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TITAN robotic arm from PIAP Space aims to automate in-orbit inspection

Robotics Business Review

PIAP said it expects systems like TITAN to be deployed before the end of this decade. | Source: PIAP Space PIAP Space Sp. z o. o., a Polish developer of robotics for space applications, aims to use robotics to cut down the time and cost of maintaining multimillion-dollar satellites. The company yesterday released its TITAN robotic arm, which can perform in-orbit inspections, repairs, and satellite upgrades.

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IFS attracts 15 billion euro valuation, new investment

Automation Mag

April 11, 2025, London, U.K. Cloud enterprise software and industrial AI applications provider IFS has achieved a valuation of over 15 billion euros following a significant pivot to AI-driven growth. The valuation comes as Hg Capital increases its stake to become a co-control shareholder alongside EQT AB, while TA Associates remain a minority shareholder.

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Building a universal robotics platform with BOW

Robotics Business Review

The Robot Report Podcast Building a Universal Robotics Platform with BOW The Robot Report Podcast Ali Kashani on the Future of Last-Mile Logistics In Episode 191 of The Robot Report Podcast, co-hosts Mike Oitzman and Eugene Demaitre interview Nick Thompson, co-founder of and CEO of BOW, along with Daniel Camilleri, founder and chief technology officer of BOW.

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What is SD-WAN? How to Increase Manufacturing Safety

Automation World

How can manufacturers detect and protect against network disruptions with software-defined wide area networks (SD-WANs)? Test yourself with this quiz.

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Retrofits Are Falling Short: Here’s Why You Need MES + ERP Together

Manufacturing today requires both agility and precision. Traditional ERP systems provide enterprise-wide management but lack real-time execution power needed on the shop floor. ION Factory OS by First Resonance bridges this gap, combining the strengths of ERP and MES for seamless integration. While ERP handles long-term strategic oversight, ION Factory OS delivers real-time production control, ensuring speed, flexibility, and precision.

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Carlo Gavazzi Automation releases new series of IP67 cord-sets

Automation Mag

April 11, 2025, Lainate, Italy Carlo Gavazzi Automation has launched its new series of IP67 PVC cord-sets, the CON series. Expanding beyond their existing sensor families, the company is now producing single-ended and double-ended A-coded cord-sets, they reported in a press statement. The main technical features include: A-coded single-ended and double-ended variants.

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Semiconductor manufacturing equipment sales surge to $117 billion

Robotics Automation News

Worldwide sales of semiconductor manufacturing equipment increased 10 percent to $117.1 billion in 2024 from $106.3 billion in 2023, according to a report by SEMI, the industry association representing the global electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. The data is now available in the Worldwide Semiconductor Equipment Market Statistics (WWSEMS) report.

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HHLA Sky merges with Third Element Aviation

Robotics Automation News

HHLA Sky, a mobile robotics company, is to merger with drone manufacturer Third Element Aviation. This union between long-standing partners establishes a dominant European provider specializing in the automation of drone and mobile robot fleets on an industrial scale.

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Partnering for success in developing robotic solutions

Motion Control Tips

To turn a motion concept for a robotics application into reality, dedicated engineering expertise can be invaluable. Antonio Herrera Global Strategic Marketing – Surgical and Industrial Robotics Portescap Robotics is among the fastest growing technologies today, transforming a multitude of segments in consumer, industrial and commercial applications.

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Top 20 electric vehicle charging infrastructure companies in 2025​

Robotics Automation News

The electric vehicle (EV) revolution is gathering pace. With governments tightening emissions regulations and automakers shifting production lines to accommodate EV models, the charging infrastructure industry has become a vital piece of the future mobility puzzle.

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How to streamline part transfer between production stages

The Fabricator

A color-coded visual marking system can help a metal fabricator tame its work-in-process.

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6 Common Production Scheduling Mistakes Manufacturers Make

Effective shop floor production planning and execution can be challenging. Despite technological advancements and methodologies, many manufacturing production managers still encounter issues that result in late orders, cash flow difficulties, and dissatisfied customers. These challenges can disrupt operations, reduce efficiency, and impact overall profitability.

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How Sustainable is Your Label? UPM Raflatac Knows

Plastics Today

The global company establishes a new labeling industry standard by embedding sustainability footprint data in customer quotes.

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Top 30 industrial robotics companies in 2025

Robotics Automation News

The industrial robotics landscape in 2025 has evolved significantly since our 2018 overview. With over 4.2 million robots operating globally, the industry has seen a surge in installations, particularly in Asia, which accounts for 70 percent of new deployments.

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Gas boilers overtake transport as biggest source of air pollution in central London

E&T

Gas boilers are now thought to be the primary source of nitrogen oxide pollution in central London as other sources such as vehicles have declined.

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My Trolley Mate: A Smarter Way to Shop

Manufacturing Management

An Edinburgh-based IT professional is making a move into product design, with her debut product My Trolley Mate set to make shopping easier when it launches this spring, thanks to a recent funding boost to kick-start her business idea.

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Agility Amid Tariffs & Supply Chain Disruptions

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

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Hydrogen-powered cruise ship set to take to the seas in 2026

E&T

The worlds first cruise ship to be powered entirely by hydrogen is currently under construction in Italy, with delivery scheduled for late 2026.

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Tackling the Skills Gap in Manufacturing

Manufacturing Management

A new report into the 2025 skills and recruitment outlook of SMEs in England found over nine in 10 (92% of businesses) in manufacturing are anticipating a skills gap within their business, with a third at entry level (33%).

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Palletizing Robot Accelerates the Adoption of Unmanned Factories in the Food Industry

Manufacturing Tomorrow

With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence and automation technology, "unmanned factories" are being widely implemented across various industries, further driving the demand for Industrial Robot solutions. Among them, the Palletizing Robot has become a key automation solution in the food industry, offering high efficiency, reliability, and low energy consumption.

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China’s GPMI cable could replace HDMI and USB with faster data and higher power

E&T

A new cable designed to replace HDMI and USB by offering more data bandwidth and power availability has been unveiled by a consortium of Chinese tech firms.

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Emergent Energy Optimizes Steam Systems with Panoramic Power’s Technology

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.

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CNC development history and processing principles

Manufacturing Tomorrow

From the meshing of mechanical gears to the flow of digital signals, CNC technology has rewritten the underlying logic of the manufacturing industry in 70 years. It is not only an upgrade of machine tools, but also a leap in the ability of humans to transform abstract thinking into physical entities.

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‘World first’ 3D-printed railway station assembled overnight in Japan

E&T

In just six hours, a new 3D-printed train station was installed in the rural town of Arida, Japan in what railway operators are calling a world first.

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transcosmos joins Mitsubishi Electric's e-F@ctory Alliance and offers DX services in FA area

Manufacturing Tomorrow

Co-creates solutions towards digital manufacturing

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John Deere recognizes Olympic Steel, Worthington Steel as Partner-level suppliers

The Fabricator

DeereandCo. has named Olympic Steel Inc. and Worthington Steel as Partner-level suppliers for 2024 in its John Deere Achieving Excellence Program.

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Accelerate Americas Manufacturing Agility & Supply Chain Resilience

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.

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PULS Announces NEC Class 2 Compliant Electronic Circuit Breakers

Control.com

PULS has expanded its existing PISA-M series to include 4-channel NEC Class 2 compliant electronic circuit breakers designed to reduce control cabinet complexity and improve safety.

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Ascent Industries Co. completes sale of Bristol Metals LLC

The Fabricator

Ascent Industries Co., Schaumburg, Ill., a producer and distributor of specialty chemicals and industrial tubular products, has sold substantially all the assets of Bristol Metals LLC to Ta Chen Intl. Inc.

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Patlite Simplifies Machine Monitoring With LR5-LAN Signal Towers

Control.com

The new LR5-LAN series eliminates the need for an output contact board. Now, operators can connect the signal towers directly to an industrial PC or PLC, enabling control via Ethernet communication.

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Bodor Laser achieves top fiber laser cutting machine sales volume

The Fabricator

Bodor Laser has announced it has achieved the No. 1 position in global fiber laser cutting machine sales volume, according to Shenzhen Qianzhan Industry Research Institute.

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Unmasking Energy Waste: Manufacturing’s Hidden Inefficiencies and Costly Impacts

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.

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Advanced cryotherapy by CryoPhit USA with smart monitoring

Design World

By replacing traditional liquid nitrogen systems with electric cooling and smart diagnostics, CryoPhit USA simplifies system management and enhances reliability for cryotherapy providers. Cryotherapycontrolled exposure to extremely cold temperaturesis gaining popularity in wellness centers, gyms, and even some medical clinics. Commonly used by athletes and individuals managing pain or injury, cryotherapy offers potential benefits in… The post Advanced cryotherapy by CryoPhit USA with smart

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Are You Seeing the Full Picture in Your Risk Assessments?

Gary Mintchell

A company called Armexa, new to me in the cybersecurity ecosystem, sent a release about an analysis they made regarding the thoroughness of risk assessments. They advocate a bow-tie method, detailed below. This is not my area of expertise, so I pass along as a tool in your belt. The Blind Spots in Most Risk Assessments Many cybersecurity assessments fall short because they only focus on one or two parts of the puzzle instead of the full picture.

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More than a million EVs on UK roads as vehicle ownership reaches new high

SMMT

Record 42 million vehicles on UK roads in 2024, as volumes rise 1.4%, with cars up 1.3% to 36,165,401 units. Number of electric cars in use hits monumental milestone, passing the one million mark with more than 1.3 million now on the road, up 38.9% year on year. Average car fleet CO 2 emissions down -1.6% as an ever-expanding EV model choice plus lower-emission hybrids and conventionally fuelled vehicles replace older units.

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Are Heat Shields The Key to Unlocking a Future Space Economy?

21st Century Tech

When the Orion capsule experienced reentry during the Artemis I test flight in 2022, its thermal protection system (TPS), the heat shield, did not perform as expected, losing large chunks of material in a process called spallation. The cause was a build-up of gasses in the TPS that caused shredding and cracking. The heat shield is being redesigned. When John Glenn, in 1962, during the first orbit of his Friendship 7 Mercury capsule, was alerted to the heat shield potentially becoming detached, a

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The Supply Chain in 2025: What to Expect

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).