Design World

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

This downloadable ebook on How to Properly Select a Proximity Sensor, provides a roadmap for people to properly determine which type of proximity sensor they’ll need for their application. Both types of proximity sensors are also available with IO-Link communications, so implementation to the IIoT / Industry 4.0 is fairly seamless. Learn about properly selecting… The post How to Properly Select a Proximity Sensor appeared first on Design World.

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Automation World

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

From sustainability to demographic taste and buying experience preferences, food and beverage companies, in particular, face an array of market issues that affect production and associated automation decisions.

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Robotics Automation News

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Though the use of technology and prevalence of businesses converting online has skyrocketed across most industries – few sectors rival how indispensable fleet management software has become within the automotive space. For companies dedicated to managing fleets that can number in the hundreds, it’s proving crucial. The ability to customize and control things like equipment […].

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The Fabricator

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

In the wake of an influx of catalytic converter thefts, a Washington shop owner uses his fabrication expertise to devise a device to deter thieves from cutting and taking the exhaust parts.

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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?

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Design World

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Powerful statistical techniques can discern a desired audio signal from a jumble of inputs. Dave Betts • AudioTelligence Most of us live and work in the midst of noise. We have become used to contending with the sounds of other people talking, music playing, the TV blaring, traffic roaring… Our brains are pretty amazing at… The post Sifting clear audio from background noise appeared first on Design World.

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Automation World

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

As seen in two applications from Robotiq and Versabuilt using Universal Robots’ cobots, machine tending applications are becoming a key aspect of collaborative robot use in industry—especially in high mix, low-volume manufacturing.

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Robotics Automation News

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Evgeniy Krasnokutsky, AI/ML Team Leader, PhD at mobbed Computer vision is one of the most popular AI technologies whose task is to understand and interpret information from digital images, videos, and other visual inputs. These properties open up a lot of business opportunities and in this article, we will talk about the most promising applications […].

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Design World

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

AutomationDirect has added SSP safety enabling switches, also known as “hold-to-run” or “dead man’s” switches. When used in conjunction with a properly designed safety system, they provide the operator with a special control mode for tasks such as maintenance or debugging of hazardous equipment. These switches consist of a spring-return three-position (N.O.

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Automation World

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

The forthcoming D:Ploy hardware and software from OnRobot automatically generates all the program logic, signal exchange, event handling, path planning, and real-time monitoring required for robot applications.

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Plastics News

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Beyond the headlines, there are a few signs that at least some government officials are willing to listen to concerns from the industry while balancing the push to reduce plastics pollution.

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The Fabricator

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

An industrial contractor and pipe spool fabricator in Tuscaloosa, Ala., McAbee, builds custom software to digitize its workflow, boost traceability, and increase transparency for fitters and welders. It’s called MATS, the McAbee Automated Tracking System, and it’s changed the way the pipe spool fabricator does business.

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Design World

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

EXAIR’s Sanitary Flange Line Vac air operated conveyors are the best way to convey materials through systems which require frequent or mandatory cleaning. The ISO 2852 compatible sanitary flanges limit areas where bacteria can grow and help prevent contamination. Made from type 316 stainless steel to provide maximum hygiene and corrosion resistance, these Line Vacs… The post EXAIR’s Sanitary Flange Air Conveyors help prevent contamination appeared first on Design World.

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Automation World

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

While most CPGs and OEMs agree robotics programming has become easier, there are several aspects in high demand for improvement.

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Plastics News

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Hurricane Fiona took out much of the power grid in Puerto Rico on Sept. 18 and brought heavy rains that caused flooding before sweeping by the Dominican Republic on Sept. 19, where it caused more damage almost five years to the day Hurricane Maria ravaged the islands.

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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.

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E&T

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

A spacecraft built by Nasa is set to intentionally smash into a small asteroid as part of a planetary protection test mission, to help prove that this could be an effective way of deflecting dangerous incoming rocks. The chosen asteroid, named Dimorphos, orbits Didymos in around 11 hours and 55 minutes, but Nasa astronomers hope that Dart will destroy itself and cut about 10 minutes off this time.

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Design World

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Teschler on Topic Leland Teschler • Executive Editor lteschler@wtwhmedia.com On Twitter @ DW_LeeTeschler More and more manufacturers are making an effort to use sustainable materials. With that trend in mind, consider what happened about five years ago when China, which once imported a lot of U.S. refuse for recycling, stopped accepting 24 different recyclables.

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Manufacturing 162

The Fabricator

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

Cody Lee isn’t your typical 30-year-old entrepreneur. He’s not investing in crypto or convoluted software that promises to be the next big thing. Last year, without any industry experience, he plunged into the sheet metal arena by purchasing Ohio-based Everyday Technologies, and he hasn’t looked back.

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Plastics News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Industry groups are hailing California Gov. Gavin Newsom's veto of a bill that would have mandated recycled content in plastic thermoform packaging. One environmental group, however, calls it a missed opportunity.

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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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E&T

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

The development could set the stage for a new generation of microscopic devices that can track bacteria, sniff out chemicals, destroy pollutants, conduct microsurgery and scrub the plaque out of arteries. Although microscopic machines have already been designed to crawl, swim, walk and fold themselves up, there were always 'strings' attached; to generate motion, wires were used to provide electrical current or laser beams had to be focused directly onto specific locations on the robots.

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Design World

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Force Control Industries’ offers a full lineup of motor brakes, clutches and clutch-brakes in washdown configurations for food, chemical and pharmaceutical processing applications. MagnaShear and Posistop motor brakes and Posidyne clutches and clutch-brakes are totally enclosed with heavy duty cast housing which offers additional protection against moisture, water, saltwater, caustic spray and chemicals.

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Robotics Automation News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

By Karan Talati, First Resonance Innovation and operational changes are essential to maintaining your competitive edge in any industry. This is no different for manufacturing. Times are changing, and today’s manufacturers are re-evaluating their production processes. Machine efficiency is necessary. It is important to the bottom line but doesn’t drive innovation.

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Plastics News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Bill Wood: As we prepare to start the fourth quarter of 2022, it is my pleasure to report that the U.S. economy is not in a recession — at least not yet.

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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!

Metrology

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

At the recent IMTS exhibition Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence presented its new patented HxGN Machine Trainer. Taking the initiative from the training of professionals in other critical occupations, such as commercial. The post CNC and CMM Simulator Provides ‘Hands-Off’ Machine Training appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Design World

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Stratasys announced a new certification program for Stratasys FDM 3D printer operators and engineers, the first in a series of certification programs for Stratasys 3D printer users. The program is designed to provide Stratasys customers with a comprehensive education that supports their adoption of 3D printing through the entire FDM printing process.

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E&T

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Brussels is slowly but surely getting its regulatory game together when it comes to the digital sector, gradually fulfilling the EU’s ambition to be ‘rulemaker not a ruletaker’. GDPR is arguably the global standard on data protection, the Digital Markets Act and Digital Services Act are already establishing themselves as benchmarks and new rules on cryptocurrencies have recently been adopted.

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Plastics News

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

A foundation started by billionaire former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg is spending $85 million to bolster local efforts to stop petrochemical and plastics expansions in Texas, Louisiana and the Ohio River Valley.

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Sit down with Karan Talati, CEO of First Resonance, to explore the significant contributors to waste in the manufacturing industry. Karan delves into two critical areas: material waste and data waste. He discusses how material waste impacts costs and efficiency, and the often-overlooked issue of data waste—where valuable data is not captured, leading to inefficiencies in managing inventory and operations.

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Canadian Manufacturing

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

General Motors Co. is investing in Quebec battery recycling company Lithion Recycling Inc. Terms of the investment by GM Ventures in the company’s series-A financing round were not immediately available. Lithion is developing ways to recover materials from used lithium-ion batteries. The companies say the deal will help support a strategic partnership agreement.

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Design World

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

CONTA-CLIP introduces the new, inverse, and modular KDSI-SR cable entry system for reliable sealing, maximum flexibility, and time savings feed-through for cables with and without plugs. The system is designed for installation from the outside of a control cabinet, enclosure, or machine. Part of the popular KDS Click cable management range, the KDSI-SR system, allows for […].

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The Fabricator

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Steel mills announced price hikes roughly a month ago, but declining demand hasn’t done much to support that effort.

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Plastics News

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Manifold & Phalor Inc. and its division that rebuilds blown film dies, U.S. Die & Mold, is investing $4 million into a 30,000-square-foot expansion expected to create 10 jobs in Canal Winchester, Ohio.

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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.

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