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Reshoring and supply-chain security

Design World

Discrete automation with motion systems and complementary forms of warehousing technologies remain core to reshoring and making supply chains more robust in the years since COVID-19. We recently asked several industry experts about trends they’re seeing in this space. Here’s what they had to say. Meet the Experts Brian Burke | Product manager III •… The post Reshoring and supply-chain security appeared first on Design World.

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Manufacturing USA’s AI-Focused Institute

Automation World

Automation professionals can engage in research and development projects, contribute to employer-led partnerships for training resources and help develop pathways for a skilled workforce.

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Silicon Sensing accelerometer to equip in-orbit manufacturing demonstration satellite

Design World

Space Forge will launch ForgeStar-1, its in-orbit manufacturing demonstration satellite equipped with Silicon Sensing’s CAS291 accelerometer. This follows a program of testing and development in satellite vehicles. ForgeStar satellites will help produce advanced materials such as alloys, proteins, and semiconductors in ultra-vacuum and microgravity space conditions.

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ABB Co-launches Interoperability Initiative for Industrial IoT

Gary Mintchell

Interoperability forms a key feature for useful technology. Think of train rail gauges. Or shipping cargo containers. Or much of our industrial technology—much, but far from all. The drive of technology application suppliers for proprietary lock in is strong. Many will open up only as much as customers demand immediately. This news comes from ABB and the Linux Foundation regarding a new interoperability initiative for industrial applications.

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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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Connector series simplifies automotive cabling

Design World

Molex continues to build on its automotive industry expertise with the introduction of its MX-DaSH family of data-signal hybrid connectors that unify power, signal, and high-speed data connectivity in a single connector system. These innovative wire-to-wire and wire-to-board connectors are designed to support the transition to zonal architecture and address the full range of emerging applications […] The post Connector series simplifies automotive cabling appeared first on Design World.

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New car market growth continues despite declining private demand

SMMT

New car registrations record 21st month of growth, rising 1.0% in April. Battery electric vehicle (BEV) market share rises to 16.9%, sustained entirely by business buyers, as private retail demand continues to drop. New 2024 market outlook revises overall uptake upwards to 1.984m units, but BEV share downgraded to 19.8% as weakened private retail demand moderates expectations.

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New van market records best April for three years but electric transition needs boost

SMMT

New light commercial vehicle market up 5.4% in April, marking 16th consecutive month of growth. Battery electric van demand falls by -42.4%, with urgent need to ramp up van chargepoint rollout. Latest SMMT outlook expects UK new van registrations to grow by 3.3% in 2024. SEE LCV REGISTRATIONS BY BRAND DOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE AND DATA TABLE UK demand for new light commercial vehicles (LCVs) rose by 5.4% in April as more businesses invested in the latest models, according to new figures published t

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Doosan Robotics unveils ‘PRIME-SERIES’ of collaborative robots at Automate 2024

Design World

Doosan Robotics Inc., has unveiled its newest and most powerful P-SERIES (PRIME-SERIES) at Automate 2024, bringing to the world of robotics the longest-reaching cobot to date. Today’s P-SERIES announcement by Doosan Robotics was marked by a show floor unveiling of the new P3020 – the world’s most powerful cobot for palletizing in existence. The P3020… The post Doosan Robotics unveils ‘PRIME-SERIES’ of collaborative robots at Automate 2024 appeared first on Design World.

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Exotec to discuss 5 change management strategies for implementing warehouse automation

Robotics Business Review

In this free webinar, learn how to involve stakeholders in warehouse automation adoption. Source: Exotec To successfully deploy warehouse automation, an understanding of change management is as important as technical expertise. In this webinar, you can learn about strategies for bringing robots into your warehouse or distribution center. Systems integration expert Race Kangas will also discuss best practices for fostering open communication across diverse teams, reassuring workers about shifting

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Southco’s positioning hinge and latch securely mounts lids and display screen in autos

Design World

See Southco’s latest positioning hinge and latch solution in action for interior stowage applications. The ST-20L Constant Torque Embedded Hinge, recently launched by Southco, securely mounts and lifts small lids and display screens at any angle. It combines it with Southco’s proven P4 Midi Coupler latching mechanism, suitably designed for smaller storage compartments.

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

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Wayve raises $1.05B for autonomous driving technology

Robotics Business Review

Wayve has developed hardware-agnostic foundation models for autonomous driving. | Source: Wayve Wayve yesterday announced it closed a $1.05 billion Series C funding round. The London-based developer of embodied artificial intelligence (AI) for autonomous driving was founded in 2017. While most autonomous vehicles (AVs) work by extensively mapping out the areas they drive in, Wayve uses deep learning techniques to allow its cars to drive anywhere.

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A deep dive into a bleeding-edge automation strategy in metal fabrication

The Fabricator

Seven years ago, fire alarm equipment maker Space Age Electronics had virtually no automated equipment in the sheet metal department—just manual punches, brakes, and TIG welding cells. How times have changed.

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Medrobotics puts surgical robotics IP up for sale

Robotics Business Review

Medrobotics Flex 360 robotic surgery system. Tiger Group and Liquidity Services today announced the availability of all surgical robotics assets from a Medrobotics plant for sale. The companies say they’re offering all assets from the fully furnished, 40,000-square-foot plant in Raynham, Massachusetts. Assets, including surgical robotics platforms used by nearly 30 hospitals around the world, are available in a turnkey sale.

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3D CMM Scanning Added To Optical Shaft Measurement Machine

Metrology

SYLVAC recently unveiled the integration of the Renishaw SP25M tactile 3D scanning probe into its SYLVAC-SCAN S145 optical measurement machine. This upgrade enhances the machine's capabilities, providing a multi-sensor solution that detects features beyond optical reach. Specifically designed for measuring holes and slots in cylindrical components, the enhanced system is identified as the SYLVAC-SCAN S145 P.

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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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Carbon Robotics raises funding to destroy weeds on farms

Robotics Business Review

Carbon Robotics Laserweeder is a smart implement that autonomously destroys weeds. | Credit: Carbon Robotics Seattle-based Carbon Robotics has raised new funding for its Laserweeder smart implement that autonomous controls weeds on farms. The new investment comes from NVentures, NVIDIA’s venture capital arm. Financial details of this latest deal were not released.

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A singular nuclear explosion in space would threaten a ‘significant proportion of satellites’

E&T

The explosion of just one nuclear weapon in space could destroy or permanently damage “a significant proportion of satellites” that are in orbit around the Earth, the UK’s ambassador to the UN has said.

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Symbotic brings in $424M in Q2 2024

Robotics Business Review

Symbotic builds hardware and software for flexible warehouse automation. Source: Symbotic Symbotic Inc. yesterday announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2024, which ended March 30. The company reported $424 million in revenue and suffered a net loss of $41 million. Wilmington, Mass.-based Symbotic also said it had an adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) of $22 million for the quarter.

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INFRAM24: Measuring your IT strategy and capabilities to drive adoption and improve outcomes

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Learn about the enhancements made to the HIMSS Infrastructure Adoption Model (INFRAM), which now incorporates IT strategy and measures the impact of infrastructure investments on clinical outcomes and operations.

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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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Doosan Robotics releases its longest reach cobots with PRIME SERIES

Robotics Business Review

Doosan’s PRIME-SERIES P3020 cobot has the longest reach of any of the company’s cobots to date. | Source: Doosan Robotics Doosan Robotics Inc. unveiled its latest and most powerful series of cobots yet: the PRIME-SERIES, or P-SERIES yesterday. Its new P3020 cobot, part of the line, is the company’s longest-reaching cobot to date. The P3020 collaborative robot ( cobot ) has a payload of up to 30 kg (60 lbs) and a reach of 2,030 mm (80 in).

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Empowering Cybersecurity with AI: The Future of Cisco XDR

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

In 2007, there was a study from the University of Maryland proving that internet-connected systems were attacked every 39 seconds on average. Today, that number has grown more than 60%.

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ABB expands line of modular industrial robots

Robotics Business Review

ABB Robotics is already expanding its lineup of modular industrial robot arms. The company this week introduced the IRB 7710 and IRB 7720 that offer 16 new variants and are designed for a variety of applications. However, ABB said it expects the majority of installations of the new robots to be in automotive OEM and Tier supplier sectors, as well as a significant level of installation in logistics, foundry, machinery manufacturing, construction and agriculture applications.

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Pet Valu reports $17.5M Q1 profit, revenue rose $260.8M

Canadian Manufacturing

Pet Valu Holdings Ltd. reported a first-quarter profit of $17.5 million, down from $18.7 million a year earlier, as its revenue rose four per cent. The pet food retailer says its profit amounted to 24 cents per diluted share for the quarter ended March 30 compared with a profit of 26 cents per diluted share in the same quarter last year. Revenue for the quarter totalled $260.8 million, up from $250.3 million a year earlier.

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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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Cisco Observability Platform is a game changer for digital-first organizations

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Cisco can access and unify data across any domain, including networking, security, applications, end user computing, cloud services, and multicloud environments, enriching insights with business context. Learn more about Cisco Observability Platform.

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Tennant launches new compact sweepers tackling the ever-growing warehouse and logistic market

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Pilz Australia Tennant has raised the bar with the launch of their latest compact battery ride-on sweeper models S680 and S780. Designed for light to medium-duty cleaning, these sweepers offer a self-cleaning filter system, operator ease of use, unparalleled efficiency and versatility. Delivering exceptional performance in both indoor and outdoor cleaning applications, leaving traditional cleaning methods in the dust.

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UK start-up Wayve secures over $1bn to further progress its AI tech for self-driving vehicles

E&T

A substantial investment in AI start-up Wayve marks Europe’s largest AI funding deal to date and ‘anchors the UK’s position as an AI superpower’.

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New Vehicle Efficiency Standard must be backed by accountability, says Climate Council

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: NAMPIX/stock.adobe.com The Climate Council is calling for data collected through the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard on manufacturers’ vehicle imports to be published by the government. This would deliver real transparency on how automakers are meeting the scheme’s new pollution caps. Currently, the only way to find out the types of vehicles that car manufacturers are bringing to Australia is to pay the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries thousands of dollars to access the database.

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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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Accelerating SaaS security certifications to maximize market access

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Announcing the public availability of Cisco Cloud Controls Framework (CCF) V3.0 - a “build-once-use-many” approach for SaaS compliance with global standards.

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Budget boost for more tradies and apprentices’

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Monkey Business/stock.adobe.come A list of key initiatives from the Housing Industry Association (HIA) have been chosen as a part of the Federal Governments Budget commitment of $90.6 million to boost the housing sector. The Housing Industry Association (HIA) managing director Jocelyn Martin said the HIA supports the decision which will help attract more apprentices into the industry.

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The Coolest Thing We Saw at NPE on Day Two: A Fizzy First

Plastics Today

Italy's SIPA is showing what it says is the world's first PET bottle for sparkling wine.

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Global Healthcare Manufacturer Vernacare Turns to Smart Technology to Drive Efficiency

i4.0 today

International healthcare manufacturer Vernacare has transformed production line efficiency after installing machine monitoring technology from FourJaw Manufacturing Analytics at its factory in Worksop, UK. Vernacare, which produces infection prevention, clinical waste management and surgical products for healthcare customers in Europe and North America, installed FourJaw on its dry wipe production lines in 2023 to identify how efficiently machines were running and determine the root causes of do

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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.