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5 key applications for wedge anchors

Design World

Wedge anchors are among the most reliable and versatile concrete fasteners available, offering superior holding power in many situations. Due to their strength and ease of installation, they are the go-to choice for various heavy-duty applications across different industries. Wedge anchors are designed to perform in challenging environments, ensuring stability and security where it matters… The post 5 key applications for wedge anchors appeared first on Design World.

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Conveyor Upgrades Improve Production at Dish Network and Poultry Plant

Automation World

Regal Rexnord’s ModSort Divert and Transfer module and Boston Gear SS700 speed reducers address manual sorting errors at Dish Network and improve processing at poultry plant.

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Power Transmission leaders gather at PTDA 2024 Industry Summit to broaden horizons

Design World

The PTDA 2024 Industry Summit, held at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, CO, brought together over 425 power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) industry executives to explore the theme “Broadening Horizons. Elevating Excellence.” The event sparked fresh thinking and provided actionable insights for tackling key challenges within the PT/MC sector. Participants engaged in a series of forward-looking […] The post Power Transmission leaders gather at PTDA 2024 Industry Summit to broaden hori

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OEM Improves Output by 300% with New Servo Motors and Amplifiers

Automation World

Genesis Packaging Technologies, a vial capping equipment manufacturer, standardized on Mitsubishi Electric Automation technologies and cut its lead times in half.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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New servomotor series features integrated water cooling

Design World

With the AM8300 servomotor series, Beckhoff expands its drive technology portfolio to include modular motors with integrated water cooling. Compared to conventional convection-cooled motors, these devices support higher speed requirements and boost standstill torque by a factor of three. The efficient and effective cooling technology enables extreme power density, accommodating a rated power of up […] The post New servomotor series features integrated water cooling appeared first on Design

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MiR Launches Scalable, Cybersecurity-Enhanced AMR Fleet Management Software

Control.com

Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) has released MiR Fleet Enterprise, a software with robust cybersecurity measures and a user-friendly web interface for centralized and simplified AMR fleet control.

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AMRC Cymru and Japan Marine United partner for floating offshore wind research

Manufacturing Management

AMRC Cymru is working with Japan Marine United Corporation (JMU) as part of a strategic research partnership to develop floating offshore wind (FLOW) power in Wales, and the rest of the UK.

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Connectivity at the top of the world: Preserving the past, partnering for the future

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Highlighting Cisco's partnership with an extraordinary community in Utqiaġvik, Alaska that's breaking down barriers to create new access to education, technology, and opportunity.

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Global plastic production must be cut to curb pollution, study says

The Guardian Manufacturing

Analysis lays bare huge challenge of mismanaged waste on eve of UN plastic treaty talks in Busan Global plastic production must be reduced to tackle the immense challenge of plastic pollution , according to an analysis published on the eve of crucial talks to hammer out the world’s first legally binding treaty on plastic waste. Mismanaged plastic waste, which leaches into the environment and can be harmful to health, will double to 121m tonnes by 2050 if limits are not placed on the production o

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How one shop embraced change, anticipated trends in large fabrication

The Fabricator

South Dakota-based HMMI’s hiring practices, welding capabilities, and equipment investments have helped it become a provider of large, fabricated steel products.

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The Future of Manufacturing: Behind-the-Scene Insights from the IMTS Conference

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More grants for Tasmania’s manufacturing industry

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: winnievinzence/stock.adobe.com Grants of up to $20,000 are now available to help Tasmanian-based advanced manufacturing businesses grow. Premier and minister for Trade and Major Investment, Jeremy Rockliff, said the new Advanced Manufacturing Productivity Grant program was a key action of the recently released Advanced Manufacturing Action Plan.

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HGV market slows down as demand normalises following bumper year

SMMT

Heavy goods vehicle market falls by -6.0% in quarter compared with last year’s significant uptake. Decline driven by fall in demand for largest trucks, but overall uptake still above pre-pandemic levels. Zero emission truck market shrinks for first quarter this year, but share of overall market holds steady for year to date. SEE HGV REGISTRATIONS BY BRAND DOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE AND DATA TABLE New heavy goods vehicle (HGV) registrations fell by -6.0% in the third quarter, according to the latest

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VIC Gov’t invests in four local renewables manufacturers

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Studio-FI/stock.adobe.com Minister for Jobs and Industry Natalie Hutchins has announced four manufacturing businesses will share in more than $1 million of funding through the Made in Victoria – Energy Technologies Manufacturing Program. The businesses will be able to buy new equipment and technology to manufacture more components that support the road to zero emissions and renewable energy.

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Cisco Catalyst Center Template Labs – Dynamic Automation, Part 8

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

In this episode, we concentrate on dealing with dynamic evolving networks utilizing Autoconf, and EEM, to deploy low-impact mode for AAA.

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CNC Design Guide: Enhance Machining for Precision, Efficiency, and Cost Reduction

Unlock the full potential of CNC machining with our comprehensive design guide. Learn how to optimize your designs for precision, efficiency, and cost savings. Gain key insights on part complexity, tolerances, materials, finishes, and much more. Whether you’re developing prototypes or production parts, our guide offers practical tips to streamline your process and ensure high-quality results.

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CAPTRON joins UR+ to offer sensors through Universal Robots marketplace

Robotics Business Review

The TCP Calibration Sensors, now available in the Universal Robots marketplace, are designed for high repeatability and accuracy. Source: CAPTRON CAPTRON has announced its official UR+ partnership with Universal Robots A/S. The global sensor provider said its TCP Calibration Sensors, now available on the Universal Robots marketplace, deliver high precision and are integrated with UR collaborative robot arms.

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Cisco Catalyst Center Template Labs – PnP Preparation, Part 2

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

This episode focuses on PnP Preparation and the set up and configuration required to enable Plug and Play and the discovery capability.

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UK gets bus boost with year and a half of growth

SMMT

Number of new buses, coaches and minibuses joining UK roads up a third in Q3, marking six consecutive quarters of market growth. Demand rises in every segment with strongest growth in new minibus and single decker markets. Sector continues to lead road transport decarbonisation with ZEVs representing a fifth of registrations YTD. SEE BUS & COACH REGISTRATIONS BY BRAND DOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE AND DATA TABLE The number of new buses, coaches and minibuses joining UK roads grew by a third (36.1%)

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From Vision to Action: 6 Steps to a Successful Strategic Plan

CMTC Manufacturing Tech

In today's rapidly changing business landscape, having a well-defined strategic plan is more than just a good idea — it’s essential for long-term success and resilience. When done well, strategic planning fosters cohesion, focuses resources on the most impactful areas, and keeps teams motivated with a clear sense of purpose and direction. Moreover, it allows organizations to anticipate challenges and pivot when necessary, ensuring they are not only prepared for the future but also positioned to

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

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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Cisco Catalyst Center Template Labs – Application Visibility, Part 5

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

This episode focuses on deploying an Application Policy and enhancing Application Visibility through the use of CBAR via Catalyst Center.

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LOXO expands into Germany with self-driving logistics subsidiary

Robotics Business Review

LOXO’s Migronomous delivery service demonstrated the Alpha self-driving vehicle. Source: Schindler Group LOXO AG today opened its first international subsidiary in Munich, Germany. The Bern, Switzerland-based company has developed and deployed software-as-a-service, or SaaS, systems to provide autonomy to delivery vehicles. “Germany is a natural next step for LOXO as we continue our mission to revolutionize commercial vehicle automation in Europe,” said Amin Amini, CEO of LOXO.

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Cisco Catalyst Center Template Labs – Advanced Automation, Part 7

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

This episode of DNAC Template Labs focuses on delivering advanced automation via DNA Center and solving complex and dynamic network issues.

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New servomotor series features integrated water cooling

Motion Control Tips

With the AM8300 servomotor series, Beckhoff expands its drive technology portfolio to include modular motors with integrated water cooling. Compared to conventional convection-cooled motors, these devices support higher speed requirements and boost standstill torque by a factor of three. The efficient and effective cooling technology enables extreme power density, accommodating a rated power of up […] The post New servomotor series features integrated water cooling appeared first on Motion

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How To Select the Right Software for Innovation Management

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!

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Cisco Catalyst Center Template Labs – Onboarding Templates, Part 3

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

This episode focuses on building Onboarding Templates and the set up and configuration required to enable initial device configuration.

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Moxi reaches milestone of 100,000 autonomous elevator rides in hospitals

Robotics Business Review

A ‘humanoid for hospitals,’ Moxi has an arm for opening doors and operating elevators. Source: Diligent Robotics As development continues on humanoid robots, one mobile robot is already at work in hospitals. Diligent Robotics Inc. today announced that its Moxi robot has completed 110,000 autonomous elevator rides at health systems across the U.S.

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Cisco Catalyst Center Template Labs – DayN Templates, Part 4

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

This episode focuses on utilizing Catalyst Center to configure devices via DayN regular and composite templates.

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Asahi Kasei begins construction on EV battery separator plant in Port Colborne, Ont.

Canadian Manufacturing

PORT COLBORNE — The Ontario government says they are welcoming the start of construction on Asahi Kasei’s $1.7 billion manufacturing facility in Port Colborne to produce lithium-ion battery separators, a key component of electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The new plant is a part of Ontario’s growing end-to-end EV and battery supply chain, accelerating the production of Ontario-made EVs. “The start of construction on Asahi Kasei’s battery separator plant is a major step forward in build

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The Secrets to Zero-Waste Manufacturing: A ex-SpaceX Start-up Case Study

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.

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Cisco Catalyst Center Template Labs – Telemetry, Part 6

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

The episode focuses on enabling telemetry allowing Assurance increased visibility into user experience and enabling faultfinding.

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Portakabin delivers dairy innovation facility

Manufacturing Management

Portakabin, a York-based quality modular building provider, announced the upcoming completion of the Dairy Nexus, a research and innovation facility at Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) Barony Campus near Dumfries.

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Frost & Sullivan Launches FrostAI to Help Organisations Identify and Leverage Growth Opportunities

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

Accelerating your Transformational Growth Journey: FrostAI’s elevated user experience acts as your company’s Growth Partner London, UK, 14 November 2024 — Frost & Sullivan proudly announces the launch of FrostAI, designed to transform the way organisations access and utilise industry insights. FrostAI uses advanced natural language processing (NLP) to allow users to interact with its analytics platform in conversational language, moving beyond traditional keyword limitations.

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Contrail avoidance is a ‘simple and cheap’ way for aviation to reduce its climate impact

E&T

Climate-damaging vapours emitted from aircraft jet engines could be tackled for less than £4 per flight, according to a new study by campaign group Transport & Environment.

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How to Master Product Portfolio Management

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.