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Automation World
MAY 22, 2024
Siemens continues to expand its cloud-based digital thread software-as-a-service for manufacturers of all sizes with new product additions and Microsoft Azure availability.
Automation World
MAY 22, 2024
Siemens continues to expand its cloud-based digital thread software-as-a-service for manufacturers of all sizes with new product additions and Microsoft Azure availability.
Design World
MAY 22, 2024
ASM’s new posiwire sensors, the WST61, WST85 and WST21, combine linear position determination and inclination measurement, ensuring easy installation and cost-effectiveness. In many applications, such as telescopic crane booms, transport cranes, machines for the pharmaceutical industry and in medical technology, both linear position and inclination need to be determined.
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Gary Mintchell
MAY 22, 2024
The human resources department of one large company I worked for traveled to the various manufacturing sites leading management seminars. I can still remember one where they put up one of those consultant’s 2×2 matrices. They compared “feel for people” versus “intellectual control of emotions.” Good and Poor. Of course, the top right box was good in each category.
Design World
MAY 22, 2024
Thordon Bearings has secured a significant contract to convert the rubber tail shaft bearings across an entire fleet of Panama-operating tugs, pilot vessels, and workboats to water-lubricated polymer bearings. The agreement with the unnamed operator follows the successful retrofitting of Thordon’s SXL tail shaft bearings to twelve of its twin-screw tugs last year during scheduled […] The post Thordon Bearings secures contract to convert rubber tailshaft bearings across fleet of tugs appear
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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!
Automation World
MAY 22, 2024
Definitions of the digital thread tend to vary, but Siemens’ bills of material approach gets to the core of data usage from engineering design through to the supply chain.
Design World
MAY 22, 2024
Materials: Acetal, Brass, Stainless Steel Bore Size: 0.125 in. (2mm) – 0.6250 in. (14mm) Outer Diameter: 0.25 in. (6.3mm) – 0.625 in. (25.41mm) Length(closed): 1.5 in. (38.1mm) – 10.1 in. (256mm) Stainless steel telescoping universal joints are offered in a number of sizes and are heat and corrosion-resistant. Telescoping miniature universal joints feature zero backlash […] The post COMMERCIAL TELESCOPING UNIVERSAL JOINTS from SDP/SI appeared first on Design World.
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Design World
MAY 22, 2024
AVAILABLE IN: Materials: Acetal Bore Size: 1/8-in. (2mm) – 3/8-in. (10mm) Outer Diameter: 1/4-in. (6.3mm) – 5/8-in. (15.9mm) Length: 3/4-in. (19mm) – 4 13/32-in. (111.8mm) Plastic universal joints are inexpensive, dampen vibration, electrically insulating, and are well suited for low-torque applications. We offer a wide variety of sizes and styles as standard catalog items.
Robotics Business Review
MAY 22, 2024
A recent cadaver trial showcased AiM’s robot in a fully direct MRI-guided procedure for bilateral deep brain stimulation lead placement. | Source: AiM Medical Robotics AiM Medical Robotics is taking the next steps to validate its robot for deep brain stimulation in Parkinson’s patients. The company is partnering with the Surgical Navigation and Robotics (SNR) Lab at Harvard and has entered into a clinical research agreement with the Clinical Trial Office at Brigham and Women’s
Design World
MAY 22, 2024
AutomationDirect has added new discrete and relay I/O expansion modules to the Productivity PLC family. For the Productivity1000 PLC series, a 4-channel, high-current relay output module is now available. This module provides up to 7A/point for both DC and AC control circuits and features four Form C (normally open/normally closed) contacts. For the Productivity2000 PLC… The post Productivity1000 and Productivity2000 relay & TTL modules from AutomationDirect appeared first on Design W
E&T
MAY 22, 2024
Rolls-Royce SMR is partnering with the University of Sheffield to launch a new facility to manufacture and test prototype modules for its small modular reactor (SMR) nuclear power plants.
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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.
Robotics Business Review
MAY 22, 2024
The Cumbria Robotics Cluster had its official launch at the HRAICE event. Source: Industrial Solutions Hub Among the ingredients for a successful regional robotics cluster are an industry focus and institutional support. The Cumbria Robotics Cluster yesterday marked its official launch in the U.K. It builds on nuclear decommissioning efforts and plans to work with other organizations to build recognition of the county in northwestern England as a globally recognized center of excellence for fiel
Control.com
MAY 22, 2024
This article will focus on the basic building blocks of the Python programming language that are core to interacting with programs, including strings, integers, floats, and booleans.
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
MAY 22, 2024
The new 2024 Global Networking Trends Report is a compelling look at networking readiness among global IT organizations. We heard from 2,050 IT professionals in 13 countries about their investment strategies and the advanced architectures and capabilities they believe will prove transformational within the next two years.
Industry Week
MAY 22, 2024
IndustryWeek’s 2024 technology survey digs into data collection and analysis, cuts through AI hype, indicates new interest in automation and suggests one of our predictions this year was completely wrong.
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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.
Robotics Business Review
MAY 22, 2024
The Robot Report Podcast · Configuring the future of robotics In this episode of The Robot Report Podcast , Steve Crowe and Mike Oitzman discuss the news of the week, then we hear recent interviews with Mike Oitzman and Ting Ming Ling, founder and CEO of OTSAW. Next, we hear Eugene Demaitre interview Etienne Lacroix, CEO and founder of VENTION at the recent Robotics Summit.
Plastics Today
MAY 22, 2024
Smart manufacturing tools can be surprisingly inexpensive and simple to install and use. Ananth Seshan is on a mission to bring the technology to small and medium size manufacturers.
Robotics Business Review
MAY 22, 2024
Hokuyo’s YLM-10LX 3D uses Lumotive’s patented LCM optical beamforming for robotics applications. Source: Lumotive Perception technology continues to evolve for autonomous systems, becoming more robust and compact. Lumotive and Hokuyo Automatic Co. today announced the commercial release of the YLM-10LX 3D lidar sensor, which they claimed “represents a major leap forward in applying solid-state, programmable optics to transform 3D sensing.” The product uses Lumotive’s
E&T
MAY 22, 2024
The UK government has announced that Wylfa is its preferred site for the UK’s third mega-nuclear power station and will now start launching talks with global energy firms to explore the building of it.
Speaker: Shalini Dinesh
Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.
Automation Mag
MAY 22, 2024
SICK held a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the beginning of construction on a $64 million expansion at the SICK Office and Customer Resource Building in Bloomington, the company’s North American headquarters. The company shared that the expansion provides an additional 139,000 square feet on four floors, each designed with purpose and functionality of labs, including engineering, vision software and applications, robotics, conveyors, and research & development.
Robotics Automation News
MAY 22, 2024
CNC machining is the new-age solution for most of the stainless steel fabrication work. The precision, speed and repeatability of the CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machines far outweigh any old school method followed. It can be employed in stainless steel fabrication as it is a versatile metal for crafting complex parts and components.
E&T
MAY 22, 2024
A new study by World Weather Attribution (WWA) has found that the total rainfall experienced during autumn and winter 2023/24 was made 10 times more likely and was 20% wetter due to human-induced climate change.
Robotics Automation News
MAY 22, 2024
In today’s digital age, cybersecurity is not just a necessity but a critical component in safeguarding a business’s assets and reputation. As threats evolve and become more sophisticated, businesses of all sizes must prioritize robust cybersecurity practices to protect their information and systems.
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Measuring innovation success is critical yet challenging for organizations, often leading to confusion over which KPIs to use. Many rely on inappropriate metrics borrowed from other departments, wasting resources and overlooking valuable opportunities. This guide outlines why innovation metrics are hard to track and offers a framework for creating effective KPIs.
Canadian Manufacturing
MAY 22, 2024
BC Ferries to buy four zero-emission ferries and required terminal charging infrastructure. (CNW Group/Canada Infrastructure Bank) VANCOUVER — The Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) has reached financial close on a $75 million loan to BC Ferry Services Inc. to help finance the purchase of four zero-emission ferries and install the required charging infrastructure.
Robotics Automation News
MAY 22, 2024
In the crowded marketplace of Amazon, maximizing your product visibility is crucial for standing out among millions of listings. From optimizing your product listings to leveraging powerful tools like the smartminded Keyword Tool, there are several strategies you can employ to increase your chances of success.
ATS
MAY 22, 2024
Share There’s always a risk of sudden and unexpected failures, even with an effective preventive maintenance strategy in place. An emergency maintenance strategy ensures the team knows what to do when this kind of thing happens. This blog answers the questions, “What is emergency maintenance and what’s involved in planning for it?” What is emergency maintenance?
Robotics Automation News
MAY 22, 2024
As we continue to move further into our technologically-enriched lives, the internet continues to dominate our day-to-day activities. From talking to friends and shopping to learning new things or traveling the world, this technology enables us to do this and more from the comfort of our homes. Nevertheless, a veritable doubt exists.
Speaker: Paul Heller
Most innovation work proceeds independently from company strategy. As a result, the products that arrive in the market are not well aligned with the company’s goals. This challenge is particularly significant in organizations with transformation-oriented strategies, where innovation must directly support growth, scalability, and strategic pivots. In this session, we will discuss why innovation in large companies is so often not aligned with the company’s strategy and what innovation leaders, pro
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
MAY 22, 2024
Learn more about the role of resilient ecosystems and how it can help humans and nature navigate a changing climate.
Robotics Automation News
MAY 22, 2024
Counter-Strike 2 boasts an extensive array of weapon skins, each adding a unique touch of flair to the game’s arsenal. Among these collections, the Anubis Collection stands out for its distinct Egyptian-inspired designs and intricate details.
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
MAY 22, 2024
Learn about changes impacting developers with Android 14 application migration, and challenges we encountered during the migration and testing of the Meraki Systems Manager application.
Robotics Automation News
MAY 22, 2024
The digital landscape is full of restrictions. The quest for unrestricted internet access has birthed clever methods to bypass IP bans. In this regard, netizens worldwide are always innovating. They create everything from simple workarounds to complex strategies to reclaim their online freedom. This article covers clever techniques for accessing the web unrestricted.
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Innovation varies widely across sectors and organizations, creating value in diverse forms. Understanding different types is crucial for R&D teams to foster creativity and uncover missed opportunities. This guide explores 25 key types of innovation in management frameworks.
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