Robotics Business Review
JULY 28, 2024
SectionStar is a tissue sectioning and transfer robot designed to increase capacity, reliability, and consistency. | Source: Clarapath While robotics and automated systems have been introduced in healthcare settings as a way to alleviate workforce issues and standardize practices, most of the progress has been aimed at surgical robots or physical rehabilitation.
Manufacturer's Monthly
JULY 28, 2024
Image: Kzenon/stock.adobe.com The NSW Government is investing $252.2 million to employ an additional 1,300 apprentices and trainees in the local government sector across the state. The direct investment will go towards hiring new roles created by councils above their current workforce numbers with the new roles to focus on in-demand trades including engineers, civil construction workers and mechanics.
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Robotics Automation News
JULY 28, 2024
To increase output and improve profit per part, forward thinking manufacturers are transforming their laser marking operations with advanced robotic machine tending. FOBA Laser Marking + Engraving works with Flexxbotics and Universal Robots to enable companies to achieve highest throughput and optimum marking quality.
Manufacturer's Monthly
JULY 28, 2024
Richard Petterson (right) oversees production at Tindo’s Adelaide facility, Australia’s only solar panel manufacturer. Image: Tindo Solar Manufacturers’ Monthly spoke with Richard Petterson, CEO of Tindo, to learn more about his company’s journey in becoming Australia’s only solar panel manufacturer. Tindo, an Adelaide-based company in South Australia, specialises in manufacturing high-quality solar panels for residential and commercial use.
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
Robotics Automation News
JULY 28, 2024
One Equity Partners, a middle market private equity firm, has signed a binding agreement to make a majority investment in Comau, a global technology company specializing in industrial automation and advanced robotics.
Manufacturer's Monthly
JULY 28, 2024
Image: xiaoliangge/stock.adobe.com Innovative manufacturers are among a record number of applicants and finalists for the WA Innovators of the Year (WAIOTY) awards. Among finalists are a range of innovative manufacturers and engineers including, but not limited to: Uluu, who are using seaweed to progress the world’s first truly compelling alternative to plastic.
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Manufacturer's Monthly
JULY 28, 2024
Image: industrieblick/stock.adobe.com In times of significant supply chain disruptions, flow chemistry technology could provide Australia with a competitive edge and secure the supply of critical active pharmaceutical ingredients. A critical platform technology for synthesising drug compounds at scale and enabling onshore production in Australia has been successfully demonstrated.
Plastics Today
JULY 28, 2024
Homecare staffing, telemedicine aides, and point-of-care testing create unique challenges for packaging of medical products used at home.
Manufacturer's Monthly
JULY 28, 2024
Jemena’s biomethane injection plant, located in Malabar, NSW. Image: Jelena Manufacturers’ Monthly spoke with Mike Davis, managing director of Optimal Renewable Gas, to discuss the potential usage of renewable gas in manufacturing sectors. Renewable gas is the umbrella term now used globally to describe gases produced from renewable energy sources, such as biomethane and hydrogen.
Metrology
JULY 28, 2024
SirenOpt, an advanced manufacturing intelligence company has announced the successful closing of its US $6.6M seed funding round. From semiconductors and batteries to turbine blades and smartphone screens, many products that underpin the modern global economy are produced using advanced coatings, thin films and nano-scale materials. The post SirenOpt Raises $6.6M Funding To Transform Materials Manufacturing Blind Spots Into Real-Time Insights appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online
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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.
Manufacturer's Monthly
JULY 28, 2024
Image: Chaosamran_Studio/stock.adobe.com The Australian Defence Force (ADF) has launched the first integrated recruitment advertising campaign to highlight the diverse career opportunities in sectors such as engineering that are available across maritime, land, air, space and cyber. This fresh approach has helped raise awareness about the more than 250 different roles available across the ADF, including a number of new roles to support Australia’s pathway to acquiring a conventionally armed, nuc
Metrology
JULY 28, 2024
Flat panels used in cellphones, in-car displays, and monitors have become larger while pixels have become smaller, which makes it more difficult for machine vision systems to detect manufacturing defects. The post Machine Vision Color Camera Helps Flat Panel Manufacturers Meet Quality Control Standards appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.
Manufacturer's Monthly
JULY 28, 2024
Image: Sliver Fleece The Australian Fashion Council and Sunset Lover are leading an investment initiative to save an iconic Australian-owned knitting mill, Silver Fleece, and preserve the cherished craft of Australian wool knitting. Established in 1951, Silver Fleece is renowned for its Australian craftsmanship and employs 20 skilled staff and technicians, primarily women, including younger employees dedicated to preserving the artisan craft.
Metrology
JULY 28, 2024
Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division has launched its new digitalisation solution, Digital Factory, designed to help manufacturers build highly accurate digital replicas of their factories. It enables manufacturers to optimise their floor plans and quickly pivot production lines today, and prepare for smarter and more sustainable future factories with open interfaces that enable digital twins of shopfloor assets.
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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.
Modern Machine Shop
JULY 28, 2024
Source: Omax Corp. Omax announces the OptiMax 60X JetMachining Center, an advanced waterjet system that can provide optimized cutting capabilities and software, more power and better efficiency. The OptiMax 60X is the company’s latest waterjet system designed to quickly turn prints into parts with reduced dependency on experienced operators. Benefits of the OptiMax 60X include: Cutting envelope of 10' × 5' 2" Producing more parts with less water and garnet with an efficien
Metrology
JULY 28, 2024
Welcome to this month's edition of Metrology News where we delved into Metrology 4.0. This new era of metrology is not just a technological evolution but a revolution that promises to redefine precision, quality, and productivity in manufacturing processes. The post July 2024 Metrology News Magazine appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.
Modern Machine Shop
JULY 28, 2024
Source: Siemens Digital Industries Software Siemens Digital Industries Software is introducing the NX X manufacturing software, a cloud-based CAD/CAM solution for part manufacturing. It is now accessible via the cloud, which can enhance operational efficiency for companies of all sizes. A feature of the Siemens Xcelerator as a service cloud-based portfolio, NX X Manufacturing delivers software as-a-service (SaaS), enabling manufacturers to free up resources.
Metrology
JULY 28, 2024
Hyundai Mobis has developed an AI system utilizing sound for quality inspection. Hyundai Mobis announced that it has recently completed a pilot implementation of an Acoustic AI-based inspection system at its Changwon, Korea plant, which produces electric power steering (EPS). This innovative approach leverages artificial intelligence to analyze the subtle sounds generated during product inspection to determine quality accuracy.
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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.
Modern Machine Shop
JULY 28, 2024
Vertex 55X III. Source: Mitsui Seiki Mitsui Seiki is showcasing three versatile and accurate machines. These machines, used in tandem or on their own, enable users to repeatability produce highly accurate parts: Vertex 55X III – The high-precision Vertex 55X III can perform multiple functions in one machine, making it well suited for aerospace and mold and die work.
Metrology
JULY 28, 2024
The rapid evolution of manufacturing technologies has brought us to the threshold of smart manufacturing, a paradigm characterized by the integration of cyber-physical systems, the Internet of Things (IoT), big data analytics, and advanced automation. As we embrace this transformation, a pertinent question arises: Is smart manufacturing the ultimate goal, or is it merely a stepping stone towards an even more advanced future?
Modern Machine Shop
JULY 28, 2024
Source: Blum-Novotest Inc. Blum-Novotest Inc. introduces the FormControl X, a user-friendly measurement software for machining centers, designed for automated quality control of workpieces in individual and series production. It can enable maximum productivity and reduce scrap by monitoring measurements. The software can also enable automated monitoring of machining processes in line with the principle of statistical process control (SPC).
Manufacturer's Monthly
JULY 28, 2024
Image: popov48/stock.adobe.com 3D Systems have announced that National Additive Manufacturing & Innovation Company (NAMI), an additive manufacturing company based in Saudi Arabia, has purchased multiple 3D Systems 3D printing technologies — DMP Factory 500, DMP Flex 350 Dual, and SLS 380 — to support its recently announced collaboration with the Saudi Electricity Company (SEC).
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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).
Modern Machine Shop
JULY 28, 2024
Source: Kaast Machine Tools Inc. Kaast is demonstrating several of its machining solutions live. These solutions include: HBS-MC 2020/110 CNC horizontal bore mill – a heavy duty machine featuring a robust moving column design and a table capacity exceeding 17,000 lbs, which can enable precision and durability. V-Turn CNC 550 vertical lathe – equipped with a 22" swing, FANUC 0i-TF control and a 25 hp motor for heavy duty tasks.
Robotics Automation News
JULY 28, 2024
Clarapath, a medical robotics company modernizing and transforming how pathology laboratories process tissue, has raised $36 million in its Series B-1 funding round, which was led by Northwell Ventures. Additional new strategic investors participated in the financing, including CU Healthcare Innovation Fund, Mayo Clinic, and Ochsner Ventures, bringing the company’s total funding to $75 million.
Snic Solutions
JULY 28, 2024
In the ever-evolving world of manufacturing, integrating artificial intelligence (AI) isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a game-changer. But to truly harness its power, we need solid foundational systems in place. Let's dive into how we can set the stage for AI to revolutionize manufacturing.
Modern Machine Shop
JULY 28, 2024
Source: Getty Images CNC machining centers come with a series of hole-machining canned cycles that are commanded by G81 through G89. These cycles are very helpful, but they have limitations. If a hole must be machined in a manner different than the cycles allow, then you cannot use them. With FANUC’s version of parametric programming, Custom Macro, you can create your own canned cycles to make them do whatever you want.
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?
Control.com
JULY 28, 2024
Fanuc has opened its newest facility in Canada, which aims to become a center for state-of-the-art robotics and automation technology. The new facility will extend Fanuc's customer reach in the region.
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