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How Do You Assess IoT Platform Software for Vertical Industry Applications?

Automation World

Learn about IoT platforms, how they're applied across different industries, what operations technology professionals need to be aware of during IoT platform assessments and lessons to be learned from industries that have a high level of IoT platform adoption.

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Introducing a new generation of POSITAL kit encoders

Design World

POSITAL has announced a major upgrade to its family of 36 mm kit encoders for motion control applications. For these new devices, introduced as part of the company’s NEXTGEN initiative, upgrades include higher resolution and refined packaging that provides more compact form factors, better protection from solid particles, and simpler installation procedures.

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2024: The Year Manufacturing Tech Matures

Automation World

With manufacturers’ initial investments in digital transformation behind them, they’ll soon be looking to mature their systems to derive even more value using AI, the cloud, containers and cyber-physical risk management.

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The Sparkplug Specification Is Now an ISO/IEC Standard 

Gary Mintchell

I’ve had many conversations with Arlen Nipper of Cirrus Link, co-developer of MQTT, and Benson Hougland of Opto 22, early adopter of MQTT and Sparkplug, at the Inductive Automation Ignition Community Conference over several years about the demand for lightweight communications. OPC UA has a place in the toolbox, but many engineers desired a lightweight alternative.

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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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Gen Z and Industry

Automation World

As the manufacturing industries continue to face an ongoing worker shortage, addressing Gen Z’s concerns about industry could go a long way toward reducing the problem.

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Omron Automation Americas announces Hawk Technology as a new partner

Design World

Omron Automation Americas recently announced Hawk Technology as a new partner in its Certified Systems Integrator program. Based in Rock Island, Illinois, Hawk has been providing superior services and products that maximize their customer’s productivity and success. Hawk Technology has been collaborating with Omron in developing machines and systems for end users for many years.… The post Omron Automation Americas announces Hawk Technology as a new partner appeared first on Design World.

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ProSense fixed range, head-mounted temperature transmitters

Design World

AutomationDirect has added more ProSense XTH2 series fixed range, head-mounted temperature transmitters to their lineup of temperature transmitters/signal conditioners. The XTH2 series fixed-range transmitters are for Type Pt100 3-wire RTDs and are ready to use out-of-the-box with pre-configured measuring ranges up to 500°F (260°C). These new convenient head-mounted temperature transmitters are ideal for a variety… The post ProSense fixed range, head-mounted temperature transmitters appear

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Unified Namespace: Real-World Applications and Challenges

Automation World

Though Unified Namespace provides a single, standardized naming convention for all data points, there are a number of factors to address when connecting systems.

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Hydrogen manufacturing getting underway

Manufacturer's Monthly

Energys Australia is leading the way in hydrogen fuel cell generators with some of the first rolling off the production line in Victoria to some major clients and to support regions particularly vulnerable to power outages. Energys has proudly unveiled the first of five cutting-edge Hydrogen Fuel Cell Generators being manufactured for Telstra as part of an alternative energy backup pilot program.

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What is Industrial Data Ops?

Automation World

With system integrator and technology supplier insights, we take a look at the rise of industrial data ops—how it differs from historical data storage and trending activities and how it can be used to predict future trends to optimize supply chains and derive strategic business insights.

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

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ETH succeeds in printing robot parts with different polymers and new laser scanning technique

Robotics Automation News

Scientists at ETH have succeeded in printing a robotic hand with bones, ligaments and tendons made of different polymers using a new laser scanning technique. It is believed this is the first time such materials and techniques have been used.

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Bisalloy wins contract for SSN-AUKUS hull steel qualification

Manufacturer's Monthly

The Australian Submarine Agency has entered into a contract with Bisalloy Steels, for the qualification of Australian steel for use on Australia’s SSN-AUKUS conventionally armed nuclear-powered submarines. The contract is for a term of approximately 16 months. The comprehensive qualification process, involving more than 4500 tests, is expected to be completed in the first half of 2025.

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Implementing an OpenPLC Visual Annunciator Flasher Using an Arduino

Control.com

A flasher can easily be implemented using interlocking timers in a PLC environment on an Arduino Uno using OpenPLC, UiFlow Blockly Code, and a programmable HMI-based LCD unit.

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CFR Thermoplastic Plate a Step Change in Running-Shoe Engineering

Plastics Today

The carbon-fiber-reinforced (CFR) thermoplastic plate in the sole of the shoe combined with a novel processing method enabled Brooks to develop a proven performance-enhancing running shoe.

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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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Safe I/O Integration Made Easy, Thanks to New Balluff CIP Safety Module

Control.com

Balluff eases the stress of design, build, and troubleshooting time for safety-rated I/O devices with a new CIP safety module, engineered for rugged, on-machine installation.

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Breathing underwater made cheaper and more accessible

Manufacturer's Monthly

The Australian brand SCORKL has launched SCORKL 2.0 – Electric, its new and improved underwater breathing device – built upon the previous SCORKL design – providing even more accessibility, affordability, and fun to divers and water lovers. SCORKL creator and founder, David Hallamore, was inspired by movies like James Bond and his love of the ocean to produce portable and fun underwater breathing devices that are accessible for everyone.

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World economy on brink of ‘cold war two’, IMF official warns

The Guardian Manufacturing

Gita Gopinath says global economy’s fragmentation into power blocs risks wipeout of trillions of dollars in GDP The world economy is on the brink of a second cold war that could “annihilate” progress made since the collapse of the Soviet Union, a senior International Monetary Fund official has warned. Gita Gopinath, the IMF’s first deputy managing director, said the accelerating fragmentation of the world economy into regional power blocs – centred around the US and China – risked wiping out tri

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Assured success

Manufacturer's Monthly

With 3D printing beginning to finally have the impact on manufacturing that was expected some 30 years ago, manufacturers remain wary of truly capitalising on it. Additive Assurance is looking to change that. While the growth of additive manufacturing is exciting for the industry, manufacturer Additive Assurance has identified a way to ensure the quality of 3D printing is up to the standards needed.

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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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Heather Mills’s VBites vegan food firm collapses into administration

The Guardian Manufacturing

Mills says factors including ‘corporate greed’, Brexit, and utility and ingredients prices played a part Heather Mills’s vegan food business, VBites, has collapsed into administration after failing to secure fresh funding amid rising cost pressures. The entrepreneur and former model, who founded the company in 1993, said the collapse was “extremely distressing” and had been forced upon her by a “combination of corporate greed and poor management, the cost of living crisis, price rises in the glo

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Cisco Duo and ISE: Better together in the cybersecurity battlefield

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

The world of cybersecurity never stops changing. Every day bad actors grow bolder and more devious as they try to break your security, steal your data, and offer it back to you for ransom.

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Toymaker Hasbro lays off 1,100 staff as holiday season fails to lift sales

The Guardian Manufacturing

Manufacturer of Monopoly, Play-Doh and Transformer cuts workforce by almost one-fifth as ‘last resort’ The toymaker behind Monopoly, Play-Doh and Transformers action figures is laying off 1,100 employees as lackluster sales dragged into the holiday trading season. Hasbro will cut its workforce by almost a fifth, having already cut 800 jobs earlier this year.

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Building Tasmania’s largest solar farm

Manufacturer's Monthly

Tasmania ’s biggest solar project has passed another hurdle, after the Northern Midlands Council approved the development application last night. Minister for energy and renewables Nick Duigan has welcomed the council’s decision to support the Northern Midlands Solar Farm development at Cressy. “This is great news and another big step in growing Tasmanian’s renewable energy resource,” Duigan said.

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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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Security Series: Protecting the Edge Against DDoS Attacks with a Simplified Integrated Solution

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

An unprecedented increase in distributed-denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks in recent years has resulted in lost revenue and productivity, increased ransomware costs, and impacted service-level… Read more on Cisco Blogs

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Aéro Montréal announces winners of Gilles Demers Awards Gala

Canadian Manufacturing

MONTRÉAL — Aéro Montréal, Québec’s aerospace cluster, announces the results of the 5th Gilles Demers Awards Gala, an event that highlights the excellence of SMEs in the sector. The winners were revealed at the gala evening held on Friday, December 8. Created to recognize the expertise of Québec SMEs in strategic sectors, the Gilles Demers Awards also provide an opportunity to present the Grand Prize for Aerospace SME of the Year, won this year by Optima Aéro. “More than 200 SME

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Happy Holidays and Happy New Year Cisco Distributors

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

We have found ourselves in this wonderful season again. A season of giving, sharing, and remembering—a unique opportunity to slow down and be with those who bring you immense joy and peace.

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Louélec receives $3M from Desjardins to bring its electric carsharing fleets to businesses

Canadian Manufacturing

MONTREAL — Louélec, a company involved in electric carsharing fleet management, is receiving $3 million in funding from Desjardins to support its growth. The money will allow the company to roll out its plan to acquire 400 new electric vehicles so it can provide solutions to facilitate access, management and maintenance of business vehicle fleets.

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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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Updated: Hackers Publish Stolen Boeing Data

Industry Week

Failing to pay out might risk the release of stolen data that could potentially include military industries.

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Manufacturers slow to adopt AI, report finds

The Fabricator

As advancements in generative AI attract attention across industries, the manufacturing industry is slow to adopt AI technologies, according to the latest Sikich Industry Pulse report.

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Lincoln Electric's Next CEO Charges Ahead

Industry Week

Steve Hedlund talks about his shift from COO to CEO in the New Year and plans for the welding company's EV charging business.

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Bobaek America announces $35M mfg. investment in Windsor, Ont.

Canadian Manufacturing

Photo: Yevhen Lahunov / iStock / Getty Images Plus WINDSOR — The Ontario government says they are welcoming a $35 million investment by Bobaek America Inc., a Korean electric vehicle (EV) parts manufacturer, to build a new manufacturing facility in Windsor, specializing in battery insulation panels and cell sheets for EVs. Bobaek’s investment marks the company’s first entry into the North American EV supply chain and will create 144 new jobs in the region.

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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.