Design World
JULY 23, 2024
Design and software firm ECM has tapped executive Dan Lisowsky to head a new unit dedicated to serving leading manufacturers in the development of PCB Stator electric motors. Lisowsky will direct ECM’s Industrial OEM Products Division, which will offer engineering, software design, and client services to large electric motor equipment manufacturers.
The Guardian Manufacturing
JULY 23, 2024
Billionaire says Optimus will start performing tasks for carmaker in 2025 and could be ready for sale in 2026 Business live – latest updates The Tesla chief executive, Elon Musk, has claimed the company will produce “genuinely useful” humanoid robots to start working in its factories next year. The world’s richest person, who has a penchant for making overambitious claims on social media, posted on his platform X, formerly Twitter, that he also hoped to expand into “high production” mode to make
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Design World
JULY 23, 2024
In coordination with digital manufacturing leader Protolabs, engineers at NASA recently showcased the power of their AI-driven design tool at the PowerSource Global Summit, an annual conference bringing together technology leaders across disciplines. On the first day of the conference, NASA engineers challenged attendees to provide inputs for generative design to create a prototype apparatus… The post Protolabs serves as quick-turn collaborator in NASA Generative Design Project appeared fi
Robotics Business Review
JULY 23, 2024
A Waymo robotaxi driving on a highway in Phoenix. | Credit: Waymo Alphabet CFO Ruth Porat said the company is committing to a multi-year investment of up to $5 billion to Waymo during its Q224 earnings call Tuesday. Despite facing struggles last year, GM also invested $850 million more into its self-driving unit, Cruise, last month. “With regard to other bets, we continue to focus on improving overall efficiencies as we invest for long-term returns.
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
Design World
JULY 23, 2024
The thermistor is a widely used temperature sensor and an attractive alternative to thermocouples and RTDs — but only in some applications. Temperature is the most commonly assessed and measured physical parameter if you add all the consumer, industrial, commercial, medical, food-related, product tests and measurements and other places where it needs to be sensed. […] The post FAQ on thermistors for temperature sensing appeared first on Design World.
Robotics Business Review
JULY 23, 2024
Intuitive plans updates to the da Vinci 5 — including capabilities for surgeons using the console (pictured) — before fully launching the next generation of the surgical robot. | Source: Intuitive Surgical Intuitive Surgical Inc. said it can’t make enough of its new da Vinci 5 robotic surgical system to meet customer demand. But that’s part of the Synnyvale, Calif.
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E&T
JULY 23, 2024
A rule to supplant 2% of jet fuel demand with sustainable aviation fuel will be in place from 1 January 2025.
Design World
JULY 23, 2024
Measure angles or move to a precise angular position with a new series of high precision, low cost XYHG multi-axis stages that can be easily integrated into new and existing applications from OES (Optimal Engineering Systems). These XYHG (linear X-axis, linear Y-axis, plus horizontal goniometer) Linear Motion plus Goniometer Stages are available in stroke lengths […] The post Stages feature 0.05-degree angle accuracy appeared first on Design World.
The Fabricator
JULY 23, 2024
Small businesses must closely monitor all the basics, especially during periods of growth, when the cost of bad decisions can really add up.
Design World
JULY 23, 2024
ABB has launched its new OmniVance Collaborative Machine Tending Cell, providing a complete integrated solution for automated machine tending that is easy to program, install, and use. The standardized solution combines a collaborative GoFa 12 robot and user-friendly software in a compact solution for fast installation and easy operation. “Our new package makes it easier… The post ABB’s new machine tending cell simplifies automation to offset labor shortages appeared first on Design
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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.
Manufacturing Management
JULY 23, 2024
Sheffield Forgemasters has unveiled plans for a new landmark machining facility on brownfield land close to Meadowhall.
Design World
JULY 23, 2024
SMW Autoblok introduced the new Plus5 V5 Zero Point Vise system that locks and unlocks pins with 180o rotation. Omnidirectional clamping ensures uniformity while performing precision and all-directional clamping. This zero-point vise interfaces with all industry-standard products using 52-mm or 96-mm pin spacing. The V5 Vise system provides self-centering operation for five-axis machines.
Plastics Today
JULY 23, 2024
Cash infusion from Munich-based investment group comes with a price.
Canadian Manufacturing
JULY 23, 2024
NovEye Autonomy (Gen 2) tries to improve welds with zero operator intervention (GlobeNewswire) VANCOUVER — Novarc Technologies Inc., a full-stack robotics company specializing in the design and manufacturing of cobots and computer vision AI for automated welding applications, announced that the company has launched NovEye Autonomy (Gen 2), a real-time vision processing system that tries to improve weld quality based on data collection and model enhancement to fully automate the pipe weldin
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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.
Manufacturer's Monthly
JULY 23, 2024
Image: Austal Australia Austal Limited have taken to linked-in to announce they have entered a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Civmec Limited to form a Joint Venture (JV) to submit a proposal to the Commonwealth of Australia to support the LAND8710 Phase 2, Landing Craft Heavy (LC-H) project. The LAND8710 Phase 2 (LC-H) is a proposal that has the potential to deliver enhanced transport and littoral manoeuvre capability to the Australian Army and thus enable greater reach over the Indo-pac
The Fabricator
JULY 23, 2024
This summer, teenage residents at Jordan Downs, one of L.A.’s largest public housing communities, are earning a paycheck while learning hands-on skills like welding and carpentry, launching them on pathways to careers in industries facing strong demand and a critical lack of qualified workers.
Manufacturer's Monthly
JULY 23, 2024
Image: iLAuNCH/stock.adobe.com The University of South Australia (UniSA) has opened a brand-new Advanced Manufacturing facility and revealed an $18 million investment in four space research projects under the iLAuNCH Trailblazer. The deputy premier of South Australia, the Honourable Susan Close MP, officially opened the Advanced Manufacturing Metal 3D printing facility, located at Stärke-AMG group’s VPG Innovation, in Adelaide’s Camden Park.
The Fabricator
JULY 23, 2024
Justin Copp credits his predecessors with the wisdom that continues to drive the company forward.
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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.
Manufacturer's Monthly
JULY 23, 2024
Image: Coates Kurt Edwards, Coates Power & HVAC Manager, explains how hybrid power solutions can help construction and civil infrastructure companies make their operations greener – without making their budgets redder. Traditionally, construction and industrial applications have relied on diesel- and petrol-powered generators on sites where access to power is limited or non-existent.
The Fabricator
JULY 23, 2024
Justin Copp credits his predecessors with the wisdom that continues to drive the company forward.
Modern Machine Shop
JULY 23, 2024
Source: Royal Master Grinders Inc. Royal Master Grinders introduces a custom automatic bar feeding system for the TG-12×8 Thrufeed Centerless Grinder. The system can load bars from 0.125" to 3" in diameter and up to 12' long. The rack can be loaded with up to 2,000 lbs. of unground bars. The machine can then separate each bar, load it into the machine, grind it and then unload and eject it from the rollers.
Metrology
JULY 23, 2024
Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division has introduced the fully automated PRESTO XL inspection cell, tailored to inspecting large aerospace components, the latest addition to its modular series of turn-key systems that can be deployed into manufacturing lines globally in 16 weeks. The post Automated Quality Inspection System Ramps Up Aerospace Production appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.
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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).
Manufacturer's Monthly
JULY 23, 2024
Image: Rittal Australia’s manufacturing industry is at the forefront of a significant transformation, driven by the global shift towards renewable energy. Photovoltaic (PV) systems, alongside wind power, are pivotal to this transition. Ensuring the efficiency, durability, and safety of these systems in harsh Australian environments requires innovative solutions, with compact enclosures playing a crucial role.
Seeburger
JULY 23, 2024
From the Internet of Things to online banking to AI-powered chatbots, information technology has become an integral part of our society. However, the specialists who make these technologies work are in short supply and high demand.
Manufacturer's Monthly
JULY 23, 2024
Image: CStock/stock.adobe.com From 24 to 26 July, Perth will be home to the Indian Ocean Defence and Security (IODS) Conference and Exhibition, attended by some of the highest-ranking naval figures in the world along with close to 3,000 attendees. This includes the Chiefs of Navy from the United States of America and Australia, as well as the United Kingdom’s First Sea Lord.
Modern Machine Shop
JULY 23, 2024
At the heart of the milling spindle of a CNC machine tool is a vital yet simple component with an outsized effect on the lead time and environmental impact of the spindle’s production. The drawbar is, as its name suggests, essentially a steel bar, albeit with connection features at either end. Machining steps for producing a drawbar are straightforward, but plating the bar’s surface for wear resistance adds an operation far removed from the machining work.
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
JULY 23, 2024
This month’s Tech Talk gives a preview of Next-Gen Metal Fab, FMA’s newest podcast, with episodes featuring conversations between Senior Editor Tim Heston and Caleb Chamberlain, founder of Utah-based custom fabricator OSH Cut.
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
JULY 23, 2024
Container 42, the smartest shipping container in the world, is a key example of how revolutionary #SmartTechnology is for the future! But what role does #Data, #AI, and #Cybersecurity play in this new digital landscape? Read this blog from our Cisco tech expert speaking at our upcoming event on August 1.
Motion Control Tips
JULY 23, 2024
Danfoss Power Solutions has launched its ePanda eDrive for low-voltage applications. Designed as a propel solution for mobile elevating work platforms, the ePanda eDrive is an integrated compact power system comprising an electric motor, microcontroller unit, and reduction gearbox that maximizes efficiency, reliability, and safety. The eDrive joins the ePowerpack in Danfoss’ ePanda series of […] The post New drive from Danfoss delivers high efficiency to low-voltage applications appeared f
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
JULY 23, 2024
Container 42, the smartest shipping container in the world, is a key example of how revolutionary #SmartTechnology is for the future! But what role does #Data, #AI, and #Cybersecurity play in this new digital landscape? Read this blog from our Cisco tech expert speaking at our upcoming event on August 1.
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