Robotics Business Review

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

The Southland Development Authority is reinvigorating manufacturing in Chicago’s suburbs through programs such as the Metals HUB. Credit: Adobe Stock For decades, the Chicagoland area has played a pivotal role in American manufacturing capability. Unfortunately, the once-strong bastion of manufacturing and fabrication has lost much of its fervor following years of economic stagnation, outmigration, and a declining tax base.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Image: Ryan/stock.adobe.com The evolution of Australia’s defence expenditure from 1949 to 2023 reveals a story of growth, with recent years showing increases. This article includes interactive graphs to help you explore the data in more detail. Australia’s journey toward becoming a military power began in the post-war era. In 1949, just a few years after World War II, Australia’s defence expenditure stood at around AUD $114 million.

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Mold Making Technology

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Source | United Grinding United Grinding North America, a subsidiary of Swiss-based United Grinding Group, has been recognized as an Apprenticeship Ambassador by the U.S. Department of Labor. Apprenticeship Ambassadors are helping to modernize Registered Apprenticeships by committing to sponsor promotional and training activities, conducting outreach to people from underrepresented populations, launching Registered Apprenticeship Programs and hiring apprentices.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Image: moodboard/stock.adobe.com Supply Queensland, a groundbreaking online platform developed by Manufacturing Skills Queensland (MSQ) and powered by BenchOn, is set to revolutionise Queensland’s manufacturing industry. This innovative supply chain and skills mapping portal connects local manufacturers with major projects, contractors, buyers, and fellow manufacturers, offering numerous benefits.

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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).

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Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

For manufacturing operations to thrive, management must determine how to increase profit and decrease costs in ways that match their shop’s mix of work and equipment. Improving throughput is a relatively universal way to improve profitability, though shops must ensure they still adhere to safety and quality standards. In grinding, this means not only examining the factors behind cycle times and material removal rate (MRR), but those controlling the stability of the operation.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Image: Department of Defence The Federal Government has down-selected two shipbuilders, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems, to progress designs for Australia’s general purpose frigates. The first three general purpose frigates will be built offshore and, successful and timely consolidation of the Henderson precinct will enable the remainder of the build to be constructed locally at Henderson.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Image: ICN With supply chain delays, inflation, labour shortages, and market uncertainty driving up costs, businesses across Australia face tough challenges. Living costs reached a record high in early to mid-2024, outpacing inflation, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). But amid the challenges, opportunities exist—if you know where to look and how to ensure potential clients find you and recognize what your business can deliver.

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NOVEMBER 24, 2024

November 13, 2024 By: Michael Sharp This blog is the first in a four-part series on the beginner’s guide to Industrial Artificial Intelligence applications. Welcome knowledge seeker! Do you feel dazzled and awed by the great potential of Artificial Intelligence aka AI? Perhaps hesitant or lost when words like ‘convolution,’ ‘deep learning,’ or ‘autoencoder’ are thrown [.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Don Pulver, managing director and development engineer at Eniquest, standing next to the Ranger 8000. diesel generator. Image: Power Equipment Power Equipment partners with Australian manufacturer Eniquest to distribute durable diesel generators, boosting power solutions across industries. Power Equipment, a distributor of power solutions in the industrial and marine sectors, has announced an exclusive distributor agreement with Australian generator manufacturer Eniquest.

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Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Source: Sandvik Coromant Sandvik Coromant ’s QS Micro quick-change toolholding system is designed specifically for sliding head machines. It can provide enhanced precision, security, repeatability and maximized machine utilization. The QS Micro toolholding system is designed for small-part machining and sliding head machines. It can cover the majority of industry segments, such as general engineering, automotive, aerospace and medical.

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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?

Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Image: Janwar/stock.adobe.com Tasmanian maritime simulations manufacturer, Pivot Maritime International, is set to supply portable simulator technology to the US Navy. Premier and minister for Trade and Major Investment, Jeremy Rockliff, congratulated Pivot on the contract worth an initial USD $1.75 million following its participation in a trade and investment mission.

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Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Kenton County Judge Executive Kris Knochelmann presents Dan Janka, president of Mazak Corp., with the proclamation that declares October 31 as Mazak Corp.’s 50 th Anniversary Celebration Day. Source: Mazak Corp. The Kenton County Fiscal Court of Kentucky recently declared October 31, 2024, as Mazak Corp. ’s 50 th Anniversary Celebration Day in recognition of the advanced machine tool manufacturer’s half century of influence and innovation in Northern Kentucky.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Image: pressmaster/stock.adobe.com The Western Australian Government’s investment in TAFEs has seen Central Regional TAFE achieve higher enrolments in Kalgoorlie on the back of opening the new heavy trades and engineering workshops. Visiting Central Regional TAFE’s Kalgoorlie campus today, Training and Workforce Development minister Simone McGurk said the new facilities opened in March will lead directly to highly skilled workers for the Goldfields region.

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Control.com

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

The new Automation Studio Code and Copilot environment make building code easier and more efficient via generative AI and cloud-based collaboration.

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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?

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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Landing Ship Transport 100 (LST100) concept. Image: Damen Shipyards Group / Department of Defence The Federal Government has selected a design by Damen Shipyards Group as the preferred option for the Australian Defence Force’s Landing Craft Heavy under a program that will bolster national defence by establishing a new littoral fleet. This announcement is a major step in the establishment of a littoral fleet which is expected to create 1,100 direct jobs and more than 2,000 indirect jobs under the

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Robotics Automation News

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Choosing the right vehicle for worksite tasks is crucial for maximizing efficiency and minimizing environmental impact. Electric All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) and Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTVs) are popular choices, each offering distinct advantages depending on the nature of the work.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Image: Gorodenkoff/stock.adoe.com The Western Australian Government is investing $15 million towards the construction of a state-of-the-art medical research and innovation hub in Perth. Medical Research minister Stephen Dawson said this new initiative marks a milestone in the State Government’s plan to foster advancements in medical innovation.

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Min-Hui

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Why does the vertical injection molding machine mold not open when it can’t be opened? First of all, it is certain that this equipment has been used for a long time (but the pressure and flow are basically no problem), and the connecting rods, steel sleeves, copper sleeves, pins and other parts of the opening […] The post Why Can’t The Vertical Injection Molding Machine Mold Be Opened?

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NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Britain’s manufacturers are set to step up their level of investment in AI in the next twelve months, according to a Make UK report published today in collaboration with Autodesk.

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Mold Making Technology

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

MPC Advanced Machining employs a team of approximately 20 highly skilled professionals, including moldmakers, engineers, designers, machinists and apprentices. Source (All images) | Molded Precision Components and MPC Advanced Machining Who is MPC Advanced Machining? Darryl Gratrix, Tooling Manager, Molded Precision Components : MPC Advanced Machining is a division of Molded Precision Components (MPC) that specializes in high-precision mold building and CNC machining services.

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Robotics Business Review

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Robotic companions are spreading in healthcare settings, according to Research Nester. Credit: Adobe Stock Back in 1985, a robot named PUMA 560 conducted a stereotactic brain biopsy with 0.05 mm accuracy. This began the introduction of robots in the healthcare system for performing various functions. The demand for healthcare robots mushroomed since the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Robotics Automation News

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Stanford University’s robotics researchers, once dispersed in labs across campus, now have a unified, state-of-the-art space for groundbreaking research, education, and collaboration. The basement beneath the Packard Electrical Engineering Building, once a hallway with researchers working behind closed doors, is now a bustling hub for collaboration.

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Unlock the full potential of CNC machining with our comprehensive design guide. Learn how to optimize your designs for precision, efficiency, and cost savings. Gain key insights on part complexity, tolerances, materials, finishes, and much more. Whether you’re developing prototypes or production parts, our guide offers practical tips to streamline your process and ensure high-quality results.

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Robotics Automation News

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Security is a paramount concern for businesses and residential properties alike. Access control systems provide a reliable solution for securing premises and managing the flow of people. Understanding the intricacies of these systems is crucial for anyone looking to enhance their security infrastructure.

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