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How Predictive Maintenance Is Improving Manufacturing

Dinesh Mishra

Predictive maintenance uses data to enhance the performance of manufacturing equipment. It involves collecting information from sensors in the machinery, analyzing this data to detect any issues, and using predictive models to anticipate potential problems. In contrast to traditional maintenance methods, which often rely on scheduled repairs or fixing issues as they come up, PdM continuously monitors equipment health and predicts failures before they occur.

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Afag feeding and handling solutions is now part of Emerson’s Aventics

Design World

Afag’s feeding and handling solutions are now part of Emerson’s Aventic’s automation portfolio. Starting October 15, 2024, all content on Afag.com, including product documentation, data, and certificates, will be migrated to Emerson.com under the Aventics brand. The Aventics brand is globally recognized for its innovation and proven performance.

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RoboBusiness: Your Guide to Day 2

Robotics Business Review

RoboBusiness, produced by The Robot Report , wraps up today at the Santa Clara Convention Center. The two-day event will bring together more than 60 speakers , over 100 exhibitors and demos on the expo floor , 10+ hours of dedicated networking time, the Pitchfire Robotics Startup Competition , a Women in Robotics Luncheon, and more. The show will focus on investment and business topics related to running a robotics company.

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RMIT study may boost mRNA vaccines

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: wacomka/stock.adobe.com A study led by researchers from RMIT University and the Doherty Institute has provided the first detailed analysis of how mRNA vaccines circulate and break down in the human bloodstream. The research aimed to help improve the safety and effectiveness of these vaccines, including reducing the side effects that people commonly experience such as headaches, fever and fatigue.

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

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RBR50 Spotlight: igus gives ReBeL cobot a low-cost, human-like hand

Robotics Business Review

Organization: igus Country: Germany Website: [link] Year Founded: 1964 Number of Employees: 500+ Innovation Class: Technology, Product & Services For all of the strides made in humanoid locomotion over the past year or so, there are still numerous applications for robotic manipulation to address. igus GmbH offers a finger gripper for its ReBeL collaborative robot arm to help developers.

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Kito EQ – revolutionising manufacturing performance

Manufacturer's Monthly

Kito EQ electric chain hoist redefines standards, enhancing efficiency, safety, and productivity in manufacturing. Image: Kito Manufacturers’ Monthly delves into how the Kito EQ electric chain hoist redefines manufacturing standards, with its features driving improvements in efficiency, safety, and productivity. In today’s fast-paced manufacturing environment, reliable, efficient, and safe lifting solutions are essential.

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Treaties Committee to hold next public hearing for AUKUS agreement in Adelaide

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: razihusin/stock.adobe.com The Joint Standing Committee on Treaties will hold its second public hearing today in Adelaide for its inquiry into the AUKUS agreement. The framework established under the AUKUS agreement will enable the exchange of information and the transfer of material and equipment between Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States of America to deliver nuclear-powered submarine capability to Australia.

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ASTM International Selected to Lead Standardization Center of Excellence

Fastener News Desk

ASTM will lead a collective of partners to create a CoE focused on critical and emerging technologies. Global standards organization ASTM International has been selected to launch a center of excellence focused on supporting standardization of critical and emerging technologies (CETs). Through a competitive process, the U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology tapped ASTM to lead the standardization center of excellence (SCoE) along with several other partners

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ClearVue secures $7.5 million placement

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: khanunza/stock.adobe.com Smart building materials company ClearVue Technologies has announced it has received commitments from investors to raise approximately $7.5 million. The funding is set to be completed via the issue of approximately 23.4 million fully paid ordinary shares in the Company at an issue price of A$0.32 per Placement Share. “A primary objective for the board and management has been to introduce the Company to the institutional investment market,” said ClearVue CEO, Mart

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INRS study reveals new method for quantum information processing

Canadian Manufacturing

Professor Roberto Morandotti (CNW Group/Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS)) VARENNES — A collaborative study led by Professor Roberto Morandotti from the Institut National de la Recherche Scientifique (INRS) has discovered a new method for manipulating photonic states of light, enhancing quantum information processing. Published in Nature Photonics, the research introduces a temporal synthetic photonic lattice capable of generating and controlling quantum states using quantum

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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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ELGi Equipments: Growing presence in Australia

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Elgi Manufacturers’ Monthly spoke with ELGi Equipments, a leader in air compressors renowned for its innovative, technologically advanced systems that maximise customer productivity while minimising ownership costs. Air compressor manufacturers ELGi offers a portfolio of more than 400 products and accessories, including a range of compressors tailored to meet the diverse needs of various sectors within the manufacturing industry.

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British American Tobacco to launch synthetic nicotine pouches

Manufacturing Management

Reuters reported that British American Tobacco has opened a new tab to launch a version of its Velo nicotine pouches using synthetic nicotine in the United States, David Waterfield, president of the company's U.S. subsidiary Reynolds American, said on Wednesday.

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Real time measurement helps dairies cut product loss as 2025 sustainability targets loom

Manufacturing Tomorrow

Collo dielectric sensors identify the unique fingerprint of each liquid as it moves through the pipeline, enabling operators to optimize their dairy plant and reduce product waste

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Macaroon maker and The Midcounties Co-operative get 32 people into work

Manufacturing Management

An innovative tie-up between one of Birmingham’s social enterprises and a well-known UK retailer has helped more than 32 people secure employment – 61% of whom have never had a job.

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Changing the Game with MES: Cut Costs, Drive Efficiency, & Achieve Sustainability Goals!

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

In an era where efficiency is king, are you leveraging the right tools to transform your manufacturing processes? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) is critical for enhancing operational efficiency, reducing waste, and optimizing energy usage—key factors for improving your bottom line and lowering your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, a manufacturing technology expert with 18+ years of hands-on experience, in this new webinar as he uncovers the secrets of MES and how to best utilize thes

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LNS Bar Feeder Enables Rapid Changeovers

Modern Machine Shop

Source: LNS North America LNS North America ’s Quick Load Servo (QLS) 65 automatic bar feeder is designed to load bar diameters from 6-67 mm and bar lengths from 150-1,600 mm. Changeovers are said to be quick and easy. Users can enter the diameter into the advanced human-machine interface (HMI) and QLS 65 automatically adjusts loading height, selection fingers, applied torques and speeds.

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Made Smarter powers SME manufacturers to invest ÂŁ25m in technology

Manufacturing Management

Made Smarter, the movement accelerating the digital transformation of SME manufacturers, has reached a major milestone - backing North West companies to invest ÂŁ25m in new technologies.

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A Chance Encounter: MMT 30 Under 30 Honorees Unite

Mold Making Technology

Valeria Magadan 2021 Honoree is still with M.R. Mold now in the molding department and 2018 honoree Brian Goda is still with Aptiv in mold design. Source: M.R. Mold & Engineering We were pleasantly surprised when two MoldMaking Technology 30 Under 30 honorees from different years crossed paths at M.R. Mold & Engineering. Moments like these highlight the close-knit nature of this specialized community.

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Bridgnorth Aluminium rolls out ÂŁ2m investment

Manufacturing Management

Bridgnorth Aluminium has kickstarted a ÂŁ2m investment drive in new technology at its 66-acre Midlands site as part of a long-term growth plan targeting new markets.

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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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Radial Springs to Center Floating Inserts for Alignment

Mold Making Technology

Source | Progressive Components Progressive Components introduces Radial Springs, which lift and center floating inserts to pre-align cores before a mold's cavity interlocks engage. Precise alignment is often required between the cavities and cores, such as with critical shutoffs or requirements for a consistent parting line match. Rather than rigidly bolting inserts to the mold base, stripper bolts enables the Radial Spring's pressure to reduce side forces and pressure on alignment lock

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Which Technologies Are Driving the Evolution of Radar Sensing Systems?

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

As industries like automotive, defense, aerospace, and energy demand more sophisticated solutions, radar sensing systems are quickly becoming indispensable. These cost-effective and efficient tools are transforming industries through innovations in high-power processors, advanced antenna designs, and the integration of IoT and 5G. With advancements in radar architectures and applications, radar technology is unlocking significant growth opportunities across diverse sectors.

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Engineered Motion Systems Provide Easily Configurable High-Precision Multi-Axis Motion

Metrology

PI’s new X-417 Integrated Multi-Axis System (IMAS) provides machine builders and system integrators with a freely configurable solution, utilizing highly dynamic, precision XY linear stages as a base, with travel ranges from 4 to 16 inches (102 mm to 407 mm). The post Engineered Motion Systems Provide Easily Configurable High-Precision Multi-Axis Motion appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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BlueForge Alliance, Learning Blade launch submarine manufacturing curriculum

The Fabricator

Learning Blade, a STEM career exploration platform for grades 5-9, has announced the launch of a new mission, “Beneath the Waves: Building Submarines,” to address critical workforce shortages.

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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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From Industry 4.0 to Industry 5.0 – The Future of Scalable Human-Centric Manufacturing

Metrology

As the world of manufacturing evolves from Industry 4.0 to Industry 5.0, the focus shifts from pure automation to human-machine collaboration, opening up exciting possibilities for personalised, efficient, and sustainable production. The post From Industry 4.0 to Industry 5.0 – The Future of Scalable Human-Centric Manufacturing appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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DeGeest, LestaUSA, Eurosider partner to help manufacturers close automation gap

The Fabricator

With the recent acquisition of the North American rights to patented technologies and equipment from Eurosider, DeGeest Corp. is now able to bring European finishing systems to manufacturers in North America, regardless of where they are on their path to automation. Eurosider technology was.

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European Commission Initiates Anti-Dumping Investigation on Chinese Headless Screws

Fastener News Desk

Overview On October 17, 2024, the European Commission launched an anti-dumping investigation concerning imports of screws without heads originating from China. This move follows a complaint lodged by the European Industrial Fasteners Institute (EIFI) on behalf of the EU fastener industry. The investigation aims to determine whether Chinese imports are being dumped and causing harm to the European market.

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OmniaBio announces the opening of its new commercial manufacturing facility

Canadian Manufacturing

OmniaBio Inc. (CNW Group/OmniaBio Inc.) HAMILTON — On Oct. 17, OmniaBio Inc. announced the opening of a new North American cell and gene therapy (CGT) manufacturing and artificial intelligence (AI) centre of excellence. Based in Hamilton, Ontario, the facility is a development for both the Canadian biotech industry and the broader global 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.

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Fastenal Names New Executive Vice President of Strategy and Communications

Fastener News Desk

WINONA, Minn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Fastenal Company (Nasdaq: FAST) (herein ‘Fastenal’) has promoted Donnalee K. Papenfuss to the position of Executive Vice President of Strategy and Communications effective November 1, 2024. In this newly created role, Ms. Papenfuss will lead marketing and drive strategic initiatives in the areas of technology, sales, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG).

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Top Mobile App Analytics Tools for 2024: A Comprehensive Review

Robotics Automation News

In 2024, mobile app analytics tools remain crucial for businesses seeking to optimize their applications and drive growth. With over 7 million apps available across major app stores, standing out requires data-driven insights.

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CAA to relax drone rules from 2027 to allow for remote infrastructure inspections

E&T

New rules allowing drones to be flown beyond the visual line of sight could unlock their potential to inspect infrastructure such as power lines and wind turbines, as well as increase site security.

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Clearpath Robotics launches new version of Husky mobile robot

Robotics Automation News

Clearpath Robotics a global leader in autonomous mobile robots for research and development, has launched Husky A300, the next-generation version of its flagship rugged mobile robotic platform.

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How To Align Product Management And Supply Chain Operations For Successful Product Launches

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.