Sat.Apr 05, 2025

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Advanced Laser Application Workshop

The Fabricator

Mark your calendars! The 32nd Advanced Laser Applications Workshop (ALAW) will take place from June 17-19 at the Suburban Collection Showcase in Novi, Mich. ALAW is a world-class industry event encompassing state-of-the-art laser processes for manufacturers, job shops, and suppliers that has.

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Humanoid robot market to grow to $110 billion in next eight years

Robotics Automation News

The global humanoid robot market reached a value of nearly $2.37 billion in 2023, having grown at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 40.69 percent since 2018. The market is expected to grow from $2.37 billion in 2023 to $19.85 billion in 2028 at a rate of 52.91 percent.

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IDEM NET-BOX, Now in Die-Cast Metal For Durable, Network-Enabled Control

Control.com

IDEM Safety Switches now offers a die-cast metal version of its NET-BOX: a customizable push button control station and I/O solution designed to simplify industrial automation.

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Kawasaki unveils hydrogen-powered robotic horse that you can ride

Robotics Automation News

Kawasaki Heavy Industries has unveiled Corleo, a hydrogen-powered, four-legged robotic vehicle designed for riders, at the Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025. This innovative concept integrates artificial intelligence and clean energy technologies to navigate diverse terrains. (See video below.) Corleo’s four independent robotic legs enable balanced and stable movement across various surfaces.

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Retrofits Are Falling Short: Here’s Why You Need MES + ERP Together

Manufacturing today requires both agility and precision. Traditional ERP systems provide enterprise-wide management but lack real-time execution power needed on the shop floor. ION Factory OS by First Resonance bridges this gap, combining the strengths of ERP and MES for seamless integration. While ERP handles long-term strategic oversight, ION Factory OS delivers real-time production control, ensuring speed, flexibility, and precision.

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Vine robot from MIT can squeeze through rubble to help emergency responders

Robotics Business Review

From left to right: Research intern Ankush Dhawan and Lincoln Laboratory staff members Chad Council and Nathaniel Hanson test a vine robot in a laboratory setting. | Source: Glen Cooper, MIT News Researchers at the MIT Lincoln Laboratory, in collaboration with the University of Notre Dame, have created a vine-like robot that can squeeze between rubble.

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Construction robotics: Okibo brings painting robot to America

Robotics Automation News

Okibo, a developer of construction robotics, is opening its US headquarters in Englewood, New Jersey, and the official launch of its EG7 robot in the American market.

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Taylor Farms acquires agricultural robots startup FarmWise

Robotics Automation News

Taylor Farms, an American producer of ready-to-eat salads and healthy fresh foods, is acquiring FarmWise, an agricultural technology robotics company specializing in precision weeding and thinning solutions. This important strategic move reinforces Taylor Farms’ commitment to advancing agricultural technology and sustainable farming practices while continuing to deliver high-quality fresh foods to its customer partners.

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WMEP Welcomes Tim Rankin, Business Development Leader

WMEP

We are excited to welcome Tim Rankin to the WMEP Team as Business Development Leader. Tim is a seasoned professional with over 10 years of experience in the manufacturing industry, specializing in energy efficiency and electrical optimization. He has successfully led numerous projects aimed at improving sustainability and reducing carbon footprints, establishing himself as a [.

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Chef Robotics raises $43 million in Series A funding

Robotics Automation News

Chef Robotics has raised $43.1 million in new Series A funding, which includes $20.6 million in equity and $22.5 million in equipment financing debt. The latter will be used to cover the financing of Chef’s robotic systems for Robotics-as-a-Service (RaaS) so Chefs customers dont have to front capex for their robots.

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WMEP Welcomes Charlie Motley, Consultant – Automation

WMEP

We are excited to welcome Charlie Motley to the WMEP Team as Consultant – Automation. Charlie Motley brings over 35 years of extensive experience in the design and development of industrial machinery and semi-automated equipment. His career began with a focus on the automated dispensing of fluids, and later transitioned to the metallurgical industry.

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6 Common Production Scheduling Mistakes Manufacturers Make

Effective shop floor production planning and execution can be challenging. Despite technological advancements and methodologies, many manufacturing production managers still encounter issues that result in late orders, cash flow difficulties, and dissatisfied customers. These challenges can disrupt operations, reduce efficiency, and impact overall profitability.

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Automaker BYD to sell ‘general-purpose’ humanoid robots for $10,000 each

Robotics Automation News

BYD, the Chinese electric vehicle and battery manufacturer, has launched a new solar-powered humanoid robot, named BoYoboD. This general-purpose robot is designed to assist with various household chores, including laundry, folding clothes, vacuuming, raking leaves, and cleaning bathrooms. Priced at approximately $10,000 (73,000 yuan), BYD plans to begin deliveries in China by December 2025.

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WMEP Welcomes Erik Anderson, Consultant

WMEP

We are excited to welcome Erik Anderson to the WMEP Team as Consultant. Erikbrings more than 40 years of experience in the manufacturing industry. Most recently, he worked at Leer, Inc., and prior to this he was an independent manufacturing consultant and spent 35 years in the Precision Machining Industry. Eriks formal training in Six [.] Read More. from WMEP Welcomes Erik Anderson, Consultant The post WMEP Welcomes Erik Anderson, Consultant first appeared on WMEP Manufacturing Solutions.

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Jaguar Land Rover pause US shipments to assess impact of Trump’s tariffs

The Guardian Manufacturing

Carmaker says action will allow it to consider how to mitigate cost of 25% tariff on imports Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) will pause shipments of its UK-made cars to the US for a month as it considers how to mitigate the cost of Donald Trumps tariffs. The 25% tariff imposed by the US on imported cars and light trucks took effect on 3 April. Continue reading.

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WMEP Welcomes George Nelson, Consultant

WMEP

We are excited to welcome George Nelson to the WMEP Team as Consultant. George brings over 30 years of leadership experience in manufacturing and operations. He began his career with 10 years in Quality and OPEX at a Tier 1 automotive supplier, then spent more than 20 years in various senior roles, including Plant Manager, [.] Read More. from WMEP Welcomes George Nelson, Consultant The post WMEP Welcomes George Nelson, Consultant first appeared on WMEP Manufacturing Solutions.

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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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‘Fundamentally wrong, brutal and paranoid’: how will the world respond to Donald Trump’s tariffs?

The Guardian Manufacturing

The US presidents sweeping, unprecedented tariffs on countries around the world is threatening to reshape the global economy so, what exactly happens next? On Thursday evening, towards the end of a long week at a textiles factory on the outskirts of Ho Chi Minh City, Nguyn Th Diu and her husband were watching the news. More than 8,700 miles away, US president Donald Trump was announcing sweeping, unprecedented tariffs on every country around the world.