Automation World

JUNE 21, 2024

A look at the Universal Robots-Estic high-torque screwdriving platform.

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Gary Mintchell

JUNE 21, 2024

Market niches that open when incumbent companies grow large and mature leaving opportunities for startups hold interest for me. I’ve been watching for this situation for the past few years as the automation market matures with consolidating companies and slow market growth. Marketing people for a company just exiting stealth contacted me. I just had an enjoyable conversation with CEO Andrew Baker about the opportunity the founders saw in the analog semiconductor market.

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Automation World

JUNE 21, 2024

Weidmuller demonstrates how the open architecture of its control systems and the built-in intelligence of its edge devices enable straightforward applications of operations data—remote and on site.

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Robotics Business Review

JUNE 21, 2024

Neya offers autonomy, mission planning, and open architecture for uncrewed ground vehicles. | Source: Neya Systems Neya Systems yesterday announced that it is partnering with the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International, or AUVSI. The partners said they plan to develop a cybersecurity and supply chain framework and certification program for uncrewed ground vehicles (UGVs).

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Speaker: Karan Talati: CEO and Co-Founder of First Resonance

The rules of manufacturing are shifting—are you ready? Tariffs, automation, and supply chain disruptions are forcing manufacturers to adapt fast or fall behind. Join Karan Talati, CEO of First Resonance and former SpaceX Manufacturing Engineer, in this on-demand webinar to learn how leading manufacturers are: Navigating tariffs with data-driven supply chain strategies Leveraging automation and AI to eliminate bottlenecks Building resilience with predictive supplier management Adapting flexible s

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Automation World

JUNE 21, 2024

The companies’ partnership aims to strengthen resilience against potential cyber threats and make industrial networks as secure as possible.

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Control.com

JUNE 21, 2024

The new UMI-B7 series of VFDs from Unitronics has an added Ethernet connection and tighter closed-loop control for more precise speed, torque, and position.

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Control.com

JUNE 21, 2024

Learn how to connect analog inputs, either voltage or current, to the Phoenix Contact’s IIoT PLC platform and design simple data processing programs with the PLCnext Engineer IDE.

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Automation World

JUNE 21, 2024

Two new electrical grippers for heavy-duty, collaborative robot applications were announced at Automate 2024 in addition to the new AutoPilot machine tending software for D:Ploy developed with Ellison Technologies.

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E&T

JUNE 21, 2024

The Japanese company has been awarded the Guinness World Record for the fastest robot to solve a puzzle cube using a robot equipped with high-speed, high-precision factory automation (FA) equipment and control technology.

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Plastics Today

JUNE 21, 2024

Cutting-edge algae-based bioplastics could revolutionize sustainable packaging (and beyond) while meeting consumer and regulatory demands.

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Manufacturers face increasing pressure to curb energy waste and emissions. Emergent Energy specializes in optimizing industrial steam systems, leveraging Panoramic Power’s real-time energy intelligence to drive efficiency. By analyzing steam system performance, Emergent Energy pinpoints inefficiencies and implements targeted improvements. This article explores how data-driven steam optimization transforms wasted energy into measurable savings, ensuring compliance with sustainability regulations.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 21, 2024

From mining to food manufacturing, CAPS delivers cost-effective nitrogen generation systems tailored to diverse industries. Image: CAPS Generating nitrogen where it is needed – the at-scale generation of nitrogen to support operational needs across mine sites is a challenge that CAPS Australia has produced an efficient solution for. CAPS (Complete Air and Power Solutions) has engineered and delivered customised, mine-spec nitrogen (N2) generation systems to support on-site the demands of large-s

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Control.com

JUNE 21, 2024

A new proof of concept center from Omron and a shared campus for Endress+Hauser USA and Eastern Controls are some recent examples that promise industrial development in North America.

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Robotics Business Review

JUNE 21, 2024

The Misso robot will help surgeons with personalized pre-planning and precise cutting for joint replacement. | Source: Meril Meril Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd. this week unveiled its Misso surgical robot for simplifying orthopedic procedures. The India-based company announced on LinkedIn that it is developing surgical robot for total knee procedures. It said it designed Misso to help surgeons with personalized pre-planning and precise cutting for joint replacements.

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Canadian Manufacturing

JUNE 21, 2024

GBA logo BRUSSELS — The Global Battery Alliance (GBA) has launched the second wave of its battery passport pilots, including 11 pilot consortia. The second wave aims to establish the minimum viable product of the GBA battery passport, featuring a product-level ESG (environment, social, governance) score. The 11 pilot consortia include battery manufacturers such as CALB Group, Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL), and EVE Energy.

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E&T

JUNE 21, 2024

This is the question researchers at Harvard University attempted to answer when examining the promise and limitations of large language models could bring to the energy sector.

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Robotics Automation News

JUNE 21, 2024

In 2024, AI and robotics are transforming patient care with significant advancements. An AI prompt enhances diagnostic accuracy and surgical precision, enabling early detection of conditions like cancer. Robotic-assisted surgeries offer greater precision and reduced recovery times. AI and robotics streamline hospital operations and patient care.

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

JUNE 21, 2024

Organizations face a critical challenge today: attackers are exploiting the weakest links in their networks, such as unsecured users, devices, and workloads. This threat landscape is complicated by the shift from traditional data centers to a distributed environment, where protecting dispersed data across multiple touchpoints becomes complex.

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Robotics Automation News

JUNE 21, 2024

Transparency and accountability in financial transactions are paramount in an increasingly interconnected global economy. The Legal Entity Identifier has emerged as a critical tool in this context. This unique 20-character alphanumeric code provides a standardized identifier for legal entities participating in monetary transactions worldwide, thereby enhancing the efficiency and security of the global economic system.

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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.

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DO Supply

JUNE 21, 2024

Given the many available options, figuring out which components and systems you may need can become daunting when designing a proper automation setup for your business. However, Omron makes it a bit easier with its DeviceNet-based DRT series. These units are kind of like that seasoned coworker, who not only can do it all, but… The post Connect and Control: Exploring the Versatility of the Omron DRT Series first appeared on Do Supply Tech Support.

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Robotics Automation News

JUNE 21, 2024

From the main characters of science fiction books and movies, robots have suddenly become a part of our everyday reality. They count, write, cook, clean, build, and even perform surgeries.

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Plastics Today

JUNE 21, 2024

Physics-based simulation and optimization software aims to reduce waste, cut costs and speed the process of 3D printing.

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Robotics Automation News

JUNE 21, 2024

GrayMatter Robotics, an AI-powered robotics developer that claims to provide systems that offer “instant return on investment”, has raised $45 million in Series B funding.

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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).

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Canadian Manufacturing

JUNE 21, 2024

ROUGEMONT — Lassonde Industries has entered into a definitive agreement, through one of its U.S. subsidiaries, with Thomas Zidian and his family to acquire The Zidian Group, which operates Summer Garden Food Manufacturing. The acquisition is valued at US$235 million, payable at closing. An additional amount of up to US$45 million may be payable over the next three years if certain financial targets and conditions are met.

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Robotics Automation News

JUNE 21, 2024

Robot Era, a Chinese humanoid robot developer, became the first company to put a humanoid robot through a walking test on the Great Wall of China. In a video released yesterday by Robot Era, XBot-L, a full-sized humanoid prototype standing 1.

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Fastener News Desk

JUNE 21, 2024

June 17, 2024 AFC Industries has acquired Kingston Pennsylvania based Circle Bolt & Nut (CBN). Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Founded in 1979, CBN quickly established itself as a leading distributor of fasteners, C part components, and fulfillment services to OEM customers throughout the United States. Since 2018, CBN has operated as part of Optimas OE Solutions.

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Robotics Automation News

JUNE 21, 2024

With the ever-growing competition on Instagram, it’s no surprise that individuals and brands are constantly seeking ways to enhance their presence on the platform. Enter Insfollowpro, a tool that employs the power of AI optimization to bolster your Instagram growth.

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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?

Canadian Manufacturing

JUNE 21, 2024

ROUGEMONT — Lassonde Industries has entered into a definitive agreement, through one of its U.S. subsidiaries, with Thomas Zidian and his family to acquire The Zidian Group, which operates Summer Garden Food Manufacturing. The acquisition is valued at US$235 million, payable at closing. An additional amount of up to US$45 million may be payable over the next three years if certain financial targets and conditions are met.

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Plastics Today

JUNE 21, 2024

The materials supplier demonstrated how thermoplastics can reduce weight and manufacturing complexity compared with currently used materials.

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The Fabricator

JUNE 21, 2024

Fayette Pipe has announced the launch of FayetteGuard, an LED UV-cured paint system for black steel pipe exteriors.

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Manufacturing Tomorrow

JUNE 21, 2024

GEMCO, a leading manufacturer of industrial mixing and drying solutions, will showcase its latest advancements at the RAPID + TCT, taking place June 25-27 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, booth 1531.

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