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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Important Smart Factory KPIs

Gary Mintchell

IoT Analytics performs research and analysis from its base in Germany and with affiliated people globally. I have an affiliation with them. Through Microsoft, I discovered this 59-page IoT Signals Report – Manufacturing Spotlight (August 2022), published by Microsoft and Intel, with research conducted by IoT Analytics. As part of this research, IoT Analytics surveyed 500 decision-makers working in discrete, hybrid, or process manufacturing in April and May 2022 and conducted in-depth interviews

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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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Automated Valve Choice Considerations

Automation World

Learn about the most commonly available automated valve types, how to determine valve sizing, and the different actuator options for process control valves.

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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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Insights from Product Data Boost Competitiveness

Gary Mintchell

We keep returning to the theme of the importance of product data. This report from NI summarizing recent research into using product-centric data, such as test data, in product development brings forth some data on data. Hundreds of senior product innovators say that product data is key to staying competitive, yet more than half of the respondents recognize gaps in the way they extract value from their test data.

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

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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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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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New laser sintering material from igus

Design World

igus, the leader in motion plastics, is expanding the scope of its 3D-print service. The company will now offer chemical-resistant, self-lubricating, tribo-polymer components that can be manufactured using selective laser sintering (SLS). This evolutionary step is made possible by a new printing material for laser sintering printers – iglide® i10.

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Ohio State Establishes Research Center for Advanced Manufacturing

Gary Mintchell

Potential NSF investment of $52 million over 10 years funds convergent research, workforce development. News about funding for an advanced manufacturing research center. The Ohio State University will lead a multi-institutional engineering research center to develop and deploy revolutionary, intelligent autonomous manufacturing systems and educate a future manufacturing workforce.

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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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Worker killed at Michigan compounding plant

Plastics News

An employee was killed Aug. 22 in an accident at a compounding plant operated by RheTech in Fowlerville, Mich.

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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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Diecast enclosures optimized for modern industrial electronics

Design World

New aluDOOR hinged-lid enclosures are candidates for industrial electronics used in challenging environments. Applications will include factory automation, sensors and detection, ship technology, railway systems, machine control, robotics and flow metering. Tough but elegant aluDOOR is a go-anywhere aluminum enclosure which can be mounted on walls, bulkheads, machines and workstations.

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Inductive Automation Fills New Executive Leadership Team

Gary Mintchell

Company Adds Chief Technology Evangelist, Chief Technology Architect, and Chief Information Security Officer. Continuing to pass the torch to a new generation of leaders who actually have been instrumental in the company’s success so far, Inductive Automation announced another round of C-level appointments. . An earlier round of leadership changes came in July when CEO and Founder Steve Hechtman and COO Wendi-Lynn Hechtman announced they were delegating their C-level roles to focus on their role

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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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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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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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JW Winco adds new sealed standard, stainless-steel parts for high hygienic requirements

Design World

Maximum cleanliness is one of the essential prerequisites wherever food is produced. However, hygienic requirements also play a significant role in other industries, from medical technology and the pharmaceutical industry to the production of dispersion coatings. Almost everywhere today, the aim is to make products without preservative additives – this requires production environments with a… The post JW Winco adds new sealed standard, stainless-steel parts for high hygienic requirements a

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VC Slowdown Happening Faster for AI Startups

Gary Mintchell

In Q2, VC investment in AI fell by 44%, while overall funding fell by 25%. One of my few trusted news sites is Morning Brew newsletter and its companion Emerging Tech Brew. Writer Hayden Field recently posted an article looking at venture investment in Artificial Intelligence. My inbox has swelled with AI this and AI that for some time now. Marketers evidently feel this is a magic word to drive sales while showing the world their company is cool with the latest tech.

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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!