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Ewellix launches e-MOVEKIT to reduce design time for mobile machinery

Design World

Ewellix, which is owned by the Schaeffler Group, has introduced a new e-MOVEKIT to help designers and manufacturers of mobile machinery simplify the specification, assembly, and testing of electric linear actuation systems. The e-MOVEKIT has been developed in response to the growing trend towards electrification of motion systems in mobile and off-highway equipment.

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Investment, Integration and Implementation of Robotics

Automation World

Robot implementations continue to become simpler, despite the explosion of robotic growth and manufacturing of the last few years

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CHIPS for America Outlines Vision for the National Semiconductor Technology Center

NIST Manufacturing

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‘Conscious’ AI no longer a far-fetched possibility, experts warn

E&T

The letter was compiled by the Association for Mathematical Consciousness Science (AMCS), which described it as " a wakeup call for the tech sector, the scientific community and society in general". In the document , dozens of academics from respected institutions have warned that the computing power and capabilities of AI systems are accelerating at a pace that exceeds the progress made in understanding their capabilities and “alignment” with human values.

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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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Doosan Robotics and Eversys to offer premium coffee drinks at DR. Presso Robot Barista Café

Design World

Doosan Robotics Americas, a global leader in industrial and collaborative robotics, has announced an exclusive partnership with Everysys, a Swiss manufacturer of professional coffee machines. The Eversys Cameo coffee machine will now be featured in DR. Presso, Doosan’s robot café module. PRESSO can prepare 15 types of hot and cold coffee, now with the same… The post Doosan Robotics and Eversys to offer premium coffee drinks at DR.

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Siemens and Microsoft Partner on Generative AI for Industry

Automation World

As part of the new Siemens Teamcenter app for Microsoft Teams, this integration of generative artificial intelligence reportedly enables users to input feedback verbally to aid production quality and controller programming tasks.

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Industrial Operations X Brings Cutting-edge IT and AI Into Industrial Automation

Gary Mintchell

Moving past Mindsphere (now integrated into this platform), Siemens has integrated a new platform for industrial automation and business. The have launched Xcelerator and now add Industrial Operations X. I see this as part of a trend where established control and automation suppliers are scrambling to show financial markets that they are cool, hip software developers.

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ABB transforms AMR performance with launch of Visual SLAM technology

Design World

· New AI-enabled navigation technology allows AMRs to make intelligent decisions in dynamic and challenging environments · Technology reduces commissioning time by up to 20 percent, requiring less calibration and no change to infrastructure ·Increases flexibility for fast-changing intralogistics requirements in production, logistics, healthcare, and retail ABB Robotics has transformed its Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs)… The post ABB transforms AMR performance with launch of Visual SLAM te

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OTTO Motors, Nord Modules partner to provide integrated material handling solution

Automation Mag

OTTO Motors has entered into a strategic partnership with Nord Modules to develop and integrate new modular solutions to enhance the capabilities of mobile robots. OTTO Motors explains in a press statement that this partnership will help them to create new opportunities for automation in factories around the world. “As demand for automation continues to grow globally, manufacturers need a reliable, innovative and trusted solution,” said Matt Rendall, CEO and co-founder of OTTO Motors.

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Techniplas buys Proper's South Carolina injection molding plant

Plastics News

Techniplas US LLC has acquired Proper Group's Anderson, S.C., manufacturing operations.

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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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OPC Foundation News From Hannover

Gary Mintchell

A little news emanating from Hannover. I’ll have much more. This is one of few still dredging up the Industrie 4.0 term. It also brings up a concept dear to me—interoperability. Bitkom and the OPC Foundation cooperate for the common goal of establishing and implementing interoperable interfaces for Industrie 4.0 The digital association Bitkom e.V. and the OPC Foundation announced a collaboration at Hannover Messe 2023.

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2023 LEAP Awards now open for nominations

Design World

The LEAP Awards (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) celebrates the most innovative and forward-thinking products serving the design engineering space. This dynamic competition honors the most innovative engineered products/components across several of our flagship brands: Design World, Fluid Power World, and EE World. Submissions for the 2023 LEAP Awards program are being accepted starting today, April… The post 2023 LEAP Awards now open for nominations appeared first on Design

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Complacency about cybersecurity should be a crime in manufacturing

The Fabricator

Metal fabricators and manufacturers need to take steps to ensure that cybercriminals stay out of their information technology systems.

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Material Insights: ‘April’s going to be interesting’ for resin pricing

Plastics News

North American resin prices have mostly been flat or up slightly in early 2023, but “April’s going to get interesting,” according to Plastics News senior reporter Frank Esposito.

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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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OPC Foundation at REST-ful in Hannover

Gary Mintchell

OPC UA via HTTP REST allows IT-Applications access to OPC UA applications and their data described in over 90+ standardized domain-specific information models The OPC Foundation has announced that it expands the OPC UA standard with a RESTful interface to allow access from anywhere in the world to information made available by implementations of over 90 standardized information models by IT-applications.

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Ohio manufacturer wins igus’ manus international design award

Design World

German motion plastics company igus has held the biennial manus awards since 2003. This competition recognizes creative, economical, innovative, and sustainable applications that incorporate plastic lead screws, linear actuators, plain bearings, linear bearings, and slides into industrial designs. This is the third iteration where Design World’s own VP, Editorial Director, Paul J.

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A manufacturer's complicated reality of scheduling, measuring performance

The Fabricator

Aside from quality, supply chain, personnel, compliance, and hosts of other complexities, scheduling alone is complicated for many manufacturing businesses. So how is one Utah-based metal fabrication shop tackling the high-mix scheduling problem? OSH Cut Founder/CEO Caleb Chamberlain explains in his latest column.

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Advanced Robotics and Automation: Reducing Car Accidents and Saving Lives on the Road

Robotics Automation News

Car accidents are a leading cause of death and injury worldwide, with millions of people affected by them each year. Despite the best efforts of law enforcement, education campaigns, and technology advances, the numbers continue to rise.

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

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ODVA Adds Process Profiles to EtherNet/IP

Gary Mintchell

ODVA announced that process device profiles have been added to The EtherNet/IPTM Specification to provide automation practitioners with another critical tool to help optimize plant operations. Process device profiles provide a standard format for process variables and diagnostics across an array of devices for smoother vendor interoperability and easier DCS and PLC data integration from EtherNet/IP-enabled field devices.

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EXAIR announces upgraded certification for NEMA 4 cabinet coolers

Design World

EXAIR products are engineered to improve efficiency while increasing facility safety in the process. This ongoing focus on standards and personnel safety has earned EXAIR NEMA 4 Cabinet Cooler Systems an upgraded CE certification under their latest safety directives. Performed by an independent laboratory, this new certification not only provides added utility in processes that… The post EXAIR announces upgraded certification for NEMA 4 cabinet coolers appeared first on Design World.

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Precision metal fabrication needs more exposure to those outside manufacturing

The Fabricator

Last month's FMA Annual Meeting in Las Vegas highlighted the need for outreach, but also showed all the enriching teamwork and problem-solving that the metal fabrication sector has to offer the manufacturing industry as whole.

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How Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Will Impact Software Development

Robotics Automation News

Discover how AI and ML can potentially change the software development industry, and how AI affects software development and minimizes developers’ workload Software development is a long, complex, and expensive process. Business owners – and developers themselves – constantly seek ways to optimize it.

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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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FDT Group Welcomes Two New Board Members

Gary Mintchell

In the category of people moving on and qualified replacements needed, this post-Hannover news came to me from FDT Group. I’ve known and interviewed Paul Brooks for many years. I don’t know Mr. Birkhofer, but I’m sure these are great additions to the board. FDT Group, an international, non-profit industry association supporting the evolution of FDT technology for industrial device management announced that Paul Brooks, manager, technology business development, strategic development for Rockwell

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Emerson launches IIoT-ready power supply solution

Design World

SolaHD, an Emerson brand, has launched a next-generation power solution that brings network connectivity to its SDN-D high-performance DC power supply, enabling it to serve as an IIoT-ready device providing condition monitoring, asset tracking, and quick troubleshooting in addition to serving as a power converter. Connecting the new SolaHD Communication Module (SCM) to an SDN-D… The post Emerson launches IIoT-ready power supply solution appeared first on Design World.

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Schneider Electric Emphasizes Sustainable, Digital Industrial Transformation

Automation World

With Hannover Messe as its showcase, Schneider Electric unveiled several new products and services aimed at helping industrial companies manage energy use and meet net-zero commitments.

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Leveraging IoT Technology for Successful Healthcare

Robotics Automation News

Leveraging IoT Technology for Successful Obesity Management Obesity is a global health challenge that affects millions of people and is associated with a range of chronic illnesses such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer.

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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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Nokia Expands Industrial Edge Offerings

Gary Mintchell

The first time edge compute and edge applications came my way was through IT companies—Dell in 2015 and HPE in 2017. They both still have edge devices and “edge-to-cloud” strategies. Neither comes to me with information or invitations to user groups anymore. Even though you might expect the natural “edge” in manufacturing would lie with the automation vendors, such is not the case.

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Mitsubishi Electric Automation releases CNC Oscillation Cutting function

Design World

Mitsubishi Electric Automation announces the upgrade option of Vibration Cutting Control (VCC) through hardware to its M8 Series CNC as a solution to eliminate chip strands while machining difficult-to-cut material, such as stainless steel, at faster cutting speeds. Machine tool and Automotive industries alike often experience delays and defects in processes due to long strands… The post Mitsubishi Electric Automation releases CNC Oscillation Cutting function appeared first on Design World

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UK will miss 2035 electricity network decarbonisation target, MPs warn

E&T

A report from the Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Committee (BEISC) has called on the government to “rapidly” increase the generation of fossil fuel-free electricity or risk facing limits to the volume of electric vehicles and heat pumps that can be powered through low-carbon electricity. The body said that, at the current pace, the UK is risking its efforts to reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels, while also being stuck paying more for energy.

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PLASTICS Reveals 2023 Sustainability Innovation Winners

Plastics Today

Avient, L’Oréal, Envision Plastics, ExxonMobil, Solvay, and Amcor Rigid Packaging are recognized for their contributions to the circular economy.

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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!