Design World

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Mobile robot technology is moving fast, and generative AI is pegged to transform AMR vision systems to enable more integrated solutions. Advanced machine learning and visual processing are major trends in automated mobile robot (AMR) development. According to Gartner’s Emerging Tech Impact Radar, advanced computer vision and AI acceleration will be among the most important… The post Seeing the future of AMR vision systems appeared first on Design World.

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Gary Mintchell

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

I am not attending the annual ARC Forum this year due to some travel conflicts. News does travel, though. The first Forum I attended way back in 1998 contained a strong presence of open automation from a group called OMAC (Open Modular Architecture Controller). This movement achieved a standardized HMI, especially for packaging machines and now resides within PMMI.

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Design World

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Introducing the ACH580 4X variable frequency drive (VFD), a new addition to ABB’s all-compatible drive portfolio that is built for outdoor installation and extreme environments in the HVACR industry. Certification to UL Type 4X (NEMA 4X and IP66 rating) ensures protection against rain, cold, snow, salt spray, and dust, as well as corrosion due to… The post ABB’s ACH580 drive supports HVACR applications in extreme environments appeared first on Design World.

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Gary Mintchell

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

I am not attending the annual ARC Forum this year due to some travel conflicts. News does travel, though. The first Forum I attended way back in 1998 contained a strong presence of open automation from a group called OMAC (Open Modular Architecture Controller). This movement achieved a standardized HMI, especially for packaging machines and now resides within PMMI.

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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

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

According to Deloitte, “the demand for sustainability, product innovations, and wartime defense is expected to result in rapid technological evolution” in the aerospace and defense (A&D) industry”. Innovations like electric propulsion systems and more precise manufacturing will be crucial. Here, Chris Johnson, managing director at specialist bearing supplier SMB Bearings, explains why industrial bearings will […] The post Flying towards sustainability appeared first on Design World.

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Starship’s delivery robots travel 4 MPH to deliver goods over short distances. | Source: Starship Technologies Starship Technologies raised $90 million in funding for its delivery robots. With this latest round, Starship Technologies has raised a total of $287.7 million since it started in 2014, per Crunchbase. Starship said it plans to use the funding to expand globally as it desires to take advantage of the rise in demand for home deliveries.

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

 The Robot Report Podcast · A look at Zipline’s future & the design of the ZIP Droid On the show this week cohosts Mike Oitzman and Gene Demaitre have a conversation with Zipline CTO and co-founder Keenan Wyrobek about the state of the company. We also get to learn more details about the design of the new ZIP delivery “Droid” with lead droid engineer, Stephen Killian.

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Design World

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

AutomationDirect has added a variety of ProSense and AchieVe brand submersible level transmitters to their growing lineup of level sensors. ProSense GPLT series general-purpose submersible level sensors are designed for water applications and offer a slim housing diameter in several sensing ranges and cable lengths. ProSense NFLT series non-fouling, submersible level sensors are designed for… The post AchieVe and ProSense submersible level transmitters from AutomationDirect appeared first

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Yesterday, a driverless Waymo robotaxi and a bicyclist were involved in an incident in San Francisco. The crash happened around 3 P.M., and the cyclist was able to leave the scene on their own after the crash, according to a statement from Waymo. Waymo’s entire statement about the incident is below: “On February 6th at 17th Street and Mississippi Street in San Francisco, one of our vehicles was involved in a collision with a bicyclist.

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Design World

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The IO-Link Gateway provides a wide range of valuable functions, such as advanced energy management, monitoring status information like flowing current or operating voltage, as well as remote control and parameterization of all connected LOCC-Box-Net modules. By incorporating a gateway into DC applications, each LOCC-Box-Net module can be configured and controlled individually or collectively as… The post IO-Link Gateway for networkable LOCC-Box ECBs appeared first on Design World.

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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?

Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

GXO uses a variety of warehouse automation to serve its customers. Source: GXO Logistics While warehouse automation is not yet in most facilities, adoption is rising for mobile robots, automated storage and retrieval systems, and more. Learn more in a panel discussion at the Robotics Summit & Expo in Boston. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses were wary of robots because of their novelty or failed pilot projects.

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The Fabricator

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Congress is working to renew tax provisions that have proven to be important cost-saving tools for metalworking companies.

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Robotics Automation News

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Whether you’re a professional mechanic or a vehicle enthusiast who loves dabbling in auto repair, having the right diagnostics tool in your garage can make all the difference. Heavy duty equipment diagnostics involves intricate processes and demands a diagnostic tool capable of handling such complexity.

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Control.com

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

ATX West is in full swing in Anaheim. Control Automation is checking out the action and visiting with many exciting companies sharing stories of incredible innovations that have happened in 2023.

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Robotics Automation News

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Cezanne HR, a trailblazing force in the realm of human resources innovation and the United Kingdom’s fastest-growing provider of contemporary, adaptable HR solutions catering to organisations across the UK and worldwide, has made a significant stride with the unveiling of its latest groundbreaking report, provocatively titled “It’s All HR’s Fault”.

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Drives & Controls

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Senseye, the UK-based condition monitoring specialist acquired by Siemens in 2022, has added a generative AI (artificial intelligence) function to its predictive maintenance Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), making it more conversational and intuitive to use. Siemens says the development will make human-machine interactions and predictive maintenance faster and more efficient by enhancing proven machine-learning capabilities with generative AI.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

GeelongPort has secured the prestigious Project of the Year award at the 2023 Endeavour Awards, a testament to their innovative efforts in transforming Corio Quay South precinct into the new home for Spirit of Tasmania. This ambitious undertaking spanned over two years and involved meticulous planning, coordination, and execution. GeelongPort’s dedicated project team and partners managed a trio of extensive construction packages encompassing marine works, landside construction, and refurbishing

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Drives & Controls

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

ABB has launched a liquid-cooled version of its SynRM (synchronous reluctance) motor, combining the benefits of IE5 energy efficiency with effective cooling. The motors, which were first previewed at the SPS exhibition in 2022, can save energy and cut emissions in new projects or as drop-in replacements for less efficient motors.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Lockheed Martin Australia has been awarded a $340m contract to provide integrated support and maintenance of the Australian Army’s newly acquired UH-60M Black Hawk utility fleet. Under the contract, Lockheed Martin Australia will employ over 200 aircraft maintenance engineers, logisticians, and skilled aviation technical jobs over the next five years across Holsworthy, Oakey and Brisbane.

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Plastics Today

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

You know you’re an engineer if you praise the draft in the red Solo cup, and you’re talking about its sloped design, not the contents.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The Queensland Train Manufacturing Program’s (QTMP) facility near Maryborough will be built with steel supplied by a Beenleigh company through a $40 million contract that will create new jobs and apprenticeship opportunities. Beenleigh Steel Fabrications has been awarded the government contract to supply and install 2400 tonnes of structural steel for the buildings that will make up the QTMP train manufacturing facility at Torbanlea, near Maryborough.

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

If you’ve ever run a 5K race, you know that the last mile often determines the winner.

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The Fabricator

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Tolland, Conn.-based Mastercam has hired Karen Gibbs as CFO.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

San Antonio, TX — February 7, 2024 — Frost & Sullivan recently researched the industrial AI solutions industry and, based on its findings, recognizes Beyond Limits with the 2023 Global Enabling Technology Leadership Award. Beyond Limits is an American company founded in 2014 that provides superior artificial intelligence (AI) solutions, combining numeric AI tools like machine learning and neural networks with symbolic AI techniques to deliver human-like reasoning and overcome the limitations

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The Fabricator

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

ESAB has introduced InduSuite WeldCloud Assembly, a cloud-based digital application that provides welding professionals with a new level of production traceability.

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

A common problem with too much choice is getting overwhelmed in finding the one item that is most relevant to you.

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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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The Fabricator

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The Power Tool Institute, a provider of power tool safety resources, information, and education, has announced the launch of an online safety video designed to help users better understand the safe way to use miter saws.

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i4.0 today

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Siemens Digital Industries Software announced today its Simcenter E-Machine Design software to help electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers and their associated supply chain to accurately predict the performance of e-machines, including axial flux electric drive units. The new solution from the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of industry software brings together electromagnetic and thermal simulation, helping reduce reliance on physical prototyping and enable the EV industry to accelerate innovation.

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Modern Machine Shop

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

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Metrology

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Is a tactile 3D measuring system needed that captures all relevant measuring points with a measuring probe? Or is an optical 3D measuring system preferable that digitizes entire surfaces in a contactless manner? The post Differentiating Between Tactile and Optical Measurement Technology for Dimensional Inspection appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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