Automation World

JULY 24, 2024

The significance of modularity in automation and machine building.

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Industry Week

JULY 24, 2024

‘Leading-edge’ doesn’t have to mean massive costs for small- and medium-sized manufacturers.

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Design World

JULY 24, 2024

Conveyor and automation-systems manufacturer mk North America has appointed Damon Neal as the new Regional Sales Manager for the Southwest I territory. This region encompasses Texas, Arkansas, Kansas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Missouri. With more than 20 years of experience in industrial and factory automation, manufacturing process improvement, support, service, and project management, Damon Neal brings… The post Damon Neal joins mk North America appeared first on Design World.

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Robotics Business Review

JULY 24, 2024

RoboBusiness 2024, the leading event focused on developing commercial robots and produced by The Robot Report , takes place Oct. 16-17 in Santa Clara, Calif. RoboBusiness will feature more than 60 speakers, over 100 exhibitors and demos on the expo floor, 10+ hours of dedicated networking time, the Pitchfire Robotics Startup Competition , and more. Thousands of robotics experts from around the world will convene at the event.

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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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Design World

JULY 24, 2024

AutomationDirect has added the new SQ series table lifting systems from Ergoswiss. These lifting systems use electrically driven columns that allow the operator to reposition the height of a worktable, conveyor, etc., to meet their specific requirements. In doing so, the operator can perform their tasks in a more comfortable working posture, helping to reduce… The post Ergoswiss table lifting systems from AutomationDirect appeared first on Design World.

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Robotics Business Review

JULY 24, 2024

Tesollo Inc. offers grippers with two to five fingers for robotics applications. At CES 2024, the Incheon, South Korea-based company introduced the Delto Gripper 3-Finger, or DG-3F, a dexterous robotic manipulator. This month, it has made the gripper available for sale in North America. The new DG-3F is suitable for many assembly tasks, according to Tesollo, which was founded in 2018.

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Robotics Business Review

JULY 24, 2024

FORTNA’s dual, six-axis robotic singulator uses proprietary software to process up to 2,800 parcels per hour. Source: FORTNA While some automation may be commoditizing, successful deployments depends on how technologies are integrated and implemented. FORTNA Inc. said its Distribution Optimization Framework uses proprietary processes, tools, and algorithms to deliver the right mix of hardware, software, and services for each warehouse customer.

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Control.com

JULY 24, 2024

The Baumer EN580C is designed for easy integration and low maintenance, promising reliable performance in sensing object location, making it a versatile option.

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Plastics Today

JULY 24, 2024

The director of the Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) within FDA made the announcement at an agency meeting yesterday.

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E&T

JULY 24, 2024

Britain’s pothole crisis is continuing to worsen and the Department for Transport (DfT) does not have enough data on local roads to allocate funding effectively, the National Audit Office (NAO) has said.

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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?

Mold Making Technology

JULY 24, 2024

Buckle up! Larry Patten is back on his iron horse, roaring 10,000 miles for iWarriors. No GPS, no hotels—just guts and glory. Your support fuels this epic ride. Ready to roll?

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The Fabricator

JULY 24, 2024

Nuts, BoltsandThingamajigs (NBT), the Foundation of the Fabricators and Manufacturers Association (FMA), recently awarded 60 scholarships totaling $120,000 to students across the country enrolled in manufacturing-related certificate and degree programs for the summer/fall 2024 semester.

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E&T

JULY 24, 2024

A group of UK companies have trialled an airborne 5G system that can provide internet coverage on the ground from an overhead aircraft.

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The Guardian Manufacturing

JULY 24, 2024

Live coverage of business, economics and financial markets as aviation industry reports stronger summer after Ryanair shock It is looking like a tricky time for the German economy. This graph shows how GDP contraction often follows close on the heels of negative readings in the purchasing managers’ index: Not even the boost from the Euro 2024 football championships has been able to deliver Germany from weak growth.

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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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Canadian Manufacturing

JULY 24, 2024

WATERLOO — VueReal, a manufacturer of MicroSolid Printing technology, and RiTdisplay Corporation, a subsidiary of RITEK group involved in display production, announced a strategic partnership aimed at growing the microLED display market. This collaboration will reportedly enable OEMs and vendors to access displays that combine unique features, low power consumption, and high transparency.

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Plastics Today

JULY 24, 2024

Resin production and logistics reset to normal following Hurricane Beryl.

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Robotics Business Review

JULY 24, 2024

Novarc says NovEye Autonomy (Gen 2) delivering high-quality pipe welds with no operator intervention. | Source: Novarc Technologies Around the world, fabricators and contract manufacturers are held to strict standards to provide sophisticated welds across industries like aerospace, mining, energy, shipbuilding, chemical processing, and water treatment.

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Automation Mag

JULY 24, 2024

ASTM International’s Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE), along with numerous industry partners, has launched the AM CoE Additive Manufacturing Certification Committee (AMCC) initiative. The AMCC is composed of only representatives from AM end-users. According to an ASTM press statement, the mission of AMCC is to bring key stakeholders together from across multiple industry sectors to collaborate on audit criteria to qualify AM supply chains.

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JULY 24, 2024

Hydro Ottawa and Ottawa Community Housing partner to reduce carbon emissions and empower residents (CNW Group/Hydro Ottawa Holding Inc.) OTTAWA — On Jul. 24, Hydro Ottawa Holding Inc. (Hydro Ottawa) and Ottawa Community Housing (OCH) announced the expansion of an existing partnership to further reduce carbon emissions in OCH communities through electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

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Plastics Today

JULY 24, 2024

Added to an EVA formulation, ExxonMobil’s Vistamaxx performance polymer enables elimination of hook-and-loop fasteners in car mats and improves recyclability.

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Fastener News Desk

JULY 24, 2024

2024-07-22 The Board of Bulten AB (publ) has appointed Axel Berntsson as new President and CEO of Bulten Group. Axel comes most recently from the position as President and CEO of Absolent Air Care Group (publ), which he has held since 2018. Prior to that he was CEO of the subsidiary Absolent AB for two years. He also has experience from senior roles within the companies ESAB and CPS Color, and has worked as management consultant at Accenture.

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E&T

JULY 24, 2024

Kew has published a report that reveals the effects the projected future climate will have on the garden’s 11,000 trees, 50% of which will be at risk.

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Manufacturing Management

JULY 24, 2024

Rösler UK is pleased to announce that it has been working closely with aerospace OEM Pratt and Whitney to replace an old robot shot blasting system used to prepare surfaces of intricate features of rotating components, prior to plasma spray application of coatings, with a more agile solution with an emphasis on optimised process control.

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i4.0 today

JULY 24, 2024

At this year’s Advanced Engineering UK , held at the NEC, Birmingham on October 30 and 31, businesses servicing the aerospace supply chain will have the opportunity to meet with buyers from the sector’s leading original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). This year’s event, located behind the composites forum in the composite zone, is made possible through the exhibition’s continued partnership with ADS , the premier trade organisation for aerospace, defense, security and space sectors.

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Manufacturing Management

JULY 24, 2024

2024 marks the 20th Anniversary of Micro-Epsilon (UK). Founded in 1968, Micro-Epsilon is a synonym for high-performance sensor technology.

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The Guardian Manufacturing

JULY 24, 2024

S&P Global flash composite purchasing managers’ index shows July rise for manufacturing and services sectors Business live – latest updates UK business activity expanded this month after a sharp rise in new sales to a 15-month high, giving a lift to the new government as it prepares to outline the state of the public finances next week, according to a survey of private-sector firms.

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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.

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Manufacturing Management

JULY 24, 2024

Wakefield-based Green’s Power, a global provider of heat transfer, economiser and industrial boiler products, has been acquired by Staffordshire-based Ropsley.

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Canadian Manufacturing

JULY 24, 2024

FoodCycler Eco 3 lifestyle shot with a bucket (CNW Group/Food Cycle Science) TORONTO — Food Cycle Science launches Eco 3, an electric food recycler that turns food scraps into a dry, odour-free by-product, preventing methane emissions from landfill decomposition. Bradley Crepeau, CEO of Food Cycle Science, said, “The Eco 3 offers a convenient and accessible everyday solution that helps to reduce household food waste while seamlessly integrating into today’s modern kitchen.” Eco

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Manufacturing Management

JULY 24, 2024

The S&A Academy is proud to announce the launch of the UK's National Polymer Processing Technician Apprenticeship Programme.

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Modern Machine Shop

JULY 24, 2024

Source: Vektek Vektek ’s Zero-Point Systems are designed to optimize fixturing and workpiece changeovers while reducing setup times. Vektek Zero-Point Systems provide repeatability, a consistent interface for all machines and reliable positioning and clamping in a single step. Zero Point clamping systems feature hydraulic and pneumatic modules tp optimize fixture and workpiece changeover with auto blow off.

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