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IMTS ready for its Chicago comeback

Design World

As recent months have shown, engineers are ready to get back to in-person meetings and conferences, from the Automate Show in Detroit to the Robotics Summit and Expo in Boston. And few are larger or more important to OEM design engineers than the biennial IMTS that’s held in Chicago’s vast McCormick Place complex. IMTS, or… The post IMTS ready for its Chicago comeback appeared first on Design World.

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Effectively Training New Employees During a Labor Shortage

Automation World

The U.S. manufacturing industry is looking at a potential shortage of 2.4 million workers in the next decade. Here are my tips on how to overcome this shortage with more effective training.

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Broadening Our Application Attitude, Operational Intelligence

Gary Mintchell

What if the time has come to rethink all these specific silos and strategies around which we build manufacturing software solutions? The time has come to rethink all the departmental silos manufacturing executives constructed over the years with vendors targeting their applications to fit. This era of the Internet of Things (IoT), sensor-driven real-time data, innovative unstructured databases, powerful analytics engines, and visualization provide us with new ways of thinking about organizing ma

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How to Get Your Kids Excited About Coding

Robotics Automation News

This article offers fair but impartial advice on how to get your kids excited about coding, but it is very important that you follow the guidelines to the letter. It is very important that you do not let your attitude or your enthusiasm affect your child because you may scare your child away from coding […].

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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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Trelleborg launches low friction lightweight thermoplastic composite bearing

Design World

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions launches its latest lightweight thermoplastic composite bearing, the HiMod Advanced Composite Bearing Plus, an enhanced dual-layer bearing with a low-friction modified PEEK layer that reduces friction and increases wear performance for use in bearing, wear ring, and bushing applications. Manufactured using Trelleborg’s patented Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) technology, a thin low friction […].

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Yokogawa AI Operates JSR Chemical Plant

Automation World

A look at how Yokogawa’s AI technology controlled a JSR chemical plant for 35 days and how manufacturers are using AI to analyze sensor data.

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IoT Basics: A Guide to the Internet of Things for Beginners

Robotics Automation News

IoT implies physical objects linked via wireless and wired networks. It refers to a group of internet-connected devices that communicate independently over the internet without needing a person to mediate the information exchange. You might wonder how this varies from the “internet” as most individuals realize it. It’s not that different; it’s just a form […].

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Linear and rotary motion components satisfy aerospace requirements

Design World

Linear guides, cam followers, and crossed-roller bearings can satisfy the demanding requirements for space-flight hardware. By IKO engineering staff | www.ikont.com As space activity shifts from governmental agencies to a growing industry driven by commercial entities and even startups, the types of spacecrafts and the missions they support are also expanding.

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Accuride Extends MES to Its Test Labs

Automation World

By thinking about its test centers are part of its manufacturing operations, Accuride extends the manufacturing execution system module of its Plex Smart Manufacturing platform to provide visibility into test summaries and analytics.

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UK car production rises for third consecutive month

SMMT

UK car manufacturing output rises 8.6% in July, the third consecutive month of growth. Production of hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles surges 24.7% in the month. Volumes year-to-date down -16.5% to 461,174, driven by falling exports and structural changes. UK car production rose for the third consecutive month in July, up 8.6% to 58,043 units, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

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

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PickNik Robotics releases MoveIt Studio developer platform and SDK

Robotics Automation News

PickNik Robotics, a robotics software and engineering services company, has released both its MoveIt Studio Developer Platform and MoveIt Studio SDK (software development kit). The new software products help robotics and software engineers to create, debug, and ship complex manipulation projects faster. Dr Dave Coleman, CEO of PickNik Robotics, says: “These premium offerings leverage cutting […].

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Trelleborg launches new flat gasket range

Design World

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions launches HMF FlatSeal, a new range of flat gasket materials for effective static sealing in low and high-temperature applications. The range includes specialist materials for use with harsh chemicals and mediums in aerospace, automotive, oil & gas, food & beverage, chemical processing and pharmaceutical industries.

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The pains of routine machine maintenance in a job shop

The Fabricator

Barnes MetalCrafters manager Nick Martin ruminates about the pains of routine machine maintenance in a job shop, and recalls one particular Monday where one problem after another kept popping up.

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UK commercial vehicle output continues growth with best July for six years

SMMT

UK commercial vehicle (CV) production rises 43.9% to 8,097 units in the best July since 2016 and eleventh consecutive month of growth. Overseas demand increases by 34.2%, while production for Britain’s CV market grows by 58.5%. UK manufacturing is up 46.9% since January, at 58,693, the best year to date since 2012. UK commercial vehicle (CV) production grew by 43.9% in July, with 8,097 units of the latest vans, buses, trucks, coaches and taxis rolling off British factory lines, according to the

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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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Recycling robot tackles electrical waste

Robotics Automation News

A sustainable circular economy depends on recycled electronic consumer goods. But recycling electronic waste can endanger human workers – which makes it an optimal application for robotics and automation. To overcome these challenges, the Irish technology company Votechnik has developed a system based around a Kuka industrial robot. Because of mercury and other gases, as […].

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EXAIR’s Catalog 34 technical guide features new solutions to common industrial problems

Design World

EXAIR prides itself on its wide selection of manufacturing solutions and is continuously striving to produce new and innovative products. That’s why EXAIR is excited to present the new Catalog 34; a full-color technical guide offering solutions to common industrial conveying, cooling, cleaning, blowoff, drying, coating and static electricity problems.

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Metal fabricators, don’t let your shop become a time capsule

The Fabricator

Some shops end up becoming time capsules, with little to no change since they opened their doors. Josh Welton says it shouldn’t have to be that way.

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Summer STEM Challenge: Solar Spray Schooners

E&T

It’s a sunny day at the seaside. A high-powered jet ski whizzes across the sea, a jet of water shooting high into the air behind it, pushing it along. WRONG! That jet of water is NOT what makes jet skis go. They need a lot more power than that little spray. (Underneath they have a high-speed prop or a much more powerful underwater water jet.). That small jet of water – the ‘visibility spout’ or ‘rooster tail’ is mostly just to look cool, although it makes the jet ski more visible, and useful for

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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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Seoul Robotics demonstrates technology that enables cars to park themselves

Robotics Automation News

Imagine driving a car – one without self-driving capabilities – to a mall, airport or parking garage, and using an app to have the car drive off to park itself. Software company Seoul Robotics is using Nvidia technology to make this possible – turning non-autonomous cars into self-driving vehicles. Headquartered in Korea, the company’s initial […].

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RoboBusiness keynote to analyze state of robotics investment

Robotics Business Review

Karthee Madasamy, founder and managing partner of Mobile Foundation Ventures, Sherwin Prior, director of Amazon's Industrial Innovation Fund, and Fady Saad, founder and general partner of Cybernetix Ventures, to discuss the state of robotics investment. The post RoboBusiness keynote to analyze state of robotics investment appeared first on Robotics Business Review.

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Hiring and nurturing interns pays off in manufacturing

The Fabricator

Onboarding Gen Z interns is a popular topic these days in the manufacturing industry, and with a new school year quickly approaching, it’s the perfect time to go over some best practices to ensure that your new hires get off to the best start possible.

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Vinyl Institute sees growth for PVC in infrastructure as construction slows

Plastics News

Investments in infrastructure such as water pipes and increased electric vehicle production should help buffer slowdowns from construction for PVC, says Vinyl Institute CEO Ned Monroe.

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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!

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ABB appoints ATS Global to advance data center automation business

Robotics Automation News

ABB has signed an agreement with ATS Global to extend the reach of the ABB Ability Data Center Automation business. The Netherlands-headquartered company has become a Global System Integrator (GIS) and will work with ABB to combine expertise and resources, testing the advantages and effectiveness of potential collaborations for data center customers and growing their […].

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How to transform your operation into a smart factory: Taking a holistic approach

AU Manufacturing

Sponsored Content by. The Australian manufacturing industry is fast entering the era of Industry 4.0. Harnessing the latest technology and transforming your operation into a smart factory is vital to building resilience, and optimising productivity and operational efficiency. And with the right help, it’s easier than you might think. Part 5: Taking a holistic approach.

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Un análisis a fondo de los alambres de núcleo fundente protegido por gas

The Fabricator

Los alambres de núcleo fundente protegido con gas pueden mejorar la productividad y generar soldaduras de calidad con menos tiempo improductivo cuando se combinan con la técnica adecuada y con las mejores prácticas.

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Obituary: Plastics filmmaker, Bakelite historian Hugh Karraker

Plastics News

Hugh Karraker, a documentary filmmaker, environmentalist and plastics historian, died Aug. 17 at age 74. He was a great grandson of Leo Baekeland, who invented Bakelite, the world's first synthetic plastic, in 1907.

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The Secrets to Zero-Waste Manufacturing: A ex-SpaceX Start-up Case Study

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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Revenues from robotics implemented in retail stores to cross $8.4 billion by 2030

Robotics Automation News

As the world emerges from the global pandemic, retail is growing at levels not seen in the last two decades. Retail sales grew by 7 percent in 2020 and by over 14 percent in 2021, which is in stark contrast to the 3.7 percent annual growth between 2010 and 2019. The increased demand for retail […].

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PPE can be recycled to make stronger concrete

AU Manufacturing

Media Release by RMIT University. Engineers at RMIT University have developed a method to use disposable personal protective equipment (PPE) to make concrete stronger, providing an innovative way to significantly reduce pandemic-generated waste. The RMIT team is the first to investigate the feasibility of recycling three key types of PPE – isolation gowns, face masks and rubber gloves – into concrete.

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Ontario study says a quarter of food manufacturers wait over a year to fill roles

Canadian Manufacturing

TORONTO — A study from Food and Beverage Ontario says a shortage of skilled trades people and lack of access to qualified foreign workers has continued to take its toll on production capacity for the province’s food and beverage processing industry. Ontario’s Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs funded the study, which says that the province’s food and beverage processing industry contributed $13.9 billion to Ontario’s GDP in 2020.

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Kickstart: This month's economic surprise? The plastics industry is still growing

Plastics News

In this month's Numbers That Matter Live, Bill Wood notes that the plastics industry in the U.S. has defied expectations, at least through July. Plus Europe's materials makers slow production due to reduced natural gas supplies and 7-Eleven brings back Brings Your Own Cup Day for Slurpee lovers.

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How To Align Product Management And Supply Chain Operations For Successful Product Launches

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.