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Codesys Joins Red Hat and Intel at the Industrial Edge

Automation World

The addition of the Codesys Virtual Control to the Red Hat/Intel industrial edge platform enables the platform to deliver deterministic performance to meet the requirements of safety-critical controls for industrial automation applications.

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binder USA M12 K and L-Coded overmolded cable components meet UL 2238

Design World

binder USA has expanded its 823/824 product series with K and L-coded overmolded cable components satisfying UL 2238 standard for North America. The transmission of electrical power via compact M12 interfaces has become a fundamental requirement. The new 823/824 components provide reliable power transmission to field devices, such as sensors, wireless transmitters, and fieldbus devices.… The post binder USA M12 K and L-Coded overmolded cable components meet UL 2238 appeared first on Design

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The Eclipse Foundation Releases 2023 IoT & Edge Developer Survey Results 

Gary Mintchell

I’ve been sitting on additional news from The Eclipse Foundation. This news relates to its 2023 IoT & Edge Developer Survey. I find these results informative. Do they fit with your experience? Administered by the Eclipse IoT Working Group and the Eclipse Sparkplug Working Group , the survey provides essential insights into IoT and edge computing industry landscapes, challenges developers face, and the opportunities for enterprise stakeholders in the IoT & edge open source ecosystem.

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Red Lion’s N-Tron Series NT5000 gigabit ethernet switch series

Design World

Red Lion, a global innovator and technology manufacturer that empowers industrial organizations to access, connect, and visualize their data, announces feature enhancements to its N-Tron® Series NT5000 Gigabit Managed Layer 2 Ethernet switches, first released in January of this year. As industries modernize their facilities and digitally transform operations to leverage the power of industrial… The post Red Lion’s N-Tron Series NT5000 gigabit ethernet switch series appeared first on

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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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ABB Robotics and Porsche Consulting Plan to Transform Housing Manufacturing

Automation World

A pilot project between the companies aims to develop new practices in modular housing manufacturing that will help meet the need for more affordable and sustainable buildings and reduce the environmental impact of construction.

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OKW extends SMART-PANEL wall-mount enclosures range

Design World

OKW has extended its range of SMART-PANEL wall-mount and desktop enclosures for building monitoring and control. New size S114 fits flush-mount cavity wall boxes up to 3.94 x 3.94-in. Elegant SMART-PANEL is ideal for applications including building services systems, electrical installations, smart homes, offices, security, IoT/IIoT, wireless communications, measuring and control, and medical and laboratory… The post OKW extends SMART-PANEL wall-mount enclosures range appeared first on Desi

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Saginaw HMI enclosures and suspension arm systems from AutomationDirect

Design World

AutomationDirect has added new quality-built Saginaw carbon steel and stainless steel HMI enclosures available in various sizes with NEMA 3R/4/12/13 ratings (stainless steel units are also rated NEMA 4X). These enclosures protect human machine interfaces (HMIs) from harsh industrial environments, helping to prolong HMI service life and ensure reliable operation.

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What is a Plasma Cutter? And, Why Your Business May Need One

Robotics Automation News

A plasma cutter is a tool that uses a directed stream of hot plasma to cut through various types of conductive metals like steel, aluminum, brass, copper, and more. Plasma cutters work by creating an electrical arc between a negatively charged electrode in the tip of the torch and the positively charged workpiece.

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Cutting-edge manufacturing enables production of diverse vane sizes

Design World

Vesconite Bearings recently produced both the smallest and largest vanes in its history. This achievement underscores Vesconite Bearings’ commitment to engineering vanes in air motors, vacuum pumps and concrete vibrators to maximize efficiency, reliability and performance. In June, Vesconite Bearings successfully crafted the tiniest vanes to date, measuring a mere 1.3 mm in thickness, 6.3… The post Cutting-edge manufacturing enables production of diverse vane sizes appeared first on

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Why You Need to Insure Your Electric Vehicle

Robotics Automation News

Insuring your electric vehicle is an essential step in making sure that you’re secure on the road and that you can bounce back should anything go awry in relation to your car.

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

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Strain Gauges: Real-World Considerations and Typical Applications

Control.com

In this article, we will explore real-world considerations for strain gauge performance and typical applications. We’ll be talking about foil and wire strain gauges, but ignoring semiconductors.

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The Rise of Automation in Manufacturing

Robotics Automation News

Manufacturing operations across the globe have experienced a great deal of turbulence in recent years. From disruptions to production lines and supply chains brought about by both the pandemic and geopolitical disturbances, to an increased focus on sustainable practices intended to reduce energy consumption and make more appropriate use of finite resources.

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New ASTM standard aims to establish consistent grading system for additive manufacturing in automotive sector

Automation Mag

ASTM International shared in a press statement that its additive manufacturing technologies committee ( F42 ) is developing a proposed standard that will be used to assign part grades across automotive industries that use AM to produce parts. “The proposed standard is the first step in providing an AM parts grading system for the automotive industry,” says ASTM member Chuck Nostedt.

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6 Reasons Why Quantum Information Science Should Be Taught in Schools

Robotics Automation News

When I went to school, the IT class was new. Brand new. It was so new that once you moved beyond touch typing, which was what you learned in Year 7, there was not much else left for you to learn.

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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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Siemens Supports U.S. Infrastructure With Over $500 Million in Investments

Control.com

Over the past year, Siemens has invested over $500 million in electricity-focused and artificial intelligence-driven infrastructure to support and grow the U.S. economy.

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Supplying an industry leader

Manufacturer's Monthly

Thornton Engineering, a family-owned manufacturer specialising in structural steel, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, plate work and pile casings, relies on a pivotal supply of industrial gases from Air Liquide Australia. Andrew Thornton, the company’s founder, started his journey in a small workshop on his farm Penhurst, regional Victoria and has since expanded the business into a thriving steel fabrication enterprise that is now a major player in the Australian market.

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Medical Shop Performs Lights-Out Production in Five-Axes

Modern Machine Shop

Five-axis machining has built its reputation in the metal manufacturing world through the many advanced machining strategies that are impossible without the additional rotational axes that set it apart. However, many manufacturers have found great benefits in 3+2-axis manufacturing techniques, using the rotational axes to reduce setup time. This approach can provide a firm foundation for highly automated machine cells such as the ones I found at Clippard Manufacturing , a Cincinnati-based valve

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Minimise construction project risks with CreditSource

Manufacturer's Monthly

With the current construction boom across the country, it’s never been more important for major project owners to do their due diligence on supplier’s financial situation. According to CreditSource founder and CEO Shavantha Mallawa the traditional approach of waiting five to seven days for a report on a potential contractor’s financial risks is imperfect.

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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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5 Medtech Trends to Watch in 2024

Plastics Today

Sustainability, accessibility, ease-of-use, and artificial intelligence will shape medical device design and manufacturing in the year ahead and beyond.

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Australian Government supports businesses to adopt AI

Manufacturer's Monthly

A new program to support Australian businesses to adopt and integrate artificial intelligence safely into their work practices has been launched by the minister for industry and science, Ed Husic. The Australian Government’s Artificial Intelligence Adopt Program will provide $17 million to establish up to five AI Adopt centres across Australia. The Government is seeking applications from Australian businesses, industry partners and research institutions with the capability to deliver training an

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Buffalo Brew Fab centers business on keg products

The Fabricator

Fabricating keg urinals started out as a small project for Brandon Farrell of Buffalo Brew Fab, but now it’s the foundation of his shop.

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UniSA creates novel deep sensing technology with optical fibre

Manufacturer's Monthly

Australia faces the ever-increasing challenge of maintaining its maritime domain awareness in the Indo-Pacific region. Monitoring and safeguarding the region – which is home to extensive maritime borders, grey-zone operations, and trillion-dollar trade routes – requires significant resources and strategic coordination. So, what if there was a way to amplify Australia’s maritime surveillance and bolster our strategic resilience?

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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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Unilever faces investigation over claims it is ‘greenwashing’ its products

E&T

Concerns have been raised that Unilever is overstating the green credentials of some of the products it sells, thereby misleading consumers.

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Grants to build Australia’s quantum pipeline

Manufacturer's Monthly

Australian quantum students will participate in five cutting-edge research projects as part of the Next Generation Quantum Graduates Program, administered by CSIRO , Australia’s national science agency. These projects could help to develop an understanding of the sub-atomic make up of life, as well as develop an understanding of algorithms and software on a future quantum internet.

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The Next One Billion Lives

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Last week, Cisco shared the news that we’ve achieved our ten-year goal to positively impact one billion lives through the Cisco Foundation, Social Impact grants, and Networking Academy – one year ahe… Read more on Cisco Blogs

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With Hacks on the Rise, Manufacturers Hone Their Cybersecurity Smarts

Industry Week

Cyber-maturity is finally catching up to digital transformation, a new Manufacturers Alliance study finds.

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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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Griffin Welding to add 30 jobs in Connecticut

The Fabricator

The Hartford Business Journal has reported that Griffin Welding has purchased a 20,000-sq.-ft. building in Waterbury, Conn., with plans to increase its staff from 10 to 40.

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Make UK/BDO survey – Manufacturing output surges as companies plan for 2024

Manufacturing Management

Britain’s manufacturers have seen output surge three times faster than orders in the last quarter. Business confidence indicators are also starting to show the first signs of a more stable economic backdrop after years of global and domestic uncertainty.

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T. J. Snow announces 2024 resistance welding training dates

The Fabricator

T. J. Snow, Chattanooga, Tenn., has announced the return of its regional resistance welding seminars in 2024.

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Haemonetics completes acquisition of OpSens Inc.

Canadian Manufacturing

QUÉBEC CITY — OpSens Inc., a medical device cardiology-focused company delivering solutions based on its proprietary optical technology, announces the successful completion of the previously announced acquisition by Haemonetics Corporation of all of the issued and outstanding common shares in the capital of OpSens for $2.90 in cash per Share, pursuant to a statutory plan of arrangement under the Business Corporations Act.

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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.