Sat.Jul 16, 2022 - Fri.Jul 22, 2022

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3 Keys to Securing and Managing an Industrial Network

Automation World

Why Industry 4.0 success requires visibility into all connected points on an industrial network, as well as threat detection and displays of the network’s health and integrity.

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Reduce Your Turbulence With An Agile Supply Chain

Cisco Industrial Automation

Authored By Han Law. Uncertain global environments around trade and other geo-political events have made agile supply chains the difference between a firm’s success, survival, or failure. However, traditional risk management practices have not been very effective. This is because of poor visibility, high data latency, and the unstructured nature of data present in many of today’s distributed supply chain networks.

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Unison Tube bringing tube bending innovation to Fabtech 2022

Design World

Unison Tube LLC of Danville, Va., will present innovative tube manipulation technologies at Fabtech, North America’s largest metal forming, fabricating, welding, and finishing event. Unison machines on show at Booth C10217 will include an all-electric Breeze Twin Head tube bending machine and one of the company’s all-new Synergy hybrid, multi-stack tube benders.

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Where exactly is Gemba?

Chris Hohmann

Going to see buy oneself, at the Gemba, is a Lean commandement well received (understood?) by all those who went through a Lean initiation. Now laymen and beginners may ask: where exactly is Gemba? First let’s clarify the meaning of the word Gemba. For this I’ll quote an old acquaintance of mine, Michel Baudin who … Continue reading Where exactly is Gemba?

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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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Beckhoff Introduces the ATRO Modular Robot

Automation World

This forthcoming modular, customizable, do-it-yourself robot technology adds new dimensions to how end users, system integrators, and OEMs will think about robotic automation.

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Why Manufacturers duplicate IPv4 addresses and how IE switches help solve the issues

Cisco Industrial Automation

If this topic piqued your interest, you’re probably impacted by or at least curious about duplicate IP Addresses in your industrial network. You are not alone. It can be a little bewildering. There doesn’t seem to be any reason in this day and age to have duplicate IP Addresses, let alone do it on purpose. Let’s unravel the mystery. Companies that build sophisticated machines have made the transition to Internet Protocol as the communication protocol within their machines.

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11 Expectations in the Development of AI Transcription

Robotics Automation News

Does the name Audrey Hepburn ring a bell? Way back in 1952, it was the first computer speech recognition tool. Even though the technology was groundbreaking, the software could understand only digits. Since then, transcription software has come a long way. Today, transcription tools use immersive technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) to convert speech to […].

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How to Select the Right Valve

Automation World

Learn about the different types of commonly available automated valves, valve sizing and performance issues, how piping and valve materials can impact valve choice, and deciding among electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic valve actuators.

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Infrastructure bill pumping money into pipe projects

Plastics News

Extruders have been in high gear since the pandemic and now they are bracing for more orders for drinking water and wastewater projects.

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Andantex to introduce new planetary Reducer design concept at IMTS

Design World

Developed with machine tool performance in mind, EVO 1 is a new approach to driving machine tool axes. The EVO 1 mechanical gearing system approaches the performance of a linear motor at the lower price of a rack and pinion linear axis. Features include high stiffness, zero backlash, and an ultra-minimal transmission error. This new design provides vibration-free motion and an optimum surface finish for the machined part.

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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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2022 FAB 40: Diversification drives the metal fabrication business model

The Fabricator

Maysteel Industries manages its growth through three related diversification strategies: diversity in geometry, in customers, and in careers.

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Automation Suppliers and the Legacy Data Issue

Automation World

How edge, cloud, and automation hardware technology suppliers are working together to ease the process of collecting legacy equipment data for analysis.

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Mitigate Supply Chain Disruption

Gary Mintchell

I am moderating a discussion on the Web July 27 at 11 am EDT among three experts sharing ideas about using technologies we have today to help mitigate supply chain disruption. We discuss supply chain control towers, digital twin (yes, the digital twin concept expands to include the entire supply chain), and research on optimization through simulation.

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HazLoc cabinet coolers are approved for Class I Div 1

Design World

EXAIR’s Hazardous Location Cabinet Cooler Systems have been set apart from the competition by achieving the UL classified designation for Div #1 environments. They have been tested by UL and passed their stringent requirements for use upon classified purged and pressurized electrical enclosures within Class I Div 1, Groups A, B, C and D; Class II Div 1, Groups E, F and G – and Class III environments.

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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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The end of the steel price decline might be near

The Fabricator

With the overall economy slowing a bit, steel consumers might see material prices level off in the coming weeks.

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Digital transformation is more about people than technology

Manufacturer's Monthly

Ai Group’s Centre for Education and Training (CET) has set out the scale of the digital transformation opportunity (and challenge) before the industry in a new report. “Digital transformation presents an incredible opportunity to grow and reshape our economy for the better, but the secret to unlocking this potential lies with people, not machines,” Ai Group head of Education & Training and executive director of the CET Megan Lilly said. “We conducted interviews and ca

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Emerson and Dragos Partner to Strengthen ICS Cybersecurity

Gary Mintchell

I received this news late last week , Tuesday, July 19, Dragos and Emerson announced a partnership to strengthen ICS/OT cybersecurity and protect the critical infrastructure of industrial processes at the plant floor. . Emerson is a major industrial control system and software supplier while Dragos provides cybersecurity solutions above the device level.

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PTDA 2022 Industry Summit to deliver “Amped Up” programming, networking

Design World

The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) will convene for the PTDA 2022 Industry Summit in Nashville, Tenn. on October 27-29, 2022. With more than 500 delegates in the power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) industry expected to attend, representing over 200 PTDA distributor and manufacturer companies, the Industry Summit—themed “Amp Up” — will offer cross-channel networking, shared learning and collaborative experiences. .

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

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Plastics’ Positive Impact on Climate Change

Plastics Today

Contrary to popular belief, the production of plastics generates fewer greenhouse gas emissions than alternative materials.

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A game plan to reach out to the next generation of creators

The Fabricator

Social media is proof that humanity still celebrates creativity among the younger generations. What better industry to put those creative efforts to work than in metal fabricating and forming?

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Innovating for the Future: Four Trends from Hannover Messe

Gary Mintchell

I met Ça?layan Arkan, Vice President, Global Strategy and Sales Lead, Manufacturing and Supply Chain at Microsoft, a few years ago. Checking through Microsoft press information recently, I came across his blog reporting from Hannover in May. Here are four trends he picked up. He begins by citing Microsoft partners at the event: ABB, Ansys, Accenture, Avanade, AVEVA, Blue Yonder, Cognite, C3.ai, ICONICS,o9 Solutions, PwC, PROS, PTC, Rockwell Automation, Sight Machine, Tata Consultancy Services, a

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Eaton E58 Series M30 harsh duty photoelectric sensors from AutomationDirect

Design World

AutomationDirect has added new M30 harsh duty photoelectric sensors from Eaton. The Eaton E58 series are among the most rugged and best-sealed photoelectric sensors on the market. Their stainless steel, PVDF, and tempered glass components are mechanically assembled using Vitron seals to ensure resistance to chemicals and moisture intrusion. The E58 photoelectric sensors are available in diffuse reflective with background suppression, retroreflective, polarized reflective, and through-beam models

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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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Virgin plastic use down for Keurig Dr Pepper

Plastics News

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. reports higher post-consumer plastic content in packaging last year while PepsiCo Inc. sees overall increase despite a per-serving decrease.

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Key VPN Statistics: What Are the Numbers Telling Us?

Robotics Automation News

All over the world, individuals use virtual private networks (VPNs) to secure their connections to the internet. The encryption protects your activity from prying eyes, allowing you to browse the web with greater anonymity. Furthermore, a VPN may replace your actual IP address with one from another region, allowing you to access material that would […].

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Platform Connects Siloed Engineering

Gary Mintchell

Current trends in software product management mandate new platforms to bring disparate applications together into some semblance of coherence. A few years back the term was “breaking down silos.” That term continues to pop up at times. As well as collaboration and cross-functional. If any readers of this blog including the tens of thousands in Europe and Asia are still struggling with silos or figuring out how to get people to work together, you’re behind.

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Economical and with a heavy-duty output bearing

Design World

. Known strengths now also available in the form of a right-angle gearbox: the new WPLHE from Neugart. (Source: Neugart GmbH). Axially space-saving, economical, IP65-compliant, and designed for high radial and axial forces at the output: The WPLHE combines all the advantages of the successful PLHE, the world’s first combination of the Economy and Precision gearboxes, as a right-angle variant.

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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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Put fears about job availability aside when talking automation

The Fabricator

Fear not. Robots are here to help metal fabricators grow their businesses, not take jobs from humans.

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On the Way to Solving the Big Data Problem in Autonomous Driving

Robotics Automation News

The appearance of self-driving vehicles is closely related to progress in the sphere of artificial intelligence and robotics. However, self-driving cars need more than just artificial intelligence and machine learning. To build its route, each self-driving car sends and receives plenty of data from various sensors like GPS, sonars, radars, lidars, cameras, and so on. […].

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Teijin and Fujitsu Use Blockchain to Improve Plastics Recycling

Plastics Today

The new platform helps manufacturers calculate their carbon footprint and trace the origin of recycled materials.

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Faster than any other IDS industrial camera: uEye Warp10 with 10GigE

Design World

With high speed to new spheres. When fast-moving scenes need to be captured in all their details, a high-performance transmission interface is essential in addition to the right sensor. With uEye Warp10, IDS Imaging Development Systems GmbH is launching a new camera family that, thanks to 10GigE, transmits data in the Gigabit Ethernet-based network at a very high frame rate and virtually without delay.

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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!