Automation World
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Not all industrial sectors are reducing their robot orders. The consumer packaged goods industry, for example, has significantly expanded its orders. But recent declines indicate how multiple factors—from political uncertainty and overbuying to poor implementation plans—can have an impact on automation technology adoption.
Robotics Business Review
OCTOBER 30, 2024
The Robot Report is seeking nominations for its 2025 RBR50 Robotics Innovation Awards. The RBR50 has recognized the most innovative and influential organizations in robotics for the past dozen years. Here are the winners from 2024 , 2023 , 2022 , and 2021. Each year, a team of experts selects the most interesting and important robotics innovations from around the world.
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Automation World
OCTOBER 30, 2024
As generative AI proliferates throughout the industrial space, organizations must adopt careful strategies to develop a foundation for success.
Manufacturer's Monthly
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Image: Surak/stock.adobe.com To support Australian manufacturers and small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) in navigating this new landscape, Industry Capability Network (ICN) has launched their Net Zero Readiness Assessment Tool. The Australian Government has committed to reducing emissions and creating a net zero economy by 2050. This means that climate readiness is becoming more than just a competitive edge—it’s a business imperative.
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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).
Automation World
OCTOBER 30, 2024
In 2008, Entegris made the choice to work with a company that was a relative newcomer to the industrial software scene. Today, the company still uses Inductive Automation’s software as the central platform to manage its manufacturing operations and support IT/OT interconnectivity.
Robotics Business Review
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Boston Dynamics Inc. released a new video of its Atlas humanoid robot today. The video shows the electric robot handling large automotive parts autonomously. According to the company, the robot uses machine learning to execute its tasks and 3D vision to perceive the world around it. There are no prescribed or teleoperated movements; all motions are generated autonomously online, said Boston Dynamics.
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Gary Mintchell
OCTOBER 30, 2024
I saw HighByte people during my last trip while also taking a deeper dive into the values of Namespaces. HighByte expanded its portfolio into this area several years ago. Here is news of an update. HighByte announced the release of HighByte Intelligence Hub version 4.0 with new Namespaces and Smart Query capabilities that advance the Unified Namespace (UNS) architectural pattern and address the key challenges to its adoption.
Automation World
OCTOBER 30, 2024
With Ethernet, SCADA, HMI and engineering workstations could share real-time data more efficiently, driving enhanced flexibility and productivity in industrial environments.
Manufacturer's Monthly
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Image: AA+W/stock.adobe.com Latest research highlights the potential of hole-spin qubits for faster and more efficient quantum computing applications. A team led by UNSW Sydney, in collaboration with Australian start-up Diraq, has reached a major milestone by demonstrating hole-spin qubits using industry standard silicon manufacturing processes, Hole-spins – positively charged particles in semiconductors – have the potential to revolutionise quantum computers by offering rapid operation speeds
Robotics Business Review
OCTOBER 30, 2024
The DMU41 inertial measurement unit (IMU) un-housed. Source: Silicon Sensing Systems Silicon Sensing Systems Ltd. and the Institute of Science Tokyo, a leading Japanese science and technology university, yesterday said that they have jointly tested Silicon Sensing’s DMU41 inertial measurement unit, or IMU, for low earth orbit applications. “Working with the prestigious Science Tokyo on this new test program to demonstrate the capabilities of our DMU41 IMU has been a milestone development f
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?
Manufacturer's Monthly
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Image: ID1974/stock.adobe.com The Federal Government has announced a commitment to manufacture 155mm M795 artillery ammunition and Guided Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (GMLRS). The Federal Government has announced Thales has been selected as the preferred tender to build a new domestic forging capability for 155mm M795 artillery ammunition. The 155mm M795 artillery ammunition are used by Australia, the United States and other international partners for the M777A2 Light Towed Howitzer, a critica
Design World
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Samtec announces the availability of its SLH/TLH Series printed circuit board (PCB) to board (B2B) connectors that offer an ultra-low mated stack height down to 2 mm (.078″) and support 28 Gbps NRZ performance. SLH/TLH PCB board-to-board connectors are part of Samtec’s Ultra Micro line of products that maximize overall space and offer reliable connections […] The post Board-to-board connector support 28 Gbps links appeared first on Design World.
Manufacturer's Monthly
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Image: davit85/stock.adobe.com In a media release, the Federal Government has expressed its intent on seeing steel and local manufacturing at the heart of a Future Made in Australia. In the release, the Federal Government said that they are engaging with regional communities to explore practical ways of building on investments in new energy infrastructure to use more Australian content, looking first at structural steel and local manufacturing.
Design World
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Able Electropolishing has been awarded AS9100:2016 certification for compliance with aerospace and defense industry quality management standards. Its customers include industry-leading aerospace, medical device, and automobile manufacturers. The AS9100:2016 standard requires rigorous on-site auditing and inspection, followed by annual surveillance audits to ensure adherence to all requirements, including conformity to customer, statutory, and regulatory requirements for… The post Able Elec
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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?
Manufacturer's Monthly
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Image: CAPS Efficient and continuous operation are key elements in manufacturing, so it is important to have a compressor solution that does both. CAPS Australia is all about delivering rotary screw air compressor solutions that drive productivity and improve profitability. It does this by offering energy-efficient and precision-engineered solutions that are built to last.
Design World
OCTOBER 30, 2024
The TwinCAT 3 Weighing Library from Beckhoff adds a fast, precise scale for weight measurement directly into a standard machine control environment. This new PLC package, which supports manual and automatic triggering, is highly effective when implemented with measurement I/O modules from Beckhoff, particularly the ELM35xx and EL3356 EtherCAT Terminals.
Manufacturer's Monthly
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Image: kerkezz/stock.adobe.com ECI Solutions’ M1 ERP transforms supply chain management by fostering collaboration, streamlining operations, improving efficiency, and unlocking cost savings. The balance between dependable suppliers and cost-effective materials seems to have reached its end for discrete manufacturers. As production is disrupted and profit margins decrease due to late deliveries and widespread inflation, the urgency for creative and cost-effective solutions has never been greate
Robotics Business Review
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Third Wave Automation, a provider of autonomous high-reach forklifts, has closed a $27 million Series C round led by Woven Capital, Toyota’s growth fund. This brings the total investment to date to $97 million. Founded in 2018, the company has built a platform that provides users the flexibility to deploy their fleet in four modes: fully autonomous, remote operation, remote assist, and manual operation.
Modern Machine Shop
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Source: Way of the Mill LLC Reader Question: We struggle to make coolant last in our machines as long as we think it should. We’ve tried a few brands but no luck. The typical signs are poor finishes and awful smell towards the end of its life. We occasionally struggle with foaming as well. What is your advice to help us get more out of each fill?
Manufacturer's Monthly
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Image: pressmaster/stock.adobe.com Modern manufacturers are focusing on emerging technologies to gain the competitive advantage. We know that the manufacturing industry is expanding rapidly in the US, but how are manufacturing managers addressing challenges around the world? We recently surveyed 1000 manufacturing leaders for our second annual “ Voice of the Manufacturing Manager 2024 ” report to learn more about today’s manufacturing successes and challenges.
E&T
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Czech power company ČEZ Group has signed a deal with Rolls-Royce SMR to expand production on its small modular reactors (SMRs).
Manufacturer's Monthly
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Image: Prime Creative Media Join us for an unforgettable evening at the 2024 Endeavour Awards, proudly presented by Manufacturers’ Monthly. This prestigious event will take place on November 7, 2024, and promises to be a night of celebration, inspiration, and recognition of Australia’s best manufacturers. This year’s awards will honour outstanding achievements in various categories, including: Most Innovative Manufacturing Company Award Sponsored by SEW-EURODRIVE Nominees: Amiga Engineering Pty
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Cisco Smart Manufacturing
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Celebrate the achievements of our partner ecosystem at Cisco Partner Summit 2024. Discover the outstanding performance of our global award winners and their impact on customers and communities.
Manufacturer's Monthly
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Image: wacomka/stock.adobe.com Clinical-stage biotechnology company, Vaxxas, has announced that the United States National Institutes of Health (NIH) has granted the company a licence for a next-generation vaccine antigen (DS2). This antigen is designed for use in prophylactic vaccines against Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). Vaxxas’ worldwide licence from the NIH enables the company to create the first needle-free, room-temperature stable RSV vaccine to enter clinical studies.
SMMT
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive, said, The Chancellor is right to set out measures to address the deficit while investing for future growth. The automotive industry is a growth-driving sector, fundamental to the delivery of the country’s net zero ambitions. We therefore welcome today’s commitment of £2 billion of automotive transformation funding as part of the government’s modern Industrial Strategy.
Automation Mag
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) president and CEO Dennis Darby issued a statement following the release of Ontario’s 2024 Fall Economic Statement: “Ontario is rebuilding its manufacturing strength after two lost decades. But to produce more, innovate more, and compete more, we must have the courage to assess our performance against measurable objectives, over the long term.
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.
i4.0 today
OCTOBER 30, 2024
From November 6-8, 2024, RX Greater China will host “ 6 Connected Shows – A Mega Feast of Innovation ” at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center. This event will bring together six leading exhibitions, providing a comprehensive platform for innovation and synergy across key industries in the world of advanced manufacturing, including automotive, electronics, smart display and advanced materials industries.
Automation Mag
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Siemens is acquiring Altair Engineering, a software provider for the industrial simulation and analysis market. With this acquisition, Siemens reportedly strengthens its position as a technology company and its leadership in industrial software. The company shared in a press statement that by adding Altair’s complementary simulation portfolio, with strength in mechanical and electromagnetic capabilities, Siemens is enhancing its comprehensive digital twin to deliver a full-suite, physics-based,
E&T
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered Labour’s first budget since the party took to power in July 2024.
Manufacturing Tomorrow
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Projects will support the domestic production of sustainable materials and chemicals for consumer products and defense applications, while also creating the manufacturing workforce of the future.
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