Control.com
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Regardless of industry, codes and standards developed by organizations including ISO, ANSI, and IEEE are an integral part of the environment in which we work and have a major influence on engineering and design.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Modern machine design is all about delivering higher performance at a lower cost with higher reliability. Delivering these often-conflicting performance characteristics is the mark of a great designer, and for the most common form of industrial motion, rotation, newer applications such as SCARA robots and their end effectors need torque with low mass in the… The post Why frameless makes sense for critical motor applications appeared first on Design World.
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Gary Mintchell
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Department of weird headlines—from today’s OPC Foundation news, “DCS Vendors Shift Toward OPC UA Over Classic.” There is some nuance. But it caused a double take. From The Athletic newsletter, “NFL Playoff Predictor, updated projections.” It’s only the second week of the season. Predict? Supposedly Yogi Berra stated, “Predictions are difficult, especially about the future.
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
The problem is that there are so many protocols that need to coexist because each delivers a unique set of features and benefits. However, time sensitive networking delivers a solution.
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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).
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Through the GXO Incubation Program, the 3PL is testing the Reflex humanoid on the warehouse floor. | Credit: GXO Logistics GXO Logistics Inc. this week announced a new agreement with Reflex Robotics to pilot Reflex’s “general-purpose” robot for deployment into live operations. Adrian Stoch , chief automation officer of GXO, told The Robot Report that the company is currently in the early stages of trials and pilots with the Reflex robots.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
The Timken Company has earned a spot on Fast Company’s list of Best Workplaces for Innovators as a finalist in the manufacturing category. This recognition highlights companies across the globe that encourage employees throughout the organization to invent new and better ways of doing business. “Throughout our 125 years as a company, our employees have… The post Timken named one of Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for innovators in manufacturing appeared first on Design Wor
Manufacturing Technology Today brings together the best content for manufacturing technology professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Maxon launches three-step configurator enabling users to design a complete, built-to-order motor drive system.
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
PUDU D7, a first-generation semi-humanoid robot, is built to adapt to varied applications. | Source: Pudu Robotics Pudu Technology today unveiled its latest service robot, the PUDU D7. It is the company’s first “semi-humanoid robot,” a term it introduced earlier this year. Pudu said it expects to fully commercialize the robot in 2025. “We are excited to introduce the PUDU D7, which highlights our commitment to continuous technological and product innovation,” stated
Design World
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
It’s been six months since the DW team met with igus for the launch and open house of the company’s Michigan-based “Enjoyneering” Center last winter. For a company that has historically moved on new initiatives as quickly as Igus, six months is actually a fair amount of time. So I was excited to sit down… The post Joyful Joyful: igus at IMTS 2024 appeared first on Design World.
Gary Mintchell
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
A German company called Makersite has developed a product in a genre it calls product lifecycle intelligence focused on managing product sustainability. Managing sustainability for a manufacturing organization begins with product design. Makersite has expanded its strategic partnership with product design software developer Autodesk. Makersite’s sustainability and cost data will now be available to Autodesk Inventor users, enabling engineers to analyze their products’ design, sustainability, and
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?
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Optical or magnetic sensor technologies tend to have difficulties combining high accuracy and contamination resistance. However, inductive sensing technology can provide reliable and robust position-sensing capabilities for multiple industrial applications.
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
One of ABB’s healthcare initiatives was its partnership with XtalPi, where it helped build automated laboratory workstations. | Source: ABB Robotics With each passing year, labor shortages and complexity increase for the healthcare industry. From pharmacies to hospitals, businesses are struggling to find and keep qualified workers. At the same time, advances in research mean that laboratory and medical procedures require greater speed and precision.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Engineers around the world are invited to apply for the 12th manus award in 2025. For more than two decades, the German manufacturer igus has been honoring applications that feature bold and sustainable use of plastic plain bearings. The winners will receive prize money of up to €5,000. The pressure on engineers in their day-to-day… The post Have a creative application for a plastic bearing?
Gary Mintchell
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Zebra Technologies has added a range of new deep learning features to its Aurora machine vision software to support machine and line builders as well as manufacturers faced with quality and visual inspection challenges. Zebra’s judicious acquisitions over the years have compounded it into an interesting high-tech company. Zebra’s Aurora software suite with deep learning tools provides powerful visual inspection solutions for machine and line builders, engineers, programmers and data scientists i
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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?
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
New functionalities include remote monitoring and OEE measurement, as well as diagnostics and debugging that can be performed across industrial cells.
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 15, 2024
Opentrons’ Flex Prep robot can perform pipetting tasks such as sample reformatting, plate prep, dilutions, concentration normalization, cherry-picking, and more. | Source: Opentrons Opentrons Labworks, Inc. launched its Flex Prep robot this week. It’s paired with new no-code software that allows users to set up pipetting tasks and execute that workflow all through a touchscreen.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Visumatic’s VSC-900 automatic screwdriver is an affordable way to begin your automation process. This simple handheld screw feeding and driving system is perfect for higher torque applications. The screwfeeder bowl is filled and the screws are then oriented and fed to the tooling tip. The automatic screwdriver installs each fastener to the proper torque.
Gary Mintchell
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
In the morning, I will be flying west to attend the Ignition Community Conference in Folsom, CA. I am behind on press releases. This one is timely. The conference is sold out, but they do have online options. It’s a good company with nice and very smart people. This release talks about partnerships—the biggest strategy going right now. Inductive Automation has announced the addition of seven companies to its Alliance Partner Program.
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
From data exploration and document access to SQL query generation, Snowflake’s new Copilot application is designed to boost productivity.
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
The Robot Report Podcast · Kinisi Robotics on the potential of wheeled humanoids In Episode 164 of The Robot Report Podcast, co-hosts Mike Oitzman and Gene Demaitre discuss the latest robotics news from the past week, including news from Teradyne, Siemens and a new robot from Pudu Robotics. The featured interview this week is with Bren Pierce, CEO and co-founder of Kinisi Robotics , a young wheeled humanoid robotics company.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
AutomationDirect has added LUTZE ELECTRONIC shielded or unshielded flexible control and signal cable. This industrial-grade multi-conductor cable is suitable for machines and machine tools, plant cabling, HVAC technology, assembly/production lines, process instrumentation, and industrial controls. These cables are 300 V rated and are third-party evaluated by ECOLAB for resistance to cleaning agents and chemicals commonly… The post LUTZE ELECTRONIC flexible control and signal cable have man
The Guardian Manufacturing
SEPTEMBER 14, 2024
The SNP is keen to keep the issue alive, but others, including former PM Gordon Brown, say leaving the UK could see the economy founder Rosyth dockyard lies just upstream of the three bridges – two road and one rail – that span the Firth of Forth. But on a September morning it is impossible to see the river through the thick early mist that blankets central Scotland.
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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.
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
By focusing on and managing the right data, analytics can offer diagnostics-level insights, providing answers for the reasons why problems occurring and what needs to be fixed.
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Burro Grande is an example of a robot designed for outdoor use. Source: Burro Robots for outdoor use pose different design challenges than their indoor cousins. Not only must they be able to navigate dynamic environments, but they must also deal with challenges unique to their applications. An panel at RoboBusiness 2024, which will be on Oct. 16 and 17 in Santa Clara, Calif., will discuss these considerations and more.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Allient Inc., a leader in innovative motor solutions, proudly announces the launch of the Electroflux Series, a groundbreaking line of motors designed to meet the rigorous demands of modern robotics and advanced mechanical applications. The Electroflux Series motors are engineered to deliver unmatched precision, efficiency, and reliability, making them ideal for a wide range of… The post Allient introduces Electroflux Series for advanced robotics appeared first on Design World.
Control.com
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Learn about the modules and systems that provide a network connection to the outside world, transforming traditional PLCs into true, modern process automation controllers (PAC).
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.
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Promoted as lower-cost educational robot platform, Astorino is designed to provide students with the foundational robotics skills needed for modern manufacturing.
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
The GuideNOW system provides adaptive real-time robot guidance based on AI and 3D vision. | Credit: Inbolt Inbolt today announced that it has secured €15 million ($16.4 million U.S.) in Series A funding led by Exor Ventures with participation from MIG Capital. The Paris-based company said it will use the round to expand its operations and accelerate the development of its AI-powered 3D vision guidance technology for robots.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Global precision motion control and nanopositioning supplier Physik Instrumente (PI) now sells a high-dynamics linear motor stage family — the V-574, a new series of linear positioning stages with guiding precision and frictionless three-phase linear motors. Equipped with high-precision crossed-roller bearings installed in a proprietary process, these stages achieve excellent geometric performance.
Industry Week
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Manufacturing leaders have better things to do than correlate data to find patterns that guide improvement. Let automation do the work.
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