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You call it Visual AI; I call it AI-powered vision systems. Which I find interesting since industrial vision systems have had embedded AI ever since I played with them in the mid-90s. Technology does advance, and AI means something different today. Plus, it, like partnerships, are all the rage right now. This news reveals a partnership between Fuji America and Cybord to provide vision inspection systems at a new level for surface-mount technology printed circuit board manufacturing.
The industrial battery market is experiencing a transformational shift as more industries aim for sustainability and efficiency. With non-automotive electric vehicles demonstrating significant and continued growth, the demand for advanced battery technology is more pronounced than ever. Thats why we are looking in-depth at the most promising sectors and the trends driving their growth.
Physical Intelligence, the San Francisco-based startup that has raised more than $400 million , has open-sourced its Pi0 robotic foundation model. Pi0 was introduced a few months ago and can be tuned to a range of tasks, including folding laundry, cleaning a table, scooping coffee beans, and more. Physical Intelligence has released the code and weights for Pi0 as part of its experimental openpi repository on GitHub.
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Fusion Processing said it has numerous autonomous vehicles taking part in technology trials and commercial operations today. | Source: Fusion Processing Fusion Processing finished building its first Alexander Dennis Enviro100AEV autonomous, electric bus. The company equipped it with its CAVstar Level 4/5 autonomous driving system as part of the Connector project based in Cambridge, UK.
Safe operation and operator comfort are key in mining equipment. Advanced steering design is one way to improve ergonomics and safety and provide more precise machinery control. Off-road vehicle steering is traditionally operated by a mechanical system powered by hydraulics. The steering gear is physically connected to a steering wheel, and the hydraulic power is… The post Enabling More Efficient Machines in the Mining Industry appeared first on Design World.
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According toStatista Market Forecast, the global market for electric vehicles is projected to increase by 9.82% annually from 2024 to 2028, reaching a market volume of $906.7 billion by 2028. This growth includes a substantial increase inmicromobility and mini mobility transportation, which are becoming increasingly popular in both recreational and commercial sectors.
Thomson Industries Movotrak CTU 7thaxis features a Kollmorgen servo motor, linear-unit-driven guide rails and collision detection functionality to move cobots between task locations.
ElectroCraft has announced the expansion of its Ann Arbor, MI facility. This investment supports ElectroCraft’s goal of enhancing U.S. manufacturing capacity, minimizing dependence on global supply chains, and improving lead times for customers. By increasing domestic production, ElectroCraft aims to produce motion control solutions more efficiently.
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The Australian automotive aftermarket, now in a mature phase, is on a trajectory for significant growth through 2030. The increase in total vehicles in operation (VIOs), coupled with the increasing proportion of aging vehicles, is set to generate robust demand for automotive parts and services. High Vehicle Ownership and Aging Vehicle Parc to Drive Growth Despite global economic uncertainties and declining per capita income, the Australian automotive aftermarket is projected to grow at a compoun
Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions FlexForce high-pressure coolant system for through-spindle coolant system (TSC) applications. FlexForce gets coolant directly to the cutting zone by breaking through the heat-generated vapor barrier created at the cutting tool and workpiece interface. At IMTS 2024, Jorgensen featured the FlexForce with its new chiller option.
From left: James Jackson, Alex Lowe, Myron Keehn, Kamyar Asadibeiky, Manisha Arora, Malcolm Bruce (CNW Group/ShipAlberta) EDMONTON — ShipAlberta announces that it is launching as a collaboration between the Edmonton International Airport (YEG), Edmonton Global, Port Alberta, and Machool Technologies. ShipAlberta is designed to support Alberta businesses in growing, exporting, and competing globally by providing more cost-effective shipping solutions.
BLM GROUP USA , a global leader in the manufacture of tube and flat sheet processing solutions, is pleased to announce the successful commissioning of its LC5 Combination Tube and Sheet Laser by Fast Trak Metal Fabrication (FTMF). The contract manufacturer, located in Fresno, Calif., doubled its footprint to 52,000 square feet of manufacturing space and has reduced processing time by 50% with the new 10-kW hybrid machine compared to its existing 4kW CO 2 machines.
Discover how to accelerate manufacturing agility and build supply chain resilience in our live webinar on February 6, 2025, at 3 PM PST. Explore insights from a former SpaceX leader on scaling hardware production, balancing speed with quality, and leveraging advanced tools like ION Factory OS. Learn from historical examples and modern approaches to innovation while uncovering how AI and real-time data can automate processes, strengthen supply chain operations, and ensure scalability.
David LeMay, President, McAsphalt Industries Limited (CNW Group/Colas Canada) TORONTO McAsphalt Industries Limited, an asphalt and bitumen manufacturing and distribution company, announces the appointment of David LeMay as President. With a reported background in business transformation, operational efficiency, and strategic growth, LeMay will try to drive McAsphalt’s continued expansion.
As manufacturers continue to face shortages of skilled labor, Mazak helps them address the issue with the opening of its new Customer Solutions Center in Florence, Ky. The secure facility specializes in the development of production-ready, custom automation solutions that allow manufacturers to overcome existing labor issues while increasing production output.
Researchers have developed a laser-induced graphene sensor material that when embedded into a bandage could enable improved tracking of healing wounds.
Carey Chen has been named the executive director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the American Welding Society, effective January 20, 2025. Chen succeeds Robert Roth, who has served as Interim executive director and CEO. Commenting on his new role, Chen said, After nearly two decades of volunteer leadership at AWS, I am honored to take on this new responsibility as CEO.
Energy inefficiencies are silent thieves eroding manufacturing profits and sustainability efforts. From overworked pumps to leaky compressed air systems, these hidden drains often go unnoticed without advanced energy monitoring. Panoramic Power empowers manufacturers with granular, device level energy visibility, and real-time insights to identify and eliminate inefficiencies, transforming waste into savings.
The government needs to keep track of the water and energy use from the UKs data centres in order to ensure that the sector is growing in a sustainable way, a report has urged.
OPEN MIND Technologies , a leading developer of CAD/CAM software solutions worldwide, has announced that together with HERMLE USA and FRAISA USA , the companies have teamed up to produce little Santas for helping with holiday preparations. This effort comes at the Nick of time with Christmas fast approaching and workforce shortages at the North Pole.
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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).
Schunks KONTEC KSX-E clamp replaces hydraulic, pneumatic, and manual clamps with a 24V DC electric system, offering precision, programmability, and low maintenance.
MONTREAL On Feb. 6, Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced up to $43.5 million in investments under two critical mineral funding programs that will help to advance critical minerals research and infrastructure developments in Quebec. The announcement reportedly includes up to $39.8 million in conditionally approved investments, pending final due diligence, under the Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund (CMIF) for six energy and transportation infrastructure pro
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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?
Pemamek Ltd. has launched the Pema CellControl software program for Pema robot stations. Through its browser-based touchscreen interface, the operator can manage workflow in a single or multiple robotic workcells.
EDMONTON Aurora Cannabis signs a supply agreement with SNDL, a Canadian licensed producer and vertically integrated cannabis enterprise. Under this agreement, SNDL is expected to supply Aurora with premium cannabis flower product grown at SNDL’s indoor facility in Atholville, New Brunswick. The term of the agreement is for three years with an option to extend and an estimated value of $27 million. “Following our strong, third quarter performance driven by record setting growth in ou
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