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New QLD grant programs for quantum and advanced technologies

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Mel Campbell/stock.adobe.com The Queensland Government has unveiled five quantum and advanced technology competitive grant programs that total to more than $50 million in funding. The grant programs are set to enhance quantum technology applications, attract investment and collaboration, develop a skilled workforce, aid decarbonisation, and promote quantum-based innovations in sportstech.

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Owner of Port Talbot steelworks offers fresh talks as last furnace faces closure

The Guardian Manufacturing

Sources say Tata offer is predicated on unions at south Wales site agreeing to suspend future industrial action The owner of the Port Talbot steelworks has written to trade unions offering fresh talks amid a battle to delay plans that would see 2,800 jobs lost and production suspended at a site that has been in operation since 1951. The Guardian understands that a letter sent on Sunday afternoon by Rajesh Nair, the UK boss of Tata Steel, has offered a new round of discussions about future invest

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Igus launches new compact, low-cost energy

Manufacturer's Monthly

The draw-e-chain offers a flat, simple and cost-effective design for cable routing in pull-outs and drawers of all kinds, for example in server racks. Image: igus GmbH By downsizing, the draw e-chain saves 30 per cent of costs in applications with a low degree of movement. For cable guidance in drawers and pull-outs of all kinds, igus is launching the draw e-chain.

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Frost & Sullivan Partners with Consulus to Identify Growth Opportunities and Address Gaps in Singapore’s Family Office Philanthropy

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

S ingapore [June 21, 2024]: Frost & Sullivan is proud to announce its recent collaboration with Consulus, an innovation consultancy with multidisciplinary business and design capabilities, to initiate studies and identify change strategies for family conglomerates and family offices. Over the years, Singapore has become an attractive hub for family offices.

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Provide Real Value in your Applications with Data and Analytics

The complexity of financial data, the need for real-time insight, and the demand for user-friendly visualizations can seem daunting when it comes to analytics - but there is an easier way. With Logi Symphony, we aim to turn these challenges into opportunities. Our platform empowers you to seamlessly integrate advanced data analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting into your applications, transforming raw data into actionable insights.

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New sustainment contract for Navy’s Air Warfare Destroyers

Manufacturer's Monthly

The HMAS Hobart Image: David A Litman/stock.adobe.com Sustainment of the Royal Australian Navy’s fleet of Air Warfare Destroyers (DDGs) will today shift to an integrated model as BAE Systems Australia commences its role as the first Capability Life Cycle Manager (CLCM) for the Commonwealth Government. The six-year, $155 million CLCM contract establishes a new Destroyer Enterprise responsible for delivering a best practice approach for the sustainment of the three DDGs.

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Mastercam Appoints New Chief Revenue Officer

Modern Machine Shop

Source: Mastercam Mastercam announces the appointment of Nicolas Le Moigne to the position of chief revenue officer. Le Moigne, who previously served as vice president of sales at Mastercam, will now lead sales, marketing, customer success and commercial strategy teams to drive revenue growth and expand Mastercam’s market presence. Le Moigne brings 24 years of experience in the CAD/CAM industry, spanning technical roles, sales and management.

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EDM Graphite Line for High-End EDM Machining

Mold Making Technology

Source | Mersen USA Mersen USA offers its complete family of EDM graphite, including its ultra-fine DS4 graphite. The company says DS4 is a proven EDM graphite that can be trusted for tough jobs. DS4 delivers a good surface finish and wear resistance, is easy to machine into intricate detail and is strong. Mersen's DS4 offers precision and consistency for high-end EDM machining.

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New cyber security investment for Queensland small businesses

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: tippapatt/stock.adobe.com The State Government will invest $15 million towards providing a free cyber security solution for small and medium businesses. As part of the new Queensland Small Business Strategy 2024-27, a tender for a provider to deliver a fit-for-purpose solution to support small businesses has been released by the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training.

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FANUC Presents Cobot for Painting Automation

Modern Machine Shop

Source: FANUC America FANUC America highlights the CRX-10iA/L Paint collaborative robot (cobot). As an explosion-proof collaborative paint robot, the CRX-10iA/L Paint cobot is designed to be used by companies in the painting, powder and/or gel coating with fiberglass reinforcement industries. The cobot is suited for all types of paint operations including high-mix, low-volume applications.

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Your Central Hub for Moldmaking Solutions

Mold Making Technology

Source | MMT The economic landscape and activity in the moldmaking community are always changing, making it vital that mold builders persistently seek new and improved technologies and services while understanding the costs and potential benefits associated with each potential investment. This pursuit revolves around enhancing operations, boosting efficiency, aligning with mold complexity, minimizing lead times, strengthening training, uplifting shop morale and fundamentally staying competitive

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5 Ways CMMS Software Transformed Broderick's Manufacturing Plant: A Case Study

Discover how CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) transformed and revitalized Broderick's manufacturing plant in 5 productive ways. Before the CMMS, the plant faced challenges such as reactive maintenance due to staff shortages, inefficient inventory management, and poor team communication. With the CMMS, the plant experienced increased equipment uptime, streamlined maintenance processes, enhanced inventory management, improved communication, and better decision-making through real-

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Fixtureworks Clamping Knobs Provide Secure Spindle Locking

Modern Machine Shop

Source: Fixtureworks Fixtureworks ’ One-Touch Clamping Knobs enable secure locking of a spindle with one-touch action. These spindle-locking knobs are well suited for radial feeding applications (for example, rack and pinion, where the roller does not move) and thrust feeding applications such as leadscrews. The main feature of these knobs is that they enable secure locking and unlocking of spindles with one-touch operation and without the use of tools.

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Linear Height Gage Improves Mold Measurement Accuracy

Mold Making Technology

Source | Mitutoyo America Corp. Mitutoyo America Corp. ’s LH600F/FG linear high measurement system is the latest model in the Mitutoyo Linear Height Gage line with several added features, a high-accuracy scale unit and guiding mechanism manufactured in the company’s Japanese facilities. The company says its LH600F specifically makes quick and easy measurements of 1D and 2D features with a high-accuracy height gage, which is useful for moldmakers as it can be positioned up to heavy mo

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Norton | Saint-Gobain Abrasives Solutions Optimize Metal Removal Rates

Modern Machine Shop

Source: Norton | Saint-Gobain Abrasives Inc. Norton | Saint-Gobain Abrasives is highlighting a range of abrasive grinding products and technology. Its Norton RazorStar belts, quick-change and fiber discs feature engineered, shaped ceramic grain, a technology that is said to optimize performance and metal removal rates when performing off-hand applications and/or automated grinding.

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Mastercam Appoints New Vice President and Head of Human Resources

Dinesh Mishra

April 3, 2024 (Tolland, Conn.)— Mastercam, the leading global provider of CAM software, announces the promotion of Jason Chateauneuf to Vice President and Head of Human Resources, effective April 2, 2024. This addition to the Mastercam Executive Team reflects Mastercam’s unwavering commitment to a dynamic and strategic HR function that aligns with Mastercam’s strategic direction, drive for operational effectiveness, and innovation.

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Deliver Mission Critical Insights in Real Time with Data & Analytics

In the fast-moving manufacturing sector, delivering mission-critical data insights to empower your end users or customers can be a challenge. Traditional BI tools can be cumbersome and difficult to integrate - but it doesn't have to be this way. Logi Symphony offers a powerful and user-friendly solution, allowing you to seamlessly embed self-service analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting directly into your applications.

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Introducing Verisurf 2024

Metrology

Verisurf 2024 includes nearly one hundred new productivity workflows, enhancements, and additions. The software empowers users with a universal solution that supports all 3D metrology applications, complemented with expert technical support, training services, and application consulting for seamless integration, optimal process improvement, and better resource utilization.

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Dastur Energy recognized with the ‘Decarbonization Excellence Partner’ Award

Dinesh Mishra

Dastur Energy, a leading clean energy technology company, has been named winner of the “Decarbonization Excellence Partner” award by the Governing Council of The Global Refining & Petrochemicals Congress (GRPC 2024) & Organizers of the Downstream India Excellence Awards 2024. The Award recognizes Dastur Energy’s significant contributions towards enabling industrial scale clean energy transformation by offering deep expertise across the industrial decarbonization value chain

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METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – 1st July

Metrology

Summary of headline metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days. The post METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – 1st July appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Mastercam Appoints New Chief Revenue Officer to the Organization

Dinesh Mishra

Mastercam, the leading global provider of CAM software, is pleased to announce the appointment of Nicolas Le Moigne to the position of Chief Revenue Officer, effective June 4. Nicolas, who previously served as Vice President of Sales at Mastercam, will now lead sales, marketing, customer success, and commercial strategy teams to drive significant revenue growth and expand Mastercam’s market presence.

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The Key to Sustainable Energy Optimization: A Data-Driven Approach for Manufacturing

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. ♻️ Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene

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Defect Inspection of Indexable Inserts with Machine Vision and AI

Metrology

A flagship project by automation and measurement technology specialist Xactools from Germany demonstrates how artificial intelligence can help visual inspection make quantum leaps. The medium-sized company has developed a fully automated handling and inspection system for a global manufacturer of indexable inserts based in Scandinavia. The post Defect Inspection of Indexable Inserts with Machine Vision and AI appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Mastercam Appoints New President to the Organization

Dinesh Mishra

March 12, 2024 (Tolland, Conn.) – Mastercam, the leading global provider of CAM software, announces the appointment of Susan Brandt as its new President, effective February 12. This strategic move will leverage Brandt’s extensive experience to drive Mastercam’s growth and reinforce its market leadership in advanced manufacturing solutions. Brandt brings over 25 years of global business leadership and GTM strategy expertise within the B2B software/SaaS domain and infrastructure design and enginee

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EXModel Simplifies CAD Modeling from 3D Scanning to Manufacturing

Metrology

EXModel is equipped with a comprehensive set of tools that can easily transform 3D scanning meshes into professional-grade CAD solid models. The software aims to extract all necessary elements from meshes for immediate use in CAD software, bridging the gap between 3D scanning and design. The post EXModel Simplifies CAD Modeling from 3D Scanning to Manufacturing appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Australia becomes the first country to ban engineered stone

Manufacturer's Monthly

kalpis/stock.adobe.com Australia has officially banned the use of engineered stone due to the efforts of the Stop The Killer Stone campaign from the Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mi ning and Energy Union (CFMEU). This prohibition aims to protect workers from silicosis, a deadly and incurable disease caused by exposure to crystalline silica dust.

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Using Data & Analytics for Improving Healthcare Innovation and Outcomes

In the rapidly evolving healthcare industry, delivering data insights to end users or customers can be a significant challenge for product managers, product owners, and application team developers. The complexity of healthcare data, the need for real-time analytics, and the demand for user-friendly interfaces can often seem overwhelming. But with Logi Symphony, these challenges become opportunities.

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Production Monitoring Solution Enables Manufacturers To Reduce Machine Downtime

Metrology

Software provider, KEYPROD has announced new efficiency-enhancing features to its production monitoring solution, which enables manufacturers of all sizes and from any sector to reduce machine downtime. The post Production Monitoring Solution Enables Manufacturers To Reduce Machine Downtime appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Anybotics and Energy Robotics Unite To Scale Autonomous Robotic Inspection

Control.com

A recent partnership between Anybotics and Energy Robotics seeks to promote automated robotic inspection to support the energy industry. The two companies will integrate their respective technologies.

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Metrology 4.0 – Shaping the Future of Measurement

Metrology

The advent of Industry 4.0, characterized by smart factories and cyber-physical systems, has ushered in a new era for various industrial domains, including metrology. Metrology 4.0, an extension of this industrial revolution, represents the integration of advanced technologies including The Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence , and Big Data into measurement science.

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10 Essential Reads in Plastics

Plastics Today

PlasticsToday readers were riveted by bioplastics, Biden, and myth-busting fact checks in the first half of 2024.

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Modernizing MES: A Guide for Complex Manufacturers Adapting to Industry 4.0

As engineers push the boundaries of innovation with groundbreaking hardware products, their success depends largely on the speed and efficiency of production. The challenge? Manual processes and disparate systems lead to multiple versions of documents, incomplete records, and duplicated work, creating a chaotic system of records that is difficult to manage.

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Robotic Inspection Made Easy With CMM Programming

Metrology

Programmers of Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) greatly value the ability to move the CMM and measure parts using a single, unified software application. The convenience and efficiency gained from this seamless integration cannot be overstated. This all-in-one software solution streamlines the 3D measurement and inspection process, making it significantly easier to manage.

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Meet API’s New and Improved SwivelCheck!

Metrology

SwivelCheck utilizes a servo-driven motor in conjunction with an electronic level and precision rotary encoder to measure multiple parameters in a single set-up. Used in conjunction with the API XD Laser SwivelCheck can measure table wobble on horizontal rotary tables. The post Meet API’s New and Improved SwivelCheck! appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.