Metrology
JANUARY 4, 2023
Artificial intelligence can enable a new era in the digital transformation journey for industry, offering new opportunities as well as challenges. A new white paper, published by the World Economic. The post AI Can Enable a New Era in Manufacturing Sector appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.
Design World
JANUARY 6, 2023
A digital transformation (DX or less commonly DT) is the application of software, programmable hardware, and operational technologies (OTs) to fundamentally transfigure a company’s operations and end products for the better. DX programs can be undertaken by industrial organizations, machine builders, or a vast array of other businesses; the involved OTs typically include machine-monitoring systems,… The post Basics of the digital transformation (DX) appeared first on Design World.
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Automation World
JANUARY 3, 2023
Plant floor network upgrades, legacy system migration, and exploration of new tech—such as unified namespace, analytics and artificial intelligence—will all likely play major roles in industry’s digital transformation this year.
Gary Mintchell
JANUARY 6, 2023
I picked up this bit of news last month on a blog at the Open Metaverse Foundation by Royal O’Brien published on December 15, 2022. I had written a couple of things on “industrial metaverse” speculating on what is actually new and what could possibly be realistic. The Linux Foundation has begun an effort to bring companies together to work on definitions and security issues.
Speaker: Karan Talati: CEO and Co-Founder of First Resonance
The rules of manufacturing are shifting—are you ready? Tariffs, automation, and supply chain disruptions are forcing manufacturers to adapt fast or fall behind. Join Karan Talati, CEO of First Resonance and former SpaceX Manufacturing Engineer, in this on-demand webinar to learn how leading manufacturers are: Navigating tariffs with data-driven supply chain strategies Leveraging automation and AI to eliminate bottlenecks Building resilience with predictive supplier management Adapting flexible s
Robotics Automation News
JANUARY 4, 2023
University College London (UCL) have developed an exciting new 3D printing technique: “volumetric 3D printing” that lets the pharmaceutical industry customize drugs – including shape, size, dosage, and release – according to each patient’s individual needs. In turn, medical professionals may eventually be able to use 3D printing to “print” prescription drugs for patients in-office […].
Design World
JANUARY 6, 2023
Smart factories are facilities that digitize all aspects of manufacturing or production that allow digitization. Such operations continuously record data via connected equipment and systems — and then disseminate that data to allow machines to run self-optimizing routines. Such programs might help the facility time production of a given end product; proactively prevent mechanical issues;… The post Basics of smart factories and discrete-automation connectivity appeared first on Design World
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Gary Mintchell
JANUARY 5, 2023
Siemens announced its intention to separate its three-billion euro motor and drive business into an independent entity last November. This move both impacts the motor and drives market in general and further reveals business strategies now undertaken by large automation and controls suppliers. Blake Griffen, senior analyst at Interact Analysis, writes , “The new motor & drives business would be an amalgamation of 5 current Siemens businesses/divisions.
SMMT
JANUARY 5, 2023
Supply chain shortages subdue new car market to 1.61m units in 2022 – a -2.0% fall on pandemic-afflicted 2021 – but UK reclaims position as Europe’s second biggest market. Battery electric vehicles secure best ever monthly market share and become Britain’s second most popular powertrain for the year. Rising registrations see market improvement in last five months with sector poised to deliver growth worth £8.4bn during 2023.
Design World
JANUARY 3, 2023
Gone are the days when inventory inaccuracy is just part of doing business. As new technology is increasingly affordable and pervasive, more third-party logistics (3PL) companies embrace innovation to improve their competitive advantage. Inventory accuracy is one of the most important KPIs for any 3PL or warehouse. The higher the accuracy, the faster orders can… The post Drones take the night shift for improved inventory tracking appeared first on Design World.
Automation World
JANUARY 4, 2023
Festo and Sick develop a robot-agnostic curriculum to teach students and industry workers about robot risk assessments, safe system design, and protective measures.
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Robotics Automation News
JANUARY 4, 2023
Autonomous systems and software rightfully enjoy more demand in various spheres, including marketing. In an era of digital growth, companies must adapt to new realities and follow their customers’ needs. Often referred to as “marketing automation,” this software helps marketers achieve many key business goals, such as boosting website traffic, increasing conversion rates, and generating […].
E&T
JANUARY 6, 2023
While 6G wireless networks are still some way off, Visible Light Communication (VLC) is seen as a possible alternative to using the radio spectrum. VLC is like a wireless version of fibre optics, using flashes of light to transmit information. Researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst have invented a low-cost, innovative way to harvest the waste energy from VLC by using the human body as an antenna.
Design World
JANUARY 4, 2023
WAGO is integrating the manufacturer-independent automation software, Codesys 3.5, as a programming option in a set of select PFC200 controllers. This software will help develop control code and visualizations for both simple and complex applications. Codesys 3.5 will allow users access to popular fieldbuses including EtherCat Master, ModBus TCP Master, and Server as well as… The post New programming option for WAGO PFC200 controllers appeared first on Design World.
Plastics News
JANUARY 4, 2023
Arrow Home Products LLC is moving its plastic housewares manufacturing plant from Elk Grove Village, Ill., to the site of its distribution facility in Durant, Miss.
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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).
Automation World
JANUARY 6, 2023
Packaging & Processing Women's Leadership Network awarded a $5,000 fall scholarship to a University of Cincinnati Industrial Design student.
Gary Mintchell
JANUARY 4, 2023
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Design World
JANUARY 4, 2023
As we ring in the new year, the Design World staff would like to present our most-read articles of 2022. 1. Best free analog circuit simulators Blogs and online forums catering to engineers often mention all kinds of free packages and services aimed at circuit designers. Trouble is, a lot of these free resources are… The post Most-read Design World articles of 2022 appeared first on Design World.
SMMT
JANUARY 5, 2023
UK new light commercial vehicle (LCV) registrations end the year down -20.6% following significant post-pandemic fleet renewal in 2021 and supply chain challenges. 16,744 battery electric vans (BEV) registered in 2022, representing 5.9% of all vans joining UK roads last year. Action needed to deliver van-suitable charging infrastructure and a fiscal framework to encourage more van drivers to make the switch in 2023.
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?
Plastics News
JANUARY 3, 2023
Ultima is owned by a group of local investors led by Greg Riedford, who previously co-founded compounder Omni Plastics LLC. Omni was acquired by Celanese Corp. in 2017.
Gary Mintchell
JANUARY 3, 2023
Siemens sent a news release notifying the release of its 2022 Sustainability Report. Regarding sustainability, click the link on the Carbon Almanac image on the right sidebar for general information about reducing our own carbon footprint. Siemens has been a pioneer in sustainability for many years and is continuing to accelerate its commitments. With the publication of its Sustainability Report covering environmental, societal and corporate governance (ESG) for fiscal 2022, the company announce
Design World
JANUARY 5, 2023
Heilind Electronics, an authorized distributor for Alpha Wire and a premier distributor of electronic components worldwide, is featuring Alpha Wire’s lineup of cable protection products, including their full range of cable glands. Alpha Wire cable glands are designed to protect cables from the elements making them a good fit for harsh environment applications such as… The post Heilind Electronics now featuring Alpha Wire’s cable glands appeared first on Design World.
E&T
JANUARY 4, 2023
In the context of high inflation and an economic downturn, UK employers have signalled they are determined to keep hiring in the New Year, with the Net Employment Outlook remaining positive at +19 per cent for Q1 2023, according to the latest survey from ManpowerGroup. The survey is based on responses from 2,030 UK employers and asks whether they intend to hire additional workers, maintain current headcount, or reduce the size of their workforce in the coming quarter (January to March 2023).
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Plastics Today
JANUARY 3, 2023
Student researches bioplastics from duckweed, Biodegradable Disposable Tableware Market, biodegradable golf balls, AIMPLAS’ pilot line for bio-nanomaterials, land use in the bioplastics-from-biomass equation.
Canadian Manufacturing
JANUARY 6, 2023
QA Consultants to provide cybersecurity solutions for Project Arrow, the Canadian ZEV in development. On Jan. 5, Project Arrow, the first, all-Canadian, zero-emission connected vehicle, designed and built in Ontario, was unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. Project Arrow makes use of Ontario’s complete end-to-end automotive supply chain and tries to demonstrate the province’s automotive capabilities and innovation on a global stage.
Design World
JANUARY 4, 2023
Mike McLain, vice president, Allied Bearing & Supply (Harahan, La.), assumes the leadership of the association as PTDA President. McLain has been active in PTDA since 2014, serving as a member of numerous task forces and the Education & Training Committee (now known as the Professional Development Committee). He has been a member of the… The post Mike McLain and Tammy Balogh lead PTDA in 2023 appeared first on Design World.
Plastics News
JANUARY 5, 2023
The plant in Locust Grove, Ga., will be the window maker's first plant in the Southeast and employ 900 people.
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Energy inefficiencies are silent thieves eroding manufacturing profits and sustainability efforts. From overworked pumps to leaky compressed air systems, these hidden drains often go unnoticed without advanced energy monitoring. Panoramic Power empowers manufacturers with granular, device level energy visibility, and real-time insights to identify and eliminate inefficiencies, transforming waste into savings.
The Fabricator
JANUARY 3, 2023
Inconsistent leg lengths in bent tubes bedevil many a shop. How can you know the cause? Understand how tube bender axes are measured and set.
E&T
JANUARY 4, 2023
Traffic management firm Altitude Angel wants to create a drone superhighway that would be the largest and longest network of its kind in the world. Its Unified Traffic Management (UTM) software has been designed to allow drones to fly safely, without a pilot, over large distances. The deal with BT will accelerate the roll-out of technology which detects and identifies drones to allow them to safely share the airspace with crewed aviation.
Design World
JANUARY 6, 2023
The COVID-19 pandemic permanently changed the way in which tens of thousands of businesses worldwide operate. It also changed how many view automation and digital transformation (DX) initiatives. The latter have proven helpful where businesses aim to make remote work for office personnel permanent; toggle operations from on to idled and back more nimbly; allow… The post Machine control and connected machines for DX inititatives appeared first on Design World.
Plastics News
JANUARY 5, 2023
Reduced demand, new capacity and feedstock prices all played into falling prices for most commodity resins in December.
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