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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Project CETI uses AI and robotics to track down sperm whales

Robotics Business Review

Sperm whales spend, on average, 10 minutes of every hour on the surface, presenting challenges for researchers studying them. | Source: Project CETI In the chilly waters off the New England coast, researchers from the Cetacean Translation Initiative, Project CETI, can spend hours searching and waiting for an elusive sperm whale to surface. During the minutes the whales spend above water, the researchers need to gather as much information as possible before the animals dive back beneath the surfa

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DigiKey debuts Season 3  of the Supply Chain Transformed series

Design World

DigiKey, a global commerce distributor offering technical components and automation products, announces the release of Season 3 of the Supply Chain Transformed video series, sponsored by Omron Automation and onsemi. The new season will focus on innovative technologies, including IoT, fueling the logistics industry’s future. The world of logistics is undergoing a widespread digital transformation.

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

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Jaguar boss says it has shown ‘fearless creativity’ with new electric car

The Guardian Manufacturing

Carmaker, which has faced backlash over rebrand, will reveal production-ready version of Type 00 in late 2025 Experts’ verdict on Jaguar’s electric car launch Jaguar unveils much-hyped electric car after online leak Business live – latest updates Jaguar’s design boss has said the car brand has shown “fearless creativity” as he unveiled a much-hyped electric vehicle that had attracted an online backlash over its unusual marketing campaign.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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Swindon Silicon Systems returns to sponsor Elektra Awards 2024

Manufacturing Management

Mixed signal ASIC specialist and Sensata Technologies company, Swindon Silicon Systems, returns as the Design Tool and Development Software category sponsor for the Elektra Awards.

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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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Quick adjust flange collars now with hex and square bores

Motion Control Tips

An expanding line of quick adjust flange collars for mechanical drive systems where regular adjustments are required has been introduced by Stafford Manufacturing Corp. of Wilmington, MA. Python flange collars feature a split hub on the flange that allows easy installation and an integrated Flip-Lok lever-operated clamp that permits one-handed tightening and positioning.

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10 Marketing Trends for Fintech Companies in 2025

Robotics Automation News

Fintech companies are shaking up the financial world. Whether it’s rethinking how we bank, save, or invest, fintech is leading the charge. But staying competitive in 2025 will take more than innovative products – it’s all about how you market them.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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Hexagon AI-Powered CAM Software Streamlines Part Programming

Modern Machine Shop

Source: Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division has announced its ProPlanAI CAM programming tool, which is said to cut the time taken to program factory machine tools by 75%. Powered by Microsoft Azure services built into Hexagon’s cloud-based Nexus connectivity and collaboration platform for discrete manufacturers, the AI technology is said to enable machine shops to achieve operational excellence at scale.

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How To Align Product Management And Supply Chain Operations For Successful Product Launches

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.

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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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Caron Engineering Appoints New Members to Executive Team

Modern Machine Shop

The new appointees include (from left to right) Joe Gagnon, Joel Tessier, Brianna Toulouse, Derrill Vezina. Source: Caron Engineering Inc. Caron Engineering Inc. has announced the appointment of a new C-suite leadership team to enhance operations and technological innovation. Rob Caron, founder and CEO of Caron Engineering, introduces the following executive appointments: Joel Tessier, COO —With over 35 years of service, Joel Tessier is said to offers depth of knowledge and commitment to e

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Navigating the OT cyber threat landscape

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Thapana_Studio/stock.adobe.com Dragos’ Executive Guide to Manufacturing provides strategies to secure Operational Technology environments, protect assets, and implement cybersecurity. Manufacturing environments are increasingly becoming targets for cyber adversaries. The digitalisation of manufacturing processes has blurred the lines between IT (Information Technology) and OT (Operational Technology), making it easier for threats to proliferate from enterprise IT into OT environments.

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Sandvik Coromant Damping Mechanism Enhances Turning Adapters

Modern Machine Shop

Source: Sandvik Coromant Sandvik Coromant has upgraded the damping mechanism for its Silent Tools turning adapters for consistent performance and improved surface finish during internal turning operations at long overhangs. The adapters integrate seamlessly with the company’s latest generation of CoroTurn SL cutting heads, which feature side-oriented internal through coolant.

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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.