Design World
MAY 6, 2024
ABB Robotics is continuing the expansion of its modular large robot portfolio with the introduction of the new IRB 7710 and IRB 7720. The new robots, combined with recently launched IRB 5710-IRB 5720 and IRB 6710-IRB 6740, offer a combined total of 46 different variants capable of handling payloads between 70 kg to 620 kg… The post ABB expands modular large robot portfolio appeared first on Design World.
Automation World
MAY 6, 2024
Using the W3C Thing Description standard will ease the exchange of digital twin models and related data.
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Design World
MAY 6, 2024
Join thousands of fastener professionals in Las Vegas this September for the most comprehensive B2B trade show that draws together the entire Fastener industry from around the world. Early bird pricing ends May 19th! Registration The post Registration for the 2024 International Fastener Expo is no open appeared first on Design World.
Automation World
MAY 6, 2024
Automation engineers stand to benefit from CSIA’s new initiatives, as they gain access to curated content and training programs designed to enhance their skills and address the dynamic landscape of automation and control systems integration.
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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).
Gary Mintchell
MAY 6, 2024
I wrote a couple of times when some press releases noted support for a new PICMG InterEdge interface for open process automation applications. They’ve announced a formal agreement with OPAF to provide an “official” OPAF edge controller connectivity. Highlights: Partnership seeks to reduce technology integration, maintenance, and upgrade costs in the process automation industry.
Automation World
MAY 6, 2024
The BMW Group is using Airskin’s technology to allow industrial robots to work without fences in automotive seat measurement operations.
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Automation World
MAY 6, 2024
Comau is applying its field-proven experience and process expertise to meet the rising demand for automation in diversified industries such as warehousing and logistics, food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, renewable energy and other sectors.
Robotics Business Review
MAY 6, 2024
From left: Jim Shaw, president of Zion Solutions Group; Steve Crowe, editor at The Robot Report; and Jonathan Hurst, chief robotics officer at Agility Robotics, with RBR50 winner Digit. Source: Agility Robotics To spread industrial settings, humanoid robots must prove their utility and integrate with enterprise systems. Agility Robotics Inc. today announced that it has partnered with Zion Solutions Group, which it claimed will be the first systems integrator to offer a humanoid robot to the supp
Plastics Today
MAY 6, 2024
Moldmaker Cavalier Tool and Manufacturing reveals the inner life of molds with a unique virtual reality experience at NPE.
Robotics Business Review
MAY 6, 2024
A screenshot of the SwRI Workbench for Offline Robotics Development (SWORD) toolkit. Ease of use continues to be an ongoing challenge for robotics developers and users. And the Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) is looking to do its part with a new toolkit that aims to simplify programming robots. The SwRI Workbench for Offline Robotics Development (SWORD) embeds computer-aided design (CAD) into robotics motion planning, modeling and execution.
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?
The Fabricator
MAY 6, 2024
When water heater maker A.O. Smith wanted to upgrade to robotic welding, it analyzed its entire production line to make full use of the latest automation.
Robotics Business Review
MAY 6, 2024
Intrinsic, a software and AI robotics company that spun out of Alphabet, now integrates with NVIDIA AI and Isaac platform technologies in hopes of advancing the state of autonomous robotic manipulation. Under the collaboration, NVIDIA and Intrinsic plan to bring state-of-the-art dexterity and modular AI capabilities for robotic arms, with a robust collection of foundation models and GPU-accelerated libraries to accelerate a greater number of new robotics tasks.
Cisco Manufacturing
MAY 6, 2024
Energizing A Sustainable Industry: Hannover Messe 2024 This year’s Hannover Messe was nothing short of spectacular!
Robotics Business Review
MAY 6, 2024
HEBI’s H-Series Actuators are sealed to IP65. | Source: HEBI Robotics HEBI Robotics last week during the Robotics Summit & Expo expanded its offerings with its new H-Series platform of smart robotic actuators. The company says this new series of actuators provides higher versatility, precision, and torque, and can be used to create custom robots for challenging environments.
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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?
MRPEasy
MAY 6, 2024
Order picking is a fundamental process in warehouse management, essential for ensuring timely and accurate customer order fulfillment. In this post, we explore various manual and automated picking methods to enhance efficiency and reduce costs, each tailored to different warehouse sizes and operational needs. What is order picking? Order picking is a warehouse management term […] The post Types of Order Picking – A Quick Guide to Greater Efficiency appeared first on Blog for Manufacturers
Robotics Business Review
MAY 6, 2024
ASTM International’s exoskeletons and exosuits committee (F48) is developing a proposed standard to provide guidance for maintaining exoskeletons. According to ASTM member Matthew Dickinson, the proposed standard (WK89778) will be focused on assisting users of exoskeletons. ASTM said the proposed standard will provide a systematic approach to testing that will help ascertain the seamless functionality of exoskeletons , guaranteeing alignment with design expectations.
Control.com
MAY 6, 2024
Universal Robots is the first cobot manufacturer to adopt the Siemens SRCI system to provide seamless cobot-to-PLC integration.
Industry Week
MAY 6, 2024
Some digital tools can put loads of stress on workers, such as when they relentlessly register every small deviation from a standard.
Control.com
MAY 6, 2024
Emerson has announced a new safety shutoff valve that features an action change response time of less than one second to help facilitate safe fuel oil combustion processes.
Plastics Today
MAY 6, 2024
Low linear coefficient expansion polypropylene grade is a key enabler in the lightweighting effort.
Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 6, 2024
Image: Sphere Drones Sphere Drones has announced its flight operations team has been granted a Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) area approval for its site near Wagga Wagga by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority. The BVLOS approval perfectly positions Sphere Drones to help accelerate commercial drone adoption by businesses across Australia. The commercial adoption is due to skyrocket to 60 million flights each year by 2043.
Plastics Today
MAY 6, 2024
A new twist in packaging pairs a source-reduced, thin-wall cup with a PET film applied via in-mold labeling. The result is complete and seamless recyclability.
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Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 6, 2024
Image: malp/stock.adobe.com Member of CIMIC Group, UGL, has been awarded a contract by client Neoen to construct and install the 341 MW / 1363 MWh Collie Battery Stage 2, in Western Australia. The Stage 2 Collie Battery builds on the 219 MW / 877 MWh Stage 1 which is currently being installed by UGL and on track to commence operations in the fourth quarter of 2024.
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
MAY 6, 2024
The latest AI-based enhancements for Panoptica will help customers build a complete Cloud Native Application Protection Platform solution.
Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 6, 2024
PCW’s success stems from their skilled team, emphasising apprenticeship development and strategic partnerships like Capral / Image: PCW Commercial Windows From humble beginnings in a small factory based at Erina, New South Wales , to prominence in the commercial building sector, PCW Commercial Windows’ (PCW) story is intertwined with a commitment to quality and its pivotal partnership with Capral Aluminium.
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
MAY 6, 2024
By now, I hope you have had a chance to learn about the first-of-its-kind, groundbreaking solution we recently announced : Cisco Hypershield.
Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions
Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.
Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 6, 2024
Professor Milan Brandt, Dr Declan Brazil and Professor Peter Lee signing the three-way partnership. Image: RMIT University Australian medical device company Signature Orthopaedics is partnering with leading Medtech researchers at the University of Melbourne and RMIT University. The three-way partnership connects research excellence in the fields of biomedical engineering, health, medicine, technology development and design with one of Australia’s most innovative Medtech enterprises.
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
MAY 6, 2024
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Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 6, 2024
Image: Gorodenkoff/adobe.stock.com Minister for Jobs and Industry Natalie Hutchins has announced investment aimed at IDT Australia to build a new facility which will create 25 highly skilled manufacturing jobs. The Allan Government is making sure more live-saving cancer treatments are made in Victoria , with the expansion of this national pharmaceutical manufacturer creating more local jobs.
Robotics Automation News
MAY 6, 2024
Data migration is one of the modern world’s best practices regarding data preservation and manipulation. Businesses will usually perform such actions to move their valuables to different environments, get more protection, or simply create better solutions for the future. It’s a handy solution for merging and scalable businesses as it provides convenience.
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