Robotics Business Review

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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Manufacturing Management

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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Control.com

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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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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Industry Week

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The rise in imports came ahead of the year-end holiday season and may be due to companies stocking up in anticipation of a dockworkers' strike in early October.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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SMMT

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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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?

Design World

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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E&T

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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Robotics Business Review

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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E&T

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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Manufacturing Management

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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E&T

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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Manufacturing Management

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

By Gautham Hegde, Senior Research Analyst – Mobility As technological advancements reshape the automotive landscape, consumer preferences for greater connectivity, convenience, personalization, and flexibility are driving significant growth in Feature on Demand (FoD) services. These innovations are revolutionizing the way drivers experience and interact with their vehicles.

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Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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Mold Making Technology

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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Metrology

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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Plastics Today

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The extrusion tooling specialist is applying its expertise to the design and production of pultrusion dies for automotive, construction, and other applications.

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Metrology

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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Manufacturing Tomorrow

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Packaging and Processing professionals vote for the best-in-class, never-before-seen innovations at this year’s largest industry show.

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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 Fabricator

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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Plastics Today

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Absolute Haitian will feature a smart electric injection molding machine while Color Service will highlight its automated masterbatch dosing system.

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The Fabricator

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Mill Steel Co., a distributor of flat-rolled carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum in Grand Rapids, Mich., has acquired Maryland Metals Processing (MMP).

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Control.com

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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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