Automation World
AUGUST 16, 2022
Case study examples from DSM Dyneema and Hunstman Corp. illustrate how providing everyone with simple-to-use analytics tools can dramatically improve production and business operations.
Design World
AUGUST 4, 2022
Teschler on Topic. Leland Teschler • Executive Editor. lteschler@wtwhmedia.com. On Twitter @ DW_LeeTeschler. If you are a kid living in the UK and want an engineering degree, you can get a free one by attending the Dyson Institute of Engineering and Technology. James Dyson—probably best known for his invention of the bagless vacuum cleaner—set up the Institute in 2017.
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Cisco Industrial Automation
AUGUST 29, 2022
We are delighted to have Tony Carrella, Co-Founder and President of Energybox Inc. as guest blogger on our channel. At Energybox we recognize that what’s good for the planet is often good for business, too. That’s especially true for our customers: large, multi-site businesses ranging from restaurants and convenience stores to retail and laboratory environments.
Robotics Automation News
AUGUST 22, 2022
This article offers fair but impartial advice on how to get your kids excited about coding, but it is very important that you follow the guidelines to the letter. It is very important that you do not let your attitude or your enthusiasm affect your child because you may scare your child away from coding […].
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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?
Plastics News
AUGUST 31, 2022
A major industry effort to try to tackle plastic pollution in the developing world, the Alliance to End Plastic Waste, faces charges of greenwashing and limited success. But AEPW says the work will take time.
SMMT
AUGUST 24, 2022
UK car manufacturing output rises 8.6% in July, the third consecutive month of growth. Production of hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles surges 24.7% in the month. Volumes year-to-date down -16.5% to 461,174, driven by falling exports and structural changes. UK car production rose for the third consecutive month in July, up 8.6% to 58,043 units, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
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Design World
AUGUST 15, 2022
From the London Beer Flood of 1814 to the Tapioca Tanker Disaster of 1972, there has been a host of high-profile food and beverage disasters at all stages of the food processing chain. While innovative new technologies have been vital in continuing to improve the safety of modern operations, one small mechanical component is indispensable […].
Manufacturer's Monthly
AUGUST 30, 2022
Shipbuilders working on the Hunter Class Frigate program have constructed the first steel ‘block’ at the Osborne Naval Shipyard in South Australia. The first block, known as Block 16, weighs over 140 tonnes and is equal to the size of two average Australian houses. Its construction involved the expertise of 35 different trades, including engineers, boiler makers, welders, fabricators, and project managers, and took 45,000 hours to complete.
Robotics Automation News
AUGUST 5, 2022
Robotics innovator Beyond Imagination has entered into an agreement with SELF Labs to provide at least 1,000 humanoid robots for use in agricultural “grow boxes”. This is believed to be the largest deal of its kind. SELF and Beyond are announcing a partnership to develop automated off-the-grid grow boxes. Each box will be equipped with […].
Plastics News
AUGUST 25, 2022
In an Aug. 24 letter to customers obtained by Plastics News , Dow officials said that the cutback was tied to "continued global logistics constraints," including port and rail congestion in the U.S. Gulf Coast and "dynamic conditions" in Europe.
SMMT
AUGUST 4, 2022
UK new car registrations fall -9.0% to 112,162 units as supply chain shortage continues to frustrate order fulfilment. Battery electric vehicles (BEV) buck trend, growing market share to 10.9%, but pace of growth slows. Industry outlook revised downwards, now anticipating a -2.8% fall in 2022 total new car registrations. SEE CAR REGISTRATIONS BY BRAND.
Automation World
AUGUST 4, 2022
Using reinforcement learning AI developed by Yokogawa, along with other Yokogawa automation technologies, a distillation column at a JSR Corp. plant was autonomously operated for 35 days.
Design World
AUGUST 4, 2022
FANUC America , a supplier of CNCs, robotics and ROBOMACHINEs, announces a West Campus expansion that will push its operational space in Oakland County, Michigan, to nearly two million square feet. The construction will include a 655,000 ft 2 state-of-the-art facility to house manufacturing, engineering and R&D projects. This investment in Michigan’s growing manufacturing area includes the purchase of 67 acres of land as well as the site of the former Thomas M.
Universal Robots
AUGUST 10, 2022
Palletizing is the epitome of the kind of physically demanding and repetitive work that increases the chance of workplace injury when done for hours on end.
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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.
Robotics Automation News
AUGUST 22, 2022
IoT implies physical objects linked via wireless and wired networks. It refers to a group of internet-connected devices that communicate independently over the internet without needing a person to mediate the information exchange. You might wonder how this varies from the “internet” as most individuals realize it. It’s not that different; it’s just a form […].
The Fabricator
AUGUST 11, 2022
Garland, Texas metal fabrication shop TPI turned to a SafanDarley Mini Cell robotic press brake to stay on top of its bending jobs. The automation investment was a big step in the company’s growth.
SMMT
AUGUST 25, 2022
UK commercial vehicle (CV) production rises 43.9% to 8,097 units in the best July since 2016 and eleventh consecutive month of growth. Overseas demand increases by 34.2%, while production for Britain’s CV market grows by 58.5%. UK manufacturing is up 46.9% since January, at 58,693, the best year to date since 2012. UK commercial vehicle (CV) production grew by 43.9% in July, with 8,097 units of the latest vans, buses, trucks, coaches and taxis rolling off British factory lines, according to the
Automation World
AUGUST 11, 2022
If you need your robot to pick and place different objects or handle objects in different orientations, you’ll need a robot vision system. Understanding the differences among 2D, 3D, and 2.5D cameras is a major factor in your vision system choice.
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.
Design World
AUGUST 31, 2022
Two online, interactive ROI calculators are designed to illustrate the dramatic cost reductions possible when jet engine balancing is performed utilizing the PBS 4100+ and PBS eXpress advanced vibration analysis technology. These calculators contrast the total costs of both labor and fuel when utilizing the MTI PBS 4100+ system (for commercial jets) and MTI PBS… The post ROI calculators quantify benefits of jet engine balancing systems appeared first on Design World.
Plastics News
AUGUST 8, 2022
Bingham Farms, Mich.-based auto supplier Gissing North America LLC has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection with up to $100 million in liabilities, including $13.3 million owed to Tesla Inc. Under an agreement pending approval, however, the electric vehicle behemoth and other customers, including General Motors Co., have agreed to keep the supplier afloat until it is sold.
Robotics Automation News
AUGUST 24, 2022
PickNik Robotics, a robotics software and engineering services company, has released both its MoveIt Studio Developer Platform and MoveIt Studio SDK (software development kit). The new software products help robotics and software engineers to create, debug, and ship complex manipulation projects faster. Dr Dave Coleman, CEO of PickNik Robotics, says: “These premium offerings leverage cutting […].
Manufacturer's Monthly
AUGUST 10, 2022
Engineers in Melbourne have discovered a way to replace conventional aggregates in concrete such as gravel and crushed rock with rubber from discarded tyres that meets building codes. . The team from RMIT University says the new greener and lighter concrete also promises to reduce manufacturing and transportation costs significantly and boost the circular economy. .
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Metrology
AUGUST 2, 2022
Inspekto has launched a new software version of its INSPEKTO S70 Autonomous Machine Vision. Based on accumulated customer feedback from numerous field deployments, the INSPEKTO S70 offers smart features such. The post Autonomous Machine Vision Inspection Now Easier and More Powerful appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.
Automation World
AUGUST 30, 2022
Multiple reports indicate the most companies—across multiple industries—plan to expand their use of automation and robotics. The resulting effects on the automation industry are likely to increase even further with passage of the CHIPS and Science Act.
Design World
AUGUST 10, 2022
ITT Inc. has announced it acquired Clippard Instrument Laboratories’ product lines of durable, low maintenance, and cost-competitive interchangeable pneumatic cylinders. The product lines include stainless steel, brass and aluminum cylinders and volume tanks. These industry-leading components will expand ITT’s Compact Automation product offering of air cylinders, linear and rotary actuators used in applications such as robotics,… The post ITT expands portfolio with acquisition of Clippard
Plastics News
AUGUST 2, 2022
With climate change in the public spotlight, plastics companies – especially in Europe -- are focused on their greenhouse gas emissions. Sustainable Plastics Editor Karen Laird covers why the plastics supply chain has a growing interest in being carbon neutral, what’s involved, and some of the hurdles in the way.
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.
Robotics Automation News
AUGUST 30, 2022
Airbus, the world’s largest airplane manufacturer, is expanding its usage of robotic solutions at its Rochefort, France logistics facility. Airbus expects to be manufacturing a staggering 1,000 aircraft a year by 2025, which would significantly increase its requirements for parts picking in its warehouses. Airbus’ partners at the Rochefort warehouse are Blondel Group and Scallog. […].
The Fabricator
AUGUST 22, 2022
Barnes MetalCrafters manager Nick Martin ruminates about the pains of routine machine maintenance in a job shop, and recalls one particular Monday where one problem after another kept popping up.
E&T
AUGUST 26, 2022
It’s a sunny day at the seaside. A high-powered jet ski whizzes across the sea, a jet of water shooting high into the air behind it, pushing it along. WRONG! That jet of water is NOT what makes jet skis go. They need a lot more power than that little spray. (Underneath they have a high-speed prop or a much more powerful underwater water jet.). That small jet of water – the ‘visibility spout’ or ‘rooster tail’ is mostly just to look cool, although it makes the jet ski more visible, and useful for
Automation World
AUGUST 26, 2022
A look at how Yokogawa’s AI technology controlled a JSR chemical plant for 35 days and how manufacturers are using AI to analyze sensor data.
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Foundation Wellness, an orthotic and foot care product leader, transformed its manufacturing by implementing the Manufacturing Execution System FORCE MES FLEX from FORCAM ENISCO. Previously hindered by manual data collection, the company needed more efficiency and a proactive approach. Adopting an MES enhanced data visibility and enabled data-driven decision-making.
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