Mon.Sep 30, 2024

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Energy Monitoring for Manufacturers Gets Easier

Automation World

Opto 22’s Benson Hougland explains how manufacturers can quickly track their most expensive energy costs using Inductive Automation’s Ignition and the groov RIO energy monitoring unit.

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September 2024 Issue: The difference between an EV powertrain and drivetrain

Design World

 Make it easy to do the right thing Startups have it made. With a single match, they can ignite engineers’ creativity and fuel collaboration and quality naturally within their emerging cultures. Light the same match in a long-standing company, and many people flee and protest, clinging to the way things have always been. In… The post September 2024 Issue: The difference between an EV powertrain and drivetrain appeared first on Design World.

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UK government’s pylon roll-out plan receives backlash from local councils

E&T

Local councils warn they will launch a High Court challenge to block the government’s plan to roll out electricity pylons across the UK.

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Meet the new FlexiBowl 200, a compact automated feeding solution

Design World

The FlexiBowl 200 is ARS Automation’s latest innovation in its lineup of flexible feeding solutions. The new product is designed compactly with powerful performance to address the growing demands of modern manufacturing and is suitable for handling small parts ranging from 1 to 10 mm. The feeding solution is 25% shorter and 50% slimmer than… The post Meet the new FlexiBowl 200, a compact automated feeding solution 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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Human Factors and Ergonomics

Gary Mintchell

The Human Factors and Ergonomics Society features research into such things as how humans focus on displays and controls, how humans work to lift, reach, and twist in various occupations. The Society has been mostly academic, but Susan Kotowski, outgoing President, has led an initiative to reach out to practitioners fostering joint collaboration into research.

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Does TPMS need a pressure sensor?

Design World

It seems obvious that a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), required by several governments, would need a pressure sensor. But that’s not true. Alternative approaches take advantage of other sensing capabilities in a vehicle, computing, and algorithms to implement a solution for TPMS that meets legislated requirements. The alternative, indirect, approach has been used for […] The post Does TPMS need a pressure sensor?

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AutomationDirect offers RHINO PSE-S Series encapsulated chassis mount power supplies

Design World

AutomationDirect has added the RHINO PSE-S series power supplies which are fully encapsulated in ultra-compact, low-profile housings and ideal for space-limited applications. These cost-effective power supplies offer a wide input voltage range, up to 89% efficiency, and are available in 5, 12, 15, and 24 VDC output voltage options with up to 4.1A/50W.

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ARS Automation designs compact FlexiBowl 200 to handle small parts

Robotics Business Review

The FlexiBowl 200 parts feeder is shorter and slimmer than previous models. Source: ARS Automation As industrial robots become ever faster and more accurate, they need automated systems upstream and downstream to keep up. ARS Automation this month announced the launch of FlexiBowl 200, it latest flexible feeding system for modern manufacturing. The FlexiBowl 200 combines compact design and performance, making it suitable for handling small parts ranging from 1 to 10 mm (0.03 to 0.3 in.), claimed

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168 Manufacturing introduces FullShop Gen 3 for affordable coolant automation at IMTS

Design World

168 Manufacturing announced at IMTS the upcoming availability of its reengineered FullShop Gen 3 solutions, which makes coolant automation more affordable and easier to install. Built on years of real-world experience and market feedback, Gen 3 uses modern software and electronics, plus a new fluid architecture, to deliver best-in-class value, performance and simplicity.

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Longer For Larger Machines: Renishaw Offers Extended FORTiS Encoder Scales

Control.com

Renishaw has expanded the capabilities of its FORTiS encoder scales to accommodate longer lengths, specifically targeting larger machine tools.

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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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5x5: The Public Safety Innovation Summit

NIST Manufacturing

SAVE THE DATE 5x5 ― the confirmation of a strong and clear signal ― and the place to make your voice heard and drive public safety communications forward.

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Cleaning Technologies Group announces expansion of Blackstone-NEY Ultrasonics

The Fabricator

Cleaning Technologies Group LLC, a provider of parts washer technology and custom-engineered machinery, has relocated its Blackstone-NEY Ultrasonics division from Jamestown, N.Y., to Cincinnati and expanded its operations.

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BAE Systems to establish new head office in Lot Fourteen, Adelaide

Manufacturer's Monthly

The Innovation Centre, where BAE Systems will establish their new head office. (Image: premsphotogallery) Australian defence firm BAE Systems recently signed on as a cornerstone tenant in Lot Fourteen’s Innovation Centre, establishing itself as a significant industry contributor to South Australia’s connected Innovation Places network. The new location situates BAE Systems at the centre of South Australia’s defence and critical technologies innovation, giving them increased accessibility to the

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See the future (and your peers) at Pipe + Tube Omaha

The Fabricator

This year’s Pipe and Tube Conference in Omaha is one and a half days of valuable education and plant tours.

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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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Breakthrough in medical imaging generates high-quality scans of blood vessels in real time

E&T

A new hand-held scanner generates highly detailed photoacoustic tomography (PAT) imaging scans in real time, providing doctors with an accurate view of a patient’s blood vessels.

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A brief history of lasers in metal fabricating, Part 1

The Fabricator

Industry veteran Michael Pellecchia shares his memories of the early days of lasers in metal fabricating.

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5 Reasons Why Developers Should Attend Security Conferences

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

On the first night of BlackHat USA, I made conversation with a few friendly penetration testers who were perplexed when I told them I was a developer. Why would I be at a cybersecurity conference? …What was I hoping to get out of it?

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WILA USA Lives Press Brake Productivity

Fabricating & Metal Work

WILA’s state-of-the-art clamping and crowning systems offer the ultimate solution when it comes to efficiently changing tools, whether hydraulic, mechanical or pneumatic. The team at WILA USA (Louisville, KY) builds its relationships with customers by prioritizing their satisfaction with its products and services when responding to bending challenges in sheet metal.

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

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‘It’s heartbreaking’: gloom in Port Talbot as steel town’s last blast furnace closes

The Guardian Manufacturing

As workers finish their last shift, local people lament the end of an era and fear devastating impact in south Wales With the closure of Port Talbot, UK must step up investment in green jobs Alun Davies looks across to the plumes of steam that rise from Port Talbot’s last blast furnace, soon to be extinguished. The mood in the rainswept south Wales steel town is “heartbreaking”, says Davies, the national officer for the steelworkers’ union Community and a former steelworker of nine years.

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Origin celebrates its one-millionth product milestone

Manufacturing Management

Origin, a specialist manufacturer of bespoke aluminium Bi-folding doors and windows, has clocked a significant achievement.

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PTDA adds new members: Eastern Sales and Proton.ai

Automation Mag

The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA), an association for the industrial power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) distribution channel, has added two new members – a new distributor member Eastern Sales and a new associate member Proton.ai. Eastern Sales reportedly specializes in finding difficult-to-find items. Additionally, through their industrial belt division, the company can also install belts as wide as 72 inches.

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Canadore College opens its Innovation Centre for Advanced Manufacturing and Prototyping

Canadian Manufacturing

The workshops included critical minerals, EV battery materials and testing, and Canadore’s Motive Power Zero Emission Training Centre. They were conducted by automotive, electrical, and innovation experts at Canadore College, within ICAMP, and staff from Miller Technology, a North Bay company that develops advanced technologies for contemporary mining operations (CNW Group/Canadore College) NORTH BAY — Canadore College’s Innovation Centre for Advanced Manufacturing and Prototyping (ICAMP)

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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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IPS Adhesives Expands MMA Adhesives Portfolio with Acquisition of L&L Acrylate/MMA Technology

Manufacturing Tomorrow

This acquisition complements IPS Adhesives’ specialist MMA-based product offering and provides a platform that enhances its ability to deliver innovative solutions that facilitate lightweighting and the bonding of dissimilar materials.

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Manufacturer appoints new MD to support growth plans

Manufacturing Management

Hodgson has joined the team following 13 years with Formula Plastics as managing director, alongside previous positions as production manager.

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The software era has begun: will you turn left or right?

E&T

Comment: The deep software-driven transformation of the automotive industry should be a wake-up call for manufacturing. David Hughes, director of UKI Solutions Consulting at PTC, discusses why a new approach to product development is needed.

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Britain buys semiconductor factory to secure supply for military

Manufacturing Management

The British government has bought a struggling factory from the U.S. firm Coherent Inc. to secure domestic manufacture of gallium arsenide semiconductors, used in military technology including fighter jets, Reuters reported.

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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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Introducing Verisurf 2025

Metrology

Verisurf software is designed to support the manufacturing enterprise, whether in the quality lab, on the shop floor, or out in the field. Verisurf solution suites are purpose-based, and additional application modules can be added as needs increase. The post Introducing Verisurf 2025 appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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MMT Chats: Cavalier Tool & Mfg. Talks VR in Mold Design

Mold Making Technology

Join me as I speak with Peter Gossmann, Cavalier Tool & Mfg Sales Manager, to get the scoop on this leading mold builder's use of an immersive virtual reality experience developed with Invest Windsor-Essex to enhance the understanding of mold design. For more MMT Chats, click here.

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Mitutoyo Announces Upgraded QuantuMike Digimatic Micrometer

Metrology

The new and improved QuantuMike is a groundbreaking new micrometer, designed to redefine efficiency and precision in handheld measurement devices. Engineered to meet the demands of manufacturing professionals, the QuantuMike boasts high-speed operation, high accuracy measurements, and unparalleled ease of use. The post Mitutoyo Announces Upgraded QuantuMike Digimatic Micrometer appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Range of Latch Locking Units and Ejectors Benefit Demolding Process

Mold Making Technology

Source | Hasco America Inc. Hasco America Inc. , with its comprehensive range of latch locking units and two-stage ejectors, offers a variety of solutions specifically for the field of multi-stage demolding. Compared to latch locking units, which precisely control the movements of the mold plates by opening the mold, two-stage ejectors control the sequence of the ejection by splitting up the output movement into separate stages.

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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!