October, 2023

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Spacecraft manufacturers use the force

Design World

By Keith Skidmore, Director of Custom Solutions, Sales, Interface When aerospace companies invest billions of dollars to build a spacecraft, they need assurance that their investments are protected. One of the key ways to do this is by force measurement, which provides test and real-time data on the feasibility and safety of lifting major aerospace… The post Spacecraft manufacturers use the force appeared first on Design World.

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The Core Technologies Necessary to Develop a Smart Manufacturing Strategy

Metrology

The manufacturing industry is undergoing a profound transformation driven by technological advancements. The era of smart manufacturing, referred to as Industry 4.0, promises to revolutionize traditional manufacturing processes by integrating cutting-edge technologies. The post The Core Technologies Necessary to Develop a Smart Manufacturing Strategy appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Car part manufacturer set to expand

Manufacturer's Monthly

A Queensland company that supplies cooling technology for V8 Supercars, Formula 1 and NASCAR is expanding its operations and creating another 488 jobs with an investment from Queensland Treasury. Gold Coast company PWR Advanced Cooling Technologies will invest $21.9 million in facility upgrades and new equipment over three years to increase production capacity by 114 per cent.

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Fake chips have been around forever, so how can manufacturers fight them?

Robotics Automation News

There is a wide disparity between different organizations’ assessments of the revenue and job losses caused by counterfeit chips. In 2017, the US Department of Defense’s Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) pegged the losses at $170 billion. That same year, the Semiconductor Industry Association estimated that counterfeit chips cost the chip industry $7.5 billion annually.

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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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Why do metal fabricators and welders automate?

The Fabricator

Many are turning to automation because they simply can’t find people to hire. But the evolution toward automation is more nuanced. Technologies like cobots helps create a place where more people want to work.

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Asset Monitoring On-Premises or from the Cloud

Automation World

Motion demonstrates the Asset Monitoring Gateway for remote equipment monitoring through the use of multiple sensor devices.

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Ready for 2024: Additive Manufacturing Strategies Gears up to Revolutionize 3D Printing Industry Again

MESA

Additive Manufacturing Strategies (AMS) has set the stage for another groundbreaking conference, slated for February 6-8, 2024. After a banner year that surpassed all expectations, the seventh installment is poised to redefine the landscape of the additive manufacturing industry with an unparalleled lineup of experts and speakers. Stellar Sponsorship and Keynote Speakers The sponsorship for this event showcases a cross-section of esteemed companies in the additive manufacturing (AM) ecosystem, u

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Announcements from Inductive Automation’s Ignition Community Conference 2023

Gary Mintchell

I brought two questions along to my visit to Folsom, California and the 11 th Ignition Community Conference. How are people using HMI/SCADA software? Why, after all these years, do companies still need to pursue “digital transformation”? I’ll have a few posts from the event. Plenty of news. And time to write since I wasn’t invited to the user group meeting in Anaheim starting today.

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Connected and automated mobility revolution set to deliver £66 billion prize by 2040

SMMT

UK rollout of connected and automated mobility (CAM) technology poised to deliver annual economic benefit as high as £66 billion by 2040, major new report shows. Tech could help save 3,900 lives and prevent 60,000 serious accidents – while adding 342,000 additional jobs, with 12,250 directly in automotive manufacturing by 2040. British public to benefit from potentially lower insurance premiums, less stressful commutes and greater freedom for those with restricted mobility, while businesses coul

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Selection Committee Announces Leaders to Operate the CHIPS for America National Semiconductor Technology Center

NIST Manufacturing

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, an independent selection committee announced the incoming board of trustees that is expected to oversee a nonprofit entity that will operate the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC).

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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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Identifying Plant Floor Cybersecurity Risks

Automation World

Manufacturers are implementing more technology to provide efficiency, consistency and profitability. However, as the number of devices on the network continually increases, so does the threat of a cyberattack.

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LEAP Awards judging panel for 2023 unveiled; winners to be announced Thursday

Design World

On Thursday, October 19th at 2:00 p.m. Eastern time, we’ll be announcing the winners of the 2023 LEAP Awards (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program). You may register for the live announcement here: [link] What we feel sets this awards program apart from so many others is the involvement of the engineering community. Each year, our… The post LEAP Awards judging panel for 2023 unveiled; winners to be announced Thursday appeared first on Design World.

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Runecast Earns Frost & Sullivan’s 2023 European New Product Innovation Award for Delivering an Al-driven Unique CNAPP

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

San Antonio, TX — October 23, 2023 — Frost & Sullivan recently researched the cloud-native application protection platform (CNAPP) industry and, based on its findings, recognizes Runecast with the 2023 European New Product Innovation Award. Runecast is a trusted cloud security solutions provider that helps organizations worldwide identify and respond to security risks and vulnerabilities, achieve continuous compliance, and optimize runtime protection.

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Why Are Industrial Technology Vendors Moving to Software?

Gary Mintchell

After attending several technology supplier user conferences this summer and fall, a colleague asked why suppliers are emphasizing software. I ponder this question in this podcast essay. And ask what the new breed of engineers will bring with new ideas. Maybe Arduino control platforms? Worth asking. A link to the audio podcast. A link to a video on my YouTube channel.

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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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Britain’s carmakers deliver best September since 2020 but action needed to protect EV exports

SMMT

UK car manufacturing grew 39.8% in September, the strongest month of growth in 2023, with 88,230 units leaving British factories. Rise in production driven by 32.2% exports uplift – with almost six in 10 going to the EU – while deliveries for the UK market surge by 65.9%. Electrified vehicle output rises by 41.5%, but urgent action needed to ensure UK and EU trade remains competitive from 2024.

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‘Ingrained in the fabric of British society’: the iconic lava lamp turns 60

The Guardian Manufacturing

The Beatles and Doctor Who discovered it in the 60s, TFI Friday and the photographer Rankin in the 90s. Now there’s a new renaissance of this hot British invention When Ringo Starr popped into a shop in Birkenhead in 1963, little did he know that his visit would help change the future of what was to become a celebrated British brand. The Beatles’ drummer had stopped off to buy a lava lamp, the brightly coloured interior piece that has hypnotised millions over the years with its slow-moving excha

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Simulation: From Machine Development to Production Line Optimization

Automation World

Siemens Digital Industries Software shows how its Tecnomatix Plant Simulation software can be used to model, simulate and analyze production systems at all levels.

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Winners announced in the 2023 LEAP Awards Industrial Automation category

Design World

The winners of the 2023 LEAP (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) Awards were announced earlier this week in a digital ceremony, with products across 11 categories, including Industrial Automation. Critical to LEAP’s success is the involvement of the engineering community. The Design World editorial team assembled a top-notch independent judging panel, comprised of a cross-section… The post Winners announced in the 2023 LEAP Awards Industrial Automation category appeared first o

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

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World’s first hydrogen-powered gas turbine run by European consortium

E&T

The Hyflexpower consortium has successfully adapted a combustion system of a Siemens Energy SGT-400 gas turbine for hydrogen. The consortium was formed by Britain’s Centrax, French energy company Engie, the German Aerospace Center, Siemens Energy and European universities, with financial support from the EU. The test was carried out at a Smurfit Kappa paper packaging factory near the French city of Limoges.

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Tata Steel and ABB to Explore Technologies To Help Reduce Carbon Footprint of Steel Production

Gary Mintchell

Sustainability is one of the bigger topics in my professional life these days. There are industries that generate more carbon than others. This project will target improvements in energy efficiency, decarbonization and circularity in plants and production facilities. Tata Steel Ltd and ABB have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and will work together to co-create innovative models and technologies to help reduce the carbon footprint of steel production.

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September new car market grows but motorist support needed to reverse falling private consumer EV demand

SMMT

272,610 new cars registered in September as market rises 21.0% in 14th consecutive month of growth. Fleets drive expansion during ‘new plate month’ while overall private purchases add to uplift. Zero emission vehicle demand continues to grow, but industry calls for private motorist support as consumer uptake of battery electric cars declines. SEE CAR REGISTRATIONS BY BRAND DOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE AND DATA TABLE The UK new car market grew 21.0% in September with 272,610 registrations in the month,

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Robotics Summit 2024 call for speakers

Robotics Business Review

The robotics industry's must-attend technical development event returns to Boston in May 2024 with deepened coverage, an expanded expo floor and more. The post Robotics Summit 2024 call for speakers appeared first on Robotics Business Review.

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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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Digital Transformation: What Manufacturers Should Expect from Integrators

Automation World

Early discussions between integrators and manufacturers that focus on too many preconceived approaches or preconfigured software can limit capabilities, lead to a lack of engagement and impact the success of the program before it starts.

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Emerson: How sustainable transportation can help create a promising future

Design World

By Nick Buccheri, president, Americas, Discrete Automation at Emerson Efforts to advance decarbonization will unleash dramatic changes in the way the world moves, putting the transportation industry at the edge of extraordinary transformation. To address and hopefully prevent the most extreme anticipated effects of climate change, decarbonization has become a driving strategy for governments and… The post Emerson: How sustainable transportation can help create a promising future appeared f

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Cutting methane emissions ‘essential’ to achieve climate targets, IEA says

E&T

The agency has highlighted the importance of reducing methane emissions – something now possible due to new a nd affordable technologies. The organisation has published a report named The imperative of cutting methane from fossil fuels. The document shows that, while a drop in fossil fuel demand would cut methane emissions, these reductions by themselves would not occur fast enough to meet the world’s climate goals.

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MongoDB Launches Atlas for Manufacturing and Automotive

Gary Mintchell

Is your knowledge or experience limited to your historian or perhaps also an SQL database? It’s worth your time following the variety of database products that may help you in your manufacturing digital transformation. This release is from MongoDB. I am retaining all the “about” paragraphs below the news in case you are not sure who this is and may want additional information.

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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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British CV production dips in September

SMMT

UK commercial vehicle (CV) manufacturing output dips -5.2% in September to 11,352 units. Production for domestic market rises 10.3% while exports decline -15.1%. Overall year-to-date volumes remain up by a significant 11.4% at 85,540 units. UK commercial vehicle (CV) production dipped in September, down -5.2% year on year, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). 11,352 vans, buses, trucks, coaches and taxis rolled out of factory g

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Robosculptor develops advanced robotic system for massage

Robotics Automation News

A startup company called Robosculptor has developed an advanced robotic system that can be used for healthcare purposes such as surgery and massage.

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High schools equip tomorrow’s fabrication, welding workforce

The Fabricator

Two schools in the Midwest, Hartford Union High School in Wisconsin and Cary-Grove High School in Illinois, are doing something about the shortage of skilled manufacturing workers.

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DigiKey sponsors 2023 Hackaday Supercon Prize

Design World

Technical components and automation products distributor DigiKey is sponsoring the 2023 Hackaday Prize, a global hardware design challenge focused on widespread and impactful innovation. The winners of the prize competition will be named on Nov. 4, 2023 during Hackaday Supercon — the largest gathering of hardware hackers, builders, engineers and enthusiasts in the world.

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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!