Gary Mintchell
APRIL 21, 2025
The Open Group Open Process Automation Forum (OPAF) provides annual updates at a forum in Orlando in February. I missed that meeting, however recently receiving an update from Aneil Ali, The Open Group OPAF Director. OPAF members have worked diligently for years developing a standard of standards in order to break the proprietary grip of specific process automation suppliershence the word Open in the name.
Design World
APRIL 21, 2025
Dorner has introduced the C3 Compact Curve Conveyor, designed for use in applications such as confectionary, packaged goods, and food handling. The C3 conveyor, part of Dorners line of belted systems, uses food-grade belting and a curved design to guide products through turns of up to 180 degrees while maintaining orientation. It is compatible with… The post New C3 compact curve conveyor offers flexible product movement appeared first on Design World.
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Robotics Business Review
APRIL 21, 2025
The Yarbo product family is built around a core vehicle with attachments that include a mower deck, snow blower, and leaf blower. | Credit: Yarbo Robots could be coming to backyards near you soon. Yarbo last week said it has closed its Series B funding round, raising about $27 million. The New York-based company said a group of strategic and financial investors has backed its vision of reimagining how the world handles outdoor work one season at a time.
Automation Mag
APRIL 21, 2025
April 21, 2025, Toronto Electromate has been certified as a Great Place to Work after an independent analysis conducted by the Great Place to Work Institute Canada. The certification is based on direct feedback from employees, as part of an extensive and anonymous survey about their workplace experience. “Were honoured to receive this certification again,” said Warren Osak, chief executive officer and founder of Electromate, in a press statement. “Our culture is built around e
Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives
Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri
Robotics Business Review
APRIL 21, 2025
The Marauder is Saronic’s largest autonomous surface vessel yet. | Source: Saronic Saronic Technologies last week announced the acquisition of Gulf Craft, a Louisiana-based shipbuilder, to accelerate its growth into autonomous shipbuilding. The company also unveiled its latest autonomous surface vessel, or ASV, the Marauder. Austin, Texas-based Saronic said the acquisition will give it a shipyard strategically located on the Gulf Coast.
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Robotics Automation News
APRIL 21, 2025
As the global demand for clean energy accelerates, utility-scale solar farms are multiplying across deserts, grasslands, and rooftops. But building and maintaining these vast installations is labor-intensive, costly, and often dangerous. Thats where robotics comes in.
Robotics Business Review
APRIL 21, 2025
Meet the Robot of the Year, Startup of the Year, Application of the Year, and Robots for Good winners. We are passionate about the impact robotics can have on the world. Thats why for 14 years, the RBR50 Robotics Innovation Awards have honored the most innovative robotics companies, technologies, and applications from around the world. This year we brought back three major awards: Robot of the Year, Application of the Year, and Startup of the Year.
Canadian Manufacturing
APRIL 21, 2025
This Easter, soaring cocoa prices will continue to have an effect on the price of chocolate, experts say and consumers will likely be looking for deals to fill their baskets. Cocoa prices have risen significantly in the past couple of years as crops in key cocoa-growing countries have been hit hard by a number of factors, including extreme weather.
Automation Mag
APRIL 21, 2025
April 21, 2025, Mundelein, Ill. Machine tool accessory and machine tending solutions manufacturer Lyndex-Nikken is expanding its sales team to better serve the industry needs in eastern Canada and south-central Mexico. To facilitate this expansion, the company is adding two regional sales representatives Rob Hiemstra and Nataly Gonzalez, Lyndex-Nikken reported in a press statement.
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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.
Canadian Manufacturing
APRIL 21, 2025
Community E-Waste Recycling Event to take place at Centennial College Downsview Campus Courtyard on Tuesday, April 22 from 12 p.m. until 3 p.m. (CNW Group/LG Electronics Canada) TORONTO As a part of Earth Day, LG Electronics Canada says it is teaming with Centennial College and Quantum Lifecycle Partners LP to host a community e-waste recycling event on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Centennial College’s Downsview Campus.
Automation Mag
APRIL 21, 2025
April 21, 2025, Auburn, Maine Physik Instrumente (PI) USA has introduced a new series of motorized, direct-drive ball bearing rotary stages for 360-degree ultra-high precision rotation applications. The V-625, V-623 and V-622 series of rotary stages are designed to meet the demands of applications requiring highly precise rotary motion, as well as high torque, speed and payload-carrying capacity.
Manufacturing Tomorrow
APRIL 21, 2025
CNC turning has become a cornerstone of modern manufacturing, particularly for producing prototypes and small batch components. The ability to quickly and accurately produce high-precision parts makes CNC turning an ideal choice for industries requiring rapid product development and low-volume manufacturing. This article explores the benefits, challenges, and best practices associated with CNC turning for prototype and small batch production.
Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing
APRIL 21, 2025
In the grand energy race of the 21st century, the pulse of global innovation beats inside battery manufacturing plants. As lithium (Li)-ion battery prices continue their downward spiral and governments rally behind green mobility, a multi-trillion-dollar opportunity is quietly unfoldingnot just for battery producers, but for the often-overlooked heroes of industrial infrastructure: pumps and valves.
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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.
Canadian Manufacturing
APRIL 21, 2025
Yarbo Modules (CNW) NEW YORK — Yarbo, a multipurpose yard robot, has successfully closed its Series B funding round, raising approximately $27M USD. This injection of capital will try to grow Yarbo’s ability to scale to mass production, enhance its supply chain resilience, and deepen investment in R&D. The company says it also plans to accelerate talent acquisition, strengthen liquidity, and push forward with pre-IPO planning as it tries to expand globally.
Robotics Automation News
APRIL 21, 2025
Mitsubishi Electric has launched a new series of SCARA robots designed to accelerate digital transformation (DX) in manufacturing, with features aimed at increasing performance, reducing maintenance needs, and simplifying system integration.
Canadian Manufacturing
APRIL 21, 2025
A fire broke out early on Apr. 20, on the grounds of an ArcelorMittal industrial site in the Montrgie region of Quebec. The fire began around 4 a.m. among scrapped vehicles on the site, according to the city of Contrecoeur, where the company has several steel facilities. The community is located about 50 kilometres northeast of Montreal on the south shore of the St.
Dinesh Mishra
APRIL 21, 2025
MUMBAI, INDIA, 17 Apr 2025 PETRONAS Lubricants India Pvt. Ltd (PLIPL) and Quaker Houghton have announced a strategic partnership that will strengthen both companies’ commitment and engagement across key industrial sectors across India and Malaysia. The strategic partnership leverages the product portfolios and geographic market position of both companies to provide an expanded range of industrial solutions for customers.
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
Canadian Manufacturing
APRIL 21, 2025
MONTREAL — Transat A.T. Inc. announces having reached a new support agreement with the equipment manufacturer of GTF engines, this time covering the two calendar-year periods of 2025 and 2026. The support package reportedly includes compensation to address the direct costs associated with the aircraft that are grounded and those anticipated to be grounded, and is similar in structure to the previous agreement reached with the equipment manufacturer of GTF engines covering 2023 and 2024, wi
Robotics Automation News
APRIL 21, 2025
Doosan Robotics has signed an agreement with VRNJ, a robotic system integrator in Thailand, for the supply of 300 collaborative robots.
Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing
APRIL 21, 2025
The connected vehicles industry has entered an era where data is no longer just a byproduct of innovation its the basis for it. Automotive data has the potential to reshape business models, open new revenue streams, and improve customer experiences like never before. So why are many companies still falling behind? Read on to learn how automotive data solutions are transforming the connected car landscape and why acting now can set the foundation for long-term, scalable success.
Canadian Manufacturing
APRIL 21, 2025
Subaru Logo (PRNewsfoto/Safe-Guard Products International) TORONTO Subaru Canada and Safe-Guard Products International announced a multi-year partnership aimed at enhancing and expanding Subaru’s vehicle protection offerings across Canada. The collaboration will see Safe-Guard assume administration of the Subaru Protection Plan (SPP) portfolio that includes Subaru Canada’s existing protection programs and products.
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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.
Fabricating & Metal Work
APRIL 21, 2025
Validate measurements with certainty using intuitive remeasurement tools found in the ViSOL software. The ViSOL software empowers video borescope inspectors with the tools to work more efficiently, more insightfully, and more consistently. Designed to intuitively capture, organize, and report inspection data, the new platform delivers actionable insights with advanced analytics, clear visualization, and seamless collaboration.
Robotics Automation News
APRIL 21, 2025
Dassault Systmes has agreed a partnership with the industrial automation and robotics company Kuka to provide manufacturing industries with comprehensive solutions that meet growing demands in robotics and automation.
DO Supply
APRIL 21, 2025
The Allen-Bradley Kinetix 7000 (Bulletin 2099) Series features high-power servo drives that are designed to extend the benefits and simplicity of Kinetix Integrated Motion to servo systems with demanding power requirements in the range of 30 to 200 HP/22 to 149 kW (40.0 to 248.0 A rms). With output power ratings of up to 200 HP, this drive series supports a wide variety of high-power motion applications, including web handling, injection molding machines, robotics, material handling, printing,
Robotics Automation News
APRIL 21, 2025
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) is a strategic process and suite of software applications used to manage a products entire journey from initial concept and design, through development and manufacturing, to service, maintenance, and eventual recycling.
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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.
Plastics Today
APRIL 21, 2025
Pharmaceutical labels have too much tiny type and convoluted directions. Our future is zero user-interface (UI), aka voice-activated packaging that uses AI to communicate instructions clearly and effortlessly.
Modern Machine Shop
APRIL 21, 2025
The 2025 Precision Machining Technology Show took place April 1-3 this year, and from the beginning it was a whirl of activity. While it may be smaller than an event like IMTS, this show provides an opportunity for both larger and smaller OEMs to showcase their solutions, while conferences and workshops help attendees to think critically about the solutions they see on display.
Plastics Today
APRIL 21, 2025
Plastics play a key role in EV safety, particularly in preventing thermal runaway.
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