Securing Safe Robotic Workplaces
Automation World
JANUARY 16, 2025
Experts from Rockwell Automation and Siemens weigh in on the best ways to ensure safe operations to protect workers and equipment when deploying robots.
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How Ignition Fits Within the Purdue Model
Gary Mintchell
JANUARY 16, 2025
I have written several times over the past decade about how the Industrial Internet of Things and such hardware advancements as the Edge have blown up the Purdue Pyramid Model of industrial Architecture. Especially as an information model. Rather than a static hierarchy, information can flow from source to consumer bypassing layers as required. However, the Purdue Model (and ISA95) certainly do describe different types of functions of a manufacturing enterprise.
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ProSense FLG Series detection light grids from AutomationDirect
Design World
JANUARY 16, 2025
AutomationDirect has added ProSense FLG series detecting light grids that offer a cost-effective solution for object detection and feature a simple setup with no programming required. They have no dead zone on the full detection height and are perfect for a variety of applications, such as material handling, counting, and warehousing. The ProSense FLG series… The post ProSense FLG Series detection light grids from AutomationDirect appeared first on Design World.
Top 10 robotic insects: Can robotic bees save all plant life on Earth?
Robotics Automation News
JANUARY 16, 2025
As someone who eats honey on toast almost every day, Ive been quite interested over the past few years by stories about the supposed collapse of the global bee population. Bees not only produce honey, they are, of course, natures great pollinators.
Emergent Energy Optimizes Steam Systems with Panoramic Power’s Technology
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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.
Norstat introduces TG1 safety tongue interlock for guard applications
Design World
JANUARY 16, 2025
Norstat has introduced the TG1 from Mechan Controls, a safety tongue interlock designed for hinged, lifting, and sliding guard applications. The TG1 tongue guard safety interlocks were designed to be an easy and affordable method of keeping a machine safely guarded. With three versions available (ABS, 316 stainless steel and ABS w/ stainless steel head),… The post Norstat introduces TG1 safety tongue interlock for guard applications appeared first on Design World.
CES 2025 recap: Noteworthy robots at this year’s show
Robotics Business Review
JANUARY 16, 2025
CES 2025 didn’t disappoint, with robots of all shapes and sizes designed for various applications. | Credit: The Robot Report The annual Consumer Electronics Show brings together the latest in technology product announcements. Last week, Las Vegas was once again full of robotics and AI-based systems. While CES 2025 catered primarily to consumer electronics and robotics, we hunted down the commercial robotics products sprinkled throughout the event.
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As covered in our previous blog , warehousing and distribution management is of critical importance. Your warehouse is like the beating heart of your supply chain. When its pumping reliably, your manufacturing operations benefit from predictability providing your business with a rock-solid foundation for growth. When your warehouse is clogged, cluttered, or disorganized, the flow slows down.
Positec Group reaps $250M to further develop autonomous mowers
Robotics Business Review
JANUARY 16, 2025
Positec Group’s Landroid Vision AI robotic lawnmower, which it sells under its Worx brand. | Source: Worx Positec Group Ltd. this week announced that it secured $250 million in its first round of equity financing. The provider of robotic lawn mowers said it will spend the investment on product development as it continues the global expansion of its consumer-facing brands. “This investment recognizes three decades of technological innovation, operational excellence, and commitment to
From Factory Floor Hacks to Future Trends: Smart Manufacturing Week 2025
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JANUARY 16, 2025
The NEC Birmingham will once again play host to Smart Manufacturing Week (SMW) the UKs largest festival of advanced manufacturing and engineering on 45 June 2025. SMW brings together a powerful lineup of events, including Smart Factory Expo, Maintec, Drives & Controls, Design + Engineering Expo and the Air-Tech and Fluid Power and systems zones.
Accelerate Americas Manufacturing Agility & Supply Chain Resilience
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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.
NEURA Robotics raises $123M to continue developing cognitive, humanoid robots
Robotics Business Review
JANUARY 16, 2025
Neura Robotics offers robots for a variety of applications and industries. NEURA Robotics GmbH today said it has raised 120 million ($123.3 million U.S.) in Series B funding. The Metzingen, Germany-based company said the investment validates its leadership in “cognitive robotics” and in European robotics as the region collaborates and competes with the U.S. and China.
Industrial connectors deliver 630 V rating
Design World
JANUARY 16, 2025
Industrial circular connectors are electrical coupling devices featuring a circular interface and cylindrical contact housing. They come in various materials, sizes, contact layouts, and coupling designs. Among them, M8, M12, M16, -20, and M23 receptacles, which refer to the thread size on the coupling nuts, are widely used for connecting sensors and actuators in industries […] The post Industrial connectors deliver 630 V rating appeared first on Design World.
Moment Energy secures $15M Series A funding round
Canadian Manufacturing
JANUARY 16, 2025
Photo Moment Energy VANCOUVER Moment Energy closes its US$15 million Series A funding round co-led by the Amazon Climate Pledge Fund and Voyager Ventures. Moment Energy’s battery energy storage systems (BESS) can be deployed in projects ranging from 400 kWh to 10 MWh, targeting an intermediate market segment that is currently underserved but crucial to the clean energy transition.
From friction to function
Design World
JANUARY 16, 2025
How to approach noise and vibration in bearings Noise and vibration in ball bearings threaten precision and safety in critical systems, costing manufacturers billions annually in maintenance and lost productivity. As demand from medical, aerospace and industrial sectors drives theUSD 120.98 billionglobal bearings markettowards a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.5 per cent by […] The post From friction to function appeared first on Design World.
Unmasking Energy Waste: Manufacturing’s Hidden Inefficiencies and Costly Impacts
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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.
Kollmorgen expands functional safety support with SafeMotion Monitor upgrade
Motion Control Tips
JANUARY 16, 2025
Kollmorgen announced the latest update to its SafeMotion Monitor (SMM) firmware: SMM2.0. This upgrade allows OEMs to leverage SMM functional safety features with more encoder and motor types to support a wider range of applications such as material forming, multi-axis measurement equipment, food processing and food packaging. Originally standard for the 2G Motion System, SMM2.0 […] The post Kollmorgen expands functional safety support with SafeMotion Monitor upgrade appeared first on Motio
New high-performance dc motors from FAULHABER
Design World
JANUARY 16, 2025
Designed for even greater flexibility and a wide range of applications, the new 1218 SXR and 1228 SXR dc motors expand FAULHABERs proven dc motor portfolio and set new standards in performance and versatility for miniature drive systems. The new SXR motors offer standard higher performance and a broader range of configuration options to meet […] The post New high-performance dc motors from FAULHABER appeared first on Design World.
Nvidia unveils Cosmos platform for robotics development
Robotics Automation News
JANUARY 16, 2025
Nvidia has unveiled its Cosmos World Foundation Model platform for the development of physical AI systems such as autonomous vehicles and robots. Cosmos comprises state-of-the-art generative world foundation models, advanced tokenizers, guardrails and an accelerated video processing pipeline built to advance the development of physical AI systems, says Nvidia.
Replenish Nutrients Holding Corp. announces strategic financing to support facility upgrades
Canadian Manufacturing
JANUARY 16, 2025
OKOTOKS Replenish Nutrients Holding Corp., involved in regenerative agriculture solutions, announces the successful closing of key debt financings totalling $1.15 million. This financing milestone supports the final upgrades to the Company’s Beiseker granulation facility, positioning Replenish to meet demand for sustainable fertilizer solutions ahead of the critical spring planting season.
The Supply Chain in 2025: What to Expect
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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).
The Copilot is Taking Control: Introducing Genix AI
Control.com
JANUARY 16, 2025
ABB Ability Genix Copilot uses AI and data analytics to boost efficiency, cost savings, and sustainability in manufacturing, providing actionable insights through a conversational interface.
Swarms of bug-sized bots could someday artificially pollinate crops
E&T
JANUARY 16, 2025
Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology are continuing to develop their design for a robotic insect that could offer an efficient method for artificial pollination.
New 230-Volt Varistat Benchtop Ionizer Removes Static at a Distance
Manufacturing Tomorrow
JANUARY 16, 2025
The award-winning EXAIR Varistat Benchtop Ionizer is a powerful fan-driven static eliminator engineered to neutralize static charges on surfaces in demanding industrial environments. This Ionizer delivers a consistent stream of ionized airflow, effectively eliminating static and particulates without the need for compressed air. The Varistat is now available in 230 volts to meet the needs of industrial locations.
Toyota’s City of the Future
Industry Week
JANUARY 16, 2025
Woven City, a small community that intertwines inventors and regular citizens, takes center stage in Toyotas attempt to evolve into a new kind of company.
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?
SMC Expands Pneumatic Solutions With Pin Clamp and High Speed Cylinders
Control.com
JANUARY 16, 2025
SMC has added a compact pin clamp that is 38% lighter than previous offerings and a line of actuators that boasts piston speeds of 2500 mm/sec to its portfolio of pneumatic actuators.
Department of Commerce Announces Preliminary Terms with Analog Devices, Coherent Corp., Intelligent Epitaxy Technology, Inc. and Sumika Semiconductor Materials Texas Inc., to Strengthen U.S. Semiconductor Leadership
NIST Manufacturing
JANUARY 16, 2025
Media Contact: Hannah Robinson, hannah.robinson [at] chips.gov (hannah[dot]robinson[at]chips[dot]gov) Today, the U.S.
4 foundational elements of laser cutting quality
The Fabricator
JANUARY 16, 2025
Even when automated, laser cutting requires operator skill. If workers dont know the fundamentals, a sheet metal fabrication shops most expensive machine can sit idle longer than it should.
When to Use 3+2 Versus Full Five-Axis for Finishing Operations
Modern Machine Shop
JANUARY 16, 2025
Source: Way of the Mill LLC Reader Question: We do a lot of work in mold, die and medical. When finishing complex surfaces on a five-axis machine, do you prefer three-axis motion or full five-axis? Miller’s Answer: Handling the more organic shapes in the mold, die and medical markets requires some careful consideration to strategy, tooling and tool paths.
15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence
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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?
Prototype fusion energy plant could be built in UK with £410m taxpayer investment
E&T
JANUARY 16, 2025
Ministers have pledged 410m to support the rapid development of fusion energy technology in the UK, with the hope that a prototype plant could be built by 2040.
U.S. Department of Commerce Announces $1.4 Billion in Final Awards to Support the Next Generation of U.S. Semiconductor Advanced Packaging
NIST Manufacturing
JANUARY 16, 2025
Media Contact: Hannah Robinson, hannah.robinson [at] chips.gov (hannah[dot]robinson[at]chips[dot]gov) Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce has announced that CHIPS National Advanced Packaging Manufacturing Program (NAPMP) has finalized $1.4 billion in award funding to bolster U.S.
‘World’s largest’ solar power and battery storage gigascale project to be built in Abu Dhabi
E&T
JANUARY 16, 2025
Abu Dhabi-based renewable energy company Masdar and Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) have announced the launch of the worlds largest combined solar and battery energy storage system (BESS).
Apple’s main contract manufacturer Foxconn brings in UBTech humanoids to work in its factories
Robotics Automation News
JANUARY 16, 2025
UBTech Robotics has entered whats described as a comprehensive long-term partnership with Foxconn (also known as Hon Hai), the world’s largest electronics contract manufacturer and a primary assembler for Apple. This is according to various media reports, including on the South China Morning Post website.
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