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Understanding Power over Ethernet

Automation World

Now that Power over Ethernet (PoE) systems can deliver enough to operate the most IoT devices and controllers, get up to speed on PoE technology and how it can be used on your network.

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Corporate Strategies

Gary Mintchell

As CEO of Starbucks, Howard Shultz’s vision was to make the cafes a warm and welcoming place for coffee and conversation. I’ve noticed for the past three years or so how the new CEO remodeled the cafes to make the furniture more difficult for sitting, turned the air conditioner to a lower temperature, and cranked up the music volume. All things to make them less inviting for customers to stay encouraging rather to “grab and go.

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A Direct Route to Increased Accountability and Productivity with Minimal Cost

Automation World

EZAutomation's new Production Monitor provides a cost-effective way to measure and improve productivity across semi-automated manufacturing processes.

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6 robotics startups competing in RoboBusiness Pitchfire

Robotics Business Review

The Pitchfire Startup Competition has been an opening-day highlight for years at RoboBusiness , which runs Oct. 16-17 in Santa Clara, Calif. Pitchfire, which happens on Oct. 16 from 4-4:45 PM at the Santa Clara Convention Center, is a must-attend event for investors, robotics entrepreneurs and innovation leaders alike. Six robotics startups will compete this year for a $5,000 first-place prize.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

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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Advanced Vehicle Assemblies Utilizes Plex for Increased Production Visibility & Control

Gary Mintchell

I seldom do case studies here. I don’t have time to do a proper set of interviews that would emphasize team rather than product. This one came from Rockwell Automation’s company Plex. Gathering appropriate data and displaying it in ways that boost decision making constitutes a recurring problem for operations management. This story details establishing real-time reporting, insight into inventory tracking, and visibility across production.

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Army trial Australian-made surveillance robot

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Department of Defence Soldiers from the Australian Army’s Regional Force Surveillance Group Pilbara Regiment are trialling a new Australian-developed surveillance robot known as the GUS (Ground Uncrewed System). GUS, co-developed by Outlook Industries, is equipped with cameras and sensors capable of providing persistent surveillance for more than 30 continuous days using battery power.

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CCNA: The foundation that built my IT career (can be yours, too)

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Hello there, my name is Hank Preston, and I’m CCNA certified. Well, actually, I’m also CCNP, CCIE, and DevNet Expert certified, but it is the CCNA that started me on my journey way back on August 8, 2004.

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UNSW report explores Australia-Germany green steel partnership

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: zhengzaishanchu/stock.adobe.com UNSW Sydney researchers have released a first report exploring the feasibility of collaboration on hydrogen and green metals, as part of the Federal government’s Green Metals for Sustainable Steel from Australia and Germany (SuSteelAG) initiative. The project – a partnership between the Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) and the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) – aims to explore the po

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Understanding Federal and State Child Labor Laws

NIST

This blog is part of a series on compliance with federal child labor laws in manufacturing. Our nation’s foundational child labor laws – provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (FLSA) – were passed to ensure that when children work, that work doesn’t jeopardize a child’s safety, welfare, or educational opportunities. Yet at the federal level, the U.S.

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New research into practices to reduce manufacturing waste

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Swapan/stock.adobe.com Monash University researchers have found that manufacturing businesses who adopt circular economy (CE) strategies and practices can reduce waste by 65 per cent. Australia’s manufacturing sector contributes nearly 13 million tonnes of waste nationwide. In Victoria, the industry is responsible for 39 per cent of the state’s total waste.

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The Future of Manufacturing: Behind-the-Scene Insights from the IMTS Conference

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Skoda utility EV developed for National Grid

SMMT

Skoda and vehicle conversion company Strongs have developed a new fully electric 4×4 utility vehicle for National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED) The collaboration has resulted in Skoda’s Enyaq being converted into a light commercial vehicle with all-terrain capability, adapted to provide stowage for specialist equipment used by the electricity distribution network operator’s engineers.

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ADF to acquire $2.7 million in quantum optical atomic clocks

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Department of Defence The Australian Government is acquiring quantum optical atomic clocks from Adelaide-based QuantX Labs to deliver position navigation and timing (PNT) capabilities to the Australian Defence Force (ADF). ​Two contracts worth $2.7 million will enable AUKUS partners to develop PNT capabilities to support superior decision advantage and enhanced maritime domain awareness.

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New Research Finds Almost Half of US and UK Businesses in the Dark Over How Employees Get Work Done

i4.0 today

New research released by Scalable Software has revealed that the majority of employers are unaware of how productivity is being impacted by their employees’ experiences of the digital workplace. The research of 400 senior US and UK IT decision makers (ITDMs) found a disconnect between the information provided by IT, and that required to get the best Digital Employee Experience (DEX).

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BAE Systems awarded $270m for guided weapon component production

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: BAE Systems BAE Systems Australia has been awarded a $270 million contract to significantly increase the production of critical components and assemblies for the Evolved SeaSparrow Missile (ESSM) Block 2. The ESSM Block 2 is a medium-range, surface-to-air missile developed to protect warships from advanced anti-ship cruise missiles. It is in service with 12 countries and is equipped on the Royal Australian Navy Anzac class frigates and Hobart class air warfare destroyers.

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CNC Design Guide: Enhance Machining for Precision, Efficiency, and Cost Reduction

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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Ensuring Continuous Network Operations with Cisco Nexus Hitless Upgrades

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Cisco Nexus 9300 Series switches and Cisco NX-OS allow you to perform scheduled maintenance and non-scheduled maintenance without impacting production traffic and critical systems.

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New agreement to develop hypersonic aircraft testing in South Australia

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Southern Launch South Australian spaceport provider Southern Launch and Queensland aerospace company Hypersonix Launch Systems are set to develop ground-breaking hypersonic flight-testing capabilities in South Australia. The companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to work together on developing a hypersonic testbed service from Southern Launch’s spaceports at Koonibba Test Range or Whalers Way Orbital Launch Complex.

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How AI Challenges Sales to Be More Human

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

AI is everywhere. Especially in sales. But how do you separate the hype from reality? Ignacio Castroverde, Senior Director within Global Virtual Sales, shares what Cisco is doing with AI to help our sellers become faster, more creative, and more helpful to our customers and partners.

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Navigating Cal/OSHA’s New Indoor Workplace Heat Illness Prevention Standards

CMTC Manufacturing Tech

Cal/OSHA recently established a new set of rules in response to the growing number of heat-related worker injuries and fatalities: Heat Illness Prevention in Indoor Places of Employment. These rules will impact many California industries, especially manufacturing. Businesses affected by the new Cal/OSHA heat illness prevention standards will be required to develop written heat illness prevention plans, adhere to certain workplace requirements, and train workers on the dangers of heat illness.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

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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PickNik Robotics releases MoveIt Pro 6 to cut developer costs, time to market

Robotics Business Review

HiveBotics used MoveIt Pro to develop the Abluo bathroom-cleaning mobile manipulator. Source: PickNik Robotics PickNik Inc. today launched MoveIt Pro Release 6, the latest version of its platform for developing robotic arm applications that were previously not possible or economically feasible. “The intelligent decisioning capabilities of MoveIt Pro, including real-time object identification, force control, motion planning, and multi-step processing, opens up a vast new set of opportunities.” st

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Mergers & Acquisitions Tracker

Plastics News

Stay informed of our coverage of deals inside the plastics industry. Merger and acquisition deals are indexed with links for more in-depth information.

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BMW collaborates with the University of Zagreb to optimise battery cell production

E&T

BMW Group’s Battery Cell Competence Centre (BCCC) in Munich, Germany, and the University of Zagreb’s Regional Centre of Excellence for Robotic Technology (CRTA) in Croatia are collaborating to advance the production of battery cells with the help of AI.

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Duality AI to continue its work with NASA JPL in DARPA RACER program

Robotics Business Review

The RACER program is aimed at developing robust, reliable, adaptable autonomy stacks that can operate in many environments. | Source: Duality AI For robots to truly be able to navigate in the real world, the software that powers them needs to be reliable enough to enter any environment and accurately navigate. Otherwise, you’re left with a robot that needs to be reprogrammed when it goes from a forest to a field of grass.

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How To Select the Right Software for Innovation Management

Finding the right innovation management software is like picking a racing bike—it's essential to consider your unique needs rather than just flashy features. This oversight can stall your innovation efforts. Download now to explore key considerations for success!

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Accelerating Partner Growth with PXP and Cisco Black Belt Academy

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Through constant innovation by our teams, PXP and Black Belt Academy are evolving to accelerate partner proficiency so you can deliver the best outcomes to your customers and for your business. Let’s examine how we accelerate your profitable growth.

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Zekelman Industries campaign focuses on influx of illegally imported steel products

The Fabricator

Zekelman Industries has kicked off an integrated marketing campaign to spotlight the issue of illegally imported steel products into the U.S. and to encourage the electrical industry to buy American-made product.

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FarmWise and RDO Equipment partner to automate weeding for specialty crops

Robotics Business Review

The Vulcan weeding system uses machine vision and high-speed actuators. Source: FarmWise While many companies are trying to enter the agricultural robotics market, they will need to scale to be commercially successful. FarmWise Labs Inc. and RDO Equipment Co. today announced an exclusive partnership for RDO to deliver FarmWise’s Vulcan precision weeding and cultivation implement to vegetable growers in the Southwest U.S.

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Access to digital tech is ‘a basic human right’ for 19 million UK adults living in digital poverty

E&T

While our society becomes increasingly reliant on digital technologies for essential services, education and employment, there are over 19 million adults and 1 in 5 children who are living in digital poverty, according to the Digital Poverty Alliance (DPA).

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The Secrets to Zero-Waste Manufacturing: A ex-SpaceX Start-up Case Study

Sit down with Karan Talati, CEO of First Resonance, to explore the significant contributors to waste in the manufacturing industry. Karan delves into two critical areas: material waste and data waste. He discusses how material waste impacts costs and efficiency, and the often-overlooked issue of data waste—where valuable data is not captured, leading to inefficiencies in managing inventory and operations.

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The Raymond Corp. opening energy product manufacturing plant in New York

The Fabricator

Lift truck manufacturer The Raymond Corp. is repurposing an existing building in Kirkwood, N.Y., to establish the Energy Solutions Manufacturing Center of Excellence.

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UK elevates data centres to critical infrastructure status for stronger cyber defences

E&T

The government has begun classing data centres as critical infrastructure – which gives them great protections – due to their importance to the UK’s cybersecurity and the economy.

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Tormach Announces Recipient of the 2024 Instructor of the Year Award

Modern Machine Shop

Source: Tormach Inc. (all images) Tormach Inc. recently presented its 2024 Instructor of the Year Award to Danielle Ward, a teacher with an innovative approach and passion for hands-on learning. Ward teaches at Hilldale High School in Muskogee, Oklahoma. This award recognizes Ward’s contributions to STEM education and her advanced approach to teaching. “I loved tinkering with things and any lesson involving hands-on work,” Ward explains. “In 2011, I began teaching at Hill

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Comment: Why identity verification is key to keeping large-scale sporting events safe

E&T

With cyber attacks increasingly targeting large-scale sporting events, Rob Otto, EMEA field CTO at Ping Identity – a global software company specialising in identity management solutions – explores why identity verification is critical to the physical and digital security of such events.

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How to Master Product Portfolio Management

Pursuing product portfolio management excellence empowers organizations to unlock the full potential of their offerings. This comprehensive guide unveils 10 essential keys that serve as the building blocks for success.