (and an AMBA as an current board member) explain: What a Fractional CFO is and how they differ from traditional accounting profess

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GCAP industry partners reach agreement to deliver combat next-gen aircraft

Manufacturing Management

BAE Systems, Leonardo, and Japan Aircraft Industrial Enhancement (JAIEC), have reached an agreement to form a new company under a business joint venture for the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), subject to regulatory approvals.

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Macnica Americas partners with Sony to deliver advanced imaging and vision solutions

Automation Mag

Macnica Americas is expanding on its strategic agreement with Sony to now distribute its image sensors throughout North, Central and South America. This collaboration further enhances the company’s extensive imaging and vision solutions offering that serves a diverse customer base across robotics, industrial, AI, agri-tech, healthcare, AI, security, and other emerging markets in embedded vision systems, shared the company.

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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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Expanded End-to-End Injection Molding Capabilities to Benefit Moldmakers

Mold Making Technology

Source | Protolabs Volume pricing, rigid quality control and complete program management are among the production benefits possible as a digital manufacturer. Protolabs has expanded its injection molding capabilities with the introduction of full-service production to help serve the medical industry at every stage in their product life cycles — from early prototyping and pre-production to large-scale manufacturing and end-of-life product support.

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CINCINNATI Incorporated appoints president/CEO

The Fabricator

Machine tool manufacturer CINCINNATI Incorporated has announced that after more than four years of service, Timothy Warning will step down as president/CEO effective Jan. 1, 2025.

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Key Benefits Of CNC Milling In Small Business Manufacturing

Manufacturing Tomorrow

CNC milling allows businesses to automate production, reduce waste, and maintain high standards of qualityall of which are critical for small businesses aiming to scale up and compete. Here's a look at the key benefits of using CNC milling in small business manufacturing and why it's a worthwhile investment.

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Magna Intl. to increase South Carolina footprint

The Fabricator

Automotive supplier Magna Intl. will establish a new satellite operation and expand its existing operation in Piedmont, S.C.

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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?