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Robotic Palletising Solutions

Granta Automation

Granta Automation’s robotic palletising solutions are designed to bring precision, scalability, and efficiency to your operations. From compact designs for tight spaces to collaborative robots that integrate seamlessly with human operators, our solutions cater to businesses of all sizes. A … Continue reading → The post Robotic Palletising Solutions first appeared on Granta Automation.

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Plex Connected Worker at Automation Fair

Gary Mintchell

Anthony Murphy, Vice President and Head of Product Management at Plex, a Rockwell Automation Company, met with me for a bit at the recent Automation Fair. I had toured the show floor captivated by the demo of the connected factory worker. I’ve followed the workflow technology for many years. Companies keep improving both the technology and the utility.

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World-leading Moderna vaccine facility opens in VIC

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: wacomka/stock.adobe.com The Southern Hemisphere’s only mRNA manufacturing facility has opened in Victoria to ensure world-class mRNA vaccines and medicines can be made in Australia. Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan today joined federal minister for Health and Aged Care Mark Butler and acting minister for Economic Growth Danny Pearson to open Moderna’s facility at Monash University’s Clayton campus.

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Inside a CNC-Machined Gothic Monastery in Wyoming

Modern Machine Shop

All images provided by the Monks of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel. The Carmelite monks of Wyoming — known formally as the Monks of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel — are a contemplative, cloistered community established in 2003 by two men in a remote Rocky Mountain territory in Meeteetse, Wyoming, about a two-hour drive west of the Bighorn National Forest.

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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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Connectors meet standards for shock, vibration, and ingress protection

Design World

binder’s molded M16 circular connectors are designed for applications ranging from heavy-duty machinery like construction cranes and excavators to precision-driven laboratory equipment. They are engineered to meet diverse requirements and ensure stable and reliable connections in extreme conditions, such as freezing temperatures and exposure to dirt and dust.

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Every minute matters: Fighting fires with RASCAL

Manufacturer's Monthly

RASCAL was developed by Siemens and Centric PA, in conjunction with the NSW RFS. Image: Siemens Siemens and Centric PA have collaborated on an innovative time-saving technology that’s not only helping New South Wales Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) save precious minutes during fire emergencies, but also helping control harmful carbon emissions from fires.

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Energy giant announces $200 million green hydrogen investment

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Zainab / stock.adobe.com Japanese oil company, ENEOS, is set to increase its production of green hydrogen using its own technology in Queensland. From 2026, ENEOS will produce up to 680 kilograms of green hydrogen per day at Bulwer Island by building and running a $200 million demonstration plant. Minister for Finance, Trade, Employment and Training Ros Bates, who is leading the current trade mission to Japan and the Republic of Korea, said the announcement highlighted Queensland’s contin

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Clearpath Robotics discusses development of Husky A300 ground vehicle

Robotics Business Review

The Husky A300 is designed to be tougher and have longer endurance than the A200. Source: Clearpath Robotics Developers of robots for indoor or outdoor use have a new platform to build on. In October, Clearpath Robotics Inc. released the Husky A300, the latest version of its flagship mobile robot for research and development. The Waterloo, Ontario-based company said it has improved the system’s speed, weather resistance, payload capacity, and runtime. “Husky A200 has been on the mark

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First AUKUS Defence industry contracts awarded

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: razihusin/stock.adobe.com The Federal Government has awarded several contracts under a qualification process that paves the way for the Australian businesses to enter UK and US submarine supply chains. The Defence Industry Vendor Qualification (DIVQ) Program aims to enable Australian businesses to supply their products and services into the AUKUS trilateral submarine industrial base.

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TECHNOMET instrument enclosures now offer more handle options

Design World

METCASE’s premium TECHNOMET desktop instrument enclosures can now be specified without a handle, or with recessed side handles or a tilt/swivel bail arm. The choice of handle options makes these elegant aluminum enclosures readily portable. Applications include medical/wellness, test and measurement equipment, industrial control, peripheral devices and interfaces, switchboxes, communications and laboratory equipment.

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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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Highlights from the Advanced Manufacturing Readiness Facility Showcase 2024

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Prime Creative Media This morning marked a milestone in the journey towards the opening of Bradfield’s Advanced Manufacturing Readiness Facility (AMRF), a hub that accelerates innovation by providing businesses with advanced technology, expertise, training, and networks to grow faster, reduce risks, and compete globally. The AMRF 2024 Showcase in Penrith, brought together industry leaders and innovators to discuss a facility that in the near future will be able to advance capabiliti

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EPLAN, Siemens enable seamless data interoperability in machine engineering

Design World

Seamless data exchange between Siemens’ Teamcenter X software, TIA-Selection Tool and the EPLAN software Collaboration improves tool chain in machine engineering Machine builders can realize their projects in construction, operation and expansion faster and more efficiently This will be achieved by both companies significantly expanding data interoperability between their offerings.

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Sci-fi becomes reality

Manufacturer's Monthly

The FRACTL Portable High Energy Laser system set up for testing alongside an Australian Defence Force vehicle. Images: Department of Defence Amidst the plethora of uncrewed vehicles used globally, the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and AIM Defence have developed the Army’s first in-use directed energy weapon for Counter-small uncrewed aerial systems (C-sUAS) exploration – a laser system.

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Motion set to acquire International Conveyor and Rubber (ICR) by end of year

Design World

Motion signed a definitive purchase agreement to acquire the operating assets of U.S.-based International Conveyor and Rubber (ICR). The transaction is expected to close at the end of December 2024, subject to customary closing conditions. ICR services commercial and industrial customers in the eastern U.S. Headquartered in Blairsville, Pennsylvania, the company has seven locations, offering… The post Motion set to acquire International Conveyor and Rubber (ICR) by end of year appeared fir

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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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New data shows number of vocational students in SA grows

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Art_Photo/stock.adobe.com New data released shows that more people are studying in areas of economic priority for South Australia than the previous year. The National Centre for Vocational Education and Research (NCVER) Government Funded Students January–June 2024 report covers government-funded vocational education and training (VET) activity figures for the first six months of 2024.

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AWS offers accelerated robotics simulation with NVIDIA

Robotics Business Review

AWS and Isaac Sim can help accelerate robotics development, says NVIDIA. NVIDIA Corp. today announced at AWS re:Invent enhanced tools for robotics developers, as well as the availability of NVIDIA DGX Cloud on Amazon Web Services and offerings for artificial intelligence and quantum computing. The company said that NVIDIA Isaac Sim is now available on NVIDIA L40S graphics processing units (GPUs) in Amazon Elastic Cloud Computing (EC2) G6e instances.

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The G350 from GROB

Dinesh Mishra

The G350, one of GROB’s proven 5-axis universal machines, is known for its flexibility and efficiency in the machining industry and will be demonstrating its broad machining spectrum live at IMTEX 2025. The G350 impresses with its compact design. Thanks to the intelligent arrangement of the tool magazine, the machine width has been reduced from 2,450 mm to a compact 2,000 mm without compromising performance.

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China’s Threat to Ban Critical Mineral Exports Is Not a Bluff

Industry Week

Rare-earth mineral restrictions are a very real option that the US should be actively preparing for.

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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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Yokogawa Releases OpreX Batch MES for Improved Chemical Processing

Control.com

The new OpreX Batch MES software package is designed to reduce errors and headaches in small-batch manufacturing of fine chemicals like fragrances and semiconductor photoresists.

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DECIDE forms its Advisory Board with AI guru David Millan and former executives from IBM and Accenture

i4.0 today

DECIDE, a European technology consultancy with over 16 years of experience in developing software solutions based on advanced analytics and artificial intelligence, has announced the formation of its new Advisory Board. This strategic council comprises prominent figures from the technology and business sectors, with the aim of guiding the company in its ambitious growth and international expansion strategy.

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What is a Citizen Integrator?

Seeburger

The concept of the citizen integrator is gaining prominence among professionals exploring iPaaS Integration (Integration Platform as a Service). But what exactly is a citizen integrator, and how do they fit into corporate integration strategies?

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May Mobility launches autonomous shuttle service at Toyota site

Robotics Automation News

May Mobility, an autonomous driving technology company, has launch a corporate autonomous vehicle service that will utilize the Toyota-manufactured e-Palette vehicle. The mobility-as-a-service (MaaS) vehicle platform will be operated in Toyota’s Miyata factory, in Fukuoka, Japan. The full name of the site is the Toyota Motor Kyushu (TMK) Miyata factory.

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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).

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US Unveils Fresh Export Curbs Targeting China's Chip Sector

Industry Week

The new U.S. rules include controls on two dozen types of chip-making equipment and three kinds of software tools for developing or producing semiconductors.

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Q3 2024 global semiconductor equipment billings grew: SEMI report

Canadian Manufacturing

Q3 2024 Global Semiconductor Equipment Billings Grew 19% Year-Over-Year, SEMI Reports MILPITAS — Global semiconductor equipment billings increased 19% year-over-year to US$30.38 billion in the third quarter of 2024, while quarter-over-quarter billings registered 13% growth during the same period, SEMI announced in its Worldwide Semiconductor Equipment Market Statistics (WWSEMS) Report. “The global semiconductor equipment market recorded robust growth in the third quarter of 2024 driven by

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China Curbs Exports of Key Chipmaking Components to US

Industry Week

In its own latest curbs, Washington on Monday announced restrictions on sales, without additional permission, to 140 companies including Chinese chip firms Piotech and SiCarrier.

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Siemens, Eplan partner to streamline engineering and production processes for machine builders

Automation Mag

Siemens and Eplan are partnering to make engineering and production processes for their customers in machine and line building more efficient. According to an Eplan press statement, both companies are significantly expanding data interoperability between their offerings. The automated interaction between Siemens’ Teamcenter X software, TIA Portal, Eplan Electric P8 and Eplan Pro Panel makes engineering information available right on Eplan and vice-versa.

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The 2nd Generation of Innovation Management: A Survival Guide

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?

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The Importance of Warehousing & Distribution Management

CMTC Manufacturing Tech

Effective warehousing and distribution management is the backbone of a successful supply chain. In today’s fast-paced and competitive market, businesses must ensure that their goods are stored efficiently, tracked accurately, and delivered on time to meet customer expectations and drive profitability. From inventory optimization and space utilization to seamless order fulfillment, a well-managed warehousing and distribution system can minimize costs, reduce errors, and enhance operational effici

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How tube fabricators get the most out of flap disks

The Fabricator

Flap disks reduce the number of tools needed to perform tube surface finishing operations.

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UK government to publish new critical minerals strategy in 2025

Manufacturing Management

The UK government will publish a new critical minerals strategy in the spring of 2025, Industry Minister Sarah Jones is set to tell the Resourcing Tomorrow mining conference.

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Jaguar finally unveils electric-powered concept car after online backlash

E&T

Jaguar has finally unveiled concepts for its upcoming electric car, which will debut next year, following a controversial advertising campaign.

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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?