Design World

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Accurate measurement of rotary shaft motion, including position, velocity, and acceleration, is crucial in numerous applications. This is typically achieved by incorporating a rotary encoder into the motor or shaft assembly. While “rotary encoder” is often abbreviated to “encoder,” it should not be confused with other electromechanical or electronic encoding devices used for data format […] The post What are optical rotary encoders?

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Automation World

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

The CL Series of collaborative robots from Kawasaki Robotics feature payload capacities from 3kg to 10kg and reaches from 590mm to 1000mm.

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Design World

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

OKW’s popular DATEC-TERMINAL plastic enclosures are now available with or without a separate terminal section. Tough, stylish DATEC-TERMINAL is ideal for data collection, security and access control, measurement and control, HVAC, medical/wellness, and point-of-sale devices. A wide choice of lids and covers (accessories) adds IP 54 ingress protection and makes these ergonomic desktop and wall-mount… The post OKW’s DATEC-TERMINAL plastic enclosures now in two versions appeared first on Desi

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Automation World

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

DMG Mori, Renishaw and Siemens partner on a condition monitoring tool that enables traceability and closed-loop manufacturing.

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Design World

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Overhead conveyor drives from NORD DRIVESYSTEMS are engineered with long-lasting performance and durability in mind. They feature high quality components, heavy-duty construction, and an output mounting flange and shaft for easy drop-in replacement of industry-standard footprints. These characteristics make overhead conveyor drives an ideal solution for meat and poultry processing, automotive assembly, and other manufacturing… The post NORD Overhead conveyor drives deliver space-saving, re

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Control.com

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Keyence has released its latest next-gen PLC, the KV-X, with an impressive quad-core CPU, providing a machine ops recorder and granting preset access to over 300 peripheral device EDS files.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Image: IM Imagery/stock.adobe.com The Miles Labor Government’s $25 million investment in local long-duration energy storage company Energy Storage Industries (ESI)- Asia Pacific has attracted an additional investment of $40 million from a UK-based investment fund in support of the development of Queensland’s iron-flow battery manufacturing industry.

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Robotics Business Review

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

T-Series actuators from HEBI Robotics. HEBI Robotics was awarded a $150,000 Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant by NASA to develop smart robotic actuation hardware and building blocks that can be used in space. The new products will be compatible with HEBI’s current platform for robot development. HEBI said the SBIR grant will support its efforts to further expand its platform with “Space-Rated Modular Robotic Building Blocks.” The technology developed will make it possib

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MRPEasy

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Tim Grant, Founder of Business Solution Providers manufacturing consultancy, has spearheaded hundreds of software implementation projects. Here are some of the insights he’s gathered over the years. Moving from accounting to manufacturing Business Solutions Providers is a manufacturing consulting company from Nevada. The business was started in 2003 by accountant Tim Grant as a general […] The post This Is the Most User-Friendly Manufacturing ERP, Says Manufacturing Consultant appeared fir

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Plastics Today

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

The new law eliminates a loophole in previous legislation that allowed grocery stores to provide thick plastic bags because they were deemed reusable.

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Robotics Business Review

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

The C2 autonomous robot transports diverse payloads through complex environments. | Source: Quasi Robotics Quasi Robotics Inc. last week announced a major update to its Quasi Cloud Connect and Q.AI robot management software. The company said Cloud Connect 2.0 introduces new features and customization options. These updates will give users of Quasi Robotics’ flagship Model C2 autonomous mobile robot ( AMR ) higher levels of control and flexibility over the material transport process. “

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The Fabricator

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Fabricated Steel Products Inc. has announced plans to expand its Baton Rouge, La., facility with new technology, creating 15 direct jobs and retaining 75 current positions. The $3.2 million investment will include a robotic assembly and welding line that is expected to increase the company’s.

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Robotics Business Review

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

| Credit: Allient Allient Inc. launched its new Electroflux Series, a line of motors designed to meet the rigorous demands of modern robotics and advanced mechanical applications. The Electroflux Series motors are engineered to deliver precision, efficiency, and reliability for a variety of applications, including collaborative robots (cobots), surgical robotics, and aerospace technology.

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E&T

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Scientists have used an autonomous robot to inspect the inside of a fusion energy facility for the first time as part of efforts to make maintenance more cost efficient and safer for humans.

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The Fabricator

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Triple-S Steel, a general line steel distributor and service center with emphasis in the construction markets, has announced its acquisition of Borrmann Metals.

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Control.com

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Before tuning a motion axis, you must define the axis. If the control system doesn’t understand the axis properties or specifications, it can’t be expected to effectively complete the tuning process.

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Automation Mag

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

A recent global study conducted by Peninsula Group revealed that Canadian small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are unsure of the uses of AI in the workplace. The annual global client survey shows that there is concern surrounding the uses and benefits of AI in the workplace. The study reportedly found that 65 percent of SMBs in Canada have not yet implemented AI into their work operations.

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Robotics Automation News

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Researchers at ETH Zurich and the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems have developed a robotic leg with artificial muscles. Inspired by living creatures, it jumps across different terrains in an agile and energy-efficient manner. Inventors and researchers have been developing robots for almost 70 years.

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Speaker: Shalini Dinesh

Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.

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Canadian Manufacturing

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

ST. JOHN’S — Kraken Robotics, a marine technology company, receives several orders totalling approximately $3 million for Miniature Synthetic Aperture Sonar (MINSAS) systems from three separate customers. “In the current geopolitical environment, we are seeing an increased need for synthetic aperture sonar systems to be used in mine countermeasure operations,” said Greg Reid, president and CEO of Kraken. “We’re increasing our inventory to be able to more quickly respond t

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Manufacturing Management

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

A Washington-based designer and manufacturer of sustainable electric motors and powertrain systems, which secured a £23m investment last year, has taken part in a new skills pilot to support its expansion plans, Insider Media reported.

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Canadian Manufacturing

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

A $2.14-billion federal loan for an Ottawa-based satellite operator has Canadian politicians arguing about whether American billionaire Elon Musk poses a national security risk. The fight involves internet connectivity in remote regions as Canada tries to live up to its promise to connect every Canadian household to high-speed internet by 2030. Telesat CEO Dan Goldberg said “there appear to be some misunderstandings” about the nature of his company’s deal with the government.

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Manufacturing Management

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

A sandwich manufacturer is planning to invest millions in a new factory that could create 400 jobs and “provide a positive impact on the Bradford economy”, BBC News reported.

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E&T

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

A new type of asphalt that has been imbued with graphene to improve its resilience is being trialled on British roads by National Highways.

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The Fabricator

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Norbec, a manufacturer of insulated metal panels, walk-in coolers, and freezers, has opened a $45 million manufacturing plant in Strathroy, Ont.

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The Guardian Manufacturing

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Private sector activity growth slows for second consecutive month, hitting services and manufacturing firms Business live – latest updates Uncertainty before Labour’s first budget next month is weighing on the UK economy, according to two separate business surveys. The data company S&P Global said UK private sector activity growth slowed for the second consecutive month in September, affecting companies in the services and manufacturing industries.

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E&T

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

The formal planning process and public consultations for the Mersey Tidal Power scheme, a major new link between Wirral and Liverpool, is about to get underway.

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Speaker: Paul Heller

Most innovation work proceeds independently from company strategy. As a result, the products that arrive in the market are not well aligned with the company’s goals. This challenge is particularly significant in organizations with transformation-oriented strategies, where innovation must directly support growth, scalability, and strategic pivots. In this session, we will discuss why innovation in large companies is so often not aligned with the company’s strategy and what innovation leaders, pro

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Manufacturing Management

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Burton and Uttoxeter MP Jacob Collier has today been named as parliamentary advocate for the North Midlands Manufacturing Corridor, Insider Media reported.

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Control.com

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

ABB released the DP200 Crush+ NEMA motor, which features a high starting and breakdown torque suitable for demanding severe-duty applications in the mining and quarry industries.

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Metrology

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

From 22 to 25 October, the international sheet metal working industry will gather at EuroBLECH 2024 in Hanover, Germany. Under the theme, 'The Power of Productivity,’ some 1,300 exhibitors from 40 countries will showcase the world’s largest selection of sheet metal working technology under one roof, all designed to boost performance and efficiency. The post Pioneering The Transition To New Productivity appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Mold Making Technology

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Source | Plastikos Inc. Plastikos Inc. was recently awarded the 2024 MAPP (Manufacturers Association for Plastics Processors) Safety Best Practice Award, as voted on by member companies from across the U.S. In addition, Plastikos, along with its two sister companies, Micro Mold and Plastikos Medical, were also selected as recipients of the Safety Gold Achievement Award, which recognizes exceptional workplace safety throughout the previous year.

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