Design World

MARCH 7, 2024

Siemens is extending its drive portfolio in the extra-low-voltage range for 24–48 V EC motors with its new SIMATIC MICRO-DRIVE. The new product line with UL and CE-marked components consists of the PDC (Profidrive Control) servo drive in conjunction with a flexible range of motors and connecting cables from product partners, along with the TM… The post Siemens expands its SIMATIC MICRO-DRIVE for extra-low-voltage applications appeared first on Design World.

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Gary Mintchell

MARCH 7, 2024

The first trip I made as a new editor many years ago was to Microsoft to talk with a manufacturing software/PLM developer. PLM being Product Lifecycle Management—that layer of software used to translate CAD into manufacturing. When I covered automation, we didn’t cover this area often. These software companies seldom advertise, so the pressure from sales to cover them was, shall we say, less intense.

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Design World

MARCH 7, 2024

According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), more than 72,130 wind turbines and 210,000 blades were deployed as of July 2022. The DOE expects up to 9,000 blades to be retired annually through 2026, and up to 20,000 will be retired annually by 2040. Blade waste could reach up to 370,000 tons per year… The post Recycled wind turbine blades make artful furniture for public spaces appeared first on Design World.

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Robotics Business Review

MARCH 7, 2024

The Robot Report Podcast · Cutting Edge: AI-Powered Landscaping with Electric Sheep Nag Murty, CEO and cofounder of Electric Sheep , and Michael Laskey, CTO of Electric Sheep join the show this week to discuss how Electric Sheep is disrupting the commercial landscaping industry with autonomous mobile robots and a unique business model. The company is leveraging AI to enable autonomous mowers to cut the grass while simplifying the deployment process in the field.

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Design World

MARCH 7, 2024

AutomationDirect has added even more network cabling options to its lineup of Communication products. The new AchieVe brand fiber optic Ethernet patch cables provide reliable low-cost multi-mode fiber connections. These cables contain optical fibers that transmit data signals as light, offering much higher transmission speeds than copper cables, and are naturally immune to electromagnetic interference.… The post AchieVe fiber optic ethernet patch cables from AutomationDirect appeared first

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Robotics Business Review

MARCH 7, 2024

Companies in North America bought 31,159 robots in 2023. That’s a 30% decrease from 2022. And that’s not sitting well with robotics industry veteran Juan Aparicio. “We don’t sell and deploy enough robots in this country. There is no human contingency to the need to reshore manufacturing in the short term, and the stakes are high,” said Aparicio.

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Robotics Business Review

MARCH 7, 2024

Glacier’s recycling sorting robot is able to sort up 45 items a minute. | Source: Glacier Amazon.com Inc.’s Climate Pledge Fund recently invested in Glacier, an artificial intelligence and robotics company that aims to help the recycling industry work toward a world without waste. The investment firm said the funding is part of its ongoing commitment to support entrepreneurs and female-led companies in climate tech.

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The Fabricator

MARCH 7, 2024

Those in the metals industry can attest that this important economic segment offers several possible career paths. Geoff Gilmore, Worthington Steel’s president and CEO, is a living example and winner of the 2024 Association of Metals Processors and Distributors Steel Executive of the Year award.

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Seeburger

MARCH 7, 2024

Optimizing your processes gives you competitive advantages. One of the key ways to optimize your processes is to adopt e-invoicing, and electronically exchange invoices with your business partners. In recent years, numerous standards have been developed to increase the interoperability and efficiency of this exchange process. These include ZUGFeRD, XRechnung and Peppol.

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The Fabricator

MARCH 7, 2024

Lincoln Electric has introduced the Sprinter 180Si portable, lightweight welding machine with a maximum output of 180 amps for SMAW and 200 amps for TIG welding.

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Metrology

MARCH 7, 2024

The introduction of the EASY Line iPad application from Stiefelmayer has effectively addressed the traditional drawbacks of manual measurement using innovative digital capabilities. The post EASY Line iPad Display Aids Manual CMM Measurement Tasks appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

MARCH 7, 2024

Fiji has taken delivery of its second Guardian-class Patrol Boat , the RFNS Puamau, at a handover ceremony at HMAS Stirling, Western Australia. Minister for defence industry and minister for international development and the pacific, the Hon Pat Conroy MP said, “Australia is proud to be Fiji’s security partner of choice. The delivery of the second Guardian-class Patrol Boat today is a tangible demonstration of our Vuvale Partnership” The Prime Minister of Fiji, the Hon Sitiveni Rabuka received t

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Metrology

MARCH 7, 2024

The new detector was built on sensor assembly machines custom-made by IBS. Designed specifically for the ALICE upgrade, IBS’s ALICIA machines were developed to measure and assemble the 15,000 sensor chips which make up the new detector. The post New Cern Subdetectors Built On IBS Nanoscale Optical Machines Show Outstanding Results appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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E&T

MARCH 7, 2024

NatPower has announced plans to build over £10bn worth of battery storage amounting to around 15-20% of the UK’s needs by 2040.

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Control.com

MARCH 7, 2024

In collaboration with Intel and Red Hat, Schneider Electric has created a next-generation, open automation infrastructure to help replace vendor-specific infrastructure with software-based control systems.

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

MARCH 7, 2024

If the rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI), the increasing need for state-of-the-art student, faculty and staff experiences, security, and the pending enrollment cliff in the US have you… Read more on Cisco Blogs

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Industry Week

MARCH 7, 2024

Originating in China, Russia and Iran, these new threats are stealthier and more sophisticated.

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

MARCH 7, 2024

It’s been a year since the Cisco Enterprise Agreement 3.0 became generally available, and we’ve seen incredible results for customers and partners.

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E&T

MARCH 7, 2024

In his Spring Statement, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt set out a plan to deliver long-term growth for the UK with a number of key investments. However, some spokespeople in the engineering and tech industries think more could have been done.

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

MARCH 7, 2024

A realistic guide to empowering application developers In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, application developers are the unsung heroes who craft the software that powers our modern world.

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SMMT

MARCH 7, 2024

Dumfries transport and logistics firm Currie Solutions has strengthened its long relationship with Asset Alliance Group after taking delivery of 13 Mercedes-Benz Actros trucks. Supplied on three-year contract hire agreements, the new arrivals join a fleet of 130 vehicles and 450 trailers at the company, whose depots are strategically located in the UK, France, The Netherlands and through its partners in Germany and Italy.

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The Fabricator

MARCH 7, 2024

Wapakoneta, Ohio-based Flex Machine Tools is collaborating with IGEMS of Sweden to offer the FlexJet waterjet cutting system with the IGEMS CNC; the Tilter 5-axis waterjet cutting head; and Snapper (camera for positioning), Rounder (kinematic compensation tool), and Straighter (perpendicular angle.

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SMMT

MARCH 7, 2024

National Express has will be the UK’s first scheduled coach operator to trial Yutong’s new GTe14 tri-axle battery electric coach. Working in partnership with Pelican and Yutong, the country’s largest coach operator will launch the electric coach into service this month following a period of driver training and familiarisation. During the four-week trial period, the GTe14 battery-electric coach will operate on National Express’s high-frequency airport routes between Stansted Airport and London, p

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The Fabricator

MARCH 7, 2024

Modine will invest $18.1 million to expand its Rockbridge County, Va., operation to increase capacity for the production of data center cooling equipment. The project will create 211 new jobs.

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SMMT

MARCH 7, 2024

Conclusive debates surrounding connected and automated mobility (CAM) are becoming ever more pressing as such advanced technology reach Britain’s roads in growing numbers, and the commercial vehicle sector is helping to lead the way. It’s no surprise therefore that the sector is taking centre stage at SMMT Connected in London next week – providing an unparalleled opportunity to explore the latest developments.

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Manufacturing Management

MARCH 7, 2024

EnerSys®, the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications, announces an advancement in thin p late pure lead (TPPL) battery technology with the introduction of an optional Accelerated Throughput Package (ATP) for select NexSys® TPPL batteries.

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SMMT

MARCH 7, 2024

Tell us a bit about the history of System Edström? System Edström was established in Sweden in 1958. The company provides versatile van racking solutions for a range of businesses. Our unique modular designs mean we can meet the internal shelving and storage requirements for van fleets in any industry. What new products will you be displaying on your stand at the Commercial Vehicle Show this year?

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The Fabricator

MARCH 7, 2024

To cater to the escalating demand for electric vehicles, Korea-based LT Precision is extending its manufacturing and sales operations into the U.S.

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Metrology

MARCH 7, 2024

The global Flat Panel Detector (FPS) market is increasingly competing on convenience features alongside image quality. The post Vieworks Announce Lightweight and Portable Flat Panel Detectors appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Manufacturing Tomorrow

MARCH 7, 2024

The DuoDrive integrated gear unit and motor from NORD DRIVESYSTEMS is a compact, high efficiency solution engineered for users in the fields of intralogistics, pharmaceutical, and food and beverage industries.

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