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Engineering … illustrated

Design World

I write a lot in this space about the need to get more young people from all backgrounds to consider engineering as a career. We rarely end up as a sexy occupation on television. That’s relegated to doctors, lawyers, and heck, even crime scene investigators and morticians. (I don’t think we can count MacGyver as… The post Engineering … illustrated appeared first on Design World.

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More About The Edge—This Time From Siemens

Gary Mintchell

The list of trade fairs that I’m missing grows. I did not go to Nuremberg this year for the SPS show. There were many product announcements. These three are from Siemens concerning its Industrial Edge. It is all happening at the Edge. New hardware and software available for Siemens’ Industrial Edge ecosystem Industrial Edge Management System now cloud-based As-a-Service Low code for Industrial Edge: Simplifying edge app programming with Mendix on Edge Edge Computing allows manufacturers to

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Mercedes-Benz Initiates Digital First Production

Automation World

Three Mercedes-Benz plants are part of this initiative that uses Nvidia digital twin technology, artificial intelligence and cloud updated software.

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Signs that Show it’s Right Time to Invest in Software Product Development

Robotics Automation News

In this digital era, imagining business operations without software is impossible. For most startups and small & mid-sized enterprises, there comes a point when opting for software product development becomes the need of the hour.

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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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Industrial Data Ops: The Next Frontier in Manufacturing

Automation World

By connecting system architectures, data access and culture, industrial data ops add context and governance to ensure that various data sources drive optimized results within shortened analytics cycles.

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China’s Belt and Road Initiative pivots to renewables and away from fossil fuels

E&T

A report has found that the share of renewables built as part of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has increased from 19 per cent 10 years ago to 47 per cent in 2022.

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$2.5m renewable hydrogen refuelling station launched in Clayton

Manufacturer's Monthly

Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, and Swinburne University of Technology’s Victorian Hydrogen Hub (VH2) have today launched a state-of-the-art clean hydrogen refuelling station, purpose-built for enabling hydrogen research. The $2.5 million refuelling station uses green hydrogen produced with electricity from renewable sources that allows hydrogen cars to travel over 600km emissions-free on a full tank.

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How one fabricator obtains the perfect edge on a laser cut

The Fabricator

Jackson, Tenn.-based fabricator Cupples’ J&J Co. has a reputation for pushing the fiber laser cutting envelope. To obtain that perfect cut edge using high-powered fiber laser technology requires optimal gas flow, good material, attention to detail, and a lot of patience.

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Developing the largest orbital servicing vehicle built in Australia

Manufacturer's Monthly

Australian space on-orbit services and logistics startup Space Machines Company (SMC) has used a suite of products from Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of industry software to design and build the Optimus Orbital servicing Vehicle (OSV), one of the largest commercial spacecrafts being designed, manufactured, and assembled in Australia. The 270kg Optimus will be launched by a SpaceX rocket from the United States to help taxi commercial satellites into their orbital paths around Earth and beyond – pr

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Video: Heroes of American Manufacturing – Mayville Engineering

NIST

Small and medium-sized manufacturers know that employees are their most important asset. Without employee commitment, no company can succeed. Mayville Engineering Company (MEC) recognizes this. According to MEC’s Executive Vice President of Fabrication Operations David Higgs, “What embodies MEC most is our mission statement. It’s pride, personal responsibility and daily excellence.

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

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Cleaning Queensland’s ocean’s

Manufacturer's Monthly

Dr Ruirui Qiao from the Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN) is working with her team of researchers to refine new polymerisation techniques – the team’s goal is to provide a sustainable alternative to conventional plastics; she spoke with Manufacturers’ Monthly to explain. Dr Ruirui Qiao will be working with AIBN colleagues, Professors Tom Davis, Xuan Pang and Xuesi Chen from the Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry (CIAC), also in collaboration with the Chinese

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Cisco Learners: What’s in store for Cyber Monday 2023

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Each year, Cyber Monday has this amazing ability to sneak up on us. I’m willing to bet that I’m not the only one in the U.S. with that lingering summer-just-ended feeling.

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Resin Price Report: Weak Demand, Lower Prices

Plastics Today

Most Prime polyethylene grades peeled off as much as a penny, as did polypropylene, the week before Thanksgiving.

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Combining to become a one stop shop

Manufacturer's Monthly

The merger of Regal Rexnord and Altra Motion has allowed the companies to provide better solutions to the manufacturing industry in Australia. Regal Rexnord and Altra Motion have joined forces to become a one-stop shop for Australian manufacturers for any need from conveyors through to generators. The two businesses are now under the umbrella of Regal Rexnord IPS Oceania, combining decades of experience under one roof.

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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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Establishing and Keeping the Trust: The Cisco Duo Managed Services Story

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

You’re about to close your day when you receive a call from your customer asking for an urgent meeting tomorrow.

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AI app identifies machines and suggests parts

Drives & Controls

Plastics specialist igus has developed an app that uses AI to identify machinery and to suggest lubrication-free components that could be used in it. The user simply takes a photo of an application and its surroundings on a mobile device, and the igusGo app identifies the equipment and searches through 10,000s of options to suggest which of igus’ products could have applications in the machine.

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Bytes of Delight: Snacking on Snack Minutes Videos

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Back in 2007, after months of intensive studying, I passed my first Cisco certification exam: the CCNA.

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Blockchain Beyond Cryptocurrency: Exploring its Potential Across Industries

Robotics Automation News

Blockchain technology counted as the underlying infrastructure for cryptocurrency transactions. However, it has grown beyond its origins and has become a disruptive force across various industries. This article aims to explore the potential uses of blockchain technology outside of cryptocurrencies and provide insights into how it transforms different sectors.

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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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‘A vote of confidence’: UK businesses welcome Jeremy Hunt’s tax breaks

The Guardian Manufacturing

Big firms hail permanent ‘full expensing’ – but some question whether it can help smaller companies British manufacturers have welcomed Jeremy Hunt’s announcement of permanent tax breaks for investment as the government tries to spur lagging UK productivity after years in the doldrums in its autumn statement. The chancellor said the tax break, worth £11bn a year by 2028-29 , was the “largest business tax cut in modern British history” as he made permanent “full expensing” one of the key growth-b

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Legged Robot Closes Digital Twin Remote Inspection Loop

Metrology

Aker BP, Cognite, and ANYbotics have partnered in pioneering offshore remote inspections with ANYmal X on the Valhall platform in the North Sea. The post Legged Robot Closes Digital Twin Remote Inspection Loop appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Fronius Welducation Simulator- Learning to weld the easy way

Manufacturing Tomorrow

The new augmented reality glasses make the weld, the welding process, and hence the entire welding experience astonishingly realistic, while the Welducation Campus rounds off the entire training package by teaching the theoretical aspects of welding.

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Thermo Fisher Scientific Opens Metrology Center for Battery Manufacturing

Metrology

The center will provide international battery manufacturers with access to the latest metrology and quality control (QC) technologies from Thermo Fisher, bringing together multiple state-of-the-art solutions in one demonstration environment, including the Thermo Scientific LInspector Measurement and Control System, The post Thermo Fisher Scientific Opens Metrology Center for Battery Manufacturing appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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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!

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Temperature Control Unit, Hot Runner Heating Enhance Injection Molding Reliability

Mold Making Technology

Günther’s newest blueMaster compact temperature control features an integrated display. Photo Credit: Günther Günther Hot Runner Systems Inc. presents its BlueFlow hot runner heating technology, which it describes as significantly slimmer, more powerful and more energy-efficient than predecessors. The company says the BlueFlow hot runner nozzle has faster thermal reactions and is well suited for processing high-temperature resins.

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Compressor and Power Generation feature

Manufacturer's Monthly

Compressors and power generators play a critical role in the manufacturing industry from advanced and modern manufacturing through to well established manufacturing sectors. Compressors operate a wide range of tools and machinery on the production line including: Cutting and welding equipment Moulding gas tanks and plastic bottles Drive screws, turn nuts and adjust machines Power positioners, clamps, stamping machines, air chucks and air knives Facilitate sand blasting and metal finishing Operat

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PipeandSteel Industrial Fabricators plans $4.3 million expansion

The Fabricator

PipeandSteel Industrial Fabricators Inc. has announced plans for a $4.3 million expansion of its manufacturing facilities in Denham Springs, La. The project is expected to create 32 direct jobs while retaining 57 existing positions. In addition to technology and equipment upgrades, the.

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ARCDIS 7”-32” Industrial Fanless Display Series with IP66 Front Panel

Manufacturer's Monthly

Interworld Electronics is excited to highlight the ARCDIS Series of rugged industrial displays from APLEX Technology. The ARCDIS series has a wide range of rugged industrial features and customisable options, including display sizes (7”-32”), touch options, and screen resolutions, which makes it ideal for a wide variety of industrial applications, including manufacturing, warehousing, kiosks and process control.

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The Secrets to Zero-Waste Manufacturing: A ex-SpaceX Start-up Case Study

Sit down with Karan Talati, CEO of First Resonance, to explore the significant contributors to waste in the manufacturing industry. Karan delves into two critical areas: material waste and data waste. He discusses how material waste impacts costs and efficiency, and the often-overlooked issue of data waste—where valuable data is not captured, leading to inefficiencies in managing inventory and operations.

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Asep Medical Holdings signs joint venture agreement with Sansure Biotech

Canadian Manufacturing

(CNW Group/ASEP Medical Holdings Inc.) VANCOUVER — Asep Medical Holdings Inc., through its subsidiary Sepset Biosciences Inc. (Sepset), has signed a definitive joint venture agreement (JV Agreement) with Chinese medical diagnostic company, Sansure Biotech Inc. (Sansure), through its subsidiary, Hunan Xiang Jiang Sansure Biotech Fund, L.P. (Sansure Fund).

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Fluid power solutions in Motion

Manufacturer's Monthly

Motion Australia is expanding its offerings to the manufacturing space with the recent acquisition of Powell Industrials. Motion, a global leader in industrial solutions, is thrilled to announce its acquisition of Powell Industrial, a prominent Australian-owned supplier of industrial and hydraulic hose and fittings offerings. This strategic move further solidifies Motion’s commitment to providing comprehensive fluid power solutions to customers in the Asia-Pacific region.

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Banner Introduces High-Power Strip Light for Surface Inspections

Control.com

Banner Engineering has recently released a new industrial strip light. The high-power, adjustable WLB72 is designed for surface and paint inspection applications in the automotive industry.

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Saudi Arabia is Poised to Transform into a Promising Hub for Future Vehicle Manufacturing

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

Frost & Sullivan, with a rich history of collaboration in the mobility sector with multiple stakeholders, envisions the region as a potential powerhouse for Future Vehicle Manufacturing. In the coming decade, Saudi Arabia will see its role in the globe’s automotive manufacturing scene shift gear, driven by strong growth in the Kingdom’s new car and aftermarket segment.

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How to Master Product Portfolio Management

Pursuing product portfolio management excellence empowers organizations to unlock the full potential of their offerings. This comprehensive guide unveils 10 essential keys that serve as the building blocks for success.