August, 2020

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Get tweets in Feedly

Canadian Metalworking Magazine

New Feature. Pull content from Twitter accounts, hashtags, Lists, and searches directly into your Feedly feeds. Twitter is full of insightful news and trends. But integrating those insights into your research flow can be overwhelming and time-consuming. We hear from users all the time that you want to be able to bring parts of Twitter into your Feedly feeds for researching and monitoring trends.

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Supply Chain Resilience Report 2020 released

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

According to the Supply Chain Resilience Report 2020 from 3D Hubs, cybersecurity issues have affected less than 10% of firms over the past 10 years, compared with 60% that have suffered directly as a result of COVID-19 disruption.

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Insider Threats Increasing for Manufacturers

Manufacturers Alliance

The Ponemon “2020 Cost of Insider Threats: Global Report” finds that the average insider threat costs a manufacturing company $10.25 million per year. Part of the cost comes from the challenge in containment. The average insider threat incident takes 77 days to contain. With changing operations and many corporate employees working from the home office due to the COVID pandemic, threats continue to grow for manufacturers.

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A Guide to Linear Bearings and Rail Guides

Trimantec

. Did you know the rolling concept of linear bearings traces all the way back to ancient Egypt? In ancient Egyptian drawings people are depicted moving large stones on a sled with logs underneath; the most basic example of how a bearing works. This is just speculation, though. Concrete evidence of the first bearings dates to 40 BC when a wooden ball bearing was discovered from the remains of the Roman Nemi ships in Lake Nemi, Italy.

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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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Reimaging robotics in a connected world

Universal Robots

The world is increasingly connected. Nearly 60% of the entire world population and more than 90% of the developed world is online.

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MMT Chats: Tips for a Successful Acquisition

Mold Making Technology

Settle in and listen to this quick MMT Chat all about mergers and acquisitions, which is something that has picked up within mold manufacturing in recent years. Fran Brunelle, President of Accelerated Manufacturing Brokers , has a wealth of experience and passion for manufacturing, which shows when she works with her clients (which one in particular shared with me and happens to be the subject of a feature story I am writing right now … so stay tuned).

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Yamato turns to Doddle to create new nationwide PUDO network

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Japan-based carrier – Yamato Holdings Co., Ltd. (‘Yamato’) – has partnered with UK-based international ecommerce solutions provider, Doddle, to create a proprietary nationwide PUDO network, underpinned by Doddle’s software platform.

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Manufacturing in a COVID-19 world

Martin Davis

A webinar for the JDI Roundtable on Manufacturing in conjunction with UNB. On May 11, the JDI Roundtable on Manufacturing Competitiveness hosted a webinar exploring how manufacturers can adapt their operations for a COVID-19 world and how they can prepare for changes that may come after the pandemic. Click the link below to see more … Continue reading Manufacturing in a COVID-19 world.

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Machining Processes: Turning, Milling, and Drilling – Trimantec

Trimantec

What is Machining? In a previous blog, we focused on the future of 3D printing , also known as additive manufacturing. Additive manufacturing requires stacking layers upon layers of material to form a 3D object. Machining is another method of producing the same object. Instead of adding material, removing material achieves the desired form. You could say 3D printing is like laying bricks while machining is like sculpting.

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Adaptation, Business Continuity & Cobots: Packaging and Palletizing

Universal Robots

This is the third in a series of blog posts exploring the many ways in which cobots support adaptation and business continuity in uncertain times. Each post focuses on a popular application for cobots --from Quality Inspection to Welding-- and shows how cobots enable flexible automation deployments for companies of all sizes.

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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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Introducing Feedly for Biopharma

Canadian Metalworking Magazine

Streamline your biopharma intelligence. Today, we’re excited to launch Feedly for Biopharma to help biopharma professionals cut through the noise. We’ve designed a collection of integrations and Leo models specifically designed to help you find the information you need, break barriers between teams, and streamline open-source intelligence. 280,000 biopharma professionals already use Feedly to keep up with the latest biopharma news and research insights about topics like diseases and condit

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Leo understands genes

Canadian Metalworking Magazine

Research genes and learn more about the latest breakthroughs more efficiently. Drug development is a highly competitive space and the information about gene innovations is scattered across multiples sources, which makes the gene scouting process time consuming and tedious. We are excited to announce that you can now prioritize genes with Leo, your AI research assistant.

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Leo understands diseases and conditions

Canadian Metalworking Magazine

Research diseases and learn about the latest breakthroughs more efficiently. The biopharma space has become more and more competitive and it is now extremely tedious to scan through hundreds of articles every day to track down all the latest scientific and technological breakthroughs about a specific disease or condition you are interested about. We’re excited to announce that you can now prioritize diseases and conditions with Leo, your AI research assistant.

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The Internet of Robotic Things: How IoT and robotics are evolving to benefit the supply chain

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

The Internet of Robotic Things (IoRT) is a rapidly evolving technology. In just a few decades, industrial robots have become commonplace in factory settings across the world, and they only continue to gain popularity for their productivity and profitability.

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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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Leo understands biopharma companies

Canadian Metalworking Magazine

New Feature. Track your competitors efficiently. The biopharma space has become more and more competitive. It’s tedious to scan through hundreds of articles every day to track your competitors or find potential partnerships. We are excited to announce that you can now prioritize biopharma companies with Leo, your AI research assistant. TRY FEEDLY FOR BIOPHARMA.

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Find the content you need with Biopharma Search Mode

Canadian Metalworking Magazine

Save time and find the biopharma content you need. The amount of information published every day in the biopharma space is overwhelming and hard to skim through. Today we’re excited to announce the launch of Biopharma Search Mode , a tool that allows you to save time in your research flow. You can drill down into the specific content you want, beyond your existing feeds and sources.

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Co-op automates supplier onboarding with adaptive supply chain technology from OpenText

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

OpenText has announced that Co-op Group, the UK-based grocery retailer, has automated supplier on-boarding for some of its suppliers with OpenText Trading Grid.

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Containerised data centres: an evolution that deserves your attention

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Chris Wellfair, projects director at Secure I.T. Environments talks about how data centres are evolving with a new form factor perfect for the manufacturing and logistics sector.

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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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Optimising e-commerce business for the new normal

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

The global COVID-19 pandemic has undoubtedly disrupted the retail sector significantly. With many stores forced to close their doors over lockdown, there has been a sudden and rapid rise in online shopping.

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Feedly AI learns from the community

Canadian Metalworking Magazine

Leo We’re designing systems to protect against machine learning bias In the wake of recent acts of extreme brutality and injustice and mass protests, we’re examining our role in perpetuating systems of inequality. We are responsible for our impact as a tech company, as a news reader, and, acutely, as a developer of machine learning algorithms for Feedly AI.

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Robotics in Manufacturing

Trimantec

Are you looking to enhance your existing line processes through robotic integration? If you are unsure where to begin your journey, start by reading here. Robots are changing the manufacturing industry and will continue to do so throughout the coming years. Many business owners are adopting automation processes within their production lines for numerous reasons. .

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Brits invest in high quality desk equipment as they gear up for permanent remote working

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

The impact of the lockdown on the livelihoods of Brits continues to be felt across the board, with many setting up a permanent office at home as they prepare to work remotely for longer, according to new data from commerce experience firm Bloomreach.

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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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Renovotec expands to meet growing demand for its managed print service

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Renovotec, the UK-based rugged hardware, software and services provider for supply chain companies, is expanding to meet escalating demand for its ‘Renovotec Managed Print’ service by opening a 50% larger service centre in Wellingborough, Northants. Renovotec Managed Print is the only service of its kind in the supply chain manufacturing and logistics industries says Renovotec.

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Labelmaster survey examines impact of COVID-19 on hazmat supply chain

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Labelmaster, the provider of products, services and technology for the safe and compliant transport of dangerous goods (DG) and hazardous materials (hazmat), has announced the results of its fifth annual 2020 Global Dangerous Goods Confidence Outlook.

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How COVID-19 has impacted global supply chains

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

The impact of COVID-19 has been swift and devastating to those directly affected. Not just from a health perspective but also for businesses who had to promptly close their doors as the country went into lockdown, particularly those in hospitality and retail.

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Taking control of the B2B supply chain

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

More and more links in the value chain — especially retailers and wholesalers — are being forced to reposition themselves under pressure from both existing, yet evolving competitors and fast paced challenger brands with innovative approaches to technology and disruptive business models. B2B supply chain approaches now play an important role in future success.

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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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DSP acquires Explorer UK to create new managed services and database technology services group

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Enterprise IT managed services organisation DSP and Explorer UK, an Oracle consultancy, development and support provider, have been brought together to form one of the largest independent Oracle partners in the UK.

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Retailers must prioritise secure and diverse payments for eCommerce success, says Kooomo

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

As the impact of COVID-19 continues to drive consumers and merchants online, there is a growing need for retailers to focus on securing and diversifying the existing digital payment methods of their online stores to ensure the checkout process is as safe and frictionless as possible.

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Xerox Adaptive CMYK+ Kit for Xerox Versant expands colour palette to more than a million

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Xerox has announced the Xerox Adaptive CMYK+ Kit for Xerox Versant, claimed to be the print market’s first adaptive technology kit that adds seven specialty colours to an existing production press, enabling instant digital print enhancements.

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Fujifilm selects Kinaxis RapidResponse for agility in its medical system supply chain

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Kinaxis Inc., the authority in driving agility for fast, confident decision-making in an unpredictable world, has announced that the medical systems division of FujifilmCorporation has selected Kinaxis RapidResponse to gain supply chain visibility across its global supply chain. Fujifilm has leveraged its advanced imaging and information technology to become a global presence for innovation in other industries including healthcare.

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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.