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Teledyne DALSA, Wickon Hightech announce strategic collaboration for 3D scanning technology

Design World

Teledyne DALSA, part of Teledyne Technologies company, a global leader in high-performance digital imaging and semiconductors, and Wickon Hightech s.r.o, an innovative provider of advanced inspection and measurement systems, are excited to announce a strategic collaboration aimed at bringing cutting-edge 3D scanning technology to market. This partnership combines Teledyne DALSA’s expertise in high-resolution imaging sensors… The post Teledyne DALSA, Wickon Hightech announce strategic colla

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EV deliveries rise in October as overall market shrinks

SMMT

New car market falls by -6.0% in October, as businesses, fleets and private buyers register 9,241 fewer vehicles. Battery electric the only powertrain to see uptake rise as manufacturers continue to subsidise transition with billions in unsustainable discounting. One in five BEV models now retailing for less than the average petrol or diesel but consumer support still needed for fast and fair transition.

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Womack Machine Supply and Morrell Group rebrand as Evolution Motion Solutions

Design World

Womack Machine Supply and Morrell Group, leading providers of motion control solutions and subsidiaries of Womack Group, have rebranded as Evolution Motion Solutions. The company is introducing a new logo, website, and updated marketing and sales materials. This rebrand marks the next chapter in the company’s journey as it continues to drive innovation in hydraulic,… The post Womack Machine Supply and Morrell Group rebrand as Evolution Motion Solutions appeared first on Design World.

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Pipedream Labs deploys underground robotic delivery system in Texas drive thru

Robotics Business Review

Pipedream’s shuttle robots run on unpowered rails through the company’s pipe system to deliver food. | Source: Pipedream Pipedream Labs Inc. announced the launch of its robotic food-delivery system at a leading quick-service restaurant, or QSR. The system delivers food orders from the kitchen to the customer in under 15 seconds, “transforming fast food into instant food,” it said.

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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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UK Ministry of Defence Entrusts SSTL with £40m Spy Satellite

Manufacturing Management

The United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence has awarded a £40 million contract to Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL) to build its Juno spy satellite, European Spaceflight reported.

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Mencom’s Magnetic Sensors: Small Devices, Big Impact

Control.com

Mencom added a new product line of magnetic sensors to its portfolio. These sensors serve various applications within sectors such as automation and manufacturing environments.

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Gilmour Space receives milestone permit for orbital test flight

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Gilmour Space Technologies Gilmour Space Technologies has been granted the country’s first orbital launch permit for its maiden Eris rocket launch from the Bowen Orbital Spaceport in north Queensland. An Australian launch permit is required under the Space (Launches & Returns) Act 2018 to launch an object from Australia to an altitude of over 100 kilometres.

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Domestic Collaboration Yields Efficiency and Budget Gains For Innovative Tooling Project

Mold Making Technology

Pyramid Molding Group and Lettuce Grow's collaboration on the Nook showcases technical expertise, innovation and effective project management. Source (All images) | KD Shah / Pyramid Molding Group Pyramid Molding Group (PMG), a domestic mold builder and plastic injection molder based in Rockford, Illinois, partnered with Lettuce Grow to develop tooling for the second generation of its innovative hydroponic plant stand.

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Defence scraps Geostationary Earth Orbit satellite

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Andrei Armiagov / stock.adobe.com Accelerating space technologies and evolving threats has seen Defence has assessed that a single orbit GEO-based satellite communications system would not meet strategic priorities. As such, Defence has decided to cease its current procurement activity with Lockheed Martin Australia for a single orbit GEO-based satellite communications system.

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Should You Add Linear Scales to Your Machine?

Modern Machine Shop

Source: Getty Images Reader Question: Our shop is ramping up to buy new equipment before end of the year and we’ve narrowed our choice down to a single machine. However, we are stuck on if we should spend the extra money for scales on all axes or if the quoted accuracy of the machine is sufficient for our needs. Miller’s Answer: Scales are a great option for shops who demand a lot from their machines in terms of accuracy.

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

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WA Government seeks experts for new AI advisory board

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: MT.PHOTOSTOCK/stock.adobe.com The Western Australian Government is looking for experts to sit on a new artificial intelligence (AI) advisory board. Innovation and the Digital Economy Minister Stephen Dawson said expressions of interest are open to become an inaugural member of the Western Australian Government Artificial Intelligence Advisory. “Whilst the uptake of AI varies across the public sector, there is an increasing need to ensure that the adoption of AI technologies is consi

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Vodafone-Three merger could get go-ahead, says UK’s competition watchdog

E&T

Following an 18-month investigation, the UK’s competition watchdog says the proposed £15bn merger between Vodafone and Three could get the green light if concerns are addressed.

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Defence Industry among beneficiaries of new workforce investment

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Sarapinas Valery/stock.adobe.com The Federal Government is set to invest more than $600 million to expand the Continuation Bonus for permanent members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and increase the ADF’s Operational Reserves by an additional 1,000 personnel. Today’s announcement coincides with the release of the 2024 Defence Workforce Plan, which examines planning and development.

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New van market hits three year high but EVs need boost

SMMT

Demand for new light commercial vehicles rises by 2.4%, delivering best October performance in three years. Growth attributable to small and medium vans, but future of new pickup market at serious risk. Plug-in Van Grant extension welcome but further and more holistic support needed, as electric van uptake remains -1.9% down in 2024. SEE LCV REGISTRATIONS BY BRAND DOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE AND DATA TABLE The number of new light commercial vehicles (LCVs) joining UK roads grew 2.4% in October with 2

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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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New Zero Emission Bus road map in VIC

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: THINK b/stock.adobe.com The Victorian Government has unveiled a road map to transform Victoria ’s diesel bus fleet towards zero emissions. The Zero Emission Bus (ZEB) Plan will help guide how Victoria’s diesel fleet will be progressively phased out and replaced by zero emission buses. The plan will provide operators and industry with information on how Victoria will transition towards ZEB buses, along with key insights and innovations on technologies within the ZEB industry.

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From surge to sobriety: the state of robotics investment in 2024

Robotics Business Review

1X’s Eve robot. Over the last several years, the investment environment has been tough for robotics startups. Capital deployment has fallen and companies have closed as the general downturn in tech investment that started in 2022 hit the resource-intensive robotics particularly hard. We have tracked that decline — and identified green shoots of recovery — in our annual State of Robotics reports.

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Labour’s 2030 grid decarbonisation plans at the ‘limit of what is feasible’

E&T

Labour’s aim to decarbonise the UK’s electricity grid by 2030 is a “huge challenge” but achievable with the right policy incentives, the newly-formed National Energy System Operator (NESO) has said.

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RBR50 Spotlight: Ukrainian tractor company develops demining robot

Robotics Business Review

Organization: Gardarika Tres Country: Ukraine Website: [link] Year Founded: 2014 Number of Employees: 11-20 Innovation Class: Application & Market Ukraine-based Gardarika Tres LLC is a manufacturer and distributor of agricultural equipment that focuses on precision farming systems and was founded in 2014. The company started an autonomous tractor navigation brand called Efarm.pro in 2023.

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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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The three-computer solution: Powering the next wave of AI robotics

Robotics Automation News

By Madison Huang, director of product and technical marketing, Nvidia Industrial, physical AI-based systems – from humanoids to factories – are being accelerated across training, simulation and inference. ChatGPT marked the big bang moment of generative AI.

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The Royal Academy of Engineering launches Engineers 2030

Manufacturing Management

The Royal Academy of Engineering (RAEng), in collaboration with the National Engineering Policy Centre, has launched a new consultation to examine how engineering knowledge and skills are changing in the 21st century and what will be required to attract, educate, recruit and support future engineers and technicians.

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Next-gen materials blast off to the ISS for testing in harsh space environments

E&T

A new generation of materials that could be used to build spacecraft are on its way to the International Space Station (ISS) in order to test their effectiveness in space.

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British Steel helps shape SeAH Wind’s £900m wind plant

Manufacturing Management

Incredible progress is being made on one of the world’s largest offshore wind plants being built on Teesside with the help of British Steel sections.

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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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United Grinding Signs Agreement to Acquire GF Machining Solutions

Modern Machine Shop

Source: Getty Images United Grinding Group announces the signing of an agreement with Georg Fischer AG to acquire its GF Machining Solutions (GFMS) division. Through this acquisition, United Grinding says it aims to strengthen its position in the market, expand its portfolio of products and serve its global customers with comprehensive solutions. Together, United Grinding and GFMS intend to establish a global presence in ultra-precision machining.

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Stain Removal for Optimized Injection Mold Maintenance

Mold Making Technology

Source | Nanoplas Nanoplas offers its Zap-Ox stain removal for optimized injection mold maintenance. Ensuring molds are stain and oxidation-free is essential to maintaining high-quality production and minimizing costly downtime. The compoany says Zap-Ox is a powerful cleaner specifically designed to remove oxidation, rust and other stubborn stains without etching metal surfaces.

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Ceratizit Milling Tool Enables Dynamic Positioning

Modern Machine Shop

Source: Ceratizit USA Inc. Ceratizit USA ’s FreeTurn tool features a slim, axial structure that enables users to benefit from 360 degrees of freedom in the axis without the risk of collision. The dynamic positioning optimizes chip breakage and improves component quality by changing the position during the process. Undercuts or contours, which currently require an additional tool, can be produced.

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One Hundred Percent CMM Inspection of 500 Parts Become Almost Fully Automated

Metrology

We now load 50 parts on the bed of the CMM and hit the go button. We can get on with other work while the Aberlink CMM inspects all the parts, with fully collated inspection reports for each part at the end of the run – It has transformed how we work! The post One Hundred Percent CMM Inspection of 500 Parts Become Almost Fully Automated appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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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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FMA delivers workforce lifecycle for metal fabrication and manufacturing

The Fabricator

FMA's commitment to North American metal fabrication and manufacturing professionals is exemplified through the organization's workforce lifecycle and co-sponsorship of the FABTECH trade show.

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Zeiss Launch CONNECTED QUALITY Hub For Centralized Integrated Measured Data Exchange

Metrology

With the new product family Zeiss CONNECTED QUALITY, Zeiss is offering a new metrology hub that closes the gap between application and reporting software solutions actively contributing to centrally managed global quality operations. The post Zeiss Launch CONNECTED QUALITY Hub For Centralized Integrated Measured Data Exchange appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Kalamazoo Valley Community College to host Nov. 7 Technical Trades Expo

The Fabricator

Kalamazoo Valley Community College in Kalamazoo, Mich., is hosting a Nov. 7 Technical Trades Expo in its Advanced Technology Center on the Texas Township Campus. During the expo, which runs from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., prospective students and other interested attendees can learn about such technologies.

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LS ELECTRIC Adds UL MCCB to North American Data Center Market

Control.com

In response to a growing market trend in the North American data center market, LS ELECTRIC has designed a new MCCB with monitoring capabilities specifically for the North American market.

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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.