Automation World
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
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.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
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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Gary Mintchell
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
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.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
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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Gary Mintchell
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
I think I’ve been to all twelve Inductive Automation Ignition Community Conferences in Folsom, CA. It’s possible I missed one. They are always enjoyable. It’s truly a community where people share ideas and show success stories. The partner ecosystem for Ignition consists of strong, smaller, innovative companies and creative systems integrators. To quote from the press release, Now in its twelfth year, the Ignition Community Conference (ICC) brings together industrial professionals from around th
Design World
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
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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Design World
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
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.
The Fabricator
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
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.
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
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?
Control.com
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Renishaw has expanded the capabilities of its FORTiS encoder scales to accommodate longer lengths, specifically targeting larger machine tools.
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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.
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
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
Manufacturer's Monthly
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
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
NIST Manufacturing
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
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.
The Guardian Manufacturing
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
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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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.
E&T
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
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.
Automation Mag
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
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.
Canadian Manufacturing
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
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)
Manufacturing Tomorrow
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
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.
Speaker: Shalini Dinesh
Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.
Manufacturing Management
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
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.
Automation Mag
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Toyota Motor Corp. and Mazda are recalling more than 12,000 vehicles in Canada Toyota is recalling 5,585 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrids due to a braking issue that could increase the risk of crashing. The issue affects 2023 and 2024 models. The automaker says some vehicles could experience a hard brake pedal that can cause the stopping distance to be more than expected.
E&T
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
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.
Metrology
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
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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Measuring innovation success is critical yet challenging for organizations, often leading to confusion over which KPIs to use. Many rely on inappropriate metrics borrowed from other departments, wasting resources and overlooking valuable opportunities. This guide outlines why innovation metrics are hard to track and offers a framework for creating effective KPIs.
Mold Making Technology
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
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.
Metrology
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
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.
Fabricating & Metal Work
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Most manufacturers continue to be manually driven from a management perspective, often relying on operators and shop floor personnel to collect, compile and enter information. While a necessary evil in manufacturing, it’s surprising that scheduling has not evolved beyond the current standard. Many manufacturers continue to struggle with the complexities of scheduling, often due to the limitations of traditional tools and the unpredictable nature of the shop floor.
Metrology
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Teledyne DALSA, a global leader in machine vision technology, has announced its next generation AI-powered BOA3 smart camera for industrial automation and inspection. The post Teledyne DALSA Unveils Next Generation AI-Powered Smart Camera appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.
Speaker: Paul Heller
Most innovation work proceeds independently from company strategy. As a result, the products that arrive in the market are not well aligned with the company’s goals. This challenge is particularly significant in organizations with transformation-oriented strategies, where innovation must directly support growth, scalability, and strategic pivots. In this session, we will discuss why innovation in large companies is so often not aligned with the company’s strategy and what innovation leaders, pro
Fabricating & Metal Work
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
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.
Metrology
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Global engineering technologies company, Renishaw, will launch the latest offering for its RenAM 500 series of metal additive manufacturing (AM) systems at Formnext 2024, in Frankfurt, Germany, from November 19 to 22. The post Renishaw To Launch New AM System At Formnext 2024 appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.
Fabricating & Metal Work
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Taps made from advanced materials such as high-speed steel with cobalt (HSS-E), powdered metal, or carbide, can significantly extend tool life and improve process reliability. Tap geometry is also an important consideration. In today’s competitive manufacturing environment, optimizing every aspect of the production process is essential to maintaining efficiency and profitability.
Metrology
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Nikon has announced the launch of Scatter Correction CT, a software solution that enhances image quality and measurement accuracy in industrial computed tomography (CT) scanning by correcting scatter artifacts. The post Scatter Correction Software Addresses X-ray Scatter Artifacts In Industrial CT Scanning appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.
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Innovation varies widely across sectors and organizations, creating value in diverse forms. Understanding different types is crucial for R&D teams to foster creativity and uncover missed opportunities. This guide explores 25 key types of innovation in management frameworks.
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