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Industrial DevOps Platform Said to Boost Manufacturing Efficiency, Minimize Disruption 

Gary Mintchell

This company intrigues me. Copia Automation. Its co-founder and CEO’s credentials include heading IT at Uber. They have taken the IT technology of DevOps and ported it to industrial use. HighByte performed a similar adaptation of DataOps to Industrial DataOps in 2016. Maybe the time is ripe for better programming paradigms for industrial control? We’ll see.

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When Battery Failure is Not an Option

Automation World

Choosing an ultra-long-life battery is essential in IIoT applications where battery replacement is prohibitively expensive or impossible.

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Trained quickly, inspected swiftly: handling and defect inspection of indexable inserts

Design World

Indexable inserts are interchangeable cutting tools that are indispensable in various industrial applications, especially in metalworking. They are used as cutting material carriers for machining metals, plastics or wood. Their manufacture requires high-precision production processes to ensure an exact geometry and perfect surface finish. Even minimal deviations affect not only the service life but also […] The post Trained quickly, inspected swiftly: handling and defect inspection of inde

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Automating spot welding to win fabrication work, maintain culture

The Fabricator

Lewis Welding, Wyoming, Mich., never really looked at its spot welding operations as something that could be automated—until it saw a spot welding cobot.

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Agility Amid Tariffs & Supply Chain Disruptions

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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Why touch points matter to automotive design

Design World

Whether consciously or subconsciously touch points form the foundation for customers to perceive and make decisions regarding the products they choose. Touch points drive the quality of customer experiences and serve as the basis for the resulting relationship, this is why it is so important to understand the impact touch points can have on Automotive… The post Why touch points matter to automotive design appeared first on Design World.

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Customer service a key for both traditional, e-commerce fab businesses

The Fabricator

Nick Martin explains the challenges and rewards of working with customers at Barnes Metalcrafters and its sister e-commerce business, Mountains2Metal.

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Conductix-Wampfler launches wireless communication device for mobile robots

Robotics Business Review

Robin’6 includes the latest Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11ax) technology for AGVs and AMRs. | Credit: Conductix-Wampfler Conductix-Wampfler this week said it has created a comprehensive solution designed exclusively for the secure transmission of data in mobile robots. The new Robin’6 minimizes integration and operational expenses while bolstering cyber security measures, claimed the company. “With the new fully managed communication device Robin’6, we are setting standards for rel

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Weintek USA launches new versatile HMI

Design World

Weintek USA announced a new, UL Listed, sunlight-readable 7-in. human machine interface (HMI). The cMT3072XHT(L) has an adjustable brightness screen capable of 1200 cd/m2 with 1024 x 600 resolution and a wide viewing angle of 85° in any direction. Enhanced components allow the cMT3072XHTL to handle temperatures anywhere from -4 to 131° Fahrenheit. Ready for… The post Weintek USA launches new versatile HMI appeared first on Design World.

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Breakthrough in tremor treatment: Robotic therapy developed by GIST researchers ‘improves daily activities’

Robotics Automation News

Individuals with neurological disorders often experience tremors, posing various challenges. To address this, researchers from Korea developed SPINDLE, a pioneering robotic rehabilitation system. Combining virtual reality (VR) with customized resistance training, SPINDLE offers personalized therapy to enhance strength and dexterity for activities of daily living (ADLs).

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Toshiba AS3 AC drives from AutomationDirect

Design World

AutomationDirect has added Toshiba AS3 AC drives. Toshiba is a trusted name in power electronics with a proven track record in the industry. Their products are built with high-quality construction and offer long-lasting durability. Toshiba drives are a prominent VFD brand and the AS3 series adjustable speed drives are packed with features that, on competing… The post Toshiba AS3 AC drives from AutomationDirect appeared first on Design World.

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Emergent Energy Optimizes Steam Systems with Panoramic Power’s Technology

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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GXO signs ‘industry-first’ multi-year agreement with Agility Robotics

Robotics Automation News

GXO Logistics, one of the world’s largest pure-play contract logistics provider, and Agility Robotics, creator of the bipedal Mobile Manipulation Robot (MMR) Digit, have signed a multi-year agreement to begin deploying Digit in GXO’s logistics operations.

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Automating spot welding to win fabrication work and maintain culture

The Fabricator

Lewis Welding, Wyoming, Mich., never really looked at its spot welding operations as something that could be automated—until it saw a spot welding cobot.

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ForwardX Robotics forms partnership with Voyatzoglou and EuroFit

Robotics Automation News

ForwardX Robotics, which claims to be “the largest person-to-goods autonomous mobile robot (AMR) solutions provider in Asia”, has agreed a partnership with Voyatzoglou. The agreement means that Voyatzoglou is now the official distributor of ForwardX solutions in Greece and EuroFit in Romania.

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Living on the Edge: ADLINK’s EdgeGO Manages Devices from Anywhere

Control.com

Smart notifications, security restrictions, and remote management work together to provide standout functionality from ADLINK’s EdgeGO platform for monitoring edge devices.

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Accelerate Americas Manufacturing Agility & Supply Chain Resilience

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.

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Doosan Robotics partners with Rocketfarm on palletizing solutions

Robotics Automation News

Doosan Robotics, one of the world’s leading collaborative robot (cobot) manufacturers, formed a strategic partnership with Rocketfarm, a premier provider of palletizing software. The integration of Rocketfarm’s Pally software with Doosan Robotics’ cobots will streamline palletizing efficiencies across the food and beverage, automotive and consumer packaged goods industries, among others.

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Electro-Pneumatic Circuit Creation and Simulation Using FluidSIM

Control.com

Learn how to use Festo’s FluidSIM software to design and simulate electro-pneumatic systems, featuring a reciprocating actuator example using solenoid valves and limit sensors.

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Carpentry 4.0: When robots and saws take over the night shift

Robotics Automation News

Autonomous and without statutory break times, robots can offer real value to carpentry workshops and boost production. However, acquiring such machines is often associated with high costs. Used machines might offer a viable solution. Carpentry has been a traditional craft for centuries.

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Ride or Die for Heroes: Join Retired Moldmaker's Epic 10,000-Mile Quest to Support Our Wounded Warriors!

Mold Making Technology

Meet Larry Patten, retired moldmaker turned road warrior for iWarriors ! Follow on Facebook. Source: Larry Patten and Hoka Hey Let's rev up this incredible story! Before we hit the road with Larry Patten's latest adventure , let's take a quick pit stop to fuel up on some thrilling backstory. Hang on tight - this recap is quite the ride! 2017 : A New Chapter Begins With his kids out of the house, Larry Patten, owner of Dramco Tool in Nebraska, decided it was time for a new adventure.

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Unmasking Energy Waste: Manufacturing’s Hidden Inefficiencies and Costly Impacts

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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ARE installs batteries in demolition robots for cable-free movement

Robotics Automation News

Briggs & Stratton, an American multinational which produces engines, says it is breaking new ground in the robotics field, as it works with Advanced Robotic Engineering (ARE) to power their range of mobile industrial demolition robots with the Vanguard 48V Si1.5kWh swappable and 48V Fi3.5kWh fixed battery packs.

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Comment: Why AI cloud computing beats on-premise infrastructure

E&T

Daniel Beers, senior vice president of global data centre operations at Ardent Data Centres, addresses why in our AI world businesses should choose to access external computing power via the cloud rather than invest in on-site infrastructure.

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Laundry Robotics and Fizyr develop laundry-feeding solution

Robotics Automation News

Fizyr, a provider of vision for robotic systems, has extended its partnership with Laundry Robotics, which initially started in 2016. In the eight years since, the automatic towel feeder solutions, which Laundry Robotics named Robin and Roy, have been deployed in installations across Europe and North America.

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Industrial Molding Corp. Sold to Private Equity Firm

Plastics Today

Deal valued at $16 million is Blackford Capital’s first add-on acquisition to its Davalor Mold portfolio.

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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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Uber Freight and Aurora Innovation providing early access to autonomous trucking

Robotics Automation News

Uber Freight and Aurora Innovation are launching “Premier Autonomy”, a new program providing early access to its network of over 1 billion of Aurora’s driverless miles to Uber Freight carriers through 2030.

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Polystyrene Sustainability: One-on-One with Ineos Styrolution

Plastics Today

Justin Riney, sustainability commercial manager, Americas, discloses advances, recycling, and legislative challenges for styrenics including polystyrene.

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Formic raises $27.4 million to ‘bring automation to more manufacturers’

Robotics Automation News

Formic, a provider of Robots-as-a-Service (RaaS) automation for US manufacturers, has raised another $27.4 million in Series A financing led by Blackhorn Ventures with participation from Mitsubishi HC Capital America, NEC, Translink Capital, Alumni Ventures, FJ Labs, Lux Capital, Initialized Capital and Lorimer Ventures.

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Una descripción general de una línea de recubrimiento en polvo

The Fabricator

Esta guía proporciona una descripción general de cómo se configura un sistema de recubrimiento en polvo.

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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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Serve Robotics expanded delivery service in Los Angeles

Robotics Automation News

Serve Robotics, an autonomous delivery robotics company, has expanded its delivery operations into Koreatown as part of a long-term plan to broaden its geographic reach in Los Angeles and across the US.

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Tools finish tube end ID and OD in single operation

The Fabricator

Severance Tool has developed a line of tube end finishing rotary tools that can deburr, form, or chamfer.

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What is MetaTrader 4 (MT4), and How Does it Work?

Robotics Automation News

The Forex market is a global currency market offering advantages to professional traders and newcomers. To start trading here, you need a reliable broker who will act as an intermediary, a guarantor, and provide access to the market. Additionally, you need to choose a technical platform to execute trading operations.

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Hydrogen fuel-cell bus project enters manufacturing phase

Manufacturing Management

Bramble Energy, in partnership with Equipmake, Aeristech and the University of Bath, has announced the completion of concept designs for, and move into the manufacturing phase of, a hydrogen system and double-decker bus.

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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?