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International Cybersecurity Operation Takes Down Russian Cybercriminal Gang

Industry Week

Sometimes the good guys win in cybersecurity.

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AutomationDirect now carries LUTZE Industrial Ethernet, Profinet, and Profibus cables

Design World

AutomationDirect has added Industrial Ethernet, Profinet, and Profibus Cables from LUTZE. The new LUTZE MOTIONFLEX continuous flexing shielded Ethernet cables with 4 twisted pairs, Cat5e or Cat6a standards, and an abrasion, sunlight, and oil-resistant TPE jacket are designed for harsh industrial environments and operating conditions with high noise levels.

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Verusen Joins AWS ISV Accelerate Program

Gary Mintchell

Amazon Web Services just keeps growing in our market space. In this news Verusen , supplier of MRO optimization and collaboration products, announced joining the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Independent Software Vendor (ISV) Accelerate Program, a co-sell program for AWS Partners that provides software solutions that run on or integrate with AWS. The AWS ISV Accelerate Program enables Verusen to accelerate value for manufacturing customers by directly connecting with Verusen with the AWS Partner Ne

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New LEMO product family portfolio simplifies selection process

Design World

LEMO, a manufacturer of high-performance interconnect solutions, announces the launch of its enhanced product family portfolio aimed at simplifying the selection process for customers. With a commitment to offering over 90,000 custom solutions tailored to meet specific requirements, LEMO continuously expands its product offerings to meet evolving market demands.

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The Supply Chain in 2025: What to Expect

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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PickNik Robotics’ MoveIt Studio is now MoveIt Pro

Robotics Business Review

MoveIt Pro better reflects the platform’s expanded capabilities, says the company. | Source: PickNik Robotics PickNik Inc. is rebranding its flagship software for robotic manipulation applications. Previously known as MoveIt Studio, the company said the new name of MoveIt Pro better aligns with the platform’s value and expanded capabilities.

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Mitsubishi launches high-performance teach pendant for improved operability

Design World

Mitsubishi Electric Automation Inc.’s new R86T6 Teach Pendant evolved from the conventional, high-performance teach pendant to deliver customizable and intuitive functions to OEMs and end users. The R86TB is designed with a 10.1-in. high-definition display so that any function can be easily visible and accessed from the customizable HOME screen or page list.

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ReeR Micron Series Light Grids from AutomationDirect

Design World

AutomationDirect adds new ReeR Micron series light grids, available in detecting or measuring versions, that use multi-beam photoeye arrays to detect the presence of objects anywhere within the controlled height of the sensor array. They are perfect for detecting, measuring, and counting various sized and shaped objects at random positions as they pass through the… The post ReeR Micron Series Light Grids from AutomationDirect appeared first on Design World.

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Intuitive Machines’ Odysseus makes first U.S. lunar landing in 50 years

Robotics Business Review

The Odysseus lunar lander loaded on top of a SpaceX robot prior to launch. | Credit: SpaceX For the first time in 50 years, the U.S. returned to the lunar surface. While Odysseus, Intuitive Machines’ Nova-C lunar lander, was uncrewed, I am old enough to remember the first crewed moon landing of Apollo 11 back in July 1969. Today’s landing could be significant for a whole new generation of U.S. space flight fans.

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Resin Price Report: Emboldened Sellers Push for Nickel Increase on PE Contracts

Plastics Today

Resin rally continues amid limited availability, rising monomer prices, and soaring exports.

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Rainbow Robotics, Schaeffler, KETI plan to jointly develop mobile dual-armed robots

Robotics Business Review

From left to right: Shin Hee-Dong, president of KETI’; Lee Jung-ho, CEO of Rainbow Robotics; and Dr. Michael Pausch, CTO of Schaeffler Industrial, agreed to jointly develop mobile manipulators for manufacturing. | Source: Rainbow Robotics Rainbow Robotics has signed a memorandum of understanding with Schaeffler Group and the Korea Electronics Technology Institute, or KETI, to co-develop mobile manipulators driven by artificial intelligence.

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The 2nd Generation of Innovation Management: A Survival Guide

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?

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Fanuc ships its one-millionth robot amid ‘all-time high’ demand

Robotics Automation News

Fanuc, the world’s largest producer of industrial robotic arms, is celebrating a “significant milestone” in the automation industry by producing its one-millionth industrial robot.

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Control Automation Day Returns | Exploring Industrial Robots in 2024!

Control.com

Control Automation Day 2024 will be held on March 26th, talking all about industrial robotics with keynote interviews, educational live sessions, and exciting giveaways from your favorite manufacturers!

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Five minutes with… Jay Biring, CEO at Exeros Technologies Describe the Exeros DVS BSIS system?

SMMT

At Exeros we have put our own processes in place to fully understand the Direct Vision Standard (DVS), and we have conducted more than 2,000 hours of testing, including live testing and on the road test scenarios, before bringing our Progressive Safe System (PSS) kits to market. Our DVS kit is an AI camera technology kit eliminating all nearside and front blind spots, with optional rear-view, imminently alerting the driver of any danger.

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UK quits treaty that gave fossil fuel firms power to sue governments over climate policy

E&T

The UK is pulling out of a multi-country energy agreement that allowed fossil fuel firms to sue governments when their profits were negatively impacted by net zero policies.

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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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Black-I Robotics to showcase ‘breakthrough’ AI-based robot at Modex

Robotics Automation News

Black-I Robotics will be participating in the premier materials handling industrial trade show, Modex, March 11-14, in Atlanta, the company’s CEO Brian Hart has announced. Some 45,000 supply chain executives and staff attend the show, which features more than a thousand exhibitors showcasing their products for the logistics and manufacturing industries.

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Nuclear fusion stabilised with AI controller

E&T

A study from Princeton University and Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory researchers has described the use of AI to forecast and prevent instabilities in plasma, in what could be a significant step towards viable nuclear fusion power.

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Exploring the Industrial Metaverse: Shaping the Future of Work

MESA

Exploring the Industrial Metaverse: Shaping the Future of WorkBy: John Jackiw, Dassault SystemesIn recent times, the concept of the "Metaverse" has sparked the curiosity and excitement of technology aficionados and visionaries.

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ISO 20022: Don’t Get Left Behind

Seeburger

In our three-part podcast series on ISO 20022, we talk to Isak Penttila, Payments Modernisation Consultant at Movitz Payments and a long-standing ISO 20022 expert. ISO 20022 is the payment standard of the future, and the November 2025 deadline for banks set by Swift is fast approaching.

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

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6 Variations That Kill Productivity

Modern Machine Shop

Photo Credit: Getty Images The more a task is repeated, the easier it is to justify improving it. Most improvement programs begin by looking for the biggest bang for the buck. The benefits provided when improving an often-repeated task will be experienced every time the task is performed, making the required effort to improve it worthwhile. This assumes, of course, that the task is performed in the same manner every time it is performed.

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Retired ESA satellite burns up over Pacific Ocean

E&T

An uncontrolled satellite, ERS-2, has re-entered Earth’s atmosphere almost 30 years after its launch.

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Brompton secures funding from Innovate UK to optimise bicycle production

Manufacturing Management

Brompton, the UK’s largest bike company has secured funding from Innovate UK to optimise bicycle production at Brompton's Greenford site through the development and demonstration of industrial-grade robotic and automation solutions.

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Queensland to invest hundreds of millions in battery export industry that could employ thousands

The Guardian Manufacturing

Investment comes after research showing Australia is at risk of missing out on global renewables manufacturing boom Get our morning and afternoon news emails , free app or daily news podcast Thousands of Queenslanders could soon be employed in a globally competitive grid-scale battery export industry, with the state committing hundreds of millions in backing for the sector.

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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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UNSW Nuclear Innovation Centre launches

Manufacturer's Monthly

The University of New South Wales (UNSW) Nuclear Innovation Centre was officially opened, accelerating the future of Australia’s nuclear engineers for the AUKUS workforce. With Australia’s only nuclear engineering program, UNSW is the country’s premier research centre for nuclear energy. The Centre is a cross-disciplinary, cross-industry hub for advancing Australia’s nuclear science industry and skills, which includes interests in medicine, irradiated materials, waste management, space explorati

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The Real Deal About ZTNA and Zero Trust Access

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

ZTNA hasn’t delivered on the full promise of zero trust Zero Trust has been all the rage for several years; it states, “never trust, always verify” and assumes every attempt to access the network or a… Read more on Cisco Blogs

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Graduate Business School Students Evaluate Commercialization of Groundbreaking Federal Technologies

NIST Manufacturing

In technology transfer, standing still is tantamount to falling behind.

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From childhood curiosity to Cisco’s FIFA Women’s World Cup all-female Dream Team

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

This blog is by Noor Zafar, a Cybersecurity Cadet Risk Advisory Analyst at Deloitte in Australia and a former member of Cisco’s FIFA Women’s World Cup all-female Dream Team.

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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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Oak Ridge Scientists Develop Recyclable Supertough CFRP

Plastics Today

The composite material is based on a borylated SEBS copolymer and delivers a tensile strength of 731 MPa.

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fruitcore robotics and Schunk launch new solution kit part separation with 2D grasping kit

Robotics Automation News

With the new Solution Kit Part Separation with 2D Grasping Kit, the partners fruitcore robotics and Schunk present an efficient and powerful solution for the fast and flexible automation of separation processes. The automation module sets a new standard for the vision-based separation of non-layered workpieces.

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Automating Observability of Public Cloud Deployments with Cisco Cloud Observability APIs

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Turn cloud native chaos into business context Considering that more than 90% of organizations leveraging public clouds are moving to a multi cloud strategy Cisco Observability Platform [1] promises… Read more on Cisco Blogs

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Rolls-Royce soars to £1.6bn profit with cost cuts ‘well under way’

The Guardian Manufacturing

Engine-maker says it has made £150m of its £400m to £500m savings target, with up to 2,500 jobs to go Business live – latest updates The British engine-maker Rolls-Royce has said cost-cutting plans that will result in it axing up to 2,500 jobs by the end of next year are “well under way”, as it swung to a £1.6bn underlying operating profit for 2023.

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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!