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How Audits, Skills, Standards and Cybersecurity Build Solutions

Automation World

Essential skills required for wireless, mobility, and edge computing technology implementation include knowledge of wireless technologies, cybersecurity protocols, compliance standards, system integration, project management and vendor-specific training.

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ABB Opens Updated Robotics Facility

Gary Mintchell

Robotics news seems to present itself all the time. I’m writing this from an independent coffee house in a small town in northern Illinois. The guy at the table behind me is quoting a robotic packaging system to a client. Weird. ABB held a big unveiling day at its Auburn Hills, MI facility that had recently been refitted and upgraded. I attended virtually—just could not work out the logistics to make it physically.

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Proving the Reliability of Cloud-Based Control

Automation World

Like many engineers, we had reservations about cloud-based control systems. We’ve since learned that, for processes that are not safety related or require millisecond scan times, cloud-based control is highly effective and can cost significantly less.

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Delta Electronics demonstrates digital twin, power systems at GTC

Robotics Business Review

Delta exhibited its data center and other technologies at NVIDIA GTC 2024. Source: Delta Electronics SAN JOSE, Calif. — Artificial intelligence and robotics both devour power, but simulation, next-generation processors, and good product design can mitigate the draw. At NVIDIA Corp.’s GTC event last week, Delta Electronics Inc. demonstrated how its digital twin platform, developed on NVIDIA Omniverse, can help enhance smart manufacturing capabilities. “We’ve partnered with

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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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Robots in Space? Remote Surgery and Extraterrestrial Habitation

Control.com

An advanced robotic assistant has successfully demonstrated its surgical capabilities aboard the International Space Station. Researchers are also working to create robots that maintain human habitats in space.

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Robotics Factory opens applications for Scale Residency Program

Robotics Business Review

ESTAT Actuation, KEF Robotics, Thiopoly, Thorne Baby, and Piximo made up the first resident cohort. | Source: Robotics Factory Pittsburgh-area robotics startups can now find more support through the Robotics Factory. The organization yesterday opened applications for its Scale Residency Program, which is intended to foster a culture of growth and collaboration for companies at various stages of development.

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Tech Tips: Considering Payload and Inertia in 6-Axis Robot EoAT Design

Control.com

In the field of robotics, designing proper end-of-arm tooling (EoAT) is a crucial step. This article includes critical material and inertia factors to consider when designing EoAT for 6-axis robots.

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If You Build It, They Will Come – Opening Day Musings From a Baseball Fan

NIST

Baseball’s Opening Day brings with it both nostalgia and excitement. You don’t have to be a die-hard fan to appreciate the dedicated folks who leave work early, grab a cold beer and a hot dog, and feel the buzz of excitement as the players take the field for the first game of the season. Everyone is brimming with hope for what the season might hold.

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How Audits, Skills, Standards and Cybersecurity Build Solutions

Automation World

Essential skills required for wireless, mobility, and edge computing technology implementation include knowledge of wireless technologies, cybersecurity protocols, compliance standards, system integration, project management and vendor-specific training.

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Negative leap second could be delayed as climate change slows the Earth’s rotation

E&T

The way we measure time may need to change because of climate change, which is slowing the Earth’s rotation.

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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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The Changing Face of Warehouse Automation

Automation World

Why robots have become a key facet of a flexible automation approach that helps manufacturers reposition their workflows and adapt to disruptions such as supply chain problems and labor shortages.

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Purchase to Pay Solutions: A Best Practice Guide

Seeburger

From placing an order to making and taking payment, a purchase to pay solution lets you digitalize and automate the entire process. This saves time and money, reduces errors and increases overall productivity. However, what are typical stages when selecting a purchase to pay solution and what criteria do you need to consider?

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Separate fact from fiction about AI in the warehouse at the Robotics Summit

Robotics Business Review

3PL expert Sean Pineau will share his insights into automation and AI in the warehouse. Source: Locus Robotics Artificial intelligence promises to revolutionize robotics and industries including supply chain and logistics. For all of the hype around generative AI, robotics developers, integrators, and warehouse operators need to separate the facts from fiction.

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Advanced Robotics partners with Meltio to boost growth of additive manufacturing in Italy

Robotics Automation News

Advanced Robotics, and Meltio, a disruptive laser metal deposition technology manufacturer, have agreed a partnership within which Advanced Robotics is going to play a key role in the distribution and support of the Meltio metal 3D printing solutions in the Italian market, as an official sales partner.

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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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Go-Ahead Group to reach 1,100 zero emission bus milestone

SMMT

Go-Ahead Group will introduce an additional 201 zero emission buses by March 2026 in a bid to take its green fleet count to more than 1100. The total investment, comprising both buses and infrastructure amounts to £112 million, with Go-Ahead’s investment totalling £62 million as it looks to achieve a fully decarbonised bus fleet by 2035. The Zero Emission Bus Regional Area (ZEBRA) fund, meanwhile, has contributed some £44 million with an additional £6 million from local authorities.

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Boston University celebrates grand opening of its Robotics & Autonomous Systems Teaching & Innovation Center

Robotics Automation News

An autonomous robot cut the ceremonial ribbon at the grand opening of Boston University’s $8.8 million Robotics & Autonomous Systems Teaching & Innovation Center (RASTIC).

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Software simulates shot blasting machines and processes

The Fabricator

Rösler has developed simulation software for use during the planning phase for new shot blast equipment.

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Locus Robotics and Geodis to introduce ‘next-generation’ warehouse robotic automation to Mexico

Robotics Automation News

Locus Robotics, a provider of autonomous mobile robots for fulfillment warehouses, has completed a new implementation with Geodis, a global logistics provider, to bring “high performance, next-generation robotics automation” to Mexico to fulfill e-commerce and retail orders for a major global apparel brand.

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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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Chemours Files Twice-Delayed Annual Report

Plastics Today

Filing was postponed while Chemours dealt with senior execs’ financial manipulations.

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The Advantages of Outsourcing to Romania and Eastern European Countries

Robotics Automation News

Amidst the ever-changing business environment, outsourcing has become a vital strategy for companies aiming to streamline operations, access specialized skills, and enhance competitiveness. This strategic approach knows no bounds, as businesses increasingly leverage outsourcing to secure cost-effective solutions and tap into specialized expertise beyond their usual operational scope.

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Nova Bus announces new President

Canadian Manufacturing

Paul Le Houillier (CNW Group/Nova Bus) SAINT-EUSTACHE — Nova Bus, a member of the Volvo Group and a transit bus manufacturer, announces the appointment of Paul Le Houillier as its new President, effective June 1st, 2024. With extensive business and leadership experience within the Volvo Group, Mr. Le Houillier will bring solid know-how and strategic vision to Nova Bus.

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Where to Grab Top WordPress Templates and Not Go Bankrupt

Robotics Automation News

Okay, so you’ve decided to build a WordPress site – nice choice! This CMS is super versatile and gives you a ton of creative freedom. But let’s be real, starting from scratch with just the basic WP templates often has the effect of showing up to a party in a PJ.

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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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El diseño permite el corte por plasma y por llama dentro de la misma antorcha

The Fabricator

Los modelos Twister TFP y TFPL Serie 3 y Serie 6 de Komatsu cuentan con tecnología de cartucho único, una configuración de consumible de una sola pieza, que se dice que mejora la vida útil de la perforación hasta en un 60%.

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Kollmorgen launches ‘combination’ of AGVs and AMRs

Robotics Automation News

Kollmorgen has introduced the “NDC Flex”, which it describes as a “combination” of an autonomous mobile robot and an automated guided vehicle. Kollmorgen says the NDC Flex “combines the finest features from Kollmorgen’s portfolio; the efficiency of AGV systems with the adaptability of AMR features”.

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Amazon ramps up investment in ChatGPT rival; White House announces AI guardrails

E&T

Amazon has announced an additional $2.75bn investment in AI start-up Anthropic as it looks to gain a foothold in the rapidly expanding industry.

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Xponential event expects ‘elevated global presence in autonomous and robotics industry’

Robotics Automation News

Xponential – or XPONENTIAL, as the organizers prefer it – the technology event for autonomy, is poised to further solidify its standing as the premier global gathering of industry leaders from April 22-25, 2024 in San Diego.

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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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Export function helps optimize sheet metal part cost calculations

The Fabricator

Optimate has expanded its cost calculation feature with a new export function.

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Massachusetts grants over $3 million to boost manufacturing statewide

Robotics Automation News

The Healey-Driscoll Administration has announced 17 new grantees from the Massachusetts Manufacturing Accelerate Program (MMAP). A total of $3,144,982 was awarded to the manufacturers, empowering them to purchase new capital equipment to enhance production, meet customer demand, increase workforce skills for employees, and boost job creation.

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Band saws increase distributor’s cutting capacity on hard-to-cut metals

The Fabricator

Metal distributor Langley Alloys acquired new Kasto band saws with improved CNC that allows the employees to set up various sawing jobs faster.

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RIOS Intelligent Machines completes $13 million Series B funding round

Robotics Automation News

RIOS Intelligent Machines, a provider of AI-powered robotics for the manufacturing industry, has successfully completed a $13 million Series B funding round. This significant milestone was co-led by Yamaha Motor Corporation and IAG Capital Partners, marking a continued and strengthened partnership in advancing manufacturing and automation technologies.

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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?