Automation World

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

How optical character recognition combined with artificial intelligence is transforming quality control and compliance processes in manufacturing.

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Design World

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

In its seventh year, Design World’s LEAP Awards showcase the best engineering innovations across several design categories. This wouldn’t be possible without the commitment and support of the engineering community. The editorial team assembles OEM design engineers and academics each year to create an independent judging panel. Below is their selection for this year’s LEAP […] The post Design World presents the 2024 LEAP Awards Winners: Connectivity appeared first on Design World.

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Gary Mintchell

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

As a student of corporate strategy, I love to follow these increasingly closer dances of complementary companies. This one involves analytics developer Seeq and leading industrial software developer AVEVA. Seeq announced a strategic partnership with AVEVA. Core to the partnership is the native integration between the two companies’ platforms that will simplify access to operational data in context, enabling chemical, energy, metals, mining, and utility organizations to improve their operations a

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Design World

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

PI offers a series of piezo-flexure controlled nanopositioning stages for high-resolution microscopy and material science applications. The P-545 PInano piezo stage family is engineered for nanometer scale accuracy, high stability, and high scanning speed, by PI’s US design and manufacturing team in Hopkinton, MA. Performance-Driven Design for Ultra-Fine Control at the Nanoscale Built to provide […] The post PI offers P-545 PInano piezo stage family appeared first on Design World.

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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?

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Robotics Business Review

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

 The Robot Report Podcast · New Atlas video; Climbing to new heights in warehouse automation with BionicHive In Episode 170 of The Robot Report Podcast, co-hosts Steve Crowe and Mike Oitzman discuss the latest video from Boston Dynamics showing Atlas electric humanoid in an autonomous material movement demo. The video shows Atlas moving automotive parts from one storage bin to another bin.

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Design World

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The EP3751-0260 EtherCAT Box from Beckhoff provides extremely accurate detection of acceleration and rotational motion. With this IP67-rated module, engineers can optimize positioning and measurement in wide-ranging applications. As a replacement for multiple previously separate devices, the machine-mountable EP3751-0260 connects an acceleration sensor with an inertial measurement unit (IMU), such as a gyroscope, in a… The post Beckhoff offers machine-mountable EP3751-0260 EtherCAT Box app

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Robotics Business Review

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

October was another busy month for the robotics industry. It included many new developments and the return of exciting events, like RoboBusiness , which took in Santa Clara, Calif. Large funding rounds, new AI product developments, and, of course, humanoids were just a few of the things that drew our readers’ attention this month. Here are the top 10 most popular stories on The Robot Report in October 2024.

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Manufacturing Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Brian Holliday, Co-Chair of the Made Smarter Commission, and Donna Edwards, Programme Director for Made Smarter North West, hail ‘positive’ move.

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Canadian Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

TORONTO — The Ontario government appoints Candice White as the new Chief Executive Officer for Skilled Trades Ontario (STO), effective November 25, 2024. “It’s an honour to be appointed as the CEO for Skilled Trades Ontario,” said White. “I look forward to working with STO’s Board, its talented workforce and tradespeople across Ontario as we continue to modernize service delivery and advance world-class certification standards for the more than 1.3 million registered skilled tradespeople and app

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Robotics Automation News

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

There is just so much jargon in the advertising. Even terms such as ad exchange and programmatic advertising that companies like Attekmi provide as service – these concepts may sound complicated, but they are actually simpler than you think.

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

If you’ve ever been to Cisco Live and seen the booth with a display for you to pick locks, then you know about the Cisco Advanced Security Initiatives Group (ASIG). We are chartered with security testing and ethical hacking for all Cisco products and services, whether in the cloud or on-premises.

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SMMT

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

This week’s Budget was the perfect moment for the Chancellor and her government to put a down payment on the UK’s future growth. After all, the automotive industry – a growth-driving, decarbonisation-critical sector in the midst of rapid technological change – has monumental growth potential in the near and long term. It was positive, therefore, that government reiterated its £2 billion commitment to automotive transformation funding as part of its modern Industrial Strategy, a commitment which

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

In this new AI era, the technology landscape has forever changed how people and technology work across our physical and digital worlds. Learn how Cisco is strategically evolving how they do business – connecting the digital world to your most important asset, your people.

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E&T

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The European Commission has confirmed it will sign contracts with leading space firms on the continent to build a multi-orbit satellite internet constellation capable of providing broadband internet from space.

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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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The Guardian Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Warning from Institute of Directors comes as ratings agency Moody’s says budget will do little to improve growth Business live – latest updates Rachel Reeves has been warned that her number one mission to boost Britain’s economy is at risk amid fresh evidence that the budget has damaged business confidence after tremors in the financial markets. With the government under pressure to defend its tax and spending plans, business leaders said the chancellor had failed to halt a rapid deterioration i

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E&T

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Transport for London (TfL) is seeking partners to build a network of purpose-built solar farms that will be used to power the London Underground.

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The Guardian Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Members to vote on terms that include 38% rise, raising hopes of end to seven-week stoppage Striking Boeing staff have been urged by their union to vote for an improved contract offer that includes a 38% pay rise over four years, raising hopes of an end to the stoppage after more than seven weeks. The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) that represents the 33,000 workers has endorsed the new deal, which also includes a bigger bonus for signing up, and will ballot

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Robotics Automation News

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Gremsy, a provider of advanced gimbals and payloads, and HHLA Sky, a mobile robot management and automated drone inspection solutions company, have agreed a strategic partnership in the are aof industrial inspections.

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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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E&T

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Volvo Cars has released a statement declaring that it plans to take full ownership of Novo Energy, a joint venture between Volvo and the Swedish battery company Northvolt.

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Manufacturing Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

An expert in structures is taking the expertise of aerospace company Airframe Designs to new heights as it grows its specialist services for its customers.

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Motion Control Tips

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

PI offers a series of piezo-flexure controlled nanopositioning stages for high-resolution microscopy and material science applications. The P-545 PInano piezo stage family is engineered for nanometer scale accuracy, high stability, and high scanning speed, by PI’s US design and manufacturing team in Hopkinton, MA. Performance-Driven Design for Ultra-Fine Control at the Nanoscale Built to provide […] The post PI offers P-545 PInano piezo stage family appeared first on Motion Control T

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WMEP

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

We are happy to welcome Annita Wozniak to the WMEP team! From day one, her infectious enthusiasm and genuine warmth have made a meaningful impact on our culture. Annita’s adaptability and talent for collaboration shine through as she engages with team members. We’re excited about the fresh perspectives she brings, and we look forward to [.] Read More. from WMEP Welcomes Annita Wozniak The post WMEP Welcomes Annita Wozniak first appeared on WMEP Manufacturing Solutions.

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Canadian Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

MONTREAL — HPQ Silicon Inc., a technology company specializing in green engineering of silica and silicon-based materials, provided an update to update shareholders on the latest battery milestones achieved by its France-based affiliate, NOVACIUM SAS (Novacium). After 500 cycles of testing protocols (0.5C cycling at 25°C), the Lithium-ion 18650 batteries made with a blend of graphite and Novacium’s GEN3 silicon-based anode material showed a 22% capacity improvement compared to graphite ben

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Robotics Automation News

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Kivnon, a provider of automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and intralogistics solutions, has agreed a strategic partnership with ProLog Automation to accelerate the deployment of AGV solutions in the German market. This collaboration establishes ProLog Automation as Kivnon’s key partner for AGV projects and services in Germany.

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Canadian Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

KELLOGG and VANCOUVER — Bunker Hill Mining Corp. announces that it has received a non-binding Letter of Interest (LOI) from the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) for a debt funding package of up to $150M with a loan term of up to 15 years. The funding will enable the Company to expedite the development of the 2500tpd Bunker 2.0 expansion project coincident with restarting the mine and strengthening the balance sheet. ”We are thrilled to announce this first step in a potential

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Robotics Automation News

NOVEMBER 1, 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. Return investors Innovation Endeavors, Norwest Venture Partners and Qualcomm Ventures joined the round, bringing total capital raised to $97 million.

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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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Canadian Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Magna International Inc. cut its guidance for its full year after seeing its sales decrease last quarter amid a global production slump of light vehicles. In its outlook, the Ontario-based auto parts company said that it now expects total sales for 2024 between US$42.2 billion and US$43.2 billion, compared with earlier expectations for between US$42.5 billion and US$44.1 billion.

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Robotics Automation News

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

By Heico Sandee, founder and CEO of Smart Robotics Robotics and automation undoubtedly address several safety and efficiency challenges that warehouses have grappled with for years.

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Manufacturing Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

ERIKS UK & Ireland has welcomed its new cohort of apprentices for 2024, introducing new sales and service apprenticeships alongside its engineering ones and marking another milestone in its expanding programme.

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Robotics Automation News

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Siemens has signed an agreement to acquire Altair Engineering, a provider of software in the industrial simulation and analysis market. Altair shareholders will receive $113 per share, representing an enterprise value of approximately $10 billion.

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